I have already had a great respect for Chinese herbal medicine. Indeed I included it as part of my degree studies, to theoretical level. Chinese medicine has been at the forefront of many natural remedies for thousands of years. It combines well with nutritional and other herbal medicines, as well as with conventional medicines (with appropriate cautions per individual circumstance, of course). Th...
* 1 part chamomile flowers
* 1 part lemon verbena leaves
* 1 part oatstraw
* 1 part passiflora leaves
* 1 part skullcap leaves
* 1 dropperful valerian/wild poppy tincture* (up to 2 droppersful)
Combine all herbs in a pot, and cover with boiling water. Stir well, cover, and steep 15 to 20 minutes.
Add the tincture to the last few sips, up to four times per day.
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Stress is something that we all experience on some level in our everyday lives. While a little stress can help motivate us to do the things we want to do, too much stress can take a toll on our bodies and our emotional wellbeing. After giving energy to family members, work projects, home duties, and friends there is often little time left for ourselves! Taking a few minutes to brew, sip, and...
Herbal Infusions and Decoctions Tea is a water extract of herbs called an infusion . Hot Infusions Hot infusions draw out vitamins, enzymes, and aromatic volatile oils. A few good herbs for hot infusions include Chamomile, Holy Basil, Ginger, Nettle, Peppermint, and Skullcap. Basic Method ~ Scoop 1-3 tablespoons of dried herb into a strainer. ~ Heat 1 cup of water until it just comes to a ...
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