Herbal Blog – by Herbal Academy https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/ Herbal Academy Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:01:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 Let’s Celebrate These 8 Plants That Are Associated With the Sun https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/plants-associated-with-the-sun/ Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:35:09 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1050381 As we slowly transition out of the depths of winter and, if we are fortunate, are blessed with sun-ray glimpses of spring, this can be an excellent time to celebrate plants associated with the Sun. If you are familiar with herbal systems that place a strong emphasis on the energetics of herbs, such as Ayurveda...

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Better for Your Health: How to Leave Out the White Sugar and Use Alternative Sweeteners in Food and Herbal Preparations https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/alternative-sweeteners/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:58:07 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1049158 The sweet flavor is a coveted one by humans, and for good reason. Throughout our history as a species, we have spent a great amount of time locating food sources. Whenever we stumbled upon juicy fruits or sweet tuberous roots, these foods equaled not only a delicious find but also our survival. The sweet flavor...

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An Easy Ginger and Pomegranate Syrup Recipe for Both Sweet and Savory Dishes https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/pomegranate-syrup-recipe/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:04:43 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1048107 In the fruits of antiquity through to today’s produce sections, there exists a singular food bearing a reddish-yellow peel and gem-like seeds – the pomegranate (Punica granatum). This cherished plant transcends mere taste. Though its sweet, sour, and astringent nature is a delightful treat, pomegranate has played a larger role than just a simple food...

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DIY Herbal Sore Throat Gargle https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/diy-herbal-sore-throat-gargle/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:27:20 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1047418 I have always been prone to respiratory infections so for me it’s not a question of if, but when I eventually come down with one of the many respiratory infections that get passed around this time of year. Now is the time to strategize. The worst part for me is always the sore throat, and...

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The Practice of Spiritual Herbalism and How It Relates to Sexual Health https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/spiritual-herbalism/ Thu, 08 Feb 2024 18:14:32 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1046010 In The Art & Practice of Spiritual Herbalism: Transform, Heal, and Remember with the Power of Plants and Ancestral Medicine, Karen M. Rose explores cultural traditions of heart-based herbalism. Offering a perspective informed by tradition, science, and spirit, Karen discusses each system of the body through a transformational lens. Karen draws on the wisdom of...

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Handmade Cards With Plantable Seed Paper https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/plantable-seed-paper/ Sat, 03 Feb 2024 03:28:57 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1045384 Elevate your homemade cards with a touch of nature by crafting them with homemade seed paper—a plantable gift that keeps on giving! The seed paper can also be turned into charming gift tags, adding a delightful and eco-friendly touch to your expressions of love. Plantable seed paper is a creative and eco-friendly way to send...

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How to Use Aromatherapy for Olfaction Support in the Emotional Sphere + 3 Essential Oil Recipes to Support Your Emotions https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/aromatherapy-for-olfaction/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:06:45 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1037809 There are times in our lives when our emotions may become overwhelming, and we may turn to pharmaceuticals and other forms of care such as psychotherapy and lifestyle interventions in addition to our plant allies to help us rebalance. But for day-to-day ups and downs or seasonal emotional swings, olfaction using our precious essential oils,...

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Herbal Academy Student Feature: Natalya King (@bodylovebytal) https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/natalya-king/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:21:07 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1035908 In this installment of our Student Feature series, we interviewed Natalya King (@bodylovebytal), graduate of Herbal Academy’s Advanced Herbal Course, Intermediate Herbal Course, Introductory Herbal Course, and Tincture Making 101. Natalya is the owner and founder of BodyLove by Tal in Parker, Colorado. BodyLove by Tal is a flourishing herbal and skincare brand that offers...

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5 Herbs for Mental Health Support https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/mental-health-support/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:25:30 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1029250 It’s that time of year again. The seasons are shifting, and while we savor the beauty of changing seasons, some also mourn the end of warm weather as the clouds roll in and the cooler weather settles. Many people struggle with mental health issues, and oftentimes these feelings can seem amplified in the wintertime. Note:...

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Make a Fermented Pine Needle Soda That is Bursting With Winter Flavors https://theherbalacademy.com/blog/pine-needle-soda/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:20:09 +0000 https://theherbalacademy.com/?p=1028362 Not just any soda! This pine needle soda recipe makes a delightful drink that is bursting with winter flavors: pine, ginger, and citrus, as well as aromatic herbs, which really shine during this cold season. Making your own soda at home can seem a little overwhelming or advanced at first—maybe you’ve heard stories of over-fermented...

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