Herbal Extracts Series Part II – Tinctures
What on earth are herbal extracts? There are certain health promoting compounds that can be found in the plants around us, whether they be wild or cultivated. Herbal extraction is the process of drawing [...]
Decoction – Valerian Root De-Stressor
When the Latin word for an herb – valere – literally translates as “to be well,” it kind of grabs your attention, right? For thousands of years, valerian root (valere in Latin) has been relied [...]
Decoction – Happy Adrenals
This blend makes approximately 12 total cups of tea. Following the instructions below will result in approximately 1 1/2 cups prepared at a single time, which will serve two people. If you plan to [...]
Hot Infusions – Deep Sleep Tea
You can make this blend using a tablespoon as your measurement i.e. 1 part=1 tablespoon for example. Ingredients to Put Together 1 part catnip 1 part chamomile flowers 1 part lavender blossoms 1 part [...]
Hot Infusions – Raspberry Leaf Tea – Pregnancy Assist
Studies suggest that red raspberry leaf may help shorten labor time, speed healing and reduce discomfort after labor, and increase the nutrient profile of breastmilk. It's one of the most popular herbs recommended by [...]
Harvesting Seeds – What to Watch Out For
If there is anything that the last few years have taught us, it is that life is always changing. This unpredictability has revved up to a point, seemingly like never before, that society feels [...]
How to Store Seeds for the Long Term
I remember going into my grandma's "catch all" cupboard when I was a child and was amazed at her collection of the seeds of her favorite flowers and vegetable plants. Back in the day, [...]
Decoctions – Lemon Ginger Cold & Flu
A warming and cleansing tea made with fresh lemon, ginger and honey. The measurement below make only one serving Then Making the Tea or Hot Infusion Ingredients 1½ cups water ¼-½ inch fresh ginger [...]
Long Infusions – Nettle Leaves
Nature's Multivitamin – nettle tea – contains vitamins, minerals, & antioxidants that support detox, energy, seasonal allergy relief & more. Ingredients 1/4 of a jar full of fresh Nettle leaves 3/4 of the jar [...]
Hot Infusions – Yellow Dock n Licorice System Detox Tea
A well-functioning detoxification system that is within all of us, is essential for hormone balance, healthy skin and a strong immune system. Sadly, both our environment and certain genetic factors can sometimes cause our [...]
