Holy Basil (Tulsi) as an Adaptogen
The term adaptogen is a holistic term that refers to an herb that helps the body recover from stress by supporting metabolic functions. Tulsi/holy basil has this covered.
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Mullein Energetics with Christina Sanchez
Candace and Christina Sanchez talk about using Mullein for Asthma, spinal injury, digestion, urinary tract health, and respiratory health. They cover the basic energetics of Mullein, aka Verbascum thapsus,
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Antimicrobial Properties of Mullein and Other Verbascum Species
Verbascum species like mullein have a multitude of chemical compounds that work together to defeat invading microbes like bacteria and yeasts.
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This is Mullein, Verbascum thapsus
Mullein, aka Verbascum thapsus, has long been a favorite respiratory remedy herb. This fuzzy biennial grows happily in sunny places, often along roadsides and in ditches or on the edges of fields where the soil has been disturbed repeatedly. Mullein's ready to take up residence in the lawn or garden, too. Pretty much, where ever [...]
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Mucilage in Mullein for Dry Coughs – How It Works
Mucilage is slime. The mucilage in mullein works in a variety of ways. It coats and soothes dry, chronic coughs.
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Warrior’s Plume, Pedicularis Densiflora, for Anxiety and Stress
Pedicularis densiflora (Warrior’s Plume) is known for her uses as a powerful skeletal muscle relaxant, as well as her support in treating anxiety, nerve pain, tension, and insomnia.
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Breath Deep with Cough Reducing Mullein
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is famous for its cough reducing abilities. It works well to reduce different types of coughs in a vast variety of forms.
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Angelica Energetics: TCM, Ayurveda, Traditional Western Herbalism
Herbal Nerd Society Exclusive Article – Angelica is generally considered a warm, sweet or pungent, building herb that moves blood and opens pathways, allowing dampness and stuck or lingering pain to clear. In modern herbal tradition, A. archangelica and A. sinensis have become most popular as Women’s Medicine.
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Dong Quai Calms Painful Periods
Dong quai has been extensively studied as it reduces uterine contractions, inflammation, and pain. For those that struggle with painful periods due to menstrual cramps, this herb is true blessing.
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5 Herbs to Soothe Anxiety Before Medical Appointments
In high stress situations like medical procedures, that fight or flight response is a barrier to getting the healthcare you need. These five herbs are trusted sources of nerve-calming goodness.
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