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How to Store Herbs & Spices for Freshness & Long Shelf Life
Beverage | Food | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Pet & Animals | Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
How to Store Herbs & Spices for Freshness & Long Shelf Life
From Sea Moss to Adaptogens: Key Takeaways from Expo West 2025
Beverage | Food | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Pet & Animals | Small Business
From Sea Moss to Adaptogens: Key Takeaways from Expo West 2025
Top 15 Herbal Powders for Supplements & Functional Foods
Food | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness
Top 15 Herbal Powders for Supplements & Functional Foods
The History and Wellness Benefits of Herbal Wine
Beverage | Recipes & Formulas
Uncorking Nature’s Bounty: Exploring the World of Herbal Wines for Health and Pleasure
Exploring Natural Herbal Alternatives to Botox for Ageless Beauty
Skincare and Beauty
Exploring Natural Herbal Alternatives for Ageless Beauty
3 Herbal Mocktails for Dry January and Beyond
Beverage | Home | Recipes & Formulas | Small Business
3 Herbal Mocktails for Dry January and Beyond
Beneficial and Safe Herbs to Boost Your Dog’s Well-being
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Pet & Animals
Boost a Dog’s Well-being with Safe Herbs
Nature’s Secret for Silky Strands Through Herbal Rinses and Oils
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Nature’s Secret for Silky Strands Through Herbal Rinses and Oils
Balancing Act: Natural Herbs and Supplements to Navigate Menopause with Ease
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Balancing Act: Natural Herbs and Supplements to Navigate Menopause with Ease
Synergistic Herbs: Better Together
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Synergistic Herbs: Better Together
Crafting Herbal Tea Gift Sets: A Marketing Guide for Retailers
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Crafting Herbal Tea Gift Sets: A Marketing Guide for Retailers
The History, Health Benefits, and Many Uses of Cinnamon
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Sourcing Spotlight | Specific Herbs
The History, Health Benefits, and Many Uses of Cinnamon
Herbs for Better Gut Health and Digestion
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Soothing Digestion Naturally: Herbs for Gut Health and Relief
Meta title: Best Herbs & Spices for Your Summer Menu
Beverage | Food | Recipes & Formulas | Small Business
Summer Sizzle: Best Herbs & Spices for Your Summer Menu
Elevate Your Athletic Edge with Natural Herbs for Muscle Growth and Sport Performance
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Elevate Your Athletic Edge with Natural Herbs for Muscle Growth and Sport Performance
The Rise of Boba Tea: A Global Phenomenon
Beverage | Recipes & Formulas | Small Business
The Rise of Boba Tea: A Global Phenomenon
Adaptogens for Weight Loss, Stress Relief, and Hormone Balance
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Harnessing Adaptogens for Hormonal Harmony and Weight Management
Why You Should Add Tea to Your Daily Health Routine
Beverage | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness
Why You Should Add Tea to Your Daily Health Routine
Ginger Kombucha: Health Benefits & Zesty Fermented Tea
Beverage | Recipes & Formulas
Ginger Kombucha: Health Benefits & Zesty Fermented Tea
Sustainable Herb Spotlight: Turmeric and Turmeric Powder
Recipes & Formulas | Sourcing Spotlight | Specific Herbs
Sustainable Herb Spotlight: Turmeric and Turmeric Powder
Supporting the Herbal Community: American Herbalists Guild Symposium
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Small Business
Supporting the Herbal Community: American Herbalists Guild Symposium
Damiana
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Damiana Quick Guide: Benefits and How to Take
Ginger
Recipes & Formulas | Sourcing Spotlight | Specific Herbs
Sourcing Spotlight: Ginger, The Culinary Staple with Benefits
SQF Certified
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Herb Co. is Now SQF Certified
19 Essential Herbs for the Perfect Recipe
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
19 Essential Herbs for the Perfect Recipe
Customer Spotlight: Sip Herbals
Beverage | Customer Spotlight | Small Business
Customer Spotlight: Sip Herbals
Ayurvedic
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
Ayurvedic Herbs for Stress Relief and Mental Well-being
Burdock
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Specific Herbs
A Quick Guide to Brilliant Burdock Plant and Burdock Root Benefits
Peppermint Tea
Beverage | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Peppermint Tea: Captivating Taste Buds for the Holidays with Herbal Blends and Peppermint Infusions
sleep
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
The Best Essential Herbs for Sleep
Haji Healing Salon
Customer Spotlight | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Small Business
Customer Spotlight: Haji Healing Salon
Irish Sea Moss Benefits in Hair and Skincare
Recipes & Formulas | Skincare and Beauty | Specific Herbs
Irish Sea Moss Benefits in Hair and Skincare
Kelp
Recipes & Formulas | Sourcing Spotlight | Specific Herbs
What Are the Benefits of Sustainably Sourced Kelp and Irish Sea Moss?
Horses
Pet & Animals | Specific Herbs
Three Herbs to Calm Healthy Horses
mullein
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
The Benefits and Uses of Mullein
Antibiotics
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Garlic, Ginger and 6 More Stellar Herbs That Are Natural Antibiotics
Herbal Symposium
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Small Business
Supporting the Herbal Community: The Northern California Women's Herbal Symposium
5 Great Ways to Use Cinnamon Sticks
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
5 Great Ways to Use Cinnamon Sticks
Echinacea
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
The Benefits of Echinacea: What You Need to Know
Rose uses
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
The Uses of Rose Petals for Beauty, Decor, & Culinary Arts
The 6 Benefits of Hawthorn: Boosting Your Heart's Health
Recipes & Formulas | Small Business | Specific Herbs
The 6 Benefits of Hawthorn: Boosting Your Heart's Health
4 Best Herbs for Women & How to Take Each
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
4 Best Herbs for Women & How to Take Each
Customer Spotlight
Customer Spotlight | Food | Small Business
Customer Spotlight Amborella Organics
Buckwheat
Recipes & Formulas | Small Business | Specific Herbs
Elevate Your Business with the Power of Buckwheat Hulls
Elderberry
Food | Recipes & Formulas | Small Business | Specific Herbs
7 Delicious Elderberry Recipes for Your Cafe's Menu
Men's Health
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
3 Natural Herbs for Supporting Men's Health
Adaptogens
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Pet & Animals
Veterinary Herbal Medicine: Adaptogens for Pets & Animals
Adaptogens
Herbalists & Holistic Wellness
Guide to Adaptogenic Herbs for Stamina, Energy, & Endurance
Adaptogens
Beverage | Food | Specific Herbs
Adaptogens that Help Anxiety, Depression & Sleep
Adaptogens
Beverage | Food | Specific Herbs
How Adaptogens Can Help Your Adrenal Glands
Podcasts
Small Business
Podcasts for Herbal Business Owners
Adaptogens
Beverage | Herbalists & Holistic Wellness | Recipes & Formulas
Tasty Adaptogen-Enhanced Teas: Recipes & Expert Insights
Herbs for Hair Health
Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
Herbs for Hair Health
Adaptogens
Beverage | Food | Specific Herbs
Are All Mushrooms Adaptogens?
Customer Spotlight Herb’n Eden
Customer Spotlight | Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
Customer Spotlight Herb'n Eden
Adaptogens
Beverage | Food
What are Adaptogens?
DIY Floral Facial Steam
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
DIY Floral Facial Steam
Lavender Body Butter
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
DIY Lavender Body Butter
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: How to use Lavender and Herbal Pairings
yarrow recipes
Recipes & Formulas | Skincare and Beauty
Soothing Yarrow Facial Toner
Lavender
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: The Basics & Benefits of Lavender
Jasmine Recipes
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Jasmine Recipes: Jasmine French 75
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: How to Use Jasmine Flower and Herbal Pairings
Jasmine Flower Ice Cream
Recipes & Formulas | Specific Herbs
Jasmine Recipes: Jasmine Flower Ice Cream
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: The Basics and Benefits of Jasmine
Customer Spotlight
Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
Rose Petals Make for Pretty Products: Customer Spotlight
Skin & Beauty Products
Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
Time-tested Botanicals are the Future of New Skin & Beauty Products
Rose Petal Recipes
Specific Herbs
Rose Petal Recipes: Soothing Rose Face Mask
Rose Petal Recipes
Recipes & Formulas | Skincare and Beauty
Rose Petal Recipes: Rose Petal Milk Bath Soak
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: How to Use Rose Petals and Herbal Pairings
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: The Basics and Benefits of Rose Petals
Essential Botanicals for the Beauty Industry
Skincare and Beauty | Small Business
Essential Botanicals for the Beauty Industry
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Beverage
Elderberry Recipes: Berry Boost Herbal Tea & Elderberry Shrub Mocktail
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: Elderberry Uses, and Herbal Pairings
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: The Basics & Benefits of Elderberry
Teas for Immunity, Sleep, and Relaxation
Beverage | Small Business | Specific Herbs
Teas for Immunity, Sleep, and Relaxation
Three Ways Turmeric is Used in Commercial Applications
Small Business | Specific Herbs
Three Ways Turmeric is Used in Commercial Applications
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Turmeric Formulas and Recipes
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: How to Use Turmeric & Herbal Pairings
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: The Basics and Benefits of Turmeric
Product Roundup
Beverage | Small Business
Product Roundup: Clean Drinking with Botanical Beverages
Herbal Insights Deep Dive
Specific Herbs
Herbal Insights Deep Dive: How To’s and Benefits of Hibiscus
Trending Botanicals in Food and Beverage
Beverage | Food | Small Business
Trending Botanicals in Food and Beverage
Zero-Proof Spirits Movement Creates Demand for Botanicals
Beverage | Food | Small Business
Zero-Proof Spirits Movement Creates Demand for Botanicals
Handmade Holiday Gift Guide
Beverage | Recipes & Formulas | Small Business
Handmade Holiday Gift Guide
2022 Food and Beverage Trends
Beverage | Food | Small Business
2022 Food and Beverage Trends
Beverages Say Hello to Botanicals and Bye to Sweeteners
Beverage | Food | Small Business
Beverages Say Hello to Botanicals
Customer Spotlight Plum Deluxe
Beverage | Customer Spotlight | Small Business
Customer Spotlight Plum Deluxe
Top Ten Herbs and Botanicals Consumers Are Buying Online
Small Business
Top Ten Herbs Consumers Buy Online
Tea: Basics and the Basics of Blending
Beverage
Tea Basics and the Basics of Blending Tea
Homemade Holiday Hooch
Beverage | Home
Homemade Holiday Hooch
Making the Most of Mulling Spices
Home
Making the Most of Mulling Spices
Camping Meals
Home
Foil Proof Camping Meals
The Sweet Story of Hibiscus
Specific Herbs
The Sweet Story of Hibiscus
Medieval Concoctions
Beverage
Medieval Concoctions
Making Simple Syrups
Beverage | Food
Making Simple Syrups
Healthy Hiking Treats
Home
Healthy Hiking Treats
Seasoning from Scratch
Home
Seasonings from Scratch
Spice Blends from Scratch
Skincare and Beauty
Herbal Self Care
Herbal Honey
Food
Herbal Honeys
The Story of Carmelite Water
Specific Herbs
The Story of Carmelite Water
COFFEE: from goat to gourmet
Beverage
Coffee - From Goat to Gourmet
Making Herbal Bitters
Food | Home
Making Herbal Bitters
All That Glitters
Home
All That Glitters
Appreciating Herbal Holidays
Home
Appreciating Herbal Holidays
The Scents of the Season
Home
Getting The Scents of the Season
08 Natural Hair Dying
Skincare and Beauty
Natural Hair Dyeing
Moroccan Mint Tea
Beverage | Specific Herbs
Moroccan Mint Tea
temp
Specific Herbs
The Joys of Juniper
04 A Mothers Day of Your Own Making
Home
A Mother’s Day of Your Own Making
05 Tinkering with Tinctures
Skincare and Beauty
Tinkering with Tinctures
Cooking with TEA
Food
Cooking with TEA
Simple One Pot Meals
Food
Simple One Pot Meals
Testing Section HIGHLIGHT
Specific Herbs
The Hedgerow Herb European Elder
PAWS for Pest Control
Home
PAWS for Pest Control - Fighting Pests Naturally
Magnificent Mint
Specific Herbs
Magnificent Mint
Turmeric - The Golden Spice
Specific Herbs
Turmeric - The Golden Spice
For the Love of Chocolate
Food | Skincare and Beauty | Specific Herbs
For The Love of Chocolate
Literary Libations
Beverage | Home
Literary Libations
Pie - A Slice of Life
Food
Pie - A Slice of Life
Herbal Glycerites 101
Home
Herbal Glycerites 101
test landing
Specific Herbs
Crazy for Catnip
Caffeine in Tea
Beverage
Caffeine in Tea - A Tale of More or Less?
Aromatherapy Formula Basics for Essential Oils
Skincare and Beauty
Aromatherapy: Formula Basics for Essential Oils (reprise)
Herbal Spa
Skincare and Beauty
Herbal Spa - DIY Recipes
Herbal Formulas for Late Summer Skin Care
Skincare and Beauty
Herbal Formulas for Late Summer Skin Care
Breakfast in Bed
Home
Breakfast in Bed
Beat the Heat
Home | Skincare and Beauty
Beat the Heat
DIY Dry Rubs
Food
DIY Dry Rubs
The Art of Dyeing Naturally
Skincare and Beauty
The Art of Dyeing Naturally
DIY Homemade Herbal Soap
Skincare and Beauty
DIY Homemade Herbal Soap
Apricot Kernel Oil: Uses and Benefits
Specific Herbs
Apricot Kernel Oil: Uses and Benefits
The Lure of Lavender
Specific Herbs
The Lure of Lavender
Cinnamon Sins
Specific Herbs
Cinnamon Sins
A Passion for Pepper: Parsing Peppercorn
Specific Herbs
A Passion for Pepper - A Parsing of Peppercorn
Six Super Simple Superfoods
Food
Six Super Simple Superfoods
Chia Seed - From Ancient Mayan Staple to Modern Superfood
Food
Chia Seed - From Ancient Mayan Staple to Modern Superfood
Chillin' with the Chili Peppers
Food | Specific Herbs
Chillin' with the Chili Peppers - A Peppering of Info
Herbal Household Hacks - A Greener Clean
Home
Herbal Household Hacks - A Greener Clean (reprise)
The Skinny on Scrubs: Exfoliates and Oils
Skincare and Beauty
The Skinny on Scrubs: Exfoliates and Oils
Spice Trade
Home
Spice Trade History
Cozy Comforts - Winter Comfort Foods
Food
Cozy Comforts - Winter Comfort Foods
Herbal Happy Hour - An Annual Libation Celebration
Beverage
Herbal Happy Hour
Chai Something Nice
Beverage | Specific Herbs
Chai Something Nice
Crazy for Cookies
Food
Crazy for Cookies
A Parade of Pumpkin & Some Spice Advice
Beverage | Food
A Parade of Pumpkin & Some Spice Advice
Soul Soothing Soup
Home | Skincare and Beauty
Soul Soothing Soup
Select Spices of India
Beverage | Food
Select Spices of India
Preserving the Harvest & Recipes for Canning
Food | Home
Preserving the Harvest & Recipes for Canning
Herbal Crafts that Make Scents
Home
Herbal Crafts that Make Scents
Giving Thanks
Home
Giving Thanks
5 Seasonings for the 5th of May & Authentic Latin American Recipes
Home
5 Seasonings for the 5th of May
The Thrill of The Grill & How to Get Your Spice On Grilling Recipes & Tips
Food | Home
The Thrill of The Grill & How to Get Your Spice On Grilling Recipes & Tips
Make A Summer Salad Splash: Salad Making Tips & Summer Salad Recipes
Food
Make A Summer Salad Splash: Salad Making Tips & Summer Salad Recipes