Posts in Herbalism
My Top 5 Favorite Herbs For Spring Renewal

If I had to pick just one herb for spring, nettle would be it. This is the herb I reach for first when allergy season hits, and for good reason — it is one of the most well-researched natural antihistamines we have.

A study published in Planta Medica found that freeze-dried stinging nettle significantly reduced allergic rhinitis symptoms, with participants reporting relief from sneezing, itching, and nasal congestion. Researchers believe nettle works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins and histamines — the inflammatory compounds responsible for that miserable itchy-eye, runny-nose response to pollen.

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Best Herbs To Help You Achieve New Year Resolutions

When we think of herbs we normally think of alternative medicine, sickness, prevention or making dinner more tasty. Herbs, however, have a long history of assisting us energetically and spiritually. When I was in my first year of herbalism school we were required to meditate with herbs before we could start researching its medicinal properties and it was a fascinating experience. Many of us in the class would have the same experience during meditation, whether that be a visual of the plant and what it was traditionally used for or perhaps a feeling in the body where that plant is beneficial. I was blown away by these experiences as they were not isolated and happened over and over again throughout the year.

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Winter Wellness: A Chinese Medicine Perspective

In the heart of winter, the energy around us slows down, mirroring the stillness of nature. This season is associated with the Water element in Chinese medicine, symbolizing introspection, restoration, and the cultivation of inner strength. Understanding and aligning with this essence can significantly impact our physical and emotional well-being during the colder months.

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