Herbal Wisdom

Seasonal Shifts and a Recipe for Golden Harvest Milk

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Holy Basil by Ashley Sapir Lathrop

Holy Basil

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Motherwort in Ashley's Herb Garden

Motherwort

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As an Herbalist, specializing in herbal medicine for women, I have a special affinity for the plants that “multi-task”. If a woman comes to me feeling overwhelmed, anxious and is experiencing hormone fluctuations it is wonderful when I can choose one herb that covers all the bases. Motherwort is a perfect example of just such an herb.

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