Traditional Medicines
This plant is often burned for its calming effect, and it’s just what you need when you feel "burned" out.
What is sage?
This traditional food, often referred to as "manoomin" in Ojibwe, is a nutritious whole grain that provides essential vitamins and minerals.
What is wild rice?
This "King of Rock 'n' Roll," known for hits like "Jailhouse Rock" and "Hound Dog," is often called the best entertainer of his time.
Who is Elvis Presley?
Doing this type of activity regularly—like walking, swimming, or dancing—can improve blood flow to the brain and support memory.
What is exercise?
This nutrient, found in fruits like oranges and strawberries, helps strengthen the immune system and promotes healthy skin.
What is vitamin c?
Used to "sweeten" the air and your spirit, this plant is burned in ceremonies to clear away negativity and balance emotions.
What is sweetgrass,
This large mammal is a primary source of food, clothing, and tools for many Indigenous peoples, and its meat is often dried or smoked for preservation.
What is bison?
With songs like “Help!,” this British band became one of the best-known groups of the 60s and led the "British Invasion."
What is the Beatles?
Eating foods rich in these—like leafy greens, berries, and fish—can help protect the brain and reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
What are vitamins or antioxidants?
Known for its ability to reduce stress and improve mood, this type of exercise involves breathing techniques and gentle stretching.
What is yoga?
While smoking this in commercial cigarette form may be bad for you, our ancestors used it in ceremonies to give thanks, offer prayers, and connect with the Creator.
What is tobacco?
This fish, commonly found in Minnesota’s lakes, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, making it a heart-healthy choice in traditional Indigenous diets.
What is walleye?
This girl group from the 60s gave us hits like “Be My Baby” and is often called one of the best pop groups of the era.
Who are the Ronnettes?
Socially connecting with friends, family, and community is one of the best ways to reduce stress and help keep this organ healthy.
What is the brain?
Eating a diet rich in these helps promote heart health, with foods like avocado, nuts, and olive oil being excellent sources.
What is healthy fats?
When you’re feeling under the weather, this tree has your back—its leaves were traditionally used for colds, flu, and to help protect overall health.
What is Cedar?
This small, tart fruit, often used to make jams, jellies, and syrup, was a vital food source for many Native peoples of Minnesota, especially when dried for the winter.
What are chokecherries?
With his "I’ve Got a Crush on You" and "Fly Me to the Moon," this jazzy singer is often seen as one of the best voices in American music in the 50s and 60s.
Who is Frank Sinatra?
Studies show that getting enough of this type of daily rest is essential for memory consolidation and clearing toxins from the brain.
What is sleep?
Drinking enough of this daily helps regulate body temperature, transport nutrients, and flush out toxins.
What is water?
Our ancestors knew that this type of "medicine" could help strengthen the body, clear the mind, and heal the spirit—it's more than just exercise.
What is dance?
This trio of plants, traditionally grown together, feature corn, beans and squash and grow by holding each other up and protecting one another.
What is the three sisters?
This singer, known for “What a Wonderful World,” is considered one of the best jazz and pop vocalists bridging the 50s and 60s.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
Playing games like Sudoku, crossword puzzles, or chess helps challenge the brain and improve this.
What is memory?
Consuming enough of this macronutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues, and it’s found in foods like eggs, beans, and fish.
What is protein?