Herb of the Day: Japanese Knotweed
…herb is also considered an emmenagogue, or an herb that can induce menses. So if you are perimenopausal and enjoying the decreasing frequency of your period, you might want to…
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Herb of the Day: Boneset
…that I was just talking to my husband about the invasive Japanese beetle, and here they are, all over the Boneset. When it comes to herbs, there are a lot…
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Herb of the Day: Tansy
…insect killing, but also toxic to humans and other mammals in large doses. In small quantities however, it is considered a tonic herb. Even though the actions of herbs are…
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Herb of the Day: Yellow Curly Dock
…like the challenge of writing more than the challenge of making. Curly dock is mostly known as a cleansing herb because it is a stimulating cholagogue and mild laxative. But…
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Cannabis: The “Gateway” Herb
…growing awareness, appreciation, and understanding of one amazing plant, to champion the use of herbal medicine in general. Is Cannabis the gateway herb leading to a greater appreciation of plant…
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How to be Smart About the Herbal Products You Buy
…In addition to knowing which part of an herb to use, it is also extremely important to know the best way to prepare an herb or mixture of herbs. Most…
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The Ultimate Crunchy Mother’s Day Gift Guide
…keeps perspiration in check. Personalized Herb Box $25.00 The chalk pot herb kit comes with three pots, trays, your choice of 3 herb varieties, soil, and chalk. Comes with 5…
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An Herb for Your Nerves: Bacopa
Bacopa monniera, also known as water hyssop, or “Brahmi,” in India, is a herb very commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine. Bacopa is also being used more and more by Western…
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Herb of the Day: Convolvulus
Dr. Jennifer Williamson, ND I’m not a botanist by any means, so sometimes I run across an herb and I am stumped if it’s one thing or another. This is…
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5 Powerful Medicinal Plants to Grow in Your Garden
…Usually growing as a weed, yarrow is a multi-purpose herb that can help treat wounds, and stop bleeding or lower a fever. It is a great herb to combine with…