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Herbology

Herbology is the therapeutic use of plants, herbs, and botany to aid in treating and preventing illness, promote healthy lifestyles, support the individual’s intrinsic health, and is also a part of a holistic approach to mind, body, and spirit.

Herbology Articles/Videos/Audios

The Rise of Herbalism: Why People are Turning to Nature for Medicines

Herbal medicines are fast gaining popularity – but why? Here, medicinal plant scientist Rebecca Lazarou dives into what is causing this shift in paradigm.

8 Best Herbs for Immune Health

There are many herbs that are claimed to boost immune health. In this article, we’ll review the best research-backed herbs for immunity.

Choosing Safe Herbs for Your Kids

Herbs and kids go together like two peas in a pod, with many lovely, gentle herbs that children readily respond to. These botanicals can be used to not only bring aid to little ones during times of illness but also to inspire children with the wonders of nature and the plant world.

The Best Herbs for Anxiety and Insomnia

We have been living through a time of heightened stress and uncertainty, which is causing many people to experience higher levels of anxiety and sleeplessness. Here are some of the best herbs for dealing with anxiety and insomnia that you may want to consider to get back on track and feel better.

Herbs For Women’s Health

Many women and people with periods can attest to some of the discomforts accompanying PMS, menstruation, and menopause. While more research on herbal remedies is needed, early evidence suggests several herbs can support reproductive health, libido, discomfort during PMS or menopause, and more.

Herbalism - A History

In this article, we will trace the evolution and growth of herbalism from its earliest recorded beginnings all the way to its modern-day applications. You might be surprised how relevant the original notions of herbalism still are today.

An Herbalist's Salary and Career Opportunities

The work of an herbalists can take so many forms. My own path has been full of herbal experimentation; I’ve run an herbal products business, seen clients as a clinical herbalist, opened a school of herbal medicine, started a medicinal plants nursery, and most recently branched out into online education, herbal writing, and serious botanical photography. There really is no limit to the possibilities!

Herbology – Medicinal Uses

A Wild and Ugly Carrot, but Beauty Inside

Lomatium is an ugly carrot that is bitter to the taste, but it has a wonderful earthly and enticing smell. Called “heap powerful medicine” by the native people, this article shares its historical uses as well as some of the studies done to support its medical uses.

Herbology – Herb Plants

The Growers Exchange

We love what we do: growing and providing the finest quality and selection of herbs and helping our customers have gardening success.

Herbology – Bulk Herbs

Mountain Rose Herbs

Bulk organic and ethically wildcrafted herbs, culinary spices, fancy salts, essential oils. bottles, presses, seeds, extracts, books, and more.

Frontier Co-Op

Bulk herbs, culinary spices, bottles, presses, strainers, and tea infusers.

Pacific Botanicals

Pacific Botanicals is dedicated to empowering people everywhere to experience the miracle of good health.

Rosemary's Garden

Herbal apothecary founded by Rosemary Gladstar. Carries essential oils, organic herbs, tinctures, tea blends and a wide variety of personal care products.

Zach woods Herb Farm

Certified organic medicinal herb farm in Vermont that sells high quality, small-batch bulk herbs from a number of staple medicinal plants.

Herbology FREE Courses/Workshops/Certifications

American Herbalists Guild FREE Webinars

In the spirit of open sharing and the furthering of community resources, the American Herbalists Guild is proud to host a sampling of the archives of more than seven years of educational webinars. These cover a wide range of topics relevant to the herbal practitioner.

Herbology Courses/Workshops/Certifications

Tea Blending 101 Workshop

Making your own custom tea blends by using leaves, petals, roots, seeds, and other plant parts is a foundational skill for herbalists. Gain confidence to mix and brew your own teas that not only taste delicious but are tailored to support your physical and emotional wellbeing.

Online Herbal Medicine Making Course

With over thirty years under my belt making medicine and teaching about herbs, Juliet Blankespoor came up with a course that is chock-full of tips for addressing common ailments at home with your very own tinctures, syrups, poultices and salves.

Online Herbal Immersion Program

With over thirty years under her belt growing herbs, making medicine, and teaching about plants, Juliet Blankespoor came up with a program that is chock-full of expert guidance for cultivating medicinal herbs and addressing common ailments at home with your very own tinctures, syrups, poultices and salves. She also takes it to the next level and teaches you how to make an Herbalism career.

Online Classes

From an herbal intensive, to seasonal walks in the woods, to herbal remedies to constipation, infectious unpleasantries, fevers, coughs, gut healers and more, Jim McDonald has an online class for you.

Herbology Organizations/Associations

American Herbalists Guild

The American Herbalists Guild is an educational organization to represent the goals and voices of herbalists specializing in the medicinal use of plants. Our primary goal is to promote a high level of professionalism and education in the study and practice of therapeutic herbalism.

The Herb Society of America

The Herb Society of America is dedicated to promoting the knowledge, use and delight of herbs through educational programs, research, and sharing the experience of its members with the community.

American Herbal Pharmacopoeia

The American Herbal Pharmacopoeia develops qualitative and therapeutic monographs on botanicals, including many of the Ayurvedic, Chinese, and Western herbs most frequently used in the United States. These monographs represent the most comprehensive and critically reviewed body of information on herbal medicines in the English language, and serve as a primary reference for academicians, health care providers, manufacturers, and regulators.

Herbalists without Borders

We believe that health and wellness are human rights, not privileges and recognize many global citizens lack access to primary health and wellness due to economic hardship and other barriers. We organize more than 70 unique sustainable, herbal, health & wellness HWB chapters, clinics, and projects.

Herbalista

Herbalista recognizes healthcare as a fundamental human right. We sponsor health services and herbal education through a variety of programs, empowering folks to care for themselves and their neighbors. We believe true healthcare is based on a foundation of mutual respect and mutual aid– solidarity not charity!

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