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Herbs with RosaleeLinden with Josh Williams + Linden Blossom SyrupI had such a lovely time chatting with this week’s podcast guest, Josh Williams, about one of my favorite tree medicines, and one that is often found in urban landscapes – the lovely linden (Tilia spp.). Josh shared so many gems about this beloved tree, from harvesting tips to how to make the most of its medicine, and he even told a beautiful story about linden from Roman mythology.Every year during linden bloom time, Josh gathers its sweetly-scented flowers and prepares a syrup with them, for use in beverages, to drizzle over food, in baking, and more...2025-06-1853 minHerbs with RosaleeFour Powerful Herbal Allies for Cooling InflammationThere are so many ways that working with herbs can benefit you – and health challenges related to chronic inflammation are no exception. In this short compilation, I share four of my favorite herbs that help to cool inflammation, along with some of the specific inflammatory conditions where these herbs shine. By the end of this episode, you’ll see just how versatile and supportive these amazing plants can be!By the end of this episode, you’ll know:► Why marshmallow is like a soft herbal hug for your digestive tract► What makes rosemary a great part...2025-05-2106 minHerbs with RosaleeChickweed with KhadiYah Preciado + Itch Relief OilIt was such a pleasure to have KhadiYah Preciado on the podcast - her curiosity about the plant world and its many gifts is inspiring, and it was just delightful to hear about her love for chickweed and the ways that she works with this abundant springtime herb! One of the many ways that KhadiYah works with chickweed is in her Itch Relief Oil – a fantastic medicine to make in the spring, when chickweed is abundant, in anticipation of the inevitable mosquito bites of summer! You can download your beautifully-illustrated recipe card here: https://bit.ly...2025-03-1936 minHerbs with RosaleeBehind the Scenes with Emilie Thomas-Anderson + Black WalnutI’m a big fan of behind-the-scenes stories – apparently, even, when it comes to my own podcast and school! While I might be the face of Herbs with Rosalee, it’s important to me that you know about the amazing team that works to support everything we do here. In today’s episode, I had a delightful conversation with Emilie Thomas-Anderson, who serves as the project manager for this podcast. Emilie not only shared all about what goes into the podcast production from start to finish, but also discussed her love of black walnut and her family’s annual tradi...2025-01-2959 minHerbs with RosaleeHow to Join Our Free Medicine Making Webinar + Herbal Mini CourseRegister for our free webinar, “Avoid Common Herbal Pitfalls So You Can Make Remedies That Heal,” by visiting http://www.herbalminicourse.com/. In this webinar, my co-teacher Emily Han and I will be diving into the most common mistakes people make when working with herbs (as well as how to avoid them). You’ll also get access to our free Rooted Medicine Circle mini course when you register. But don’t delay, the webinar and mini course are only open for a short time!For all the details about the free webinar and mini course, be sure to t...2025-01-2202 minHerbs with RosaleeWhy I Went Back to Herbal SchoolWhere are you in your herbal learning journey? Where would you like to go? What steps will you take to get there? These are all questions I’ve asked myself many times over the years, and reflecting upon the answers has helped to guide me to where I am today.Last year, one of the answers that jumped out at me was: go back to herbal school! This may seem a little silly or strange – after all, I already have years of study behind me and even have my own herbal school. So why would I go back...2025-01-1522 minHerbs with RosaleeAshwagandha for Sleep + Ashwagandha Side EffectsAshwagandha is one of the most revered herbs in the Ayurvedic tradition, and it’s easy to see why! This amazing herb can be a wonderful ally if you’re struggling with sleep issues, anxiety, and stress – and even if you’re not. It’s a wonderfully grounding and rejuvenative herb that, when taken at the right dose, can support your health in so many ways. (However, it is worth noting that ashwagandha can have some side effects and isn’t for everyone - so be sure to tune in to learn about whether it’s the right herb for you!)I...2025-01-0822 minHerbs with RosaleeRhodiola with Robert Rogers + Fresh Roseroot TinctureIt was such an honor to sit down again with Robert Rogers - he’s been working with plants for over fifty years and has such a wealth of knowledge to share! I was so excited that he chose to discuss rhodiola, a plant that I love to reach for in the cold, dark days of winter. Robert was a key player in getting sustainable sources of the plant to the market many years ago (you’ll hear all about that in our conversation!), and had so much to share about this sweet-smelling herb.Robert also shared with...2024-12-0457 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Sage Herb + Sore Throat Relief Recipe [Replay]In honor of this week's Thanksgiving holiday in the US, we're replaying a listener favorite here at Herbs with Rosalee - The Benefits of Sage!There are sooooo many benefits of sage! In the United States, the sage herb often gets ignored except as a tasty addition to the Thanksgiving stuffing. But there are lots of reasons to love sage every day of the year. In this episode, I share my love of sage, including sage tea benefits. You’ll also receive a yummy sore throat relief recipe featuring sage and lemon. Sage (Salvia officinalis) is...2024-11-2719 minHerbs with RosaleeSpoof Herb Commercial and Cooling Inflammation PromoI’ve got something a little bit different for this week’s episode!You know all those commercials for pharmaceutical drugs? The ones that list all the crazy side effects while showing people strolling on the beach or at a dinner party having fun? Well, for this week’s episode I envisioned what it might be like if there was a similar ad for herbs.You’ll also hear about one of my online courses, Cooling Inflammation. Not all inflammation is bad, but when it runs amuck, it causes all sorts of problems, including chronic pain and...2024-11-1306 minHerbs with RosaleeBlack Birch with Amelia South + Tummy Ache TeaI’ve only worked with black birch a little bit, and I was really excited when Amelia South told me she was interested in discussing this beautiful tree! Amelia had so much to share about black birch, and I left the conversation wishing I could be out in the woods smelling and tasting it right then. I’d be surprised if you don’t leave this episode feeling super interested in black birch, too!One of the things Amelia shared was how black birch has supported her with pain relief in so many different situations, from arthritic pain to...2024-10-3033 minHerbs with RosaleeHerbal Energetics of ThymeIt’s easy to love the taste of thyme in stews and roasts and sauces, but have you taken the time to really taste thyme? When you have really good quality thyme, it’s highly aromatic and very spicy and hot!Tasting an herb and experiencing how it feels in your body when you take it as food and medicine is at the heart of herbal energetics. This system is a great way to really get to know the plants you’re working with, and to choose the herbs that are best suited to your unique body and co...2024-09-1115 minHerbs with RosaleeMeadowsweet + Meadowsweet Pain Relief TeaThere are so many medicinal benefits of meadowsweet herb! Some people think of meadowsweet simply as a natural form of aspirin. While it does shine at relieving pain (especially a particular type of pain!), meadowsweet’s gifts go far beyond this.In this episode, I’ll be sharing my love of this beautiful member of the rose family, as well as one of my favorite ways to enjoy its pain-relieving benefits with my recipe for Meadowsweet Flower Pain Relief Tea. You’ll find a link to your free, beautifully illustrated recipe card here: https://bit.ly/4gaHvnEBy...2024-09-0417 minHerbs with RosaleeBehind the Scenes with Karin Rose - Student Services at Herbs with RosaleeIf you’re like me and love “behind the scenes” content, you’re in for a treat today! We’re pulling back the curtain to look at what it’s like to provide community support here at Herbs With Rosalee. My guest today is our Student Services Coordinator, Karin Rose. As a person who loves to interact with students and the herbal community, Karin answers emails, direct messages through social media, YouTube comments and more. She also supports the students enrolled in our online courses.Besides being the only extrovert on the team and a super-graciou...2024-01-2445 minHerbs with RosaleeThree Ways to Win Over an Herbal SkepticIn this episode, I’m sharing three ways to win over the herbal naysayers in your life.Here’s the backstory. Last fall, I sent a survey to my newsletter subscribers to ask them what was on their herbal minds. One of the responses I saw most often went something like this: “Help! I love herbs but my (spouse, partner, friend, etc.) doesn’t think they work. How do I get them to see how powerful herbs really are?”You asked. I listened… and here are my three best tips, compiled just for you.After list...2024-01-1716 minHerbs with RosaleePrickly Pear with Mimi Prunella HernandezIt was an honor to sit down with Mimi Prunella Hernandez to discuss the many gifts of Prickly Pear (Opuntia spp.). Mimi also shared her passion for science and her herbal journey that led to becoming the executive director of the American Herbalists Guild and the author of her new book, National Geographic Herbal: 100 Herbs From the World's Healing Traditions (which, by the way, I LOVED). In this episode, you’ll find lots of wisdom and heart-centered inspiration as she shares her own herbal journey and shares about the beautiful gifts of prickly pear.Also, don’t miss...2024-01-1043 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Elecampane Root + Elecampane Herbal Bitters RecipeThere are so many benefits of elecampane root! It’s famous for coughs but be warned: it doesn’t help ALL types of coughs. Instead, elecampane truly shines for one type of cough in particular (and yes, I’ve got all the details in the episode). Elecampane root is also totally underrated as a bitter herb to support digestion. In this episode, I’m sharing my love for this powerful medicinal plant. As a listener, you’ll also get access to my favorite elecampane herbal bitters recipe. (Be sure to download your free, beautifully i...2024-01-0323 minHerbs with RosaleeRosemary Plant Benefits + Recipe for InflammationIn this episode, I’m sharing six important rosemary plant benefits including a recipe for rosemary tapenade, which is a great way to address chronic inflammation (in a delicious way!). I love rosemary not only for how it smells, but also because this plant truly blurs the line between what is food and medicine. In other words, this is a potent medicinal hiding in your kitchen cabinet! When might you reach for rosemary?► To boost your memory, reduce anxiety and depression, and improve sleep quality.► As a support for the heart and circulatory system...2023-11-1526 minHerbs with RosaleeWhat are the Facts about Rosemary Oil + Rosemary Water for Hair Growth?In the last few years, there has been a lot of talk about rosemary for hair growth. When an herb gets a lot of attention, you often see some people show up who just want to sell you something. As a result, they may exaggerate or misrepresent the benefits of that herb. In an environment like that, rosemary for hair growth might, understandably, sound too good to be true and leave you asking yourself, what are the facts?Luckily, when it comes to knowing the facts about rosemary for hair growth, we can pull from a lot o...2023-11-0818 minHerbs with RosaleeGoldenrod Benefits: Medicinal Uses of Goldenrod Plant (Solidago)In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 medicinal uses of goldenrod plant in the Solidago genus. Far from being a likely culprit behind seasonal allergies, goldenrod is brimming with benefits, some of which may surprise you! (Plus I’ll also share what may be causing your seasonal allergies.) Finally, as always, I love to share recipes that empower you to experience working with plants for yourself…and goldenrod is no exception. Be sure to download your free, printable recipe card for Goldenrod Tea for Urinary Support.When might you reach for goldenrod?► To soothe so...2023-10-0420 minHerbs with RosaleeMedicinal Hops Benefits (Humulus lupulus) + Hops Oil RecipeHops (Humulus lupulus) is a powerful relaxing herb! In this episode, I’m sharing five medicinal hops benefits, as well as an interesting way for you to work with hops in a hops oil recipe. When might you reach for hops?► To soothe muscle tension, including intestinal cramping and menstrual cramps. Hops truly shines when used topically for this type of pain. (Don’t miss out on your free, printable recipe card for hops infused oil!) ► To support metabolic health. While the causes (and therefore approaches) for metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance or type 2 di...2023-09-2720 minHerbs with RosaleeFive Best Ways to Learn About Herbs and Herbal RemediesI’m often asked about the best way to learn about herbs and herbal medicine. The answer is, “It depends.”Just as herbal medicine itself is best customized for the individual taking it, each person’s best path to learning about herbs is unique. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some underlying principles that can act like a map, empowering you to chart your best route before committing a lot of time or money.In this episode, I’m sharing five steps to take so that when you do commit to a particular course of stud...2023-09-2025 minHerbs with RosaleeTulsi Tea Benefits | Holy Basil Side EffectsThere are so many tulsi tea benefits! In fact, super-yummy tulsi tea is one of my favorite ways to enjoy holy basil. In this episode, I’m giving you my three most-loved tulsi tea recipes. I’m also sharing some important holy basil side effects you need to know about before making tulsi tea a part of your life.(By the way, this is the second half of a two-part series on holy basil. In case you missed it, I’ve included the link for the first half in the resources section below.)After listening in to...2023-09-1313 minHerbs with RosaleeHoly Basil Benefits (Tulsi Benefits)In this episode, you’ll learn all about holy basil benefits for your heart, immune system, brain health and so much more. In fact, there’s so much to know about the health benefits of holy basil (also known as Tulsi or Ocimum sanctum) that I decided to record this episode in two parts. Watch for part two, all about Tulsi Tea Benefits and Holy Basil Side Effects, next week.In the meantime, I’m also sharing a beautifully illustrated holy basil ebook to give you an easy way to keep all the information I share today organi...2023-09-0622 minHerbs with RosaleeMarshmallow Root Benefits (Althaea officinalis) + Marshmallow Root Tea RecipeSlippery, slimy, gooey… these probably aren’t words you associate with medicine, but sometimes they’re exactly what you need. And they perfectly describe marshmallow root’s benefits! In fact, marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) is one of our most healing and soothing medicinal herbs! In this episode, I’m showing you exactly how to make a marshmallow root tea recipe for the best marshmallow root benefits. Making this tea is so easy, you don’t even have to heat up water!So… when might you turn to marshmallow root tea?► To soothe your sore throat and/or dry...2023-08-1620 minHerbs with RosaleeChamomile Tea Side Effects and Benefits + Three Chamomile Tea RecipesIn this episode, you’ll find out how to avoid unwanted chamomile tea side effects. I also show you how to be sure your chamomile is high quality so you can get the most benefits from your tea. PLUS I’m sharing three chamomile tea recipes with you.Chamomile, or Matricaria chamomilla, is like having an entire apothecary at your fingertips! I reach for chamomile tea to soothe an upset tummy, to relieve stress and tension, and even to promote sleep. And, of course, chamomile tea is a lovely way to relax and promote digestion after a meal...2023-08-0917 minHerbs with RosaleeRed Clover Tea Benefits | Herbs for Menopause SupportIf you are or you know a woman of a certain age, you know how un-fun certain menopause symptoms can be. (Hot flashes, anyone?) Wouldn’t an herb that shines for menopause support, easing symptoms such as vaginal dryness and hot flashes be a wonderful ally? Well, that’s exactly the sort of benefits you can enjoy by making cooling, soothing, nutrient-rich and delicious red clover tea (Trifolium pratense) an everyday part of your lifestyle.And red clover tea benefits don’t stop there! (Be sure to download your free, printable recipe card so you can sta...2023-07-1920 minHerbs with RosaleeWillow Tree Bark for Natural Pain Relief + Willow Bark Tea RecipeWillow tree bark is a fantastic herb for natural pain relief! Backaches, muscular soreness, headaches, arthritis…these are just some of the complaints willow can help you with. But, as with any herb, you need to know how to work with it safely and effectively. Join me in this episode to find out how you can work with willow tree bark when inflammatory and musculoskeletal pain is bringing you (or a loved one) down. I’m sharing a recipe for willow bark tea so you can easily have your own willow bark medicine right at your fin...2023-07-0522 minHerbs with RosaleeLinden Tree Medicine (Tilia cordata) + Linden Tea BenefitsHerbal medicine from the beautiful and fragrant linden tree (Tilia cordata) is a powerful way to soothe your nervous system, heal your gut, and support your heart. That’s a lot, but linden has even more to offer. Join me in this episode for a deep dive into linden tree medicine. I also share my favorite recipe so you can enjoy the medicinal benefits of delicious linden tea. My handsome French husband and I drink this tea all summer long and I know you’re going to love it!After listening in, you’ll know:►...2023-06-2816 minHerbs with RosaleeMy Herbal First Aid Kit for TravelA compact, easy-to-travel-with herbal first aid kit is a wonderful way to be prepared for everyday health concerns when you’re away from home.With that in mind, my question for guests in Season 9 of the podcast is, “What would you include in your herbal first aid kit?” I’m getting the ball rolling by giving you a peek into my travel kit. I hope it will serve as a useful springboard for creating your own. After listening in, you’ll know:► Principles to rely on when creating an herbal first aid kit for tr...2023-06-2123 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Arrowleaf Balsamroot + Wildcrafting ChecklistArrowleaf balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) is a stunning flower, a nutritious food, and a potent herbal medicine that grows all over western North America. Here’s just a smattering of arrowleaf balsamroot’s medicinal gifts to tempt you…Arrowleaf balsamroot:► Relieves the misery of sinus or lung congestion from a cold or flu► Soothes cold, sore muscles ► Disinfects wounds► and more…Between its cheerful blooms, its hillside-stabilizing and medicinal roots, and its pleasantly resinous-tasting spring shoots, who wouldn’t fall in love?That said, when you harvest roots for m...2023-06-1417 minHerbs with RosaleeMy Three Most Important Herbal MistakesWe often grow in important ways because of mistakes. But while experience can be a powerful teacher, it can also be a painful one. The cool thing is that hearing other people’s mistakes can help our own growth and learning…minus the regrets. With that in mind, a theme for Season 8 of the podcast is looking back at herbal mistakes, a bit like alerting other drivers to a hazard on the road ahead. I’m getting the ball rolling by sharing my three most important mistakes with herbs. I’m also sharing tips and resources...2023-03-2218 minHerbs with RosaleeCottonwood Buds as Medicine + Cottonwood Bud Oil RecipeWhile many swoon over its amber balsamic scent, the cottonwood tree (Populus spp.) is more than just a pretty smell. For thousands of years, cottonwood has been used as medicine and to make a variety of tools. I honestly can’t imagine my life without this powerful tree and cottonwood bud oil (also called Balm of Gilead oil), which I use in practically all of my herbal salves, creams, and body butters. With this episode you’ll also receive FREE access to a downloadable recipe card you can refer to again and again for how to mak...2023-03-0127 minHerbs with RosaleeGround Ivy with Val Alcorn + Upper Respiratory TinctureIt’s always exciting to hear about a little known herb with powerful medicinal action, especially when it also happens to grow abundantly. And that’s what you have to look forward to in this conversation about ground ivy (Glechoma hederacea) with Val Alcorn! You’ll also receive Val’s recipe for an Upper Respiratory Tincture which contains ground ivy. This is a formula she describes as ideal for “heavy, stagnant congestion and/or pain in the upper respiratory system.” By the end of this episode, you’ll know:► Are there ever any advantages to inva...2023-02-1545 minHerbs with RosaleePropolis with Benjamin Pixie + Propolis Tincture RecipeIn this episode, we look to the medicines that bees make with plants. Propolis is a medicinal resin made by bees which can be sustainably harvested to use as medicine. Benjamin Pixie is an herbalist, mead maker and bee keeper who has lots to share about plants, the wisdom of bees, and making medicines from the gifts of the hive. Benjamin also shares a recipe and important tips for making your own propolis tincture, including the best alcohol to use and tips for finding propolis. By the end of this episode, you’ll know:►...2023-02-0146 minHerbs with RosaleeHow to Get Started with Herbs►►► To enroll in Rooted Medicine Circle (through Jan 25, 2023 – but after that, you can add yourself to the waitlist for 2024): https://www.rootedmedicinecircle.com/One of the most common questions I get is, “How do I get started with herbs?” In this episode, I share three tips to help you on the road toward a deep, working knowledge of herbs and herbal medicine.After listening in, you’ll know:► Why are plants your best teachers – and how can you learn from them?► Why it’s better to learn a few herbs really well than t...2023-01-2513 minHerbs with RosaleeCitrus with Emily Han + Citrus Honey Tea Recipe►►► Get started making herbal medicines with our Rooted Medicine Circle Mini Course happening January 17th-25th. Register for free here: www.herbalminicourse.comCitrus may be more commonly thought of as a food than as an herb, but from peel to pulp to seeds, citrus bursts with powerful gifts. Whether you’re looking for a tasty way to enhance digestion, soothe a sore throat, or just enjoy a delicious drink, we’ve got you covered in this episode with Emily Han. (And those are just a few of the ways Emily shares to work with citrus!)You’ll a...2023-01-1836 minHerbs with RosaleeAstragalus Health Benefits + Astragalus Tea RecipeWould you like an ally that can help to increase your energy naturally while dynamically supporting your immune system? If that’s you, then you’ll love this episode on Astragalus benefits! Astragalus membranaceus, also known as Astragalus propinquus, is filled with so many powerful gifts. This is a plant I would never want to be without, especially during the winter months.After listening in, you’ll know:► What is the best way to improve immune system function?► Does it matter what species of astragalus you consume?► Is there anyone who sh...2023-01-1123 minHerbs with RosaleeBehind the Scenes at the Herbs with Rosalee PodcastEver wonder what it takes to run a podcast? In this episode, I share a behind the scenes view of the Herbs with Rosalee podcast. The beginning of the year seems like a good time not only to look back but also to share my wins, challenges, and ideas for the future with you. YOU are very much why I produce the podcast. I really couldn’t do this without you! I hope you’ll find this glimpse backstage interesting, whether you’ve been listening to the show from day one or if you’re brand new. After...2023-01-0425 minHerbs with RosaleePonderosa Pine Tree Medicine + How to Make Pine Needle TeaPine (Pinus spp.) gives us so many gifts beyond its timber. The needles, pine resin, bark, and pollen are all potent herbal medicines. While towering ponderosa pine trees are not often thought of as herbs, this is powerful plant medicine. The land that my husband and I live on and caretake is filled with ponderosa pine trees and in this episode, I share my love for these majestic plants. I also explain how to make two versions of pine needle tea. One can be potent herbal medicine. The other is more of a crowd pleasing tea that can...2022-12-2119 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Elecampane with Henriette Kress + Elecampane Cough Syrup RecipeYou have a treat in store with this episode featuring Henriette Kress and focusing on the gifts of elecampane (Inula helenium). I think you’ll see right away that Henriette is a very gentle soul and very modest in spite of the wealth of herbal knowledge she possesses. She even shares things about elecampane that were new to me (and that’s saying something, after years of being herb-obsessed)! As a listener, you’ll also have access to Henriette’s effective and yummy elecampane cough syrup recipe.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:► Why He...2022-11-3030 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Sage Herb + Sore Throat Relief Tea RecipeThere are sooooo many benefits of sage herb! In the United States, the sage herb often gets ignored except as a tasty addition to the Thanksgiving stuffing. But there are lots of reasons to love sage herb every day of the year. In this episode, I share my love of sage, including sage tea benefits. You’ll also receive a yummy sore throat relief recipe featuring sage and lemon. Sage (Salvia officinalis) is so amazing for a sore throat! It’s been shown to be even more effective and have more benefits than pharmaceuticals. After listen...2022-11-2319 minHerbs with RosaleeHawthorn Berry Benefits + How to Make Hawthorn Berry ExtractThere are so many hawthorn berry benefits! In this episode, you’ll see how nourishing hawthorn is for the heart and for chronic inflammation. I’ll also share my favorite hawthorn berry extract recipe—it’s so yummy (and so good for you), it’ll be hard to keep enough in the house! By the end of this episode, you’ll see why I’m excited every year when the hawthorn fruit is ripe! After listening in, you’ll know:► Why hawthorn berry (or fruit) is a great herb for almost everybody…and who should consult with an herbal...2022-11-1615 minHerbs with RosaleeRose Hips Benefits + How to Make Rose Hip Tea for the MOST BenefitsThere are so many rose hips benefits. Of course, rose hips are famous for their vitamin C content, but rose hips benefits go way beyond that! I especially love them for their power to help modulate chronic inflammation. In this episode, I’ll also show you how to make rose hip tea for the most benefits. (You’ll be able to taste the difference if you brew using this method!)After listening in, you’ll know:► Why it’s important to taste rose hips when you harvest► Whether it matters what species you harvest rose...2022-10-2618 minHerbs with RosaleeEchinacea Benefits + How to Make a POTENT Echinacea TinctureThere are so many echinacea benefits! And yes, while echinacea tincture is an excellent herb for the immune system, that’s just one of echinacea’s many gifts! In this episode, you’ll learn the best ways to work with Echinacea, including my favorite method (which is totally underrated). And I’ll show you how to make a potent echinacea tincture!After listening in, you’ll know:► Safety considerations - what you have to know before working with this plant. ► Why it’s so important to either grow this plant yourself or only buy from cultivat...2022-10-1923 minHerbs with RosaleeValerian Root for Anxiety and Sleep + How to Avoid Valerian Root Side EffectsDespite its unusual taste and smell, valerian root is one of the most popular herbs of our time. Valerian root is especially amazing for both anxiety and sleep! In this episode, I’m going to share tips on how best to work with valerian root for anxiety and sleep. And I’m gonna show you how to avoid valerian root side effects. You also have the opportunity to access a free ebook all about valerian.After listening in, you’ll know:► Why it’s important to match the herb to the person, rather than the herb to a...2022-09-2119 minHerbs with RosaleeIs Your Inflammation Good or Bad?►►► Learn more about Cooling Inflammation here: http://herbalintensive.com/Inflammation is at the root of many chronic illnesses. And yet...not all inflammation is bad and it's important to know the difference. It's also important to know how to heal the bad kind of inflammation. Herbs and foods are uniquely suited to help you balance inflammation. But the details are important...incomplete or just plain wrong information is rampant on the Internet. It's not as simple as take "this" for "that".In this video, I share tried and true information that will h...2022-09-1919 minHerbs with RosaleeSee If Herbs Are Right for You! A TV spoof ad►►► Register for my webinar, How to Heal Chronic Inflammation with Herbs, here: http://herbalintensive.com/Herbs can help with chronic inflammation. But for the best results, you need to know which herbs to work with, what dosages to take, and more. My webinar, How to Heal Chronic Inflammation with Herbs, will help you to avoid common mistakes and get the best results with herbs.This free webinar is available September 15th & 16th at various times in your time zone.► You can register for the webinar here: http://herbalintensive.com/----Get fu...2022-09-1403 minHerbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Self Heal + Two Self Heal RecipesThe health benefits of the self heal plant are so amazing! Sadly, self heal (Prunella vulgaris) is often overlooked or dismissed as an unwanted weed. But that’s a mistake! In this episode, I’m going to share some fascinating new research on self heal, especially in regards to skin health and cancer. The versatile self-heal plant is also a great herb to turn to for many everyday health complaints. For example, self heal can help to relieve:► Minor scrapes, cuts, and burns► Sore throats► The itchy, weepy redness of conjunctivitis► and...2022-09-0719 minHerbs with RosaleePlantain with Mel MutterspaughIf you love practical herbalism, you're really going to enjoy this episode with Mel Mutterspaugh about the many, many gifts of plantain (Plantago spp.)! Mel shares so many simple and practical ways to work with this abundant and powerful herb that you'll undoubtedly walk away with some new recipes and methods to try for yourself.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:► Why Mel says, “When in doubt: plantain.”► A fun way to introduce kids to plantain for little ouchies or bug bites► How a plantain moment wowed an initially sk...2022-08-3135 minHerbs with RosaleeComfrey Plant Benefits and SafetyThe comfrey plant has soooo many benefits, but it’s also one of the most controversial herbs out there. In this episode, I’m sharing safety tips for working with both comfrey root and comfrey leaf. Plus, I’ll be showing you exactly how to make a deeply healing comfrey plant poultice.Worked with correctly, comfrey is a powerful healing ally. But work with it incorrectly and you could end up doing more harm than good… thus, the controversy over comfrey safety.After listening to this episode, you’ll know:► Important safety considerations for working...2022-08-1725 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Hawthorn Flowers and LeavesThe medicinal flowers and leaves of hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) offer so many gifts, especially for nourishing our hearts. In this episode, I share the benefits of hawthorn flowers and leaves, along with a few cautions to know about. I also share a proven way to make hawthorn tea so you can enjoy the best health benefits. After listening, you’ll know:► Why hawthorn is such a powerful herb to support heart health► Who should NOT work with hawthorn► The most effective way to brew potent tea with hawthorn leaves and flowersShow...2022-08-1013 minHerbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Elderberry vs. ElderflowerThe elder shrub is two medicines in one! The health benefits of elderberry and elderflower are distinct from one another. Learn how you can get the best health benefits of elderberry and elderflower and receive easy-to-make recipes for elderflower tea, elderberry syrup, and elderberry tea.After listening, you’ll know:► When to call on elderflower and/or elderberry, depending on your particular situation► How to brew a potent elderflower tea► How to make your own elderberry syrup (and save lots of money at the same time!)With cold and flu seas...2022-08-0311 minHerbs with RosaleeWild Lettuce for Pain Relief with Sajah PophamMy guest today, Sajah Popham, has so much wisdom to share about the benefits of wild lettuce for pain relief!Wild lettuce is one of those herbs that is both underrated and overrated. There’s a lot to understand to be able to work effectively with herbs for pain relief and wild lettuce is no exception.By the end of this episode, you’ll know:► What kind of pain wild lettuce is particularly well-suited to help relieve► What strength and dosage of wild lettuce is generally needed for pain relief► Two...2022-07-2750 minHerbs with RosaleeHerbal Home Remedies for Migraines with KP KhalsaIn this episode, KP Khalsa will be sharing herbal home remedies for migraines. If you or someone you know suffers from migraine headaches, you know exactly how miserable and life-disrupting they are…and what a difference it would make to find a permanent solution to the upheaval they create.KP shares a comprehensive approach to the treatment of migraines. This includes herbs to abort or suppress migraines so that you can be free of the pain they cause while you address and heal underlying factors.You’ll also receive instant FREE access to KP’s...2022-07-2040 minHerbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Yarrow + Yarrow Tea for Colds and FluThere must be a thousand health benefits of the yarrow plant (Achillea millefolium)! This herb continually surprises me with all that it can do! In this episode, I’m excited to share lots about yarrow including favorite present day uses, current medical research, and even traditional historical uses.I’m also sharing a recipe for yarrow tea with you. People have been relying on yarrow tea for colds and flu for hundreds of years. That’s because it works so well! It’s effective for relieving general discomfort, but gentle enough for most people and even children. It’s...2022-07-1322 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Cleavers + An Easy, Medicinal Cleavers RecipeThe cleavers plant gives us so many benefits! It’s a weed you can eat plus make excellent medicine with. One of my favorite things about cleavers is that this plant gives us medicine you can’t find the equivalent of at a drugstore. What drug provides minerals while also moving lymph!? (And that’s just one of its many gifts!)In this episode, I’ll also be showing you a favorite simple recipe for cleavers juice (or succus). It’s nutrient-dense, with a fresh, green flavor. You can sip it straight or blend it into other juices or s...2022-07-0615 minHerbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Peaches with Robin Rose BennettPeaches are loved as food, yet the health benefits of peaches extend far beyond that. Peaches (Prunus persica) are some of our best cooling and relaxing herbal medicines. After this episode with Robin Rose Bennett, you’ll never look at them the same way again! Peaches are especially treasured for their ability to soothe nausea. After this episode, you’ll have a sweet, cooling, stomach-soothing treat you can rely on for all sorts of tummy troubles from morning sickness to car sickness. (And that’s just one of peaches’ many gifts!)You’ll also receive instant FRE...2022-06-2246 minHerbs with RosaleeArnica Benefits + How to Make Arnica Cream for BruisesOne of my favorite arnica benefits is for bruises! In this episode, I’m going to show you how to make an arnica cream using Arnica montana. Once you start making this cream, you’ll never want to be without arnica’s benefits again because it is so effective at relieving the pain, swelling, and inflammation caused by bruises, contusions, and sprains!I’m also going to share why arnica is way better than ice for injuries and give you a step-by-step guide on how to make arnica cream for bruises.You’ll come away from this...2022-06-0820 minHerbs with RosaleeRosehips with Julie JamesRosehips are famous for their vitamin C content, but as herbalist Julie James will tell you, “[Vitamin C] is the least sexy part of rose hips.” That’s because rosehips are filled with so many benefits that go way beyond vitamin C! For example, we’ll share how one of its most underrated gifts is for modulating inflammation. In this episode, you’ll hear all about rosehips, plus you’ll get Julie’s yummy Rosehip Electuary recipe. Imagine having a spoonful of this super-easy sweet treat every day, knowing that as it melts in your mouth you’re get...2022-05-2533 minHerbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Oregano Tea plus Two RecipesFor an herb with so many gifts, oregano rarely gets the attention it deserves. In this episode, all about the health benefits of oregano tea I aim to fix that. Oregano is underrated as a tea! I’ll show you how to make an oregano tea recipe brewed with fresh oregano leaves and another made with the dried herb. Imagine this… Ever had a meal that sat heavy in your stomach for hours or worse, been plagued by chronically slow, sluggish digestion? What if you had a trusty friend in your spice cabinet or your garden...2022-05-1819 minHerbs with RosaleeThree Common Edible Weeds + Spring Greens RecipesWhen it comes to edible weeds, there’s a whole feast of spring greens waiting just outside your door! Wouldn’t it be nice to have trustworthy information so you can:► Be 100% sure you identify edible weeds correctly (and avoid any poisonous look alikes) ► Gather in a way that ensures plenty of future harvests► Enjoy yummy (and good for you) recipes with loved onesBy the end of this episode, that’s knowledge you’ll have for three common edible weeds. You’ll also receive instant access to a free chapte...2022-05-1127 minHerbs with RosaleePlantain Plant Benefits + Healing Digestive TeaThere are so many plantain plant benefits! What some may dismiss as common or even a pesky weed is actually a powerhouse of medicine. Plantain leaf can help to soothe a range of complaints from itchy bug bites to irritating coughs to persistent wounds to an inflamed gut. You’ll come away from this with a great overview of this versatile herb’s many gifts, tips for plantain identification and lots of ideas for working with plantain safely and effectively.You’ll also receive instant access to a plantain leaf tea recipe so next time you (o...2022-05-0421 minHerbs with RosaleeChickweed Benefits (Stellaria media) and Chickweed Salve RecipeChickweed, also known as Stellaria media, is a powerhouse of medicine and nutritious food! There are so many chickweed benefits… for dry, irritated eyes; for the lymphatic and urinary systems; for coughs and fevers (but only certain types of coughs and fevers – stay tuned to learn more). And chickweed benefits the skin.Imagine this… Your child comes in from playing outside with a bunch of itchy, red welts from bug bites. Ouch! But fear not.By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to make a chickweed salve that can help to sooth...2022-04-2019 minHerbs with RosaleePurple Dead Nettle with Colleen CodekasPurple dead nettle is an alluring weed that often grabs our attention in the spring. It can spring up in lawns and disturbed places, forming a thick mat of its bee-enticing flowers. Despite all the intrigue surrounding purple dead nettle, there’s so little information about it! I'm so excited to talk with Colleen Codekas about purple dead nettle (Lamium purpureum) because she has lots of experience with this plant as a forager and herbal medicine maker. You’ll also receive access to Colleen’s recipe for herbal honey infused with purple dead nettle, which could serve as a t...2022-03-2324 minHerbs with RosaleeMotherwort Benefits with Maria Noël GrovesMotherwort benefits us in so many ways and can be especially supportive for the “overworked and unappreciated,” as my guest, Maria Noël Groves, shares in this episode. Please join us to hear about the gifts of motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca). You’ll also receive Maria’s motherwort tincture recipe, which she has aptly named: Motherwort Calming Relief Tincture.Maria Noël Groves is a clinical herbalist who runs Wintergreen Botanicals Herbal Education Center and clinic, nestled in the pine forests of New Hampshire. Her business is devoted to education and empowerment via classes, health consultations, and writing with the f...2022-03-1636 minHerbs with RosaleeGrindelia with Lisa GanoraGrindelia, or gumweed as it's sometimes known, is a warming, aromatic expectorant, a smooth muscle relaxant that can soothe a spasmodic cough...and it's abundant in many landscapes. Please join me for a discussion about this weed of many gifts with Lisa Ganora, who is delightfully energetic and obviously thrilled to share her abundant wisdom. You’ll also receive Lisa’s detailed recipe for Grindelia Respiratory Elixir.For those of you who don't know her, Lisa began studying herbal medicine in the early 80s. After practicing as a Wise Woman tradition community herbalist, wildcrafter, and medicine-maker for a de...2022-03-021h 26Herbs with RosaleeHealth Benefits of Plantain Leaf with jim mcdonaldThough often dismissed as a “beginner herb,” the health benefits of plantain leaf – and ways of working with this versatile herb – are many. Please join me to explore all things plantain with my dear friend and fellow herbalist, jim mcdonald. For those of you who don’t yet know jim, here’s a bit more about him: In 1994, jim mcdonald's life changed when he drank tea from a wild plant he harvested from the land he lived upon. Since those first sips of strange tea, his life in the woods and meadows of southeast michigan has been cen...2022-02-2349 minHerbs with RosaleeRosemary with Felicia Cocotzin RuizRosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) has so many gifts… it’s rich in antioxidants, a delicious culinary herb, and celebrated for enhancing memory. Rosemary is also often underrated for its ability to get things moving and reduce pain in cold or sore muscles. That’s why I’m so excited to bring you this conversation about rosemary with Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz. She’ll share the many ways she works with this wonderful herb, including her recipe for a rosemary tonic you can rub on to give some relief to sore joints or muscles when it’s cold outside. Felicia is...2022-02-1634 minHerbs with RosaleeGrow Your Own Vegetables with Stacey MurphyEver wanted to grow your own vegetables and herbs but feel overwhelmed at the prospect (or discouraged by less-than-satisfying previous results)? If that’s you, I have something special for you this week! Listen in as I explore an underrated but surprisingly easy to grow vegetable with Stacey Murphy. You’ll also receive access to a recipe for a truly delicious salad that features a combination of ingredients that may surprise you AND a link (https://bit.ly/3Gu5bAu -- disclosure: affiliate link) where you can register to watch Stacey’s free docuseries, The Joyful Gardener, airing...2022-02-0933 minHerbs with RosaleeOats with Sharon GrayMild, sweet, gentle, energetically neutral, deeply nourishing – oats are so rich in gifts that we can enjoy! Listen in as I explore the many benefits of oats with Sharon Gray. You’ll also receive Sharon’s wonderful recipe for Oatstraw and Lavender Infusion. If you can benefit from a calming, supportive presence in your life, this recipe is one you won’t want to miss!Sharon is an acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner, and Sufi chaplain, specializing in digestive health and heart-healing. She's also a vegetable gardener, backyard forager, and she loves cookin' up simple, wholesome food. Listen...2022-02-0234 minHerbs with RosaleeCinnamon with Dominique JermynCinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is one of those ubiquitous spices that everyone has in their cupboard. Pairing equally well with sweet and savory dishes, cinnamon is delicious, but it’s also packed with powerful healing gifts. Listen in as I discuss all things cinnamon with first-year Rooted Medicine Circle graduate Dominique Jermyn, The Nourishing Mystic. You’ll also receive Dominique’s wonderful recipe for gluten-free, vegan Cinnamon Banana Pancakes. Yum!Listen in for:► How Nature can serve as a template for creating change ► What makes cinnamon’s energetics special► A caution to be...2022-01-2639 minHerbs with RosaleeDon’t Miss the Webinar: Choosing the Best Herbal PreparationGet full show notes and more information at: http://herbswithrosaleepodcast.com/ (herbswithrosaleepodcast.com)
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On the podcast, we...2022-01-1901 minHerbs with RosaleeWhat are the Benefits of Herbal Teas vs. Herbal Tinctures?Part of the joy of working with herbs is knowing how to best work with herbal medicinals. There are advantages to making your own herbal preparations, but there are a lot of beginner mistakes to avoid when making herbal medicinals at home. In this episode, I am joined by my friend and fellow herbalist, Emily Han, to share the pros and cons of herbal teas vs. herbal tinctures. We’ll also share how you can get clear, step-by-step recipes for both a tea and a tincture made with stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) so that you ca...2022-01-1217 minHerbs with RosaleeCleavers with Angela RahimCleavers (Galium aparine) is fun to play with, fun as a bracelet, fun to stick on somebody's back…yet it has gentle, but powerful medicinal gifts, as well. Listen in as I explore the many benefits of cleavers with Angela Rahim. You’ll also receive Angela’s kid-friendly recipe for a cleavers omelette.Angela Rahim is an herbalist, permaculturist and the author of the children's herbal adventure series called Sam: The Junior Herbalist. She's the mother of seven and resides in Ohio.Listen in for:► Making it fun for children to work with herbs 2022-01-0527 minHerbs with RosaleeYerba Mansa with Cathy SkipperListen in to the holistic healing journey of my soul sister, Cathy Skipper, and the part yerba mansa played after she received a diagnosis of cervical cancer just one day after moving to a new continent. You’ll also receive access to Cathy’s guided audio journey, a downloadable meditation you experience, accompanied by yerba mansa.Cathy Skipper is an herbalist, aromatherapist, teacher and wounded healer. After living and working in the herbal world in France for 25 years, she came to live in Taos, New Mexico in 2015 where she lives and works with her husband, holistic psychiatrist Dr...2021-12-1537 minHerbs with RosaleeGinger with Camille FreemanGinger has so many gifts! Ginger is an herb that has a strong presence in my life, one I work with often. Listen in as I explore the many benefits of ginger with clinical herbalist and nutritionist, Camille Freeman. You’ll also receive Camille’s recipe for Warming Autumn Tea, a fresh ginger tea with cinnamon that is perfect for cold and flu season, whether you enjoy it at the first sign of a tickle in your throat or as an accompaniment to a good book on one of those cozy winter days.Camille has been in prac...2021-12-0836 minHerbs with RosaleeThyme with Maia TollThyme is a potent antibacterial and antiviral herb, one of my favorites for respiratory congestion, and I am so excited to bring you this conversation about thyme with Maia Toll. You’ll also receive Maia’s recipe for thyme za’atar, which is a delicious way to enjoy thyme with eggs, bread, fish, pasta, veggies, salads… almost anything, really.Maia is the author of the best selling and award-winning Wild Wisdom Series including The Illustrated Herbiary, The Illustrated Bestiary, The Illustrated Crystallary and The Wild Wisdom Companion. The seed for this series was planted when Maia apprenticed with a t...2021-12-0145 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Calendula for the Skin and How to Make Calendula OilIf you were to walk away knowing only one thing about Calendula’s many herbal gifts, it would be that there are countless benefits of calendula flowers for the skin! It heals wounds, relieves inflammation, increases beneficial immune responses, is mildly antimicrobial, and even protects the skin from radiation damage. In this video I’m sharing in-depth information about calendula and showing you how to make calendula oil. Show Snippet: “Calendula improves elasticity and skin hydration. I recommend frequently using calendula creams on your skin to keep it healthy, soft, and pliable.” (Timestamp: 3:44)----Get fu...2021-11-2422 minHerbs with RosaleeRosemary with Christophe BernardI am so excited to bring you this conversation about rosemary, the queen of antioxidants, with brilliant herbalist and teacher, Christophe Bernard. In this episode, Christophe is sharing a wonderful way that you can enjoy the wonderful, aromatic taste of rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) with roasted or barbecued food, while at the same time, helping to buffer the oxidative stress which results when we eat that yummy, browned food.If you’re not already familiar with Christophe, he lives in southern France (Provence) where he spends his time picking, growing and recommending herbs as a health practitioner. He ha...2021-11-1742 minHerbs with RosaleeChickweed with Kat MaierThe cooling energy of chickweed (Stellaria media) can help to bring relief from hot flashes and other “hot” conditions, such as some infections. Ubiquitous, mineral-rich, and deeply nourishing, chickweed cools and moistens, moving heat and stagnation gently, yet powerfully. Join me as I discuss chickweed’s many gifts with Kat Maier RH, (AHG). The founder and director of Sacred Plant Traditions, Kat has trained many clinical herbalists who have gone on to to begin other schools, apothecaries or open practices. Her training as a Physician’s Assistant allows her to weave the language of biomedicine into her practice...2021-11-1051 minHerbs with RosaleeNew England Aster with Dana O'DriscollNew England Aster (Symphyotrichum Novae-angliae) has so many gifts to offer! As a trophorestorative herb, we can work with it to strengthen lung health. In concert with other herbs, it can also help to soothe seasonal allergies. Our hearts sing to behold the brilliant splashes of purple and fuchsia with which New England Aster paints the autumn landscape, flowers that also provide a late-season food source to pollinators.Join me as I discuss New England Aster with artist, permaculture designer, herbalist, and druid, Dana O’Driscoll. You’ll also receive Dana’s recipe for New Englan...2021-11-0333 minHerbs with RosaleeSpearmint with Jenny McGrutherSpearmint (Mentha spicata) has gifts for helping women to balance hormones naturally, a multitude of culinary uses, and the advantage of being a familiar and easily accessible herb. Join me as I discuss spearmint with nutritional therapist, herbalist and brilliant cookbook author Jenny McGruther. You’ll also receive Jenny’s fabulous recipe for Honeyed Oranges with Cardamom, Coriander, and Mint.Listen in for:► The role elders can play in introducing the younger generation to herbs► The advantages of common herbs► The power of small, incremental steps► The ingredient m...2021-10-2728 minHerbs with RosaleeRoses with Rebecca AltmanRoses are a sensuous delight, but they also have many healing gifts. In this episode, Rebecca Altman and I discuss the very special gift roses have for reconnecting us with our core selves, even when we’re feeling tense and stressed. We also discuss the physical health benefits of rosehips and you’ll receive Rebecca’s rosehip liqueur recipe.Rebecca loves connecting people: to the earth, to plants, to each other, and to themselves. The underlying purpose behind all of her work is to help people remember the wholeness of their being.Here are two of my...2021-10-2037 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Mullein and How to Make Mullein TeaIn this episode, I’m sharing the respiratory health benefits of mullein leaf and I’ll show you how to make mullein tea. Mullein is not only a beautiful sight with its towering flowering stalks with those creamy yellow flowers, but it’s also wonderful for coughs and lung inflammation from all kinds of irritants and pathologies, such as asthma or an upper respiratory infection. Once you experience mullein’s ability to soothe the respiratory system, you’ll be amazed at the power of this ubiquitous plant.----Get full show notes including a transcript of this ep...2021-10-1313 minHerbs with RosaleeWalnuts with Nina LawrinIn this episode, Nina Lawrin and I explore the many benefits walnuts bring to us, including some that may sound a bit surprising at first listen (but which I think you’ll love exploring for yourself). Also, you don’t want to miss Nina’s delicious recipe for Raw Vegan Walnut and Coffee Cheesecake-Torte, which is her twist on a Ukrainian walnut torte that is traditionally eaten at Christmas, weddings, and other celebrations.Nina is an ethnobotanist, urban forager, permaculture designer, artist, folk herbalist, Fulbright alumna and just a general foodie at heart. She has a lot...2021-10-0643 minHerbs with RosaleeBlueberries with Anna Rósa RóbertsdóttirListen in as Anna Rósa Róbertsdóttir and I explore the many gifts of blueberries. Delicious and rich in health benefits, blueberries are a pleasurable way to incorporate plant medicine into our lives. Anna Rósa has generously shared two fabulous blueberry breakfast bowl recipes for you to enjoy and also a handout with research into the health benefits of blueberries. A medical herbalist, Anna Rósa has been running her own clinic in Iceland for over 30 years. To paraphrase one of my favorite takeaways from our conversation, although of course, you have to change the d...2021-09-2932 minHerbs with RosaleeBurdock Root with Selima Harleston LustHerbs have so many gifts! Most of us start out from a framework of, “What herb is good for ‘x’ symptom or disease?” While that’s natural, there’s so much more that we can explore. Burdock is no exception! Listen in as Selima Harleston Lust shares how the deep roots of burdock became a friend and ally as she traversed her healing journey from trauma. You’ll also receive Selima’s fabulous recipe for Liver Love Hot Chocolate! Although everyone’s path will look a bit different, I hope you’ll draw some inspiration fro...2021-09-2227 minHerbs with RosaleeLavender Benefits and How to Make Lavender HoneyThere are so many lavender benefits! It’s frustrating to me that this herb gets shrugged off as a scent in cleaning supplies or only used as an essential oil. The reality is the whole plant makes powerful medicine and delicious treats. In this episode, I’m sharing many lavender benefits plus showing you how easy it is to make lavender honey.----Get full show notes including a transcript of this episode at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!The secret to using herbs success...2021-09-1513 minHerbs with RosaleeDandelion with Marc WilliamsI'm so happy to be joined today by Marc Williams. I've known of Marc for many years, and then a few years ago, I had the pleasure of interviewing him for our Wild Remedies docuseries while we were at the International Herbs Symposium.Marc has a very impressive background as an ethnobiologist and teacher, with decades of study on how we can work with botanicals and other life forms for food, medicine, and beauty in a regenerative manner.I loved getting to spend time with him and I’m excited to share our conversation with yo...2021-08-2537 minHerbs with RosaleeSt. John’s Wort Benefits and Side EffectsThere is much clinical evidence of the health benefits of St. John’s Wort for the nervous system, the liver, the skin, helping people with depression and more! However, there also are some significant cautions to be aware of with this plant. In this episode, I’ll also be showing you how to avoid St. John’s Wort side effects while working safely with the many gifts St. John’s Wort has to offer.----Get full show notes including a transcript of this episode at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast...2021-08-0420 minHerbs with RosaleeLavender with Kami McBrideI'm delighted to have my good friend and fellow herbalist Kami McBride on the podcast today. Kami is the author of The Herbal Kitchen and teaches online courses on how to grow your confidence and skills using herbs in your daily life for prevention and herbal self-care. Kami has over thirty years of experience teaching herbal medicine. Her teaching is steeped in her calling to inspire a culture that embraces caring for our bodies with healing herbs, a deep connection with the earth, and a lifestyle that passes this knowledge to our children. She has taught herbal...2021-07-1431 minHerbs with RosaleeChamomile with Ann ArmbrechtToday's guest is Ann Armbrecht. Ann is the director of the Sustainable Herbs Program under the auspices of the American Botanical Council. She is also a writer and anthropologist whose work explores the relationship between humans and the earth through her work with plants and plant medicine. Ann is the co-producer of the video documentary Numen: The Nature of Plants, and the author of the award-winning ethnographic book memoir, Thin Places: A Pilgrimage Home, based on her research in Nepal. In addition, she was a 2017 Fulbright-Nehru Scholar documenting the supply chain of medicinal plants in India. Ann's most recent...2021-07-0735 minHerbs with RosaleeRoses with Damiana CalvarioI'm thrilled to be joined today by Damiana Calvario. I've known Damiana for a couple of years now, and we've had the opportunity to share and support each other's work in a variety of ways.Damiana is a mixed woman of color, daughter, sister, caregiver, community member, 1st generation immigrant. Born and raised in so-called Mexico City to a large family, she inherited both her mother's and father's lineages. Currently living as a guest in Chumash land, Damiana's practice blends together her Mexican roots, family's kitchen remedies, Curanderismo studies, and western herbal training.Damiana's heart-centered...2021-06-3032 minHerbs with RosaleeLemon Balm Benefits and Side EffectsCalming and delicious while also being powerfully medicinal, there are so many lemon balm benefits. In this episode, I discuss the many reasons you would want to welcome lemon balm into your life. I also discuss some very misunderstood side effects of lemon balm. Listen as I share my favorite lemon balm tea recipes, which show you how to get the most relaxing lemon balm tea benefits.----Get full show notes including a transcript of this episode at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!The...2021-06-2319 minHerbs with RosaleeStinging Nettle with Rosemary GladstarNettle brings a sensation that no other herb brings, creating an unforgettable experience for any herbalist. In this episode, I sit down with Rosemary Gladstar, author of 12 books, including Medicinal Herbs, A Beginners Guide. She is also the author and director of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, and the co-founder of the International Herbs Symposium. We discussed her journey to becoming an herbalist and how she has helped countless others start using medicinal herbs in their everyday lives. It was an absolute pleasure and honor to have Rosemary as my first...2021-06-1637 minHerbs with RosaleeBenefits of Stinging Nettle Tea for AllergiesStinging nettle is a powerful healing herb, and stinging nettle tea has many benefits. Nettles grow in damp, nutrient-rich soils in temperate climates. Most species are perennial, and they often grow in patches or clumps. True to their name, they sting. If you casually brush against the leaves or stems, their hollow needle-like projections inject a slightly irritating substance into your skin. "The sting" is usually a minor irritation and can be therapeutic. Some people with arthritis find that they experience less pain and inflammation in that area after that initial sting.In this episode...2021-06-0911 minHerbs with RosaleeThree Ways Plants HealHerbs are powerful medicines. I've seen them bring instant relief to bee stings and other painful injuries. I've seen them heal up surgical wounds so fast that it amazed doctors, and I've seen them reduce blood pressure and relieve arthritis. I've seen them bring welcome relief to insomniacs and help people clear up acne to reveal radiant skin underneath. I even credit my miraculous recovery from a terminal autoimmune disease to herbal medicine. Yes, herbs are powerful! They're accessible, and they're often growing right outside our door, which begs the question: if herbs are so great, why...2021-06-0922 minHerbs with RosaleeIntroducing the Herbs with Rosalee PodcastWelcome to the Herbs With Rosalee podcast. I'm your host Rosalee de la Forêt. I created this podcast as a way to both inspire and empower you to work with herbs. Whether you've been steeping yourself in the herbal world for decades, or you're just starting to dip your toes in, this show is for you.In this introductory episode, I'm going to let you know what to expect from this podcast. I also share a bit about myself and my motivations for starting this new audio adventure.----Get full show n...2021-06-0909 minHerbs with RosaleeWelcome to the Herbs with Rosalee PodcastCurious about the healing nature of plants? You're in the right place. I'm Rosalee de la Forêt, and I'm passionate about helping people discover the world of herbalism and natural health.On this podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.My goal is that you'll walk away from each episode feeling empowered, knowledgeable, and inspired to start w...2021-06-0201 min