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Galenic physic does not begin with a plant. It begins with a person. Before Charlemagne’s physicians reached for wormwood or sage, fennel or nettle, they looked at the person in front of them — and asked what kind of body this was. How did it run–hot or cold? How did it hold moisture or tend…
The botanical foundation of Carolingian herbalism: every plant in Chapter 70 of Charlemagne’s imperial estate ordinance, identified, classified, and set in Galenic context ~ the Capitulare de Villis Plant List. Evergreen Reference·Free PDF Download Below The Document Behind the Discipline The Capitulare de Villis vel Curtis Imperialibus — the “Ordinance Concerning the Royal Estates and…
As a cancer survivor in my seventies, I have a personal stake in the herbs people reach for when the body runs hot and sore. Turmeric, ginger and willow bark are some of the most popular herbs in the world right now, and they are often sold as if they could do no harm, which…
A national survey of American adults found that about one in six people taking a medication from their doctor were also taking an herb or other supplement, which is why herb-drug interactions matter.1 I suspect the number is higher now. I also suspect many of those people never mentioned the herbs to their doctor, because…
People often ask me how to start using herbs safely. My answer is always the same: slowly, with a few gentle plants, and with your eyes open. Herbs are strong enough to be useful, which also means they are strong enough to cause trouble when used carelessly. This post includes affiliate links. Click here for my full…
