Herbal

“Herbal Wisdom”

If your car’s “check engine” light were on, what would you think if the mechanic said “You need to air up the tires and add some windshield fluid; then if it still bothers you, we’ll go in and clip the wire to the light?” Or, if your car were low on oil, would you expect the mechanic to say “Add this gasoline additive?” The herbal philosophy is not just something your grandma needed. Nor was it needed only “long ago and far away” before we became “scientifically advanced.” True herbal wisdom stems from an understanding that when God created man, He provided the nutrients needed to feed and care for his body in the surrounding environ- ment. It also involves individual education and responsibility concerning the basic mechanics of our bodies. Come learn how to utilize some of these God-given foods and how “feeding weeds” (nutrition) compares with “slugging drugs” (poison). This class is more than “Which herb do I take?” It is a lesson on changing our view of sickness and health.

“Using Herbs Externally”

Why would I want to use herbs externally? Which herbs are useful externally? Learn about herbal wraps and other external uses of herbal formulas such as Big 5+2, Ol#11, Formula #12, Arnica Oil, Peppermint, Cajeput, OC-M, Aloe Vera, Lobelia, Echinacea, Black Walnut, etc.

“Weeds that are Good for You!”

Dandelion, Chickweed, Burdock, Yellow Dock, Plantain, Blessed Thistle, Milk Thistle, Mullein. “But those are WEEDS!” That’s just your opinion! Some of what we have classified as “pesky weeds” are really just hardy herbs. The reason they are so hard to eradicate is what makes them such a nutritional blessing.

“Kitchen Remedies - Medicinal Spices”

The values and medicinal uses of many wonderful spices that may be in your kitchen! Includes discussion of Ginger, Cayenne, Cloves, Rosemary, Thyme, Garlic, Chamomile, Catnip, Celery Seed, Parsley, Sage and MORE.

“The ‘Yummy’ Herbs”

These herbs sound very yummy indeed... and some actually are quite tasty! Unfortunately, most don’t taste quite like what our taste buds expect by their name! Study the historical uses of Marshmallow, Peppermint, Red Raspberry, Fennel, Figs, Licorice, Grape-Seed, Horehound, Oregon Grape, Bilberry, Royal Jelly, Black Walnut, Black Currant, Papaya Mints, Sassafras, Whole Apricot, etc.

“Animals or Plants?”

Horsetail? False Unicorn? Cat’s Claw? No, these aren’t animal parts to make a tasty stew. Learn the historical uses of these plants that have animal-like names. Virginia Snake Root, Chickweed, Bee Pollen, Bee Propolis, Golden Seal, Wormseed, Wormwood, Coltsfoot, Cranesbill, Partridge Berry, etc.

“Not Your Average Dinner Plate”

These herbs sound like something we could have for dinner! In fact, your body may appreciate them as much. Oat Straw, Garlic, Wild Yam, Parsley, Pumpkin Seed, Cornsilk, Rice Bran, Skunk Cabbage, Jerusalem Artichoke, etc.

“Say What? Uniquely Named Herbs”

Elecampane? Sanicle? Chuchuhuasi? Can you correctly pronounce these uniquely named herbs? Echinacea, Lapacho, Pau D’Arco, Osha, Maca, Indian Tobacco, Scullcap, Pipsissewa, Pygeum Bark, Stone Root, Lady’s Slipper, Ashwaganda, Kudzu Root, Dong Quai, Cajeput Oil.

“Herbs in Bloom”

While the flowers of these herbs is not always the helpful part of the plant, their common names bring to our minds thoughts of color and fragrance. Eucalyptus, Wild Rose Hips, Passion Flower, Hydrangea, Yucca, Rosemary, Spikenard, Elderberry, Spring Violet, Sunflower Seed, Thyme, True Saffron, Valerian, Vinca (Periwinkle), White Pond Lily, Mullein Flower Oil, Ground Ivy, Safflowers, Mistletoe (Golden Bough), etc.