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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 use of herbs a
The Most Popular Herbs for Holiday Travel(Post)The holiday travel season is upon us. No matter how careful we are, this is the time of year when we often end up sick. Germs spread rampant on airplanes, trains, and buses. Everyone spending time
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 of the Day: Shavegrass (aka Horsetail) (Post)Shavegrass (Equisetum arvense), also known as horsetail, is a plant you've likely seen growing in fields or along roadsides. This plant is called horsetail because it resembles a horse's tail. This he
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 pote
Herb of the Day: Strawberry Leaf(Post)The delicious little berries are a favorite worldwide and are pretty easy to grow. Most people ignore the nutritious leaves on the strawberry plant, however. Strawberry leaves are delicious and make a
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 he
Herb of the Day: Tangerine Peel(Post)The tangerine has become a staple food in the US. However it wasn't always available here. This delicious citrus is originally from Asia. It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for c
The Top 5 Calming Herbs for Stress Relief(Post)We’ve all heard it time and time again. Today’s world is said to be more stressful than ever. There is a constant influx of information, ever-growing to-do lists, and constantly rising grocery and gas
FAQ- Wildcrafted vs Organic Herbs: Which Is Better?(Post)Q- What is the difference between "wild-crafted", organic, and certified organic herbs? A: Generally, wild-crafted herbs are grown and harvested in their natural habitat, while organic herbs are gro
Essential Oil of the Month: Camphor(Post)Literature fans will recognize camphor from Little Women. Today we hope to introduce you to this essential oil. The name camphor may stir up thoughts of moth balls and Grandma's medicine chest. Howeve
Herb of the Day: Yellow Dock(Post)Yellow dock (Rumex crispus) will take root nearly anywhere and is one that gardeners find hard to get rid of. It will continue to grow even when cut, mowed over, or mistreated. This “problem plant” is
