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FAQ- Why we have so many cough formulas (and how to choose the right one)(Post)
Q-Why do you have so many cough formulas? A- Coughs are one of the trickiest things to find the right remedy for, because no two are really the same. Even within one family, during the same illness, ...
Herb of the Month: Chamomile (Post)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 cham ...
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 pon ...
FAQ- Standardized Herbs(Post)Q: Are standardized herbs better than whole (non-standardized) herbs? A:There is no yes or no answer, and even herbalists are split on this subject. Standardization means that the active ingredient ...
FAQ: Why don't most American doctors recommend the use of herbs? (Post)Q: Why don't most American doctors recommend the use of herbs? A: Unlike some European countries where doctors & pharmacists are trained in herbal medicine, doctors here in the U ...
Herb of the Day: Astragalus(Post)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 ...
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 ...
Herb of the Day: Uva Ursi(Post)Uva Ursi has a unique fan- bears. In fact, the plant itself is nicknamed bear berry. The berries are some of the earlier berries to develop and bears love them! It is also known as kinnikinnick, ...
Herb of the Day: Peppermint(Post)Today's herb may well be the most well-known flavor we'll cover on this blog. It's a flavor that the holidays would be incomplete without for millions of people. Peppermint is widely used both for it ...
The Top Herbs for Cold & Flu Season(Post)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 ...
Herb of the Month: Jujube(Post)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 flavo ...
Herb of the Day: Artichoke Leaf(Post)Artichoke leaf is one that people are almost always surprised to find out is used by herbalists. Yes, it is indeed the leaves from the delicious and funny looking vegetable! Many restaurants offer ar ...
