Hawthorn for the Heart OPCs – How It Works
Hawthorn (Crataegus species) has a bounty of active constituents to help heal the circulatory system. Among the list of antioxidants is an abundance of oligomeric procyanidins (OPCs). The scientific community has been enthused about this compound as it has anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and vasodilatory properties. To be more precise, OPCs are a group of related compounds […]
118.2nd Annual Book Lover’s Review
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is the time for rest and introspection. We herbalists sorely need a break from the activity of fall’s harvest and root digging. Instead, we are spending this season digging into a good book. Today, we’re talking about our favorite books for rest, introspection, and herbal inspiration.
Hawthorn: Energetic Properties and Use
Hawthorn berry, or Haw, is often included in Western herbal formulas for heart and circulatory conditions. When I first started working with Hawthorn, one of my teachers described it as an adaptogen. Back then, the term adaptogen described an herb that helped the body to balance or normalize it’s systems…any system. Western herbalists have been […]
117.Herb Lab – Beauty from the Desert with Christina Sanchez
The Practical Herbalist® team’s interview with Christina Sanchez – cosmetologist, herbalist, and founder of Every Leaf Speaks prompted them to create more skin care products. Although this topic is not a specialty for any of the crew, they stepped out of their comfort zone to explore the world of beauty care.
Pie Crust Recipe
by Sue’s Beloved Aunt Patty This is the tastiest and easiest pie crust recipe I have ever used. I got the recipe from my mom who credited it to her sister, Patty as its creator. I have been using this recipe for pies since 1982 and it has never failed me. Thanks Aunt Patty! It […]
Hawthorn for a Broken Heart: Family Herbalism for the Soul
A few years ago, my best friend of 12 years passed on. She had been my constant companion, confidant, and biggest supporter, loving me unconditionally even when I made mistakes. Her passing came as a huge shock; she’d been in apparent good health despite her advanced age. Her name was Buttercup, and she was a […]
116.Beauty from the Desert with Christina Sanchez
Beauty began with the plants. Although our current culture may not knowingly tap into the plant wisdom Cleopatra drew upon to create her legendary allure, the plants most certainly have not given up on us.
Hawthorn Calms Blood Pressure: A Clinical Memory
Grant came back every week to get his blood pressure checked. We made suggestions for further changes which included diet and exercise which would improve his health. As he saw his blood pressure numbers slowly lower, Grant started making his own suggestions. He was feeling better.
115.Herb Lab – Pumpkin Spice – Level Up a Seasonal Favorite
Pumpkin Spice may be delicious but it is also very healing. Each of the traditional spices in this blend can stand on its own as herbal medicine with a long history of healing around the globe. Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove and allspice warm and tonify in their unique way.
Let’s Talk Series: Yeasties and Beasties with Thomas Easley
Even in First World nations, creepy-crawlies can invade our bodies. Bacteria, Fungus, and Worms are more common than we’d like to admit. In this Let’s Talk, Thomas Easley shares with us a couple of his tips and tricks plus a couple of herbal antiseptic recipes for dealing with when things go wrong.
114.Pumpkin Spice – Level Up a Seasonal Favorite
Listen to the newest Episodes of Real Herbalism Radio here: Our Website | iHeartradio | Spotify | Alexa Flash | Pippa | Itunes | Stitcher Whether you are on Iphone, Android, or your laptop we have you covered. Pumpkin Spice may be delicious but it is also very healing. Each of the traditional spices in this blend can stand on its own as herbal medicine with a […]
Pumpkin Spice Soup: Curry-style Blended Soup for Fall
Fall is the time for Pumpkin Spice. Most of the spicy treats you’ll see are sweet takes on this popular blend of cinnamon, ginger, clove, and nutmeg. This soup, however, is a far more savory affair strongly influenced by the techniques of Indian cooking. Pumpkins are by nature quite bland. They make a good backdrop […]