Articles: Herbs

Catnip! Good for Cats, Good for Humans

Many know the effects of catnip on our feline friends, but few realize that catnip has medicinal effects for humans.…

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nightcap mocktail

Calming Herbal Nightcap Mocktail to Mix Before Bed

Whether you’re looking to replace your end-of-the-day cocktail, relax before bed, or want something new to add to your tea,…

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anti-inflammatory smoothie

Ginger and Pineapple Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie: The Best Medicine You’ve Ever Tasted

Surprisingly, medicine can actually be delicious. This anti-inflammatory smoothie uses natural (and tasty!) ingredients to help reduce inflammation caused by any…

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salsa

Mushrooms & Wild Herbs Salsa: A Refreshing Spring Recipe

Spring into the season with a fresh, wildcrafted appetizer! This recipe for mushrooms and wild herbs salsa is very adaptable,…

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How to Preserve Seasonings: Herbs Today, Preserves Tomorrow

What do you do when you have bunches of herbs reaching maturity at the same time? Preserve them!   Preserving…

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herbalism

9 Ways to Improve Your Health with Herbalism

Herbal remedies are a great way to naturally support overall bodily health. Here are some useful tips on all things herbalism…

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Medicinal Uses for 8 Herbs Already in your Kitchen

We all know a dash of cayenne pepper is great on roasted sweet potatoes and a little bit of cinnamon…

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Mastering the Actions of Herbs

Want to become a master in medicinal herbs? The first step to using these herbs successfully is understanding the actions…

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10 Herbs for Family Health

Growing your own herbs  is a great alternative to over-the-counter medicine. Not only do these plants help with general wellness,…

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thyme

About Thyme: Growing, Harvesting, and Drying Thyme

It’s about time we talk about thyme! Thyme, a medicinal herb and a flavorful addition to many meals, is easy to…

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medicinal herbs

Growing Medicinal Herbs: An Agricultural Revolution

Growing & using your own medicinal herbs keeps you healthy AND helps improve our environment. So what’re you waiting for? Check out…

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medicinal herb garden

Start Your Own Medicinal Herb Garden with These 3 Herbs

Want to start your own medicinal herb garden? Passionflower, lemon balm, and goldenseal are the best place to begin! These…

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Tips & Tricks for Harvesting and Drying Herbs

Harvesting and drying herbs correctly is a very important part of the process when it comes to making your own…

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mint salt

Mint Salt: A Fresh Take on Seasoning

Searching for a new way to use salt and seasonings in your kitchen? Look no further than this recipe for…

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remedies for burns

Herbal Remedies for Burns, Bites, Stings, and Wounds

There are a number of herbs & herbal treatments that help reduce skin discomfort. Herbal formulas serve as remedies for…

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galium panna cotta

Panna Cotta With Galium: A Sweet Stand-In For Vanilla

Who needs a spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down when you have galium? This wild herb not…

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Container Gardening 101: Growing Food In A Small Space

Do you dream of fresh produce at your fingertips but only have access to a small balcony or window sill?…

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lambsquarter

How to Use Lambsquarter from Root to Plant to Seed

Before yanking out the next patch of lambsquarter you find in your yard or garden, consider the different edible and…

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Why You Should Try Container Gardening

There are countless reasons to grow at home, from eating more healthily to saving money on your grocery bills. We…

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migraines

Herbal Formulas for Migraines and Other Headaches

Suffering from frequent headaches is miserable and immobilizing. If you haven’t had luck treating and preventing your headaches, skip the…

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Fire Cider: A Healing, Warm Tonic

“It is more important to know what kind of person has a disease than to know what kind of disease…

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The Taste of Herbalism: What Your Tongue is Telling You

If you’ve ever cooked with herbs, you know that taste plays a huge role when deciding which ones to use.…

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Bottoms Up! All-Natural Sports Drink (Plus a Recovery Tincture!)

When exercising for extended periods of time, we lose large amounts of electrolytes. Instead of picking up a sports drink…

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Take a Tea Break to De-Stress This Winter!

Life can be stressful! Sometimes there’s just no avoiding it. Luckily, taking a moment to brew and enjoy a cup…

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Want to Become an Herbalist? Drawbacks of the Herbal Renaissance

From tulsi to turmeric, echinacea to elderberry, medicinal herbs are big business—but do they deliver on their healing promise—to those…

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