Herbs and Men’s Health
Today’s topic is all about herbs for the fellas. The most common herbs people think of when it comes to male health are herbs that support the prostate, but herbs...
Herbs and Women’s Health
This week on indieherbalist we will be investigating herbs and how they can be used to support women, men, and children, and also take a look at herbs for pets...
Lymphatics and herbs for immune support
Not all herbs that support healthy immunity support the body in the same way. Do you know the difference between herbs for short- and long-term immune system support? This article...
Exploring Herbs + Digestion
When it’s working well, chances are you barely notice your digestive system; but digestion can be a big deal if things get even a little unbalanced! Although there are too...
Exploring Herbs and Energy
Everyone's talking about adaptogens for energy, but they aren't the full story when it comes to herbs for energy! Several types of herbs support energy and keep fatigue at bay....
Exploring Herbs and Sleep
If you’re like me, stress can make you lose sleep. . . but if you’re not getting enough sleep you are probably feeling even more stressed! Here’s a little overview...
Common Questions and Answers About Adaptogens
I love growing and using adaptogens, and write about them often. Actually, I even wrote an entire recipe book about them! These herbs open doors to a whole other way...
Herbs and Alcohol Extracts, Elixirs, and Cordials Explained
There are several different types of herbal alcohol preparations, the most common of which are extracts, elixirs, and cordials. So what's the difference? When working with herbs and alcohol, the...
How to make herbal infusions with thyme
A simple brew of herbs and water is the most basic of herbal preparations. However, it's a staple for home herbalists for a reason! This effective style of preparing herbs...
Herbal Safety Basics for Home Herbalists
There is a common misconception that herbs are natural, so they must be safe. The truth is more nuanced, so let’s look at five areas of herbal safety so you...