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What’s the difference between an adaptogen, tonic, and alterative?

All three of these words are used to describe the actions of an herbacious plant or other types of botanicals when used as a medicinal, but what do they really mean? ADAPTOGEN Newer to the Western mind, “adaptogen” is a word that has been used to describe certain herbs since the 1940s. As formally defined […]

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What should I stock in my medicine cabinet?

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Have you ever wondered what might be some of the best herbal remedies to have on hand? Here are some items you should consider stocking in your herbal medicine cabinet before you actually need them. Plant-based medicinals can be highly effective, but always need to be started at the first onset of symptoms. To buy […]

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Into the Weeds: Tickborne Diseases in the U.S.

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Most tickborne diseases in the United States are transmitted from one of just a few tick species.  But with so many names for them, we wanted to clear up the “who’s who” in the tick world as best we can. Here’s the line-up with the most common two at the top of the list. BLACKLEGGED […]

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Strep, Cold, or Flu?

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So how do you know if you have Strep Throat, a Cold, or the Flu?  Knowing which it is may save you a trip to urgent care.  Here is a simple summary to help.     A FEW NOTES ABOUT VIRUSES • Unlike bacteria, viruses cannot multiply or thrive on surfaces because they need living […]

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A Likable Lichen

Usnea (Usnea lapponcia)

Usnea (Usnea lapponcia) is a wispy little lichen that doesn’t look like much but in the medical lab, it has demonstrated its strength! Usnic acid, the main constituent of Usnea, has been extensively studied as an antibiotic that inhibits 16 known gram-positive bacteria (both the resistant and non-resistant strains) including streptococcus, staphylococcus, and mycobacteria. Usnea […]

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Reusing Tincture Bottles: Sterilizing vs. Sanitizing

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Recycling is a fine way to deal with a number of used tincture bottles, but some of our customers would like to reuse them, or even re-sell them. So we set out to answer your questions about sterilizing vs. sanitizing bottles for reuse. As you may have guessed at some time or another, sterilizing and […]

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What to Do With Packing Peanuts

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Do you know about the Peanut Hotline? Some of our customers don’t like getting the packing peanuts we use to ship our glass packaged products because they don’t have a need to re-use them. Here’s a great solution! Just check the Hotline to see where to find the nearest drop off location to keep this […]

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Inflammation Pain: NSAIDs & Steroids vs. Plant-Based Medicine

NSAIDS and Steroids vs Plant-Based Medicine

The long term use* of steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is still the mainstay of most classically taught clinicians for joint and spine related inflammatory pain, despite their commonly known side effects. Medical practitioners are well aware of these side effects, yet continue to recommend and even promote their use, perhaps thinking that side […]

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Trusting Corporate Sold Herbal Products

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This is what happens when you buy herbal products from corporate companies that manufacture. We’re all trying to make personal decisions about our healthcare and need companies to be conscientious about producing these herbal products. These companies don’t seem to make this a priority in their corporate business philosophy, but you can buy from small […]

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Reference Materials

  • Full Spectrum vs. Standardized
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  • Equivalents Reference
  • Medical Definitions
  • Clinical Studies
  • Viruses & Influenza
  • The Role of Japanese Knotweed Root in Treating Bartonella Coinfection of Lyme Disease
  • Lyme Disease FAQ
  • Renowned Herbalists & Their Protocols for Lyme Disease

Recent Blog Posts

  • What’s the difference between an adaptogen, tonic, and alterative?
  • What should I stock in my medicine cabinet?
  • Into the Weeds: Tickborne Diseases in the U.S.
  • Strep, Cold, or Flu?
  • A Likable Lichen
  • Reusing Tincture Bottles: Sterilizing vs. Sanitizing
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