Herbalism

In last week’s podcast episode on How to Create More Ritual in Your Life, I shared some of the deeper ways that herbs have helped me not just with my...

Herbal steams are a powerful, time-honored remedy for winter congestion, working by hydrating dry mucous membranes, loosening stubborn mucus, and delivering antimicrobial plant compounds directly to your respiratory system. Using...

In 2024, five core lessons stood out: understanding histamine intolerance and the nervous system’s role in chronic illness; realizing that nervous system regulation—not perfection—is key to true healing; accepting and...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the balance of hot and cold energies within the body is foundational for health. Excess heat can trigger inflammation, rashes, and anxiety, while excess cold can...

Simmer pots offer more than just a cozy scent—they're a traditional, low-tox ritual that humidifies dry air, supports respiratory health, and infuses the home with the natural antimicrobial benefits of...

Poppy flower essence empowers you to shed the exhausting cycle of hiding your true self and step into full, authentic expression. It supports releasing fear around being seen, strengthens self-trust,...

Flower essences work best when woven consistently into your daily rituals. Take 4 drops under the tongue up to 4 times a day, add to your water bottle for steady...

Making a flower essence is a deeply intentional process that captures the living spirit of a plant, not just its physical properties. It’s less about harvesting and more about relationship...

Flower essences offer a profound yet gentle way to support emotional healing and soul-level alignment. Developed by Dr. Edward Bach, these vibrational remedies use the energetic imprint of flowers to...

Our community shared tried-and-true tips to bring sad tomato plants back to life, from enriching your soil with compost and organic fertilizers (like tomato food and fish emulsion) to homemade...

Tinctures are one of the most powerful, practical ways to preserve and use the healing properties of plants—and making them is much simpler than it seems. Whether you prefer the...

Cooling herbs like mint, hibiscus, marshmallow root, lemon balm, and rose help regulate body temperature, soothe inflammation, and calm the nervous system during hot summer months. Whether you’re sipping iced...

A thriving spring garden starts with knowing your soil through proper testing before planting. Focus on beginner-friendly, cool-season crops like cilantro, calendula, radishes, and peas that tolerate light frosts. Avoid...

From immune-boosting elderberry syrups and lung-supporting botanicals to gut-healing probiotics and adrenal-adaptogen blends, this curated list shows how targeted herbs and supplements can be tailored to meet specific needs—whether for...

Supporting your body through the seasonal transition into fall means syncing with nature’s rhythms: embracing warming herbs like cinnamon and ginger to stoke circulation, shifting to cooked, seasonal foods to...

Fall allergies are often mistaken for seasonal colds, but if your symptoms last over ten days, itchy eyes and sinuses included, allergies might be to blame. Ragweed and mold spores...

As we enter back-to-school season our kids’ immune systems are put to the ultimate test. Thankfully, we can rely on a variety of herbal blends that are kid-friendly to support...

In the modern landscape of health and wellness, we find ourselves continuously exploring new avenues to enhance our vitality and well-being. Among these, the practice of cold plunging has emerged...

FIRST OFF, WHAT ARE GLP-1 DRUGS LIKE OZEMPIC? Semaglutide is a synthetic form of GLP-1, which is a human peptide hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1. Ozempic, Wegovy, and Monjauro are all...

Being a mom is no joke! It’s like running a 24-hour restaurant that doesn’t serve food, instead, it’s serving all the needs of your kids, all day, every day. It’s...

Spring aches and tightness are often rooted in Liver Qi stagnation—energy that’s stuck after a sedentary winter. Rosehip stands out as a single-herb ally, helping to disperse stagnant Qi, ease...

The greatest way to learn about traditional herbalism is to look to the teachers who came before us. True herbal wisdom comes from those who have dedicated themselves to becoming...

Latin Name:Trigonella foenum-graecumHerb Class/Action: Demulcent, Expectorant, Vulnerary, GalactagogueParts Used: SeedFlavors: Bitter (with subtle sweet notes), Energetics: Warming, DryingTraditional Benefits: Digestive Support, Skincare, Blood Sugar Support, Women’s Health (Nursing) Fenugreek is...

Herbal vinegars are a really easy way to infuse your favorite herbs into your everyday meals. In the herb world, we use the word menstruum to describe what is used...

Latin Name: Momordica charantiaHerb Class/Action: Carminative, Metabolic Normalizer, Diuretic, Pancreatic Trophorestorative, AntisepticParts Used: Aerial parts Flavors: BitterEnergetics: Cooling, DryingTraditional Benefits: Metabolic support, digestive support, blood sugar support This potent, bitter...

Gymnema sylvestre’s true power lies in its ability to rewire how your body perceives and metabolizes sugar, making sweet foods less appealing at the taste bud and brain level through...

Latin Name: Melissa officinalisHerb Class/Action: Healthy Inflammatory Response Support, Nervine, antiviral, antibacterial, carminative, diaphoretic, immune stimulatingParts Used: Leaves, flowersFlavors: Sour, pungent, slightly sweet and bitter, citrusyEnergetics: Drying, mildly warming, tonifyingTraditional...

Latin Name: Rosmarinus officinalisHerb Class/Action: Carminative, antispasmodic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antioxidant, emmenagogue, circulatory stimulant, nootropicParts Used: LeavesFlavors: Bitter, aromatic Energetics: WarmingTraditional Benefits: Circulatory support, liver support, digestive support, microbiome support, brain...

Latin Name: Monarda fistulosa (Lamiaceae)Herb Class/Action: Carminative, Diaphoretic, Antiseptic, Stimulant, Expectorant, EmmenagogueParts Used: Leaves, FlowersFlavors: Aromatic, Bitter, Spicy Energetics: Warming, DiffusiveTraditional Benefits: Immune support, fever support, digestive system support, respiratory...

Summer is arguably the best season (although, I am admittedly a Leo writing this)… but this year especially it feels like there’s so much to celebrate. We’re back outside traveling,...

Did you know that you can make a potent cup of medicinal tea without ever needing to touch your kettle?! While you’ve probably brewed most teas with hot water in...

Did you know that rose hips have so much more to offer us than just their Vitamin C? This highly nutritious fruit-as-medicine not only supports a healthy inflammatory response systemically...

Craving a fresh start and a new herb routine to kick you into gear? We asked our team members to share their current daily stack based on their unique needs,...

Latin Name: Commiphora myrrhaHerb Class/Action: astringent, microbiome balancer, blood mover, healthy inflammatory response support, hepato-supportiveParts Used: Oleo gum resinFlavors: Bitter, pungent, aromatic, acridEnergetics: Warming, dryingTraditional Benefits: Circulatory support, damp draining,...

Latin Name: Schisandra chinensisHerb Class/Action: Adaptogen, kidney and essence tonic, “immune amphoteric”, antioxidant, hepato supportiveParts Used: Dried fruitFlavors: All five flavors: sour, bitter, pungent, salty, sweetEnergetics: Warming Traditional Benefits: Lung...

Latin Name: Bacopa monnieriHerb Class/Action: Nootropic, adaptogen, nervine, antioxidant, alterative, supports a healthy inflammatory response, cardiosupportiveParts Used: dried aerial partsFlavors: Bitter, sweet, astringentEnergetics: Cooling, light, flowing Traditional Benefits: Brain support,...

Latin Name: Achillea millefoliumHerb Class/Action: anodyne, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, diaphoretic, vulnerary, stimulant, circulatory stimulant, digestive, carminative, hepatoprotective, alterative, diuretic, expectorant, cardiac tonicParts Used: aerial partsFlavors: bitter, pungent, acrid, diffusive, aromaticEnergetics:...

Latin Name: Equisetum arvenseHerb Class/Action: Nutritive, kidney tonic, astringent, lymphatic, supports microbial balanceParts Used: Aerial partsFlavors: earthen, not strong flavors Energetics: drying, coolingTraditional Benefits: Bone support, vascular support, immune support,...

Ah, the age old battle since the very first days of herbal medicine extraction and preservation… teas vs. tinctures. What’s the difference? Is one better than the other when it...

As an herbalist, my life’s work is learning how to utilize and share the power of plant medicine. And for me, one of the most intimate ways to interact with...

While it’s true that at its simplest, tea is dried herbs + water, when it comes to a truly medicinal cup of herbal tea, there are far more intricate directions...

There’s a video that Nick has on his phone from 5, maybe 6 years ago – I’m just sitting on the couch reading out loud from one of my books....

Latin Name: Albizia julibrissinHerb Class/Action: antioxidant, nervine, nootropicParts Used: bark, flowers Flavors: sweetEnergetics: neutralTraditional Benefits: supports mood + emotional health, supports a healthy mind, supports liver health, supports musculoskeletal health,...

Rose Rice Pudding, a mouthwater blend of rose, cardamom, cinnamon, honey and coconut milk that warms the body from the inside out. This deliciously floral pudding can be served hot...

A romantic mix of sugar, water and dried rose petals to create a well balanced floral sweetener, perfect for your next cocktail, dessert, tea or even simply to add to...

Latin Name: Turnera diffusaHerb Class/Action: reproductive/Kidney Qi tonic, aphrodisiac, nervine, digestive bitterParts Used: leaves, stems of flowering topsFlavors: pungent, aromatic, bitter, astringentEnergetics: warming and dryingTraditional Benefits: supports sexual health, support...

Can you slow down enough to be in your body; to invite the experience of pleasure in? This is what rose medicine asks of us (ever so gently and yet...

Latin Name: Elettaria CardamomumHerb Class/Action: carminative, digestive, renal tonic, aromatic (circulatory), nervine, aphrodisiacParts Used: seedsFlavors: pungent, aromatic, sweet, stimulatingEnergetics: mildly warming, drying, downwardTraditional Benefits: digestive system support, mood support, respiratory...