Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner (9 DIY Natural Cleaners)
Posted on01 Apr 2014
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Spring cleaning is finally upon us. Now is the time that we’ll purge our garages of unwanted junk, finally throw out that... Read More
Stinging Nettle Recipes for Spring Eating
Posted on26 Mar 2014
After a long, cold winter, most of us warmly welcome the arrival of milder weather and the return of the green. As... Read More
4 Natural Allies for Allergy Season
Posted on25 Mar 2014
With the recent passing of the vernal equinox, we have now officially entered the season of spring. For many of us, this... Read More
Bitter Integrations! Part 2: Making Bitters
In my previous article, Bitter Integrations! we saw how humans adapted to some bitter plants to not only attain precious plant vitamins... Read More
Benefits of Fennel: Relief for You-Know-What
Posted on18 Mar 2014
It happens to all of us. That moment, usually not long after eating, when we realize that we have gas. Whether during... Read More
Blackberry Winter – Tips for Helping Bees
Posted on18 Mar 2014
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“Blackberry Winter” is a hauntingly beautiful song mourning a love affair that ends coldly and without warning. For gardeners eager to embrace... Read More
Companion Planting Herbs
Posted on11 Mar 2014
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If you’ve been keeping up with our articles, have taken our Intermediate Herbal Course, or even have only just visited us for... Read More
Bitter Integrations! Part 1: History and Benefits of Bitters
Posted on10 Mar 2014
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Though bitter tastes are never our first choice on the menu, they are often the first choice in our survival. In the... Read More
Deter Garden Bugs and Pests with Nontoxic Methods
Posted on05 Mar 2014
When your neighbors see you walking through your garden spreading cayenne pepper and seaweed all around your crops, they may think that... Read More
5 Easy Herbs to Grow
Posted on01 Mar 2014
You may have decided that you would like to start your very own herbal garden this year, and have even had some... Read More
Sheltering with Valerian
Posted on25 Feb 2014
In January, I wrote about medicinal herbs in England use during World War II, and this month I would like to follow-up... Read More
Firsts For Spring
Posted on25 Feb 2014
To our dearest friends, The promise of spring is plip-plopping from our roof as icicles melt into puddles below. With spring comes... Read More
Essential Oils for Anxiety and Stress Support
Posted on20 Feb 2014
What Are Essential Oils? The sweetness of rose, the fresh greenness of pine, and the tangy fruitiness of orange: these scents are... Read More
5 Steps to Starting Seeds
Posted on19 Feb 2014
Most of us associate springtime with re-birth and growth, and never is this idea more in line with the season than when... Read More
Secrets To Transplanting Seedlings: 3 Tips To Success
Posted on13 Feb 2014
Do you remember bringing a goldfish home from the pet store and placing it in the aquarium? You were probably told to... Read More
Vintage Valentine DIY and Morning Latte Recipe
Posted on07 Feb 2014
A snow day is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Delight in a morning latte while creating something... Read More
Healthy Raw Snacks You Will Love
Posted on04 Feb 2014
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Looking for a sweet, decadent treat that is healthy for you, too? These crunchy bites are gluten-free, raw, and fill of chocolate-y... Read More
Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate
Posted on03 Feb 2014
Holidays often include brewing something festive in the kitchen. February 14th, Valentine’s Day, celebrates lovers and all things love, including aphrodisiacs. Whether... Read More
How To Make A Tincture
Posted on03 Feb 2014
An herbal tincture is a long lasting and effective form of receiving an herb’s gift. It has a much longer shelf life... Read More
Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Posted on29 Jan 2014
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When I was a kid I used to eat salad as a snack. No exaggeration. I would find a bowl, put some... Read More
The Greenhouse Is Always Greener
Posted on24 Jan 2014
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A visit to Margaret C. Ferguson Greenhouse at Wellesley College. The sensation of sun rays shines onto the skin. The red-orange glow behind the... Read More
6 Myths About Raw Vegetables
Posted on24 Jan 2014
For starters, we need to categorically differentiate between a raw food diet and eating foods raw from time to time. If you... Read More
Do You Know the Power of Mustard Seeds?
Posted on21 Jan 2014
Have you ever heard the word “mustard” and thought about something other than a yellow condiment used during summer barbeques? If you’re... Read More
Medicinal Plant Use in World War II
Posted on14 Jan 2014
I appreciate the opportunity to write as a guest blogger, and in particular, I am glad to share some of my most... Read More
What Is Clove? A Very Stimulating Herb…
Posted on14 Jan 2014
We all know clove is a staple of wintertime recipes, including desserts like ginger snaps and pumpkin pie. Clove is also used... Read More
8 Supportive Herbs for Colds and Flu
Posted on13 Jan 2014
Colds and flu are at its peak right now and it hits hard and fast. While prevention is the best defense, what... Read More
How To Make a Homemade Salve
Posted on09 Jan 2014
In the Online Intermediate Herbal Course, we study plant energetics and their actions. Many of us in the herbal community share a... Read More
Hearty Lentil and Quinoa Stew
Posted on06 Jan 2014
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What better way to stay warm (and healthy) this new year than with a yummy, comforting bowl of vegan soup? This protein... Read More
Three Reasons to Eat Ginger During Wintertime
What is it that pops into our minds when we associate ginger with the wintertime? Perhaps baking gingerbread people and gingerbread houses... Read More
Meditation And The 2013 Winter Solstice
Posted on19 Dec 2013
This article is written by Lena Yakubowski, yoga teacher and communications assistant at the Herbal Academy of New England. This time of... Read More
