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Mushroom class! My Mushroom Course review

Agatha NoveilleMarch 17, 2022March 9, 2022

As an herbalist, I've focused more on plants and left fungi to their own devices. Until now! I took an online mushroom class and loved it. To be honest, I...

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Favorite Academy articles about the benefits of mushrooms

Agatha NoveilleDecember 26, 2021December 26, 2021

This year is going to be my Year of the Mushroom. My boyfriend was low-key obsessed with mushroom spotting on our hikes last year and my dad is looking into...

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Mullein uses according to traditional herbalism

Agatha NoveilleDecember 2, 2021October 29, 2021

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a stately presence along roadsides and in the herb garden in the summer and fall. Its thick, soft leaves and yellow flowers draw attention and invite...

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Coronavirus, Herbalism, and Pandemic Preparedness

Agatha NoveilleFebruary 26, 2020February 28, 2020

I’ve been watching the news about the new coronavirus, Covid-19, very carefully. I’m sure many of you have been as well! It’s taken me a while to sift through the...

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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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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...

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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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Using Bee Balm for Emotional Wellness

Agatha NoveilleMay 16, 2019July 13, 2019

Bee balm (Monarda didyma and M. fistulosa) is a beautiful garden plant with an affinity for the nervous system. It's a wonderful herbal ally for lifting the spirits and supporting...

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Allergy Season Problem Solving with Herbs

Agatha NoveilleMay 13, 2019May 11, 2019

It's easy to find lists of herbs for allergy season. Unfortunately, these lists generally miss the mark by focusing on a few generalized suggestions. Nettles, garlic, and turmeric are some...