Mushroom Soup Recipe for Winter Wellness
When winter brings along its chilly weather, there’s nothing better than a hearty bowl of soup. Food is medicine, especially during the cold winter months when your body can use all the support it can get. Mushrooms, with their powerhouse of immune support, are the...
Hawthorn Tea for a Healthy Heart
In the quest for a healthy heart, nature often provides timeless solutions, and one such gem is hawthorn. For centuries, the hawthorn plant has been revered for its properties in supporting cardiovascular health. Who would have thought that the humble hawthorn—which...
Comfrey Salve Recipe: The Balm You’ll Love for Bumps and Bruises
Bumps and bruises are part of life. That said, some of us get bumped and bruised a little more often than others. Whether you’re accident prone or have rough-and-tumble little ones, mixing up a batch of this comfrey salve recipe ensures you’ll have a comforting balm...
Stop Cold and Flu With These Elderberry Recipes
Elderberry recipes are at top of my list to vanquish cold and flu symptoms. Not only do elderberries (Sambucus mexicana and S. nigra) enhance the immune system, their antiviral properties hinder flu virus from penetrating cell membranes. The berries are also rich in...
Herbal Hot Chocolate for Stress? Try This Adaptogenic Hot Chocolate Recipe
Stress? It takes many forms. How does stress show up for you? Let’s get into some adaptogenic therapy to help! With many health benefits from improved memory to better mood and a more resilient stress response, this adaptogenic hot chocolate recipe is a winter treat...
The Eclectic Herbalists & The Hidden History of Herbalism in the US
In a time when more and more Americans are turning to plants to support their health, herbalism can feel like a trendy new phenomenon. The truth is, it has a long and rich history in North America, with traditions gathered from many sources. Read on to explore this...
4 Tips For Creating an Herbal Routine
As an herbalist, I talk to many people about health. The conversation eventually leads to questions about what to do for a sick child, friend, or family member or how to prevent them from becoming ill. Since food is one of our primary medicines, I always begin with...
Herbal Remedies to Prevent a Cold Before It Starts
The best home remedy for a cold or flu is to stop it from taking hold in the first place. Fill your meals with nourishing herbs and spices, practice your self-care, and immediately address those little symptoms that you notice at the onset of a sickness, like...
Orange Spiced Chai Recipe for Digestive Support
Do you save your orange peels? (organic, of course). Orange peels add depth and a smile to your tea! I am actually allergic to oranges, I know, darn! However, I peel oranges, let my family eat the fruit and then I make tea with the orange peel. Just the aroma of the...
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