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Herb of the Day: Astragalus

Herb of the Day: Astragalus

Posted by TriLight Health on Feb 13th 2020

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
Herb of the Day: Black Walnut

Herb of the Day: Black Walnut

Posted by TriLight Health on Jan 25th 2020

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
15+ Easy DIY Herbal Projects for Last-Minute Gifts

15+ Easy DIY Herbal Projects for Last-Minute Gifts

Posted by TriLight Health on Dec 21st 2019

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
Herb of the Day: Shavegrass (aka Horsetail)

Herb of the Day: Shavegrass (aka Horsetail)

Posted by TriLight Health on Dec 14th 2019

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 Most Popular Herbs for Holiday Travel

The Most Popular Herbs for Holiday Travel

Posted by TriLight Health on Dec 5th 2019

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
Herb of the Day: Cloves

Herb of the Day: Cloves

Posted by TriLight Health on Nov 22nd 2019

Any fan of pumpkin pie spice knows the unique, bitter/ sweet flavor of cloves. Nothing else tastes quite like it. It's found in some of our favorite fall and winter holiday recipes and drinks. There's … read more
FAQ- Organic vs Wild-Crafted Herbs

FAQ- Organic vs Wild-Crafted Herbs

Posted by TriLight Health on Nov 18th 2019

Q- What is the difference between "wild-crafted", organic, and certified organic herbs?  A: Generally, wild-crafted herbs are grown and harvested in their natural habitat, while organic herbs ar … read more
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Tea

Understanding Herbal Preparations- Tea

Posted by TriLight Health on Oct 31st 2019

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
Herb of the Day: Osha

Herb of the Day: Osha

Posted by TriLight Health on Oct 25th 2019

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