Jana Miranda Herbalist-in-training

02/04/2015

This is why it's important to get herbs from a trusted source. Otherise it's like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get!
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/03/sidebar-whats-in-those-supplements/?ref=todayspaper&_r=0

New York’s attorney general said that tests on popular store brands of herbal supplements at Walmart, Walgreens, Target and GNC found that roughly four out of five of the products contained none of the herbs listed on the labels.

01/02/2015

Hard time sleeping last night, and I decided to give catnip a chance (along with some linden and lemon balm that I usually take). I don't usually feel herbs work right away in a dramatic way, but I was pleasantly surprised how quickly I felt my tension and busy mind release and relax. Yea, catnip!

12/30/2014

Ever wonder how elderberries and elderflowers are used?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMWtLcYs4T4&feature=youtu.be

http://mountainroseherbs.com Rosemary Gladstar joined us in the garden to share plant wisdoms as part of the Free Herbalism Project. Rosemary discusses the h...

12/27/2014

Going to make up a new batch of elderberry in the next week. Who needs some?

12/22/2014

https://www.facebook.com/lowdogmd/photos/a.462957517082373.119829.462951583749633/894846880560099/?type=1&theater

Some food for thought.

12/15/2014

The best time to take care of your body was 20 years ago...

Individual photos: www.ryanhoyme.com/photos/album7/

12/10/2014

Winter is here, and it's getting chilly. What a better way to warm up then tea! Also, a nice bag of tea makes a great holiday gift. Send me a message if you'd like some! I have Warm Me Up Chai, Kickin' Back, and Calm and Peaceful.

10/18/2014

Tea blend "Kickin' Back" This blend includes herbs that herbalists have used for years to help relax and nourish the nerves and improve sleep. Not to mention a delicious, minty flavor! Let me know if you want to try a bag for $6

10/18/2014

Baton Rouge friends, are you ready? Date and time has been set for our herb class!

10/10/2014

The makings for chai tea have just arrived! Who's in for some caffeine free chai!

09/19/2014

Did you see who won the giveaway? It's Sherri!

09/15/2014

So here is the giveaway you were told to watch for! Post your favorite herb below (could be a culinary herb if you are new to herbs) to enter your name for the drawing.