Devil’s Claw
Devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a flowering shrub represented by its fearsome-looking hook-like fruits that resemble a claw. These claws or pods are notorious hitchhikers that can cling to clothing…
Marjoram
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is an aromatic herb that symbolizes happiness and is believed to ward off evil spirits. Sweet marjoram, or knotted marjoram as it is known, is cultivated particularly…
DIY Skin Soothing Chickweed and Vinegar Bath for Rashes
Here's a simple DIY Chickweed and Apple Cider Vinegar bath recipe for soothing itching, redness, irritation, rashes, and more. Whether you suffer from chronic skin rashes or conditions such as…
Yerba Santa
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) is a native California and Oregon medicinal plant with a Spanish name that means “sacred herb.” The plant earned its name for its potency in healing…
10 Herbal Remedies to Delay Aging
Who doesn't want to look and feel young forever? The desire to maintain a youthful appearance has inspired several cosmetic procedures that include Botox, facelifts, and even placenta facials. While…
Best Herbs and Foods to Fight Adrenal Fatigue
Are you feeling tired, stressed, suffering from anxiety, and/or craving sugar? Then you may have adrenal fatigue. While you may be shaking your head and going yes I am feeling…
What You Can Forage In The Dead Of Winter
Winter is a magical time of year. Nature grows quiet and cozying up to a warm fire is particularly inviting. While falling into a peaceful hibernation routine is normal, it…
Lemongrass
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), or fever grass, is an aromatic and tropical island plant of the Poaceae family. It is also alternatively known as Malabar grass, Cochin grass, or barbed-wire grass.…
Willow
Willow (Salix), also known as osiers, is a large genus of plants that holds about 400 species of deciduous trees and shrubs. The name Salix may have early Celtic origins…
20 Benefits and Uses of Pine Pollen
Pine pollen is one of those under-appreciated substances that rarely get the recognition it deserves in the holistic space. While we know that pine pollen has been used by our…