Posts by Gretchen Little

Damiana Leaf, cut, 1 oz (Turnera diffusa) Depression and Anxiety Herbalists often prescribe damiana for mild to moderate depression, anxiety and nervous exhaustion due to its stimulating and restorative properties[1].…

Comfrey Root 1 oz (Symphytum Officinale) Herbal Uses of Comfrey Root Skin Comfrey root has vulnerary and astringent properties and is used topically to heal wounds and bruises. It’s sometimes…

Cloves Whole 1 oz (Syzygium aromaticum) Herbal Uses of Cloves Nausea Clove acts as a natural anesthetic agent, numbing the stomach lining and preventing vomiting reflex [1]. It is also…

Cinnamon, cut, 1 oz (Cinnamomum cassia) Herbal Uses of Cinnamon Digestion Cinnamon has prebiotic properties that may help restore the balance of bacteria in the gut and support digestive health[1].…

Chicory Root, 1 oz (Chichorium intybus) Herbal Uses of Chicory Root Antifungal Chicory extract has antifungal features and is a potential choice as an antifungal drug[1][2]. Chicory root extract in…

Chamomile Flower, whole, 1 oz (Egyptian) (Matricaria recutita) Herbal Uses of Chamomile Treat Anxiety and Insomnia Apigenin, an antioxidant compound that may be found in a wide variety of plant…

Cedar Leaf, Cut, 1 Oz (Calocedrus decurrens) Herbal Uses of Cedar Leaf Medicinal Purposes Cedar Leaf can be used to help relieve symptoms of respiratory problems like congestion, bronchitis and…

Cat’s Claw Bark, cut, 1 oz (Uncaria tomentosa) Herbal Uses of Cat’s Claw Bark Internal Use The bark of the Cat’s Claw plant is believed to have anti-inflammatory and immune-enhancing…

Calendula Flower 1 oz (Calendula officinalis) Herbal Uses for Calendula Flower Treating skin conditions Calendula can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and…

Boneset, cut, 1 oz (Eupatorium perfoliatum) Herbal Uses of Boneset* Digestive Support When steeped in hot water, dried boneset leaves have been used to make a tea that could help…