Every herbal home should have a well equipt home apothecary filled with the tools and herbs needed to successfully treat common ailments.
Amoxicillin is a powerful drug against bacterial infection, but there are herbal alternatives. Learn how to make nature's amoxicillin.
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Natural antibiotics have a very important role to play healing all sorts of minor infections. Which is NOT to say we never need the power of prescribed antibiotics. Of course we do. But using natural
This pine needle cough syrup is beneficial for soothing for a dry and scratchy throat and helping to tame coughs.
Elderberry tincture is a simple way to convert fresh or dried elderberries into a homemade remedy to boost the immune system. You may have come across elderberry, in either tincture or syrup form, if you've
Out of all the things I teach people when it comes to herbalism, this is the one thing that I teach the most. Some days I get a stank eye and get told I have
Using stinging nettle for hormones can help hormonal acne, hair loss, weight loss and more. Learn the benefits + how to make nettle tea.
I want to share with you my new recipe for an antiseptic herbal ointment packed full of germ-killing properties that is sure to help all of us hippie-folk treat everyday minor cuts, scraps, burns, bumps, and abrasions. You can use this ointment just as you would a tube of that nasty chemical-laden, commercially-prepared stuff found in... Continue Reading
**This article is an overview about herbal tinctures: How to make one, how to use a tincture, and what exactly is a tincture? Other questions are answered to: Which alcohol is best for tincturing, how long does it take, and more. Also--find out why you should be using herbal tinctures for your healt
Mullein is an important plant of waste places and spent pastures. It thrives in harsh environments. Learn how to use mullein as a local herbal ally.
You can make many homemade medicines at home using ingredients you already have in your garden and kitchen. Here are 25 natural medicines.
There are so many natural health benefits from plants you can grow. These holistic home remedies are the best items for your herbal medicine cabinet.
Learning how to make a tincture is one of the most important parts of the herbal learning journey. Use this post to figure out the best menstruum, extraction time, and method for producing a safe, effective herbal tincture every time!
Here are my favorite remedies to put in a medicinal first aid kit. Most of these herbal remedies are available at health-food stores.
The fresh needles and buds of Pine, picked in the springtime, are called “pine tops.” These are boiled in water, and the tea is consumed for fevers, coughs, and colds. The needles are also diuretic, helping to increase urination. This recipe combines pine tops with dried peppermint and catnip for relief from sinus and lung congestion.
Herbs high in nutrients are excellent sources of minerals including iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium as well as protein and many vitamins.
Willow bark has been used for centuries as a natural pain reliever. It contains salicin, which was later synthesized and is the active ingredient in aspirin. It's reputed to relieve pain without the stomach upset
Herbalism, the art of bringing the body into balance with medicinal plants, piqued the interest of mainstream America in the last decade. Interested in starting down the path of herbalism? Check out the ideas below for some introductory tips.
This pine needle cough syrup is beneficial for soothing for a dry and scratchy throat and helping to tame coughs.
Note: This article has been edited since I first wrote it a few years ago. We now live in Idaho and grow even more herbs. I still use this herbal tincture for periodic sleep issues, and so does Mr. V. It has been a life saver for us as far as herbal remedies go! The very first herbal remedy I eve
Elderberry tincture is a simple way to convert fresh or dried elderberries into a homemade remedy to boost the immune system. You may have come across elderberry, in either tincture or syrup form, if you've
A wonderful collection of recipes for natural herbal remedies you can make at home. Stock your pantry and be prepared for cold and flu season!
The cleavers plant is an early spring edible with useful medicinal properties, one of many wild herbs and herbal remedies you can find in your garden. Here's what to know about cleavers benefits and how
NOTE: This article is about the best easy, safe, effective herbs perfect for the beginning herbalist to start with in your home apothecary. Take a look and see if any of these sound like something you might like to try as you create your own natural home medicine chest with herbs. And if you want t
Rosemary salve is a versatile and effective natural remedy for a variety of skin concerns that can help moisturize, nourish, and heal.
Budding herbalists usually start their herbalism journey with teas. However, quickly after tea, an herbalist learns how to make a tincture.
NOTE: This article is my recipe for a great-tasting, safe, and effective herbal tea blend for headaches, especially those brought on by stress or that are considered a migraine headache. Used as a daily tonic, there’s evidence that it can be beneficial for those who suffer migraines, reducing the pa
This herbal tincture is a great remedy for headaches and some migraine headaches as well.
Pine needles can be used for a variety of ailments, as food, for making crafts, and even in the garden. Let us teach you 8 ways to use pine needles.
Today, I want to show you how to easily make and use ginger syrup in your daily life, but first, let's look at some health benefits of using ginger.
Migraines have been my longest-standing, most life-disrupting health problem since I can remember. And while lifestyle changes have helped tremendously, as soon as my diet lags, my sleep gets disrupted, or my stress levels rise, headaches are the first thing to get worse. I recently created this herbal pain killer shot and have been pleasantly
Learn How to Make Herbal Remedies using Teas and Tinctures.
Maria Noël Groves teaches about herbs for pain and how they can come to our assistance during times of need in her new book, Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies.
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Learn how to make helpful herbal salves using purple dead nettle & other beneficial plants. Recipes for first aid salve and aches & pains salve included!
The syrup is made in three steps. First a tincture is made with the berries and the brandy. This needs to macerate for 4 weeks. Then the tincture is strained and the same berries are simmered with water to make a strong decoction to which honey is added. This makes the syrup. Then some of the tincture is added to the syrup to create the final shelf-stable syrup. Both the alcohol and the honey are important to make this shelf stable. Without them, this preparation would spoil quickly. Don't be tempted to cut back on the honey or reduce the alcohol. The proportions are important to the success of the recipe.
Are you entering the world of tinctures? This beginners guide to herbal tinctures will cover the basics so you can feel confident exploring the different types of medicine you can create at home.
How to Make a Headache Salve I've mentioned it before (in my 'about me' info, for example) that I'm one of those people who is prone to headaches. When the weather changes, when I eat too much processed
This easy homemade Elderberry Syrup recipe is packed full of nutrients! Keep it on hand to fight off cold and flu symptoms and to boost your immune system.
Want to know the pine needle syrup recipe and how to use the pine syrup at home? Continue reading and find out.
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Learning how to make a tincture is one of the most important parts of the herbal learning journey. Use this post to figure out the best menstruum, extraction time, and method for producing a safe, effective herbal tincture every time!
So, what is a tincture? Tinctures are liquid extracts made from either dried or fresh plant material that are macerated in alcohol, glycerin, wine, and even vinegar (though anything other al…
Ever wonder what was in your foremother's first aid kit? We imagine her with a full array of roots and berries, herbs and oils tucked into her trusty animal-skin pouch.