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Comfrey Root - December 10, 2022

The Fall - Brings Root Medicine

Why do we call October the start of “Root Medicine Month”? It’s when all the energy starts going back down to the roots of the plant. It’s when the cycle of the herbaceous, or the deciduous perennials is finished blooming. They die back beginning in October or the first frost, bringing all the plant's energy back down their roots. In this blog, you’ll learn about the history and folklore of Comfrey and its many therapeutic actions. Let’s take a look at what’s in Andrea’s Garden that she digs to make tinctures and other herbal medicines out of. Comfrey Valerian Horseradish Marshmallow Burdock...

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Comfrey Root - December 05, 2022

Testimonial: The Miracle of Comfrey by Mary Crinnin

I have been a busy Shiatsu practitioner in Albany NY since 1997. In 26 years I've never had an issue till this past January when a painful growth developed on the palm of my left hand. Shiatsu involves a lot of compressions and for a while, I compensated till the pain got worse. I finally saw a hand surgeon who was sure it was a bulging vein needing surgery and he sent me for a specialized ultrasound. The Ultrasound Dr thought it might be a cyst but still needed surgery to remove it. The surgery was scheduled for mid-March. I was...

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August 18, 2022

Yoni Steaming: Everything You Wanted To Know

What is Yoni Steaming? Yoni steaming is a practice that originated in Africa. It is believed that the steam can help improve a woman's fertility, reduce menstrual pain and aid in the release of toxins from the uterus. Yoni steaming involves sitting over steam from herbs such as rosemary, wormwood and basil for 15-20 minutes, once or twice a week. The herbs are generally mixed with water in a pot and placed on top of a stove or hot plate so that they release the vapors into the air. According to Wikipedia: "Yoni Steaming is an alternative health treatment whereby...

Infusions & Decoctions, Syrups, Medicinal Salves/Oils, Tinctures, Glycerite Tinctures

Let's discuss the differences between Infusions & Decoctions, Syrups, Medicinal Salves/Oils, Tinctures, and Glycerite Tinctures.

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November 03, 2017

The Perfect Herb for Flu Season & Beyond

Skullcap (Scutellaria Lateriflora) The Perfect Herb for Flu Season & Beyond Skullcap is an herbaceous perennial flowering perennial plant from the mint family, Lamiaceae with ridged leaves and tiny flowers that can range in color from purple and blue to pink and white. The two-lobed flowers resemble the military helmets worn by early European settlers, hence the herb's name. A hardy plant, it grows 1 to 4 feet high, thriving in rich woods and moist thickets or swamplands of eastern North America. Now there are two different types of Skullcap, the American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) and Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis),...

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