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    Herb of the Month: Raspberry Leaf(Post)

    Red Raspberry leaves are most well known among those in the birth community. Midwives, doulas, and even OBs suggest red raspberry leaf to women during pregnancy. This beautiful leaf is suggested to wo

    Herb of the Month: Borage(Post)

    Borage happens to be one of the only sources of true blue found in nature. Most other things that appear blue are technically purple. Bees have an affinity for this beautiful blue flower. Documented u

    Herb of the Month: White Willow(Post)

    Tall and beautiful, White Willow trees grow in many places around the world. Little do most know, the bark has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy. In fact, it was this bark that inspired the

    Herb of the Month: Alfalfa(Post)

    "Isn't that horse food?" This is the most common reaction people give to hearing Alfalfa is used by herbalists. What is even more surprising to folks is what a nutrient-dense power house this herb is.

    Herb of the Month: Roundup(Post)

    Earlier this month, we offered advice in this post if your goal is to learn more about herbs in 2025. Today we thought we'd put Herb of the Month posts in one place. This will provide an easy way to f

    Herb of the Month: Fennel(Post)

    Fennel is one of the most gentle herbs you'll encounter. It's commonly used with infants, children, and the elderly. The seeds are most often used in herbal preparations. However, you will find herbal

    Herb of the Month: Yarrow(Post)

    This pretty plant is a favorite among both herbalists and birds. Many birds use yarrow as a lining in their nest. Use of this plant in nests helps repel parasites and mosquitoes. It is a prolific plan

    Herb of the Month: Spirodela(Post)

    Spirodela is an herb not as well known in North America, though the plant itself is a familiar one. Commonly known as duckweed, Spirodela is used often in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Growing in pond

    Herbs & Love(Post)

    In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a look at herbs and love. No, we’re not just talking aphrodisiac herbs here. For centuries, different herbs have been associated with love. Whether these are

    Herb of the Day: Osha(Post)

    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. Many Indigenous tribes consider it sacred, and it has an exten

    Herb of the Month: Coltsfoot(Post)

    Often confused for dandelions, coltsfoot has a similar appearance but one unique feature- the leaves appear after the plant flowers. This unique little plant is high in mucilage making it a popular re

    Herb of the Day: Comfrey - A Natural First Aid Herb(Post)

    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 the le

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