HerbalistsJul 28, 20198 minBalm of Gilead-an ancient medicineThis is an article that appeared in the Sunday, July 28, 2019 edition of the New York Times, written by Frank Bruni. It is an excellent overview of the plan...
HerbalistsJul 2, 20191 minSummer herbal smoothie bliss!Happy summer, readers! We're so grateful for your questions and subscriptions. Every question you send in to us serves as a source of inspiration and curious...
HerbalistsApr 2, 20193 minIs my concentrated tincture shelf stable?Forest writes in asking: "Hello, I have recently made a tincture using everclear, adding water to get to the recommended 1:5 menstruum. My question is this: ...
HerbalistsMar 5, 20192 minWhat does raw vinegar have to do with sinus health?!Anne writes: Oil of Rosemary, Eucalyptus & peppermint have done wonders when I feel a sinus infection coming on. Someone recommended Raw Apple cider vinegar ...
HerbalistsNov 6, 20183 minSt. John's Wort herb interactions?Susana wrote to us asking "Can you take Red Clover and St John’s Wort together or in the same day?" This is a great question, Susana! And timely as well as I...
HerbalistsOct 2, 20182 minHelp! Do I need to decrease my adaptogen dose?Jenni wrote to us inquiring about taking an adaptogenic herb: "will it lose its effectiveness over time therefore needing to up the recommended daily dose?" ...
HerbalistsJul 5, 20184 minHoly Basil, 'The Incomparable One'Holy basil aka Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) is such a versatile herb that it is also called 'The Incomparable One' and 'The Elixir of Life'. We've written about h...
HerbalistsJul 3, 20183 minEssential oils on the brain. . .A subscriber wrote in asking "how do essential oils affect the brain?" Essential oils (EO's) are wildly popular and, as a clinical herbalist and aromatherapi...
HerbalistsJun 27, 20183 minChamomile Tea: So much more than a mellow evening beverageI have some chamomile tea bags in my pantry. I know it’s good for sleep, but what else, if anything, can I use them for? Great question! I love chamomile, e...
