Wild cherry bark (Prunus serotina) is a medicinal herb derived from the black cherry tree that has been used for hundreds of years due to its antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer properties. It is rich in minerals such as zinc, iron, calcium, and magnesium and phytochemicals such as quercetin and kaempferol. Wild cherry bark also contains vasorelaxant,Continue reading “Wild Cherry”
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Chicory Root
Herbalist value (Cichorium intybus) chicory as a bitter digestive tonic. Used as teas, and heated beverages. Prepare just like coffee or add in equal parts to coffee. Also, combines well with coffee, burdock and dandelion root. It’s anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial! Chicory is a woody, herbaceous plant that has many health benefits. These include its ability to ease digestiveContinue reading “Chicory Root”
Mullein
The wonderful gift of mullein is that it grows almost everywhere, and the benefits are a marvel. Although native to Europe, it grows all over North America as well. In domesticated places like pastures, fields, roadsides, near train tracks, back lots, and alley ways, even parks. But I’ve also seen plenty of it grow in theContinue reading “Mullein”
Hibiscus Tea
High in vitamin C, minerals, antioxidants, and bioflavonoids, lightly astringent properties, make a wonderful red tea that is good for you and tastes great. The health benefits of hibiscus tea include its ability to reduce high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and inflammatory problems, aid in relieving the disturbed digestive and immune system, and potentially help treat diseasesContinue reading “Hibiscus Tea”
Drawing Salve
Black Drawing Salve helps draw out irritations from under the skin caused by splinters, boils, thorns, pimples, ingrown hairs, and bug bites. It’s an easy salve salve to make, so collect the ingredients and get started making this old fashion home remedy. Some the traditional ingredients have not have been safe to use, but thisContinue reading “Drawing Salve”
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