• Spring Cleaning: For Your Body
• Aromatherapy Sales Event
• Spring Herb Classes
• Herbal Foundations: an In-Depth Program in Herbal Medicine

180 South 3rd Street West
Missoula, Montana

Spring Cleaning: For Your Body

When the sun emerges from it's winter hibernation, many of us get the urge to stir our bodies and get our houses in order. Not only is spring the perfect time for cleaning our homes, it is the perfect time to cleanse our bodies. When I do a spring body cleanse, I like to include all my main eliminatory organs: the liver, digestive system, lungs, kidneys and skin. Let's focus on one at a time.

Liver:

No cleanse is complete without flushing out our major filter organ: the liver. Whenever I do a fast, I always do a liver cleanse as well. Following are a couple excellent ways to help detoxify the liver:

Liver Flush:

1 cup fresh citrus juice
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
Dash Ginger and Cayenne
1 clove garlic

Mix ingredients together in a blender and drink every morning for 7 - 10 days. Take three days off and start again for additional cleansing (do this entire process up to 3 times).

Dandelion Cleanse: Good for cleansing, this formula contains herbs that are detoxifying and have traditionally been used to support liver function. A unique herbal tincture made right here at Meadowsweet Herbs! (Ordering Information)

Digestive System:

The digestive tract is where we break down foods, absorb nutrients and eliminate indigestible plant fibers as well as waste products from the liver. Every once in a while, consider giving this system a break from food with a short fast.

Psyllium Seed: also known as Plantago ovata, is a native of the Middle East. The seeds are water soluble and expand when they get wet, making them an excellent bulking laxative. The seeds are absorptive and aid in the process of waste and toxin elimination for the digestive tract. They have been used for constipation, fasting, IBS and diarrhea. They are excellent during fasting or cleansing to encourage proper transit time daily bowel movements.

Digestive Bitters: Stimulates the secretions of enzymes and digestive juices to promote better digestion of food. Good to use before or after a heavy meal. Encourages proper digestion when introducing new foods to the diet. Brings relief from occasional gas, bloating, burping, and indigestion. For best results take 10-15 drops on the tip of the tongue 15 minutes before a meal. (Ordering Information)

Lungs:

Our lungs provide the gas exchange for our body, bringing in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. As air come into our lungs, it is moistened and heated. In our modern world, our lungs also deal with an extreme amount of air pollution and particulates. For this reason, it is beneficial to give them extra care and support.

Essential Oils: help to clean and disinfect the air we breathe. They are a great way to treat lung ailments topically: simply hold some to your nose and breathe deeply! They can also be used as a chest rub (add 10 drops to 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil), in a diffuser, in the bath or sprinkled on your pillow at night. Some of my favorites for the respiratory system include Eucalyptus, Thyme linalol, and Rosemary.

RespirEase: Acts as an anti-viral herbal formula while strengthening and toning the lungs and associated mucus membranes. It is useful for respiratory infections, asthma and congested airways. RespirEase will relax the lungs and airways, and help facilitate expectoration. Let's get that mucus out of there! (Ordering Information)

Kidneys:

Our kidneys are our most important organs for water and electrolyte balance in the body. To support your kidneys, make sure you drink a minimum of 8 cups of water per day. Coffee and soda don't count, but the good news is that diluted juice and herbal tea do!

Diuretics: are a group of herbs that encourage you to pee. This is a great way to flush the urinary tract and kidneys, as well as eliminating excess water from the body.  Make sure you drink plenty of water when using diuretics so as not to dehydrate yourself.  Some of our best diuretics include Nettles, Dandelion leaf and Goldenrod.

Daily Essentials Tea: A wonderful blend of nourishing, diuretic and tonic herbs for the eliminatory organs and the entire body. Contains peppermint, nettles, red clover, raspberry, alfalfa, burdock root and horsetail. A unique herbal tea made right here at Meadowsweet Herbs!

Skin:

Dry Brushing: is an invigorating way to move the lymph and stimulate the skin and the immune system. It is best done in the morning before a shower or bath. Use a natural bristle body brush and start at your extremities. Working the brush towards your heart ensures your lymph moves in the right direction.

Burdock Red Clover Compound: Contains herbs known as alteratives that support healthy liver, skin and eliminatory function. Good for gentle cleansing, this formula contains herbs that are mildly detoxifying. (Ordering Information)

Aromatherapy Sales Event

March 15th - March 20th

Don't to miss our annual Aromatherapy Sale! Everything is 20% off including:

• Bulk & Packaged Essential Oils
• Aromatherapy Diffusers
• 100% Natural Bulk Body Care

Check out our exceptional line of bulk, therapeutic grade essential oils, as well as pre packages oils from Oshadhi and Nature's Alchemy. We have aromatherapy diffusers ranging from car diffusers, electric diffusers, candle diffusers and so much more! All of our bulk body care products are completely natural. Because they are unscented, they go perfectly with any of our essential oil blends. Choose from shampoos, conditioners, lotions, body washes, face washes, massage oils and more.

Make sure to sign up for our FREE aromatherapy class happening this week! Learn what essential oils are, some of the most popular oils and the many ways to use them. Register early as class space is limited.

Free Aromatherapy Class: Using Essential Oils
What is all this talk about aromatherapy? Katrina Farnum will explore the world of essential oils including how they work and how to use them. Explore a variety of scents for a better nights rest, respiratory ailments, hormonal balance and stress. Finish off the class by learning how to make a scented, therapeutic massage oil or lotion.
Happening Tuesday March 16th from 7-8 pm
Cost:  Free

Spring Classes

Tonic Herbs: What, When and How

Kelly Needs: Herbalist, Traditional Chinese Medicine Student
Learn a Traditional Chinese Medicinal perspective on organ roles in the body. Includes organ specific handouts on diet, recipes and an optional tonic herb kit.
March 7th Sunday 1-4 pm
Cost: $30, $5 for optional kit

Beginning Herbal Medicine-Making: Herbal Oils and Salves*

Britta Blodorn: Clinical Herbalist, Medicine-Maker, Plant Lover
In this hands on class, we will learn how to prepare medicinal infused herbal oils and salves. Britta will discuss the healing properties of medicinal plants and cover various methods of preparation.
March 11th Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost: $20, optional $5 product fee per class

*(Discounted rate of $55 for all 3 medicine making classes- see above-NO REFUNDS given on 3 class package-must be signed up and paid by 2/18. No refunds by 3/8.)

Salve and Lip Balm Making

Katrina Farnum: Herbalist, Caregiver
This class will cover the use of herbs that work to protect and heal our skin. We will discuss essential oils for their medicinal and fragrance properties. Lip balms and salves will be available at the end of class for an extra charge.
March 18th Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost: $20, optional $5 product fee

Herbs for Kids

Katrina Farnum: Herbalist, Caregiver
This class will help parents navigate through the growing years with an understanding of herbs that are helpful for common childhood ailments. We will discuss first aid essentials and a host of helpful reference guides for making it easy to learn as you go.
March 25th Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost: $20

Fun, Frugal and Family-Friendly : how to eat local & stay healthy

Kristen Lee-Charlson: Publisher of edible MISSOULA magazine and Hollie Greenwood, Certified Nutrition Consultant
Are rising food costs getting you down? Is your family tired of the same old meals? Could you use more energy and a jumpstart to feeling healthier? If so, come gather ideas and recipes to stretch your food budget, and create nourishing meals while supporting the local economy.
April 1st Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost:  Free

Homeopathy for Infants and Children

Adrienne Veseth: Classical Homepath
Homeopathic medicines are safe for all ages. Ease of use and quick results make homeopathy a welcome alternative for treating babies and children. Learn the basic tenets of homeopathy, discover the most common children's remedies and receive instruction on when and how to use them.
April 8th Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost:  Free

Principles of Ayurveda

Anna Donaghy: Ayurvedic Health Educator, Certified Ayurvedic Body Therapist
Ayurveda is an ancient, natural and holistic wellness system from India that literally means the "science of life". In this introductory class you will learn about Ayurveda's history, how to determine your individual mind/body constitution. We will also discuss diet and lifestyle routines to find and maintain balance in your body, mind and spirit.
April 15th Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost:  $20

Homeopathic First Aid

Adrienne Veseth: Classical Homeopath
Learn the basics of homeopathic medicine. Emphasis will be on remedies that are useful in emergency and acute situations. Homeopathic medicines are quick acting, inexpensive and lightweight, making them the perfect companion for traveling. We will explore the remedies that should be included in your first aid kit for home, car, on the hiking trail, or traveling the world.
April 22nd Thursday 7-9 pm
Cost:  Free

Registration Information

Herbal Foundations: an In-Depth Program in Herbal Medicine

Thursdays, May 13 - August 26, 2010

Join us for the fifth year of our annual in-depth herbal studies program. Make a deeper connection to the earth. Discover the healing properties of medicinal plants - a special and unique part of our world. Come on a journey with us and experience an intimate connection with healing herbs that are native to the Northern Rocky Mountains.

We will study:

• Medicinal plants easily grown in our northern climate as well as some special exotics.
• How to grow herbs and how essential oils are made.
• Using medicinal herbs for different body systems.
• The art and science of medicine making.
• How to respectfully harvest and use wild plants.

We are looking for enthusiastic students committed to a long-term class series. Join in our excitement as we explore the healing power of plants and the study of herbal medicine. For more information, or to register click here

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