Candace Hunter | The Practical Herbalist

Rose Geranium Essential Oil for Emotional and Physical Healing

Posted by Candace Hunter | Herbal Encyclopedia, Learn |

I love working with Geranium essential oil, although I am sensitive. For me, Geranium can...

Adaptogen Resources: Home Remedies for Stress Relief

Posted by Candace Hunter | Herb of the Month, Herbal Nerd Society |

Adaptogens are a class of herbs that help us adapt to stress. Not all Herbalists agree on what makes an adaptogen. Some of us consider herbs that help any system of the body establish and maintain balance to be adaptogen in nature.

Formulating Home Remedies with Rhodiola rosea Roseroot

Posted by Candace Hunter | Formulation |

Rhodiola rosea has been in use for centuries, yet it’s a relative new-comer to modern herbal practice in the Western world. Although it’s new to many of us, Rhodiola’s entrance into modern practice could not be more well-timed.

Insomnia: Natural Remedies for a Good Night’s Sleep

Posted by Candace Hunter | Daily Life, The Family Herbalist |

Insomnia is one of those problems I had all of two times in my life…until The change came...

Rose Magic for Finding Your Heart Again

Posted by Candace Hunter | The Family Herbalist |

Some days, I must remind myself of the gentle strength of the plants right outside my door. The...

Rhodiola rosea Energetics: TCM, Ayurveda, Western Herbalism

Posted by Candace Hunter | Energetics |

Stout, sunny, and strong, Rhodiola rosea or Roseroot is a steadfast friend through cold, dark...

Rhodiola rosea Herbal Home Remedy for Stress Relief

Posted by Candace Hunter | Herb of the Month |

Rhodiola has been used to help the body to adapt to a variety of stressors. It helps boost circulation to the brain, offering the brain tissues increased oxygen that helps improve the action of neurotransmitters and boost brain function.