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Unlocking the Potency of Pine Pollen Forest Aurum Pine Pollen Nectar Tincture represents the current pinnacle in our journey to create ultra-pure and ultra-potent Pine Pollen Tinctures of the highest quality. As with all of our tinctures, Forest Aurum Pine Pollen Nectar Tincture features our dual-stage extraction process, where we use two separate extraction methods to ensure a complete and full-spectrum extraction. Forest Aurum Pine Pollen Nectar Tincture has been specifically devel …

Tongkat Ali: A Beacon of Authenticity in the World of Herbal Medicine In our quest to recover our health, wellness, and vitality, the traditional herb Tongkat Ali, also known as Pasak Bumi or Longjack, emerges as a testament to the power of authentic herbal medicine. Celebrated for its remarkable health-enhancing properties, Tongkat Ali's journey from the rich biodiversity of Southeast Asia to the forefront of phytotherapeutic practices is a story of tradition, scientific validation, and a …

Unlocking the Intricacies of Stacking, Combining, and Cycling Herbs and Products for Optimum Benefits At RAW Forest Foods, our commitment to herbal medicine includes the development of product stacks and cycles. This practice involves strategically combining adaptogenic and tonic herbs, such as Pine Pollen and other pro-androgenic herbs, to enhance their collective health benefits. Central to our methodology in creating these stacks and cycles is the Jun-Chen-Zuo-Shi framework, a fundamental …

Exploring the Complex Interplay of Estradiol and Androgens in Male Sexual HealthBeyond the Shadows of TestosteroneOriginally published on March 3rd, 2017. Updated on October 30th, 2023. In the intricate realm of male urological health, the pivotal role of estradiol in male sexual well-being often remains in the shadows of its androgenic counterpart, testosterone. To achieve a comprehensive understanding, we must recognize the profound significance of estrogens, particularly estradiol. This a …

All Hallows Evening: Celebrating Growth, Death, Renewal, and the Mystical Cycles Eleven Cauldron Flavors The Witches' Qi Elixir As the moonlight bathes the Earth during the last Full Moon in the Virgo Zodiac—falling between August 22nd and September 22nd, or alternatively, between August 17th and September 17th—we embark on an ethereal journey into the realm of "Eleven Cauldron Flavors." This ancient and enigmatic elixir mirrors profound themes of growth, death, and renewal. …

A Dedication to Excellence Over Quantity In the upcoming week, we are thrilled to reintroduce a curated selection of our beloved products and customer favorites. These updates epitomize our central focus on product development at RAW Forest Foods: making nuanced yet substantial enhancements to the items and formulas already part of our catalog. In a world that often prioritizes quantity over quality, we are steadfast in our commitment to delivering the utmost in product excellence rather th …

A Commitment to Quality Over Quantity In the week ahead, we will be relaunching a selection of our cherished products and customer favorites. These updates align with our primary focus in product development at RAW Forest Foods: making subtle yet meaningful improvements to the products and formulas already in our catalog. In a world that frequently values quantity over quality, we are making a concerted effort to prioritize delivering the finest possible products rather than merely offering …

Do Pine Needles Prevent Viral Shedding Due to COVID Vaccination? The issue of viral shedding due to COVID-19 vaccination has become somewhat of a—well—viral topic. This topic has been placed on our radar here at RAW Forest Foods due to the misinformation claiming that pine needles, specifically pine needles from the white pine tree (Pinus strobus), contain a synthetic compound known as suramin. Below, I will address both the substance of the claim—whether …

Nettle Root and Hormones: Using Nettle Root to Support Women's Endocrine Health and Manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Many people who have spent time in forests and woods are already familiar with the sting of Stinging Nettle, and many women are acquainted with the phyto-therapeutic uses and health benefits of Nettle Leaf. Here, we will explore the use of Nettle Root in supporting women's hormonal health, including its important benefits for managing Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS …

We wanted to know if vitamin D supplementation could help prevent and fight COVID-19 infection. So we hit the books, did the research, and here are the results—provided as a resource to help you decide if vitamin D supplementation is right for you. Since the early days of the pandemic, I have been closely following the research on the relationship between vitamin D and COVID-19. And now, a solid 8 months into the pandemic in the US, this relationship has become somewhat of a trending t …