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Calendula Materia Medica

CALENDULA IS ONE OF OUR VERY FAVORITE PLANTS. A GENERAL PANACEA HERB, WE USE IT IN ALMOST ALL OF OUR BODY CARE PRODUCTS FROM HEALING SALVES, TO BODY OILS, AND HAND CREAMS. WHENEVER WE THINK OF THE SKIN, WE THINK OF CALENDULA…   To many herbalists, calendula is a plant of abundance. In Colorado calendula […]

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Burdock Materia Medica

ROOTIN’ DOWN Burdock has been used by many cultures throughout history for its ability to help detoxify the body and root out health issues.  It was listed in the United States Pharmacopeia from 1831 to 1916, and the National Formulary from 1916 to 1947. Did you know your tummy is a battleground between good and […]

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Chamomile Materia Medica

KEEP THE KIDS CALM Chamomile is the Mary Poppins of herbs, singing kids (and adults) off to sleep, easing common colds, and generally restoring balance.  But unlike nanny’s who fly with umbrellas and walk on chimney smoke, Chamomile is quite common. Chamomile is an exceptionally versatile plant. It works wonders for digestive issues and helps […]

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Dandelion Materia Medica

THE HERB WE LOVE TO HATE (BUT SHOULD REALLY JUST LOVE)  Dandelion is one of the most familiar plants to almost everyone. From those who hate it and go to great lengths to exterminate it (think Round-up), to those who love it with a passion, a relationship with that ubiquitous yellow flower is pretty unavoidable. […]

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