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All About Propolis(Post)
Many people are familiar with the benefits of raw, local honey. However, bees produce another substance called propolis. It is the resin gathered from plants such as poplars, pine, and birches. The b ...
Herb of the Month: American Ginseng (Post)This month's herb has been getting a lot of attention lately. American ginseng or Panax quinquefolius is native to North America and its counterpart Panax ginseng is native to Asia. Ginseng ...
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 w ...
Herb of the Month: Rosehips(Post)It seems that roses pop up everywhere in February. The petals themselves make lovely floral arrangements. Rose petals can also be added to herbal preparations and taste delightful. The rose also give ...
Herb of the Month: Oregon Grape Root(Post)Oregon Grape root is native to North America. It is frequently used as an alternative to the endangered- and often quite expensive- Goldenseal. There is documented use of this herb by Indigenous peop ...
Herb of the Month: White Pine(Post)With the holiday season around the corner, we thought we'd take a look at White Pine. As a central part to our holiday decorations, pine is the perfect herb to learn about in November. Indigenous tri ...
Herb of the Month: Echinacea(Post)Behind peppermint and chamomile, echinacea may be the most widely used herb. It is found in a variety of tea blends, on big-box store shelves, and even in hospital cafes. This herb has two main varie ...
Winter Essentials(Post)“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, "Go to sleep, darlings, til ...
Herb of the Month: Cinnamon(Post)The product on store shelves we know as cinnamon is often a fake! Herbalists use cinnamomum burmannii or cinnamomum verum. There are a few knock offs sold as cinnamon. You'll know you have the real t ...
Herb of the Month: Red Root(Post)Native to the Eastern US, this plant has now been cultivated around the country. The plant itself is more often referred to as New Jersey tea. In the case of using it for herbal remedies, we're using ...
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: Horehound(Post)If you've ever gone into an old-fashioned candy shop- or seen one in a museum, you've probably seen horehound candy. This candy is still made, though not as well-known. Today, you're most likel ...
