Strep, Cold, or Flu?
Knowing which it is may save you a trip to urgent care. Here is a symptom summary to help. STREP THROATStreptococcus pyogenes : bacteria, not… Read More »Strep, Cold, or Flu?
Weighing Benefits of Tinctures vs. Dried Herbs
Weigh the benefits of tincture vs. dried herb to learn what’s best for you.
DIY Elderberry Elixer Gummy Bears
These easy DIY Gummy Bears will give you a shot of healthy goodness made with fresh Elderberry extract. It’s really the only reason you need to make them!
Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad, and The Winning Trifecta
Good news! There are options for natural lovastatin. How purslane, oyster mushroom, and almonds can change cholesterol test results.
When is the best time to take herbal medicine?
Most herbal tinctures or extracts should be taken on a relatively empty stomach, up to 30 minutes before eating or between meals after 2 hours from the last time you ate anything substantial. This will allow for better absorption.
What’s the difference between an adaptogen, tonic, and alterative?
All three of these words are used to describe the actions of an herbacious plant or other types of botanicals when used as a medicinal.… Read More »What’s the difference between an adaptogen, tonic, and alterative?
What should I stock in my medicine cabinet?
Have you ever wondered what might be some of the best herbal remedies to have on hand? Here’s something to keep in mind. Plant-based medicinals… Read More »What should I stock in my medicine cabinet?
A Likable Lichen
Usnea (Usnea lapponcia) is a wispy little lichen that doesn’t look like much. But, in the medical lab it has demonstrated its strength! Usnic acid,… Read More »A Likable Lichen
Reusing Tincture Bottles: Sterilizing vs. Sanitizing
Recycling is a fine way to deal with a number of used tincture bottles. Some of our customers would like to reuse them, or even… Read More »Reusing Tincture Bottles: Sterilizing vs. Sanitizing
What to Do With Packing Peanuts
Do you know about the Peanut Hotline? Some of our customers don’t like getting the packing peanuts we use to ship our glass packaged products… Read More »What to Do With Packing Peanuts
Inflammation Pain: NSAIDs & Steroids vs. Plant-Based Medicine
The long term use of steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is still the mainstay of most classically taught clinicians for joint and spine related inflammatory pain, despite their commonly known side effects.
Trusting Corporate Sold Herbal Products
This is what happens when you buy herbal products from corporate companies that manufacture. We’re all trying to make personal decisions about our healthcare and… Read More »Trusting Corporate Sold Herbal Products