The Herbalist's Path

Have you ever wondered if your natural remedies actually work, or not? 
Oftentimes, the importance of quality ingredients can make a world of difference in your herbal medicines.

Also, recognizing that herbs aren't instant fix pills and often require lifestyle changes to see their effects maximized. The effectiveness of your DIY remedies is also dependent on the accuracy of choice and dosage according to whoever you’re treating, and their symptoms. Really, it’s all about holistic healthy care, body, mind, and soul!

00:02 Importance of Natural Remedies
01:40 Common Misconceptions about Herbal Remedies
03:08 The Importance of Quality in Herbal Remedies
05:41 Choosing the Right Herbs for Your Body
09:50 Understanding the Solubility of Constituents in Herbal Remedies
10:00 Dosage Matters in Herbal Remedies
10:34 Recap and Upcoming Events

For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, head here: https://www.theherbalistspath.com/blog/why-your-diy-herbal-remedies-dont-work

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

Finding Hope: A Discussion on Infertility, Loss, and Healing

In this conversation Sarah Cox shares her personal journey with infertility, pregnancy loss, and her subsequent healing process. Sarah's inspiring story takes us through her struggles with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), successful pregnancy via fertility treatment, coping with the loss of her daughter Jasmine, and eventual birth of her 'rainbow' and 'pot of gold' children. She emphasizes the importance of seeking support and communication, highlighting the healing effects of sharing one's experience. Sarah also introduces her Project Finding Your Rainbow and her podcast 'Finding Hope After Loss,' initiatives that raise awareness and provide support to other women experiencing infant loss, infertility, and similar challenges.

02:13 Sarah's Personal Journey Through Loss

07:30 Understanding the Emotional Impact of Loss

10:46 The Healing Power of Shared Experiences

12:32 Project Finding Your Rainbow: A Healing Initiative

21:23 Navigating the Complex Emotions of Grief and Joy

25:25 Therapeutic Modalities for Coping

27:22 The Power of Acupuncture

28:50 The Emotional Impact of Child Loss

29:34 The Joy of Rainbow Babies

32:48 The Importance of Support and Community

37:09 The Journey of Jasmine and the Power of Storytelling

39:26 The Struggles of Balancing Work and Personal Life

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*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

Stress, depression, and anxiety are major problems for our kids today. From school, and peer pressure, to social media, screen times, crappy foods messing up the gut microbiome, and just living in our wild and crazy society today, it’s no wonder why depression, and other behavioral disorders are on the rise for our children and teens today. 

Thankfully there are herbs that can help, along with dietary and lifestyle considerations.

In this episode we’ll cover some of my favorite herbs in 3 major herbal categories.

• 01:50 Depression and Anxiety in Children & Adolescents
• 02:48 The Role of Herbs in Stress Management
• 04:32 Understanding Nervine Herbs
• 09:18 The Power of Antidepressant Herbs
• 12:57 Adaptogenic Herbs for Stress Management

Check out the blog post for this episode, for even greater details here. 

If you’re ready to dive deeper on ways you can support your kids, and yourself with herbs to help ease stress, depression, and anxiety, check out this workshop right here. https://www.theherbalistspath.com/Herbs-Relieve-Stress-Anxiety-Depression 

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Meet the brilliant woman Chris Alstat, the powerhouse behind Eclectic Herbs in Sandy, Oregon! As a naturopathic physician, mom, teacher, and all-around compassionate business guru, Chris spills the herbal tea on her adventure from '90s New Zealand to the herbal haven she's cultivated today. Eclectic Herb, founded by the visionary Dr. Ed Alstat, flips the script on herb preservation—cue the freeze-drying magic to lock in all that nutritional goodness.

We got to dive into Chris's 16-year love story with her late husband Ed, witnessing Eclectic Herb evolve from a physician's secret to a health food store sensation. Chris shared her love of herb camps on Eclectic’s farm, where kids mix up remedies and concoct potions. She shared her secrets to getting little ones hooked on gardening and cooking. Despite the COVID curveball, Chris can't wait to restart the herb camps, sharing the joy of growing and nurturing life with the next generation. 

Check out Eclectic Herb’s superior herbal products here. 

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Or, take advantage of the generous discount they give to our Apothecary Momma members, by joining us here.

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Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

It's time we shift our perspective and see our kitchens in a new light. 🍂 In today's episode, we're exploring how the herbs and spices in our holiday dishes are not just for flavor, but are powerful medicines hiding in plain sight. 🥧

Rosemary, sage, thyme, and more - these aren't just ingredients, they're potent medicine, right inside your kitchen, right now. Discover their medicinal secrets and how they can transform your well-being. 

Join me as we learn to look at our food as medicine, empowering ourselves with each meal. It's time to embrace the natural healing powers that have been right under our noses all along!

Tune in and transform your kitchen into a source of healing. Catch all the herbal insights through this link. Let's make our health journey delicious and empowering!

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If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

Can you imagine working in the ICU for 20 years, and then discovering the world of plant medicine, spending your days digging in the dirt, and connecting with mother nature? That's exactly what happened to Cherylin!

In this episode she shares stories of her journey as a nurse, turned herbal enthusiast, and patient healthcare advocate. We chat about the broken western medical system, and seeing that there's got to be a better way.
 
🌼She talks about dandelion, and how it called to her as a young woman, and so much more! And how she's learned so much on her herbal medicine journey inside of Apothecary Momma.

If you or someone you love could use some support navigating their medical care options, & you'd like to connect with Cherilyn you can find her at graithcare.com & use code cmoragn to get 10% off!

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Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?

Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of Need

It's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!💚 Click here to ge

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Ready to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge?

Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you.

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If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

Let's talk about immune health and the sneaky way sugar can mess with it—especially after that Halloween candy binge! In this episode we explore the science behind lifestyle choices that can truly fortify your immune system and keep those winter sniffles at bay.
We also dive into the difference of our immunomodulating herbs, and our immune stimulants. When you might want to take one over the other, and explore some of the best to use for your kiddos and the whole family. 
Plus, we'll cover how we can support our whole being, body, mind, and soul, which in turn will support the immune system, so you and your whole crew can stay healthy and well through the cooler weather times!

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Ready to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge?

Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you.

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If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

It's time to get real about the Western medicine vs herbal medicine debate. Why is there a divide, and can these two coexist? Spoiler: They absolutely can. We also explore immune health—how to give it a natural boost and why herbs like elderberries are the real deal when it comes to fighting off those nasty flu viruses. 

And since cold and flu season is upon us, I chatted a bit  about fevers and the best herbs to soothe those high temps. Reality is, our kitchen might just be your new pharmacy. 

Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode's packed with herbal nuggets that'll have you rethinking your healthcare approach. So tune in and let's get empowered with plant medicine!
And, if you're ready to up your herb game, check out the Kid Safe Herb Club, where we cover herbal safety, plant identification, wildcrafting, and deep dive studies on one herb every month! It's $7 bucks a month, and  you can check it out right here.

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Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?

Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of Need

It's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!💚 Click here to ge

Support the show

Ready to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge?

Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you.

Learn more here

If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

Imagine if in this world, we had an herbalist in every home... 

You know, your ancestors were herbalist's right? And since I've created this podcast, my whole mission has been to help inspire a movement where there's an herbalist in every home...AGAIN!

In this episode I talked about some of the biggest benefits to being the herbalist in your home. Such as the cost savings you'll see, greater health, connection to nature, more empowerment, and the list goes on and on and on.

If you're all about being the herbalist in your home,  or just thinking about it, I'd love if you reach out and let me know on social media. 

Let's make this herbalism stuff #SpreadLikeWildFlowers
✌🏼💚🌎🌿🌼

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If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.

If you're tired of hit-or-miss herbal remedies and want to get serious about making effective, safe medicine for you and your family.  We're diving into sourcing quality ingredients, the importance of precise measurements. 

Mel tackles the often-overlooked topic of contraindications. Herbs may be natural, but that doesn't mean they're always safe. From potential interactions with medications to other health scenarios, she's diving into what you need to be cautious of. 

Tune in to learn not only how to create your own herbal remedies but also how to store them effectively. After all, nobody wants a moldy medicine! You'll also get the lowdown on Medicine Makin' Mommas, Mel's in-depth program that's open for enrollment now with some pretty awesome bonuses. 

By the end of this episode, you'll walk away empowered, informed, and itching to dive into your own herbal creations. So if you're ready to level up your herbal medicine game with the perfect blend of science and community, this episode is for you.

Heading  out wildcrafting, be sure to check out United Plant Savers, before you go!  Ready to take your medicine making to the next level?

Join us inside of Medicine Makin' Mommas

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Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?

Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of Need

It's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!💚 Click here to ge

Support the show

Ready to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge?

Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you.

Learn more here

If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸

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Disclaimer:
*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.