Herbal Healing
Back to basics we go! Mother Earth in her infinite wisdom has offered us, her children, a plethora of healing options within her plant kingdom. While it’s best to consult a trained clinical herbalist for guidance with larger issues, a great many herbs are simple to obtain and utilize for everyday needs. Always do your research and due diligence before loading up with anything unknown to you of course, and be aware of any allergies you may have to types of plants and pollens.
Dandelions are an amazing plants that is very safe, and very easy to find growing fresh. As long as the area hasn’t been sprayed with any herbicides, it will be safe for consumption. All parts of the dandelion is edible and very nourishing. Leaves are a great bitters for stomachache and a mineral rich salad addition, roots can be eaten raw or boiled into a tea for cleansing of the blood and liver. This is just one example of easy and safe plants to cozy up to today!
Resources & Education
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Herbal wholesaler with a ton of integrity and heart. Mountain Rose Herbs is a wealth of information as well as a beautifully presented online catalogue of organic bulk herbs, culinary spices and carrier oils and butters. Have Fun exploring!
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Earth Mama extraordinaire, Susun Weed has a depth of knowledge and available information to guide you through your herbal walk. Author of many books, teacher of healers, and spiritually connected, Susun’s style is extremely accessible, and comforting.
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Noted herbalist Dr. Christopher has left quite a legacy with his insightful formulas and preparations. Find his information here.
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Celebrated herbal teacher Rosemary Gladstar has a beautiful website full of support for learning if you are looking to dive deeper into herbal healing studies. The Science & Art of Herbalism
