Not surprisingly in the year of a global pandemic, there is recent increased interest elderberry syrup for flu season (and any infectious disease). In fact, recently a friend inquired about where she might find a reputable source of elderberries as she intended to make her own syrup. Her inquiry inspired me to write about elderberries, … Read more
Being an introvert by nature who also loves to garden, staying home is natural for me this time of year. Still, I know this is a challenging time for many. As such, I’d like to offer the following fun herbal activities at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Start an Herb Garden At the onset of … Read more
Every year around this time my lawn becomes awash in violets. To some, these lovely little plants are weeds – the bane of a homeowner’s pristine-lawn-loving existence. To me, they’re an opportunity to behold nature’s beauty – and to make violet jelly! As an herbalist, I need to share that the sweet violet (Viola odorata) … Read more
Herb balls are a convenient, tasty method to “take your medicine”. Fun and easy to make, they are infinitely customizable to suit your particular tastes and health needs. Read on for suggested combinations of herb powders that can be made into balls to support a number of health issues. Refer to my latest Ask The … Read more