DIY Autumn Dandelion Root Tea Tonic by Herbal Academy
  ON October 12,2024

DIY Autumn Dandelion Root Tea Tonic

As the air cools and the leaves turn, autumn calls us to slow down, reflect, and harvest the gifts of the earth. It’s the perfect time to dig deep—literally—and bring nourishing roots into our daily routines. Our bodies naturally crave warmth and sustenance during this season, and what better way to support that than with…

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Refresh Your Summer: Try This Herbal-Infused Slushie Recipe! by Herbal Academy
  ON August 23,2024

Refresh Your Summer: Try This Herbal-Infused Slushie Recipe!

Who needs a summer cool-down treat? This delightful herbal-infused slushie recipe is just the thing you need to beat the heat! Unlike the artificially colored and flavored slushies you may have seen during childhood trips to amusement parks, this frozen treat is made of botanical ingredients that delight the senses and benefit the body and…

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Green Pea Hummus Recipe with Fresh Mint by Herbal Academy
  ON August 16,2024

Green Pea Hummus Recipe with Fresh Mint

Many of us appreciate the satisfying and versatile nature of a good hummus. Great on sandwiches, pita bread, and crackers, hummus is also a fabulous topping on veggies, and adds an extra kick of protein to a variety of savory dishes and spreads. As a fun variation on chickpeas, this hummus recipe mixes it up…

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Herbal Support for Menopause + An Herbal Formula for Dryness by Herbal Academy
  ON June 28,2024

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 associated with the transition from the menstruating years to menopause, menopause is a natural biological process and is simply part of the normal life cycle. Some individuals are fortunate enough to experience a relatively symptom-free menopause….

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DIY Herbal Sore Throat Gargle by Herbal Academy
  ON February 21,2024

DIY Herbal Sore Throat Gargle

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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  ON June 26,2023

Strawberry-Thyme Shortcake Recipe With Whipped Crème Fraîche

The following Strawberry-Thyme Shortcake recipe excerpt is eprinted with permission from The Prairie Kitchen Cookbook by Kayla Lobermeier. Page Street Publishing Co. 2023. Photo credit: Kayla Lobermeier. Kayla Lobermeier is the creator of Under A Tin Roof, an organization focused on gardening, preserving, and cooking food with real ingredients. Kayla has been featured in Willow and…

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  ON June 16,2023

Delicious Elderberry and Blueberry Jam With No Pectin

Who’s ready for a burst of berry botanical flavor? Warmer days call for a special picnic companion—homemade jam. You can spread this blueberry and elderberry jam on toast, crackers, bagels, or waffles—the possibilities are infinite. What’s even better than a homemade jam? One that you can make without needing pectin, and one that is free…

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  ON May 23,2023

How to Make A Wildflower Cordial

Blooms and bubbles–a delightful spring experience awaits you via the fascinating method of fermentation. Wildflowers (or garden flowers!) and their accompanying unique wild yeasts are submerged into a bath of sugar water and, with a bit of time, the magic of fermentation yields a fizzy, delicious refreshment, perfect for sipping on the porch. Let’s make…

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  ON May 19,2023

Homemade Crackers With Scallions and Black Mustard Seeds

Until a couple of months ago, I never thought to make homemade crackers. Crackers were one of those things that I only enjoyed when store-bought. However, making crackers in your own kitchen is surprisingly easy and fun—also, you can get creative with the ingredients and you always know exactly what goes into your savory snacks….

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