Category Archives: Tinctures

I think plantain needs to be included in my “herb of the month subscription”. This June I have needed it in some form for 1)a burn 2) a bug bite that looked a bit red 3)and a broken toe. I have it as an ingredient in many of my salves and liniments. I ordered threeContinue reading “PLANTAIN Tincture”

Fevers can present at any time of year and affect people of all ages. They are a normal result of our body killing off bacteria or viruses and activating the immune system. Most are not pathological but a healthy and natural strategy to deal with common but mild infections. Fever can also be caused byContinue reading “Fever Tincture (ELDER)”

It used to take me so much time to extract my tinctures but my new press really speeds up the process. I am not sure if it does a better job than my hands but it sure is easier with less wear and tear on my wrists. Our family is now practicing self isolation toContinue reading “Staying Busy With More Tinctures”

Some things are just too pretty to mess with (sigh).  I usually begin my tinctures in glass amber bottles/jars. A small amount of light will affect fresh herbs with green leaves. Maybe it does not change the chemical constituents and strength much but I do notice a change of color. Emerald green instead of brown.Continue reading “Immune Support Tincture Time”