I could use a drink right about now
I could use a drink right about now… I may be making light of something that is a serious issue for many folks. I know because alcoholism is a big issue in my family. My dad was an alcoholic, and I have a grandmother and grandfather that both died from alcohol related...
Sore Throat? Try a Marshmallow Leaf Cold Infusion
Sore throat? It can happen any time of year and is triggered by many different events. Whether it’s from the dry, forced air of centrally heated homes, smoke from the wood stove or wildfires, catching a cold or the stale air in a plane cabin during travel, our throats...
How Do You Make an Oat Bath for Itchy Skin?
Itchy skin can be incredibly bothersome, and it can happen at any time—whether from: Bug bites Poison oak or poison ivy Dry or hot climate Dry skin Dehydration Anxiety One thing many people don’t realize is that a key ingredient for relief might be as close as your...
What Herbs Are Good for First Aid?
For first aid, some of the best natural remedies come from the plants in your garden, local trail, or even your spice cabinet. Discover five essential herbs for first aid and how to use them to treat common injuries like cuts, scrapes, bee stings, and minor burns....
Need a Home Allergy Remedy? Try This Herbal Syrup!
Allergies can truly put a damper on your daily life, causing symptoms like constant sneezing, watery eyes, congestion, and fatigue. Dealing with these irritations can feel like a never-ending battle and hold you back from fully enjoying the things you love to do. When...
Soothing Moon Milk Recipe for Your Bedtime Routine
For me, the joy of being an herbalist is about bringing the healing power of herbs into so many areas of my everyday life. Morning tea, daily herbal skin care and evening herb filled baths are just a few of the luxuries of an herbal lifestyle. One of my favorite...
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...
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...
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