Herbal Antibiotics & How to Use

[@HeidiVillegas]

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[@leebowers1783]

Hello, I am making my dad a tincture of pain killers. I am making all of them separate, but going to mix them into one tincture. My mixture will be teasel root, ginger root, burdock, yucca, turmeric, & cloves. Do you see anything wrong with this mix? I want to kill the pain, not my dad. He is not allergic to anything & is not on blood thinners. I am stay away from devils claw & black cohosh. 🇺🇲😇

[@beeswan9775]

Hello & thank you! I watched your short YT video on the double extraction of Usnea as well as this video. Do you have a video with greater How To details on double Usnea extraction? I have Usnea and would like to complete the double extraction. Thank you!

[@kathy2285]

Love you videos very informative ❤

[@kingg697]

Hello Heidi Thank you for sharing all the wonderful herbal information. I currently am trying to make a desicion on what herbs to use and how much to use for an abscessed molar on lower jaw. I look like I have a golf ball in my jaw...I have been taking garlic, andographis and doing raw potato poultices. . I am going to my holistic dentist to get the tooth extracted, but he couldn't see me for a few days. He recommended andographis and I've been using it, but he said if after 24 hours I didn't see a difference, I should take amoxicillin . I don't really want to, as I agree it is anti-life and would prefer to handle this infected tooth with antibiotic herbs instead. It's been at least 32 years since I've taken any antibiotics and have always resolved all health issues with herbs and supplements, but this one has me wondering. I don't know what kind of bacteria I have and don't know what herbs would resolve this awful abscess. I have been meaning to join your group, and will do that soon. Do you have any suggestions on which herbs to incorporate? What would you do if you had an abscessed molar with an infected root? Thank you, Heidi!

[@kingg697]

Thank you Heidi, what would you use instead of amoxicillin or penicillin for an abscessed molar with infected root? Echinacea, oregano, usnea or a combination? How much tea, how often? I agree with you, antibiotics as anti life and herbs are life giving!!!

[@sueannwilliams4254]

I've just started doing research on medicinal herbs and found your channel. There is so much information out there that is so confusing. You break it down so well that it is easy for a newby to understand. Thank you

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you, SueAnn! Welcome to the community! Be sure to get on our newsletter!

[@amyazbell-nice255]

Plz...continue bc I am very fascinated with herbalism!❤ I enjoy learning from ur videos, thank u very much!

[@kathleenmueller8110]

Heidi, thank you for all the valuable information. Herbal and e/o usage as antibiotic tools are so timely right now. It’s never to soon to equip yourself with the knowledge to help yourself and be prepared. Please continue to teach this form of self care.

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're right! And thank you, Kathy, I sure will!💖

[@StitchingWithLove]

I could listen to you for hours. I love your content, and especially appreciate your personal experiences with herbs helping you and your family.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, thank you so very much! I appreciate your sweet words!💖

[@LastWordExisting]

Me too!!!! I really enjoy Heidi’s longer videos!

[@theresaobrien747]

More on herbs for children as well😊❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Theresa! I'll do a video about this! But essentially, "most" herbs that adults use safely are also fine for children...it's usually about the dosing. There are some exceptions, so I'll talk about this! Great idea!

[@theresaobrien747]

@@HeidiVillegas thank you💜

[@terrytillman5715]

Thank you so much , Heidi. I checked this video out mostly because I'd never heard you speak and wanted to see you before signing up for the tribal membership. Finally some excellent herbal courses I can afford!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Well, thank you! I'm so glad you're here, and welcome to the school, too!

[@jeannerezack3203]

Thank you. Very informative.

[@patbourret8050]

Excellent video! I love the way you teach as you are so easy to listen to and you explain everything thoroughly. I have been away from school for 50 years, but your courses are so easy and helpful to learn from. Ditch the Drugstore is an excellent course and the Confident Herbalist Tribe has so much valuable information. You do an outstanding job every single time.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, thank you so very much, Pat!❤️

[@JoybileeFarm]

Excellent presentation, Heidi. I love that you include essential oils with your list of herbs to use for herbal antibiotics. You are beautiful in your new work space/office. This was delightful.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, Chris, thank you so, SO much!🥰 LOL I thought having a work area away from home would be great (and it is), but now I still have work areas at home and here....I've just expanded😂 How are the trees doing? ***And for people reading this comment, Chris is amazing...look her up at: joybileefarm.com/

[@melindafox13]

What a wonderful video! Thank you for talking about this. I am so happy to see that I grow all but 3 on the list. Clove, usnea and ginger I do not grew yet, but ginger I will be starting in pots soon. You are the best Heidi !!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Melinda! You'll love growing ginger....it's really pretty, in the house, too!

[@cathleenpierce984]

Great information Heidi! Thank you!

[@HeidiVillegas]

You are so welcome! Thank you, Cathleen!🥰

[@RoseFelton]

I grow many of the plants you mentioned, plus a few you didn't mention. I also have 2 tinctures I made a while back, Oregon Grape Root and Usnea. They have helped out a couple times when needed. Always love watching your videos. I learn so much!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Rose! There are SO many antibiotic herbs, and I kept it to a small list...I'd love for you to share your additions!

[@RoseFelton]

@@HeidiVillegas Other herbs that can be used for antibiotics are: Aloe Vera, Rosemary, Sage, Cayenne Pepper, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Cloves and a couple oils.... Coconut Oil and Tea Tree Oil. Also, honey is an antibiotic.

[@JulieLocke-j7t]

Thank you for your down to earth and do-able lessons!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much!🤗

[@shawnafincher5369]

I am just starting to learn about all the herbs and oils and I love your videos. They are so helpful. Thank you for sharing your information.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you so much, Shawna! If you have ideas for future videos you'd like to see, please let me know!

[@chrissym6001]

Thank you for being a reliable knowledgeable source to learn from and therefore teach from ❤️

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Chrissy! I appreciate you!🤗

[@SilverBee13]

Great video, Heidi. I watched it twice and took notes! You are such a gifted teacher.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate your sweet words!🥰

[@osieg]

Wonderful video! Thank you I’m learning so much!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you so very much!

[@wheatORweed]

Thank you for the wonderful information on beneficial plants!

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're welcome! I hope it helps, and thank you so much for being here!🥰

[@yodathecatttttt]

I love you content so much and that you are kindred believer! ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you! I'm so glad you're here!💖

[@cherylrybarczyk2705]

Your shop is set up so cute! And I love the information you shared with me!!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@micheleharris1614]

I am down to two antibiotics that can be used. This is a great video that has alternatives to man made medicine. I use quite a few of the protocols that you have discussed. Since going through your Ditch The Drugstore course, I’ve been able to use natural methods in my apothecary. The Tribe has taught me to look at “weeds” in a totally new way. Thank you for another great and wonderful video. 🤗

[@HeidiVillegas]

Michele---You are SO amazing! I love our students SO much.🤗❤️

[@micheleharris1614]

@@HeidiVillegas love you too😘

[@zathras2010]

Hi Heidi, I’ve been following for a while and I so appreciate all the indie you are sharing. I’ve been taking a lot of notes. The only thing keeping me from joining the classes, just some constructive info, but you tend to talk 1,000 miles per hour and it’s just so hard to keep up with it all.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, my goodness! I'm so sorry. I get very excited about herbal medicine. My course videos are slower, and there are captions, I believe, too. My husband edits, and gets on me if I'm not understandable, LOL

[@russbowman6801]

Olive leaf is good as an antibiotic, it can be grown in our zone 8.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yes! That's a great one! It doesn't grow in our zone, but we had them all over in Las Vegas, years ago. Perfect!

[@russbowman6801]

@@HeidiVillegas It wouldn't cost much to ship dried olive leaves to be ground up at the destination and put in other oils or be steeped with other herbs. Which would be best, oil or water?

[@growingaHome]

This information is so incredibly important. Thank you!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Glad it was helpful!

[@earthangel4448]

Love your videos Heidi ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you so much!!🥰

[@ceedoman7190]

This was wonderful! Thank you. I need to get making tinctures. Love what your doing. Stay strong

[@HeidiVillegas]

You'll LOVE making your own plant medicine!🥰

[@liddiasecrist5313]

Wonderful information. I love all your videos

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you, Liddia! :-)

[@rosyloveslearning3013]

Love your work. Thank you. 🙏 💗💗💗

[@HeidiVillegas]

You are so welcome💖

[@thesummerdream]

Love this ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you so much!

[@shadowmanning2395]

Can you do a video talking about hot oils and the dos and donts with them?

[@HeidiVillegas]

That's a GREAT idea----yes, I should address the hot oils. I heard a reputable herbalist (who is not trained in aromatherapy) say to use oregano oil neat, which can seriously burn...... Thank you for the idea!

[@amybalser630]

I loved this video , it was so informative and a great refresher time for me !! It’s just in time for fall and flu season .❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yes, it's a good time to start thinking about this!💖

[@aromaticserendipity5488]

Thanks for all this wonderful information. I had already started an oregano infused oil on 7/10/23 in avocado oil. 😊

[@HeidiVillegas]

I need to make one of these, too. My oregano isn't booming like it has in previous years..... I need to go do some coaxing! Glad you've got that going!

[@barbaragage657]

Nasturtium are great too and very easy to grow!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yes they are!

[@lorriekushniruk1811]

Heidi thank you for the info it's great. You only did 10 plants cause you missed number 8.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Lorrie! LOL It's a good thing counting isn't my skillset!😂

[@peachymim]

Always such great information! Thank you, Heidi ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

You are so welcome!💖

[@anngiaquintoscott3248]

Excellent video. I love that most of the herbs are common herbs known to everyone. It makes learning herbalism less intimidating.

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're right, Ann! I actually chose more common ones to talk about. There are many, many others, but these get the job done!

[@Erica-yr3gf]

Always wonderful to see your videos Ms. Heidi.❤❤❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

I appreciate you, Erica. Thank you for the comments!

[@ellendavis9940]

I really needed this. I have pinkeye and allergic to the medicine, so it’s bad. Just have to learn to make it an eye wash. Thank you

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, no! I'm so sorry. Here's a suggestion to research for your eye...I've used chamomile tea as a wash before, and it's done well. You can also combine with a stronger herb, like thyme (no oregano in your eye). Make a tea and rinse or use to dip a cloth in as a warm compress several times a day. I've used this for myself with great results, as well as my animals.

[@ellendavis9940]

@@HeidiVillegas thank you so much. They have gone to the store to pick those items up for me. You are the best Heidi.

[@dianefuller3242]

I have had great success with oregano oil, goldenseal, and garlic. Been able to kick UTI's and ear infections twice. Glad to learn about some of the other sources of natural anitbiotics as well.

[@HeidiVillegas]

YES! Diane, this is wonderful! Thank you for sharing with us....it gives others hope and the knowledge that herbs work when you know what to do with them!🥰

[@isabelladavis1363]

Thank you Heidi I’m looking now to see which one of the books I have now lol…great information as always and thank you once again for sharing your knowledge…stay blessed

[@HeidiVillegas]

You are so welcome!❤️

[@sandigeo57]

Thank you Heidi I really enjoyed all the information on herbal antibiotics

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks, Sandi!

[@havajava2day554]

Thank you so much for this information! I am allergic to about every type of antibiotics and need to make my own. I have your introductory course and love it.

[@HeidiVillegas]

I feel the same way about antibiotics. YUCK. So glad you're here!

[@karenherrmann2069]

Thanks, Heidi! Awesome video as usual.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks for watching!🥰

[@cherylrobinson1917]

Excellent info thanks

[@HeidiVillegas]

Glad it was helpful!🥰

[@CDGMR1]

Thank you

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're welcome🥰

[@cindyprickett7185]

Excellent information and content as usual Heidi!! Thank you so much for the in depth information on the different ways that the herbal antibiotics work within the body and there uses!! 🥰

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you, Cindy!🥰

[@melaniemoultrie6676]

Heidi...I just enjoy your videos and information. You are so crazy!😂😊❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thanks so much!

[@patriciamcburney8167]

Thank you for the information!

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're welcome!💖

[@mbetsy2011]

Thanks you so much like always ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

You're welcome 😊

[@vickie2772]

Thank you! Really enjoyed!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@HalfLatinaJoy86]

Thanks! I recently got some oregano even though I don't cook with it simply for these reasons. When I need it, at least I'll have it and since it was from Trader Joe's, it was only a couple of dollars.

[@HeidiVillegas]

It's also such a beautiful plant!

[@loriwhitehead1052]

I'd love to hear what you have to say about menapause support! :)

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oh, boy....Do I have a LOT to say!

[@ChocolateBoxCottage]

Would you suggest combining several of these herbs infused in oil to make an antibiotic salve? Maybe you cover this in your Ditch the Drugstore course and I haven't gotten there yet. Thanks for another wonderfully educational video! ~ Michele

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yes, absolutely! There is a recipe (or two) in the DTDS course for antibiotic topicals. Many of the ones I mentioned here are in that recipe!🥰

[@dianasmithhill4678]

You covered only 10 of the 11- 1.Oregano 2. Echineacea 3. thyme 4. ginger 5. Berberine plants- oregon grape root and goldenseal 6. Lavender 7. Elderberry 8. Usnea 9. Garlic 10. Clove Buds

[@HeidiVillegas]

LOL---I can do herbs! I evidently can't count. The right # of herbs is there. Someone told me I skipped #8. Thanks for letting me know!

[@rosemaryshevchuck5767]

Thank you Heidi, I love listening and learning from you. You have the sweetest calming voice. I was looking through your videos for cream or salves for arthritis, aches muscles, I just couldn’t find it. Any help, please.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you, Rosemary! Here's a video on cayenne salve you may enjoy---it's an older one, but a good one! I also have the recipe with different EO variations on my website, too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZS0Z5mchcRom5Y healingharvesthomestead.com/

[@mabelmbah5738]

I missed your videos, always great and detailed ìnformations.

[@ruthmunoz6735]

As always such a great video ♥️ Thanks Heidi ♥️♥️ Could you tincture fresh oregano and use it internally, or would that be to strong also as the essential oil?

[@HeidiVillegas]

You could absolutely tincture oregano and use it internally. It will be powerful, so do some research. I really love combining tinctures together for a synergistic effect, too. It won't be as strong as the essential oil at all, but will be stronger than a tea infusion.

[@ruthmunoz6735]

@@HeidiVillegas thank You ♥️

[@barbaralouise7918]

What variety of lavender do you grow for Harvesting and drying the flowers. I would love, love, LOVE to see a video of how you harvest and dry lavender flowers. In addition would you also list the variety names of thyme that are best for growing WITH the intention of harvesting the thyme for making herbal antibiotics. I have several varieties of thyme growing, such as lemon thyme and regular thyme. I am so new to this that it is hard for me to know where to look for iinformation.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Barbara! Thymus vulgaris----and all the hybrids are still helpful, although not quite as powerful as the main one. :-)

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

Thankyou for a great video, Heidi! 🙂👍Can you please put the link to the book, or just the book title and author in the notes, because it doesn't seem to be there. Thanks. ❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you, and here you go: Herbal Antibiotics by Stephen Harrod Buhner: amzn.to/45MIAMD (afflink)

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

@@HeidiVillegas Thankyou, Heidi! 🙂👍🌾🌷🦋📚

[@sacred406]

I so appreciate all the information you share. Do you have any suggestions for Lyme infection. I keep the homeopathic form of Ledum on hand. Have you any suggestions? Thank you for all your generous content.🙏

[@HeidiVillegas]

I have quite a few! But that's a course in and of itself. I suggest taking a look at Stephen Harrod Buhner's book on Lyme---it's excellent: amzn.to/4dkCyGK

[@sacred406]

@@HeidiVillegas Thank you. I'll do that. As a pensioner taking courses are rarely doable financially - I appreciate the book suggestion.

[@blanchewallace7620]

Heidi … will you please spell out the thyme essential oil best to use? Transcript shows something like “thymol hematite time all” … 😊

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Blanche! Wow--- I don't think the closed caption system picks up "sciency" words, LOL. It's Thyme chemotype Thymol (Thymus vulgaris ct. thymol)

[@lisamendez6502]

Hi Heidi! Would you suggest maybe blending any of these herbs to make a tincture?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Lisa! I can't remember the exact herbs I discussed here, as I'm answering this Q but yes, you can tincture most herbs.

[@lisamendez6502]

@@HeidiVillegas I guess I didn't ask that right. hehe I know about tincturing, but what I need to know is how to figure out what herbs can be blended together for the antibiotic tincture.... Or do you make them all separately as singles and decide what to blend at that point?

[@juliejefferson8197]

Thank you for this video, Heidi. I have been on pharmaceutical antibiotics twice in the last year now for terrible sinus infections. :(. I am determined to try the natural remedies first before resorting to pharmaceuticals again. I am interested in learning more about the kyolic garlic for hypertension, as this is something I am dealing with as well. I do not want to go on blood pressure pills if I can help it! Thank you!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Julie! Oh, boy....yes, Rx antibiotics can really mess up your body (speaking from decades of experience much earlier in my life). I use the kyolic garlic among other herbs daily. Here's a video you may enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqfZep6AZqeKnZY

[@lindalillico8144]

Is it possible to get transcripts of you video. Love them. I spend so much time trying type them out.

[@HeidiVillegas]

I think there's a way to get them here on KZbin? Try the three little dots you can find in near the video?

[@cgiandalia1]

What about nasturtium? I have been tincturing it for an antimicrobial. Is this a good one?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Nasturtiums are a great flower! I feel they're on the milder side for wellness, but definitely a good choice to have around!

[@harrietr9500]

❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you!

[@karenmacneil757]

Hi Heidi, I love your videos, and philosophies and you. I have been following you for a while now, and my question to you is about echinacea. I was "told" you should not use it for more than 3 weeks at a time. What are your thoughts, experiences with this herb. I have an extremely damaged spine and have been using your pain tincture for a while now. I have been able to get off of most of my pain meds now (still weening off others), so thank you very much. However, there is echinacea in it, so that concerns me a little. What are your thoughts, recommendations?

[@HeidiVillegas]

If you are using echinacea for immune boosting, and a "fuller" amount such as a half teaspoon or so 2-3 times a day, then yes, you should take a break every three weeks or so. If it's part of a blend in a much smaller amount and for a different reason than immune boosting, you can use it for a longer period. However, I do recommend taking a break form all herbs every few weeks, even if they're very safe, just so the body doesn't completely acclimate/habituate.

[@karenmacneil757]

@@HeidiVillegas thank you so much 💓

[@juditrimble2604]

I’m new to medicinal herbs and just found your channel. Thank you for all of the free downloads on your website! I’m availing myself of several. I was interested in the EO Autumn diffuser blend, but can’t seem to find it anywhere. Is it still available? (I found the Peace one. Thank you.). I also love that you’re Christian based!

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Judi! Thanks! Here's the Autumn diffuser one, and there are some really great blends with it: healingharvesthomestead.lpages.co/opt-in-fall-diffuser-blends-to-eo-reference-guide/

[@juditrimble2604]

@@HeidiVillegas Got it! Thank you.

[@Reality-50s]

❤

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thqnk you, Tracy!

[@gisela1074]

Topic idea…Would like to know how to treat animals. Herbs and tinctures for dogs with uti, ear infections, immune booster, digestion, skin irritations, wound care ect. Especially herbal antibiotics.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Great ideas! I'm getting ready to speak at a livestock summit, so I'll definitely add these in. I may put my talk in here?

[@gisela1074]

@@HeidiVillegas yes!!! Also dealing with coccidia and giardia.

[@LindaStephen-u5b]

Which herbs are best to treat laryngitis. No other symptoms

[@corrinaramsay4006]

I realized I made my oregano tincture with vodka and not oil. Will it still be okay to use? And do you use a full dropperful under tongue?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Absolutely! This is fine. You may need to dilute the tincture, depending on your preferences, though. Great job! :-)

[@aliciaspears7847]

Great video ! But I don't see a link to the book you mentioned.

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yikes! I'll add that to the description, Alicia, and here it is: amzn.to/3QJ2kN1 (afflink) Be sure to get the 2nd edition!

[@aliciaspears7847]

Ah, thank you so much !!! Btw,I was never notified of your reply. Suspicious, but I'll say no more 😉 Glad I came back to watch this one again. I'll be taking notes this time and I'm going to look for the book you recommended

[@ivetteramirez9159]

What is a double infusion?

[@HeidiVillegas]

A double infusion is when you infuse the liquid twice, both times with fresh herbal matter. Then there's a dual extraction, which means combining one preparation method with another for a final product. Both of these are fine for usnea, and most herbalists have a favorite. Both are effective, although I think the dual extraction method is probably best.

[@ivetteramirez9159]

@@HeidiVillegas Thank you so much! I was thinking my usnea tincture was very light colored. I’ll be sure to do it. 😃. I really appreciate your videos and teaching. I’m loving this!

[@lindastephen-seaver6345]

My oregano has gone to seed. Can I still harvest it to use in a tincture or oil or would it be better to trim and wait for it to grow back

[@HeidiVillegas]

You can still use it. The flavor will be different, but it will still be a good tincture.

[@gericordova3684]

Can you use these herbs as salves

[@HeidiVillegas]

Yes, you can--- Many of these herbs are helpful for skin infections. Be sure to do your research or get into a course! learn.healingharvesthomestead.com/

[@jenniferkier5696]

Do you dry your elderberries?

[@HeidiVillegas]

I actually preserve them in a number of ways: freezing, dehydrating, fresh tincture, in vinegar acetums, and fresh syrup. And jam! Which reminds me of preparations: herbal tea, tincture, oxymels, electuaries....there is SO much you can do with your elderberries!

[@Gogrannygo55]

What about oregano tincture taken internally?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Oregano tincture in small amounts should be fine...and quite helpful when just coming down with a cold, too. It's considered a "food" herb, so as long as it's a gentle extract like a tincture it's probably fine for most.

[@shelleymullaly9775]

How do you help with a sinus infection

[@HeidiVillegas]

We've got several protocols inside our student community! It depends on the stage it's in, the age of the person, and how it's presenting symptom-wise. In herbalism, we look at a number of factors because remedies aren't one-size-fits-all most of the time. Generally though....I handle most with a tincture of sage, goldenseal, red root, marshmallow; a saline spray that may include strong sage/thyme infusion; and then essential oils for inhalation that include 1,8-cineole, menthol, and camphor (again depending on the age of the person---these are too strong for children under 10).

[@rhondamiller4077]

What do you mean a double extraction? Can you explain how you do it

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Rhonda! I just made a "SHORT" about this! My first one! kzbin.infoy5wBKzgEOkc Let me know if you have more Q's! I'm happy to answer!

[@louannhuber2651]

Is Mexican elderberry medicinal ? (tree in NM)

[@HeidiVillegas]

You'll need the Latin name to do some research, but yes, most of the elderberries if not all do have medicinal properties. Some, however, are slightly more toxic if not prepared correctly, than others.

[@KathleenValdez-j5k]

Natural herbs for my kidneys I have stage three kidney disease

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Kathleen! This is definitely a medical question that is illegal for me to answer here: healingharvesthomestead.com/home/2024/6/4/why-herbalists-cannot-answer-requests-for-recommendations-for-medical-conditions-on-social-media With that said, many of my students begin learning herbalism to better manage their own health...becoming their own "first clients" so to speak, with support of community. One of my students was able to back up a stage and was able to avoid dialysis several years ago...... www.learn.healingharvesthomestead.com

[@brendaz9222]

What do we do to keep our dried herbs that are in jars viable? Do they need an oxygen absorber or anything?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Some people choose to use them, but honestly, if they're stored in a tightly closed jar in a cool, dry, dark area that's optimal. The fresher they are, the higher quality. Most aerial parts if dried properly will last a couple of years stored well.

[@rabecabegum9364]

iam a soap maker can you recommend me a good book for essential oils which will help ful for soap making and aromatherapy

[@HeidiVillegas]

Here's a video I did on this topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp3IhHyBjctgbqs

[@mama41141]

What do you suggest for vaginal bacterial infections? And is it safe to douch with some of these herbs?

[@HeidiVillegas]

First, let me say I'm not a doctor, and this is definitely not any kind of diagnosis, cure, treatment, or anything medical. These are informational comments only, and in no way are medical advice. Here are my thoughts, and without knowing all I would need to know: I personally would not douche with herbal teas, or with anything tbh, as the vagina is a beautifully made organ and self-cleans, but perhaps an herbal sitz bath with aromatic herbs may be helpful. Vaginal suppositories are another alternative, so do a lot of research and work with a skilled herbalist or aromatherapist trained clinically in your area for these, as this is considered internal use (do not try these on your own). You can also work with a drop of essential oil on a panty liner. The vapors help, and the essential oil is soaked in, so isn't in direct contact with the skin. I like tea tree....just a drop. BUT if it's very bad or if it smells, or if it's just not going away, or if it's very uncomfortable, please be sure to go see a doctor, and don't wait! **And I'll add to also support your immune system, and eat raw fermented foods for the probiotics in the case it's candida-or fungal related.

[@LouisaMahlong]

Please my sister she got the disease called leukemia how to treat her

[@HeidiVillegas]

Hi, Louisa---I am SO very sorry. This is 100% a medical condition that needs a doctor's oversight. You can see if you can find her an herbalist who will work with her and the doctor 1:1. If she doesn't have medical care, find a good naturopathic doctor (a real doctor) and an herbalist she can consult with. I am legally not allowed to give any kind of answer here.

[@TheMslizzygirl]

The author he passed away?

[@HeidiVillegas]

Sadly, yes, recently. He was brilliant in the herbalism world.

[@normherbert]

Thank you Heidi, that is awesome information 🙂

[@HeidiVillegas]

Thank you so much, Norm!!!🥰