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More money has been spent on studying reishi than

More money has been spent on studying reishi than on any other mushroom.
In China, historically it was used for longevity and spiritual potency.
There are over 400 polysaccharides present-these are the immune-modulating compounds-which makes it excellent for those with autoimmune diseases.
It contains triterpenes and polyphenols which emulsifies fats, helps with cholesterol, is antiviral and protects the liver.
It contains ganodermic acids which are bitter compounds that have a stimulating effect-anti-inflammatory, and it grounds into the ability of the body system to connect to itself better.
Calms anxiety (monkey mind) and insomnia
Calms lungs (asthma and allergies)
Calms the heart (palpitations)
Stabilizes blood sugar
It has steroidal compounds that increase vigor and vitality AND is full of vitamins and minerals!

Each month, medicine boxes contain 3-5 items centered around a specific herb. Small boxes are $35 and large are $50. Comment below or DM me if you would like to purchase one!
#reishi #mushroommedicine #ganoderma #herbalism #kitchenmedicine #plantmedicine

So many updates! 🍄First, I would love to intro

A lot of times we think that foraging and harvest

A lot of times we think that foraging and harvest is over when summer ends. If you look closely enough, there is so much more you can work with in the autumn and even winter-depending on where you live.
For example-there are lots of mushrooms around right now-of course, if you aren't skilled in identification, please do not attempt this. I have very minimal knowledge and will only harvest the few varieties that I can easily recognize.
Something that is easier for you might be your roots, barks, and evergreen needles! Now is the time to dig up burdock, dandelion, marshmallow, and yellow dock roots. Also, first year mullein and angelica. Pine, spruce and fir needles are abundance.
I also am on the look out for rosehips and hawthorn berries right now.
But what I love the most, is when those early spring greens come back for a few weeks. There is nothing better than chickweed, violet, and dandelion leaves in the late autumn. I take this opportunity to make a bunch of pesto to freeze for the winter!
Remember-always follow ethical and sustainable wildcrafting guidelines!
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#foraging #harvesting #wildcrafting #herbalism #herbology #wildgreens #wildfoods

Each month, I create a themed box of goodness cent

Each month, I create a themed box of goodness centered around a singular herb.
For November, my desire was to have a more food based box because I love focusing on nourishment during this time.
What better plant to work with than stinging nettles?
Nettles are packed full of nutrients and taste amazing. Wonderful in soups and teas, a great alternative to spinach and other greens. It even works to strengthen your adrenals, cleanse your blood, and is a natural antihistamine.
Have you worked with nettles yet? What is your favorite recipe?
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#stingingnettles #nettles #herbalism #plantmedicine #foodmedicine #drinkyournettles #wildearthherbals #cookwithherbsandlove #foodismedicine #familyherbalist #kitchenwitch

Wild Earth Herbals is getting an updating look in

Whenever I talk to people about what their barrier

Whenever I talk to people about what their barriers to eating healthy foods and incorporating herbalism into their lives, the recurring answers are always lack of their two most valuable resources: time and money.
It's expensive to buy organic produce and grassfed meats and it takes time to prepare all the things.
It's expensive to buy herbal remedies from the health food store and it takes time to learn how to make your own medicine.
In my Kitchen Medicine course (Starting Nov 1), we break it down into easy lessons.
1-Intentional meal planning and preparation. This will save you time and money.
2-How to shop on a strict budget. Our food budget is one of the only variable expenses we have control over. Our health should not be sacrificed, but there are tricks to buying healthy foods without going over budget.
3-Kitchen herbalism. This mini course shows you fun and easy ways to incorporate herbs and spices that you ALREADY HAVE in your kitchen into your everyday diets to reclaim your health. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
The best part about this course~because it is specifically designed for people who are looking to save money or have limited resources to begin with~it is only $5! Click the link in my bio to register or comment below with any questions.
#herbalism #plantmedicine #plantmagic #herbalist #apothecary #kitchenmedicine #naturalliving #earthmedicine #naturalmedicine #kitchenwitch #ancientmedicine #traditionalwellness #wildwoman #naturalmama #medicinewoman #ethicalherbalism #wildearthherbals #intuitivemedicine #herbalhearthandhome #winterwellness #foodbudget #holistichealth #immunesupport #mealprep #mealplanning #mabon #autumnharvest

@_.rainbow_sunshine._ you are the winner of the W

@_.rainbow_sunshine._ you are the winner of the Winter Wellness kit! Send me your info!

It's giveaway time! This package is all about #win

It's giveaway time! This package is all about #winterwellness.
In it you will receive a tin of Elder's Wisdom tea, Elderberry elixir, and Wild Garden Oxymel (cough syrup). There is also a special addition, a vintage porcelain tea cup and saucer from my personal stash. Just because it's a medicinal tea, doesn't mean you can't be fancy!
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To be entered to win:
🌿Like, save, and share this post
🍄Follow @wildearthherbals and @foragedfolklore
🌿Comment below your favorite bingeable series (we all need new ideas of what to watch while we are sick in bed)
🍄Tag as many friends as you would like (each tag in new comment for multiple entries)

Winner will be chosen on October 16th noon EST.
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. #herbalism #plantallies #plantmedicine #herbs #herbology #naturalliving #elderberrysyrup #elderberryelixir #herbaltea #herbaloxymel #winterwellness #giveaway #herbalist #vintagehouseware #foragedfolklore

I did this a few years, and wanted to bring it bac

I did this a few years, and wanted to bring it back.
#SelfCare is such a loaded and cliched phrase anymore, and a lot of it seems to revolved around focusing on these big pampering type things. When in reality, self care could literally be brushing your teeth or drinking water.
In my group on Facebook, we will be working on accountability and daily small activities (that do not require any addition time or expense) to create routine and ritual in our lives that will build on each other to create this basis for vitality.
If you are interested in joining, send me a DM so I can send you the link to my group.
I would love to hear about where you need support and where you are already rocking!

I know that a huge block in reaching your health g

I know that a huge block in reaching your health goals, breaking down your issues, is knowing where to start. I love 1:1 consultations for this reason because we can really get in deep and examine exactly what we have going on. But, I know that for a lot of folks it is cost prohibitive. And, a one time session typically isn't going to go anywhere because you need ongoing support. Unfortunately, a monthly or even bimonthly consultation can really add up fast.
To solve this issue, I have created the the Healing Sessions. These are biweekly group consultations-creating intimate containers to not only give you your own personalized consultation (we will have 1:1 time) but also gives you the support of your peers.
The benefit of The Healing Sessions is that you aren't paying for monthly 1:1 consultations but you will receive the same benefit-as well as create a smaller intimate community that can support each other. If you are interested in more information, let me know in the comments below (or DM me) and leave your email address so I can add you to the list!
The Healing Sessions will be very limited in space and I will likely just have 1-2 groups to start.

Each month, I focus on a singular herb to theme a

Each month, I focus on a singular herb to theme a collection of items. These medicine boxes are designed so you can work with one plant ally at a time to deepen your relationship with it. It's also a wonderful way to build up your herbal medicine cabinet!
You will receive between 3-5 items depending on the size you order - some are typical items that have been in my shop in the past, and some could be totally new.
Small boxes are $35 and large are $50 (plus shipping)
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DM me if you are interested, or if you have any questions, leave me a comment below!

I have some beautiful teas to share with everyone

I have some beautiful teas to share with everyone! Some are oldies but goodies, and some are new and beautiful additions.

1. By request-Artemis' Dream. This lovely blend helps carry you off gently to sleep. Containing: skullcap, lemon balm, oatstraw, chamomile, rose, valerian, and lavender. Don't worry, the valerian is in a small enough amount that it isn't overpowering.

2. Persephone's Journey. This blend embodies the journey into the dark half of the year. Blended with raspberry leaf, mugwort, hibiscus, rose hips, and dried pomegranate seeds. It's a reminder that you can be both the Goddess of Spring and the Queen of the Underworld. I love to add a spoonful of rose infused honey.

3. Sunna tea. Named for the Germanic goddess Sunna-goddess of the sun. The sun is connected to our solar plexus which rules our digestive system. This blend is a great after dinner digestive aid. Contains: tulsi, lemon balm, chamomile, and honeybush tea.

4. Cha Cha Chai-Chaga and cacao blended with rooibos, honeybush, and yummy chai spices: cinnamon, cloves, star anise, orange peel, cardamom and black pepper.

5. Adrenal & Gut Support. A Wild Earth Herbals' favorite. Containing nettles, dandelion, tulsi, marshmallow root, orange peel, and licorice root.

6. Herbal UnCoffee. I'm making this in massive quantities right now. Wonderful for those trying to kick the caffeine. It provides that rich embodied flavor that is a huge part of my morning ritual that I still need to fill now that I am not drinking coffee. Contains: chicory root, dandelion root, oatstraw, ashwagandha, shatavari, and cacao.

7. Not a tea lol but Broth herbs! Now is the time to start stocking up on your bone broth. The dark half of the year is when we need to draw inward and tend to our roots. The herbs in this change as the seasons do but it is so delicious to add these herbs to your broths and soups.

You can find all the teas and broth blends in my bio!

I have been off coffee for 2.5 weeks (aside from t

I have been off coffee for 2.5 weeks (aside from the 2 cup slip this weekend-but in my defense, I was driving 5 hours in the rain. IT WAS REQUIRED OKAY?)
I have had a love affair with coffee ever since I was a teenager. My friends and I would go to coffee shops and drink coffee for hours. I then worked in a coffee shop as a young 20 something and it just grew from there. I actually quit coffee once in my 20s because I noticed I was getting headaches on my days off.
Through my descent into my 30s and 40s, my addiction grew. I was drinking upwards of 6-9 cups a day to make it through the day. I have tried to quit numerous times but I have always gone back because I cannot get through the withdrawals.
Somehow, this time I did it. I had a headache for a day or two after but then I was fine.
One thing that has been a constant in helping me survive, is my herbal UnCoffee. It's rich and bold and when you add a bit of cream it is just as comforting as a cup of coffee.
See, especially in these cooler months when a warm cuppa is required in the mornings, I need that ritual of heating the water, measuring out the coffee (herbs in this case!) and letting it steep. Then the warm cup and the rich scent and taste are a perfect beginning to the day.
The best part is, the herbs I use are wonderful for your liver, adrenals, and blood so you are healing your body while removing the stimulants. Plus, you can drink a cup in the evening without worry! If you are interested, click the link in my bio or comment below.
What is your morning ritual like?
#uncoffee #ditchthecaffeine #morningrituals #chicoryroot #adaptogens #liversupport #quittingcoffee #loveyouradrenals #adrenalsupport #dandelionroot #shatavari #ashwagandha #herbalist #plantmedicine

If you don't already know this about me, I LOVE qu

If you don't already know this about me, I LOVE quirky and vintage things. Especially kitchen things! This is a Moroccan tea pot that my Oma gave me on my last visit to Germany when I was 19. I've broken a few cups along the way, but the pot has survived 23 years of moves and my children!
All of my things had been packed away for 6 months, and unpacking these last few weeks has been like Christmas. As a Taurus, I love being surrounded by my beautiful things. #maximalist all the way haha. I tried to go for the minimalist craze that started, but it just isn't for me.

This is possibly one of my favorite stories about

This is possibly one of my favorite stories about herbal medicine (shared in my FB group)
Guys. My baby is 9 days old. Last night I felt like I was experiencing post partum psychosis. I have 5 children and have not experienced anything close to this since I had my first baby and had no idea how bad PPD could get, and how quickly it can turn into something you feel unable to control. Without going into details and humiliating myself, I’ll just give a tiny snippet, when my husband left for work this morning, he took anything that one could use to hurt themselves. It was very very bad last night. When I woke up this morning I felt out of control again. I felt less like punishing myself and more like I was stuck inside of my head and couldn’t get away from my own mind. Obsessing over every little thing that hasn’t gone right in my life for the last decade. Thankfully, Angie asked if I’d received my latest package, I told her I had and then told her what had happened last night. She told me to take the motherwort. I took it around 6 AM (I live out west in a different time zone, this isn’t an endorsement to message our favorite herbalist at 6 am asking for help 😂). Was able to calm down enough to fall asleep again for several hours. When I woke up I felt more level but still a little out of it. I took another bigger dose (turns out I read the dosing wrong). I now feel like I can actually breathe and can control my own mind. I feel the call to start obsessing in the back of my mind, but I feel strong enough to not go to that place. This morning my husband was threatening to drag me to our doctor, and was worried about leaving me alone, while I’m not 100% and have to still ride out all of the wonderful hormonal fluctuations, I now feel like I am strong enough to make it through this.
**Continued in comments.
#motherwort #herbalism #ppd #postpartumdepression #plantmedicine

"I use Sunny tincture for my shitty attitude." Th

"I use Sunny tincture for my shitty attitude."

This is a quote from one of my favorite customers. She did a little video on her IG page about what herbs she takes on trips to help keep her centered and healthy.
In all seriousness, the Sunny tincture was designed for this exact purpose. It is summer and sunshine embodied.
Crafted with local and organic St John's wort flowers, lemon balm, and mimosa blossoms (The Chinese call mimosa the tree of happiness), the synergy of these herbs provide uplifting light for when you need a hand. A great addition to your Seasonal Affected Disorder regimen. I recommend the sunny tincture for those that struggle with transitions (season change, weather change), upheaval, and big emotions. It is especially helpful during the upcoming holiday season. Dealing with family, traveling, new environments, jet lag, sore muscles from being in the car and yes-for your own shitty attitude.
This is definitely the most potent batch I have made to date. It will be included in the shop update this Friday!
#seasonalaffectivedisorder #saintjohnswort #mimosa #lemonbalm #herbalism #herbalist #plantmedicine

It is just about time for elderberry elixir and fi

It is just about time for elderberry elixir and fire cider!

I am going to be taking pre-orders for both.

Elderberry elixir is super potent with elderberry tincture, elderberry decoction (with other anti-microbial herbs such as ginger, star anise, and cinnamon) and an elderberry infused honey. You don't have to use as much as with a typical elderberry syrup.
3 oz bottle $18 and 8 oz bottle $32

Fire cider is an hot and tastey anti-microbial concoction. Created with organic apple cider vinegar and honey, with added veggies and herbs such as garlic, onion, horseradish, ginger, lemon, orange, hot peppers, and whatever other herbs I fancy throwing in-usually like turmeric, thyme, rosemary...
This is best used either daily as a tonic, or at the onset of an infection.
8 ounce bottle $18

And if you want a good old fashioned no nonsense simple elderberry syrup, I can do that too. Made with local raw honey (from my grandmother's farm)
8 oz bottle $18 16 oz bottle $30

#elderberrysyrup #elderberry #firecider #herbalism #herbs #folkmedicine #herbalmedicine #plantmedicine

Tulsi/Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) Tulsi is consid

Tulsi/Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum)

Tulsi is considered a holy plant of India. Embodiment of the goddess Lakshmi. It is one of my absolute favorite plants to work with. Having it fresh in my garden as often as humanly possible, just walking by and smelling it instantly calms.
Tulsi is one of those amazing well rounded herbs that seem to work with all the body systems!

• soothes the nervous system

• antimicrobial

• diaphoretic (supports and works with fever)

• adaptogen-works with the adrenals to regulate stress

• reduces mucous in the respiratory system

• Warming in nature

• Digestive aid

• helps with circulation

• antihistamine

• lowers blood pressure..

See? Seriously everything.

I will be taking preorders for my Tulsi medicine box for August (will likely mail out second week in August).
Small box is $35 and large is $50.
Each box contains 3-5 items with tulsi as the star. This is definitely a must have for your medicine cabinet.

#tulsi #adrenalfatigue #adaptogen #herbalism #herbology #plantmedicine #holybasil

Creating a medicinal herbal tea requires 3 things:

Creating a medicinal herbal tea requires 3 things: herbs, water, and patience. We are so conditioned in instant gratification. Click now for this. Take this and feel better, Now Now Now. When I stop and really think about that, a few things come to mind.
~You didn't get sick instantaneously, so don't expect to achieve health instantaneously.
~Rushing and needing things NOW just might be contributing to our dis-ease.
~Slowing down and practicing patience and mindful habits allows you to purposefully focus your energy and intention into your actions.
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Yes, I often turn to the fast action of tinctures. But when I need deep nourishing healing, I turn to teas every.single.time. There is something about the ritual that is truly healing in itself. It becomes a meditation. Heating the water. Measuring the herbs. Steeping. Straining. Waiting. Waiting. Then the aroma hits. Breathe it in. Deep. Allow it to permeate your body. Before even taking a sip, the medicine is working. Holding the mug in your hands and feeling the warmth. Savoring the moment. Breathe. Sip. Breathe. Breathe.

It’s all fun and games until your usually wary f

It’s all fun and games until your usually wary five year old ends up 20 feet up a tree, and the fire department has to get him down. 🤦🏼‍♀️
#mykidisacat #wildchild #lifewithboys #naturekids #stuckinatree

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