
Herbalism & tea resources
Liz earned herbalism certification through the Gaia School of Healing & Earth Education. Herbalism and plant magic play a large role in many of their stories. You can purchase teas and herbs through Liz's affiliate link at Mountain Rose Herbs here.

Legal disclaimer: This information is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement of any particular medical or health treatment.This is meant to be informative and does not constitute as medical advice.
Withania somnifera
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Adaptogen and helpful for autoimmune disorders
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Strengthens the immune system by building white blood cells
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Eases stress and anxiety
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Rebuilds energy levels
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Anti-inflammatory
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Helps with chronic pain, arthritis, and fibromyalgia
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Eases PMS and balance hormones
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Increases libido (it’s an aphrodisiac!), sperm count, and sperm health
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Regulates sleep cycles, helping with insomnia
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Alleviates coughs
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Balances neurotransmitters and restores brain function
Herb: Ashwagandha

Astragalus membranaceus
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Immune system-strengthening adaptogen
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Helps regulate stress response and rebuilds the body after prolonged stress
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Repairs damage to brain, spinal cord and nerves
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Helpful for fibromyalgia
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Regenerates healthy tissue and cells
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Strengthening and restorative to the lungs, good for asthma and chronic lung conditions
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Protects and repairs cellular DNA from damage
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Heart tonic that lowers blood pressure
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Supports and rebuilds the liver
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Helpful for diabetes
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Increases T cell counts and stimulates white blood cell production
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Anti-cancer and anti-tumor
Herb: Astragalus Root

Arctium lappa
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Deep immune tonic
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Clears skin conditions, including boils, rashes, acne, eczema, psoriasis, herpes
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Strengthens hair, skin, and nails
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Lowers stress and anxiety; eases chronic fatigue
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Helps with focused concentration
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Supports gut bacteria
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Helps regulate blood sugar levels
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Rich in inulin, iron, zinc, protein, B vitamins, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C, E, A, D, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, chlorophyll, trace minerals, and fiber
Herb: Burdock

Taraxacum officinale
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Nourishing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant
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Liver, kidney, and digestive tonic
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Supports gut bacteria
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Helps clear skin issues like acne, eczema and psoriasis
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Balances hormones and relieves PMS symptoms
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Encourages breast milk production
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Balances blood sugar and lowers cholesterol
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Rich in inulin, potassium, magnesium, calcium, Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamins A, B complex, C, and D (more vitamins in the leaves, more minerals in the roots)
Herb: Dandelion

Crataegus oxyacantha
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Antioxidant and powerful restorative tonic for the heart
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Relieves the impact of stress on the heart
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Strengthens blood vessels
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Helps regulate blood pressure
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Reduces LDL cholesterol
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Clears arterial plaque
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Helps with arrhythmia, palpitations and chest pain
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Calming to the nervous system
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Helpful for depression, grief and healing a broken heart
Herb: Hawthorn

Ocimum sanctum
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Delicious adaptogen and deep immune tonic
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Restorative to the mind and nervous system
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Improves memory, focus and concentration
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Calming to stress and anxiety
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Balances cortisol levels
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Eases depression and restores energy
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Strengthens the lungs and opens airways (good for asthma and sinus infections)
Herb: Holy Basil

Melissa offcinalis
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Helps with inattention and hyperactivity, making it useful for those with ADHD
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Calms anxiety and eases depression
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Powerful ally for hyperthyroid disease and Graves disease
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Eases stomach cramps and nervous indigestion
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Anti-viral and a fever reducer, making it good for fighting colds and the flu
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Helps prevent and relieve herpes breakouts
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Eases both stress and tension headaches
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Can help counteract insomnia
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Improves the ability of acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter that declines as we age
Herb: Lemon Balm

Tilia sp.
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Powerful heart tonic
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Regulates blood pressure
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Strengthens blood vessels
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Soothes the effects of stress on the heart
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Helps with heart palpitations
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Supports digestion and soothes the stomach
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Eases anxiety and depression
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Helpful for muscle tension and migraines
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Opens the lungs
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Anti-inflammatory, nervine and gentle anti-spasmodic
Herb: Linden

Avena sativa
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Powerful multi-vitamin plant, deeply nourishing to cells and tissues
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Rebuilds the nervous system
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Helps ease anxiety and depression
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Alters the bodies response to stress and is especially helpful with burnout
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Eases joint pain, especially in the spine
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Strengthens bones, hair, teeth and nails
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Rich in magnesium, iron, calcium, protein, zinc, phosphorous, chromium B vitamins, and Vitamins E, K, A, C
Herb: Oatstraw

​Trifolium pratense
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Hormone balancing
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Heart tonic
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Skin clearing
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Supports nerve, bone and joints
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Lung strengthening
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Improves lymph circulation
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Provides the material needed to create serotonin and dopamine
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Regular use of red clover infusion can help alter how you respond to stress
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Rich in amino acids, calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, vitamin C, vitamin B complex
Herb: Red Clover

Schisandra chinensis
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Adaptogen and tonic for the brain and nervous system
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Boosts the mood and eases depression
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Improves concentration, memory and cognitive function
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Supports respiratory health
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Balances hormones and stimulates libido
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Helpful for chronic illness and a rundown immune system
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Increases energy and reduces fatigue
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Regulates the stress response
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Strengthens the cardiovascular system
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Balances cholesterol and regulates blood sugar
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Healing to the liver
Herb: Schisandra

Urtica dioica
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Adaptogen and deeply nourishing immune tonic
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Lowers stress and increases energy
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Natural anti-inflammatory and antihistamine
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Eases arthritis and joint pain
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Alleviates chronic headaches
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Good for the skin; helps relieve eczema and acne.
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Strengthens hair and nails
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Helps prevent UTIs and kidney infections
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Rich in iron, protein, chlorophyll, zinc, potassium, calcium, niacin, riboflavin and Vitamins C, E, A, D, K and B complex
Herb: Stinging Nettle

Hypericum perforatum
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Natural antidepressant that eases both depression and anxiety
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Helps with fatigue and difficulty sleeping
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Especially helpful for seasonal affective disorder
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Boosts serotonin and balances neurotransmitters
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Rebuilds nerve damage and aids in stroke recovery
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May help relieve pain from fibromyalgia
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Note: Do not use with SSRIs or other antidepressant medication. Should not be used when having a manic episode. Can cause photosenstivity. Do not take while pregnant.
Herb: St. John's Wort

Rubus idaeus
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High in magnesium, helping ease muscle cramps
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Strengthens hair, skin, and nails
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Protects against age-related mental decline
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Balances hormones, increases fertility, helps with menstrual cramps
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Regulates menstrual cycles
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Prevents cysts, fibroids, and endometriosis
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Restores ligaments and muscles after birth, abortion or miscarriage
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Eases a sore throat
Herb: Raspberry Leaf

Salvia officinalis
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Calming and nourishing to the central nervous system
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Promotes mental clarity, activating mental function and focus
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Eases panic
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Shown to improve scores on word recall tests
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Can help bring back sense of smell
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Helps with cold, flu, and lung infections
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Helps relieve indigestion, nausea and gas
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Can alleviate restless leg syndrome and muscle cramps
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Helpful for PMS
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Dries up breast milk
Herb: Sage

Verbascum thapsus
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One of the most healing herbs for the lungs
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Helpful for asthma, dry coughs, and core throats
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Used to treat bronchitis, whooping cough, pneumonia
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Anti-viral and anti-bacterial
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Helpful for flu and respiratory infections
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Soothes anxiety and emotional pain
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Eases insomnia
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Supports the nervous system
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Healing to the kidneys
Herb: Mullein

Scutellaria lateriflora
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Calms stress, anxiety, and worry
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Helps with panic attacks and PTSD
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Particularly helpful for sensory overload
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Eases depression and lifts spirits
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Soothes heart spasms and tension in the lungs
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Relieves tension headaches, migraines, and pain from muscle cramps
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Increases HDL levels and lowers blood pressure
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Fights insomnia to provide restful sleep
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Helpful for neuralgia
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Eases PMS irritability
Herb: Skullcap

Hibiscus sabdariffa & Hibiscus rosa
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Supports healthy blood vessels
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Can help maintain healthy blood pressure if you have hypertension
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Regulates blood sugar and lipid levels
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Boosts the immune system
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Supports brain health
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Regulates menstruation, slowing excessive bleeding and easing cramps
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Acts as an aphrodisiac
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Relieves pain from UTI
Herb: Hibiscus
