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Herb of the Day: Mullein(Post)
Herb of the Day: Mullein Brought over by colonists, this herb has spread nationwide and is one we are sure you have seen! It is an incredibly hardy plant with over 200 varieties. You will find it gro ...
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 ...
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: Flaxseed(Post)Flaxseed has been gaining popularity lately due to its wide variety of uses and high amount of fiber, magnesium, minerals, and Omega-3’s. This seed can be eaten, added to smoothies, used ...
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: 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 ...
Herb of the Day: Ginger(Post)Close your eyes and imagine the sweet/spicy scent and flavor of ginger. This herb is a favorite in the fall and winter seasons. Known as a warming herb, ginger begins to grace our plates more often a ...
Herb of the Day: Feverfew(Post)On occasion, we get lucky with the name of an herb, giving us a special clue about the herb itself. Feverfew is one such herb. As the name implies, feverfew is traditionally used to help reduce fever ...
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: Black Cohosh (Post)Black Cohosh is native to North America and has a long history of use among Indigenous peoples. Herbalists primarily use it for women's health issues, but it has many other uses as well. Herbalist Ma ...
Herb of the Day: Marshmallow(Post)Camping season has arrived. A staple of camping for most of us is the S’more. Most people don’t know marshmallows were originally made with marshmallow root. In fact, a healthy, herb-inf ...
FAQ: Herbs compared to prescription and OTC medications(Post)Q- How do herbs compare to prescription and OTC medications? A- First of all, the action of many prescription and OTC medications is based on an action from an herb. Drug companies study different h ...
