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Star of the Show – Sultry, Spicy Star Anise Tea

Star anise. A beautiful spice. A powerful medicine. It is barely sweet, with a mild licorice taste. A warm herb that expels cold and aids digestion. It supports the immune and respiratory systems and helps prevent coughs, colds and flu. Did you know that star anise is used to make the active ingredient in Tamiflu? It tastes … Continue reading “Star of the Show – Sultry, Spicy Star Anise Tea”

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Back to School: An Herbalist’s Guide to Keeping Your Child Healthy

Constant colds, ear infections, runny noses and stomach bugs don’t have to be an accepted part of going back to school. A healthy body is the best defense against illness and disease and building a strong immune system provides the protection you need to keep the body strong and reduce the risk of infection. A … Continue reading “Back to School: An Herbalist’s Guide to Keeping Your Child Healthy”

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HOW DO I TAKE HERBS? ~ TEA, INFUSION OR TINCTURE?

There are many different ways to prepare and ingest herbs  – hot and cold infusions, suppositories, oxymels, and syrups are some examples.  A few of the most common ways are teas, infusions and alcohol tinctures.  Choosing the best method depends on what condition you are treating and the therapeutic effect you are looking for. Water extracts only the … Continue reading “HOW DO I TAKE HERBS? ~ TEA, INFUSION OR TINCTURE?”

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