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A Tale of the Herbicide-Free Butterfly Meadow

Posted by Alyssa

How to Make a Cooling Herbal Compress in 3 Easy Steps

A gentle and effective topical application for too much heat or minor bumps can come in the tried-and-true form of an herbal compress. This preparation brings the beneficial properties of herbs and the soothing sensations of a cool damp cloth close to your skin to accelerate the natural healing process. When draped around the skin, the moisture of the tea soaked towel softens the skin and allows the herbal constituents to penetrate deep.

Posted by Alieta

Fo-Ti Root Tea Blend with Wild Cherry Bark and Cinnamon

There is a bit of myth and storytelling surrounding Fo-Ti Root . It is celebrated in Chinese medicine as a plant native to China (but also grown in Taiwan and Japan) and believed to be a tonic for all sorts of overall health and longevity uses. In fact, Fo-Ti is also commonly known as He Shou Wu which loosely translates to "Mr. Wu's hair stays black” implying that Fo-Ti root will promote youthfulness. A bit of legend with one's tea can be fun! Read More

Posted by The Mountain Rose Herbs Team