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Nettle: Harness the Nutrient-Rich Magic for Whole-Body Wellness

By Tracey October 3, 2024Herbal Monographs, Recipe1 Comment

Nettle: Harness the Nutrient-Rich Magic for Whole-Body Wellness Nettle (Urtica dioica) might be best known for its sting, but don’t let that scare you away from this incredible plant. Beneath…

The Magic of Lemon Balm: History, Healing and Flavor

By Tracey August 20, 2024Herbal Monographs, Recipe3 Comments

The Magic of Lemon Balm: History, Healing and Flavor Do you know lemon balm? If not, you're in for a treat. It's like a little burst of sunshine in the…

Lambs Quarter: From Weed to Wonder, Discover Your New Favorite Green

By Tracey August 13, 2024Herbal Monographs, RecipeNo Comments

Lambs Quarter: From Weed to Wonder, Discover Your New Favorite Green Imagine a plant that's packed with more iron and protein than spinach, grows like a weed, and tastes better…

Comfrey: The Moistening Marvel with Remarkable Healing Powers

By Tracey August 7, 2024Herbal MonographsNo Comments

Comfrey: The Moistening Marvel with Remarkable Healing Powers Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a remarkable perennial herb that has been revered in traditional medicine for centuries. It's energetics are cooling and…

Nature’s Medicine Cabinet: The Health Secrets of the Elder Shrub

By Tracey July 16, 2024Herbal Monographs2 Comments

Elder's energetics warming drying Elder's Properties Immunomodulating Antiviral Antibacterial Immune stimulant Elder (Sambucus nigra, S. canadensis). These are the 2 species of elder you'll find around these parts most often.…

Cooling Aloe Vera: Love Your Summer with this Nourishing Elixir

By Tracey July 1, 2024Herbal Monographs, RecipeNo Comments

Cooling Aloe Vera: Love Your Summer with this Nourishing Elixir One of the most well-understood energetics in traditional medicine belongs to Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis). For centuries, Aloe Vera has…

St. John’s Wort’s Secrets make for a Happier, Healthier You

By Tracey June 10, 2024Herbal MonographsNo Comments

St. John's Wort's Secrets make for a Happier, Healthier You St. John's Wort Energetics Generally considered to be neutral and drying. Actions Astringent Antiviral Alterative Anti-inflammatory Nervine Nervous trophorestorative (nourishes…

Yarrow: Unlock its power – A Natural Ally for Your Wellbeing

By Tracey May 12, 2024Herbal MonographsNo Comments

Yarrow: Unlock its power - A Natural Ally for Your Wellbeing Yarrow's Energetics Cooling & drying Actions Astringent Antimicrobial Stops bleeding Antiseptic Diuretic Diaphoretic Vulnerary (heals wounds) Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium)…

Hibiscus: a beautiful cooling powerhouse with hidden health benefits

By Tracey April 29, 2024Herbal Monographs, Recipe1 Comment

Hibiscus: a beautiful cooling powerhouse with hidden health benefits Hibiscus Sabdariffa. A beautiful sub-tropical flowering plant from the mallow family. There are a lot of plants called Hibiscus but not…

Peppermint: Nature’s Little Miracle For Digestion, Headaches, And More!

By Tracey April 23, 2024Herbal Monographs, Recipe5 Comments

Peppermint: Nature's Little Miracle For Digestion, Headaches, And More! Energetics: Cooling & warming. It's more cooling when used externally on the skin or drank as a cold tea. It's more…

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