Tag: herbal remedies
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Herbal tastes
Taste is more than a pleasant sensation. Tastes help us identify which herb is useful in which situation. It
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Making a quick oil
You can make a quick, rough, oil using an existing tincture in a few hours instead of spending a month with fresh or dried herbs.
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Unguentum Sambuci Viride et Flavo
A new take on a classic remedy for minor wounds and external ailments. It mixes the healing properties of Grapeseed Oil, Beeswax, Elder Leaves, Calendula and St. John’s Wort to make a beautiful, green ointment.
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My favourite cold remedy – Peppermint, Yarrow, Elder Flower and Sage.
A classic remedy for colds and flu, Yarrow, Elder Flower, and Peppermint makes for a potent brew. I like to tweak it with Sage as well. The effects of each of the herbs is discussed, as well as the best methods of preparation.
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Favourite (herbal) friends
Here’s a little coverge of my usual go to herbs. They’re all common and easy tofind in your garden or on your walks.