Author: Carolyn Smith-Kizer

  • Herbal Tea Blends: Seven and How to Balance Them

    Seven herbal tea blends for sleep, digestion, colds, winter, spring, summer heat and aching joints — each balanced the old apothecary way, with a principal herb, helpers and a corrective, and matched to the four temperaments.

  • Best Herbal Tea Blends for Common Health Concerns

    Herbal teas have been cherished for centuries for their soothing and healing properties. Whether you’re looking to calm your nerves, boost your immune system, or improve digestion, there’s a herbal tea blend for you! Did you know that chamomile tea can improve sleep quality in older adults by up to 33%? Let’s explore the best…

  • Herbal Remedies for Anxiety: Natural Ways to Find Calm

    Feeling anxious? You’re not alone! Herbal remedies for anxiety have been used for centuries to promote relaxation and alleviate anxiety. Imagine sipping a calming chamomile tea or inhaling the soothing scent of lavender. Anxiety affects millions of people worldwide, but there’s good news: nature offers some incredible solutions. In this article, we’ll explore the best…

  • Calming Herbs for Anxiety: A Galenic Guide

    Calming herbs read through Galenic eyes: melancholic versus choleric anxiety, the old heart-cheering cordials, what the research shows for chamomile, lemon balm, lavender, passionflower and ashwagandha, two calming blends, and when to seek help.

  • Echinacea vs. Elderberry: Comparing Nature’s Immune Supporters

    Echinacea vs. Elderberry: two popular contenders for immune support in the herbal world when you’re feeling under the weather. Did you know that adults catch an average of 2-3 colds per year? When it comes to supporting our immune system, nature offers some powerful allies. But which one packs the bigger punch for immune support?…

  • Chamomile’s Health Benefits: More Than Just a Bedtime Tea

    Chamomile is often celebrated for its calming effects, making it a popular choice for bedtime tea. But did you know that chamomile health benefits go beyond helping you sleep? From supporting digestive health to promoting skin wellness, chamomile is a versatile herb that has been cherished for centuries. In this article, we’ll explore the many…

  • 15 Essential Medicinal Herbs to Grow in Your Garden: A Complete Guide

    Did you know that growing your own medicinal herbs can save you money and that 80% of the world relies on herbal remedies? Welcome to the world of medicinal herb gardening! In this guide, we’ll explore 15 must-have herbs that not only add beauty to your garden but also provide a wealth of health benefits….

  • Herbs to Grow in Your Garden: Fifteen Essentials

    Above: the garden Homer Kizer built for me in Kinde, Michigan. Some time around the year 800, Charlemagne’s court drew up a list of plants to be grown on every royal estate, and it is still a good guide to the herbs to grow in your garden. Sage, rosemary, lovage and fennel are all on…