Weeds and Deeds
This is an all-purpose salve. Great for chapped hands, lips, minor burns, cuts, bruises, bites, and skin rashes. The recipe varies from batch to batch depending on the herbs in season. Instructions For skin issues, rub a small amount of salve on the affected area of the skin 1-3 times a day. For cuts, apply […]
Read MoreHerbal Action: Anti-Inflammatory These are plants and treatments that reduce inflammation or swelling. Inflammation is part of the body’s immune system response to irritants like bacteria, physical stress, or allergens. It’s intended to protect the body and eliminate whatever’s causing cell injury, clear out dead cells and damaged tissue, and begin repairing the injury.1 Reducing […]
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Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum Other common names: Sweet basil Ocimum basilicum L. (Lamiaceae) commonly known as sweet basil, has been used as a traditional medicinal plant for the treatment of headaches, coughs, diarrhea, constipation, warts, worms, and kidney malfunctions.1 Sources[+] Sources ↑1 Joshi RK. Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the essential oil of Ocimum basilicum […]
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Plants in the Hibiscus family, including Roselle Hibiscus and Cranberry Hibiscus, have anti-inflammatory properties and help lower blood pressure.1 Preparations Hibiscus Glycerite Hibiscus is infused into glycerite sugar. Take 1 teaspoon up to three times a day regularly. Can be taken directly, mixed with water, or as a sweetener in tea. Sources[+] Sources ↑1 Diane […]
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Scientific name: Origanum vulgare In traditional medicine, oregano has been used for respiratory conditions (i.e. asthma, bronchitis, cough), gastrointestinal (i.e. diarrhea, indigestions, stomachache), anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, menstrual disorders, and diabetes.1 Sources[+] Sources ↑1 Veenstra JP, Johnson JJ. Oregano (Origanum vulgare) extract for food preservation and improvement in gastrointestinal health. Int J Nutr. 2019;3(4):43-52. doi: 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-19-2703. Epub […]
Read MoreRosemary infused into vegetable glycerin provides a concentration of herbal constituents in a portable and convenient form.
Read MoreThis combination of herbs is a great mood-boosting combination to stave off anxiety. Studies have found that Tulsi is a powerful adaptogen with anti-depressant and anti-anxiety properties comparable to some conventional medications. The herb relieves anxiety, improves sleep, and reduces mood swings. 1 Lemon balm is also shown to be effecting at improving anxiety and depression.2 […]
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