Holy basil aka Tulsi is a silently powerful leafy green. This great herb can reduce stress, slow aging, reduce inflammation, and help with depression.

Herbal energetics is a system where certain herbs correspond to specific universal forces like the four elements. Just like in other energetic systems in other cultures, the Four Elements all have specific counterparts.

The beauty of herbs and flowers is that there are many ways to extract their goodness. Infusions and decoctions are often portrayed as a type of herbal tea, but that is not completely true.

When it comes to using herbs for healing, we often think of teas or tinctures that make use of various roots, bark, stems, flowers, leaves, or seeds. But we tend to forget about the many benefits of a herbal poultice. A poultice is a simple herbal remedy that’s been used for various conditions since ancient times.

There is never a bad time to show your liver a little extra love and help to support it in doing its job effectively. Although there is no way to “detox the liver” as such because it is always detoxing every minute of the day, there are ways to improve its function and efficiency by supporting its specific detoxification pathways while reducing the load and stress you put on it.

Fortunately, high cholesterol levels can be reduced by making a few small changes like exercising more and following a balanced diet that includes some of these herbal remedies.

The key to sustainable foraging is education and respect. If we know what we’re picking and how to use it, and we have respect for nature, there is no way that foraging can’t be sustainable. Foraging is beautiful because it reminds us of our connection and dependence on nature.

Your deadlines are having a party on your calendar, your car broke down, your cat is sick, and oh, you’ve run out of milk – hello stress! But before you run away and hide in bed with a tub of chocolate ice cream (although that sounds somewhat glorious), there is another way to cope – welcome adaptogens.

A women’s body is an incredible thing, and it is designed to adapt to many changes over the years. However, menopause, as natural as it is, can be frustrating and challenging to deal with.

A sip of herbal tea or a few drops of tincture can be all you need to inspire a lifelong pursuit of herbalism. The plant world is powerful, and we can reap its benefits in so many different ways. One of those ways includes tinctures. This method of preparation is one of the oldest, created thousands of years ago, and is still used by herbalists all over the world today.

If you are just beginning your voyage into the wild world of herbalism, choosing the right tools can seem like a daunting task! The good news is most of the basic tools you will need can be borrowed from your kitchen

Whether you are a master herbalist or just a herb aficionado, keeping track of herbal terms can be slightly overwhelming. It’s helpful to always have a simple cheat sheet handy, so while you sip on your cup of herbal tea or admire your new herb garden, here is an A-Z list of the basic herbalist terms to know!

What does skincare mean to you? For most of us, the first thing we think of is all the ways we can care for our skin from the outside – masks, serums, moisturizers, exfoliants, and facials. But there is a lot more that goes into looking after our skin than just the products we use.

What does skincare mean to you? For most of us, the first thing we think of is all the ways we can care for our skin from the outside – masks, serums, moisturizers, exfoliants, and facials. But there is a lot more that goes into looking after our skin than just the products we use.

When we have a headache or backache, our first impulse is to reach for a pill. However, pharmaceutical drugs are not the only path to pain relief. There are many natural ways to combat pain and inflammation.  

Adding a few herbs and natural remedies to our regimen may help ease any discomfort we are feeling, especially when combined with a good diet, exercise, and relaxation techniques (you have permission to treat yourself to that massage).  

Our dogs are a lot more sensitive to scents than we may be. What we believe to be a subtle fragrance may actually be overwhelming and even harmful to your pooch.

Many people who struggle with anxiety turn to herbal remedies over traditional medication. The need for effective, natural supplements to ease the symptoms of anxiety is greater than ever.