Meadowsweet Articles
Most of these articles have been written over the last 16 years since Meadowsweet Herbs began. Many were originally published in our monthly newsletter. They reflect our research, experience and knowledge as practicing clinical herbalists. Every month we add new information so please check back, or sign up for our email newsletter. Now pour yourself a cup of tea, sit back in your favorite chair and enjoy our library.
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Natural Love Potions
Want to do something special for your love this Valentine’s Day? Try one (or more!) of these sumptuous, flirty herbal recipes. Decadent Aphrodisiac Elixir 1 ounce Damiana 1 ounce Kava 1 ounce Muira puama 1 ounce Saw Palmetto 1 vanilla bean Vanilla 1 teaspoon Cardamom ½ teaspoon Cinnamon ½ teaspoon ginger ¼… [More]
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Warming Herbs
Feeling a little chilly? Using the following herbs will help increase circulation and warm the body. They are wonderful to add to soups, and even to hot baths. Try incorporating them into hot teas, salad dressings or even make them into an herbal honey as honey and vinegar are considered warming foods…. [More]
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Licorice Root
Description: Licorice root has several medicinal species including Glycyrrhiza glabra (native to southern Europe and parts of Asia), Glycyrrhiz urelensis (native to China), and Glycyrrhiza lepidota, which is the North American species that is native in Montana. In the leguminasae family, licorice likes to grow by gravel banks, waste places and drainage banks…. [More]
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Why Drink Water?
75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (This likely applies to half the world population.) In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger. One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University of… [More]
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Mulling Spice Recipe
1 ounce whole cinnamon sticks 3 Tablespoons chopped dried orange peel 2 Tablespoons whole cloves 2 Tablespoons finely chopped, crystallized ginger In a large, nonreactive pot, combine 2 gallons of apple cider, apple juice, or 4 bottles of dry red wine and mulling spices. Cover and bring to a simmer (do not… [More]
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No More Flakes: Natural Dandruff Treatments
Tired of those embarrassing flakes? They are actually trying to tell you something. Your scalp is out of balance. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, inflammatory, itchy skin condition that causes flaky, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp or inside the ear. Here are some great natural tips… [More]
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The 10 Best Things You Can Do For Your Health
Drink more water. Next to air, water is the most necessary element for human survival. Did you know that a normal adult is 60 to 70 percent water? All of our organs need water in order to function properly. The minimum amount of water for a healthy person is 8 to 10… [More]
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Herbal Foundations Intensive: The SEED Program
Herbal Foundations: The SEED Program (The original Herbal Foundations program) An In-depth Program in Herbal Medicine The Inspiration Make a deeper connection to the earth. Discover the healing properties of medicinal plants – a special and unique part of our world. Herbal Foundations is an in-depth, three-part herbal studies program. Come on… [More]
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Exotic Eau de Cologne Recipe
An uplifting citrus blend, Eau de Cologne or simply “Cologne” is a perfume that originated from Cologne, Germany. Now a generic term for scented formulations in typical concentration of 2-5% essential oils, the original Eau de Cologne is a citrus perfume launched in 1709 by Giovanni Maria Farina (1685–1766), an Italian perfume… [More]
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Natural Perfumery
Did you know that most perfumes on the market are made with toxic chemicals known to cause neurological and respiratory disorders? Making your own natural perfumes can be a fun, easy and healthy way to discover the scents of nature! To make your own natural perfumes, all you will need is 100… [More]
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Herbs for the Immune System
It’s that time of year again! With cold and flu season fast upon us, we’ve compiled a list of useful herbs to help keep your immune system strong. Here’s what we recommend for your Cold and Flu First Aid Kit: Vitamin C Considered to be one of the safest and most effective… [More]
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Herbal Foundations FLOWER Program
New and expanded Herbal Foundations Program: add to your herbal knowledge! You asked for it and here it is: our new and expanded Herbal Foundations program! We are excited to announce that we have added two new sections to our original Herbal Foundations program, tripling the hours and vastly expanding the content…. [More]
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Herbal Foundations ROOT Program
New and expanded Herbal Foundations Program: add to your herbal knowledge! You asked for it and here it is: our new and expanded Herbal Foundations program! We are excited to announce that we have added two new sections to our original Herbal Foundations program, tripling the hours and vastly expanding the content…. [More]
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Herbal Foundations SEED Program in Bozeman!
Herbal Foundations: The SEED Program (The original Herbal Foundations program) will be offered in Bozeman, MT starting August 2012. An In-depth Program in Herbal Medicine The Inspiration Make a deeper connection to the earth. Discover the healing properties of medicinal plants – a special and unique part of our world. Herbal Foundations… [More]
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New Herbal Foundations 3 Part Intensive
New and expanded Herbal Foundations Program: add to your herbal knowledge! You asked for it and here it is: our new and expanded Herbal Foundations program! We are excited to announce that we have added two new sections to our original Herbal Foundations program, tripling the hours and vastly expanding the content…. [More]