The Active Herbalist

By Becca Kawaoka

The Active Herbalist is a beginner-friendly introduction to common herbs and how they can support an active lifestyle. Learn about the herbs in your spice cabinet and their healing properties in a dow... more

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FAQs about The Active Herbalist:

How many episodes does The Active Herbalist have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.

The Active Herbalist episodes:

January 30, 2025 Episode 5: Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Turmeric
Curcuma longa

In this episode, Becca discusses all things turmeric! Discussion points are listed below. Enjoy and thanks for listening!

History & Growing
Parts of Turmeric Used
Turmeric’s Taste
Turmeric’s Energetics
Turmeric’s Herbal Actions
Body Systems turmeric acts upon
Traditional Uses
Current Uses
Studies:
- Citation: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7522354/
When to reach for turmeric & Dosage
Contraindications
Planetary, Elemental and Dosha Associations

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34min
January 23, 2025 Episode 4: Rose (Rosa spp.)
Rose
Rosa spp. of the Rosaceae family

“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” – Romeo and Juliet

In this week's episode, I discuss all things rose! Topics I discuss are below. Enjoy!

-History & Growing
-Parts of Rose used
-Taste
-Energetics
-Actions
-Ways to consume rose
-Body Systems, Tissues & Organs that Rose acts upon
-Rose Superpowers
-Traditional Uses
-Current Uses
-Contraindications
-When to reach for rose, dosage, and what parts of rose to use?
-Planetary, Elemental & Dosha Correspondences

Sources and Citations:
Body Into Balance, Maria Groves
Evolutionary Herbalism, Sajah Popham
Encylopedia of Herbal Medicine, Andrew Chevallier
Marofi et al., 2015

Links:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10758878/#sec3m
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3343291/#sec14
https://nativememoryproject.org/plant/wild-rose/
https://morningstaronline.co.uk/node/44082
http://www.theoldfoodie.com/2014/05/the-rose-hip-collection-campaign-ww-ii.html
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28min
January 16, 2025Episode 3: Echinacea (E. purpurea, E. pallida and E. angustifolia)
In this episode I discuss the popular herb, echinacea! Discussion points covered are below. Enjoy!
Growing Echinacea

Echinacea’s Taste & Parts of Echinacea Used

Echinacea’s Energetics

Echinacea’s Actions

Organs, Tissues, and Body Systems that echinacea acts on

Traditional Use of Echinacea (click on link here)

Current Uses of Echinacea

Studies on Echinacea

Forms & Formulations of Echinacea

When to Reach for Echinacea & Dosage

Safety Considerations

Planetary, Dosha & Elemental Correspondence
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34min
January 09, 2025 Episode 2: Chamomile (Chamomilla recutita & Chamaemelum nobile)
In this episode, Becca discusses all things Chamomile!

Discussion Points:
Chamomilla recutita & Chamaemelum nobile
- German vs Roman Chamomile
- Parts Used
- Taste
- Energetics

Actions
-Body Systems benefited by Chamomile
-Deep Dive into Chamomile Uses & Actions
-Studies & Research
-When to reach for Chamomile
-How to use Chamomile
-Considerations & Contraindications
-Forms of Chamomile
-Alchemical & Dosha Notes

Thanks for listening!
-Becca
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20min
January 04, 2025Episode 1: Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Welcome to the Active Herbalist podcast. In this week's episode I discuss everything about ginger!
Episode 1 Review:
Ginger's scientific name, taste, and parts used

Ginger's actions and the associated body systems

Ginger's profile and studies supporting ginger's regular use

Contraindications and considerations for ginger use

When to reach for ginger and easy ways to use it

Ways to consume ginger

Enjoy and thanks for listening!
Coach Becca
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8min

FAQs about The Active Herbalist:

How many episodes does The Active Herbalist have?

The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.