Welcome to the Growing Up Herbal Journal where you'll find information on herbal education, recipes, tutorials, natural living tips and tricks, and behind the scenes glimpses of how I live life naturally.
Autumn is a dry season, and with the temperatures changing back and forth from warm to cold so frequently, we can often suffer with a dry, sore throat. I shared my go-to herbal formula for […]
The primary way I practice herbalism is through using everyday herbs in my everyday life – herbs that support my wellness in ways that ebb and flow with the seasons. You see, late spring and early summer are Pitta season, according to Ayurveda (India’s herbal system), so my daily focus shifts to herbs that are cooling and […]
Many of us don’t think twice about parasites, especially here in the United States, but parasites are still quite a big issue here whether we realize it or not. It’s gross but true! In fact, […]
As some of you who follow me on Instagram and Facebook know, I tested positive for Covid early last week, so I’ve pretty much spent the entire past week in bed resting. Yes, my house is a mess, and no, my kiddos didn’t eat as healthily. Thankfully, Dean did his best to keep everyone alive, fed, and from tearing […]
Feeling stressed? Aren’t we all! Thankfully, there are herbs that can come to our aid. These herbs help to soothe stress naturally and support our body through short- and long-term forms of stress. In this article, I’m going to share 6 different herbs that can help you soothe stress naturally. You can call upon these […]
I mentioned in my last YouTube vlog that I had recently launched a membership site for those who would like to be mentored by me in how to become a seasonal herbalist and better align their lifestyles with the cycles and rhythms of the seasons. I call it my Seasonal Herbalism Community, and there are […]
Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!