Breath Deep with Cough Reducing Mullein
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is famous for its cough reducing abilities. It works well to reduce different types of coughs in a vast variety of forms.
Dong Quai Calms Painful Periods
Dong quai has been extensively studied as it reduces uterine contractions, inflammation, and pain. For those that struggle with painful periods due to menstrual cramps, this herb is true blessing.
5 Herbs to Soothe Anxiety Before Medical Appointments
In high stress situations like medical procedures, that fight or flight response is a barrier to getting the healthcare you need. These five herbs are trusted sources of nerve-calming goodness.
Rosmarinic Acid in Sage for Sore Throats – How It Works
The rosmarinic acid in sage serves as an antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent.
Sage for Hot Flashes Related to Menopause
Sage is a trusted herb for reducing hot flashes. Western herbalists add sage to menopausal formulas as part of a complete hormone balancing package.
Anti-Microbial Properties of Galangin in Balm of Gilead
Galangin has proven its worth as a stout defense as a broad spectrum antibiotic.
Balm of Gilead as an Antibiotic
Skin infections are very responsive to the antimicrobial compounds in poplar buds. Balm of Gilead’s success lies in its clustered attack on the bacteria group.
Spilanthol in Spilanthes – How It Works
Spilanthes has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and analgesic properties thanks, in part, to the compound spilanthol.
Wildcrafting in Winter – The Shoestring Herbalist
The snow-covered landscape may look barren to the inexperienced herbalist but seasoned plant hunters are busy wildcrafting in winter.
Spilanthes (Toothache Plant) for Pain Control
Topical application tincture of Spilanthes acmella (Toothache Plant) is the fastest acting dental application for inflamed gums. It’s pain numbing (analgesic) properties can be used on other areas of the body as well.
Apple Cider Vinegar for Lowering LDL Cholesterol
Herbal Nerd Society Exclusive Article – Herbalists know that apple cider vinegar deserves its place in the spotlight is its proven effect of reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
Allicin in Garlic – How It Works
Deep within the tissues of the starchy bulb is an enzyme that turns into the well known compound, allicin, when crushed or sliced.