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Ten ways to simplify learning herbalism

Agatha NoveilleJune 4, 2020June 6, 2022

I remember feeling overwhelmed when I first started learning herbalism. There was just so much information available! Herbalism can be very complex. There are plants and their uses to learn,...

How to Use Safer Herbal Language

Agatha NoveilleJune 1, 2020July 2, 2020

It's time to talk about using safer herbal language. Why? Well, the coronavirus pandemic has raised awareness of herbalism in a big way. On the one hand, hey - that's...

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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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Peony root and the immune system

Agatha NoveilleMay 8, 2020May 3, 2022

I've written several posts about peony here on Indie Herbalist. With the continuing pandemic, it's actually a perfect time to revisit this lovely garden flower from an herbal perspective. Despite...

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Tips and Tricks for Giving Herbs to Dogs

Agatha NoveilleMarch 6, 2020

Just like people, dogs can benefit from the supportive, healthful nature of many herbs. Herbs for dogs can be used as powders, herbal extracts, herbal glycerites, or as teas. Giving...

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Is Elderberry Safe? Elderberry and the Immune System

Agatha NoveilleFebruary 21, 2020March 20, 2020

I recently saw an article about elderberry making the rounds online. It’s called “When Not to Use Elderberry: Using a Little Discernment." If you read it, you may be left...

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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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Making herbal smoking blends from scratch

Agatha NoveilleOctober 8, 2019April 14, 2022

Throughout history, dried herbs have been used to make incense, smudges, and herbal smoking blends. After all, there's something fascinating about the alchemy of herbs and smoke. Part of it...

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5 Important herbs for the lungs

Agatha NoveilleOctober 1, 2019December 30, 2022

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

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August Article in AromaCulture Magazine

Agatha NoveilleAugust 1, 2019

Have you heard of AromaCulture magazine? I am so impressed by this publication! It's a great resource for the client-focused side of botanical wellness. I wrote an article about TCM...