Herbs for Health

 

 

 

Herbs are our first medicines, they belong to all the people of Earth

Click on any herb to learn more about its history, science, safety and medicinal use.

The botanical names for the herbs are in italics.


The Links Are to An External Website:

Richard Whelan – Medical Herbalist

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The following links are to an externalt website called Learning Herbs.

shatavari uses

Shatavari Uses and Plant Profile

Shatavari is a member of the asparagus family. It is a native plant throughout S…

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blackberry uses



Blackberry Uses and Plant Profile

For many, the first experience with wild edibles comes from gathering blackberri…

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tarragon uses

Tarragon Uses and Plant Profile

The name tarragon is thought to stem from the Latin dracunculus, meaning “little…

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anise uses



Anise Uses and Plant Profile

Anise, an aromatic, pungent seed, is an annual plant that is native to the Easte…

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fermented fireweed tea

How to Make Fermented Fireweed Tea

Fireweed tea is a delicious and healthful herbal tea made from the leaves of Cha

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herbal beverages for menstrual cycle

Botanical Beverages for the Menstrual Cycle

This article will empower you to connect with your body during the menstrual cyc…

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chicory root coffee

How to Make Chicory Root Coffee

There’s nothing quite like curling up with a hot cup of tea on a cold winter’s d…

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how to make tea

How to Make Tea Like an Herbalist

Everyday I make myself an herbal tea, a plant ritual that I’ve observed for year…

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how to make iced tea

How to Make Iced Tea with Herbs

Herbal iced teas are a wonderful way to stay hydrated on warmer days while enjoy…

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how to make herbal tea blends

How to Make Herbal Tea Blends

My friends and family know how much I love giving presents, and how much I love …

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how to make an herbal decoction

How to Make an Herbal Decoction

Making a decoction is a simple way to enjoy the nourishing gifts of hearty roots…

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herbs soothe inflammation

How Herbs Soothe Inflammation (Plus a Tasty Tea Blend!)

Herbalists have known for a long time that herbs soothe inflammation. And for y…

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herbs for liver health

Herbs for Liver Health: A Healing Tea Blend

I create a lot of tea blends. Some of the blends turn out just okay, and 

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herbal aphrodisiac tea

Herbal Aphrodisiac Tea: Perfect for a Romantic Evening

Light some candles, turn the lights down low, and put on your favorite soft

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elderberry tea

5 Different Ways to Make Elderberry Tea

How did you fall in love with herbs? Did it start with a particular herb or for…

 

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gut healing tea

Herbs for Digestion (Plus a Gut-Healing Tea Blend)

When it comes to supporting digestion and your gastrointestinal (GI) tract, cons…

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