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Weight to volume tincture fully worked

Here’s a fully worked example of calculating alcohol dilution for a tincture of fresh herb (in this case, Brahmi).

Upcoming “Intro to Herbalism” workshop

We’re running a workshop on home herbalism at the Precinct on March 5th.

Capsules

Capsules are an option for delivering some herbs to different parts of the GI tract. They’re also a good way to get your herbs into folks who balk at strong tastes.

What about Palestine and Yemen?

Someone said that I’d been quiet about Palestine and Yemen. Someone else said that our Instagram feed was full of political stuff and wasn’t the pleasant gardening account it used to be. Well, both are right.

Mushroom teas

by far the easiest way is to make concentrated mushroom powders and store them for later use. The mushroom powder can be added to boiling water or vice versa, allowed to steep for a while, then enjoyed as a healthy brew.