How to Make Herbal Salves

Herbal salves are such a simple, effective, and useful way to take in herbal goodness! They can easily be slipped into a purse, pocket, or first aid kit. Although semi-solid at room temperature, salves soften once applied to the skin, making them less messy than oils. They also make great gifts and are an easy and approachable way to introduce newbies to the power of herbs. Plus, salves can be crafted for a wide variety of topical uses. The addition of beeswax will protect, soothe, and nourish your skin.

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Posted by Irene

Homemade Spicy Kale Chips with Nettle Powder

When spring hits, my body craves green things like nobody’s business! There’s nothing like a bowl of the season’s first new growth to connect with nature’s fresh, revitalizing energy, and salad inspiration abounds around every turn. As the season progresses, however, I find my tastes evolving with it, and though my love of all things leafy wanes not at all, I begin craving other texture and flavor combinations beyond a raw bowl of greenery.

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Posted by Kiley

How to Make Herb-Infused Oils for Culinary & Body Care Use

The world of herbalism is intriguing, vast . . . and sometimes intimidating! Projects like creating tinctures using the percolation method, or making your own mead, can seem daunting for those new to the botanical arts. That's why when we're trying to help a friend get started in herbs without overwhelming them, we often recommend one of our favorite herbalism projects for beginners: making herb-infused oils.

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Posted by Irene

Vegan Baked Falafel Collard Wrap Recipe

It’s not news that many Oregonians love to enrich themselves with good local produce that is sustainably and organically grown. And with the abundance of explorable nature surrounding us, portability is a major plus when choosing healthy snacks to enjoy during a rewarding hike through an old-growth forest or along our scenic coastlines. When preparing your provisions before hitting the trail, Real Live Food Oregon (RLFO) has you covered!

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Posted by Andrew Ek

Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

I absolutely love to travel, and I painstakingly research and plan for my trips. However, mixed with all the eager anticipation of an upcoming adventure looms the fear of illness ruining my vacation. I think we have all had that experience where you take your seat on the plane and get settled, only to discover that someone near you has a hacking cough and looks like death warmed over. I find myself holding my breath and repeating, “I will NOT get sick,” over and over in my head. Thankfully, we can do more than just hope for the best—we can utilize wellness-supporting herbs before, during, and after traveling so we can make the most of our trip.

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Posted by Chris

Natural K-Beauty Tips & Propolis Moisturizer Recipe

Skincare routines are a lot like diets. We seek them out when we have a desire to change, we handpick them from a list of trends, and we tailor them to our lifestyle in hopes of a positive transformation. And much like diets, these programs are inspired by cultures and ingredients from all over the world. This is where Korean Beauty, or "K-Beauty," comes in.

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Posted by Tim

Holy Basil & Strawberry Agua Fresca Mocktail Recipe


Tulsi tea, lime, agave—served chilled or over ice, it’s the perfect mood-supportive cup of joy for a swelteringly hot summer day. Aguas frescas are my go-to warm weather drink, and with good reason! They’re incredibly simple and (bonus) very easy to combine with herbal tea for an extra kick of botanical support or flavor. And when the thermometer hits 100, and I can hardly stand to be in the kitchen, throwing fruit, tea, lime, and sweetener into a blender makes for a great, almost-instant snack, not to mention a fabulous natural hydrator.

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Posted by Renee

Homemade Coconut Vanilla Cardamom Granola

When embarking on an adventure, whether backpacking through the back-country or taking off on a long flight or road trip, nothing helps keep your spirits and energy up like the right snacks—and few things will knock you out of sorts more quickly than the wrong ones! Unfortunately, with all the other bustle of preparing for your adventure, nutrition is often left to the last minute, forcing us to opt for items that aren’t great for our health, our wallet, or the environment. However, with just a bit of planning, you can bring along delicious and nutritious goodies that will power you up instead of slowing you down.

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Posted by Jana

Making Homemade Herbal Lozenges with Linden

Stand beneath a blooming linden tree, and chances are you will slowly become aware of an almost unbelievable event taking place. The tree will be so alive with the hum and buzz of happy honeybees so absorbed in their harvest, they may very well bounce right off of you! An 80-year-old tree near my home presents a nearly surreal experience under her widespread, blooming boughs.

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Posted by Tina- Guest Writer

4 Flower Flavored Ice Cream Recipes

For many of us, summer is a time of outdoor events and celebrations. It's also a season of abundant botanical splendor, when sweet-scented air wafts through our windows, colorful flowers dance freely in the breeze, and rich green foliage offers cooling shade during the hottest days. So what better way to embrace the spirit of the season than by infusing floral flavors into freshly made ice cream

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Posted by Jana

How to Flavor Kombucha & 3 Herbal Recipes

If you’ve ever endeavored to brew your own kombucha, you know that the SCOBY-covered result of your initial ferment has a rather plain flavor when compared with your favorite professionally made varieties—but it doesn’t have to stay that way! The combinations of herbs, spices, fruits, and juices that can add flavor to your homemade kombucha are almost endless, allowing you to transform your original tangy tea canvas into countless quaffable masterpieces.

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How to Make Herbal Salves

Learn how to make your own DIY herbal salves using dry herbs infused into oils with all natural beeswax with video guidance from Maria Noel Groves!
WRITTEN BY Irene

August 23, 2019

Homemade Spicy Kale Chips with Nettle Powder

Get your greens in snackable form with homemade kale chips! Sprinkle with our organic shiitake and nettle powders for an added flavor and nutrition boost!
WRITTEN BY Kiley

August 16, 2019

How to Make Herb-Infused Oils for Culinary & Body Care Use

Learn how to make herbal oils at home. Choose from 3 methods for creating your own herb-infused oils, with guidance and tips from experienced herbalists!
WRITTEN BY Irene

August 13, 2019

Vegan Baked Falafel Collard Wrap Recipe

This vegan baked falafel collard wrap from Mountain Rose Herbs customers Real Live Food Oregon makes a perfect healthy, plant-based hiking meal!
WRITTEN BY Andrew Ek

August 6, 2019

Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

Taking a vacation can be a big investment, so don't let illness ruin your travels! Learn how to pack herbal support to keep you feeling great on-the-go.
WRITTEN BY Chris

August 5, 2019

Natural K-Beauty Tips & Propolis Moisturizer Recipe

Learn how to use common, natural ingredients inspired by K-Beauty products to clean, moisturize, and protect your skin day and night!
WRITTEN BY Tim

August 2, 2019

Holy Basil & Strawberry Agua Fresca Mocktail Recipe

If you’re looking for a uniquely refreshing beverage or mocktail this summer, look no further than this botanical agua fresca recipe with tulsi holy basil!
WRITTEN BY Renee

July 25, 2019

Homemade Coconut Vanilla Cardamom Granola

Eat well on-the-go with this homemade organic coconut and cardamom chai spice granola: a perfect snack for camping, backpacking, airplane travel, and more!
WRITTEN BY Jana

July 23, 2019

Making Homemade Herbal Lozenges with Linden

Learn how to make your own DIY herbal lozenges for days when you need extra calm or some respiratory clarity with healthful, diaphoretic, and expectorant linden!
WRITTEN BY Tina- Guest Writer

July 15, 2019

4 Flower Flavored Ice Cream Recipes

Taste summer with these simple-to-make ice cream recipes inspired by summer’s fresh flowers. These floral ice creams feature rose, green tea, and more!
WRITTEN BY Jana

July 5, 2019

How to Flavor Kombucha & 3 Herbal Recipes

Learn how to make flavored kombucha at home with these flavorings and three recipe ideas!
WRITTEN BY Irene

July 3, 2019