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Astragalus, or Astragalus membranaceus, Astragalus mongholicus, has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. It's become a valuable part of herbal medicine in Western culture as w … read more

Black walnut hulls, or Juglans Nigra hulls, are an important part of herbal medicine. This outer hull, often discarded as waste, has also been used as a hair dye and to dye cloth. In fact, natura … read more

DIY herbal projects can be made quickly and cheaply. If you buy items in the store, they will cost big bucks. With a bit of time, creative packaging, and love, you can gift something that doesn't brea … read more

Shavegrass (Equisetum arvense), also known as horsetail, is a plant you've likely seen growing in fields or along roadsides. This plant is called horsetail because it resembles a horse's tail. This he … read more

The holiday travel season is upon us.  No matter how careful we are, this is the time of year when we often end up sick.  Germs spread rampant on airplanes, trains, and buses.  Everyone … read more

Herbal tea is perhaps the most common way herbs are consumed in the United States. Most likely, you've got at least a few types of herbal tea in your kitchen cupboard right now.   Herbalists … read more

In the heights of the Rocky Mountains, you'll find a unique herb  This herb is only found in a handful of other high elevation locations  It's considered a sacred herb among many Native Amer … read more

Herbs have been used to provide cold & flu relief for centuries.  Virtually every people group worldwide has recorded use of herbs to help them feel well.  Historical texts document the … read more

Next up in our herbal preparations series is one that is not as well-known. The herb-infused oil is most commonly thought of as a culinary preparation. We've all seen infused and flavored olive o … read more