Herbal bathing is relaxing, enjoyable and an invaluable self-care tool. In this article, you’ll discover the benefits of an herbal bath and how to use fresh herbs to create a seasonal garden bath. Reducing stress is one of the most effective things we can do to...
Have you ever taken the road less travelled? Well, that is what I did on this very spot and I never looked back The California school of herbal studies. Straight out of college I started taking classes with Rosemary Gladstar and Jane Bothwell. I had just spent 4 years...
“What else do you think we should stir into the pot on this conversation about Foundations of Home Herbalism?” Recently I got this question: “Kami, what is home herbalism? Is it kind of something like you use garlic and lemon for colds instead of a...
With cardamom, hawthorn, honey and rose hips as some of the ingredients, you can’t go wrong!! Have you made electuaries yet? Big yum factor. Good thing there are so many tasty ways to get herbs into us! I’ve been making this Love Your Heart Electuary for a...
We asked you: What’s your biggest challenge in making food your medicine and which 3 culinary herbs would you like to hear more about. Want to learn the secret to transforming everyday ingredients into foods and remedies that heal? And you answered! After reading...
Are you looking for a simple yet powerful decongestant? This little video will give you a quick tool to help with all kinds of mucus (I know, I love this topic!). I’ve taught this home remedy to thousands of my students and it is a favorite, so check it out! This...
Let’s do some nasal oiling! I have seen people with nasal congestion, allergies, dry nose, and chronic sinus infections have AMAZING results with this ONE simple and natural home remedy. Find out how to unblock your nose from allergies and lubricate your...
Let’s talk about your menopausal journey, the power of herbal self-care and how you can engage a simple home herbal technique that can help you feel more connected with your body during menopause. “So let me ask you, how do you listen to your body?” One...
Do you know any of the herbal remedies that were used by your mother, grandmother, great grandparents and aunties? Can you remember an ‘Old Wives Tale’ or a silly remedy that your mom always made you take when you started to get a cough? “Our foremothers worked...
The first spring flowers to arrive in our yard are camellias and calla lilies. I love these flowers, not only because they are beautiful, but they are the two flowers that remind me of my grandmother, Nana, June McBride. “What plant do you smell that takes you...