Choosing essential herbs for your apothecary When it comes to building a home apothecary, choosing the right herbs is essential. Having a well stocked herbal medicine cabinet can provide a …
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Building Your Home Apothecary
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Our Body Systems
We are an intricate web that all works together. One of the things I absolutely love, as I am studying to become a Master Herbalist, is learning about the body …
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Ashwagandha: The Amazing Adaptogen
Ashwagandha – Withania somnifera – is one of the most commonly used herbs in Ayurveda practice, and being an adaptogen is only the beginning of what this herb can do for you. It is known as a Rasayana, or a tonic, and more specifically a nervine tonic, and is the most prominent Rasayana herb in Ayurveda.