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Herbs & Herbalism
In days past women relied on simple wisdom, common sense, and pantries well-stocked with herbs to help their families with common ailments. With few exceptions, these herbal remedies were made from plants and herbs that grew in the kitchen garden or were gathered in fields and woods. People are again becoming aware of the importance of returning to the use of whole foods and healthy herbs in their lives. Here you can explore the natural world of plants & herbs to help you live a simpler and healthier life.
Does Any of this Sound Familar?
When wanting to learn about herbs, it can feel impossible to know where to begin. There are thousands of books and websites. There are even more herbs and preparations. How do you know where to start learning or which herb to use?
The Outdoor Apotheca eliminates the overwhelm and makes learning about herbs simple. We believe that everyone should have access to the beneficial herbs that grow around them. There is no need to buy expensive supplements when you already have a powerful apothecary in your own kitchen, garden, or even in your yard.
12 Amazing Benefits Of Lemon Balm You Need to Know
Discover the health and medicinal benefits Of Lemon Balm and why you need it in your garden.
The Benefits of Boneset Tincture & 6 Easy Steps To Create It
Learn how to make boneset tincture, an immune tonic that soothes inflammation and eases cold and flu symptoms, with this easy guide. Simple and effective!
The Magic of Mugwort, the Mother of Herbs
Mugwort is magical and mysterious. It has a long history of traditional use as a medical herb, cure-all, and culinary flavoring. Mugwort will boost your health and healing potential.
Incredible Juniper Berries: Identification, Uses & Benefits
Juniper berries have many uses. This article explains how to identify juniper berries, their medicinal uses, and how to cook with them.
4 Easy Winter Foraging Finds (and How to Use Them)
4 Easy Winter Foraging Finds (and How to Use Them) – This quick read offers four easy winter foraging finds and how to use these edible and medical plants.
Making Herbal Electuaries: An Easy Herbal Remedy
Learn to make herbal electuaries – powdered herbs mixed with honey to produce pleasant tasting medicinal preparations while extending the herb’s shelf life.
Easy Pine Needle Cough Syrup: Only 3 Ingredients
Craft a quick and incredible pine needle cough syrup with concentrated pine tea and local honey. A comforting remedy for all ages!
Foraging Wintergreen: Tips For Finding And Using This Delicious Herb
Identifying wintergreen, as well as its benefits and uses. Learn the challenges in foraging for this herb and tips on how to avoid common mistakes.
Easy Homemade Cough Remedy Made With Common Kitchen Spices
Try this simple, yet effective homemade cough remedy you can whip up with everyday kitchen ingredients.
Health Benefits of Mullein – An Amazing Herb to Know
Discover the health benefits of mullein! Often overlooked, it’s a favorite among herbalists for its versatility and medicinal uses.
Northeast Winter Foraging: 10 Wild Plants That You Can Eat
While there aren’t as many options of wild plants that you can eat during this time, there are at least 9 plants that I’ve had good success in foraging during a long New England winter.
How to Make Amazing Dandelion Jelly: Sunshine in a Jar
Discover how to turn common dandelions into delicious dandelion jelly with this easy, step-by-step guide. Perfect for springtime canning!
Usnea Tincture Recipe: Natural Cold-Fighting Power
Make this dual-extract Usnea tincture recipe to have on hand when you feel a cough or cold coming on or In times of acute immune response.
Cedarwood and Sage Winter Bath Soak Recipe
Indulge in a winter treat with Evergreen Forest Bath Salts. Luxurious Dead Sea salt meets pine, cedar, juniper, and sage for a soothing bath soak recipe..
Root Tinctures: Powerful Earth Medicine
Making root tinctures is a low-tech and ancient practice that can yield potent plant medicine.
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