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25 Herbs for Renewal & Vitality – Supporting Your Body in Spring

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Today’s episode is about renewal, and how herbs can support your body as we move from winter’s stillness into the energy of spring.

We’ll discuss how spring affects our bodies energetically and physically, how traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda view this season, and, of course, which herbs can help you align with the season of growth, clarity, and movement.

My little friend Chippy is awake and out of this den. This is Grey, they like to eat breakfast together. 🐿️ ❤️

Barred Owl in my neighborhood.

I built the beehive, and it's ready to be placed in its permanent home in the garden. The bees will be arriving sometime in May. 🐝 🐝 🐝 🐝 🐝 🐝 🐝

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Sources & References

1. Milk Thistle & Liver Regeneration

Silymarin's Role in Liver Regeneration & Detoxification:
- Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Discusses the liver's importance in vitality and detoxification, including herbal and planetary influences.
- Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Notes the alchemical principles behind herbal medicine and planetary rulerships.
- Bartlett, Robert Allen. Real Alchemy – Describes the purification and transformation processes in herbal alchemy, which relate to liver detoxification.

2. Burdock Root & Blood/Lymphatic Detox

Burdock as a Blood Purifier and Lymphatic Support:
- Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Describes how the blood and lymph are ruled by planetary forces and affected by seasonal shifts.
- Andrea L. Gehrz, Astrological Remediation – Discusses how herbs like burdock root can counteract stagnation in the body's natural detox pathways.
- Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Explores the doctrine of signatures, which connects burdock’s deep roots to its ability to cleanse deeply.

3. Lemon Balm & Liver-Nervous System Connection

Lemon Balm’s Effect on Stress & Liver Function:
- Gehrz, Andrea L. Astrological Remediation – Explains how stress impacts digestion and detoxification via planetary influences.
- Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Connects lemon balm's planetary rulership (Moon and Mercury) with its ability to balance emotions and support detoxification.
- Paracelsus, The Archidoxes of Magic – Discusses how herbs that affect the nervous system also influence digestion and detox processes.

4. Chlorophyll-Rich Foods & Detoxification

Chlorophyll's Role in Detox & Blood Oxygenation:
- Bartlett, Robert Allen. Real Alchemy – Explains the role of plant-based elements like chlorophyll in spiritual and physical purification.
- Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Discusses the connection between the body’s vitality and solar energy through chlorophyll-rich plants.

5. Spring Wellness Rituals & Detoxification

Spring Detox Practices & Movement for Liver Health:
- Gehrz, Andrea L. Astrological Remediation – Discusses seasonal shifts and how movement influences planetary energies.
- Hill, Judith. Medical Astrology – Highlights the importance of seasonal shifts in metabolism and how herbal remedies can enhance vitality.
- Lilly, William. Christian Astrology – Notes the timing of seasonal changes and their effects on the body.

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Creating Herbal Routines – Making Herbal Medicine – Herbalism For Beginners

Today, Theresa and I are talking about how to create an herbal routine for good health. I’ll have some questions you can ask yourself to help you drill down what methods and types of herbs for your lifestyle.

Some of the topics we cover are herbs in general, how to use herbs in general, herbs for wellness, herbs for good health, how to use herbs, and herbal facts. We also get into some of the herbal remedies and how beginners can get into herbalism by asking simple questions about their lifestyle.

Can you grow your own herbs or is it better to purchase them for your herbal medicine cabinet? We discuss simple ways to turn plants into plant medicine by using teas, infusions, capsules. Herbalism is a lifestyle and we offer suggestions on how you can make your own herbal remedies.

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02 Fire Cider | Immune Boosting Tonic And The Gift Rosemary Gladstar Gave To The World

All-natural remedies to get help through the cold and flu season – Photo by Nate Solberg – Scout Collective, Rocky Hill CT

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Today I’m talking about a vinegar tonic that boosts the immune system.

It has roots in a centuries-old recipe and was updated and modernized in the 20th Century and given a new name.

Since then, it's been adapted many times and is now a staple recipe in any budding herbalists recipe book. Its called, Fire Cider

By the end of this show, you’ll learn about the history of how infused vinegars got started and why they are so popular today. I’ll even share my own recipe so you can make a batch for yourself and family.

My disclaimer so we are clear…

I’m not a doctor, and if you have questions about your health, please consult a licensed medical professional. The information discussed in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only.

Victims from the Black Plague 1665 England – CC Google Images (click here to view picture)

Fleas on rats were the carriers of the Black Plague. Fleas would infest homes and bit humans spreading the plague. CC Google Images (click here to view picture)

Rosemary Gladstar's latest book – (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Base ingredients for fire cider – (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Using fresh ingredients – this is horseradish pulled from our garden. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

I don't peel vegetables – I just do a rough chop to fit in the jar. Make sure you use organic apple cider vinegar! (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Turkey Tail Mushrooms harvested from our woods. They are great for boosting your immune system. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Echinacea Roots and Flowers, plus dried Rosemary from our greenhouse. All help to boost the immune system. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Fill gallon jar with organic apple cider vinegar and slide a knife down edges to get the bubbles out. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Lable jar with start and end date. The first week check the jar and shake for any bubbles. Add more vinegar if vegetables have absorbed the vinegar. Then check and shake every week for 6 weeks. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

In 6 weeks strain the contents of the jar. Throw away the contents. (click here to view photo) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Add raw honey before jarring or add later. (click here to view picture) photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

Brenda’s Fire Cider Recipe

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Ingredients

1/2 cup fresh chopped organic ginger root

1/2 cup fresh chopped organic horseradish root

3 medium organic onion, chopped

10 cloves of organic garlic, crushed or chopped

2 organic jalapeno peppers, chopped

2 sliced lemons and or oranges (organic)

Several sprigs of fresh organic rosemary or 2 tbsp of dried rosemary leaves

1 tbsp organic turmeric powder or 2 fresh roots chopped

1/4 tsp organic cayenne powder

1 – 3 – 32 oz bottles of organic apple cider vinegar – the amount needed will depend on the volume of material stacked in jar. (Re Brand: I use “Braggs” but there are other unfiltered organic apple cider brands out there.)

¼ cup Raw local honey to taste (add after the 6 weeks of fermenting is done)

* See list of herbal variations that I’ve added to my recipe. These are not necessary, but the * indicates the ingredients that I’ve used in the past.

Directions

Chop and slice all of your roots, fruits, and herbs and place them in a large jar. (I use a gallon jar with a lid – bought on Amazon.) Fill jar with the apple cider vinegar until everything is covered. You may have squish material down to cover with vinegar.

Use a piece of natural parchment paper under the lid to keep the vinegar from touching the metal, or a plastic lid will work. Shake well. Store in a dark, cool place for 6 weeks and remember to shake daily.

After 6 weeks, use cheesecloth to strain out the raw fermented ingredients. Discard the vegetables and pour the fermented vinegar into a clean jar. Be sure to squeeze as much of the liquidly goodness as you can from the vegetables while straining.

Next…comes the honey. Add 1/4 cup of honey (or more if still too strong) and stir until incorporated. Store at room temperature in dark cupboard or refrigerator.

Herbal Ingredient Variations

These organic herbs and spices would make a wonderful addition to your Fire Cider creations. You can find them all and more in our shop!

Thyme
Horseradish Root Powder
Rose Hips*
Star Anise
Schisandra Berries
Astragalus
Parsley
Burdock root*
Oregano, Peppercorns*
Beet Root Powder
Habanero Powder
Echinacea root (fresh or dried) *
Echinacea flowers (can use contents of 3 tea bags) *
Whole Chili Peppers*
Orange slices*
Grapefruit,
Lime slices*
Ghost peppers*
Cinnamon Sticks*
Dried Turkey Tail Mushrooms*

Drinking Instructions:

Shot of Fire Cider – (click here to view picture) Photo by Brenda J. Sullivan

1 – 3 shot glasses per day when you feel cold or flu symptoms coming on. Repeat until symptoms go away.

Please remember, I am not a doctor, if you continue to feel bad or get worse – go see a licensed medical professional. This recipe is for educational purposes only and not meant to treat or diagnose anyone.