While new herbs interest me (and I love to study them) I don’t particularly care for rare ones that are hard to get. I love using herbs that are easily accessible — even better if they grow in my own garden. Licorice root, star anise, turmeric, and chamomile are just a few! Growing herbal medicine i...

Life can feel overwhelming sometimes — it happens to the best of us! With all of the demands of family, work, and daily life, many carry the weight of anxiety and stress without really realizing how deeply it affects their health. And while lifestyle and a prayerful life are a must, natural remedies...

This time of year, the colds and flu are around more than we would like, and they have us dreaming of warmer summer days when we have bugs and humidity to deal with instead. While many of us have seen those bright, colorful cough drops at the grocery store as part of the cold and flu care section, w...

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb! You likely recognize the name licorice — it’s also seen in candy. And while most store-bought options you find today aren’t made with the actual licorice root plant, that familiar sweet flavor is still there.