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Herbal Medicine Making - Using Different Menstruums for Extraction
First to define the word Menstruum. From the Merriam-Webster dictionary: "a substance that dissolves a solid or holds it in suspension". Menstruums used in herbal medicine include ethyl alcohol (in varying strengths), isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol), glycerine (for those who prefer not to use alcohol or for some…
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Show 125: Monarda and Pizza
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Herbal definitions
Is there a post somewhere on the Grow Network to get a definition of some of the herbal terms? Such as vulnerary, adaptogen and so on. Thank you in advance for your help.
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I'm Doing the 30-Day Milky Oats Challenge! (My Results So Far)
Okay, in an effort to experience the general restorative, wellness-inducing, and body-strengthening properties of oat tops harvested in the milky stage and Equisetum hyemale, I have started doing the "30-Day Milky Oats Challenge." My first day was Friday, February 11. Here is my method: I am using nourishing infusions --…
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Show 134: Rosemary and dandelions greens (medicine and food)
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Not enough thyme
While pulling out thyme in my refrigerator and thinking of all the thyme I am planting in the garden, I seriously thought “I never have enough thyme”. Then I realized what I just said ;)
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I facilitated my 1st herbal workshop
Last year I became involved with a group of like minds from my local area, in the very real hope of getting a community garden off the ground. We’ve formed a committee, have insurance & all paperwork sorted. We don’t have a site for our garden yet but in the mean time, we have held regular events to keep focused &…
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Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guide
My new book!
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Show 132: Big Announcements!
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black pepper and turmeric
I was listening to a webinar today. I don't remember the name of the "expert" but they said something I'm curious if anyone here can collaborate. They were talking about using black pepper with turmeric and how most people think it increases the bioavailability of the turmeric (I'd include myself in that category) but if…
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Calendula Infused Oil: Kami McBride Method, Apr. 27-May 4? 2023
This is a fast & easy way to make a pretty much no fail, high potency oil. Get your blender out!
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Show 131: Rhodiola, fermented ketchup/catsup and herbed wines from Apicius
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Questions on how to choose the right alternative medicine
I am having trouble figuring out out to get the information from my husband in order to help choose the right herbs or homeopathic remedies to help him. They have him on some high blood pressure medicines that have some pretty nasty side effects. The least offensive of which has left his toes tingling, a dry cough, severe…
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Show 130: Potentilla, YARFAS and How to Deep Fry Seafood the Right Way!
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Show 129: Parsley, Pork, Beans and Poke Salat
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Tumeric powder from fresh roots
Hi What is the best way to powder fresh tumeric roots? Some mention to boil it first. Does that destroy the nutrients? Oven vs sundried? Thanks. Saroj
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Show 128: Barberry, Corn, Ramps and Hostas
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Spring tonics - from the Almanac
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Show 126: Motherwort, Mac and Cheese, History, Money and Masculinity
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Show 124: Medicinal and Culinary Mints, Plus Some Seafood Recipes
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The FDA is at it AGAIN!
I received an email from Ana Maria Vasquez with the below - I never thought I'd live in such a strange time where the natural & holistic methods I use to keep myself and my animals healthy could be taken away. Concern for the ability to access homeopathic remedies easily and freely continues. We've seen this in other…
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Use for onions
OK, first post here and I figured if anyone would know this, yall would. Last flu season I made a syrup with a white onion and sugar. I am horrible at writing ANYTHING down so I dont remember if there was a ratio to it. Best I remember I dropped half an onion in a jar with a couple table spoons of white sugar. Let it set…
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Turmeric Tincture - Update
I've never made a turmeric tincture before. My husband isn't very good about taking the proper dose of a tincture. He takes a squirt of whatever goes into the dropper without measuring. So he has been using capsules. However, the last time I looked in the health food store, they had increased in price dramatically. I know…
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Cottonwood buds
The electric company is cutting down a huge cottonwood tree in my neighbor's yard. It's just a couple of feet from MY yard, and they're working from my yard. I mourn the big tree. But I'm hoping I can harvest a bunch of cottonwood buds to make medicine. I know they'll haul off the limbs and brush but they can't get them…
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Christian Herbal Medicine: Paracelsus - The Rebel
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Show 123: Milk Thistle, New Videos and the truth finally comes out
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Show 122: The Mallow family of herbs and Green Pork Chili
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Show 121: Licorice, Chili, Mike Oehler and Green Woodworking
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The Herbs of Saint Hildegard
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Show 120: Lemon Verbena and Cream Soups
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Free Tincture Making Series - February 2023
The lovely folks at the Herbal Academy are offering a set of 6 videos on tincture making starting next week. Sign up here for their newsletters (if you aren't already on their list) and you will get a notification every time a new video is posted:…
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Distilling an essential oil/hydrosol
If you've wondered about using a still to make an essential oil, here is a good video explaining the process. I'd love to get one, but the price is high. The best ones are reported to come from Turkey and a couple other countries. This one is made in Ukraine. You want one that is well made with no lead content. It seems…
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Willow Bark as aspirin
Do you want to make your own aspirin?
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Show 119: Lemon Balm and Potato Soup
