I Have Experience Using Herbs AI Doesn’t!
I’ve personally used more than 260 medicinal herbs. Here’s why learning from an herbalist with real-world experience can make all the difference.
My Herbal Approach to Pink Eye
Chamomile, Eyebright, and the Stubborn Case of Pink Eye A few weeks ago, I woke up with that familiar feeling in my eye—that gritty, irritated sensation that makes you immediately wonder, Oh no… is this conjunctivitis? As a mom and herbalist, pink eye isn’t new territory for me. Over the years, I’ve cared for several […]
Trip Prep Worked!
Just took a trip to Madeira! And all my trip prep worked! Went hiking above the clouds. The hike was ranging between 5,000 and 6,000 feet. Neither I, nor my friend had any issues hiking. Last time my friend hiked in the Colorado mountains she had gotten altitude sickness… Here’s all the things I did […]
GERD or Acid Reflux Relief Starts With Diet
I’ve had quite a few people lately want help getting off their Proton Pump inhibitors (PPI’s). And they have! But not because of anything I really did… they did it all themselves! They changed their diet! GERD Relief Starts With Diet If you struggle with acid reflux or GERD, you’ve likely been told it’s a […]
The Simple Practice That Helped Us Feel Better (and Stay Well)
A Gentle Spring Reset: Using Herbal Infusions to Nourish and Detox When I first started working with herbs, this was one of the first things I learned about and I consistently stuck with it! Over time, I started noticing real changes in our family. We were getting sick less often.Allergies improved.Energy became more stable. We […]
Spring Detox for Allergies: Why Gentle Detox Support Works Better Than Harsh Cleanses
Spring detox for allergies. Natural ways to do a gentle detox to provide allergy relife
Why Your Hormones Feel “Off” (Even When Your Labs Are Normal) — Free Women’s Health Class
Many women experience painful periods, mood swings, and fatigue, only to be told their labs are “normal.” These symptoms are not random; they often signal deeper issues like chronic stress and nutrient deficiencies. Understanding your body’s hormonal systems is crucial for restoring balance naturally. Join our free Women’s Health Intro Class to learn how the menstrual cycle works, the root causes of hormone issues, and practical herbal strategies for supporting your health. Empower yourself with knowledge and take the first step toward feeling confident in advocating for your well-being. Your body deserves understanding — not confusion!
Nettle for Allergies: The Herbal Secret That Changed My Family’s Spring Allergies
Nettle for Allergies: The Herbal Secret That Changed My Family’s Spring Every spring, millions of people brace themselves for allergy season. Sneezing, itchy or swollen eyes, runny noses or sinus pressure. For many people, allergy medications feel like the only option. But there is a plant that herbalists have relied on for centuries that may […]
It’s Not Always Hormones
It’s Not Always Hormones: A Different Way to Look at Hot Flashes One of the most common things I work with in women’s health is hot flashes. And I can almost predict how the story begins. A woman starts having hot flashes. So she goes to her doctor. She explains what’s happening. And more than […]
Kids Herbal Medicine Makers Class
Getting kids comfortable with herbs before they’re sick makes all the difference—and the best way to do that is through hands-on making, tasting, and play. In this interactive, kid-friendly herbal class, children (ages 6 and up) will learn how herbs support the body while actively making and trying their own herbal remedies. When kids help […]
Elder Freebie: The Healing Tree That Gives in Every Season
All about the Elder Tree. Elderberry, Elder leaf, elder flower.
Benefits of Pumpkin Spice
Learn the benefits of Pumpkin and the spices in Pumpkin Spice and make a healthier version of a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Making a Folk Tincture and Upcoming Medicine Making Class
How to make a basic tincture for at home use.
Last Chance for Family Herbalist Course
Classes start Aug 16th Take Charge of Your Family’s Health Naturally Herba Remedium Family Herbalist Program Specifics Program Overview Classes will be held: 3rd Saturday of every Month. In my home in Bellevue, NE or Live via Zoom Learn how to confidently care for your own and your family’s health using herbs. This program empowers […]
Lipedema & Hormone Imbalance: My Story and Herbal Support
While there’s no single “known cause” of lipedema, one consistent pattern many women experience is that it tends to worsen during key hormonal shifts—puberty, pregnancy, and menopause. I definitely saw this in my own life. Looking back, I now recognize the early signs beginning around puberty. I started gaining weight disproportionately on my buttocks and […]
New Live Family Herbalist Course Starting
Take Charge of Your Family’s Health—Naturally Imagine knowing exactly what to do when your child has a fever, your partner can’t sleep, or you feel a cold coming on.Now imagine handling it all confidently—with herbs. In this course, I’ll teach you how to: ✅ Use herbs for common ailments, 1st aid, of your children with clarity […]
Lifestyle Strategies to Support Lipedema
Lipedema Lifestyle Support from a Christian Herbalist and Health and Life Coach
Overcoming Fibromyalgia: An Herbalist’s Experience and Approach
Fibromyalgia, The Herbalist’s Perspective I’m not jumping away from Lipedema. Fibromyalgia often occurs with lipedema. Both are under-recognized chronic conditions that disproportionately affect women, and both involve inflammation, connective tissue dysfunction, and pain amplification. While lipedema primarily affects fat distribution and lymphatic function, fibromyalgia is marked by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, brain fog, and sleep […]
Lipedema: A Clinical Herbalist’s Perspective
Learn from a Clinical Herbalists perspective on how to support those with Lipedema and what its all about.
Food and Lipedema: Making Nutrition Work for You
What to Eat for Lipedema: Finding the Right Diet for Your Body Lipedema is more than just stubborn fat. It’s a chronic, painful condition involving abnormal fat accumulation, typically in the legs, hips, and sometimes arms — and it doesn’t respond to typical diet and exercise in the way you might expect. But that doesn’t […]
Lipedema: My Story and Natural Healing
Herbs that are useful for helping with the pain and managagement of lipedema.
Personalized Food Plan Plus a Freebie
Learn about customizable personalized food plan for your specific needs
The Many Other Benefits of Fire Cider
Next year, I’m going to explore the ‘Metabolic’ benefits of Fire Cider, so I thought I’d share those insights with you today. I’ve had a long journey with my metabolism, one where I had to stop dieting for over a year and try to maintain a healthy calorie intake. This journey led me to discover […]
Low Progesterone and Poor Sleep Connection
Learn how Progesterone effects your sleep and how to naturally increase your progesterone and balance hormones.
Beat the Summer Heat – Herbie Freebie
Tips for cooling down with herbs in the heat of summer
Herbs for Traveling
Learn about my favorite herbs to take on a trip.
My Sleep Support Herbs
Learn the herbs I choose for my sleep blend and why
Cleavers – Mini Monograph
Learn about cleavers and a get a free recipe card
Metabolic Syndrome
Conquer Metabolic Syndrome with Herbs and Health Coaching
Free Recipe for Excessive Flow’s
Get control over your cycle, PCOS and Hormones naturally with Herbs and Health Coaching.
Metabolic Syndrome Support
I’ve been on this journey and can help you conquer metabolic syndrome. Schedule a quick call to discuss how I can help you conquer Metabolic Syndrome in 90 days! 25% off my coaching services if you start in May!
Fibrocystic Breasts, Mastalgia and Mastitis Care
First, if you find a lump in your breast, don’t just assume it’s benign and get it checked out. Here are some at-home things you can try to support yourself if this is something that you are dealing with. I’ll try to keep this as brief as possible and not overwhelm you with all the […]
Free Breast Care Recipe
Do you have painful swelling of your breasts prior to your cycle or fibrocystic breasts? I meet with clients to assess their diet and hormonal imbalances to see what might be causing the fibrocystic breasts. Book a Consultation now for better breast health! While working on getting to the root cause I make a topical […]
Metabolic Syndrome
I’ve been talking a lot about stress lately and how to deal with that, Now I’d like to focus on Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, and Insulin Resistance. Before becoming an herbalist, I had all the symptoms of Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome, I was well on my way to developing Prediabetes, which runs in my family! […]
Certified Health and Life Coach!
This post shares the author’s transformation from Herbalist to Certified Health and Life Coach. They conquered stress and hormone imbalances, managed sugar cravings, and lost weight through lifestyle changes. The author aims to integrate coaching into their herbal practice to help clients make enjoyable, stress-free changes for better health.
8 Holistic Habits Free Download
Learn simple tactics to balance hormones and curb cravings for improved health and weight loss. Avail of a 50% discount before the certification of a Clinical Herbalist and Health Coach. Benefit from a free Discovery Session to address stress, low energy, and hormone imbalances. Download the handout for more details.
Love Your Heart with Hawthorn
I should have put this together prior to Valentine’s Day, but it’s been a month! My Dad has been in the ICU with active heart failure since Jan 28. Today, the 15th as I write this, he is getting his new heart! Yesterday, on Valentines Day the herb Hawthorn was brought to my mind! Hawthorn […]
Faith Instead of Stress
In times of stress, finding peace in God’s plan and seeking His counsel can bring comfort. Stress can be seen as an opportunity for growth and learning, as trials can produce perseverance and maturity. Trusting in the Lord and being thankful can provide a new perspective, and seeking His help can bring peace.
Confidence Using Herbs with Kids
March 2nd I’ll be opening one of my classes for my Family Herbalist Course to the Public. You will learn about common ailments and what to do for your kiddos, so you have confidence in using herbs or other common spices and food in your home kitchen to support your little one’s health concerns. Gain […]
I’ve Conquered Stress!
The writer describes their experience of handling stress while caring for their father in the ICU. They share insights from a Health/Life Coach Program and discuss herbal support for stress, blood pressure, and sleep. They offer a complimentary session for those seeking stress management help, emphasizing the importance of addressing stress effectively.
Stress! Comes in Many Forms
A personal journey of managing high blood pressure through herbs, revealed a surprising root cause – low calorie intake. Increasing to 1500-1600 calories daily alleviated hypertension, stress, and anxiety. The author advises reevaluating calorie intake, cautioning against excessive dieting-induced stress, and offers resources for calorie calculation and stress reduction. Limited-time appointment discount available.
Headaches and Migraine Support
The post provides comprehensive guidance for managing headaches and migraines at home. It covers the root causes, natural remedies, and specific support for different types of headaches. The recommendations include hydration, sleep, stress reduction, specific dietary and herbal support, and red flags that indicate the need for medical attention. Additional resources are cited for further study.
All About Magnesium – Herbie Freebie
Most experts believe our food is drastically reduced in Magnesium. So even if you are eating foods rich in magnesium, likely, you are still low in magnesium. Our farming practices lower the magnesium content in the soil, and the processing of our foods also causes them to lose about 80% of their magnesium content. I […]
HAPPY NEW YEARS!!! HERBIE FREEBIE!
WHAT IS YOUR NEW YEARS RESOLUTION? Most people are making new resolutions at this time of year! Eating healthier, starting new habits and goals, etc.! I’ve recently finished my health coach course and am taking new clients at a discounted rate, AND it’s also 24% off for 2024! If you are stressed out and struggling to […]
Merry Christmas! Enjoy & Relax!
Summary:
Amidst seasonal stress, it’s crucial to relax and recharge. Engage in box breathing and sip chamomile tea to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Chamomile’s anti-inflammatory properties can aid in stress-induced inflammation. Consider trying chamomile tea as a gentle yet potent stress-relief remedy, easily accessible at local stores.
How To Get Off The Sugar-Go-Round
The writer shares a two-step protocol for managing sugar cravings. The initial step encourages starting the day with a high-protein meal and plenty of water, spacing meals to regulate gut bacteria, and employing digestive aids such as ginger and herbal bitters. After the first week, the writer advises to gradually remove sugar from the diet and consider supplements like 5-HTP, L-Glutamine, and chromium. Specific tactics also target compulsions, soda addicts, and coffee lovers, underlining the importance of addressing stress and emotional eating.
Just Breathe and Relax
The author shares their journey towards becoming a Health and Life Coach, focusing on stress relief and relaxation techniques. Going through the training improved their personal well-being and inspired them to integrate coaching with herbal remedies. The author emphasizes the importance of eating calmly to support digestion and introduces ‘Catnip Nepeta cataria’ as a calming herb. Offering weekly relaxation tips and herbal advice through blog posts, the author invites readers to join their stress-free journey.
Lower Effects of Too Much Sugar
EEK! I Ate a Bunch of Sugar! It’s that time of year! You’re bound to eat some sugar… Don’t beat yourself up! Occasionally it is nice to enjoy yourself! Especially when celebrating the holidays with your family. But what if you don’t want the side effects of eating too much sugar causes? That could be […]
Blue Vervain Herbie Freebie
The post expresses gratitude for herbs, particularly Ground Ivy and Blue Vervain, which played a significant role in developing the author’s interest in herbalism. The author further shares a monograph on Blue Vervain, recommends a blog on Radical Gratitude, and a video by Herbalist Steven Horne on expressing gratitude.
My Greatest Challenge Turned Into Something Great!
When my daughter was 4 months old, I had my 1st Strongman Competition. After my 4th competition, I was getting migraines that would last 3 days or more almost weekly. I had struggled with migraines for years, but usually only 1 time a month. I had a bulging disk, and I got that fixed, and […]
Sore Throat? Herbie Freebie
A virus and not Strep cause Most Sore Throats. 3/10 might be strep. Accompanied by a runny nose, itchy eyes, and a cough, it is likely a virus. SYMPTOMS OF STREP: to be aware of. The most common symptoms of strep throat are sudden, severe sore throat, pain with swallowing, fever over 101 °F (38.3°C); […]
Seriously Stuffy Head????
Something is currently going around, causing a lot of stuffy mucus in the head! I just got it Last Wednesday. It starts with a mild sore throat and then is followed by fever, body aches, and a serious headache. It is quite possible what you are getting is another round of the CoV**. I tested […]
“I think I might be getting sick” Herbie Freebie
Fresh Ginger Tea: This is my absolute favorite “I think I might be getting sick” Herbal Drink. If I’m tired and worn out, I drink it. If I get a slightly runny nose, I drink it. If I get a headache, I drink it. If my throat feels slightly sore, I drink it. If someone […]
Thriving with a Bulging Disk Herbie Freebie
I got a bulging disk last week! So, I thought I would share what I did to help it be bearable. Physically, movement felt best… When I was up walking around, my back felt the best. Sitting in a vehicle was the worst; walking up stairs would pinch, and sitting and standing made my back […]
Garlic Syrup – Herbie Freebie
I like the taste of Garlic Syrup better than Onion syrup. But everyone has their own tastes. This can be a bit much for some flavor-wise. It’s got a lot more benefits than onion, but not as often in someone’s pantry. If you don’t care for a spoonful of garlic honey, it is still nice […]
Onion Syrup – Herbie Freebie
Benefits of Onion Syrup Click on the image above for a free Recipe Card, or download it here. There are many benefits of onions. They are rich in nutrients like Vitamin C, which is helpful for Cold and Flu Season and boosts the immune system. The syrup above is good to use with any dry, […]
Echinacea – Herbie Freebie
Free Echinacea Monograph Quick Echinacea Tidbits! Echinacea angustifolia: the root is used Echinacea purpurea: the above-ground parts are used They work very well combined together and should be tinctured fresh. It is really far superior if tinctured fresh. A good quality tincture should make your mouth numb and be very acrid! One of my favorite […]
Free 22-Day Healthy Habits Challenge
Join me in my 22-day Healthy Habits Program for free! We can journey together to create 22 days of exceptional healthy habits! See you there!
Fire Cider – Herbie Freebie
Come learn in person how to make Fire Cider at my “Food is Medicine” Class Held on Oct 7th, 9am-12pm, and take some home with you. Can’t come in person? I have an online course that is available for 1 year. Or you can Watch Live Via Zoom Fire Cider Recipe FIRE CIDER ADDITIONS: DIRECTIONS: […]
Sleepy Time Tea – Herbie Freebie
If you are having a hard time sleeping and would like to work with me on getting to the root cause of why you are not sleeping well Book an appointment with me here. This is my basic Sleep Support Tea. It tastes good, can be used with kids,and works for many in helping them […]
Food As Medicine Class
Unlimited space for Live via Zoom. Use the coupon code Virtual for $10 off if you are not attending class in person. Learn the medicinal benefits of many foods and spices in your home. After this class, you can use these foods to boost your immune system confidently. Support your family during cold and flu […]
Pumpkin Syrup Recipe – Herbie Freebie
Yes! I’m one of those people… I love Pumpkin season. I’m sharing my pumpkin syrup recipe this week. I put this in my coffee during this season, so I am not tempted to buy a latte that typically has over 35 grams of sugar!!! I also add it to my mushroom tea and my chaga […]
HERBIE FREEBIE – FORTIFY THE GUT TEA
Fortify the Gut Tea supports digestion starting in your mouth. Its mildly bitter properties stimulate your digestion as soon as it hits the bitter receptors on your tongue. If you have any esophageal damage from reflux, it can start to repair the tissue there with its toning aspects to the tissue. This is called a […]
HERBIE FREEBIE – COLD SORE SUPPORT AND PREVENTION
COLD SORE SUPPORT AND PREVENTION Cold Sores on the lip can be a nuisance for those who get them. You can do many things to prevent them from rearing their ugly head! Cold Sores, called Herpes labialis, is part of the Herpes family virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2). A cold sore is a cluster of tiny, […]
HERBIE FREEBIE – Fall Allergies
Ragweed can be pretty pesky for those with ragweed allergies this time of the year. You can build your immune system up to this by taking small doses of ragweed as a homeopathic remedy or making your own.To make your own grab a mask, find someone with some ragweed in their yard, and make a […]
Herbie Freebie – Herbal Antiseptic Spray
I use my regular alcohol tinctures as an antiseptic spray. It’s easier than creating something new; I already have it on hand. This article is about topicals but these herbs can be used internally also. A simple recipe with accessible tinctures is the following. Mix it all and shake well. The honey can make the […]
It’s Not in Your Head!
Have you been told what you are feeling is just in your head? Or were you made to feel like that because you haven’t been listened to? Or have you been told you’re just depressed, and you’re not? Or have you been told to take this medicine and it will solve your problems, only to […]
Herbie Freebie – Sunburn Care
Sunburn Care Support My favorite remedy is a good ole jug of Aloe gel. It is so cooling and hydrating to the skin! If you have a big enough plant then squeezing the gel out of a plant and spreading it on the skin is lovely. It can be a bit stickier than the gel. […]
Iced Herbal Drinks
Any herbal tea you have in your cabinet or from the store can be made into an Iced Tea. I just alter the directions a bit. Cold brew method: Triple the recommended amount of herb and add cold water and refrigerate overnight. Remove tea bags the next morning add ice and enjoy! Hot Brew Method: […]
Ground Ivy – Creeping Charlie Monograph
Did you know that Ground Ivy can clear the fluid in your ears??? The fluid buildup can be from seasonal or food allergies. Remove those and the fluid gets better… but in the mean-time try some Ground Ivy to get the fluid moving out! Enjoy reading about the herb that got me started on my […]