Podcasts about Herbal medicine

First, here's the link to the course Katja mentioned: Working Through GriefUse code GRIEF to get 50% off! (It's not very original, but it works.)This course is full of herbs and holistic strategies to help you navigate grief, as well as a private community where you can talk with people who are going through similar journeys. The course and the community support are yours for life, so you can work at your own pace. We're here for you when you need us.Our society doesn't provide much support for grieving, but here, we can support one another! Whether your grief is based in loss, or trauma; whether it's recent or in the past or ongoing – we're here together, and this is a gentle and welcoming space to be held in community.Grief has many stages, and different herbs are helpful at different points in the journey. Working with herbs and processing grief isn't a one-size-fits-all sort of task. Getting through a dark day, digging in to a deep place within yourself, and setting aside a heavy heart in service of an immediate need – these are all quite different emotional efforts, and they're each best supported by different herbs.Today's episode is in response to a student question – she asked:“I'm curious about herbs that are beneficial for grief? I lost my husband earlier this year and have played a lot with nervines which have helped turn the emotions “down”, which has been wonderful and much needed in some situations. But I'm wondering if there are any herbs that you love for processing and sitting with the grief?”And the answer is, YES!This episode focuses on those two aspects of the journey with grief – both the processing and the sitting with, which are actually interwoven aspects of working through grief. We can't sit still with something until we do some processing, but we can't process until we can sit still with it – so this work happens in a spiral kind of action.Each time you go around a spiral, you work a little deeper in, or stretch a little further out: it's not repetitive circling. And what starts as a small motion can unfold into a complete evolution and shift in perspective. Time will get you there; herbs will help you along the way.You might also like to listen to this episode on grief, from six years ago – its focus was a little different than this one. It was HHP episode 141: Herbs and Grief, at the Death of the Year.Or you might like to keep these reminders of a few helpful grief-support herbs on your phone or computer desktop: hawthorn, rose, elecampane.If you enjoyed the episode, it helps us a lot if you subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Send us Fan MailSupport the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: School Medical Exemption Denied, Anna Bazarnaya, Maitri Verde, Intuitive Healing, Herbal Medicine, Narcissus Pseudonarcissus, Michael Boldin, Tenth Amendment Center, Constitutional Republic Cure, Suffolk Resolve, Rights Beyond Amendments, Franklin's Welfare Warning, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/school-medical-exemption-denied-anna-bazarnaya-narcissus-pseudonarcissus-constitutional-republic-cure-suffolk-resolve-rights-beyond-amendments-franklin-welfare-warning-and-more/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

LIVE from ILADS: Tick Boot Camp reconnects with Dr. Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc for a focused conversation about babesiosis, Lyme disease, coinfections, diagnostic challenges, herbal medicine, recovery, rehabilitation, and what it means to treat the whole person rather than a single infection. Dr. Chesney is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist specializing in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. In this short-form conference interview, she explains why Babesia deserves more attention, how the clinical picture of tick-borne disease has become increasingly complex, and why successful treatment often requires much more than simply targeting microbes. This interview was recorded live at the ILADS conference, so you may hear some of the energy and background activity of the event throughout the conversation. Why Babesia Deserves More Attention One of the main focuses of this conversation is babesiosis, a tick-borne infection caused by Babesia parasites. Dr. Chesney explains that Babesia differs fundamentally from Lyme disease because the organism infects red blood cells. That difference affects both how the disease presents and how practitioners approach diagnosis and treatment. Symptoms discussed in the interview include: Night sweats Air hunger Heart palpitations Fatigue Symptoms related to red blood cell involvement Persistent symptoms that remain after other infections have been addressed Dr. Chesney emphasizes that a patient may improve from treatment directed at Borrelia while continuing to experience symptoms that point toward Babesia or another coinfection. A Naturopathic Approach to Babesiosis Dr. Chesney recently published The Diagnosis and Treatment of Babesiosis: A Naturopathic Approach to an Emerging Tick-Borne Disease. Her article examines babesiosis from an integrative perspective, including epidemiology, clinical presentation, testing, pharmaceutical treatment, botanical medicine, and supportive naturopathic care. In the interview, she discusses combining conventional and natural approaches rather than viewing them as mutually exclusive. She describes using pharmaceutical therapies such as atovaquone and azithromycin when appropriate, followed by or combined with botanical strategies intended to address Babesia and support the patient's overall physiology. Herbal Medicine & Supporting the Body Dr. Chesney's approach goes beyond simply trying to eliminate an organism. She discusses botanical medicine that may help address Babesia while also supporting the red blood cells and other systems affected by infection. Her broader point is that treatment should consider both sides of the equation: How do we reduce the microbial burden, and how do we help the body function better while we do it? That whole-person approach is a central theme of naturopathic and integrative medicine. Dr. Chesney's published work discusses botanical options including Japanese knotweed, cryptolepis, Artemisia annua, Chinese skullcap, Bidens pilosa, and Sida acuta, along with supportive strategies intended to address detoxification, immune function, and tissue protection. Lyme Disease Is Increasingly a Polymicrobial Picture Tick Boot Camp and Dr. Chesney also discuss how the clinical picture of Lyme disease has changed. Increasingly, patients are not presenting with only Borrelia. Instead, clinicians may encounter combinations involving: Lyme disease Babesiosis Bartonellosis Anaplasmosis Other tick-borne infections Reactivated or latent viruses Long COVID Immune dysfunction Overlapping chronic conditions Dr. Chesney explains that these overlapping illnesses can produce similar symptoms, making careful clinical investigation especially important. This is one reason experienced practitioners matter. Testing can be useful, but the clinical picture remains an essential part of diagnosis and treatment planning. Babesia Testing & the Clinical Picture The conversation also explores the limitations of testing. Dr. Chesney discusses using different diagnostic tools depending on the situation, including PCR, antibody testing, and Babesia FISH testing. She emphasizes that laboratory results must be interpreted alongside symptoms, history, exposure, and the patient's response to treatment. For example, a patient who continues to experience night sweats, air hunger, or palpitations after other aspects of treatment may warrant further evaluation for Babesia even when earlier testing has been inconclusive. The message is not that patients should diagnose themselves. It is the opposite: complex tick-borne illness often requires an experienced clinician who understands both the strengths and limitations of available diagnostics. Why Patients Shouldn't Have to Become Their Own Doctors One important part of the interview addresses a common experience in the Lyme community: patients often become extremely educated because they have struggled to find appropriate care. That education can be empowering, but Dr. Chesney and Tick Boot Camp emphasize that patients should not be forced to manage complex infectious disease on their own. Lyme disease and associated infections can involve multiple pathogens, immune dysfunction, overlapping symptoms, changing clinical presentations, and imperfect diagnostic tools. Finding an experienced practitioner who understands these complexities can make a tremendous difference. Dr. Chesney describes spending substantial time gathering patient history and looking for patterns rather than simply treating laboratory values. A Whole-Person Recovery Framework The conversation then moves beyond diagnosis and antimicrobial treatment into the broader recovery process. Tick Boot Camp shares its PARM framework: Prehabilitation Assist Rehabilitation Maintenance Dr. Chesney discusses how this framework aligns with what she sees clinically. Not every patient is physically ready to begin aggressive antimicrobial therapy immediately. Some patients may first need support involving: Nutrition Sleep Movement Stress reduction Immune support Detoxification pathways Liver support Lymphatic support Kidney support For people who have been chronically ill for years, strengthening the body before more intensive treatment can be an important part of the process. Rehabilitation After Chronic Lyme Disease Getting through antimicrobial treatment does not necessarily mean recovery is finished. Dr. Chesney discusses the importance of rehabilitation and reconditioning, especially for patients who have spent months or years significantly limited by illness. Physical therapy can become an important tool for patients who have lost strength, endurance, mobility, or confidence in their bodies. The conversation highlights a reality that many recovering patients discover: There can be a period between treating illness and fully returning to life. That phase deserves attention too. Maintenance, Prevention & Avoiding Reinfection Recovery also includes learning how to protect the progress that has been made. Dr. Chesney has made tick-bite prevention a major focus of her work after repeatedly seeing patients recover from Lyme disease only to experience another tick bite and a new infection. Her book, Preventing Lyme & Other Tick-Borne Diseases, is designed as a practical field guide covering tick identification, tick-bite prevention, landscape strategies, what to do after a bite, and information about common tick-borne diseases. The goal is not to create fear around the outdoors. It is to help people enjoy life while understanding how to reduce risk. Lifestyle, Resilience & Long-Term Health The final portion of the conversation expands even further. Dr. Chesney and Tick Boot Camp discuss how recovery from chronic illness can become an opportunity to reevaluate the foundations of health. That may include: Better nutrition Consistent sleep Exercise and movement Stress management Reducing unnecessary exposures Rebuilding strength Supporting emotional health Supporting spiritual health Developing sustainable habits For many people, recovering from Lyme disease is not simply about returning to exactly who they were before becoming sick. It can become a process of learning the body more deeply and building a healthier life moving forward. About Dr. Alexis Chesney Dr. Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, author, and educator specializing in Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. She trained with Dr. Richard Horowitz and has spent years treating patients with Lyme disease, babesiosis, Bartonella, and other complex vector-borne conditions. Dr. Chesney has also served in leadership roles with the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society, including work with its Naturopathic Medicine Committee and physician training programs. She is the author of Preventing Lyme & Other Tick-Borne Diseases, a practical guide to tick identification, prevention, tick bites, and tick-borne illness. Read Dr. Chesney's article The Diagnosis and Treatment of Babesiosis: A Naturopathic Approach to an Emerging Tick-Borne Disease for a deeper look at the subject discussed in this episode. Key Topics in This Episode Lyme disease, babesiosis, Babesia, Bartonella, tick-borne disease, coinfections, Dr. Alexis Chesney, naturopathic medicine, herbal medicine, Babesia treatment, Babesia testing, Babesia FISH, atovaquone, azithromycin, botanical medicine, immune support, detoxification, chronic Lyme disease, polymicrobial infection, tick prevention, Lyme disease prevention, physical rehabilitation, whole-person medicine, integrative medicine, functional medicine, Lyme recovery, and tick-bite prevention. About This LIVE from ILADS Interview This short-form conversation was recorded in person at the 2025 International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society Annual Scientific Conference, From Terrain to Treatment: Advances in Vector-Borne Illness, held October 9–12, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Because these interviews were recorded live at the conference, they have a different feel from Tick Boot Camp's traditional long-form virtual and studio conversations — shorter, focused, and surrounded by the activity of one of the world's major gatherings of Lyme and tick-borne disease clinicians and researchers. Explore all Tick Boot Camp LIVE from ILADS interviews. More from Tick Boot Camp Hear more conversations with Lyme disease doctors and healthcare professionals about testing, treatment, recovery, and complex tick-borne illness. Explore the Tick Boot Camp Podcast for interviews with patients, doctors, researchers, advocates, and others working to improve understanding of Lyme disease and help people move toward recovery.

Steve and I discuss herbs for kids, home remedies and a variety of other topics.Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1 by Judson Carrollhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Ellen Kamhi, The Natural Nurse, talks with Trevor Clark, a clinical herbalist whose path into botanical medicine began in a hospital bed, not a classroom.  In 2003, a car accident during his senior year of high school left Trevor with a fractured spine. Things got worse after surgery, as he developed peripheral neuropathy and fibromyalgia and he spent four years largely bedridden and on 11 medications, told he would never fully recover.  Then Trevor discovered Herbal Medicine.  Trevor continues to consult with individual clients, through The Neuropathy Herbalist, a focused telehealth practice.  www.neuropathyherbalist.com

Immune boosting herbs are popular, and it's not hard to see why. Everyone wants to avoid getting sick! It makes intuitive sense to a lot of folks that if you amp up your immunity, you'll be more resilient in the face of germs – or I guess, more resilient to germs in your face! But hang on. What does “immune boosting” even mean? Is immunity really a singular ‘thing' that can be stimulated, like sliding a dimmer switch upwards? Is it all just a matter of stimulating white blood cell activity? As is always the case in biology and medicine, the truth is more complicated than that.This is particularly relevant in the context of autoimmunity, where some of the so-called “immune boosting herbs” can actually have adverse effects. If you overstimulate an immune system that's attacking your own body, you just intensify the attack. So the question arises: what can a person with an autoimmune condition do to keep their defenses up? If we can't stimulate immunity, what can we do?The answer is: a lot. And it's all stuff that anyone can do, whether autoimmune or not. In our experience, it's also a lot more important than the immune stimulant herbs, because it's more foundational and more individualized than the “elderberry & echinacea for everyone!” one-size-fits-all approach.We can start by changing our focus from immune stimulation to immune modulation. This isn't just wordplay. Modulation of immunity means making multiple simultaneous adjustment in multiple directions, whereas stimulation is ALL AHEAD FORWARD. True immunity is a complex interplay of multiple organs, cell types, and signaling molecules in the body. Dialing everything up to 11 isn't constructive, but a strategic nudge in the right direction at the right time? That gets the job done, and immunomodulating herbs – like mushrooms and seaweeds – can do exactly that.Immunity is often discussed in martial metaphors: the pathogenic assault, the immune defenses, the combat between them. But if we follow this metaphor all the way, we should realize that logistics and supply lines are often what makes the difference in a real-world conflict, and this is no less true in our bodies. Lymphatics, nutritives, and sleep aid herbs can be much more helpful than immune-boosting herbs for this reason.The best defense is… a good defense, actually. Better to keep the germs out than to let them in, let them proliferate, and then get your guns blazing. Maintaining healthy boundaries, quite literally, is a key strategy. These are your points of contact with the outside world: your sinuses, your lungs, your GI tract. And even if you're autoimmune, you can work with demulcents, astringents, and vulneraries to keep their membranes functioning well.Our brand-new Winter Health bundle is the best way to go deeper in this material – and there's a lot further to go. (Yeah, this 90-minute episode is just an introduction to immunity and herbalism!) The bundle includes our Immune Health and Respiratory Health courses, and you get them at 40% off their standard pricing, a savings of $260. Learn everything you need to know to keep yourself & your family healthy and strong all winter long.Like everything we offer, these are self-paced online video courses. They come with lifetime access to current & future course material, the twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!If you enjoyed the episode, it helps us a lot if you subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

We discuss Amianthium muscitoxicum, Amorpha canescens and Anemonella thalictroides.  These are beautiful wildflowers that have some very interesting herbal use.  As always, it is a wide ranging show that covers a lot of topics!Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1 by Judson Carrollhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Today, we discuss Turmeric, a culinary herb that has profound medicinal use and a very interesting history.New books:The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Herbs that Heal (Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbsHead to https://bepreparedsolutions.co/partner/pbn, or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. STOP THE ADS! Become a PBN Supporter for just $5 a month and get exclusive podcasts just for supporters. BECOME A SUPPORTER The Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyJoin the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAY

Send us Fan MailYou did the workup. Bloodwork, a physical, maybe even a cardiology referral because the palpitations scared you, and everything came back reassuring. So why don't you feel like yourself?"Normal labs" doesn't mean nothing's wrong. It just means the test wasn't built to measure what you're actually feeling. In this episode, Sheri goes deep into the Chinese medicine side of nervous-system regulation — the piece she promised after Episode 100 — and makes the case for why acupuncture and herbal medicine deserve to be understood on their own terms, not as a softer stand-in for "real" treatment.In this episode, you'll discover:What Liver qi stagnation actually is, and why the same "I'm stressed" can mean completely different things in two different peopleShen — the concept behind "a light behind the eyes" — and why it matters for sleep, mood, and presenceThe real, measurable way acupuncture shifts your physiology (not just relaxation)Why herbal formulas like Xiao Yao San are precision-matched to a pattern, not a one-size-fits-all stress teaHow HRV biofeedback and the Neuro Wellness Program fit alongside acupuncture and herbal medicine, not instead of them"Different maps. Same neighborhood. And, hopefully, more ways home." — Sheri Davidson, L.Ac.RELATED EPISODES:Episode #99 — "You're Home, But Your Nervous System Isn't" Episode #97 — "Why You Don't Feel Like Yourself: The Nervous System + Everything" Episode #77 — "Stress, Your Nervous System, and Acupuncture – Why Just One Session Makes a Difference" Episode #75 — "Weekly Wellness Watch | Wellness Burnout is Real: How to Break Free and Thrive" SOURCES:Acupuncture at the auricular branch of the vagus nerve enhances heart rate variability in humansAntidepressant-Like Effects of Fractions Prepared from Danzhi-Xiaoyao-San Decoction

Pokeweed is poisonous—but that's not the whole story. What if knowing how to work with this potent plant could turn fear into respect, and even put a delicious wild green on your dinner table?As many of us learned growing up, poke (Phytolacca americana) is a plant that deserves a healthy amount of caution. It is poisonous, after all! But AC and Isaac Hill have spent years learning how to work with poke as food, medicine, and more, and they joined me in this episode to dispel some of the fear surrounding this generous and abundant plant.During our conversation, AC and Isaac explore the many faces of poke: a powerful lymphatic herb, an expectorant and immune stimulant, a traditional wild food, a striking dye plant, and a plant with a fascinating history of magical use. And perhaps most importantly, they share the practical knowledge that makes all the difference in preparing and working with pokeweed safely.Curious about bringing poke into your own kitchen? Be sure to download the beautifully illustrated recipe card for AC and Isaac's Poke Salad here.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► How poke differs from other lymphatic herbs like cleavers and chickweed► Which part of the poke plant to harvest for food (and the physical clues that tell you when it's ready)► Tips for growing, harvesting, and extending the season for poke► The simple method that AC and Isaac use to turn this poisonous plant into a delicious spring green► How Isaac views the botany and actions of poke through an astrological lens► A clever way to make your tinctures more potent (for many plants, not just poke!)► and so much more…For those of you who don't know them, AC & Isaac Hill are the hosts of the Plant Cunning Podcast, where they have interviewed some of the most influential herbalists, permaculturists, astrologers and spiritual practitioners in the world.AC is a community herbalist, product maker, and co-director of the Actaea Institute for Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy. Isaac is a permaculture gardener, astrologer, and author of The Zodiac Garden Guide. They are married and live on a small herb farm in Central NY.I'm excited to share our conversation with you today!----Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comWould you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here for the video.You can find AC and Isaac on Instagram.For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here.

Herbs aren't a weaker version of medicine — they're a different paradigm entirely, and almost nobody explains that better than Greg Tilford. As one of the most respected voices in veterinary herbalism, author of multiple books on the subject, and a driving force behind bringing herbal medicine into mainstream animal care, Greg joins The Pet Parenting Reset to talk about what it actually means for an herb to be anti-pathogenic — working with the body's own terrain to make it inhospitable to illness, rather than carpet-bombing everything the way antibiotics do.We get into how domestication and modern pet life cut dogs and cats off from the plant-seeking instincts their wild ancestors relied on constantly, why whole-plant complexity often outperforms isolated compounds, and how to start building a basic herbal toolkit at home before you actually need one. Greg's approach is rooted in ecology as much as biology — herbalism not just as medicine, but as a relationship with the land itself.If you've ever wondered whether there's a middle ground between "do nothing" and "reach for a prescription," this episode is that middle ground.

We discuss "Snakeroot" and a very interesting and fairly common wildflower that has great use for women's reproductive health, digestive and lung issues..Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1 by Judson Carrollhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Judson Carroll | SubstackBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prepper-broadcasting-network--3295097/support.Head to https://bepreparedsolutions.co/partner/pbn, or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. STOP THE ADS! Become a PBN Supporter for just $5 a month and get exclusive podcasts just for supporters. BECOME A SUPPORTER The Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyJoin the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAY

THE HOMEOPATHY HEALTH SHOW Beyond Homeopathy: Integrating Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine & Holistic Care Featuring Emma Dalton Episode Summary What happens when homeopathy is combined with herbal medicine, functional medicine, craniosacral therapy and decades of clinical experience? In this inspiring episode of The Homeopathy Health Show, Atiq Ahmad Bhatti and Naila Cheema welcome Emma Dalton - an experienced homeopath, herbal medicine practitioner, educator and lecturer - to explore what truly integrative healthcare looks like in modern practice. Emma shares her remarkable personal journey into homeopathy following serious illness, the practitioners who inspired her, and how her clinical work evolved into a multidisciplinary approach that places the individual—not simply the diagnosis—at the centre of every consultation. Together they discuss clinical reasoning, maintaining causes, interpreting blood tests, functional medicine, herbal tinctures, organ support, lifestyle medicine and empowering the next generation of homeopaths. This is an enlightening conversation that demonstrates how different healing disciplines can work together while remaining true to the core principles of homeopathy, always with the patient's wellbeing at heart. In This Episode We Explore A Personal Journey into Homeopathy Emma's own recovery through homeopathy after chronic illness. How a life-changing experience inspired her professional career. The mentors and practitioners who shaped her philosophy of practice. Building an Integrative Practice Combining homeopathy, herbal medicine, functional medicine and biodynamic craniosacral therapy. Why every patient deserves an individualised approach. Working collaboratively across complementary healthcare disciplines. The Art of Clinical Case-Taking Listening to what the patient believes is their greatest concern. Looking beyond diagnoses to identify maintaining causes. Why diet, lifestyle and personal history remain central to successful prescribing. Functional Medicine in Everyday Practice Using blood tests to gain a broader understanding of health. Recognising patterns rather than treating isolated laboratory values. Working alongside NHS investigations where appropriate to support patient care. Herbal Medicine and Homeopathy Working Together The difference between herbal tinctures and homeopathic mother tinctures. Organ support within an integrative prescribing approach. When herbal medicine complements constitutional homeopathic prescribing. Learning Beyond Classical Homeopathy Emma's training with Robert Davidson and the College of Practical Homeopathy. Expanding the practitioner's toolkit while respecting homeopathic principles. Continuing professional development through herbal medicine and Tibetan medicine. Supporting the Next Generation of Practitioners The importance of confidence in newly qualified homeopaths. The vision behind the Sapphire Clinic teaching model. Creating supportive environments where practitioners continue to grow. Practical Herbs Every Homeopath Should Know Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) and liver support. Teasel (Dipsacus) and its clinical applications. Albizia and adaptogenic herbs for stress and resilience. Why herbs should always be used thoughtfully and professionally. Patient-Centred Integrative Healthcare Respecting patient choice when selecting treatment approaches. Combining evidence, experience and individual needs. Helping patients navigate increasingly complex health challenges with confidence and compassion. About Our Guest Emma Dalton Emma Dalton is a qualified Homeopath, Herbal Medicine Practitioner, Functional Medicine Practitioner, educator and lecturer with more than twenty years of clinical experience in complementary healthcare. After qualifying in homeopathy in 2003, she continued to broaden her expertise by completing a First-Class Honours Degree in Herbal Medicine at the University of Lincoln and later a Master's Degree in Sustainability, Health and Wellbeing. Emma runs a multidisciplinary clinical practice that integrates homeopathy, herbal medicine, biodynamic craniosacral therapy and functional medicine, always placing the individual at the centre of care. Alongside her clinical work, she is deeply committed to education, mentoring students, newly qualified practitioners and those returning to practice through the Sapphire Clinic, helping build confidence and excellence within the profession. Her passion for lifelong learning continues today through advanced studies in Tibetan Medicine, reflecting her commitment to exploring diverse healing traditions while maintaining a patient-focused, evidence-informed approach to holistic healthcare

Sean T. McAllister is an attorney specializing in the regulatory, health care, business, and religious freedom aspects of psychedelic medicines and therapies in the United States.His work includes, among many other clients and matters:Advising doctors, therapists, and licensed professionals on psychedelic assisted therapy (typically ketamine), including defense of licensure in disciplinary proceedingsAssisting clients in getting licensed under Colorado's regulatory psychedelic therapy programAdvising clients on religious exemptions for psychedelic use, including serving as a lawyer for the Church of the Eagle and the Condor and the Church of the Celestial Heart, both of which received formal recognition from the US government to operate ayahuasca churches in the United StatesDrafting Colorado's Natural Medicine Health Act, which legalized four psychedelics in the stateServing as a member of the Denver Psilocybin Mushroom Policy Review PanelServing as General Counsel for the Kura AllianceSean is licensed to practice law in Colorado and California.Episode Highlights▶ Psychedelic law and policy reform in the US▶ The role of indigenous communities and respect for traditional knowledge▶ The evolution of decriminalization and legalization efforts▶ Challenges with patenting and commercialization of plant medicines▶ The importance of indigenous sovereignty and recognition in the psychedelic movement Sean McAllister's Links & Resources▶ https://www.mcallisterlawoffice.com▶ https://www.linkedin.com/in/attyseanmcallister/▶ https://www.instagram.com/mcallister2928/▶ https://www.facebook.com/sean.mcallister.710 Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: The Alchemist's Apprentice: Secrets of the Kalemegdan Festival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-09-07-07-38-20-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Распрснуће звука бравара и веселе музике привлачи људе са свих страна.En: The burst of sound from the blacksmith and cheerful music draws people from all around.Sr: На Калемегданској тврђави у Београду, одржава се фестивал средњовековних траварки.En: At the Kalemegdan fortress in Beograd, a festival of medieval herbalists is being held.Sr: Милош је сањао овај тренутак.En: Miloš had dreamed of this moment.Sr: Мириљио је траве, учио о биљкама и њиховим лековитим својствима.En: He smelled the herbs, learned about plants and their healing properties.Sr: Желите да проширите своје знање и помогнете свом селу.En: He wanted to expand his knowledge and help his village.Sr: Јелена, позната лечитељка, држи своје знање близу срца.En: Jelena, a renowned healer, keeps her knowledge close to her heart.Sr: Њена лековита тајна је чувена.En: Her healing secret is famous.Sr: Она зна, једна грешка може направити штету.En: She knows that one mistake can cause harm.Sr: Због тога је опрезна.En: That's why she is cautious.Sr: Када је Милош пришао и замолио за упутство, Јелена је руком одмахнула у знак одбијања.En: When Miloš approached and asked for guidance, Jelena waved her hand to indicate refusal.Sr: "Али зашто?" упита Милош, неспреман да одустане.En: "But why?" asked Miloš, unwilling to give up.Sr: Јелена је мирно рекла, „Не знам твоје намере.En: Jelena calmly said, "I don't know your intentions.Sr: Могу да помажем или да штетим.En: I can help or harm.Sr: Желим да будем сигурна да ти знање донело користи, а не јад.“En: I want to make sure the knowledge brings you benefits, not misery."Sr: Милош је одлучан.En: Miloš is determined.Sr: Има самопоуздања и доброту.En: He has confidence and kindness.Sr: Сагледавши гомилу, запазио је дете које се носило на мајчином рукама, болно и беспомоћно.En: Looking at the crowd, he noticed a child being carried in its mother's arms, pained and helpless.Sr: „Могу да помогнем“, понудио је, гледајући Јелену унаочаравајуће.En: "I can help," he offered, looking at Jelena with determination.Sr: Дете је слабило.En: The child was weakening.Sr: Милош је, сећајући се основних Јелениних рецепата, почео да прави једноставну мешавину.En: Miloš, remembering Jelena's basic recipes, began to make a simple mixture.Sr: Док је припремао, приметио је да га Јелена помно посматра.En: As he prepared, he noticed that Jelena watched him closely.Sr: Њено лице је било озбиљно, али очигледно импресионирано његовим приљежним радом.En: Her face was serious, but clearly impressed by his diligent work.Sr: Док ноћу постављају лампиони, Милош је убацио вуну у болесно дете, надајући се врачању, а Јелена је оценила његову искреност и бригу.En: As lanterns were set up at night, Miloš placed wool on the sick child, hoping for a recovery, and Jelena assessed his sincerity and care.Sr: Лагано је климнула, обавестио је да ће размотрити његов захтев.En: She nodded slightly, informing him that she would consider his request.Sr: Поподне, дете се пробудило, његово лице је добило боју и осмех је поново засијао на мајчиним уснама.En: In the afternoon, the child awoke, its face regained color, and a smile once again shone on the mother's lips.Sr: Цео камен.En: The entire burden lifted.Sr: Јелена је пришла Милошу и рекла, „Доказали сте се.En: Jelena approached Miloš and said, "You have proven yourself.Sr: Поучићу вас, али сте положили заклетву.En: I will teach you, but you must take an oath.Sr: Није за зле намере.“En: It is not for evil intentions."Sr: „Заклињем се.“ Милош је рекао са острвљеним погледом и отвореним срцем.En: "I swear," Miloš said with a determined look and an open heart.Sr: И тако је почела њихова сарадња.En: And so their collaboration began.Sr: Милош је из ученика постао поверљиви сарадник, а Јелена, задовољна, отворила је своје тајно знање.En: Miloš went from being a student to a trusted collaborator, and Jelena, satisfied, revealed her secret knowledge.Sr: Заједно су радили у приносу добра, ширећи радост и здравље међу људима.En: Together they worked for the benefit of good, spreading joy and health among the people.Sr: Тврђава је и даље одјекивала смејом и животом.En: The fortress continued to resonate with laughter and life.Sr: Изнова и изнова, као да је време стало у свету лековитих тајни и пријатељства.En: Again and again, as if time had stood still in the world of healing secrets and friendship. Vocabulary Words:burst: распрснућеblacksmith: браварherbalists: траваркиfortress: тврђаваrenowned: познатаhealer: лечитељкаintentions: намереmisery: јадdetermination: одлучностmixture: мешавинаdiligent: приљежанlanterns: лампиониsincerity: искреностoath: заклетваcollaboration: сарадњаtrusted: поверљивиsecret: тајноresonate: одјекиватиhealing: лековитиimpressed: импресиониранrefusal: одбијањеcautious: опрезанknowledge: знањеrecovery: враћањеpained: болноhelpless: беспомоћноnotice: запазитиexpand: проширитиconfidence: самопоуздањеbenefit: кориcт

We discuss a powerful and beautiful cardiac herb, and one that is a little less useful but still pretty.Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1 by Judson Carrollhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Today we discuss a tree with very interesting medicinal uses.New books:The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Herbs that Heal (Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbsHead to https://bepreparedsolutions.co/partner/pbn, or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. STOP THE ADS! Become a PBN Supporter for just $5 a month and get exclusive podcasts just for supporters. BECOME A SUPPORTER The Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyJoin the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAY

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I announce my new book, The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1, and we discuss two members of the Actaea family - Baneberry and Black Cohosh (cimicifuga).Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281The Medicinal Wildflowers of the American Southeast, An Herbalist's Guide Vol. 1 by Judson Carrollhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH1T8VB1Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

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Allan McGrath Isbell is a relationship and intimacy coach and teacher, and the founder of the men's work organization Thirteen Pines. Allan guides men, women, and couples on the path of sacred union, sexual polarity, and embodied transformation. For more than a decade, he has studied with some of the world's foremost teachers of embodiment, masculine-feminine dynamics, spirituality, and deep intimacy. Through in-person retreats, workshops, online programs, and guided practices, his work has reached thousands of people around the world, and he's become a highly sought-after coach, mentor, and teacher. His mission is to help people cultivate deeper intimacy and more freedom in life and love. Episode Highlights ▶ Sacred sexuality and relational intimacy as Allan's core work ▶ Safety, presence, and authenticity as the foundation of deep relational work ▶ Cultural shifts, initiation, and polarity in modern relationships ▶ Community, lineage, and skillful facilitation in sacred practice ▶ Why prescriptive rules about masculine and feminine roles fall short ▶ Sex as a mirror for the health of the whole relationship ▶ Relational and consciousness work as a path to societal healing    Allan McGrath Isbell's Links & Resources ▶ https://www.allanmcgrathisbell.com/ ▶ https://www.instagram.com/allanmcgrathisbell  ▶ Free 40-Minute Polarity Practice - His Presence, Her Receptivity: https://www.allanmcgrathisbell.com/free-polarity-practice    Download Beth's free trainings here:  Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business:  https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-business Integrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business ▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching  ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services ▶ Instagram:  @bethaweinstein  ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz  Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz

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We discuss one of the most legendary plants known to man.  Aconite is beautiful, poisonous and has medicinal uses.  It is a plant to learn and respect.  I also tell you about Larry's Coffee, which is fantastic!  And, Liz is offering tea classes in Maryland... and it is a great time to visit Maryland... and maybe check out where the Carrolls lived, while eating some awesome seafood!Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Your thyroid may be small, but it plays a major role in your energy, metabolism, hormones, mood, and overall health. In this conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza sit down with Dr. Alicia Johnson to discuss common thyroid conditions, why symptoms can occur even when labs appear normal, and the importance of looking beyond surface-level answers.  Together, they explore how stress, nutrition, blood sugar, hormones, vitamin D, and environmental factors can impact thyroid function. Dr. Johnson shares practical strategies for supporting thyroid health and explains how small, proactive steps can help prevent bigger health challenges in the future.   Key Takeaways:   Your thyroid influences every cell in your body, impacting energy, metabolism, mood, hormones, digestion, and overall health.   Thyroid symptoms can occur even when standard thyroid lab results appear normal, making comprehensive testing important.   Stress, blood sugar imbalances, environmental toxins, hormone fluctuations, and nutrient deficiencies can all affect thyroid function.   Prevention matters—tracking health markers early can help identify issues before they become major health challenges.   Simple lifestyle habits such as eating whole foods, maintaining healthy vitamin D levels, managing stress, and supporting key nutrients can improve thyroid and endocrine health.   We couldn't highlight incredible stories like this without the support of our sponsor, CommunityAmerica Credit Union. Thank you for helping us promote connection, well-being, and stronger communities. If you're looking for trusted financial wellbeing resources, we invite you to connect with their team and take the next step toward greater financial confidence.  About Dr. Alicia Johnson:  Alicia Johnson is a licensed Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. Her areas of expertise include medical weight loss, hormone balance, fatigue, anti-aging, and mood disorders.  Dr. Johnson has a passion for getting to know her patients and working together as a team to address even the most complicated health concerns.  Dr. Johnson utilizes natural, non-invasive therapies to treat many common conditions such as menstrual irregularities, menopausal symptoms, depression, anxiety, obesity, infertility, low testosterone, fatigue, digestive problems, and many other chronic conditions.  Dr. Johnson is a graduate from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ. She received her acupuncture training from the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture. Prior to medical school, she received her Bachelors of Science in Life Sciences with a secondary degree in Gerontology, the study of aging. Dr. Johnson's patients are treated individually with a combination of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement recommendations, acupuncture, nutritional supplementation, botanical medicine, dietary counseling, homeopathy, and lifestyle counseling. This unique, individualized approach is effective for improving the outcome of almost any chronic health condition because many chronic diseases simply do not respond well to simple pharmaceutical treatment.  Connect with Dr. Alicia Johnson at:  https://aspirehealthkc.com/ Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at:  https://smallchangesbigshifts.com  hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com  https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts  https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts  https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco  https://www.youtube.com/@smallchangesbigshiftsco    Thanks for listening!  Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.  Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!  Subscribe to the podcast  If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.  Leave us an Apple Podcasts review  Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. 

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We discuss the 1ness company, its history and excellent products. Jay is a cool guy and he does a great job providing herbal extracts, water purification, DMSO, etc.Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Today we discuss one of themost important herbs that has both medicinal and culinary use.Herbs that Heal (Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbsHead to bepreparedsolutions.co/partner/pbn, or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. The Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyJoin the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAYSupport PBN with a Donation 

Jason Grechanik is a master tabaquero trained in the Mamankunawa tradition under curandero Don Ernesto Garcia Torres, with nearly a decade immersed in Amazonian plant medicine traditions. He worked for years at the Temple of the Way of Light, one of the world's most respected Shipibo healing centers. He is the co-founder of the Nicotiana Rustica project — bridging Amazonian sacred tobacco traditions with Celtic tree wisdom — and the host of The Universe Within Podcast, with 180+ episodes and 20,000+ monthly listeners. Jason has guided over 1,000 people through plant medicine work, been featured in DoubleBlind Magazine, and appeared on 30+ podcasts globally. He brings lineage, ethics, and depth to every conversation.  Episode Highlights ▶ Jason's journey from a Santo Daime friend's influence to an unignorable calling into the Peruvian Amazon ▶ Life at the Temple of the Way of Light and the facilitator's role as a bridge between Shipibo and Western worldviews ▶ Tobacco as the "first plant" in Amazonian origin myths, a gateway to the wider plant world ▶ The real difference between tobacco and cigarettes, and the limits of a purely reductionist, molecule-focused view ▶ How tobacco moves through the body in dieta, often surfacing in dreams as movement through dark, blocked places ▶ Why trees are considered the deeper teachers, and what their age and rootedness offer that other plants don't ▶ Tobacco as portal, trees as ongoing teacher: how the two work together in dieta ▶ Ancestral knowledge, the limits of modern assumptions, and building a new maloka, a new earth    Jason Grechanik's Links & Resources ▶ https://www.jasongrechanik.com ▶ https://www.nicotianarustica.org ▶ https://www.theuniversewithin.com ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasongrechanik   Download Beth's free trainings here:  Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business:  https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-business Integrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business ▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching  ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services ▶ Instagram:  @bethaweinstein  ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz  Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz

Steve and I discuss a wide variety of herbs of women's health and much more.Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared opens his personal "topical medicine cabinet" to share the natural products he applies topically for pain relief, muscle recovery, joint support, and injury care. Learn why topical applications can complement internal supplements, and discover the science and traditional use behind ingredients like comfrey, cayenne, arnica, magnesium, MSM, St. John's wort, and more. Jared also shares personal experiences with products that have earned a permanent place in his home, including a remarkable story about removing glass from his foot! If you're looking for natural ways to support sore muscles, stiff joints, nerve discomfort, athletic recovery, or everyday aches, this episode offers practical, evidence-informed insights to help you build your own natural topical toolkit.Products:Auminay Naturals Deep Tissue SalveChristopher's Black Ointment Aloe Life Body Heat Life-Flo LotionLife-Flo Gel:https://vitalitynutrition.com/products/life-flo%C2%AE-magnesium-gel-16-fl-oz?_pos=2&_sid=3385c69f8&_ss=r CBD Balm Call us at 801-292-6662Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/⁠

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I discuss the medicinal use of pumpkin, and an herb with a very interesting history.  Squill was once considered an essential herb, but has fallen out of use.  Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeTune of the week: Piccolo RagI show you how to play Blind Boy Fuller's "Piccolo Rag". This is a fast paced buck dance that has a lot of ornamentation. This is the kind of tune that made him a successful street performer. It is challenging, but it is a lot of fun!https://youtu.be/YUGiUuoaPR0Email: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

I don't know about you, but my social media feed is filled with stuff that is supposed to “give me more energy” to get through perimenopause. What does that even mean? Perimenopause isn't causing fatigue for no reason. Your body is doing things: some are new, and some are a sort of inverse callback to your teenage years. Yeah, that's right – menopause is like a second puberty. Fun! This is work. It's like remodeling your house while you live inside it. There's a lot to change, a lot to update, some things to take offline, and all of it happens while you're in the midst of your daily needs for function, repair, healing, and growth. Those never truly stop, but the demands of the remodel can make them all slow down, or get more difficult.In this episode, Katja shares herbs who will do some of the work for you. By reducing inflammation in the blood vessels and in the digestive tract, and by keeping your lymphatic system flowing smoothly, you can free up a lot of resources inside the body so that your internal workload is lower. In a sense they serve to enhance your inner clean-up crews and help them function more efficiently. (It would be nice if they would also clean your actual house, but alas.)It doesn't take stimulants or adaptogens to do this job. We don't always need to solve feeling tired by going to the buzzy herbs.So if you're feeling tied, but you don't even have time to take a nap, at least these herbs can do some of your work for you!Here are the links Katja talked about in this video:The Reproductive Health course, which includes not just peri/menopause, but also everything else – endometriosis, PCOS/PMOS, managing your cycle, and more. Also prostate health and andropause: reproductive health for everyone!Our full course catalog – everything we offer. (Yep, there's a lot.)Our favorite gluten free/dairy free cinnamon buns. These are SO GOOD. Our gluten free / dairy free substitutes list. Tons of options so you don't have to feel deprived as you change up your diet!Everything's on sale in July – there's still time!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

We like to sign off our show by saying, “Take care of yourselves, take care of each other, and drink some tea.” It's our favorite little motto and it's a great reminder that herbalism and self-care go right alongside mutual aid!In our episode 283: Vetting Your Herbalism Sources: Red Flags & Green Flags, we talked about how it isn't actually bucking the system to ignore the FDA and FTC laws about “telling & selling”. Neither is it a cool rebellious act to turn away from scientific knowledge, modern medical technologies, or even conventional treatments. They each have their place, and herbalism isn't an ‘alternative' to them in the sense of a dichotomous choice – either herbs or science, either herbalism or medicine. We can fit together, and we get better results when we do.But it's certainly true that conventional medicine has problems, and that the system needs some bucking! A system reliant on consumerism – buying your way to better health – always leaves people out. A lot of people. They need help, and we can help them.The best way to do that is a little surprising: take care of each other. Extend our circle of care outside ourselves, outside our family and housemates, and further out into the world. We are all here together, and we can all support one another. And since we're all herbalists here, let's do it with herbs!Three ways to get started:FREE Emergency Preparedness course – Concise and targeted lessons teach you how to prepare for emergencies ranging from hurricanes to wildfires to heatwaves. Learn to construct a modular, no-frills herbal first aid kit, food reserve, and go-bag (or shelter-in-place bag). Understand herbal wound care and all the steps to take for cuts and burns. Anticipate and prepare for the effects of climate disasters in your community, not only to help yourself, but to help others too.SLIDING SCALE Herbal Community Care Toolkit – This 20-hour video course teaches you safe, inexpensive, and accessible herbs which can make a difference in the most common health concerns in our society today. High blood pressure, diabetes, edema, pain, poor sleep – there are herbs to support people facing all of these challenges and more. They don't need to be expensive, exotic, or risky. They don't need to be “maximum strength” or “100x concentrated”. Gentle, simple, safe herbs can help people you know and love.SLIDING SCALE Accessible Herbalism course – We consider this essential training for clinical herbalists, but you don't have to be one to want this information! Providing care to everyone is challenging, and involves a lot of creativity and skill to find the right resources and get them to the right people – and to do it all without burning out. To do it, we teach strategies to work around resource constraints, addressing the realities of time and energy involved in herbal work. We share our methods for finding funding, improving access to care, and building community support networks: mutual aid for herbalists and the communities they serve.You can go deeper, of course! These are starting points to get you helpful and empowered as soon as possible, while keeping safety first. And don't forget…Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

Discover the Power of Herbal Medicine in Cancer Care with Petra SovcovJoin host Ivelisse Page on the Believe Big podcast as she welcomes Petra Sovcov, a clinical herbal therapist and Doctor of Natural Medicine based in Vancouver, BC. Founder of Healing House Natural Wellness, Petra brings decades of experience helping patients with chronic inflammatory conditions, including cancer and autoimmune diseases. In this enlightening episode, Petra shares practical, science-backed insights on how herbal remedies can complement conventional care to support detoxification, emotional health, and mental clarity.Petra discusses:Why it's vital to slow down and make informed decisions in a health crisisHow to source high-quality herbs and read product labels wiselyWhich herbs are most effective for detox and emotional balanceHow herbal tinctures can enhance treatment outcomesWhether you're a patient, caregiver, or health advocate, this episode is full of actionable tips to naturally strengthen your healing journey. Learn more about Petra Sovcov at Healing House Natural WellnessSuggested Resource Links:Petra's BlogInstitute of Holistic Nutrition - onlineWild Rose College of Herbal MedicineHerbalists Without BordersBC Herbalist AssociationCanadian Council of Herbalist AssociationsAmerican Herbalist GuildAmerican Herbal PharmacopiaYour donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now!

Steve and I discuss herbs for Indigestion, Diarrhea, & Gut Issues.  We also discuss growing your own lettuce even in the smallest spaces and indoors.Herbs that Heal(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Growby Judson Carroll, Stephen Cunninghamhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/herbs-that-heal/?oid=853&affid=281Also, I am back on Youtube Please subscribe to my channel: @judsoncarroll5902   Judson Carroll - YouTubeEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: Herbal Medicine 101 - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7QS6b0lQqEclaO9AB-kOkkvlHr4tqAbs

Do your friends ask you, “what's a good herb for…” IBS, or PMS, or fibromyalgia, or whatever is bugging them? If you've ever struggled to answer such a request, you're not alone. It's not just about the difficulty of the pathology, though – it's also about the complexity of the person, and the variability between people.Everyone thinks they can ask “what's a good herb for IBS” and that you should have the answer. (Oops, you might even be thinking about an answer right now!) The question to ask right alongside such a thought is this: is that answer appropriate for the person asking? Remember, every body is different!As herbalists, we need a lot more information than just the name of the problem.One of our favorite mottoes around here is: “people don't take the names of herbs”. It means that you're not giving a good answer if a person asks “what's a good herb for migraines” and you respond “feverfew”. You've left out tons of important details: form, dose, timing, duration, formulation… the list goes on.The other side of the equation would be “people don't take herbs for the names of their symptoms”, or their discomforts, or their diagnoses. There are no “herbs for IBS” in the abstract, or in every individual case.Examples make this point most clearly, so this week's episode of the Holistic Herbalism Podcast is us talking through five different examples of people asking for help with health problems. We describe how we would break those problems down so that we can figure out what the right answer is for them, specifically – not for “someone”, generally.What would we ask first to get a foothold on the issue? What would we observe, and ask the client to observe, as we work to figure out the information we need? How would we construct a protocol and a set of health experiments that will actually help them? Listen in to hear us talk through the process in several different cases.Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Gladden interviews Dr. Bill Rawls, who shares his transformative journey from conventional medicine to holistic healing. Bill discusses his struggles with chronic illness, particularly Lyme disease, and how he discovered the importance of cellular health and autophagy in recovery. He emphasizes the role of herbal therapies and adaptogens in promoting wellness and protecting cellular function, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of chronic illness and aging. In this conversation, they explore the intricate connections between autoimmunity, chronic illness, and the role of microbial influences. They discuss the implications of long COVID, the benefits of adaptogenic herbs, and the importance of nervous system regulation in healing. The conversation emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to health, focusing on creating a supportive environment for healing and the potential of herbal medicine in managing chronic conditions.   For Audience Join the other 20,000+ high-performers getting weekly insights on biological reversal, exponential strategies, and Life Energy optimization→ https://start.gladdenlongevity.com/subscribe If you're ready to measure your 60+ biological ages and build a personalized reversal plan, apply for a discovery call here → https://start.gladdenlongevity.com/apply-now   Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/!    Takeaways ·       Dr. Bill Rawls transitioned from conventional medicine to holistic healing due to personal health struggles. ·       Chronic Lyme disease was a pivotal point in Dr. Bill's journey, leading him to explore alternative therapies. ·       Understanding cellular health is crucial for addressing chronic illnesses. ·       Autophagy is a key process for cellular rejuvenation and health. ·       Herbal therapies can effectively support the body's healing processes. ·       Adaptogens help the body adapt to stress and promote resilience. ·       Impaired autophagy is linked to many chronic illnesses. ·       Dr. Bill emphasizes the importance of diet, sleep, and lifestyle in maintaining health. ·       Herbs can protect cells from stress and inflammation. ·       The journey of healing is often non-linear and requires exploration of various therapies. Autoimmunity may be driven by microbial invasion and immune response. ·       Long COVID symptoms could be linked to reactivation of dormant pathogens. ·       Adaptogenic herbs can support cellular health and stress management. ·       Nervous system regulation is crucial for effective healing. ·       Herbal preparations can be more effective than traditional medications. ·       Creating a healthy environment is essential for chronic illness management. ·       The body's stress response can exacerbate chronic health issues. ·       Herbs can provide a broad spectrum of benefits beyond just antimicrobial effects. ·       Education and environment play key roles in health improvement. ·       Chronic illness management requires a shift in healthcare focus.  Chapters 00:00 Dr. Bill Rawls' Journey from Conventional Medicine to Holistic Healing 05:12 Understanding Lyme Disease and Chronic Illness 10:46 The Role of Autophagy in Health and Disease 16:36 Herbal Therapies and Adaptogens in Healing 25:20 Protecting Cellular Health and Mitochondrial Function 26:20 Understanding Autoimmunity and Microbial Influence 28:02 Long COVID and Chronic Illness Connections 30:14 The Role of Adaptogenic Herbs in Healing 32:07 Nervous System Regulation and Healing 33:55 Herbal Preparations and Their Efficacy 37:54 The Broad Spectrum of Herbal Medicine 40:59 Creating a Healthy Environment for Healing 49:03 The Future of Health and Chronic Illness Management   To learn more about Dr. Bill Rawls:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rawlsmd/ Website: rawlsmd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawlsmd/   Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw       Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. 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Could the secret to better digestion be hiding in your compost bin?In this episode, clinical herbalist Heather Luna makes the case for an herb that most of us literally throw away. She reveals why orange peel (Citrus x sinensis) has become one of her favorite everyday herbs—and why it deserves a place in your kitchen instead of your compost.During our conversation, Heather explores many of the overlooked medicinal gifts of orange peel, from supporting digestion and nutrient absorption to nourishing the lungs, cardiovascular system, and microbiome. Along the way, she shares why she believes herbs belong alongside our food, not separated from it, and how simple daily practices can create the biggest changes in our health.Want an easy (and delicious!) way to start using orange peel every day? Download the beautifully illustrated recipe card for Heather's Rosehip Citrus Jam here, and discover why this simple preparation has become a favorite in her clinic.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► The surprising reason Heather puts orange peel into almost every digestive tea she makes► How orange peel behaves differently from many other bitter herbs—and why that matters► What's hiding inside the bitter white pith that most food recipes tell you to avoid► Seven delicious ways to use orange peel as food and medicine (and one clever way to use up any leftovers!)► Why slowing down to brew a daily cup of tea may be one of the most powerful herbal practices of all► and so much more…For those of you who don't know her, Heather Luna is a clinical herbalist and nutritionist, practicing in vitalist therapeutics. She is director of the Acorn School of Herbal Medicine where she hosts an online community learning platform for foundational, advanced, and clinical herbalism programs. She has been an instructor of Western herbalism since 2006 and has facilitated a free clinic since 2017.Heather's work emphasizes a vitalist approach to the application of herbs, nutrition, and holistic lifestyle. She is a mother, gardener, and a forever student of nature. Heather carries a lineage in the vitalist tradition with a mission to pass it on.This episode is a beautiful reminder that herbalism doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes the most profound medicine begins with slowing down, paying attention, and making good use of what we've already been given.----Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comWould you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here for the video.You can find Heather at AcornHerbSchool.com.For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here.

Today's episode is about hibiscus energetics – a quick clarification on plant species & parts, and how herbal energetics & actions may differ among them.The hibiscus you find most often in stores or shops or herbal drinks is Hibiscus sabdariffa, and it's the specific part of the flower called the calyx.The calyx of Hibiscus sabdariffa is distinct from those of other species in the genus. From this species, this part is fleshy, red, and sour. These characteristics are signals to us. The red comes from anthocyanins, and indicates antioxidant/anti-inflammatory and blood-vessel-stabilizing actions; the sour means draining to excess fluid, and cooling to excess heat. Energetically, then, it's cooling, drying, tonifying.This is also the part with greater evidence for impacts on reducing cholesterol levels, triglycerides, and blood pressure. There is some evidence that hibiscus can lower blood sugar, as well. This part has an interaction with the antimalarial drug chloroquine – but this is also true of lemonade and other acidic drinks, not a uniquely hibiscus problem. Almost all discussion of and research about hibiscus revolves around H. sabdariffa calyx.Other species of Hibiscus don't produce that fleshy calyx. The leaves and flower petals of H. sabdariffa itself, and the leaves and flowers of other Hibiscus species (e.g. the rose of Sharon, H. syriacus and rose mallow, H. rosa-sinensis), are more similar to the herb marshmallow & other members of the mallow family. They are cooling, moistening, and relaxant, with a mucilaginous quality. They can help with dry coughs, sore throats, dehydration, and similar dry conditions.So to review: all parts of all species are cooling. Leaf & flower are moistening & relaxant. H. sabdariffa calyx is drying & tonifying. You can compare the H.sab calyx to rose hips, and the leaves & flowers to marshmallow.It's important to keep this distinction in mind whenever discussing “hibiscus”!All this illustrates a fundamental truth of herbalism, very clearly: plant species, part of plant, and other specific details about an herb can make a big difference in how we work with it, and what it can accomplish. So, don't let these details slip past you! They could make the difference between a remedy that does the job, and one that lets you down.For further info on hibiscus:HHP 191: Herbs A-Z: Hibiscus & Hypericumimages of Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx at IPlantzHibiscus profile at Herbal RealityAnd for more high-quality education about herbs, with all the necessary details and nuances: learn with us!Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

Ric Scalzo began his exploration of herbal and naturopathic medicine in 1980, delving into fields such as Naturopathic Herbal Medicine, Eclectic Herbal Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and various diagnostic methods. He earned a master's degree in Herbal Medicine from the School of Herbal Medicine and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. After several years of medical practice, Ric founded Gaia Herbs in 1987 and grew Gaia to the most respected and successful herbal company in the country. After selling Gaia in 2019, Ric established the Institute of Botanical Research in Arizona and established CR Medicinal Farms, a regenerative organic farm in Costa Rica. These became the stepping stones for his new adventure called Kokora, a herbal products company focused on regenerative organic cultivation with a mission to "create the finest herbal remedies that promote health and vitality for all". Celebrated for his pioneering work in Herbal Medicine and his dedication to preserving herbal integrity for over four decades, Ric continues to innovate in the field and plays a key role in integrating regenerative agriculture with herbal medicine. In this episode, Ric Scalzo explores how regenerative herbal farming, constitution‑based botanical formulas, and aligned sleep practices can radically upgrade immune resilience, metabolic health, and inner‑outer environment regeneration.   RESOURCES: Learn more about Ric and Kokora Life here: http://kokoralife.com Instagram: @kokoralife Check out our previous episode with Ric here: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/ricscalzo  Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara   CHAPTERS:  00:00 – Ric Scalzo bio and herbal medicine journey. 00:30 – Founding Gaia Herbs and moving into regenerative farming. 00:59 – Why Ric's research farm and regenerative agriculture matter. 02:01 – New regenerative agriculture courses and Kokora Life. 02:32 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes story and offer. 04:19 – Interview begins: welcoming Ric back and setting the stage. 05:07 – Life in Costa Rica and fruit‑tree sanctuary. 05:59 – Turning a sugarcane monocrop into a regenerative organic farm. 07:04 – Soil microbiology, nutrient density, and immune resilience. 08:47 – Environmental toxins, plastics, and depleted soils as a "double whammy." 11:02 – Why regenerative agriculture is essential for diversity and life. 13:02 – Soil diversity, multiple crops, and gut microbiome parallels. 23:31 – Ric's clinical background, diagnostic methods, and constitutional herbal formulas. 28:33 – Mast cells, allergies, and Total Defense immune support philosophy. 31:24 – Immune stressors, nasal turbinates, silent onset, and inflammation research. 36:06 – Quick Response vs Total Defense: timing the immune "war." 36:06 – Higher Coaching, app, retreats, and lab‑based work. 41:43 – Sleep, circadian rhythm, angel train metaphor, and latency vs maintenance. 49:51 – Golden Milk Bliss, ojas, sattva, and nighttime nervous‑system support. 53:07 – Why to support Kokora and what regenerative agriculture provides.   WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats   SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison   INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv   If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

What if the pills in your medicine cabinet are the problem, not the fix? Dr. Robert Beltran was a triple board-certified surgeon and pharmacist for 30 years. Then a 2014 accident left him dependent on OxyContin. A five-herb blend from an Asian market cleared his brain fog in three weeks and got him off opioids, launching a decade of formulating plant-based supplements at recomnd Nutrition. Meet our guest Dr. Robert Beltran (MD, PharmD, FACS) is a retired ENT and cosmetic surgeon and the CEO and Chief Formulator of recomnd Nutrition. At 73, he blends a pharmacist's rigor with a decade of clinical work on herbal formulas for cognition, stress, and sexual wellness. Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker's Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Ultimate Health Optimization Deals: a database of of all the current best biohacking deals on technology, supplements, systems and more Latest Summits, Conferences, Masterclasses, and Health Optimization Events: join me at the top events around the world FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course: gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus Key takeaways A 2024 DNA barcoding study found 60% of shelf supplements don't match their label At least half of market supplements show no measurable benefit No clinical study has shown an obvious anti-aging benefit from NAD, per Beltran Herbs like tongkat ali and maca raise the body's own testosterone without replacing it 70% of men on testosterone therapy over 12-18 months develop side effects Antidepressants, sedatives, and sleep aids account for 60,000 deaths a year Fix exercise, diet, and stress before reaching for any supplement Episode highlights 01:53 The accident and the opioid trap 04:43 The five-herb blend that changed everything 07:01 What extract ratios really mean 18:31 The case against NAD 28:26 Herbs that raise testosterone naturally 30:55 The testosterone therapy risks clinics bury 49:15 The 60,000-death problem 53:26 Three desert-island ingredients 01:01:22 What to fix before any supplement   Links Watch it on YouTube: Full episode show notes: https://outliyr.com/268  Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter (X) YouTube LinkedIn Easy ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Suggest a guest Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick

Herbal confidence takes some work to develop. The whole point of learning herbalism is to help people – but when you're still a student, that's a little bit tricky! You don't always know the answer. It might be something you just didn't learn about yet. Or maybe you know part of it, but you're not confident about the whole story. Maybe the question was just really intimidating! So you feel hesitant and unsure about how to help.As you learn more, your confidence will grow. It's ok to wait – you don't have to start giving out advice the moment you begin learning about herbs! That pressure isn't helping you, and setting it aside is completely appropriate.But the flip side is this: you do have to get some practice, right? Especially as you develop your knowledge beyond the basics. Otherwise it's going to feel too hard forever. It needs to be real-world practice, too, not just theory. You need ways to put your skills to work, even as you're in the process of developing them.Fear not, friends: we've got solutions for this. Today's episode of the Holistic Herbalism Podcast is all about a game you can play to get that practice in a way that is totally safe! It's simple, free, and guaranteed to boost your confidence & capability for making accurate assessments and giving good advice.Any questions? You can contact us anytime: info@commonwealthherbs.com is our email address, and the best way to reach us.Interested in a clinical consultation with us? Find all of our clinic options right here. By the way, you don't have to be a student with us to get a clinic session – it's open to everyone!Learn all about the 4 pillars and a holistic approach to herbalism with this free course: 4 Keys to Holistic HerbalismOnce you're a student, you can get a Quick Help session at any time. Just grab any free course (or paid course!) and you'll have access to free sessions with katja on Thursdays – the link is right on your student dashboard. Students also get access to our live Q&A sessions, our private student community, and more!Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

How do you know when you can trust an herbalism teacher, influencer, book, or blog? How can you determine whether a scientific study has relevant information for your practice? Vetting your herbalism sources of information is an essential skill for students and practitioners alike.Today's episode, we lay out some red flags and green flags for this determination. These are indicators that you should be more cautious or skeptical on the one hand, or on the other hand that you can feel more trust in what you're told. They're not absolutes – no one data point is determinative – but they can help you more swiftly come to a decision.You can absolutely learn from teachers with flaws. In fact, you'll have to! We all have them. Still, if someone is out there telling you “this herb is Amish ibuprofen” or “this herb is nature's Ozempic”, those are strong signals that this person isn't interested in a grounded, nuanced, and detailed understanding of how herbs work in humans. Similar signals come from statements like “these are the lost secrets of ancient wisdom”, “everyone needs to take this one special herb”, and “the government & big pharma don't want you to know…” Each of these might begin from a truth or half-truth, but they obscure true history, individual variation, and the actual causes of over-medicalization in our society. Those who pass them on uncritically, or use them to gin up likes & follows, are doing you – and all herbalists – a disservice.Green flags for an herbal ‘authority' include clarity of context: “this herb is helpful here, for these people, for these problems; but not there, for those, or that.” This context can include elements such as energetic indications, action-centered (as opposed to disease-centered) claims about herbal efficacy, realistic consideration of contraindications or drug interactions, and a lot of specificity about format, dose, frequency, duration, and the other practical elements of how people work with herbs in the real world. The more of these you see a person offer, the more reliable you may judge their information to be.Scientific articles about herbs – and even moreso, popular press publications about those articles – carry red flags and green flags, too. The first step is always to assess whether a study, trial, or review article tells you anything which really applies to the work you do. If it's billed as an investigation into calamus safety, but it's actually a study of a single constituent of calamus essential oil, injected into mice at doses one could literally never encounter via eating calamus root, drinking its decoction, or taking its tincture – well, that's interesting, but it doesn't have any practical impact on whether you include calamus in a formula for your client.The basics of reading & understanding scientific studies come forward here. Is it on general populations, or a specific group of people (children, elders, those with a particular disease state)? Is it an actual trial on humans, or an animal study – or an in vitro / in silico investigation? If it's a review article, how did they select which sources to include and exclude?All that is true even before we get into the issue of AI articles and AI citations, but when you see those it's one of the reddest red flags of all. Even without the influence of AI, basic science errors (like mismatch between the botanical and common names of plants under study) can pop up. Then there are issues of funding, conflicts of interest, and the scourge of selective publication. Green flags, on the other hand, rise up when we find a study which includes traditional syndrome differentiations – the application of herbal energetics in the selection / review process of the trial. When a study's done on a ‘crude extract', like tea or tincture you can make at home, that's another sign that this information may really matter to you. Ideally, we'd get studies done on free-living humans, with the types of remedies we actually recommend to our clients – so again, the question comes down to: how close is this to our actual work?We'd like for everyone to go to an herbalism school where you can ask the teachers these kinds of questions, anytime you want. That's the kind of learning environment we provide! We like to we raise green flags, and we'd love for you to learn with us! But… you might want to wait for July 1st, that's when our big summer sale begins!Everything's on sale in July!All our offerings are self-paced online video courses. They all come with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!Use code CATNIP at checkout to get 20% off!Mentioned in this episode:HHP 065: How To Not Be A GuruHHP 125: This Is Not The Practice Of MedicineHHP 215: Don't Let the Feds Get You DownIf you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared launches a brand-new series called Ancient Medicine Cabinet, exploring time-tested herbal traditions through the lens of modern science. The first herb under the microscope is Guggul, a resin used in Ayurvedic medicine for more than 3,000 years to support healthy fat metabolism, liver function, and overall vitality. Jared discusses the growing epidemic of fatty liver disease, why triglycerides may matter more than many people realize, and the fascinating connection between liver health, thyroid function, and metabolic efficiency. He also explains how Guggul works, who may benefit most from it, how to choose a quality supplement, and practical ways to support healthy liver function through nutrition and targeted supplementation. If you're interested in metabolic health, healthy aging, or the wisdom of traditional herbal medicine, this episode is a great place to start.Products:Vitality Nutrition LiverVitalityNature's Formulary GuggulNatural Factors Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)Natural Factors N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC)Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/⁠

On this episode, Jared sits down with Amber Lynn Vitale, certified nutritionist, Ayurvedic clinical consultant, and national educator for Sabinsa Wellness, to explore the fascinating world of Ayurvedic medicine and what it can teach us about personalized health. They discuss the importance of ingredient sourcing, raw material testing, and how to know you're getting a quality product when choosing supplements. Amber shares how ancient Ayurvedic principles focus on understanding the individual rather than treating everyone the same, and how modern research is beginning to validate many of these time-tested concepts. The conversation also dives into the rigorous standards Sabinsa uses to ensure purity, potency, and consistency in herbal ingredients. If you've ever wondered how to evaluate supplement quality or wanted a practical introduction to Ayurveda, this episode is a great place to start. Visit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/⁠

Today we're sharing some thoughts about uncertainty versus imposter syndrome, and learning herbalism. Recently, we did a 20 Questions video for the folks at HerbRally – it ran nearly four hours long!  Two of the questions we were asked wove a theme together, and we wanted to share them here.The first question was “how do you deal with uncertainty as an herbalist?” The person asking this may have been expecting some kind of study trick that would help them to feel confident enough in their skills that they didn't feel uncertainty in their practice – like an antidote to imposter syndrome!But we have this sign in our apothecary that says “there's only the hard way” (and if you know, you know!) and that applies here: the way of herbalism is uncertain. Accepting the presence of uncertainty is the first step toward navigating it confidently.Now, we're not talking about under-training: the first thing to do is to get trained, of course. But once you have trained for years and years, and even once you've been in practice for years, you are still on a journey with uncertainty. Which sounds a little zen, perhaps – and actually, a little bit, it is! Training the mind to accept uncertainty, while still finding the truth of the moment, is as important a skill for an herbalist as it is for a monk.Next, someone asked us about mistakes new herbalists make, and how long it takes to “feel like you know what you're doing.” (Do you see a theme here?) They want to know if it's going to take years to feel confident, or if there's some way to accelerate the development of that confidence. Yes.These questions come up for lots of herbalists. Especially because a lot of us are practicing alone in our communities. Sure, there are herbal friends online, but maybe you're the only herbalist in your town, and you're feeling the weight of that solitude. A lot of folks don't have elders or mentors available, and that makes it harder to practice.One solution to that problem is online clinical herbalism mentorship – and we've got that for you!Did you know that you can book a one-on-one Zoom session with Katja to talk through your goals, your challenges, and how to get you where you want to be in your herbal practice? You can! It's open to anyone, and the easiest way to book one is to go to enroll in any free course – they're at the top of the list. (They're truly free: you don't even need a credit card.) That will set up a student dashboard for you, and right there on the menu on the left you'll see, about halfway down, Quick Help Sessions – click that link and it'll take you right to the scheduling calendar!If this episode caught your attention, then our Clinical Skills course is for you! Learn to practice legally, safely, collaboratively, and effectively. Get all your client forms & scheduling systems sorted. Cultivate consultation interview skills, and explore methods for planning personalized protocols. Everything you need to be a top-notch herbalist!Like all our offerings, this self-paced online video course comes with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, lifetime access to current & future course material, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!If you enjoyed the episode, it helps us a lot if you subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!