Being Herbalism

A window on the world of an herbalist. Lots of interesting thoughts, facts and practical information concerning the use of herbs, healing and the practice of herbalism.

Saturday, September 28, 2013

Chaga and the Wild Harvesting Dilemma

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There are many wild spaces where I love to walk and, when necessary, harvest herbs. Whenever I explore a new area or trail, I keep a record ...

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Saturday, September 21, 2013

Thank You Summer, Welcome Fall!

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Yesterday was like a typical summer day. It was warm and humid and the sky was full of thin misty clouds. Although there are many signs of l...

Monday, August 5, 2013

Harvesting Artist's Conk (Ganoderma)

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Although I primarily use plant species in my practice, I also use several medicinal fungi. The first group of medicinal fungi that I started...

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Saturday, July 13, 2013

The Milk Myth

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When I was growing up, milk and other dairy products were considered to be among the healthiest of foods. Kids, in particular, were encourag...

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Thursday, July 4, 2013

Harvesting Ground Ivy

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On June 12th I went to one of the areas where I wild-harvest herbs and harvested ground ivy ( Glechoma hederacea ), better know as creeping ...

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Thursday, June 27, 2013

Harvesting Herbs: Dancing With Weather

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OK, I'm back! I haven't posted anything since I returned from my back-to-back trips to Mexico and Lake Superior - and, yes, my leg i...

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