by JoniS | Jan 7, 2020 | Herbs
Dandelions are best known as a weed with bright yellow flowers that takes over beautiful, green lawns. Children love to blow its mature seeds into the wind, which spreads the plants over large areas. Herbalists know that dandelions have many useful nutritive and...
by JoniS | Aug 6, 2019 | Herbs
Chickweed is a common yard weed that is very full of nutrients. It is often put in salad mixes. In the past, chickweed has been used both for food and as a traditional herbal medicine. Personal Story I have only eaten chickweed in a store-bought salad mix. I’d like to...
by JoniS | Apr 22, 2019 | Calendula, Herbs
Calendula is an herb that is good for skin health. It is supported by clinical trials for the treatment of burns. Making calendula salve is an easy way to use calendula for skin conditions. Personal Story I have made calendula salve. It works great on skin wounds or...
by JoniS | Mar 12, 2019 | Herbs
An aloe vera plant contains a far greater concentrations of mucilage than is typically found in most plants. Mucilage is a gooey, slippery, sticky substance that relieves dryness, lubricates tissues, and helps irritated areas of the body. With some safety limitations,...
by JoniS | Jan 29, 2019 | Herbs
White oak bark is an herb that is astringent. Astringents tighten loose body tissue. White oak bark is used topically for hemorrhoids, varicose veins, and postpartum perineal care. Families can learn the medical uses, methods of application, and who can safely use...
by JoniS | Dec 17, 2018 | Herbs
Blog 99 Valerian Valerian is an herb that aids a woman in getting to sleep and having a deep relaxing sleep. Valerian has medical uses supported by clinical studies, traditional uses, and has a well-known safety record. Personal Story Valerian is an herb that I take...
