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Herb of the day ... Alfalfa(Post)
When some people hear of Alfalfa, this is what comes to their mind. It means a little more to us. Alfalfa, or Medicago sativa, is a natural detoxifier. It has traditionally been used by herbalists f ...
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 ...
Essential Oil of the Month: Lemon(Post)This month we're stepping away from Herb of the Month to learn about an essential oil. We use essential oils in a handful of our products- including this month's specials, Lympha Rub and ASMA. Lemon ...
Herb of the Day: Dill(Post)Dill pickles are one of the most common foods in American fridges. We're likely all familiar with the flavor of dill. It is an easy plant to grow in home gardens or in containers indoors. It's not on ...
Tips for Preserving Herbs(Post)Maybe you've been harvesting and gathering herbs from your garden all year. Or perhaps you did some foraging or have someone at the local Farmer's Market selling herbs. People are sometimes reluctant ...
FAQ- Allergy concerns when taking herbs(Post)Below are several questions regarding allergy concerns with herbs. Please reach out if you have other questions or concerns! Q: If I have food allergies or digestive problems, or an overly sensi ...
Herb of the Day: Irish Moss(Post)Chondrus crispus is better known as Irish Moss. This beautiful, highly mucilaginous plant is not a moss at all, but rather an alga. Found along the coasts of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, ...
Herb Foraging 101(Post)Late Spring and early Summer are often when people start thinking about herb foraging. There are herbs growing all over this time of year! In fact, most of the plants growing in your yard that you wr ...
Herb of the Day: Motherwort(Post)Mother's Day is right around the corner. To celebrate this day, we wanted to share a unique herb with you. On occasion, the name of an herb also reflects its medicinal benefits. Motherwort is one of ...
Herb of the Day: Passionflower(Post)Passionflower (also written as Passion Flower) may be the most remarkable looking herb we'll cover in our Herb of the Day posts. This flower is stunning to look at and helps attract bees and butterfl ...
FAQ- Herb Shelf Life(Post)Q: How long can herbs be stored before they begin to lose potency? A: If kept in a cool, dry, dark place, most extracts will retain their potency for up to 3 years. They should not spoil but the pot ...
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 ...
