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5 Reasons Herbal Bitters Belong in Every Home
Do you ever feel sluggish or bloated after meals? Or do you ever experience an immediate post-meal blood sugar rollercoaster? You certainly aren’t alone, and there’s a simple overlooked botanical ally that can help—herbal bitters! Bitters are the forgotten flavor, and yet they have the power to transform your health. Not only do they gently…

Can I Become a Certified Herbalist?
If you are reading this article, it is probably because you have a love of herbalism. You may be curious about herbalism as a care...

First Holistic Care Steps to Take After Receiving a Cancer Diagnosis
In Holistic Cancer Care, seasoned medical herbalist Chanchal Cabrera, MSC, FNIMH, RH(AHG), provides an effective framework for app...

Child’s Herbal Apothecary 101: Preparing for Wellness Naturally
Imagine a cozy cabinet or small shelf within your home, filled with jars and tins, each holding the gentle gifts of herbs crafted with care by your own hands with your child in mind. It’s a treasure trove of kid-safe preparations—a place to turn when your precious ones are feeling under the weather or in…

A Parent’s Guide to Finding a Safe and Effective Herbal Dose for Kids
In the quiet, tender moments when a child feels unwell, we wish for a recipe as gentle and nurturing as a parent’s embrace. Many caregivers and parents are drawn to herbs for their natural, nurturing qualities. But, as with anything we give to a child, using herbs requires careful attention, especially when it comes to…

How to Increase Appetite With Herbs, Diet, and Lifestyle
Having a good appetite and being able to relish the experience of eating is a basic sign of health. However, there are a number of...

Herbal Support for Menopause + An Herbal Formula for Dryness
While studying Ayurveda, our teacher emphasized many times that “menopause is not a disease.” Though there are often symptoms ...

Choosing the Right Herbs for a Person or Situation
In her new book, The Herbalist’s Guide: How to Build and Use Your Own Apothecary, Mary Colvin, RH(AHG), offers a detailed exploration of many herbal preparations, including many recipes, monographs, and clinical insights. Mary shares her passion for inspiring herbalists of all stages who dream of establishing a thoughtfully curated apothecary. Exploring the nuances of…

How to Build a Culinary Kitchen for Herbalists
The following excerpt is taken from the book Foraged & Grown by Tara Lanich-LaBrie. Tara takes us on a culinary kitchen journey to reconnect with our body and the natural world with 100 plant-inspired recipes. Foraged and Grown is a herbalist’s culinary kitchen journey through the seasons with recipes that highlight herbal ingredients and share…

Let’s Celebrate These 8 Plants That Are Associated With the Sun
As we slowly transition out of the depths of winter and, if we are fortunate, are blessed with sun-ray glimpses of spring, this ca...