by admin | Jun 6, 2023 | herbal school, herbalism, materia medica, wildcrafting
Lemon Balm Lemon balm, known by its scientific name Melissa officinalis, is a herb used for centuries for its medicinal properties. It is a member of the mint family and is native to Europe, but it is growing in many parts of the world now. In this blog post, we will...
by admin | May 30, 2023 | herbalism, materia medica, recipes
Herbs for Sore Muscles With the warm weather and long days, it’s no wonder we spend more time outside doing physical activities. Whether gardening, playing sports or working in the yard, it’s a great time to be active outside. But sometimes, even if...
by admin | May 18, 2023 | herbal business
Is Herbalism Regulated by the FDA? Herbalism as a practice is not directly regulated or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the same way that pharmaceutical drugs are. The FDA primarily regulates drugs, including over-the-counter and...
by admin | May 11, 2023 | herbalism, materia medica
Dandelion Uses Dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) considered pesky weeds that are removed from lawns and gardens. The poor dandelion has been vilified in yards for years now. Dandelion uses, see them all! However, the leaves of the dandelion plant, known as dandelion...
by admin | May 9, 2023 | herbal school, herbalism
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Basil, this herb is a popular culinary herb with a distinctive aroma and flavor. In addition to its use in cooking, basil also offers several health benefits. Here are some of the benefits of basil herb: Rich in antioxidants: Basil is rich in...
by admin | Apr 27, 2023 | herbal school, herbalism, materia medica
Chickweed: The Versatile Herb That Can Do It All! Chickweed is a versatile herb that is used for a variety of purposes, from culinary to medicinal. It is a common weed that grows in many parts of the world and is known for its delicate, star-shaped flowers and tiny,...
by admin | Mar 8, 2023 | herbalism, materia medica, wildcrafting
My Favorite Foraging Books These are my three favorite herbal foraging books.I am so happy to have these at my disposal when hiking or exploring the world around me. Now I change my favorite books every five minutes, it seems sometimes, but these have been treasured...
by admin | Feb 8, 2023 | herbalism, recipes
Herbs for Constipation Constipation is a common problem, and herbs for constipation can help. Many things can cause constipation. It’s essential to control constipation because it can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Here are some herbs that...
by admin | Jan 26, 2023 | herbalism, materia medica, recipes
Great Herbs For PMS PMS is a common issue women often deal with. For some, it can mean bloating, headaches, cramping, constipation, breast tenderness, water retention, and moodiness, including irritability, weepiness, and mood swings. Recently, a mother emailed me...
by admin | Jan 5, 2023 | recipes
Medicated Ghee Medicated ghee is an Ayurvedic preparation. Medicated ghees have their origins in India. It is made from clarified butter with added herbs; some cultures use cultured or raw butter. Butter can be a very beneficial way to use and introduce and use herbs....
