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Understanding Herbal Preparations: Fomentation (Post)
Fomentation is the herbal preparation I bet you’re least likely to have heard of. Though it’s a big name, they are simple to prepare! It’s as easy as making a cup of tea. This ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Lozenge(Post)Herbs have long been used in candy and lozenge form. They’re a delicious way to make herbal medicine. Lozenges are also a way to consume herbs that might not taste so good in other preparations ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Steam Inhalation (Post)We've likely all seen old pictures of someone standing over a pot of water with a towel over their head. Or perhaps Grandma suggested trying it out when sick. Herbal steam inhalation is not just an o ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Liniment(Post)Summertime often brings an increase our activity levels. While this, obviously, means healthier minds and bodies- it can also mean sore muscles and joints. Herbalists have traditionally used liniment ...
15+ Easy DIY Herbal Projects for Last-Minute Gifts (Post)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 bre ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations: Tincture(Post)Herbal tinctures are one of the most widely used herbal preparations. They are also one of the oldest forms of using herbs. Cultures worldwide have stuck to this method for several reasons. One being ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations: Capsules(Post)There are times when it is inconvenient to take a liquid herbal formula. Other times an herb has an awful taste and it’s best to get it down any way possible! These are moments when an herbal c ...
Herb of the Day: Juniper Berry(Post)Juniper berries are not true berries- instead, their name is derived from their berry-like appearance. Their use dates back generations where Native American tribes are said to have used juniper ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Decoctions (Post)A few weeks ago, we discussed what an herbal infusion is. An infusion is one way to prepare herbs for consumption, most commonly as a drink. Another method, decoction, is also used by her ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Infused Oil (Post)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 ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations- Tea(Post)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. Herbalist ...
Understanding Herbal Preparations: Salve(Post)Warmer days and more time outside have arrived. This is a welcome change for most of us. It also means bug bites, sunburn, stings, cuts, etc. As we work together through our understanding of various ...
