Sweet Wormwood: From Worthless Weed to Wonder Drug

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Artemisia annua, also known as sweet wormwood, is a plant that has recently gained attention for its potent medicinal properties. This wonder plant has been extensively studied for its antiprotozoal and antiviral effects, particularly against diseases such as malaria, African sleeping sickness, and respiratory viruses. In fact, artemisinin, a compound found in sweet wormwood, has even won the Nobel Prize in Medicine. With its broad range of healing properties, sweet wormwood is truly a superstar of the herbal world. Learn more about its many health benefits with the comprehensive courses from the Homegrown Herbalist School of Botanical Medicine.

Natural Ways to Reduce Joint Inflammation and Feel Better

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Are you tired of feeling achy, tired, and inflamed? Well, have no fear because Dr. Patrick Jones is here! In this blog post, we’ll explore some easy, natural ways to reduce inflammation and get you feeling your best. Dr. Jones breaks down the effects of sugar and refined carbohydrates on the body, and how a healthy gut can play a significant role in managing inflammation. Plus, he shares his favorite herbs that have powerful anti-inflammatory properties, including boswellia, turmeric, and black cohosh. So, grab a seat and get ready to learn how to reduce inflammation the natural way.

Christmas Trees Ain’t Just For Christmas Anymore: The Amazing Healing Powers of Pine!

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For the past few years I’ve been very interested in pine (Pinus spp.). The Good Lord made an awful lot of those big green trees… So, I figured they must be good for something besides 2X4s, firewood and beaver dams. So I started digging. The things I learned and continue to learn have changed my life. Let me share just a few of them with you.

Your Thanksgiving Meal Is More Medicinal Than You Thought!

We at HomeGrown Herbalist are truly grateful for your support and your friendship. We’re grateful that you care about the gifts of healing that the Lord has given us all. We’re grateful for your care of others, your desire to learn and, more importantly, your desire to share that learning with others. We wish you a […]

First Aid Kits Are A Pig In A Poke. Let’s Let The Cat Out Of The Bag!

Whether you’re a dedicated prepper, an avid hunter, or a parent trying to keep your kids safe, it’s important to have a first aid kit that allows you to respond quickly and with confidence. I’ve spent a lot of my life elbow deep in high intensity medical emergencies. I’m here to tell you that if […]

Walking In A Winter Wonderland & Coughing Our Brains Out!

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Walking In A Winter Wonderland…The 2022 Version ♪♪ Sneezes ring. Are ya listenin’? ♪♪♪ On our sleeves, goobers glistenin’! ♪♪♪ It’s cold in the yard… ♪♪♪ We’re sneezin’ real hard ♪♪♪ And Coughin’ in a winter wonderland. ♪♪♪♪ Gone away is the summer. ♪♪♪ Now we’re sick. It’s a bummer. ♪♪♪ But hey, don’t dismay […]

Herbs Are Snake Oil! And That’s a Good Thing!

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Have you ever heard herbs referred to as “Snake Oil”? It’s a pejorative used by those who don’t think herbs have medicinal benefits. Whenever I hear someone call herbs “Snake Oil” I smile and say “Thanks. I’m glad to see you’re a believer in their benefits.” You see one of the saddest things about those […]

The Russians Are Coming! How To Manage Comfrey The Smart Way!

If I could only have three herbs in my life, comfrey would be on that list. I’ve used it constantly for many years in my veterinary and naturopathy practices. Its name comes from the Old Anglo-French word cumfirie To Heal. And what a healer it is! Over the years as a veterinarian and naturopath, I’ve […]