#herbal knowledge

[queenboudicaa]

#witches heal #radical feminist #radical feminism #radfem #radfem community #witch #australian radical feminists #feminism #herbal #herbal knowledge #herstory

[herbalist-thalkon]

Fire Cider

This is what I started my herbalist journey with. Gathering the items and making sure I had enough of everything was a big effort, when I realized I needed everything around the same time and couldn't get everything at the store. Which is one thing that I realized as I continued my journey, I either need to find the items I need in the wild, grow my own, or order online and attempt to find the best price for the quality I wanted. I ended up ordering the items I couldn't get at the store, and waited until they arrived to get the rest of my items at the store.

Putting this together in the jar was an experience, and I wish I knew where the pictures were. All of the ingredients make the jar look beautiful before the first shake. I know you'll be hesitant to give it it's first shake, but to help the benefits infuse with the vinegar it's best to shake it then place it in your cool dark spot. I picked a cupboard in my kitchen, since I'm in the kitchen a lot of the time, making this the perfect spot to store it for the time being.

So, why should you make this? And what benefits will come from using this?

Both are wonderful questions, and ones that I'm hoping to be able to answer. People who make Fire Cider claim that it helps boost immune systems to help fight off infections and to keep you healthy. The ingredients in the cider sound like a bunch of nonsense, but there are healing properties in the ingredients. I don't plan on going into detail on all of them in this post. One day, I'm hoping to give them their own pages. I will go into detail on a few of them though.

Garlic is a known purifier.

Lemon can be a disinfectant.

Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory (I like to take turmeric pills when I have colds, it seems to kick the symptoms right out of me if I catch it early enough).

Apple Cider Vinegar can help even out pH in the stomach (or so I've read a while ago. I'll be researching this again to back up this claim in the future).

Honey not only is antimicrobial but can help soothe an irritated throat from a cough.

This isn't all of the ingredients, but I will be going back to research them more in depth at a later date. If you give this recipe a try, please let me know how it turns out. One thing to note is that there are several different versions of this recipe and the one I use is not the end all of all Fire Ciders. Find a recipe that works for you, or tweak it to suit your own needs. I'm excited to see what benefits everyone notices from making their own fire cider, and how it helps them.

Fire Cider

Ingredients

- 1 Large Red Onion, Chopped

- 3 Heads Garlic, Chopped

- 1 Lemon with Peel, Diced

- 1/2 Cup Fresh Ginger Rhizome, Grated

- 1/2 Cup Fresh Turmeric Rhizome, Grated

- 1/4 Cup Fresh Horseradish Root, Grated

- 1/4 Cup Fresh Thyme, Arial Parts, Chopped

- 2 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper

- A Few Fresh Cayenne or Jalapeno Peppers (optional)

- Honey To Taste (1/3 Cup)

- Raw Apple Cider Vinegar

- Half-Gallon Jar

Directions

Place all ingredients (except honey and vinegar) in a half-gallon jar, and cover with raw apple cider vinegar (cover herbs by a few inches).

Place a piece of natural wax paper over top of jar before tightly capping with lid.

Store in a dark cupboard for at least three weeks. Shake jar daily.

Strain herbs out of fire cider. Add warmed raw honey to taste, mix thoroughly and bottle.

Use within 6 months of bottling date.

To Use

Take 1 Tbsp. (half a shot), once a day as a tonic or up to 3 Tbsp. daily with active infection.

Notes

- Adding the wax paper between the cap and the liquid will help prevent the lid from rusting from the acid in the vinegar.

- The ingredients can be left to sit for a couple of months. This will make it a stronger concoction.

- The garlic may turn blue, this is a normal reaction.

- Sediment will form at the bottom. This can either be strained or shaken into the liquid before serving.

- Because the cider is made with a vinegar, equal parts water & fire cider can help

Observations

- When taken consistently, can help with infections

- A small dance after downing the shot can help the taste

- I'm terrible at consistency. This batch has lasted me over a year, and still seems to be going strong.

- We can store the cider in the fridge, but it makes the taste stronger

Citation

Herbal Academy Calendar. (2020, October).

#herbs #Immune Support #Recipes #DIY #My Journey #Fire Cider #Herbal Knowledge #Herbal Health

[hexora]

15 Grimoire Page Ideas That Aren't Basic

Chronomancy Correspondences:

Explore the connection between time and magic, including auspicious moments for spellcasting, planetary hours, and lunar phases.

Echoes of Enchantment:

Discuss the use of echoes and resonance in magical workings, tapping into the vibrational frequencies of words, symbols, and intentions.

Liminal Spaces Invocation:

Explore the magical potency of liminal spaces—thresholds, crossroads, and in-between places—and how to invoke their energies.

Numinous Nectar Elixirs:

Detail the creation of magical elixirs using rare and ethereal substances, discussing their uses in rituals and ceremonies.

Quantum Sigilcraft:

Delve into the intersection of quantum physics and sigil magic, exploring the idea that consciousness can influence reality at a fundamental level.

Astral Alphabets:

Introduce lesser-known alphabets or symbolic systems used in astral travel and communication with otherworldly entities.

Dreamweaving Spells:

Discuss the art of crafting spells that are specifically designed to be cast within the dream realm, influencing waking reality.

Candle Color Alchemy:

Explore the magical properties of less common candle colors and their associations with specific intentions, emotions, and energies.

Chthonic Charms:

Focus on charms and talismans specifically attuned to underworld energies and deities, connecting with the mysteries of the subterranean realms.

Technomancy Scripts:

Examine the use of coding languages, digital symbols, and technology-based sigils in modern magical practice.

Quantum Familiars:

Explore the idea of spirit companions that exist beyond the constraints of time and space, bridging the gap between the metaphysical and quantum realms.

Sacred Geometry of Sound:

Investigate the use of sound frequencies and sacred geometry in combination, exploring how they can enhance magical rituals and spellcasting.

Ephemeral Elementals:

Discuss the existence and interaction with elementals that are tied to fleeting or ephemeral elements, such as mist, shadows, or reflections.

Psychotronic Crystals:

Explore the use of crystals not only for their physical properties but also for their alleged ability to interact with psychic and spiritual energies.

Aetheric Anatomy Cleansing:

Detail practices for cleansing and balancing the aetheric body, exploring lesser-known energy centers and channels.

#Witchcraft #Grimoire #Book of Shadows #Spellcraft #Rituals #Magick #Paganism #Occult #Witchy Aesthetics #Wicca #Mystic Arts #Esoteric Knowledge #Alchemy #Crystal Magick #Herbalism #Divination #Tarot #Moon Phases #Ritual Tools #Witch's Brew #Candle Magic #Sigils #Enchantments #Mystical Symbols #Sacred Geometry #Spirituality #Spellwork #Potion Making #Spell Ingredients #Occultism

[divinefemmefatalexo]

Herbal property charts 🌿

#witchblr #witchcraft #witch community #witchyvibes #witch tips #witchy #witchlife #magic #spiritual #witch #herbal magick #herbal #herbsforspells #spiritual knowledge #spiritualhealing #spirituality #spiritual community

[reality-detective]

Dr. Barbara O'Neill - Recipe for a cold, flu, bronchitis, pneumonia, pleurisy and infections related to those mentioned. 🤔

#pay attention #educate yourselves #educate yourself #knowledge is power #reeducate yourself #reeducate yourselves #think for yourselves #think about it #think for yourself #do your homework #do your own research #do some research #ask yourself questions #question everything #healing #healthy food #herbal medicine #health #you decide

[mothermorne]

Spiderweb covered aloe

Spiderweb -

"The Everlasting Cycle of Life: A spider's web serves as a deadly trap for other insects, yet it is also a place where spider eggs hatch, symbolizing the infinite process of death and rebirth, the cycle of life, and the balance between creation and destruction."

Aloe Vera -

"Aloe Vera symbolizes spirituality, good luck, and protection as well as cleansing. It is believed to protect a person from physical accidents and is used to heal minor injuries if they do happen. Drinking Aloe Vera juice is believed to block the influences of evil spirits from harming your body and physical health."

#witchcraft community #witch tips #green witch #kitchen witch #occult #grimoire #divination #plant magic #plant medicine #spiritual knowledge #spiritual meaning #aloe vera #spider web #witch aesthetic #witchy vibes #sigil magic #spirituality #herbal magick #herbal medicine

[isleofsodora]

Here he comes, here he comes, it’s Henry Halifax!

Henry is my favorite wilderness/floral lover, and I hope you like his flower pot friend! (Big SU/SUF reference cause I miss that show so much! 😭)

Henry belongs to the Krięgblistkân/Coâlârshee classes!

#thomas and friends au #thomas the tank engine au #thomas the train au #fantasy au #thomas and friends #ttte humanized #thomas the train #ttte Henry 💚 #big lovable dork and I love him! #he gets scared easily so be careful not to startle him 😅 #very knowledgeable in herbal medicine!

[ghouljams]

I’m curious about what Aus you have aside from Cowboys and Fae

Let's take a look:

Ballet au with König

James Bond au where Ghost thinks he's James bond but it turns out he's the bond girl

Cursed/witch au that I spun out to original fiction but still know all the COD boys roles

I was toying with a demon au where the darlings are the demons as a fun twist

Tattoo au where Ghost is in love with his artist but he's still spec ops and never gets the chance to ask her out between deployments

Usually I am like a mad scientist cooking up aus but I've been really focused on the Cowboys and Fae so I don't have too many at the mo

#ghoul speaks #i have had such a problem in the past with making a million aus #its amazing that i have only been focusing on 2 #but it helps having so many characters #the rest of these really only focus on one or two characters #except the curse au which is also sort of a royalty au and a medieval au #and was really just made so i could flex my herbalism knowledge

[iamwinklebottom]

Our Spirits Are Testing Us Before Blessing Us: False Prophets, Discernment, & Underdeveloped Souls

#Santa Muerte #Ganesha #Ganesh #ancestors #black witch #hoodoo #witchcraft #art #magick #spells #artist #tarot #spirituality #pick a card #occultism #sacred knowledge #crystal healing #spellwork #devotee #herbalism #manifestations #manifesting wealth #psychic medium #magic #witches #green witch #Vishnu #papa legba #Oshun #la madama

[ohboi]

For your writing requests! (Actually I have two bc I can’t decide, so I’ll leave it up to you 😆)

Savage teach his little twin bros Maul and Feral how to fly a ship.

Or

Savage taking refuge from being the eldest 24/7, where he goes, who he’s with etc

AHHHHH BESTIE I LOVE THESE SDFGHJKHGFDFGHJK

i do have something for the second prompt :3

We all know that Savage absolutely cherishes his brothers, BUT, like siblings always do, they get on your nerves. And since the Nightbrothers are such a closely knit community, when you're the eldest sibling of your family, you're basically dubbed the Older Sibling to all of your younger sibling's friends as well, and while it is endearing that they look up to you, it is also incredibly exhausting!

So where would the Older Brothers go to take a break from being the eldest?

They would swear to their younger siblings that their hangouts were "boring" and "uneventful", and that that "they would have no interest in what happens whatsoever" *wink*. But once the young ones were put to bed, and the elders were off in their meetings, Savage and the others would sneak off into the woods and have their own little soiree. These would consist of a campfire, reading, small talk (including saying what they really feel about the Sisters O_O), some venting about their day, sparring, stargazing, and a couple of items that they probably shouldn't have (a little something to smoke, a little something to drink iykwim hehe).

Savage loved stargazing the most. He would spend hours lying in the soft moss, transfixed upon the night sky as he reveled at the Moon's beauty. There in the forest he would whisper to the Moon whatever was weighing upon his hearts, until someone would come over to check on him, or perhaps lie with him and watch the stars. Usually that person would be Hunter, a close friend of his whom Savage considered to be an older brother to him. He would listen to Savage talk about the Cosmos, the Stars and the cycles of the Moon for hours on end, and although he may not have had interest in such things, Hunter saw that the topic made Savage happy.

And joy was a rare commodity in the village. Especially for Savage.

#ohboi answers :3 #i also have the HC that Savage has a plethora of herbal knowledge #therefore he would be the sneaky fellow tasked with bringing some of the equivalents of weed to the parties #he would have the good shit too because he'd know what to mix (he has a secret garden of “forbidden plants” that he makes them from) #savage opress #clone wars oc

[herbalist-thalkon]

Welcome - Table of Contents

This is a blog that will document my herbal journey. I've always wanted to heal friends and family with herbs and I've finally gotten the chance to do that. Not as frequently as I would like, but enough that I can attempt to keep my family healthier than usual. On this blog I will mark my herbal research and recipes, adding to it as my research furthers. This post will act as a Table of Contents (each completed page will have a link that will take you to that specific post) to help organize the different posts. I'm not sure how it will end up looking, but I'm hoping it will be straightforward. Feel free to comment, add your thoughts, and/or your own research for me to look into and potentially add to my research. I will do my best to add sources to my posts. If you notice any missing please let me know and I will attempt to find where I got the information and fix the error.

I've been debating on where to start with this blog. I figured I should start with some recipes I've already tried with my family, with some success. Adding pages to talk about the different herbs involved with those recipes, and perhaps the different herbs found in some healing teas I already have. I also will probably go into the herbs and plants found in my yard along with my families. The next question to myself was whether I should only stick with plants that are useful, or add the plants I end up researching and finding out aren't useful in healing too. I might dedicate a section to plants that aren't useful in herbal healing, but have yet to decide how to go about that.

Without further ado.

Table of Contents

Herbal Knowledge

Why herbs?

Knowing the Human Body Systems

- Cardiovascular System

- Respiratory System

- Gastrointestinal System

- Endocrine System

Therapeutic Actions & Their Definitions

Plant Constituents & Their Basic Functions

Medicine Cabinet Terms & Their Definitions

Wildcrafting

Flower Essence?

An Herbalists Kitchen

Using Herbs

Dosing Guidelines for Adults & Children

Herbal Resources

Herbs/Ingredients

Beeswax

Black Pepper

Black Walnut

Calendula

Cannabis

Cayenne/Jalapeno Peppers

Chamomile Flower

Chickweed

Comfry

Cornstarch

Cramp Bark

Elder Flower

Fine White Clay

Garlic

Ginger

Goldenseal

High Proof Alcohol

Honey

Horseradish

Lemon

Marshamallow

Mint

Mullein

Myrrh

Olive Oil

Pennyroyal

Peach Tree Leaf

Peach Tree Bark

Plantain

Raspberry Leaf

Raw Apple Cider Vinegar

Red Onion

Sage

Statice

Tansy

Thyme

Turmeric

Valerian

Witch Hazel

Wormwood

Yarrow

Recipes

Anti-Yeast Tea

Cramp-T Tincture

Eczema Wash

Fire Cider

Ginger Lemon-Aide

Green Dragon Tincture

Morning Sickness Tea

Sage Mouth & Throat Spray

Thyme Syrup

Yarrow Venous Salve

Yoni Powder

...I've set myself up with a lot of homework and research. I guess I better get started. I'll be starting with filling out the recipes with my own notes and where I got them from, how they've worked for me and my own observations. I’ll start with recipes I’ve done, then the ingredients and why they’re used. After that, I'll fill out the basic herbalist information. So I'll be working backwards, I guess. If you find this blog early on, welcome. If you find it once it's more established, also welcome, and I hope it's to your liking. (This is being pulled directly from Blogspot. From the blog I created.)

I will always be available for questions, but I must put a disclaimer.

Any information on this blog is for my own record keeping, and for people to see similarities in their own experiences with herbs. This blog makes neither medical claim, nor intends to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Links to external sites are for informational purposes only. This blog neither endorses them nor is any way responsible for their content. Readers must do their own research concerning the safety and usage of any herbs or supplements.

#Herbal Knowledge #Table of Contents #Herbs #Recipes #Herbalist Resource #Links #WIP

[oceanherbalist]

My sun, moon, and mercury are all in the 9th house. I'm a virgo rising. Mercury apparently rules my chart. I value learning and knowledge, but in the way that's best for you. I married a gemini and gave birth to a saggitarius. I have a bachelors in Biology and a masters in clinical herbalism. I've worked in genetics and been a health inspector. I am constantly learning from the many people and cultures I come into contact with. If I wasn't meant to teach, Idek lol

So this year, I'm focusing on sharing more of myself and my truth. I have cultivated so much knowledge over the last 14 years, and I need to trust myself enough to share it. So, I will be putting out some educational materials, hosting online classes, and focusing on consulting this year. I hope I am able to help as many people as possible this year.

#thoughts #knowledge #herbalmedicine #herbalism #witchblr #astrology #herbal education

[sidewalkchemistry]

The Truth About Third Eye Awakenings ☺️ | Holistic Leveling Up!

#v #holistic health #holistic healing #third eye chakra #herbalism #imaginal realms #chakra healing #self care #holistic leveling up #slow living #soft living #inner work #inner child healing #mindfulness #meditation #spiritual awakening #spiritual growth #lightworker #starseed #self knowledge #self transformation #imagination #intuition #lucid dreaming #astral projection #astral travel #akashic records #Youtube #sidewalkchemistry

[reality-detective]

Equal parts organic oregano and organic olive oil. Stir. Store in a jar for 4-6 weeks and then strain. Store in a dark jar in a cool place. 🤔

#pay attention #educate yourselves #educate yourself #knowledge is power #reeducate yourself #reeducate yourselves #think about it #think for yourselves #think for yourself #do your homework #do some research #do your own research #ask yourself questions #question everything #for your health #health tips #natural remedies #herbal medicine #you decide

[balkanradfem]

Can you use fresh nettles for the nettle infusion? Also how do you dry your nettles? Oven?? I want to dry nettles but I’ve been told it might be too humid to hang them up to dry them, but doing them in the oven feels like a waste of electricity. Oh and do you leave the stems of the nettles on?

Fresh nettle infusion is basically like a nettle broth, yes you can do it, but the quality might be different. We dry the nettle because that way all of the water evaporates and the oils inside get intensified, with that it's healing abilities as well. But you can definitely make some nettle infusion with fresh nettle and try it out and tell us what it's like! All the recommendations I've seen use dry nettle so I'm sticking to that.

Nettle dries incredibly easily, I leave it on a bedsheet for 2 days and it's already dry. You can hang it dry, leave it on top of some newspapers, I never tried oven but I guess if it's not too hot it works? I think the healthiest way is to get it air-dried. When drying herbs, you don't want them drying in a direct sunlight, because the sun deteriorates their quality and makes the colors fade and yellow; ideal is a nice shady place with well air circulation. But my bedroom also does just fine; nettles are already very low in water so they dry up quickly.

I've seen people in humid places dry herbs via putting them into big paper bags, and letting the paper draw out the moisture! I've never tried it but I've heard women vouch for it. I guess it would work the same if you put it in-between some newspaper sheets. Good luck!

And yeah, I leave the stems, stems are fine for infusions. Actually, there's not much stem in my nettles, when foraging I usually just take the tips, as they're the healthiest new growth, most likely to be uncontaminated by anything. And also because of the way nettle grows, if you just take the first 3 junctures with leaves, it's going to grow 2 new tips within a week! Meaning you get unlimited nettle.

#nettle lore #herbalism #nettle infusion #nettle foraging #nettle knowledge

[alotsgonnachange]

oh!!! fun fact in old herbal lore :tm: the mandrake plant was only thought to bloom where the uh. the stuff of a hanged man fell.

HJSHJSHJSHKAH I THINK I READ THAT TOO and i was like HUH 😀

#about to just acquire semi irrelevant knowledge about herbal medicine for the bit #asks