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    An Herbalist's thoughts on botanically-induced abortion
    Donna Koczaja
    • Jun 23, 2020
    • 3 min

    An Herbalist's thoughts on botanically-induced abortion

    Using herbs to induce abortion is a dangerous endeavor and is not recommended. Read on for an herbalist's perspective.
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    It's Spring and nettle soup is what's for dinner!
    Jayne Tamburello
    • Jan 3, 2020
    • 2 min

    It's Spring and nettle soup is what's for dinner!

    Because I am an herbalist, people often ask me -- what is the best way to consume nettles (urtica dioica)? It's a good question because...
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    Is this safe and effective for Urinary Tract Infections?
    Jayne Tamburello
    • May 22, 2019
    • 3 min

    Is this safe and effective for Urinary Tract Infections?

    A woman wrote to us and shared that she is taking an oregano essential oil supplement and finding it more effective than broad spectrum...
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    Saw palmetto for use in men's health.
    Jayne Tamburello
    • May 14, 2019
    • 3 min

    Saw palmetto for use in men's health.

    Can you give some guidance on the use of saw palmetto for prostate issues and are there any issues (positive or negative) with regards to...
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    Shepherd's purse for menstrual support
    Jayne Tamburello
    • May 1, 2018
    • 3 min

    Shepherd's purse for menstrual support

    "Are there any herbs that can help alleviate heavy menstrual bleeding?" Lisa, Fairfax, VA. Yes! The inspiration for my first post here...
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    It's Spring and nettle soup is what's for dinner!
    Jayne Tamburello
    • Apr 18, 2018
    • 2 min

    It's Spring and nettle soup is what's for dinner!

    Because I am an herbalist, people often ask me -- what is the best way to consume nettles (urtica dioica)? It's a good question because...
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    The ABC's of Kidney Support
    Jayne Tamburello
    • Nov 28, 2017
    • 2 min

    The ABC's of Kidney Support

    ATTUNE: Winter is the season of going inward, of slowing down, of being more and doing less. We need to attune, or literally, get in...
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