The Herb has Two Faces: Cinnamon You don’t really think about it, it’s there on the shelf of every home, ready to use at a moment’s notice. But now stop. Look at it and think. This bottle of this strange red/brown powder is more that it seems. It taste...
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Aromatherapy- My Learning Curve to Aromatherapy
My Learning Curve to Aromatherapy Katherine Judge – Student Article All articles written by students are the opinions, research and voice of the student and not Heart of Herbs Herbal School. We encourage our students to explore and grow in their profession. “A little learning is a dangerous thing;...
Convenience
Convenience Student Article by Sarah Powers Convenience…the word that describes the lifestyle of the current Western World. All articles written by students are the opinions, research and voice of the student and not Heart of Herbs Herbal School. We encourage our students to explore and grow in their profession....
Herbal Remedy Shelf Lives
Shelf Life of Herbal Remedies. One question I am frequently asked is about the shelf life of herbal remedies. Herbal remedies can often have a long and stable shelf life, but like any preparation, commercial or otherwise, it will have a shelf life. Each preparation has a different...
AROMATHERAPY FOR ALLERGIES
AROMATHERAPY FOR ALLERGIES By Cindy Sheppard All articles written by students are the opinions, research and voice of the student and not Heart of Herbs Herbal School. We encourage our students to explore and grow in their profession. Spring has sprung and so have seasonal allergies. From the...
Why choose an Aromatherapist over an MLM
Why choose an Aromatherapist over an MLM (Multi-Level Marketing) distributor by Erica Mason The usage of essential oils is more popular today than it has ever been. You can buy essential oils online, in the grocery store, and most likely even from one of your friends or neighbors. With...
ST. John’s Wort to the rescue!
ST. John’s Wort to the rescue! by Dustin Christo Alright, I know what your all thinking, “Great another article about this herb” well your right sit down and listen. St. John Wort is one the most used, oldest used and most useful herb on the PLANET! Please let me explain....
Is Aromatherapy making headway into mainstream America?
Is Aromatherapy making headway into mainstream America? By Brad Randall The simple answer is YES. The most notable, and probably oldest essential oil used in commercially available over the counter medicine is Vicks VapoRub. Eucalyptus Oil has been an ingredient in Vicks VapoRub since it was introduced in 1891...
Hypothyroidism and Herbalism
Hypothyroidism and Herbalism by Michael Lee Hypothyroidism is a clinical condition where the thyroid gland fails to produce enough triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), the hormones responsible for homeostasis of metabolism, glucose oxidation, and protein synthesis in the body. There are many underlying causes for hypothyroidism: iodine deficiency (most...
Garden Spirit
Garden Spirit by Becky Merwin When I was asked to do an article as an assignment, it was easy for me to decide what I would say. I am a very passionate Gardener, Herbalist, Aroma Therapist, Spiritual Counseler, Empath, and naturalist. I appreciate Mother Nature on a spiritual...