Wild Yarrow Apothecary

When it comes to healing, there are a lot of surprising things that come along.  Either they are misconceptions, or we didn't expect these to happen.  I believe that this is especially true for the nervous system.  In this episode, I talk about 11 surprising things about healing the nervous system.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  Nervine Trophorestoratives Want to learn more about herbali...

In this episode, I share what a Materia Medica is, how to create one, and why having one is so beneficial.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  The Spirit of Herbs/Plants Want to learn more about herbalism and listen to bonus podcast episodes?   Join our Herb of the Month Membership!  Use the discount code WYAP to get the first month at no cost.  In this episode, I talked about: Botany in a Da...

As I am posting this, tomorrow is Valentine's Day.  I always think about the heart…even though it's a different type of heart. I thought this was the perfect time to talk all about the cardiovascular system, holistic modalities, and herbs that can support it.  Take a listen for more details.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  Trophorestorative vs Hypotensive vs Stimulant vs Tonic Herbs For t...

In this episode, I share how I support my body to get better sleep.  Sleep is so important.  This is when our bodies heal, restore, and repairs itself.  I just recently found out that if I don't get enough sleep, my blood pressure elevates. In this episode, I share several different holistic modalities and herbs I use for better sleep. Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  How to Reduce the Chanc...

I strongly believe that Stress Management is essential for maintaining a healthy nervous system.  In this episode, I discuss how I wish schools would teach stress management, why stress management is so important, and how stress management isn't selfish and, in fact, I believe not practicing stress management is more selfish.  I share how to practice stress management. I also discuss herbs that ar...

I strongly believe more people would meditate if it weren't for all the misconceptions.  Meditation is a fantastic healing tool that has changed my life. In this episode, I share 11 meditation misconceptions, how to meditate, and herbs that are beneficial to use during meditation.   In this episode, I talked about Osho and Dynamic Meditation.  This meditation is a little too much for me, and I exp...

In today's world, we have so much going on.  A lot of noise, a lot of screens, and too much to do.  All of this can leave us overstimulated.  In this episode, I share 11 ways to calm an overstimulated nervous system.  Numbers 4 and 5 are my favorite ways!  In this episode, I briefly talk about herbs and Nutrivites.   I also talk about a vitamin and mineral deficiency test that I have used.   Liste...

In today's episode, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics in herbalism: gentle herbs, the soft, soothing, deeply nourishing plants that quietly do the heavy lifting in a sensitive or overwhelmed body. This episode is for anyone who feels burned out, overstimulated, inflamed, or tired of wellness trends that push, force, or overstimulate the body. If you've ever wondered why you feel better wit...

In this episode, I am sharing something deeply personal and incredibly important, how I regulated my nervous system and transformed my physical, emotional, and mental health. For years, I struggled with symptoms that didn't seem connected, until I learned that nearly all of them were rooted in a dysregulated nervous system. This episode is a blend of lived experience, holistic nutrition, and minds...

There's so much information (and misinformation) floating around about herbalism that it can be hard to know where to begin. In this episode, I'm debunking and sharing some of the most common herbal misconceptions I've seen over the years, and what I wish more people knew when they first started getting into herbalism.  Whether you're new to herbalism or a seasoned herbalist, this episode is your...

In the wellness industry, there are certain words and phrases we're not supposed to use, but there are also so many wonderful ways we  can share our message. I've noticed a lot of fellow wellness content creators saying their posts keep getting taken down. While I can't say for sure, my guess is it often comes down to the language we're using. In this episode, I share which words and phrases to av...

In this episode, I dive deep into 11 herbs that help calm the mind, soothe anxiety, and restore balance to the nervous system. Whether you're dealing with daily stress, occasional overwhelm, or simply want to strengthen your resilience, these herbs offer gentle yet effective support for emotional well-being. In this episode, I talk about our Anxious Kit .  Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  He...

Have you ever felt like you're chasing symptoms without really getting better? In this episode, I dive into the importance of uncovering the root causes of your health struggles, rather than getting stuck treating surface-level issues. I'll walk you through the six foundational pillars that are often at the heart of chronic symptoms and imbalances. These pillars provide a clear framework for under...

I like to practise what I preach.  I think mental health is so important, and you should work on not having too much on your plate.  This week, I have a lot on my plate, and I decided not to record a full podcast episode.  I didn't want to skip a week, but I am sharing an older episode, one that was really popular.  If you haven't listened to it, I think it's a good one.  If you have listened, it...

 I don't think perimenopause is talked about enough, and it almost seems like it's a taboo topic.  In this episode, I share perimenopause symptoms and holistic ways and herbs that may help them. I share what is helping with my perimenopause, and to be honest, it shocked me at first…until I did a ton of research on why it's working for me.  I can't believe that I didn't mention Raspberry Leaf in th...

There has been a lot going on this week, which has brought some heaviness with it.  In this episode, I share 10 herbs that are beneficial during times of heartache, a heavy heart, and grief.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!  What I Do For My Health During Heavy Times Want to learn more about herbalism and listen to bonus podcast episodes?   Join our Herb of the Month Membership! Use the dis...

A question that I get asked often is, 'Why Are There So Many Conflicting Thoughts When It Comes To Health?' I have a theory on why this is.  Take a listen to this episode for more details.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes!   8 Health Trends I Refuse To Do Want to learn more about herbalism and listen to bonus podcast episodes?   Join our Herb of the Month Membership! Use the discount code WY...

In this episode, I talk about my Herb of the Month Membership.  Even if you have no interest in becoming a member, I would still listen, because I am still talking a lot about herbs in this episode.   I talk about why I started the membership, what the membership entails, how I pick an herb each month (which is actually how 'we' pick herbs), I briefly talk about my amazing member that I am super g...

My two biggest health struggles in my life have been Migraines and Anxiety.  Eight episodes ago, I talked all about how I healed my severe anxiety.  In this episode, I share my migraine story and how I not only drastically reduced the amount I get them, but also how, on the rare occasions when I do get them, I have been able to reduce the severity.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes! Different...

Can you believe that it's that time of year when kids have either gone back to school or they are getting ready to go back to school? In this episode, I share herbs and remedies that will not only help the kids, but also the parents and the community, for going back to school.  It seems like when kids go back to school, this starts the cold and flu season, not just for the school, but out to the c...

If you are new to herbalism, and you are having a hard time figuring out where to start, why not start with herbs that you probably already have in your kitchen.  If you are not new to herbalism, you might need a reminder of how great kitchen herbs are.  In this episode, I talk about what kitchen herbalism is, and then I talk about 9 kitchen herbs.  Please take a listen for more details.   Listen...

You may be thinking, "What does this have to do with herbalism"?  If you can't listen to your body, how do you know what herb you need?  You also may be thinking that it should be simple to listen to your body, but I share two brief stories that show that it is not as simple as it appears to be.  Take a listen for more details.   Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes! What Your Body Might Be Tellin...

In this episode, I talk about 'What I Wish I Had Known Before I Started My Healing Journey'.  Everything that I talk about in this episode, I learned along the way while I was healing and learning about herbalism.  I hope these tips are beneficial to you!  Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes! Healing Advice I No Longer Follow Want to learn more about herbalism and listen to bonus podcast episodes...

 If you are suffering from acne, eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea, this is the episode for you.  In this episode, I dive deep and talk about how to heal the skin naturally.   I did forget to mention that you also want to look into laundry detergent and cosmetics that you are using as well.  In this episode, I talked about The Book of Lymph, by Lisa Levitt Gainsley Listen to the Bonus Podcast Episodes...

In this episode, I discuss Plantain and Mullein. I chose to discuss Plantain because I have been using it a lot lately.  I share benefits of plantain, 3 older stories on how I used it, and 3 newer stories.  By the way, this isn't the fruit that looks like a banana, this is Plantago major  or  Plantago lanceolata.   I also chose to discuss Mullein because I usually use it more in the summer than an...