Herbal Salves and Ointments Salves and ointments are basically the same product, just known by the different names. Herbal infused oils are used to make salves and carry the healing qualities. Beeswax is used to transform the infused oil into the firm consistency required to create a protective, soothing salve. Making the Infused Oil Infused …
Herbal Infused Oils Infused oils can be used on their own as massage oils or as a base for numerous body care preparations. Infused oils are also wonderful for culinary purposes. Infused oils are made using olive or grapeseed oil for their healing qualities. Almond or jojoba oil are quickly absorbed by the skin without …
Herbal Liniments Liniments are for external use only and are made in the same manner as tinctures. Witch hazel and rubbing alcohol are used as the extracting agents for liniments. Chop or grind herbs and place them in a clean, dry mason or other glass jar. The root tends to swell when the witch hazel …
Herbal Tinctures Tinctures are very potent extracts of herbs. Tinctures are made from leaves, flowers, seeds, stems or roots, of either fresh or dried herbs. I have had great success with dried herbs, so that what I usually use. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqqdnrfVCHQ Tinctures can be made using alcohol, apple cider vinegar or vegetable glycerin. If using glycerin, …
Herbal Infusions Infusions are made from the aerial parts of the herb . . the leaves and flowers. Since these are the more fragile parts they must be steeped and not simmered. To make an infusion, boil 1 cup of water or preferably 1 quart of water and pour over the herb in a cup …
February is pretty cold here in the beautiful state of Colorado, so I chose calendula as the February 2021 herb of the month, not only because of it’s skin soothing benefits, but because of it’s lymphatic action. As you know by now, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2018 and although my C-reactive protein …
Vulnerary herbs are used to heal wounds and inflammation. Depending upon the specific herb and how it’s used it will either contain tannins which create an impervious layer externally to protect while it heals, or it will have a mucilage effect internally which stimulates the growth and division of cells to speed the healing of …
Stimulant herbs stimulate nervous system. I hesitate to make a general statement on stimulant herbs, as different stimulant herbs can effect different systems of the body. We will delve deeper as we study the herbs which contain this herbal action. Stimulant Herbs Calendula – Calendula officinalis L
Lymphatic herbs increase the lymphatic flow. When lymph drainage become congested and lymph nodes become swollen, the use of these herbs can remove stagnation and help the body fight infection and relieve inflammation. Lymphatic Herbs Burdock – Arctium lappa Calendula – Calendula officinalis L
Hepatic herbs can aid the liver by toning and strengthening this vitally important organ. Hepatic Herbs Burdock – Articum lappa Calendula – Calendula officinalis L
Every month we explore one herb. Throughout the month we will learn about the benefits of the herb, it's herbal actions and uses. We will turn our knowledge into herbal recipes and concoctions to gain a fuller understanding of how these herbs actually work.
