Adaptogens, nervines, and nootropics are three classes of herbs that are great for nervous system support. All three can help our bodies cope with emotional …
3 types of herbs for the Nervous System
Elecampane from Teacup Alchemy’s Masterclass
This lesson is from Teacup Alchemy’s Elecampane Masterclass, on sale now for $19. Teacup Alchemy courses are an affordable way to learn the art of …
7 Important Herbal Safety Guidelines
Herbs have a long record of safe use that spans thousands of years, but there are still some important guidelines that herbalists follow. Learn about …
Upcoming Herbal Podcasts for Summer 2020
Teacup Alchemy produces two herbal podcasts each month. One is open access, and one is for Patrons. Here’s the current schedule for podcast programming! July …
Mimosa Flower Jelly Recipe
Flower jelly is an exquisite way to work with mimosa (Albizia julibrissin) to enjoy the uplifting energy and fragrance of the blooms. It’s a sublime …
Building a Teacup Alchemy Community
I started my first blog, Indie Herbalist, in 2011 and began outlining what would become Teacup Alchemy in 2019. In the last few months, I’ve …
Elecampane Master Class
Have you heard of elecampane? Herbalists love this herb for many reasons. It’s valuable for lung health, digestive wellness, and even emotional self care. Teacup …
Learn How to Use Codonopsis
Dang Shen, or Codonopsis pilosula, is an adaptogen that nourishes. Codonopsis was first used in Traditional Chinese medicine. Understanding how an herb is used traditionally …
Elecampane Recipe for Lonely Days
The main herb in this elixir is well-known for respiratory health. This elecampane recipe, however, puts one of elecampane’s lesser known abilities in the spotlight. …
Small Measure of Calm Herbal Honey
This herbal honey recipe comes from my book The Complete Guide to Adaptogens. It’s super simple to make and features powdered schisandra, tulsi, and goji …