Rose Geranium Essential Oil for Emotional and Physical Healing
I love working with Geranium essential oil, although I am sensitive. For me, Geranium can...
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Chemistry
Withanolides in Ashwagandha: How it Works
The key, as far as modern science is concerned, may lay within a chemical structure known as Withanolides. Ashwagandha roots and berries are filled with withanolides.. Traditionally, both have been used as daily tonics, but Ashwagandha roots have always been considered the primary source for good Ashwagandha medicine. Modern researchers have backed this wisdom by showing that Ashwagandha roots, as opposed to the berries or any other part of the plant, contain a very high percentage of withanolides.
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Energetics
Rhodiola rosea Energetics: TCM, Ayurveda, Western Herbalism
Stout, sunny, and strong, Rhodiola rosea or Roseroot is a steadfast friend through cold, dark...
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Formulation
Grasp the Basics of Formulation to Make The Best Herbal Remedies
When you realize that formulation is actually part-science, part-mathematics, and part-art the whole process becomes far more experimental and playful. Just like constructing a sonnet, having a set of rules or guidelines to get you started is helpful.
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Herbal Nerd Society, Meet the Herbalist
Fava Bean Magic, History, & How-to Process Favas, aka Broad Beans
Fava Medicine doesn't come easily. It's a lot of work getting to the edible heart of the bean, but in my opinion, it's worth it. Fava bean medicine, like the plant, is about endurance and the sweet taste of hope rewarded.
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Let's Talk Series
Yerba Santa for Asthma with Christina Sanchez a Let’s Talk Series
Herbalist and desert eco-system defender, Christina Sanchez, walks us through techniques that utilize a potent anti-asthmatic herb Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum).