Blog 117 Calendula

Blog 117 Calendula

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...
Blog 111 Aloe Vera

Blog 111 Aloe Vera

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,...
Blog 105 White Oak Bark

Blog 105 White Oak Bark

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...
Blog 99 Valerian

Blog 99 Valerian

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...
Blog 93 Crampbark

Blog 93 Crampbark

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...
Blog 87 Marvelous Mullein

Blog 87 Marvelous Mullein

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...