TLH Blog

Comfrey, Symphytum officinale, is an excellent herb to know about this time of year. It’s one of the top first-aid herbs and has been used for thousands of years. Today we'll discuss the use of … read more

Camping season has arrived. A staple of camping for most of us is the S’more. Most people don’t know marshmallows were originally made with marshmallow root. In fact, a healthy, herb-infu … read more

Dong Quai (Female Ginseng): Traditional Uses, Benefits & How to Use It Female Ginseng is best known as Dong Quai in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Its scientific name is Angelica sinens … read more

Oatstraw is the stem from which the grain oatmeal grows. It is harvested during the "milky oat" stage while still green. The grain is separated, and the stem, seeds, and leaves are used in herbal prep … read more

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

We’ve all heard it time and time again. Today’s world is said to be more stressful than ever. There is a constant influx of information, ever-growing to-do lists, and constantly rising gro … read more

Herb of the Month: Jujube If you've ever eaten a date, then today's herb will look familiar to you. Jujube is also known as red date. They are from a similar plant and have an extremely similar flavor … read more

Herb of the Day: Mullein Brought over by colonists, this herb has spread nationwide and is one we are sure you have seen! It is an incredibly hardy plant with over 200 varieties. You will find it grow … read more

Chamomile is known as one of the most popular teas in the world. Its wonderful, calming nature has made it a common fixture in many bedtime routines. Just as Peter Rabbit’s mother gave him chamo … read more