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Join Mel, a clinical herbalist, holistic health educator, and natural medicine maker teaching mommas how to use plants in a safe and effective way. In this podcast, you’ll discover how to make your own herbal remedies at home so that you can take better care of yourself, better care of your family, and better care of our planet! You’ll also hear from other herbalists, as they share their journey’s down the herbalists path. We're on a mission to inspire a movement where there’s an herbalist i ...
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3 Favorite Herbs For Your Medicinal Herb Garden
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The long awaited moment of spring is here, and there's no better time than now to be digging in the dirt, and thinking about what kinds of herbal remedies you'll need to have on hand for your family. In this episode, I'm chatting about some of my absolute favorite, and quite frankly, MUST have herbs for every medicinal herb garden. Tune in and let …
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Wild World Of Herbalism With Greta Montagne RH (AHG)
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Greta grew up as a 3rd generation environmental activist, learning the basics of homesteading and plant medicine from her parents and grandparents. Her story is truly of the wild wild west, and it's wonderful how she's been able to continue her work in healing the planet, and people with plant medicine and beyond. She's one of the more brilliant he…
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🌿What To Do When Your Family Isn't On Board The Herbal Medicine Train
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It can be so hard to use more herbs and natural remedies in your home, when the people you live with, just won't get on board with it all. Maybe they're just so use to the western medical system and can't fathom doing anything else, despite how broken the system is. Or, maybe they think it's hippie dippy woo-woo stuff, and just aren't about it. And…
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Herbalism From Birth To Death w/ Heather Shelton, RN
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Wow! So much gold in this show talking with Heather Shelton of Herb Song Farm. We got to talk about everything from midwifery & birth, to death, to cannabis, cancer, and psychedelic mushroom therapy. Heather is a nurse, specializing in cannabis care and cancer, she apprenticed with Rosemary Gladstar, and she's a beautiful wealth of information and …
Hawthorn is one of the most impressive herbs for heart and circulatory health. Not only for the physical heart, but also for the spirit and energy of the heart, and soul. It's symbolic of love, and can be a great ally for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. It's an all time favorite herb of mine, and I hope you feel the same way too! If you…
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🦷🌿Dental Herbalism With Leslie Alexander RH (AHG)
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Could it be that the mouth is the root cause of inflammation in the body? My guest on this episode, Leslie Alexander RH (AHG), has some compelling insight you may want to tune into. She also shares some of her best tips and words of wisdom on proper dental care that's more affordable, simple, effective, and sustainable for our planet. Not only that…
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3 Herbal Remedies To Soothe Your Kids Tummy Ache
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I don't know of many kids who haven't dealt with a tummy ache at some point in their lives. There's so many different things that can cause a tummy ache, and thankfully there's some pretty amazing herbs that can also calm a tummyache. So, in this episode I'm sharing 3 of my favorites. It's hard to choose, no doubt, but I think you'll appreciate the…
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3 Ways Gut Health Impacts Children’s Health
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Did you know that gut health is essential for children's health? It's true! In this podcast, we will discuss three ways gut health impacts children's health. We will talk about how gut health affects immune function, brain health, and mood. Plus, we'll discuss some tips for maintaining gut health in children. Stay tuned! If you can relate to anythi…
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Herbs To Warm Your Body & Soothe Your Soul
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In this episode I share some of my favorite beverages for the holiday season and cold long nights of winter. From herbs to warm you up from the inside out, to herb to help calm and soothe your nerves, for those of you that tend to get a bit stressed over the holiday season. If you can relate to anything in this episode, please reach out and let me …
For many, the winter season can be one of the toughest times of the year. It's when sadness and depression are at an all time high. Seasonal Affective Disorder is happening for many, despite it being "the most wonderful time of the year." So in this episode, I wanted to share with you some of the best lifestyle factors that can contribute to anxiet…
As we head into the holiday season, gathering with friends and loved ones, there's usually a ton of food involved, and thankfully, that food is flavored with tasty herbs! One thing we tend to forget though, is that these herbs are medicine, the very same medicine our ancestors used, and you can still use too. So in this episode I'm talking about 3 …
Echinacea is like the queen of herbalism with her gorgeous purple cone flowers, and her amazing immune enhancing properties. But what so many people fail to realize is that she's absolutely AMAZING for some many other uses. So, I figured it's high time I chat about it in this episode. Also, check out United Plant Savers, for more information on end…
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🌿Nature Connection & Herbalism With Mary McCallum
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What a pleasure it was getting to connect with Mary McCallum on this show. Mary is not only brilliant and a pleasure to chat with, but she's also a skilled clinical herbalist, an herbal educator, and the creator of Sierra Roots Wellness. I think you're going to love listening to her story, and her levels of passion and connection to the earth, & yo…
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Living With The Rhythm Of Your Natural Cycle
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If you've ever wondered why some days you're like a super human able to knock down that todo list in one flying leap, while others, all you want to do is curl up on the couch and be left alone, today's guest Renae Fieck, brings light to it all. She's all about empowering women and moms to live in sync with their cycle, and maximizing time and energ…
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Oats & Herbs With Herb Dada Mason Hutchison From Herb Rally
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It's been a while since I've brought you an interview on the podcast, and this guest is someone I've wanted to share with you for so long! The jolly faced, stellar human being, and herb dada Mason Hutchison from the Herb Rally Podcast. I think you're going to love this interview as much as I loved doing it! And, be sure too check out all the herbal…
Sometimes it can be hard for our kiddos to focus in school, whether homeschool or in another school, there are herbs to help your kiddos stay focused, attentive, and retain all of that great information. In this episode we talk about helping the kids whole body, through lifestyle choices, and of course great herbs to support along the way. I hope y…
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The Best Herbs To Keep Your Kids Well Part 2
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It's important that we choose herbs and foods to keep our kids immune systems strong all year long. In this episode I chat about 3 of my favorites for my daughter, and how you can incorporate them into your family's life as well. If you want to start growing your own Shiitake mushrooms, this is the company I mentioned in the episode. Cascadia Mushr…
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The Best Herbs To Keep Your Kids Well Part 1
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As we near the school year, we also head into cold and flu season, which means missed days of school, and missed days of work for us parents. But the good news is, that you can be prepared to keep the sickness out of your house, and you can do it with herbs! So in this episode, I'm sharing the 3 most important herbs that helps keep my whole family …
A common thing I see as smore people are discovering the world of plant medicine, is that they hear about a plant being "good for one thing" and then that's the only way they get to know that plant. But, when you discover the many uses of each plant, that's when you can become an amazing healer in your home, without having to buy allll of the herbs…
There's no doubt about it, summer is the BEST! Except when there's no way for you to beat the heat. Fortunately, there's several herbs you can use to help you. And, yes, I dive into them inside this episode. From cooling herbal teas, to sun burn skin care, we're diving into it in this episode. And, if you'd like to grab my favorite summer time reci…
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Herbs May Not Work For You, Here's 4 Reasons Why
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Herbs are amazing, and can be incredibly powerful healers. And, sometimes they just may not work for you. In this episode I break down four common reasons that herbs don't work for people, and what can be done about it. If you love the show and learned something new, please don't forget to leave us a bunch of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐! And, share it with your friends …
Summer fun never fails to have a blooper or two, and someone is bound to get burned, cut, broken, in one way or another. That's why it's so important to know, or grow plants around you! In this episode I share my 3 top herbs for first aid for these inevitable accidents. Are you ready to use more plants as medicine within your family??? Then it's ti…
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Ease Stress & Anxiety For Your Kids With These 3 Herbs
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Life can be stressful, and it's absolutely stressful for our kids. In this episode, we'll chat about 3 of the best herbs to turn to when it comes to help your your kiddos handle stress and anxiety, in a safe, natural, and effective way. Are you ready to use more plants as medicine within your family??? Then it's time for you to discover the most po…
Your backyard is loaded with tons of food and medicine. The same food and medicine that so many of us have been raised to think of as "weeds" or the bad guys. So many people have spent insane amounts of money to kill these abundant plants, while simultaneously poisoning our Earth. It's time we shift that! It's time we look at these plants and recog…
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3 Medicinal Weeds You Can Use As Food & Medicine
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Weeds weeds wonderful and medicinal weeds. Truth is, there's potent and powerful medicine in these abundant plants. And yet, toxic crap like round up still exists for those that want the perfectly manicured lawn and don't realize the medicine these plants provide. Well, in this episode I'm sharing 3 of my favorite medicinal weeds that you likely ha…
There's so many things to consider when it comes to planning your garden each year. What food will you grow? What herbs will you grow? Medicinal, culinary? They're both medicinal actually. And of course the garden planning thoughts go well beyond that. So in toady's episode we'll talk about some of the things to consider when it comes to planning t…
Let’s talk about one of the most nourishing plants out there. A plant that is feared by many, due to its oh so famous sting, yet a plant that is incredible food, and incredible medicine! This plant is…. Stinging Nettles, and if you’ve ever even kinda wondered (or not) how this plant could possibly be a good plant, stay tuned to this episode and I’m…
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Walking The Herbalist's Path With Amanda Stanley
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Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you started using more herbs and plants as medicine? Well in this episode I interview budding herbalist Amanda Stanley. She shares how her life has changed and improved since she's began walking down the herbalist's path! Amanda has been one of my students, and it's been such a beautiful honor …
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Why You Shouldn't Take Elderberry Syrup Every Day
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Elderberry syrup is an immune boosting herbal powerhouse to keep the sickness away. And it’s certainly more sustainable and trustworthy than most of the stuff you see on the local drug store shelves. But how do you know when it’s the right time to take things like elderberry syrup, and other natural remedies when you’re sick? Well, I can tell you t…
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United states. And, February is American Heart Health month, so what better time than now to talk about heart healthy herbs Honestly, I think this is something we should be raising awareness for all year round, because, ya know, our hearts and our lives a, well… pretty dang important! So, in this e…
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Meet Your Herb Garden Mentor Robin Haglund
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Have you ever wondered how you can start growing your own medicinal herb garden? Or perhaps you already do, but you're wondering how you can make it even better? In this episode I interview fellow herbalist and Garden Mentor, Robin Haglund. Robin coaches people on how to grow a sustainable, abundant garden, without tossing your money down the drain…
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3 Of The BEST Ways To Get Your Kids To Take Herbs
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It's no secret that everybody is getting sick these days. And, that kids and the places they go are breeding grounds for germs viruses and bacteria to spread. So, how can you help keep you kids immune system healthy and strong so that they can kick these bugs quicker than others? Better yet, how in the heck can you make your own remedies that your …
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Herbs & Nature Connection w/ Rosalee de la Forêt
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Rosalee is someone I've followed for over a decade. She's a brilliant herbalist, and much like me, also a passionate nature lover. For Rosalee it's all about nature connection, and plant connection! I couldn't agree more! She's currently offering a FREE Webinar all about How To Choose The Best Herbal Preparation. She's also about to launch her year…
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3 Herbs To Reduce Inflammation In Your Gut
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Stuck with Brain Fog? Irritability? Stubborn Weight Gain? Random Rashes? Or Tons Of Tummy Troubles? The reality is that the key to your health lies in your gut. Fortunately there are herbs that can help you get there. Discover 3 of my favorite anti-inflammatory herbs for the gut in this episode Want to discover even more herbs to improve your gut h…
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Botany, Community, & Passion w/ Shana Lipner Grover
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Discover the herbalist journey of brilliant herbal educator, botanist, community connector, and all over beautiful human, Shana Grover of Sage Country Herbs! Shana's journey began as a youngin' that loved to be out in nature. That's where she's always found the deepest connections, and now she helps keep others connected to the same thing. You can …
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Spice Up Your Health with Cinnamon & A Heart Healthy Shrub Recipe Too!
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The holiday season has us snacking on tasty treats everywhere we turn. Most of the time, they're loaded with sugar and other unhealthy options, but in good news, Cinnamon, one of the stars of the season has a wide array of medicinal benefits for you. Inside this episode, you'll discover why Cinnamon is your friend. From From heart and circulatory h…
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Seed Saving, Homesteading, & Herbalism w/ Bevin Cohen
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Imagine your life where you're so connected and rooted to the ways of the Earth, that not only do you grow your own food, but you also make your own medicine, and make your own cold pressed oils out of the plants you grow or harvest around you. Sounds pretty dreamy, and perhaps "simple", right?! Well in the latest podcast episode on The Herbalist's…
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Elderberry Syrup!! How to Kick the Flu Before You Can Say "Achoo!"
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It's Autumn here in the Pacific Northwest of the USA-- leaves are changing, rain is starting to fall, the kids are back to school. That also means the petri dish is open for business. And after not spending much time together over this past year & a half, we're gearing up for a strong cold & flu season. In this episode, I introduce you to my BFF fo…
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Lemon Balm is for Kids! (But Not Just for Kids)
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Silly parents, Lemon Balm is for kids!....Well, it’s for you grown-ups out there too. Lemon Balm is on my list of favorite plant friends not just because we share a name (Melissa officinalis is her given name), but also because it’s the perfect herb for this time of year. It’s a powerful ally against both those back-to-school germs and those back-t…
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SwapCast! Sharing Space & Insight w/ the Plant Cunning Podcast
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Well, this episode is a mighty special episode! I had the fantastically fun honor of doing a pod swap with my friends over at the Plant Cunning Podcast, herbalist A.C. Stauble and her partner, permaculturist Isaac Hill. We had a blast talking all things, herbal path and herbal business and permaculture, and how using plants as medicine is a gateway…
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Stewardship & Sustainability with Author/Herbalist Christa Sinadinos
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I am so excited to have had this opportunity to sit down with herbalist, educator, & author Christa Sinodinos. In this episode we share with each other philosophies of responsible education, sustainable harvesting, and the responsibility we all have as plant people to protect the health of the plants and the ecosystems of which we are all part. We …
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Healing The Body & The Mind From The Root Cause with Brooke Aichroth
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This episode finds me in conversation with Brooke Aichroth, an herbalist and healer right down the road from us, here on Mt. Hood. Although not at the same time, Brooke & I share some education history with Vital Ways Institute (formerly Portland School of Traditional Western Herbalism. We share a love of the neverending nature of herbal education,…
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The Dandy Dandelion and Why She Deserves Better
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So a little while ago, my podcast editor requested an episode on dandelion (Taraxacum officinale). As an herbalist, I assume everyone knows all about dandelion because it’s such a stand out plant friend thanks to all that she has to offer us. Almost every herbalist I’ve interviewed seems to mention it, right back to my very first episode interviewi…
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First Aid Herbs For Summer Time Fun & Adventures
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Hello, herbalists. The sun is shining, the air is warming, it’s the time of the season for my favorite thing: GETTING OUTSIDE! WOO HOO! So many adventures await us around every corner. If you’re like me & my family, though, we play hard which can land us in some serious scrapes...and bites and bee stings and all kinds of crazy things! Luckily, natu…
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Jim McDonald Loves Sustainability, Teaching, and Weeds!
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What can we say about Jim McDonald? He’s quirky, funny, talented, knowledgeable, and kind. In this super-fun conversation, I get down and dirty with Jim talking about sustainability and conservation, stewardship, and how teaching has changed in the current, internet-driven world. And Jim shares with us some great stories and knowledge around one of…
We’re back! And I hope you left some room in your garden plot because in this episode I’m going to share with you five MORE of my favorite plants that are must-haves for my medicinal garden. And they may be for you too. We’ll talk about not only uses, but also what they look like, what they feel like, what they need to be happy and healthy and prov…
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5 Must Grow Herbs For Your Medicinal Garden
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Spring is springing! Let’s get those gardens growing! Wouldn’t it be just the best thing ever if the medicine you & your family would like to have on hand is available in a living form in your own yard? You can make it a reality with relative ease. In this episode I’m going to share with you five of my favorite plants that are must-haves for my med…
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How Amanda Furbee Found & Followed her Herbalist's Path
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Hi everyone. I’m so excited for this episode’s guest! Her name is Amanda Furbee, owner of the Herb Shoppe on Mississippi and Portland, Oregon. In this episode, Amanda and I will talk plants, formulating, our approaches to medicinal values, and the amazing way that Amanada found herself on an unexpected Herbalist’s Path that carried her from one coa…
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An Herb Day Tribute to Cascade Anderson Geller
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HAPPY HERB DAY! How lucky I am to be able to live up here on Mt. Hood, a place with so much abundance of life especially in the Spring. In fact, this episode was recorded out in my local forested riverway. And as I watch the river wend its way through the landscape, I take a moment to reflect on my own Herbalist’s Path and the influential people wh…
