https://www.amazon.com/shop/patrickmckennahealth/list/2PAX4J9B73XAX?ref_=aipsflist The above link is to my tea section on Amazon. What other teas would you like me to cover?👇🏻

Sea salt gets marketed as “healthier” than regular table salt — but what’s real and what’s hype? Let’s break it down. ✅ Potential Benefits of Sea Salt 1️⃣ Less Processing Sea salt is produced by evaporating seawater. Unlike standard table salt, it’s usually not heavily refined or stripped of trace minerals. 2️⃣ Trace Minerals Depending on the source, sea salt may contain small amounts of magnesium, potassium, calcium, and other minerals. These contribute to flavor complexity — though the amounts are typically minimal from a nutritional standpoint. 3️⃣ Flavor & Texture Flaky or coarse sea salts (like finishing salts) can enhance food texture and reduce the need to over-salt because the crystals hit the palate differently. 4️⃣ No Added Iodine (For Some People, This Matters) Some prefer sea salt because it doesn’t contain added iodine or anti-caking agents. ⚠️ What to Watch Out For 1️⃣ It’s Still Sodium Sea salt and table salt contain roughly the same amount of sodium by weight. If you’re watching blood pressure, the source doesn’t change the sodium load. 2️⃣ Iodine Intake Since most sea salts don’t contain added iodine, people who rely exclusively on sea salt may fall short — especially if they don’t consume dairy, seafood, or eggs regularly. 3️⃣ “Mineral” Marketing Claims Yes, trace minerals exist — but they’re present in tiny amounts. You’d need unsafe levels of salt intake to get meaningful mineral benefits. 4️⃣ Cost vs. Benefit Some premium salts are significantly more expensive. Great for flavor — not necessarily superior for health. 🧠 Bottom Line If your goal is better flavor and a more natural product, sea salt is a solid choice. If your goal is better health, the bigger factor isn’t the type of salt — it’s total sodium intake and overall diet quality. Personally? I use: - Fine sea salt for everyday cooking - Coarse or flaky sea salt for finishing dishes But moderation always wins. 💬 Question for the group: Do you prefer sea salt, Himalayan, kosher, or regular table salt — and why?

If you’re working on gut health, inflammation, or soothing irritated tissues, marshmallow root is one of the most underrated herbs you should know about. Despite the name, this has nothing to do with the sugary treat. Marshmallow root has been used for centuries in traditional herbalism for its demulcent properties—meaning it coats, soothes, and protects irritated tissues. ✨ Key Benefits of Marshmallow Root • Supports gut lining repair and digestive comfort • Soothes acid reflux, gastritis, and leaky gut symptoms • Helps calm inflammation in the throat, lungs, and urinary tract • Supports respiratory health, especially dry coughs • Gentle enough for long-term use and sensitive systems It’s especially powerful for anyone dealing with dryness, irritation, or inflammation internally. 🌿 Simple Marshmallow Root Cold Infusion Recipe (This method preserves the soothing mucilage compounds) Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon dried marshmallow root • 1 quart cold, filtered water Instructions: 1. Add marshmallow root to a glass jar 2. Cover with cold water 3. Let steep 8–12 hours (overnight works best) 4. Strain and sip throughout the day 👉 This creates a silky, soothing infusion that’s fantastic for digestion and throat support. 🔥 Want the next-level version? If you’d rather skip the guesswork and have professionally formulated herbal tinctures, I put together something special. 💚 Ultimate Apothecary Herbal Tincture Bundle ✔️ Multiple foundational herbs ✔️ Easy-to-use liquid extracts ✔️ Normally much more—right now only $7 🔗 Grab it here: https://www.skool.com/purely-rooted-8709/classroom/60d2f951 This bundle is perfect for anyone building a home apothecary or wanting simple, effective herbal support without overwhelm.

If you want something sweet that doesn’t completely wreck your energy (or your goals), this is one of my go-to recipes. Minimal ingredients, zero nonsense. Ingredients: ✅ 1 cup natural peanut butter (just peanuts + salt) ✅ ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey ✅ ½ cup dark chocolate chips (70%+ if you want to keep it clean) How to make them: 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F 2️⃣ Mix peanut butter + maple syrup until smooth 3️⃣ Fold in chocolate chips 4️⃣ Scoop onto a baking sheet and lightly flatten 5️⃣ Bake 8–10 minutes 6️⃣ Let cool (they firm up as they sit) Why I like these: • No flour • No refined sugar (depending on chips) • Protein + healthy fats = more satisfying • Takes ~15 minutes total 💡 Pro tip: Sprinkle a little sea salt on top before baking. Game changer.