July 16, 2020

Acerola

A type of small tree or shrub, that is renowned for its health benefits and high amounts of vitamins and minerals. It originated in South and Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The fruits are high in vitamin C, A, B complex, as well as magnesium, protein, fiber, and fatty acids, providing a fine balance. […]

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Wormwood

A native aromatic herb to Europe, it thrives in a variety of different climates and has been used in medicine for centuries. Made notorious as an ingredient in absinthe, and renowned for its hallucinogenic properties. Typically, wormwood is used as a tea or tincture. The Stems are used to make oil and the entire plant

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Ruta/ Rue

An aromatic herb that grows well even in poor soil, originating in the Mediterranean region and areas around Western Asia. Ruta originates from the greek, meaning “to set free”. In ancient times, Rue was used in stew in order to prevent diseases. In Ethiopia, the leaves and seeds are traditionally ground as an addition to

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Juniper

An erect evergreen coniferous shrub with leave-like needles, cones that are known as juniper berries. Theses berries take about three years to become completely ripe and transition into a dark blue/black color. Berries, leaves, and needles may be used for medical purposes. Juniper may be used in tea, jam, extract, a tincture, essential oil, and

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Chamomile

A member of the Asteraceae family, Chamomile is a variety of daisy-like plants, the most abundant being German Chamomile (Marticaria Recutita) and Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum Nobile). It has been valued for thousands of years for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile may be used as a salve, vapor, poultice, and tea. Drinking Chamomile tea may

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