OILS AND HERB WARNINGS

Mints that we have drying: Applemint, Chocolate Mint, Peppermint,  Spearmint....and others coming soon!

Applemint It has a pleasant, fruity taste and is sweeter than other mints. Also known as round-leaved mint, it has wrinkled, round leaves which have an apple scent great in teas....great in brownies...cookies... lots of ideas! Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Bee Pollen to use in a tea to help boost your immune system.Bee Pollen is a completely balanced food that contains vitamins, minerals, protiens, carbohydrates, essential amino acids, fats and enzymes all in their natural plant form. Bee Pollen is beneficial as a blood builder and it excels for those that are run down and those that are rebuilding the body from illness.Bee Pollen is a pre-digested protein and the enzymes it contains are of help with many bowel problems such as constipation, diarrhea and colitis Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Black Cohosh A powerful relaxant useful for rheumatic pain, osteo-arthritis, muscular and neurological pain. It helps to normalize menstration and cramping.Black cohosh has an estrogen-like effect, and women who are pregnant or lactating should not use the herb.  Women taking estrogen therapy should consult a physician before using black cohosh. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Chamomile          It is an excellent nervine that relaxes and tones the nervous system and is excellent in treating digestive problems, gas, colic or ulcers resulting from anxiety. Safe for children, all ages, to treat nervouseness or teething pain and can be added to bath water. Is a mild relaxant aiding sleep, mild antimicrobial and anticatarrhal, helpful in removing excess mucus in the sinuses. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Chocolate Mint great in baking to inhance chocolate minty flavor, can use alone or with chocolate, teas, or even flavored coffee.Use sprigs of Chocolate mint with ice cream, sundaes, or other desserts.Use in salads, garnish or many other uses like tea or candy. Great mint flaver with just a hint of chocolate or fruity flavor. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Clary Sage An antispasmodic and aromatic plant, clary sage is used today mainly to treat digestive problems such as gas and indigestion; Clary is also regarded as a tonic, calming herb that helps relieve menstrual pain and premenstrual problems. Clary is chiefly known for its aromatic oil, which is used in the manufacture of perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. Chefs sometimes add clary to omelets and soups. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Dried Lavendar  Used in treating headaches and stress, antidepressant and strengthens the nervous system. It is also used to treat nervous debility and exhaustion.As tea, oil inhalation, or vapor rub, lavender is effective for colds, coughs, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, flu, tonsillitis and laryngitis. The tea or tincture can also be taken for stomach and bowel infections causing vomiting or diarrhea. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Marjoram          may be used in sausages, lamb, beef, pork, chicken, fish, tomato dishes, stuffings, breads, salad dressings, and chowders. Marjoram is used in Italian, French, North African, Middle Eastern, and American cuisines and spice blends such as bouquet garni, fines herbes, and sausage and pickle blends. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Marshmellow Root The peeled root of marshmallow may be given as a chewstick to teething babies. The root is used in an ointment for boils and abscesses, and in a mouthwash for inflammation. Marshmallow can be made into a hot or cold water tea. Make a tea by adding roots and/or leaves and letting it steep. Drink three to five cups a day.Other medical uses - Gastritis, Peptic ulcers, Wrinkles. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Mrryh Antimicrobial, effective in trating mouth and gum infections, such as gingivitis, laryngitis. It can also be used for sinitis, respitory complaints, boils and blandualr fever. Myrrh is widely used throughout India and the Middle East for the treatment of mouth, gum, throat, and digestive problems, as well as for irregular and painful menstruation.The diluted tincture is used as a mouthwash and is effective as a gargle, helping to counter infection and inflammation and tighten the affected tissue. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Orris Root Orris root contains a volatile oil that acts as a valuable fixative in perfumery and stabilizes the fragrance of potpourris. Powdered orris root makes an excellent dry shampoo and may be used as a talcum powder.Orris root was once employed medicinally for chest problems.Today orris is rarely used medicinally.Magickal Uses: Love, Attracts mate, Dreams, Divination, Protection. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Peppermint  It sooths and relaxes muscles in the digestive system, used in treating flatulence, intestinal colic, dyspepsia, a mild anesthetic to the stomach which makes it useful in treating vomiting or nausea. Used to treat flu and colds, fevers, a good nervine and eases painful periods. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00

Whole Rose Hips As an astringent it's used to treat the kidneys, bladder and colon. It has been used for colds and flu, reducing excess urine, diarrhea, and helps to stabalize the kidneys.To prepare as tea: Pour one cup of boiling water over one teaspoon of dried crushed rose hips. Steep this mixture for ten minutes, then strain. Drink one cup three times daily.To prepare as raw pulp: Food processors work best for this preparation. Blend the hulls into a puree and press the pulp through a sieve. This can be eaten raw or uses to make jellies. Small Bags $3.00 Big Bags $6.00