Birch trees are one of my fall and winter foraging favorites, and they have many edible and medicinal parts! In this post I’ll focus on the different parts of the birch tree you can forage, as well as how to be mindful of the tree’s health and longevity. Read on to learn more about foraging…
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Dandelion Root Muffins (paleo & gluten free)
{This post is sponsored by iHerb} Dandelion root is one of my favorite medicinal herbs to use for many reasons. It is great for digestion and can be used to make digestive bitters. It is also a tonic for the liver and is high in many trace vitamins and minerals. When dandelion root is roasted…
Pine Needle Cough Syrup
Pine needles may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of natural herbal medicine, but they actually do have a lot of benefits! This pine needle cough syrup is easy to make and is helpful for calming coughs and soothing sore throats. Medicinal Benefits of Pine Needles What better way…
Foraging for Acorns: Identification, Processing + Acorn Recipes
The sight of acorns on the ground is a sure sign that the fall foraging season has begun! Whether you live in a city or somewhere deep in the countryside, you’ve probably seen squirrels rushing around in the fall with acorns clutched between their teeth. This is because squirrels rely on the nutritious nut to…
15 Easy Mead Recipes for Beginners
Homemade mead (honey wine) is probably one of my favorite fermented beverages to make. It’s a simple and inexpensive way to produce your own tasty homebrew. I put together this awesome list of easy mead recipes so that you can have access to all of them in one place! Mead Making for Beginners Ebook If…
What to Forage in Fall: 30+ Edible and Medicinal Plants and Mushrooms
When the temperatures start to cool down and the leaves start to change color you may think that your foraging days are limited. That couldn’t be farther from the truth! Fall is actually quite the bounty for foragers and wildcrafters as it truly is the harvest season. Here is a definitive guide for what to…
Medicinal Benefits of Hops + Hop Tea
Most of us have heard of hops because they are one of the main ingredients used in beer brewing. They give beer that classic bitter flavor, and in some varieties it can be quite pronounced. Since I love to make my own brews I’ve been curious about growing hops for a while now. Earlier this…
Fermented Elderberry Honey
Fermented elderberry honey is a tasty way to boost your immune system. This herbal remedy is perfect for making when elderberries are ripe in the fall and is super simple to throw together. I never go a cold and flu season without this in my herbal apothecary! I want to make all elderberry recipes when…
10 Reasons to Grow Basil for Food, Health, and the Garden
Basil is a common herb that is most often used in the kitchen, but it is also good for the garden and has amazing health benefits! Learn about 10 reasons to grow basil and the benefits of basil. Healing Kitchen Herbs eBook Did you know that most of the herbs you use in your kitchen…
Comfrey Salve: Healing Herbal Recipe
Learn how to make your own homemade comfrey salve. Comfrey has many medicinal benefits and is excellent for helping to heal minor wounds. This homemade comfrey salve helps to heal minor wounds fast! Medicinal Benefits of Comfrey I’m always amazed by the power of herbal medicine! Comfrey is one of those herbs that truly has…
