HerbRally

Throughout history, plants have evoked the curiosities of the human imagination. Join herbalist Maria Christodoulou for a three-part series exploring herbal motifs in the ancient Mediterranean region, featuring the sinful fig leaf, the sensual rose flower, and the good luck pomegranate fruit. Maria Christodoulou is a clinical herbalist exploring the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medici...

Throughout history, plants have evoked the curiosities of the human imagination. Join herbalist Maria Christodoulou for a three-part series exploring herbal motifs in the ancient Mediterranean region, featuring the sinful fig leaf, the sensual rose flower, and the good luck pomegranate fruit. Maria Christodoulou is a clinical herbalist exploring the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medici...

Throughout history, plants have evoked the curiosities of the human imagination. Join herbalist Maria Christodoulou for a three-part series exploring herbal motifs in the ancient Mediterranean region, featuring the sinful fig leaf, the sensual rose flower, and the good luck pomegranate fruit. Maria Christodoulou is a clinical herbalist exploring the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medici...

Learn all about vitex in today's episode with Heather Irvine. She covers plant characteristics, names, cultural uses, herbal uses, and more! Stay up to date with HerbRally by joining our text message community! To opt in simply text JOIN to (541) 256-2895. You'll receive 1 to 7 texts per week with herbal community news and updates, inspiration, and education. Excited to announce our new services a...

Today we'll hear about the life and work of Isabella Aiona Abbott who became a leading expert on Pacific marine algae and the was the first Native Hawaiian woman to receive a PhD in science. Her scientific contributions included the discovery of over 200 algae species, and her life's passion spilled over into the kitchen. Having learned about edible Hawaiian seaweeds from her mother, Isabella enjo...

On today's episode, Heather Irvine profiles the life and works of accomplished herbalist and author Juliette de Baïracli Levy. Hear a bit about her life and travels, then dive into her uses for herbs! Books mentioned in today's episode: The Complete Herbal Handbook for Farm and Stable Traveler's Joy Find other books by Juliette: Common Herbs for Natural Health The Illustrated Herbal Handbook for E...

Jiling joins us again with another meditation, this time for tomorrow's new moon. Take time to set your intentions for the season ahead. Jiling Lin, L.Ac. is an acupuncturist, herbalist, and yoga teacher in Ventura, CA. She specializes in treating pain, emotional health, and chronic complex conditions. Jiling nourishes your resilience through clinics, classes, and retreats integrating wilderness,...

Spend your weekend cultivating knowledge about the wild world of fermentation! In today's episode, we listen in on a 4-hour intensive given by EagleSong Gardener at the 2018 NorthWest Herb Symposium. She shares her 40 years of experience with fermenting food and passes along some recipes. Learn about vegetable and dairy fermentation as well as creating fermented beverages like elderberry wine! Cli...

Take 20 minutes for yourself with today's relaxing meditation. Rebecca Ingalls is a Community Herbalist and Psychotherapist with an apothecary and practice on the North Shore of Boston, Massachusetts. Rebecca has worked in private practice as a holistic therapist for 20 years, is traditionally trained in the art, science, and practice of psychotherapy, and holds a weekly community meditation pract...

Getting proper rest! We feel our best with regular sleep, and today we listen in on a class with Dr. Mary Bove that can help us do just that! Learn about the circadian sleep rhythm, what should happen in healthy sleep, what happens when that process isn't going well, and what to do to correct it. Don't miss her recommendations for herbal medicines that can support our circadian cycle. Click here t...

Just in time for spring, we're joined by Shana Lipner Grover to hear about dandelion! Learn about its identification, name, uses as food, and herbal use including as liver support! Be sure to visit Shana at sagecountryherbs.com for more herb information, classes, recipes, and more. Stay up to date with HerbRally by joining our text message community! To opt in simply text JOIN to (541) 256-2895. Y...

On today's episode we'll hear from Camille Freeman on a collaborative model of herbal care. She discusses the power of collaborative care more broadly, and for teachers and mentors, she details about how to run herbal observation groups. Camille Freeman is a registered herbalist and licensed nutrition who has been in practice since 2003 with a focus on fertility and reproductive health. She is als...

As we say hello to spring, we join Jiling Lin for this full moon meditation on gratitude. Don't miss today's supermoon, when the full moon occurs while the moon's elliptic orbit comes closest to Earth. While it shines bigger and brighter in our sky, take time to feel gratitude for all life has to offer. Jiling Lin, L.Ac. is an acupuncturist, herbalist, and yoga teacher in Ventura, CA. She speciali...

Today we're joined by Alex Dorr of Mushroom Revival to learn about the power of functional mushrooms in supporting health and wellness. You'll hear about the roles of fungi in nature as well as in our bodies and touch on the science of beneficial compounds found in certain mushroom species. Differences in mushroom preparations using fruiting bodies vs. mycelium are discussed as well as quality of...

Water extracts are an easy and essential source of nutrition and holistic care. At last year's Medicines from the Earth Herb Symposium, Teresa Boardwine, owner of Green Comfort School of Herbal Medicine in Virginia, shared how herbal medicines delivered as teas are powerful allies that can correct imbalances, build vitality, and offer therapeutic results. As a registered herbalist, Teresa teaches...

"I wanted to know, how did women have 13 children?.. How did people take care of their children when they fell down and broke their arms way back in the Middle Ages? People have had these things going on ever since the beginning of time and they've dealt with it. They've figured how they could use plants in different ways to make life easier and better and they could become more resilient." Today...

As we prepare to bid this winter farewell, we're joined by Dr. Elizabeth Cox for a water meditation perfect to close out the season. Click here to visit HerbRally for accompanying PDF. Dr. Cox lectures on the subject of wellness and seasonal health care. She believes that self-care and development, awareness, evolution and love are the principle techniques that promote health and healing. Her clin...

Setting up a clinical practice is daunting and requires direction, support, and confidence. When first starting out in clinical practice, there are many factors to consider; from herbalism and the law, overheads, clinical skills, forms, and policies, to preparing your own extracts, formulating for clients, and managing your dispensary. Join Erika Galentin MNIMH, RH (AHG) and Brooke Sackenheim of S...

Today we're joined by Shelby Kolar of Earth Heart Herbal to hear her thoughts on receiving harvest of foraged plants with gratitude and intention. Shelby Kohler is a clinical herbalist with Earth Heart Herbal . She is a forager who is passionate about connecting to plants & connecting plants with people. Visit her blog for more foraging tips and ethics. Stay up to date with HerbRally by joining ou...

Struggling to stay centered? When we're feeling overwhelmed or burned-out, breathwork offers a fast-acting and natural way to reset and recharge. Chandra bhedana, or "lunar breathing," is an easy exercise that helps relax the body and declutter the mind. This simple meditation uses cyclical breath to flush out distraction and fatigue and bring in intention and energy. Lunar breathing can be done m...

Today we'll join Paul Bergner for deep dive into effective herbal formulation, originally recorded at the NorthWest Herb Symposium. Learn the principles of herbal pairing including balancing energetics, steering to specific tissues, and amplification by pairing herbs with similar effects. Visit HerbRally here to download accompanying PDF! For more from Paul, visit him at the North American Institu...

You're in for a treat with Ramona Robinson's guided meditation, Healing Lagoon. Take 12 minutes for yourself and find a slice of serenity! Ramona Robinson helps people embrace their unique blueprint at a subconscious level to live a fulfilling life. If you would like to work with her or get more guided meditations, find her at www.ramonarobinson.com , or on her Instagram and Facebook . Stay up to...

Feeling scattered? Today Abrah Arneson will guide us through her meditation on old light, meant to help us create boundaries and regain a sense of empowerment. Through her 30 years of meditation practice, Abrah has learned regular meditation helps one remain present with an open heart to all of life. For more from Abrah, including personalized meditation sessions, visit her at www.abraherbs.com St...

ROOTED MEDICINE CIRCLE As herbs have become increasingly popular, the true heart of herbal medicine is at risk... Today there's a lot of emphasis on what herbs are "good for." Take turmeric for inflammation! Dandelion root for the liver! But when we reduce plants to a simple equation of "take xyz herb for xyz problem," the soul of herbal medicine is erased. Herbalism isn't about throwing back drop...

FREE WEBINAR with Emily Han and Rosalee de la Forêt CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW How To Choose the Best Herbal Preparation 3 Essential Elements to Making Potent Herbal Medicine, Common Myths Debunked, and the Pros and Cons of 8 Popular Remedies Free Webinar: January 7–8 Flexible times in  your  time zone! Have you ever noticed that a lot of information about herbs focuses on  what  herbs to use but rar...