Spring is finally here again, and we are seeing green plants start to reappear. One of the first herbs we find sprouting is Urtica, AKA Stinging Nettle. The bright green shoots will push through the layer of brown leaves as soon as days being to lengthen and the crisp
Turmeric, also known as Curcumin, is so widely discussed these days that I am fairly confident many reading this recognize it’s name. If you don’t, allow me to provide a brief introduction. An anti-inflammatory superstar, turmeric that has been around for thousands of years. It is also, quite possibly,
Qualities: Sweet, bitter, slightly warming, astringent, alterative, anti-viral, anti-depressant, sedative, nervine. Uses: Hypericum may be most known for it’s antidepressant effects. There is a significant evidence base for this use, and a recent metanalysis reported it is as effective as SSRI medications such as Zoloft or Prozac for mild
Lemon balm has a nickname: “the Gladdening herb.” When you crush the soft leaves in your fingers, a wonderful lemon odor is released – the smell brings a smile and lightens your mood immediately! When you learn to recognize this wonderful plant, you can pick a piece and smell
Capsicum frutensis, aka Cayenne pepper, is one of my favorite spices in food and it is also a powerful herbal ally. Not only does it add pleasant heat to a meal or beverage, it is also a potent medicine. I use it is herbal formulas to help potentize the
The "passionflower" was discovered in 1569 by Spanish explorers in Peru who saw the flowers as symbolic of the passion of Christ and as a sign of Christ's approval of their efforts, which became the origin of the scientific and common names. In Europe, passionflower has been used in
Bitter melon is a wild cucumber grown in Bangladesh, India, China and Korea that is a part of many diets in those regions. It has been used to treat conditions including asthma and high blood pressure but is best known for its impact on glucose control and treatment of
September is a month that focuses on cholesterol awareness. We wanted to share an herb that tastes good, is very effective, and can be taken every day. Hawthorn is an excellent herb to support your heart health on every level and is used to treat conditions of the heart
As everyone hustles to get ready for back to school, we wanted to share an herb that is very safe, tastes great, is very effective, and can be taken every day. Even your kids will love the taste of it. Elderberry, Sambucus Nigra, is an excellent herb to prevent
With the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season, I wanted to share an herb with adaptogenic qualities this month. Adaptogenic herbs are known for their ability to help the body resist and recover from stress, and can increase energy and overall vitality. Glycerrhiza is an excellent herb to
