Shata Dhauta Ghrita (100x Washed Ghee)
Move over tallow, there’s a new (skincare) oil in town! Actually, it’s not new at all…
Meet one of Ayurveda’s oldest skin remedies: Shata Dhauta Ghrita, also known as “100 times washed ghee.”
Smoke Is in the Air!
As the hot days of summer continue, fires are burning across many parts of the country. Here in North Idaho, the smoke has become a familiar part of the landscape, with the Spokane fires and numerous others burning throughout the surrounding region. Smoke-filled air can take a toll on our lungs, but there are practical steps we can take to help support respiratory health during wildfire season.
Making Homemade Ghee
Those who are dairy free like me (😢😭) may be able to tolerate ghee as it is pure fat with none of the proteins or lactose. Yum! Hey, our bodies must have fats to make hormones, which run every action in our body. Talking more about this may be a deep dive with a future […]
Persian Love Energy Bars
It used to be that the mention of a vegan recipe elicited visions of boring cardboard-tasting snacks that only the most devout would consume. This energy bar breaks through that barrier with robust flavor and texture. The Persian Love spice blend adds a warmth that heals broken hearts and imparts a sense of peace and […]
Inulin – More Than Just Dietary Fiber
What do dandelion, burdock, chicory and garlic have in common? They all contain inulin. Inulin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide made up of chains of fructose molecules that are not digested in the small intestine, and belongs to a class of dietary fibers known as fructans. In plants, inulin is used as energy storage and […]
Nervous System, Anxiety & Stress Relief
When we’re talking stress relief, personalized is the way to go. 1. Breathe! Take time out to stop, breathe, and become aware of your body. Focus on your inhaling and slower exhaling. You may not be aware of it, but your heart slows down upon exhaling, and speeds up when inhaling. This is a healthy […]
Your Herbal Journey Begins Here: Download Suzanne Tabert’s FREE Intro to Herbal Medicine eBook
Everyone starts somewhere. Whether you’re simply curious about herbal medicine or you’ve dreamed of creating your own home apothecary, every herbalist begins with a single step: learning to see the remarkable healing potential of the plants around us. To help you get started, Suzanne Tabert has created a beautiful, 18-page eBook—completely free. Introduction to Herbal […]
Suzanne’s New Book The Forager’s Apothecary Available for Pre-Order!
If you’ve ever wished you could step outside your door and see the landscape through the eyes of an herbalist, you’ll be excited to hear that Suzanne Tabert’s newest book, The Forager’s Apothecary: Remedies and Recipes for 50 Common Wild Plants, is now available for pre-order on Amazon! Whether you’re just beginning your foraging journey or […]
Foraging a Connection with Nature
There are many more benefits to foraging plants in the wild than just the medicine they bring to us. Before we pick our first plant, we are brought into the exquisite beauty of nature. It’s the peace and quiet that first draws attention. The utter calm that is so different from the jarring electricity of […]
Intro to Salal (Gaultheria shallon)
The leaves of salal contain several phenolic acids including tannic and gallic acids. They dry out congested tissue. Think of a sponge – when we squeeze a sponge, water comes out, it dries, and is then able to function better. The tannins in salal help to squeeze fluid out of the lungs and sinuses, as it were, bringing down inflammation and opening pathways to allow for better respiratory function.
