Cherry trees…not just for cough syrup
Many of you may know about the history of use of cherry bark in cough drops and syrups, and to address symptoms of colds, fevers, and...
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Sweet Willow Wellness Blogs and Recipes
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Sep 12, 2022
Cranberry Sage Mouthwash
You may think of cranberries and sage as fall mealtime ingredients – but they are so much more than that! I love both of these medicinal...
Dec 17, 2021
Oatmeal with Goji Berry, Cranberries, Fresh Fruit & Walnuts
A favorite wintertime recipe of mine incorporates goji berries, which have grow beautifully in my Wisconsin gardens (even though I do...
Dec 17, 2021
An herbal twist to holiday cranberries
I love cranberries – pretty much any way you want to give them to me, so long as they’re not out of a can! Native to North America, many...
Nov 4, 2021
Cooking for Immunity
This has been a popular class topic this Fall, so I wanted to share some information for those of you who haven’t been able to join us...
Mar 5, 2020
Everything you need to know about Lavender
Long before it was common knowledge that the plant has antioxidant, antimicrobial, sedative, calming and anti-depressive properties,...
Mar 5, 2020
Everything you need to know about Oregano
Oregano, is one of the most common herbal plants that produces essential oils. Here in Wisconsin area, Oregano is fairly common and...
Nov 11, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Birch Bark
The birch is a tree native to northerly climates. The name is a very antiquated one, plausibly derived from the Sanscrit bhurga, ‘a tree...
Nov 11, 2019
Everything You Need to Know About Juniper Berries
Juniper berries pine-like flavor and are often used to spice up various cuisines, including European and Indian recipes. In ancient...
Nov 1, 2019
Change Your Life with Adaptogenic Herbs
Adaptogenic herbs are a great way to boost your health. If you haven’t heard of them, you’ll enjoy exploring a whole new world of...
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