Make Herbal Tinctures from Any Loose Herb
July 23, 2010 by Becki Baumgartner
Filed under Herbology, Supplements
WHAT IS AN HERBAL TINCTURE? In Medicine a tincture is an alcohol based extract of leaves or other plant material, or solution of a non-volatile substance (like iodine). In Herbology, tinctures are potent, alcohol based, liquid extracts made using fresh plant material in liquid base such as vodka, brandy, vegetable glycerin, or even apple cider vinegar (all of which [...]
Zoomballs: A Recipe for Wonderful Little Energy Nuggets
March 14, 2010 by Becki Baumgartner
Filed under Energy, General Nutrition, Recipes
Shared by Jyll Renee, Master Herbologist These wonderful little energy nuggets are great for the back packer, student, or long distance traveler for a delicious pick-me-up snack. (Be careful not to eat this snack too late in the day, you might zoom all night!) Start with a base of 1 part honey and 1 part [...]
Make it Yourself: Dried Fruit and Herbal Tea
March 9, 2010 by Becki Baumgartner
Filed under Herbology, Recipes
DRIED FRUIT AND HERBAL TEA Copliments of Jyll Renee, Master Herbologist 2 Lemons zest removed witha a vegetable peeler and finely chopped 2 oranges zest removed and chopped 1 3in piece ginger peeled and finely chopped 1/2 fennel bulb trimmed and finely chopped 1 cup packed mint leaves (fresh or dried) 1 cup dried cranberries [...]