by JoniS | Nov 5, 2018 | Herbs
Crampbark is an herb that Native Americans used medicinally for reducing swollen glands and treating eye disorders, fluid retention, and mumps. Historically, it helps spasmodic uterine pains, expulsive pains, and pain in the back and thighs. It relaxes cramping and...
by JoniS | Sep 24, 2018 | Herbs
Mullein is a herb that is useful for calming irritation or inflammation. The leaves are used to make herbal remedies. Native Americans used the leaf mostly externally. Depending on the person’s needs, a practitioner could consider Mullein formulations for upper...
by JoniS | Aug 13, 2018 | Herbs
Hawthorne is known as an herb that is beneficial for the heart. The berries, flowers, and leaves are used to nourish and fortify the heart and its arteries. As a result, the heart muscle may be able to work more effect or begin to heal itself. Personal Story While I...
by JoniS | Jul 2, 2018 | Herbs
American Indians used corn silk as a remedy for bladder infection. Today, corn silk remedies are still used for the same traditional conditions. Personal Story I have shucked many ears of corn since my childhood. We had fun playing with the corn silk, but I had no...
by JoniS | May 21, 2018 | Herbs
Blog 69: Lavender Is a Lovely Herb Lavender is a beautiful flower with a lovely scent. It has many uses as herbal medicine, in body care products, and around the home. Personal Story Lavender is one of my personal favorite herbs. I love the way it helps me relax after...
by JoniS | Apr 9, 2018 | Herbs
When I am describing the herbal remedy “marshmallow”, I’m not talking about the sugary marshmallows roasted for S’mores. According to history, marshmallow root was once used to make the sugary convection. Gelatin has now replaced the root in the modern version. If you...
