has anyone had luck with drinking spearmint to alleviate hormonal acne? How long did you drink it for before you noticed a difference? How strong did you make it?

🙏 thank you

This may seem silly, but a long time ago, I saw an X-Files episode where a folk magick practitioner made a poultice for someone who's lower back was hurting from a lot of exertion. There were no details at all (at least that I remember) of what the poultice was made of, but it helped the woman tremendously!

I have similar back issues. After going to chiropractors, physical therapists, taking pain relievers of all kinds, doing all kinds of exercises, I don't know if any of it really helps. So, does anyone know what would be in a poultice one could put on one's back? (Preferably lidocaine free, as that starts to burn something fierce after a while, and my skin has gotten more sensitive the older I get.) Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

Anybody recommend bugleweed for hypothyroid? I read that google says you shouldn’t take it but I also understand that the government likes to control those articles and tell people to avoid it. I already know someone who took for their thyroid and started to feel better.

After a couple year journey of deep meditation, living in the Amazon rainforest amongst medicine plants, and backpacking Latin America, I’ve returned home and have been leading a life that is as much in alignment, non toxic etc as possible being in the developed city world.

I came across “mud water” online, and thought it was be nice to make my own that I can have in tandem with my cacao every morning.

I’d love some input on what this blend can consist of? I’ve seen lions mane and reishi mentioned often, but then see many posts advising against it(???)

Hoping for some guidance please :)

i am 24, don't have too many utis & yeast infections, but am definitely sensitive. a few days ago I noticed tenderness, almost a raw pain around the vaginal opening and now has become itchy and irritable. something I'm suspicious about is some of the new soap I'm using (African black soap) getting in there and causing this imbalance. is there any herbs that might support me with this? and how would I utilize them? topically or internal ingestion? thank you reddit herbalists!! <3

Hi All,

I'm a big fan of herbalism and intuitive/integrative medicine. I'm also a Software Engineer by day. I've been sitting on an idea of creating a website that has different ailments and their herbal remedies along with published studies to back up the claims.

Is there currently something like this out there? Or should I take this on as a passion project? If I do take this on, I'll definitely need some help!

I dont really have time to wait for tea in the morning. So doesnt two tea spoons of dry herbs eaten cause any pain or bloating?. I know that you can eat fresh ones if the stingy side of leaf is folded together. But long term? any experiences?

Do fenugreek and other testosterone boosting herbs need take time to build up to see effects? Or is it more immediate?

My lemon balm tincture is ready. It's made with alcohol. For use, can I mix with liquid stevia? And if so what would the ratio be? I was looking at a few of the tinctures I have purchased and they all have stevia and I have a small dropper bottle of it and figured maybe I could use it for this?

Hi there. I’ve been really interested in learning about medicinal herbs and supplements for a little while now. I’m not super knowledgeable so I’m wondering if anyone can give me feedback. Every morning for about a month now I start my day by mixing ashwaganda, Maca, ginkgo biloba powder and tribulus powder (about 1tsp of each) into my organic meal replacement shake. I mix it with about a cup of water and a cup of organic grass fed whole milk. Is this a healthy combination? I am a 32f and the goal is to be healthy, more focused, more relaxed, and balance hormones. After doing this for about a month I can tell a difference. I don’t feel as anxious and it seems easier to focus throughout the day. I’m going to keep up with my routine but I want to make sure it’s a healthy combination. Thanks!

Hey everyone!

I’ve been researching alternative protein sources and came across Azolla (the aquatic fern). It sounds interesting since it’s protein-rich and grows fast, but I usually see it used for animal feed. Protein supplements and other sources are getting pricey, so I'm curious if anyone has actually tried using Azolla for their own diet.

Does anyone know if it’s safe, digestible, or how to prepare it for human consumption? Also, is it cost-effective compared to traditional protein sources? Any advice or personal experiences would be awesome. Thanks!

Don't get me wrong, im glad i went off the hormones because they were making me feel so bad and i would never go back on the nuvaring and neither on the pill.

But holy moly, i just wish for mere vanity's sake there was something that worked so good on my hair as BC did.

I read that the reason why the skin and hair can benifit from BC is due to estrogens which seem to affect the collagen in the body. Im taking collagen peptides, but they don't give any effects on the hairs structure, which is back to coarse and horribly rough on the touch like an old witch broom.

Does anyone have any little tipps and tricks to get a similar hair effect without getting on hormones?

I have made a beeswax salve original for soft tissue wounds, mainly bruising. A couple friends of mine are into one of the larping groups that does sword fighting and can get some nasty bruises. However, would this recipe be safe for open wounds like a cat scratch? I’m mainly asking because of the arnica. All of the herbs were either an oil or tincture in vegetable glycerin. This is also my first time making this so if you see a glaring error please tell me.

Horse tail 3 ounces Devil’s claw 3 ounces Comfrey 3.5 ounces Clover bud 3 ounces Arnica 4.5 ounces Bee’s wax Use a 1 part wax 4 parts oil ratio

Looking for a beginner herbal smoking blend? and also would a herbal vaporizer work for a blend like this? Any insight into what you use yourself would be appreciated.

I have an herbal formula that I am less than impressed with. I believe the manufacturer has cheeped out on ingredients. I believe in the product, because in the past it has worked beautifully.

What I would like to do is source high quality ingredients and build the recipe myself.

I wanted to ask the community to see if there is such thing as a compounding herbalist. Someone who is well versed in herbs that can put together a combination of specific herbs into a capsule. This would be a small order of less than 1000 capsules.

Are there such people out there that do such a thing?

I'm moving to a ski town for the season this year. I'm not a big alchohol drinker, but still hoping to engage in the jovial apres ski get-togethers. Anyone have any experience with herbs/teas/tinctures/tonics that help to enhance the celebratory mood and lower inhibitions?

Basically what’s in the title; I know the basic stuff -it’s usually the same info over and over online (mostly antiviral, possible rash -I’ve never experienced it, mostly chest/respiratory). But plants are mot straight forward and I’m hoping for someone with extensive experience using it, personally or clinically. There isn’t a lot out there and even less studies than for other plants. It’s always great to hear from people who practice and are confronted to various scenarios, beyond quick fact list.

Thanks!!!

I fractured my pinky toe. It's wrapped up right now, but I've started applying comfrey salve to the small exposed front part of my foot, not directly on the fractured area, because I can't access it. Is this salve helping at all or am I just wasting it? Thank you!

Hey guys new to the space! Trying to see what do you all think about Herbs by Merlin!

Here’s the website: https://www.herbsbymerlin.com/p/Ht031.html

I’m considering on getting a couple of tinctures from her. I saw one post where a user said she is really good and her products have worked well for them.

Let me know what you all think!

Alright friends, who here is successfully drying their own fresh plantain leaf? Every time I dry a batch it comes out brown and for fun I guess, sometimes black. I’ve tried several temp settings, different drying racks and distances, I’ve tried three different dehydrators - all the same! (I’m using an Excalibur dehydrator) The herb is bone dry before I pop it in, what gives?! For clarification purposes, I live in central Texas and I’m growing my own narrow leaf plantain from seed - not the easiest feat and I’m losing a lot of good material and hard work. Any tips appreciated!

Hi guys - so I’ve been infusing some oils with herbs for skincare purposes. My first batch is almost at the end of its 6 week infusing period. I just ordered some benzyl alcohol to use as a preservative, but should I have gotten it sooner and put it in before beginning its infusion? Or is it okay to use after as long as it hasn’t gone rancid or molded?? For more context - this first batch is almond oil with 6 different types of herbs, and my other batch infusing right now is pomegranate oil with the same 6 herbs. I also ordered some vitamin e oil to add alongside the benzyl alcohol as a “natural” preservative.

Would buying the turmeric from the spice section of a place like sprouts be any good? I would imagine fresh or potentially from a source like mountain rose may be better.

I’m hoping to get a lot of the benefits but using powder form. Potentially doing the same with ginger and cardamom to make simple version of golden milk. Would this be effective?

I’m looking for reputable sources to learn about herbs for naturally curly hair. There are a lot of resources on shampoos and conditioners but not a whole lot on styling products- curl creams, gels, scalp treatments, leave-in conditioners, refreshing products etc. the naturally curly life requires a lot!

Currently studying with Matthew Wood’s institute and am really interested in exploring beauty herbalism more. Who are the leading herbalists in this area?

I struggle with managing my hair- my scalp is dry and flaky and doesn’t produce any oil. My hair is dry and becomes dull quickly. My edges don’t grow and I can’t stand how products make it feel sticky.

Any recommendations on literature or education out there?

I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I wanted to see if others had similar experiences. I live in the EU and am flying home to the USA for the holidays. I've made several tins of calendula salve (flowers infused in hemp oil + beeswax + shea butter) that I'd love to give to my family. Has anyone flown with unlabeled hemp oil infusions? Or are they safer to leave at home?

I consumed it both as a tea and a decoction and i didn't feel anything. I was curious to see if it could help me with my anxiety but I guess not? I'm not sure why I'm posting this exactly, but I feel like somewhat obligated to report my results. Or I guess Id just feel weird keeping this information to myself. If anything I became more energetic after I drank the tea but, I really doubt it's related to skullcap, since it's around the time that I started eating in the day. I drank it before bed but yet still I had issues staying asleep, as per usual. I'm not sure what exactly I was expecting, though.

It was bitter as fuck, and it tastes like poison even though the smell is really pleasant. It also made my stomach hurt a little I think, but that's about it as my recorded effects. Not sure if I just didnt take enough of it or what.

Is there a good herbal remedy for stomach problems with gas, irritated bowls and gastritis? For the past 3 years I've been suffering from gastritis and when it gets bad I have to go to the ER, those are rare cases that mostly happen at night. The ER medicine it's good and works for a few weeks but then I go back to the same. I'm still undergoing several other test prescribed by my primary doctor but, medicine can only get me so far. Are there any natural remedies, herbs, potions, elixirs or anything that anyone can recommend me, whether it could be a cure or just a temporary treatment im open for anything. You could say im desperate for a solution.