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DIY Natural Citronella Candles | Herbal Academy | Learn how to make citronella candles from beeswax, essential oils, and dried herbs to repel mosquitoes, flies, and other insects.
Essential Oils / Homes with Heart
  ON June 26,2020

DIY Natural Citronella Candles

We have finally started to feel the warmth of summer. It was 80 degrees Fahrenheit here in the Midwest yesterday, and you can bet we spent the better half of the day outdoors. We welcomed summer with a playful game of baseball, refreshing strawberry lemonade, and s’mores roasted over a bonfire. All the while, our […]

Stress-Be-Gone Balm Recipe (and Video!)  | Herbal Academy | This Stress-Relief Balm recipe is adapted from the Herbal Academy’s Intermediate Herbal Course and features calming essential oils in an herb-infused base.
Essential Oils / Herbal Recipes To Try / Preparation How-To
  ON May 04,2020

Stress-Be-Gone Balm Recipe (and Video!)

In trying times, it’s inevitable to feel anxious and stressed. When we are burdened with these emotions, everyday tasks often become more difficult and we don’t feel like ourselves. While there are many ways to ease stress and anxiety, including nutrition, exercise, and various herbal preparations, it’s nice to have something on hand that’s quick […]

Herb Talk / We've Come To Know
  ON April 22,2020

Best Herbs for Lungs and Respiratory Support

When addressing viral respiratory infections, we want to think about herbs that have strong immune or antiviral actions in addition to herbs for lungs and basic respiratory support. During the current outbreak of viral infection, it’s better to use what you already have on hand than to spend an extended amount of time out of […]

We've Come To Know
  ON April 08,2020

Safe Antiviral Herbs for Autoimmune Disease

Immune support is on everybody’s mind right now, and not just for our own benefit but also for the greater good! The changing news and recommendations during the current outbreak of viral illness is enough to make even those who are generally well a little bit uneasy about what to do. For individuals who have […]

Live Well
  ON March 30,2020

Why We Need To Care About Animal Adoption and Rescue

It is important to remember that human beings share the planet with countless other inhabitants. As one part of a larger whole, we have a responsibility to respect and care for our fellow earth-dwellers, including plants and animals. When it comes to animals, people especially love their pets. There is so much we can do […]

Homes with Heart
  ON February 25,2020

10 Herbal Crafts for Long Winter Days

There’s nothing better than a hot cup of tea and a winter herbal craft project to help brighten long, cold days in the Northern Hemisphere. These 10 herbal craft projects are inspired by plants, and a few of them even involve taking a walk to find materials in nature, which is therapeutic in and of […]

We've Come To Know
  ON February 18,2020

5 Tips to Becoming a Zero Waste Herbalist

As herbalists, we love and respect the wisdom and wellness benefits of plants. Naturally, we care deeply for the earth and the ecosystems from which herbs come. Learning, practicing, and sharing herbal wisdom is something we do in our efforts to make our lives and the world better. Still, it is often unclear how our […]

herbal tonics displayed on a table
We've Come To Know
  ON January 22,2020

Ask An Herbalist: Herbal Tonics 101

Herbal tonics, while seemingly simple on the surface, are a more nuanced topic than just “herbs for what ails you!”.  In this video, Herbal Academy educator and herbalist Heather Irvine, will be shedding some light on some common misconceptions surrounding herbal tonics. First, she’ll explain what an herbal tonic is and some safety factors to […]

We've Come To Know
  ON January 16,2020

4 Common Types of Tea To Know And How to Enjoy Them

I can’t recall the exact moment when I first began to enjoy tea. However, I do know that even as a child I was drinking strong, unsweetened iced tea. I actually enjoyed (and still do!) the tannin-rich, astringent and slightly bitter taste of the ice-cold drink. However, it wasn’t until adulthood that I started delving […]

DIY Herbal Wax Sachets for the Home and Gifting | Herbal Academy | Learn to make DIY herbal wax sachets. These little treats will freshen the air without the use of chemicals and make the perfect herbal holiday gift!
Homes with Heart
  ON December 13,2019

DIY Herbal Wax Sachets for the Home and Gifting

We, herbalists, are always looking for practical ways to capture the beauty, splendor, and awakening we experience when barefoot and intertwined with our herb gardens. The rub of a single mint leaf or the brush of a hand against rosemary or lavender growing in the garden fills our senses with delightful aroma instantly. Our encounters […]

How To Stay Energetically Balanced During Winter | Herbal Academy | Stay energetically balanced during winter with foods, herbs, and lifestyle choices that will help you stay well and vibrant through the season ahead. 
We've Come To Know
  ON December 06,2019

How To Stay Energetically Balanced During Winter

When you think of winter, what comes to mind? Sparkling snowflakes, red berries, and evergreens? Hot chocolate and twinkling lights? Or dark, quiet days?  For all of the winter lovers out there, this cool, dark season can provide a wonderful opportunity to simplify life and to slow down and reflect on the past year. However, […]

How to Make a DIY Autumn Root Tonic | Herbal Academy | When autumn shows its signs, it may be time to incorporate herbal roots into your diet in the form of an autumn root tonic to support your vitality.
We've Come To Know
  ON September 23,2019

How to Make a DIY Autumn Root Tonic

When autumn begins to show its signs—earthy colors, golden afternoons, and crisp evening air—it may be a good time to utilize a particular plant part within your herbal toolkit: roots. Herbal roots can be used to make a delicious autumn root tonic to support your vitality, especially as the season begins to change. Making this […]

Liver Care 101: Herbs, Foods, And Wellness Practices For The Liver | Herbal Academy | The importance of holistic liver care cannot be underestimated. Here are some key herbal, dietary, and lifestyle practices to help support your liver.
We've Come To Know
  ON September 13,2019

Liver Care 101: Herbs, Foods, And Wellness Practices For The Liver

The importance of holistic liver care cannot be underestimated. Your liver is one of the most multi-functional organs in your body, silently performing a myriad of tasks on a daily basis. Some of your liver’s functions include: Detoxification: Converts drugs and other toxic substances into substances that can be more easily excreted through your urine […]

The Best Places to Purchase Herbs and Supplies World-Wide | Herbal Academy | We've pulled together some of the best places to purchase herbs and supplies world-wide to make it easier to find what you need for your herbal studies!
Live Well / We've Come To Know
  ON August 22,2019

The Best Places to Purchase Herbs and Supplies World-Wide

Are you new to herbalism and wondering where to find the herbs you need to get going on your craft? Or perhaps you are looking for a new, wonderful place to buy your next batch of botanicals. Regardless of where you are on your herbal path, purchasing herbs and supplies for making botanical creations can […]

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