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YarrowYarrow is a hearty, aromatic perennial, which grows up to three feet tall. It has feathery-looking leaves and white or pinkish-purple flower heads in terminal clusters that are three to four inches in diameter. The leaves are larger at the base and get smaller towards the flower head. Yarrow can be grown by seed or root divisions in the spring or fall. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days. Plant yarrow 8 to 12 inches apart and divide clumps every three to four years to stimulate growth. Yarrow is easy to grow. It requires little care, is drought resistant, and likes full sun. It blooms from June through September, and likes most soils. The flowering heads and stalks can be harvested as they come into bloom. Hang them upside down to dry. The flowers are stronger than the leaves, but both work well. Yarrow stalks were originally used to throw the I Ching. Nordic countries used yarrow instead of hops when making beer. Its Latin name, Achillea, comes from Achilles, who supposedly used yarrow to treat his soldiers' wounds. Yarrow is highly useful for the skin. Because Yarrow helps stop bleeding, it has been called "Nature's band aid." Clean the wound first, and then simply apply crushed yarrow leaves directly to the wound. Yarrow helps wounds heal and decreases the chance of infection. It reduces pain, inflammation and is antibacterial. Yarrow can be used in a salve, poultice, tea or tincture to relieve burns, cuts, bruises, hemorrhoids, bleeding piles, bee stings and bug bites. As it helps eruptions surface quickly, use it for chicken pox and measles. Chew it to relieve toothache. For nosebleeds, put the leaves in the nostril. It is also useful in reducing new varicose veins. As a hemostat, yarrow will stop bleeding and reduce excess menstruation. As an emmenagogue it will bring on a delayed menses. It is good for leucorrhea, menstrual cramps, hot flashes, and will speed up the transition through menopause. Do not use yarrow during pregnancy, as it can encourage menstruation. When drunk hot, yarrow works as a diaphoretic to increase body temperature, open pores, stimulate perspiration and equalize circulation. It is great for colds, flu and fever, helping to release toxins through the pores. Yarrow regulates liver function. An immensely versatile herb, yarrow is a healing ally for many areas of the body. |
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Our Favorite Cold and Flu FormulasNow is a great time to stock up on herbal tinctures for the cold and flu season. These are some of our favorites, made right here by us, for you! Green Biotic Green Defense Lemon-Aide Sinus Soother Under the Weather |
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Finding a Locally-Owned BusinessThink Local, Buy Local is an educational initiative of Missoula's Sustainable Business Council (MSBC) designed to connect business and community and to highlight the economic benefits of buying locally. To find a business that meets your shopping needs either look for the MSBC logo in the window of participating businesses or search their online Business Directory at www.sbcmontana.org. |
Fall Class ScheduleType II Diabetes Sometimes called "adult onset diabetes", type II diabetes was first recognized in the late 1950's and is now said to be in epidemic proportions in our nation. Practitioners of naturopathic medicine believe that both the cause and treatment of diabetes in general is largely misunderstood by much of the healthcare community. Dr. Nesbit will present information about diabetes mellitus type II: its cause, complications and treatment options. Ian Nesbit received his Doctorate in Naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in 1994. He completed two post doctorate residencies in physical medicine and cardiology. He was primary professor of cardiology at Bastyr University for three years and lectures internationally on emergency medicine and public health. Dr. Nesbit served in the Air Force Reserve and moved from Billings to Missoula after returning from Baghdad in 2003. Wintertime Blues and Flus Join Meadowsweet's very own Katrina Farnum in an aromatherapy class focused on how to get through those dark winter months with elevated spirits and strengthened immune systems. Katrina will cover a variety of pure, therapeutic grade essential oils and many ways in which to use them. There will be time at the end of class to create your own products for an additional cost. Fall Roots for HealingAutumn is the perfect time for harvesting roots, as they are at their most potent strength and highest medicinal value! Join Bozeman herbalist Kris Hill for an evening lecture to learn which roots to gather and how to harvest and preserve them. We will make a fresh root tincture in class. Applying the We'Moon Calendar to Your Life Join Missoula's delightful astrologer MoonCat! to find out how to read the We'Moon calendar and apply the information to your own personal experience. MoonCat will talk about how to interpret and understand the daily astrological information as well as use the charts and ephemeredes in the back of the calendar. Buy a calendar during the class and get 10% off! MoonCat!, a.k.a. Melissa Kae Mason, is a traveling astrologer bringing the Astrological Road Map to the Soul around the country, and with fifteen years professional experience and a philosophy degree, she is determined to go global! MoonCat has been an avid We'Moon fan for thirteen years as well as astrologer to the We'Moon Womyn for the past five! Catch her while she is here! With a Sagittarian Sage, spontaneous travel could erupt at any moment! Topics in Women's Health: A Naturopathic PerspectiveJoin Marissa Cavalier, Naturopathic Doctor, for a free lecture to learn about natural, safe and effective ways to treat various women's health issues. We will be discussing PMS, irregular or difficult menses, menopause and abnormal paps: what they mean and natural ways to treat them.. Stay tuned for more class postings in our October newsletter! |
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Meadowsweet Herbs' Holistic Healing Center15% Off Classical Homeopathic CareBecause classical homeopathy strives to treat the whole person, the initial consultation is an opportunity to get to know the whole you. Your symptoms are your body's way of expressing itself. These messages reveal themselves during the case-taking and provide special clues to the homeopath. Information is gathered into a constitutional picture, which points to an appropriate remedy and dosage of a homeopathic medicine. This generally takes between an hour and a half or two hours. Give us a call to set up an appointment with Adrienne in our Holistic Healing Center 406-728-0543. |
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