Herbal Academy Student Feature: Jess Madsen @the.wildcraft
For the fourteenth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with Jess Madsen (@the.wildcraft). Jess has completed Herbal Academy’s Introductory Course. […]
Pain-be-Gone Valerian Cordial with Willow
Posted on06 Aug 2021
This Pain-be-Gone Valerian Cordial is the answer to what to do with valerian root. Valerian officinalis is known for soothing, relaxant properties […]
Herbal Academy Student Feature: Nana Meriwether (@drinkcale)
Posted on30 Jul 2021
For the thirteenth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with Nana Meriwether (@drinkcale). Nana has completed Herbal Academy’s The Craft […]
How to Use Dye Plants: Plant Projects for the Home
Posted on29 Jul 2021
This book excerpt is taken from A Woman’s Garden: Grow Beautiful Plants and Make Useful Things – Plants and Projects for Home, Health, […]
Tissue-Soothing Mouthwash for Cancer Care Support
Posted on14 Jul 2021
Many of us associate cancer care treatment with some truly debilitating side effects, and it can be overwhelming and frightening to look […]
Herbal Academy Student Feature: Erin Ethier (@earthlyremediesbyerin)
Posted on11 Jun 2021
For the twelfth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with herbalist Erin Ethier (@EarthlyRemediesByErin). Erin has completed the Herbal Academy’s […]
Rose and Vanilla Honey Recipe
Posted on07 Jun 2021
Rose and vanilla honey is a wonderful gift idea for someone you love. Containing ingredients known for their association with romance and […]
Herbal Academy Student Feature: Kendra Payne @the.herbal.scoop
For the eleventh installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with herbalist Kendra Payne (@the.herbal.scoop). Kendra writes for the Herbal Academy […]
How to Source Sustainable Seaweed
Posted on19 May 2021
Seaweed has been farmed in Japan since at least the 17th century (“Seaweed Farming”, n.d.), when farmers cast bamboo branches into shallow waters where […]
All-Natural Pest Control Treatments
Posted on15 May 2021
This excerpt is from Tammi Hartung’s book Homegrown Herbs and is reprinted with permission from the publisher. There are numerous methods for […]
Love Your Liver Herbal Tincture
Posted on11 May 2021
Urban dwellers should consider an herbal liver tincture as part of their daily routine. When living in an environment where air quality, […]
A Floral Craft Project to Celebrate Herbalist Day
Posted on08 Apr 2021
Herbalist Day is right around the corner (April 17!), and it’s the perfect opportunity to thank the herbalists in your life for […]
Herbal Academy Student Feature: Eduardo Yunen (@eyunen)
For the tenth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with herbalist Eduardo Yunen (@edyunen). Eduardo completed the Herbal Academy’s Clinical […]
Student Feature Series: Caitlin Frazier @TheLocustsandHoney
For the ninth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with herbalist Caitlin Frazier (@TheLocustsandHoney). She completed the Herbal Academy’s Clinical […]
Pain-Be-Gone: Try This Meadowsweet Tea with Rose
Posted on19 Mar 2021
This meadowsweet tea recipe offers a chance to calm the mind and gently soothe aches and pains while hydrating the body. A […]
Homemade Vanilla Extract
Posted on14 Mar 2021
Homemade vanilla extract is worlds apart from the generic imitation vanilla typically found at big box stores. Mmm…vanilla. Its sweet, perfumed aroma […]
Book Excerpt: Sustainable Herbs Project
This excerpt is from Ann Armbrecht’s new book The Business of Botanicals: Exploring the Healing Promise of Plant Medicines in a Global […]
Student Feature Series: Chelsea Stephens (@wildflowerandtherose)
For the eighth installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with herbalist and herbal hair color specialist Chelsea Stephens. Chelsea has […]
Damiana and Vanilla Cordial
Posted on07 Feb 2021
Homemade vanilla cordial with damiana is a lovely introduction to using vanilla as a home herbal. While used widely as a flavoring […]
Mugwort Benefits & An Herbal Liniment Recipe
Posted on25 Jan 2021
Many people think of mugwort as an herb for sleep and dream support, however, there are many mugwort benefits beyond sleeping and […]
Mugwort Dream Pillow for Natural Sleep Aid
Everybody wants to have good dreams, so what about combining good dreams with a natural sleep aid? Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) has been […]
Student Feature: Katie Woods @ritual_skincare
Posted on13 Jan 2021
For the seventh installment of our Student Feature Series, we spoke with holistic esthetician and massage therapist Katie Woods. Katie is enrolled […]
Evergreen Forest Bath Salts Recipe with Juniper and Pine
Posted on02 Jan 2021
As we head into the new year, winter has deeply enveloped many parts of the country. Most plants and animals are dormant […]
Mushroom Immunity Broth with Astragalus and Calendula
Posted on30 Dec 2020
Tagsastragalus, broth, calendula, dandelion, ginger, immunity, immunity broth, mushroom, nettle, soup recipes
Make your own mushroom immunity broth by blending nutrient-rich mushrooms with herbs that are well-known for their positive effect on the immune […]
After-Dinner Tea Recipe: Chamomile, Fennel, and Orange
Posted on28 Dec 2020
‘Tis the season for digestive problems and the perfect time to try making your own fennel tea with chamomile, orange, and bee […]
Spiced Apple Cider Recipe with Orange, Ginger, and Cinnamon
We like to keep mulled cider warming away on the stove or in a slow cooker regularly during the winter months. The […]
Cranberry Hot Toddy Recipe with Clove, Cinnamon, and Ginger
Hot toddy recipes are wonderful additions to your winter herbal cocktail lineup. Whether you are planning a holiday party video call this […]
Chai-Spiced Apple Cider Mocktail Recipe
Posted on26 Dec 2020
The flavor of chai is as festive as festive comes. This particular apple cider mocktail is a great make-ahead recipe if you’re […]
Winter Herbal Cocktails to Toast the New Year
Posted on26 Dec 2020
What a year it was! With the ups, downs, twists, and turns of the last 12 months, we’re approaching 2021 head on […]
Pine Needle Gimlet Recipe
The addition of a conifer simple syrup to any beverage adds a level of richness and earthiness to the recipe. The pine […]
