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Learning Herbalism with Matthew Wood

Agatha NoveilleMay 20, 2020June 24, 2020

My own path as an herbalist is one of constant evolution and growth. Learning herbalism is a lifelong journey! Even after fifteen years of study, there are new plants...

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Historic and Modern Herbal Uses for Ivy

Agatha NoveilleDecember 10, 2019July 14, 2020

Hedera helix, or common ivy, is a familiar ornamental plant in modern households and gardens. It’s herbal history, on the other hand, has been all but forgotten! Let's take a...

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5 Important Herbs for Lung Health

Agatha NoveilleOctober 1, 2019October 2, 2019

It's almost cold and flu season, and that means it's a great time of year to discuss herbs for lung health! There are actually quite a few categories we could...

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A Review of The Modern Herbal Dispensatory

Agatha NoveilleJuly 18, 2019September 25, 2019

The Modern Herbal Dispensatory by Thomas Easley and Steven Horne is a valuable addition to any herbal home library. It's especially useful for home herbalists interested in taking their DIY...

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My guide to the best herbal supplement brands

Agatha NoveilleJuly 11, 2019May 20, 2022

Did you know I used to work in health food stores? It's true! I managed a Peachtree Natural Foods store many years ago, and I've also worked for Mother Nature's...

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How Many Herbs to Choose for an Herbal Formula

Agatha NoveilleJuly 4, 2019October 2, 2019

How many herbs to choose for an herbal formula is a common question for home herbalists. Read on for some things to consider as you create your next herbal blend....

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Celebrating the Herbal Uses of Monarda

Agatha NoveilleJuly 4, 2019August 14, 2020

It's no secret that I love Monarda. And I'm not the only one who loves this gorgeous little native plant! Here is a complete list of fantastic articles on the...

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Ways to Use Dried Bee Balm on the Homestead

Agatha NoveilleMay 30, 2019May 30, 2019

Bee balm is an herb and ornamental garden plant. Other names for bee balm include bergamot, monarda, and sweet leaf. It is one of my must-have garden herbs for health...

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Why Use Herbal Formulas?

Agatha NoveilleMay 23, 2019May 27, 2019

Herbal formulas are mixtures of multiple herbs designed with a focused goal. Herbalists create them for convenience, synergy, and flexibility. Sometimes herbal formulas are also known as herbal blends or...

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The Earthwise Herbal Repertory for Home Herbalists

Agatha NoveilleMay 14, 2019June 29, 2019

This is part of a series about my home herbalist library. Having a large selection of reliable, accurate books is vital for learning herbalism. Take a peek at my full...