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[@RainCountryHomestead]

This is my newest recipe and favorite for pain relief: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@trulylynn9941]

I have to tell you how much I appreciate you for always acknowledging everyone that comes here. Your videos are the best I have found anywhere on the internet!

[@deni9626]

Tincture is dry herb strength of 1:5, 1 herb, 5 alcholic or hydro-alcoholic...........An Extract is generally done with fresh herb if possible. Liquid Extract is 1:2 of dry or fresh. This is generally picking fresh, drying then process. 1 part herb 2 of your wine...Fresh Plant Fluid Extracts use the Freshly picked and are done by weight/volume 1:1. Extract purpose is to bring the Extract to as close to an actual plant as possible, in smell, taste, color... Excellent book is Naturopathic Handbook of Herbal Formulas. It will show you the other types of Extracts using US Pharmacopoeia Extracts which is concentrated using vacumn and heat extractions, there are several of those. If you can't find the book I could take photos of the pages showing differences. Extracts are also the ones you would mix different herbs and can use the oils you like...The Author? is Herbal Research Publications. It has a lot of info on compounding as well. I have a lot of herb books, this is by far the most concise and thorough giving the formula, and everything that goes with it, including uses and doses, complimentary compounds, cautions etc. I love how it gives emphasis on the importance of healthy plants, Nature, working with the Mind and body of plant to bring out the healing elements.

[@tammyhoushour8070]

Thank you Heidi ...I've recently really messed my back and ribs up and I'll be making your new formula..all I have is the valerian so if it wasn't for that I would get no sleep I get very little now as it is. You're the best thanks again ❤

[@venidamcdaniel1913]

This is the best video full of wonderful knowledge. I have to keep coming back to review. Wild lettuce is powerful but the sedative effects reduce its usefulness for daytime use. Doesn’t seem to have lingering drowsiness during the day if taken at night. Still waiting on My herbal patch to grow enough to make the pain tinctures. Excited to try. So want off opioids. I think my pain level contributes to my high blood pressure. Which may be normal natural reaction. You made me think about that differently.

[@carmalmyers5627]

What do you use for your beautiful skin

[@caprice6825]

Eliminating sugar helped reduce my joint, foot and knee pain

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Eliminating our thyroid medication almost 9 years ago got rid of my knee pain I was having and Patrick's shoulder pain

[@ozzyoz5210]

I noticed that when I eat dates in my oatmeal, the pain is worse.

[@klarag7059]

@@ozzyoz5210 oh no! Dates are a great alternative to sugar and sweeteners.

[@MisstyG]

Yes, too much sugar is quite inflammatory, especially where systemic yeast is an issue.

[@MisstyG]

4:52. Oh my! You have a dachshund/terrior cross! We have one too, a Doxi-Russell cross, a rescue! He's a mess, but he's come a long way, lol. I need to try the painkillers for our 13 year old female JRT! I've been wanting to help her out more (besides her Source Plus supp), but didn't want to use pharmaceuticals.

[@sharonstrauss1146]

Yes God is good all the time.

[@cherylfrady4602]

As many know, shingles can be very painful. I made a strong lemon balm tea and applied it directly on the sores 2-3 times daily, then drank the rest of the cup of tea. The shingles dried up faster and the pain was greatly reduced. It has been used for all herpes outbreaks including fever blisters, genital outbreaks and chicken pox. Hope this helps someone.

[@tbryant6237]

Shingles aka Monkeypox.

[@rosecroix2467]

@@tbryant6237 Not the same as shingles/chicken pox. Related to small pox. CDC and WHO have good info.

[@misssugacoco]

Recipe please 🙏🏾

[@Juicing369]

That's so fantastic! I almost always have lemon balm dried and in the garden. Its a great anti viral. I used high doses of C and lLysene to turn my outbreak around. One arm was covered and very painful. Even though my remedy started healing the sores immediately, it took almost 3 weeks for the pain to go away. Wish I'd known about lemon balm!

[@Juicing369]

@@misssugacoco Just add a lot of lemon balm to a tea pot (maybe half a cup to a cup), saturate w boiling water and strain. Use that tea on your arm and internally is what she seems to be saying.

[@watchandpray8918]

Critically important when you take turmeric is to combine it with black pepper and something with a lot of fat in it. These two things are a must for absorbing turmeric. I put whole milk and black pepper and the turmeric but also add cinnamon because the flavor for golden milk is very strong. It does work though. 👍

[@RainCountryHomestead]

It is not as important as you think to take with black pepper and/or fat, though yes, the piperine DOES help increase the uptake, there are many things that help, which is good because many people cannot take black pepper due to allergies or other health issues. I go over the many things that turmeric can be combined with to increase its bioavailability in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKrbmpKtgpurpdU

[@annieb8928]

I have been told of the recipe for golden milk by an Indian guru and it included a little almond oil which would increase your fat for absorption of the tumeric.

[@watchandpray8918]

@@annieb8928 I think you can use any type of natural oil like coconut or almond (as long as it isn't one of those than boosts inflammation) to catalyze absorption. I found combining it with milk to be fine but I quit using turmeric because when I had a CAT scan they told me there was a kidney stone although it's asymptomatic. It was measured 4 mm which is below what usually causes issues.

[@nancydrew1102]

We use Ghee it part of our Vedic.

[@nautilus5648]

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[@barbaraharris9166]

i just thank you so much, i got off all meds 4 years ago in sept, and i have finally got my thyroid under control and my pain so yea im so grateful and happy i did this for myself and stood my ground no doctors, and i have perfect blood pressure and weight is falling off yes im so happy i never gave up on natural and gods way thank you for your info, god bless you

[@elainetidwell1861]

How did you get off meds? High blood pressure and arthritis pain/ inflammation.

[@spiritwindvue8038]

Great video. Thanks. I’ve done so much better since eliminating fluoride, aluminum, sugar and sodium. I have incorporated Celtic sea salt or Himalayan pink sea salt. Having that a nurse who retired after 49 years of service I realize you cannot depend on the doctors or big Pharma for your health. Halfway into my nursing career I began studying God‘s natural healing❤

[@teakay_88]

I randomly started having sinus issues. The headaches were horrible. I went to my local health food store and he put peppermint oil directly on my skin. Not one of those fancy name brand oils. I have never an issue with direct contact (not using a carrier) and honestly it was my saving grace! Love that I can watch these videos and learn more! Thanks!!!

[@beckiwildeman600]

I don't have a lot of issues either unless a number of hot oils are made together or I use to much of the hot oil in the area.

[@joannmutschler9112]

Ive used eucalyptus eo that way. Anti inflamatory. Ill try peppermint too.

[@Carol-ch9wj]

My husband suffered mild headaches due to a heart medicine he was taking. Peppermint oil always alleviated his headaches. Always! It was a godsend. Happily he is no longer on the medication.

[@cynthiaraymond6822]

I wanted to share my experience with you. Thank you for sharing the recipe for the tumeric spice capsules. I did tweek the measurements a little but the same spices. I go through spurts of having migraine during the night and when I get up in the morning. The pain is horrible. I put 2 capsules of the tumeric capsules in a cup of coffee, and within minutes, the pain is gone. 😊 My mind is refreshed and it seems to help my RA autoimmune condition. Again. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@hookedonherbs3825]

I have so much pain with lupus and multiple autoimmune, the wild lettuce which I use as a triple tincture all winter, and eat raw all summer. It is my go too. I find the bitter is good for my digestion and my blood sugar when I eat raw. I also dry grind and use as capsules. By the way growing up my horse loved this stuff. And some of the herd would literally protect their patch.

[@doris8595]

Any suggestions where I can buy wild lettuce? I can’t find locally :( nor on Amazon

[@AAHomeGardening]

God is good all the time indeed

[@sheilazangrilli1710]

I like your common sense discussion about herbs. I have used herbs since I was 16. I'm also an RN. I encourage every one to try one herb at a time as we are all different . Example ; I once tried a commercial product that contained both turmeric and ginger in a concentrated form. Later when using the toilet I experienced awful burning from the ginger. 😜🤣. For about 24 hours I dreaded the bathroom. I laugh about it now but I should have been more cautious . Go slow! 👌

[@RSJ-Texas]

Totally agree Shelia. I always use myself as a guinea pig before giving anyone else herbal preparations. An always start off with small amounts as you said.

[@stardustxx278]

Yup try new herbs one at a time and a little at a time. But I would have never expected that from ginger wow I'm glad I don't have that problem because I use ginger almost every day🤗

[@valerieescabi6104]

Hi Heidi, God is good all the time. Hallelujah.💖💖💖

[@maryoesterborg9397]

Now in 2022 it is becoming more difficult to receive help with pain relief from doctors. I have heard of very difficult situations of where a patient is sent home from the hospital with only Tylenol. It is probably driven by the illegal drugs pouring in to our country and doctors don’t want to take risk. This forces each individual to search and research ways they can provide for self care. Saying all that to say thank you for reposting this 1 year video. I found it to be very informative.

[@valerieescabi6104]

Hi Heidi, God is good all the time. Amen.❤

[@jillmorjaria2924]

Also, Lavender oil is fantastic directly onto bites and stings, immediately stops itching and has the additional benefit of acting as a repellent so it's having a double benefit. Tea tree used directly onto toenails for fungus as it is a natural anti fungal, takes some months as toenails take a lot longer to grow out than fingernails but tea tree oil is so much cheaper than shop bought treatments. Thank you for sharing your wonderful knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural things that our planet offers.

[@ProudPatriot007]

Thank you so much for that Tea Tree Oil tip. I had back surgery and went to physical therapy at a big health center. I ended up getting a toe nail infection. I dropped a can of veggies on my bare foot and it kinda cracked the nail. I didn’t think anything about it and went on to therapy in the pool and then I’d sit in the hot tub after. I showered there but I always kept flip flops on. So, somehow, either the pool or the hot tub gave me an infection on my injured toe. It has been years now. I get it to clear up and it comes back. Especially if I paint my toenails. I’ll take the polish off in about two weeks and there will be a black spot. Right now they look perfectly fine but I know it will come back! It’s so annoying. I’m for sure gonna try your suggestion. That is one thing I haven’t tried. Thanks again!

[@faydenereed4056]

Bleach works use it 7 days gone toe fungus!

[@dberch643]

I love diffusing the frankincense in the morning during my "tea time with Jesus :-)

[@artsydaisy]

Prickly lettuce works great as a liniment. I made a liniment with 50% isopropyl alcohol and put it in a spray bottle. It is effective on my osteoarthritis and my plantar fasciitis pain. (I use other things for the inflammation aspects) But prickly lettuce is very good for an almost instant pain reliever. I only use it topically. So no worries with other herbs or meds interfering or my gut.

[@aliciamilam5636]

Thanks a million

[@doris8595]

I can’t find any of the wild lettuce/family, any where I could order online?

[@ArtsyDaisyBeth]

@@doris8595 I don’t know if you can buy it. I just picked it. It’s a weed that grows literally everywhere. Google it. Once you know what it looks like, you start to notice it along the road, in the yard, parking lot edges. Etc.

[@shehlanawaz]

today I watched your video for the first time it's remarkable love shehla Nawaz from Pakistan 🇵🇰😀

[@chris109]

I’m glad you brought up wild lettuce. The problem I faced was, which one? There are several types. And also, the white sap is supposed to be the most powerful part, but the wild lettuce I’ve found, had no sap, or very little. But, one thing that did help with pain in my neck & shoulder area, is peppermint oil. I was watching The Homegrown Gardener, Dr. Patrick Jones, & he recommended peppermint oil, either under your nose or at the back of your head, where your neck meets your head. That’s where I put it & it worked! My doctor wanted to give me injections in the area, & I didn’t want them, but the pain was getting so bad I almost said ok to him. Thank goodness for Dr. Jones! I think I’ll try it under my nose & see how that works. Thank you so much for this information! My goal is to do what you are doing.

[@artsydaisy]

I did a search for “identifying wild prickly lettuce” and found several videos that were great for identifying them. I believe there are two types and both work well. I also believe that what time in the life cycle you harvest will yield more or less sap. But you can just use the entire plant and make a tincture or liniment. Either one will make good medicine. I use a liniment that I made, topically for osteoarthritis… works GREAT!

[@reibersue4845]

I've been looking into it a lot. I'm having trouble with apps and Google lens in getting a good ID on plants I suspect are wild lettuce. In my research, it seems that they are using the common names interchangeably between different species of lettuce. If I'm correct, and the I fo on the internet seems incomplete so I am relying on books too, the species Lactuca Virosa is the one called wild lettuce or opium lettuce and is the one with the more potent sap. Strangely, there is very little I can find on the internet to positively ID this species. Lactuca Seriolla people also call wild lettuce but it really should be called prickley lettuce. There is a 3rd species called Lactuca Canadensis. Both Seriolla and Canadensis are less potent than Virosa. I'm eyeing 2 weeds growing in my garden to see how the flowers bloom because it helps me be 100%sure that it is what I suspect it to be. And to harvest you wait for it to start blooming because it has its full height and potency then. Hope this helps.

[@laurenelizabeth2592]

I've been away a while but I am now contemplating moving full time to a homestead and your videos are an essential treasure trove!!!

[@AntonioRodriguez-bd1sd]

Hi everyone.!! I’m new in prepping and this one of my top 5 channels that I get my info. Thank you for your dedication and time to make all this wonderful videos. God bless you all.!

[@RSJ-Texas]

I collect willow bark in the spring. I cut last years growth and the bark slips off quite easily usually. It works great in a tea I make for my mother in law who suffers from arthritis pain. Takes pain away in 20 to 30 minutes.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

How is the taste? I would assume a bark must taste better than a bitter herb

[@RSJ-Texas]

@@RainCountryHomestead it is somewhat bitter but with the spring sap flowing it sweetens it up some. The flowing sap also aids in the bark slipping off easily.

[@NansGlobalKitchen]

Would this be good for sciatic pain as well. I am having this sciatica and cannot walk properly because of it.

[@jalenejohnson8484]

@@NansGlobalKitchen piriformis syndrome and sciatica have identical symptoms. Many doctors don’t know it so never ask questions or perform a simple test to understand which one is actually happening. Sciatica is an issue of a bone structure, usually a vertebrae, impinging the sciatic nerve. Piriformis syndrome is where a muscle is impinging the sciatic nerve. Massage can help with the latter. How to get help…. Request physical therapy. They know muscles and will know about piriformis syndrome. 😉 Disclaimer: this is not a diagnosis. Just information I have in my noggin from when I was a massage therapist that might help a fellow human. It would be upsetting to be treated for sciatica when all along a bit of massage could have helped. 💜

[@love4christ505]

I suffer from migraine, do you have any information on this?Like so bad I get nausea and sick.

[@thistlemoon1]

I take turmeric capsules every day for inflammation and back pain.

[@guitarnotator]

Thank you I think God led me to this video.

[@eileenlester4342]

I take turmeric and black pepper capsules for neuropathy pain.

[@judymiller1530]

Does that work well for neuropathy? I suffer so much from it and really am looking towards herbal meds recently

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

That combination should definitely help with inflammation.

[@vogeltik]

I have Neropathy in my feet and legs. I'm taking CBD oil. Thanks for the tip. 😃 🙂 Its worth trying.

[@eileenlester4342]

@@vogeltik I have severe diabetic poly neuropathy. I was able to stop taking Tramadol by adding Acetylene L-Carnitine!

[@vogeltik]

@@eileenlester4342 I have neropathy from diabetes. I didnt know i had diabetes until I could not walk any further. The pain in my feet was unbearable. I now have my blood sugar under control but the Neropathy doesn't go away. I'll try that. Thank you 😊

[@linnetmbotto7212]

I think it’s divine help that brought this video in my recommendations. I woke up today morning with menstral cramps that were very painful, i took some pain meds it didn’t help . Hot water bottle didn’t help, I was in so much pain, I was feeling nauseous too. I listened to the first 8 minutes and went to make some Tumeric and ginger tea with alittle black pepper for absorption. I sat down to drink my tea and in less than 10minutes I feel relief. Oh My God, I am so thankful. Thank you so much.

[@carrierachel9041]

Hello, I saw your experience with extremely painful cramps and nausea and I just wanted to share with you that if it’s above normal pain levels and you’ve got other symptoms to ask a doctor about it. I suffered terribly for 20 years until it became debilitating. They said it’s endometriosis. I don’t want other women to suffer needlessly so just wanted to share with you. The Lord’s blessings to you.

[@otterzeal]

Magnesium helps also

[@katie7748]

Been there, done that. Ran all kinds of (unnecessary) tests. Couldn't find anything wrong. Also, some people just have crappy pain tolerance. If it's worse than usual, however, it could just be a bad month. Maybe there's a (completely harmless!) cyst that will be gone by the following month. Maybe something you ate lately is affecting you. Maybe you're just more tired/stressed than you normally are. It could be anything, it could be nothing. ​@carrierachel9041

[@mrs.creeksidemaples2866]

Another stellar video Heidi.. much appreciated my friend! I personally have used Lavender EO for the last 10 years with amazing results in pain relief; that being said, I initially used it for Allergies.. yes, allergies 🤧 and still do. Appreciate ALL you do for our betterment ✨ Blessings to you and yours.

[@suemagyari2992]

Arnica is also used by some plastic surgeons to keep bleeding to a minimum to keep scarring to a minimum Food for thought.

[@lorrainemagarian2677]

Hello Heidi! I've also discovered that disease comes from toxicity; so it's a good idea to detox. An inexpensive way is to soak in the tub with epsom salts, which is a form of magnesium. Upon doing some research, you can find other detox methods to do at home. Many blessings!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Here is my video on detox baths, teas and more: kzbin.info/www/bejne/envHfatsgth7jZY

[@sappysamurai5170]

Lorraine Magarian. You are right toxicity makes us sick. Have you tried Magnesium flakes? They are amazing for detox baths. They are a natural version of epsom and are a 100 times more powerful and effective. And you can add baking soda, Dead Sea salt and silica to the bath. You will come out feeling new. Blessings to you and everyone reading this!!

[@marivicvictoriano1370]

How many cups of water and epsom salts thanks

[@sappysamurai5170]

@@marivicvictoriano1370 for an average tub filled with warm water to the temperature that feels good about 2 cups of magnesium flakes. They sell it by the bag on amazon and at natural food stores. Magnesium flakes are natural and your body will absorb the magnesium well. Espom salt is chemical and you won’t absorb as much. Just make sure to take a good shower before your bath. Blessings to you

[@marivicvictoriano1370]

@@sappysamurai5170 thanks

[@kathleenhensley5951]

I am desperate to do something for my back pain.. thanks for this. I stopped gardening when my husband died. I really want to start again. Thanks so much. God bless you, too!

[@suem5987]

I didn't have ginger. But I had tumeric, clover Cinnamon. I kicked them heavily with coconut milk and honey. It did not take my headache away. But I did feel a difference and sharp pain in my neck was better. But not gone. I have a migraine roll on that has peppermint, rosemary lavender and marjoram oil. It helps my migraine a lot of I use it early enough. When it's really bad it does not work. But when it's coming on, it holds it off for a while. My friend has a headache not a migraine. I used it on his temples and it took his headache away with Ina couple minutes never to return.

[@darrell3368]

Thanks for sharing your shows and God is great all the time and we don’t deserve all the blessings we have but his grace for use is awesome PS Gods blessings for you and all your family and blessings

[@victoriahattemar1019]

I followed Old Alabama Gardeners crock pot recipe for Comfrey Salve. It absolutely, positively works for muscle, joint and skin pain. Not just my opinion but the opinion of 4 others I gave some to. Also, I have compressed L5/S1 vertebrae in my back. This salve takes out the pain when it flairs up. My husband back issues too.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

This is why I add dried comfrey leaves to my muscle and joint rub oil infusion these days along with arnica flowers and peppermint leaves

[@GoodTimesHomestead]

Wow! I've started a notebook for all your great information. Thanks!

[@moskowitzdaniel5693]

One herb that's heavily recommended for inflammation that you don't mention is Devil's Claw Root. Of course, that's an African Herb, but it's commonly available from Mountain Rose.

[@mothertwinkles4198]

Is it the same as Cat's Claw? I've been using Cat's Claw.

[@skyd.2084]

Yummm I dump turmeric, ginger and cayenne pepper 🌶 all over my food including 🥗 salads all the time!!!! I luv it!

[@harriettejensen479]

I have osteoarthritis, which is especially bad in my right knee and causes swelling and pain. I have been using a commercial arnica gel, which has worked really well and quickly, but since I use it everyday has become fairly expensive. I am ordering some arnica montana flowers to make an infused oil and am planning on growing the flowers in order to have my own source in the future.

[@QamruddinKhan-hf4dn]

Why don't you use homeopathic dilution? It is super effective plus cheap especially from Indian companies, i use Arnica Montana 30 2-3 drops, i use local Indian one from sbl company which cost 95 rupees (1 dollar 13 cents) it's super effective

[@jom6320]

This is so good as Drs hv wanted me on opiods for pain i cant bring myself to do it. M retired nurse enough said. Thank you so much

[@karenmurphy7338]

I have been on various ones for chronic pain and honestly they only take the edge off. I am trying to slowly wean off the last one currently taking. I wish I knew 15 years ago what I learned now. If you can avoid them you really should. It’s not fun trying to get off this crap but I did it before (really really slowly) and am determined to get off the last one and see what the different remedies here can do. Maybe a combo of tincture orally and a salve. Anything is better than what I am on now. Plus it’s all chemicals. Nature is God given to us for a reason 😉

[@lesleyharris525]

Hi,I've been using Arnica Montana for 32years,ever since my son was learning to walk, and still use it,works so well on bumps and bruises.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yep, it is great, I have used it combined with comfrey in a soak to help heal a broken toe a couple summers ago along with adding it to my muscle and joint rub

[@unsimkim2064]

God is good all the time! God bless you all the time!God loves us all the time! God is my Dr!!🦋❤🦋❤🦋❤

[@nikkitobin8356]

Thanks to you ... Ive made a LOT of tinctures I absolutely adore your channel

[@debbiefockler9890]

I use many different herbs for different maladies. I have been having muscle pain the last few days. Yes, Tylenol does work, but I decided to use the feverfew/catnip extract that I made this past summer. It works very well. I also use homeopathic arnica cream to my knees and lower back daily. Keep up the great work that you do. You teach us so much. I’m looking forward to planting season and planting the herb seeds that I bought from you. God bless.

[@wisewomanhealing]

Yes, I realize this video is over a year old but so what. Still good info. I have been experimenting lately with lemon and peppermint oils applied topically for joint pain. They are working well.

[@UnityTrails]

Great information :) thank you. God is good all the time.

[@changethematrix]

White Willow Bark totally works. I was in a lot of body pain from shoveling snow and I took 2 capsules of White Willow Bark and within 20 mins my pain was gone. I have a high tolerance to most things, so for this to work that good, I am a believer in White Willow bark for pain. Dragon's blood, Boswallia (Frankincense)and pretty much any tree resin works great for arthritis and digestion issues relating to parasites. Also, any kind of mint or hot peppers is good for pain since it gets your circulation going and adds warmth. Catnip is in the mint family. So I could understand how catnip is good for pain.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, I have since tried white willow and it works fine, I still prefer my homemade recipe, especially since I started adding valerian leaf and honey, Both of these took it over the top. the hone makes it easier to consume and the valerian leaves just adds more kick at knocking out pain and calming the nerves. Here is my updated recipe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@pinschrunner]

Frankincense actually increases cortisol significantly we have found upon saliva testing. So study whether that is what you want or not. Short term, increased cortisol can be an anti-inflammatory but long term, increased cortisol can lead to belly fat and reduced immunity.

[@reneespies4439]

What kinda saliva test did you use??

[@pinschrunner]

@@reneespies4439 I sell adrenal saliva test kits and many others. The adrenal one tests for cortisol 4x per day

[@jalenejohnson8484]

Prolonged increased cortisol also causes problems with memory loss which can often precursor cognitive impairment, dementia. There are ways to heal from prolonged increased cortisol but it’s been a long road. Thank you Heidi for your videos among many I’ve found on my journey 💜

[@pinschrunner]

@@jalenejohnson8484 prolonged increased cortisol usually results in adrenal fatigue, then exhaustion. If you were still in the stage of increased cortisol, you are blessed that it was caught in time because the exhausted.cortisol supply rarely can be depleted endogenously once exhausted.

[@jalenejohnson8484]

@@pinschrunner 🤷‍♀️ no idea about any of that. Years ago there was lots of stress. Stress kept coming. I didn’t really have help medically for it so there was nothing “caught.” After the fact my son years later is undergoing testing and I find myself waiting with a plethora of neuropsych books in the waiting from for a day and a half which is where I read what it increased cortisol does. Only then did things start clicking into place for why I was forgetful… why my memory started having so many holes. That was a couple decades ago. Since then I’ve been trying food as medicine to include powerhouses like lions mane. It’s been helping. I still struggle… the problem isn’t fixed… it’s helped though…. And I’m gonna take anything I can get! 😉

[@dvorahkane]

For muscle pain, sore throat or headaches at the base of the skull, make a White sage tincture and put it in a spray bottle. Spray on the muscle, in the throat or on the base of the neck when needed.

[@monagriggs6352]

Hey Heidi & thank you for making all these videos on homemade pain extracts🥰

[@basketballfan5763]

Echinacea(the flower head) is just SO PRETTY!! It seems to be weeping

[@jojow8416]

Great information. This past summer I learned that dried Solomon Seal root infusion is great at relieving pain due to their ability to lubricate tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints. The plants grows all over the shaded part of our property, so I dug up some roots, dried them and added them to your pain salve in your other video. It works really well, especially for joint pain.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Nice! I will have to remember that. Now I am trying to remember if that grows wild around here...will need to look it up!

[@carolmckinnon3679]

Poison ivy. Boil nettle leaves till juice is dark. Apply to rash to relieve itch and dry up rash!

[@juliaschreiber7819]

I love that you left the Frankenstein oops in the video. Natural is beautiful.

[@Sue-nr6ds]

Thank you. Wild lettuce is one of the most common "weeds" in my area here in California's central valley. I'm looking forward to trying it as well as your recipes for my rheumatoid and osteo arthritis. I'm new to all this stuff and your channel and I'm loving it!❤

[@alancarter4270]

Loved the video sis. I will talk to wify Anuhea about her some of her remmedies and share. I remember on the Oregon farm getting poison ivy pretty bad after relocating a wood pile. Grampa planted medicinal plant around the house, he he cut these branches off this bush or tree, scraped the bark and leaves and simmered them in a galvanized pot, then poured them into bath tub and had me wash in it. Took the itch out on contact, redness and welts gone by day 3. Wish I knew what it was, Ive wondered if it was some kind of willow.

[@seriousprepper9506]

Maybe it was jewel weed. That is what I infuse with witch hazel

[@daisymychan8611]

I heard that Jewelweed + comfrey + Plantain will work for poison and inset bites.

[@dvorahkane]

You can use jewel weed/touch-me-nots. They usually grow near poison ivy. You can cut a stem length wise and rub the juice on the skin, keep doing this every few hours. The itch stops right away, and if blisters develop, they should be gone in 3 days or so. You can also pick the stems and flowers and boil them in water. Let the water cool an put in a clean spray bottle and spray on the infected area every few hours for around 3 days.

[@debrabeghtol4332]

Thanks for leaving Frankenstein in 😅. Needed a smile.😊

[@sharonsalyer4912]

My husband has an autoimmune disease. I encapsulate 5 parts tumeric to 1 part black pepper. He uses it for pain relief. He's a larger guy and takes 5 at a time. Usually 10 a day but at times 15 as the weather changes effect his pain level. We have given capsules to others hurting and about 75% of the people were helped by it. We buy it in bulk through Azure Standard and I use 00 capsules. It is also helpful for this covid. He was only sick 4 days .

[@jalenejohnson8484]

I’m curious to know if there was a particular reason for choosing black pepper? Or was it just the first of many options you were trying?

[@jalenejohnson8484]

I’m curious to know if there was a particular reason for choosing black pepper? Or was it just the first of many options you were trying?

[@sharonsalyer4912]

Black pepper increases it's efficiency in controlling the inflammation. It works for a lot of people. It's also said that tumeric can reduce getting cancer. I don't think that can be proved but I do know it majorly helps with his pain and quite a few people I've given some to said it helped their pain levels too.

[@jeansroses7249]

@@jalenejohnson8484 I've read that the only way black pepper helps with absorption of turmeric is that the pepper irritates and creates fissures in the stomach lining, such that the turmeric gets absorbed thru the fissures or cracks. Doesn't sound good to me. I use fermented turmeric instead

[@lizinawe]

i use black pepper and clove essential oil daily on the very sore parts. i also make turmeric paste with added black pepper and do better.. your video is wonderful..thank.

[@jessidutton3441]

Just had to thank you for pronouncing HERB correctly. Ever since Martha Stewart pronounced it as herb (like Herbert) everyone mocked her. Arggh!

[@katie7748]

Wait til you hear how Brits say it lol

[@SkateRock7]

We mainly cook Tamarac making chicken curry with coconut milk and garlic and vegetables. I've never thought to add it to Mac and cheese.

[@debravogt7139]

I use vitamin C, regular vitamin, colleges, and Echinacea. I haven't been sick since we 2006. I have peppermint this year. The Calendum, and Echinacea are probably not going to make it. It rained so much here that so much drowned. I have to use containers. Thank you! I am changing things next year! Thank you for your help!

[@tamarabrown3817]

I just came across your page to day. I love it!

[@mariagibson6299]

I just recieved my copy and Im really excited to try the wild lettuce tincture for my arthritis and fibromyalgia

[@lindakean7392]

Heidi, When I first got into essential oils I found there was so much contradiction between companies and safe vs non safe internally etc etc. It wasn’t until after my daughter had an adverse reaction to me diffusing in her bedroom for a bad cold that I found out that EOs need to be in their purest form and distilled properly. I had purchased a synthetic brand that was actually burning her throat! Talk about feeling like a horrible mom! I learned a lot from Dr Josh Axe and ended up getting mine thru him even tho they were more expensive… great video btw!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, there are cheap synthetic ones out there but just because an oil is not expensive like the two big Multi Level Marketing brands does not mean they are not pure. I use only NOW because they are not only pure, and have been around a long time, because they are a large but family own business in the US, they can source herbs in higher quantities in order to keep the cost down. This is why their oils are not as expensive as other brands while still being high quality. I tried one of those highly expensive brands, Young Living, and was not at all impressed. I had been using NOW for years by that point and side by side comparison, they were not any stronger than NOW and some I did not even like as much

[@user-22-]

I *only* use Rocky Mt. Oils. They’re pure, true but pricier. You get what you pay for, & Young Living is totally a MLM co. & *not* pure. Do not believe the hype it’s like a cult to me.. weird.

[@karenwalls1057]

I Luv Dr.Josh Axe he is very informative I have not yet bought my EOs from him yet I used to use all young living😅 and I have switched to Revive I do still use yl but I definitely want the 100%seed to seal.Ty and God Bless everyone who helps us with all these homemade remedies. I have helped so many of my family and friends with my pain creams , roll on immunity boost etc.I even helped my Aunts friend who had cancer and shingles he told me the pain cream I made him helped him 80% he said he had not felt that good in a very long time. So I get all my info just as Heidi says from books add this add that type of thing.❤🙏

[@Cindyrose57]

Funny wild lettuce story. I enjoy making green smoothies in the morning and thinking it was dandelion I would put a huge handful in every morning into the blender with fruit. I was wondering why I was so sleepy during the day until I looked it up. My partner uses it for pain relief for chronic back issues but I do believe you can take too much of it.

[@KKing55]

I have found that being vitm D deficiant, Mega doseing helps my lower back pain by loads and loads.

[@navip1927]

I live with severe chronic pain daily myself, it's worst in my back. Two natural remedies that work well for me are kratom and devil's claw. Wild lettuce is also in my pain arsenal too lol I have so many herbs that I cap myself in liwder form

[@artsydaisy]

OMG I’m chucking!! But I’ve had a lot of success with a liniment I made with it… I didn’t want to take it orally… so the liniment is great! I spray it on my ankles and knees for osteoarthritis pain.

[@Maranatha_Homestead]

LOL, you are so cute! “Frankenstein” is my FAVORITE oil ever!! I appreciate your knowledge. Thank you!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Who knew the reanimated dead would make such a great oil! ha

[@lubasulpovar5081]

Thanks for immediate response my Run Country great Lady💖

[@tennesseegirl1215]

This is wonderful information, I have tried several different means of herbal pain treatment. Winters are the worst for me, it's very good to have several different ones so you can change them up. This April I will be two years delivered from chemical pain meds, I owe you for helping me overcome, it's been a blessing, thank you sweet friend for all you do, blessings ❤️

[@RainCountryHomestead]

That is so wonderful! Thank you for sharing that! One thing that just occurred to me is that it is possible that also by having a few different means, it will keep them working most effectively when you can change them up. I know that is true for things like ibuprofen, not sure if it applies to natural pain relief, but it is possible

[@andylarue7832]

When quality of life is gone from pain , investigate Poke : berry, leaf sallet, root tincture. Take your life back. 1 whole berry reduces my pain and agony by 80-90% in conjunction with mullein; no pills non addictive, no high. Pain level went from 8-9 to mostly 2-0.My chronic pain issues including: back, spine, neck, shoulder, scapula, thoracic outlet, sciatica, neck fused, knee partial replacement. I am making poke root tincture now. After 9 years, I can lay on my left shoulder again.

[@dvorahkane]

For sciatica pain, what helped me most was fresh Mullein flowers and leaves, half and half (about 2oz of each). I put them in a pan with just under a quart of of cold water, put it on the fire without a lid until it just started to boil, then immediately turned the fire down to simmer (no boiling whatsoever) and covered with a lid. I let it simmer for 15 minutes or so. Strained and pressed the juice out of the herbs and put the strained juice into a clean pan. Put back on the fire again, uncovered, and let it softly simmer (NO boiling), just let it evaporate at low heat until you have about a pint left in the pan. Take off the heat. I take a tablespoon or two several times a day (3-7) times a day when I need. It can make you a bit drowsy, so I wouldn't drive while taking it. I just put the juice in a mason jar, tightly covered and put in the fridge. I usually will use that in 2- 3 days. You can make it last longer by putting 4oz or so of glycerin while the juice is still hot. But I find that way to sweet and prefer it straight.

[@stardustxx278]

I made a glycerite with fresh leaves and there is something about the Mullein that gives glycerin an even more sweet taste than usual but I take it daily for some pretty bad nerve pain.

[@dvorahkane]

@@stardustxx278 Yes! I did that initially with the fresh leaves and flowers. I made 3 liters of it. But it was so hard to get down because it was sooooooo sweet. But it does work! I just prefer making smaller batches as tea now when I need it because it is not sweet. The syrup is great for the times when the flowers and leaf aren't available fresh. I'm glad you get relief from it. Feel well!

[@leisaparke580]

Back in the day tincture of Arnica was used as a sports medicine.

[@kleineroteHex]

Use it frequently as cream, great stuff!

[@antirnebaggett5536]

Hey - just thought I'd share this for whoever it might help. "Mulberry Leaf Tea." Mulberry leaves are actually antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, etc. It's chocked full of nutrients as well, so if a person is having malabsorption issues, I can testify it perks me up. I pick the leaves myself, wash them, dry them out - then use about 4 - 5 leaves [quarter-sized to 3" sized leaves only!] at a time (steep in 20 oz hot water for 10 - 15 minutes) I have used the tea for the following reasons over the years (all of which has worked): PAIN. INFLAMMATION. (even for my surgery). Cracked skull w/ concussion (I'm not kidding: inflammation was DOWN with this - but when I stopped taking it to see if it was "really helping or not" - I ended up in the ER not able to remember my own name because the swelling came back so bad. So yea, it was working - til I stopped too early. LOL It helps immensely with my personal candida overgrowth as well as keeping my intestinal bacteria from getting out of hand. Yes, I have medical issues: this has kept my doctor's bills down since none of the specialists could actually help. Anyway, if this helps anyone else: I'm happy to share the info. **DISCLAIMER **Always consult your doctor first - I'm not a professional and am not responsible for what anyone else chooses to put in their own bodies. Use common sense.**

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Many berry and grape leaves are full of wonderful benefits, not just the mulberry but also blackberry, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry and more.

[@happyjoy77edgin73]

New subscriber here, you are awesome and so helpful and I appreciate everything you do for all of us, especially those who don't have the money to buy medicine, I am currently studying natural herbs and meds in an online college course and I find it fascinating and I'm using what you are teaching me as I watch your videos daily about different ways to implement this in my own life and to help with my studies so thank you so much and praise God for sending you my way.

[@greenrage2484]

Thanks for the video Heidi. Good as always.. Any good herbalist likes to keep trying to find the perfect blend.. So we become an alchemist. And always with improving in mind. My favorite topical pain reliever is St. John's Wort. It has been mostly thought of as a basic mood disorder remedy... however it is my favorite as a topical application for pain in the form of infused oil. In fact for me, it is really amazingly effective. I also will do a blend of infused St. John's Wort oil and infused comfrey oil to make a salve out of. In addition I will often use topically Magnesium oil with what ever EO I desire use of.. Chamomile, or peppermint, or lavender. It is so nice to have our pick of whatever we decided to work up when the bounty was there for the pickin during the summer.

[@lindakline3618]

Lavender essential oil really helped my shingles, gone in 2 days.

[@nancyn.226]

So much great information! Ive added white willow capsules to my daily regimen (still taking ibuprofen) as well as hops tincture. I've found a reduction in overall pain. Next will start weaning off ibuprofen but will increase hops. Love your channel snd so appreciate the depth of knowledge you share ❤

[@lynnemason2908]

Haha!! Frankenstein!! Great video. Thank you for the great information!

[@KeithVann-cx7il]

Control your breathing Control your state You're power will flow off you like the mist Cells will breath fresh life force reset

[@brandyschmidt272]

1/8 tsp Turmeric,1 tsp astragalus, 1/4 tsp ginger ,1/8 tsp black pepper,1tsp mint . Helps relieve nerve pain

[@chrishensley33]

I use wild lettuce it works great for pain. My wife uses it for migraines. The way I use it is as a tincture.

[@gracecallowayable]

Your hair is beautiful!!!🐝

[@shelleymitchell7912]

i stop eating and waterfast i cured a slipped disc at christmas in 4 days with waterfasting not a single toxic painkiller

[@rexcarebear4701]

Not eating cured a slipped disc??? What did the waterfast do? Float it back into place? Come on

[@ralphcurry7002]

@@rexcarebear4701 that’s exactly what happened Fasting really does heal but if you don’t know then you’d respond exactly as you did!!! Try it before you knock it!!! P.s. Ignorance is a crying SHAME

[@brendahughes3277]

@@ralphcurry7002 I just finished a 40-day fast from food, and even though I was hypoglycemic before the fast, I actually became stronger during it! I no longer felt the pains of fibromyalgia, nor the chronic fatigue. I strongly urge everyone that considers fasting this way, to NOT do it unless God has led you to do so. But when He does, He will also strengthen you to see it through.

[@marciawilliams8680]

@@ralphcurry7002I wouldn’t waste my precious time with ignorant people who speak on things that they don’t know. Fasting can cure any diseases, and ailments.

[@debrajones7349]

Once again THANK YOU for all the great information!

[@jantellfowler5883]

I use Organic raw honey, lemon juice and the peels, ginger and cinnamon and mix those together as a tonic and take a few teaspoons for colds, it works great.

[@yahannahemion3079]

Valerian root tea is so strong my husband and I call it roofie tea, knocks us out everytime lol Thank you again ❤️

[@RainCountryHomestead]

When I make a tea, I use the leaves or flowers, they are less potent and better tasting

[@yahannahemion3079]

@@RainCountryHomestead that's good to know and I bet it smells better. The one we had smelled like old gym socks

[@traceyparker-broady7619]

I would love to shop in your garden, love your videos. Thank You

[@grsartofworship4352]

I made your muscle and pain rub. It is so great. It works very well with my back issues.

[@girlywhirly4971]

I love your Frankenstein mistake! It made me laugh so much and laughter is great medicine! My granddaughter is always trying to make me laugh. Your video's r always so very informative! Thank u for sharing your knowledge and experiments! I know u r blessing many many people with your video's! U bless me for sure!!! I appreciate u more then words can say. :0)

[@raysmith618]

This is Katherine. My phone is broke. Love love love this. Enjoyed the Frankenstein comment! Lol.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I normally edit out such goofs but thought it would be fun to leave that one, haha

[@raysmith618]

I made your oil rub for muscles. We love it! It works.

[@ms.docileone]

an issue i've had is an allergic reaction to something i had previously not known was a concern. i was just starting to learn about herbs to help me with some health concerns. i had read in several spots that hops were good for women's health around menses so i tried it - i had in the past drank beer without reaction, but when i took straight hops i figured out i was allergic to hops and afterward had reactions to drinking beer. i have found a few things i've become allergic or sensitive to as i age. i advise trying small amounts at first and then if there is no reaction (except what is hoped for!) then continue.

[@vogeltik]

Fresh ginger cut thin put between the gums and inside lip stops a gum infection. I have done this overnight. It helps.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Ginger is so wonderful, I have finally been able to get my hands on fresh organic ginger lately and have been using it a LOT. Just as a plain tea it is so good and very helpful for many things

[@vogeltik]

@@RainCountryHomestead Isn't it just the best! It helps get rid of water retention too. Just don't drink a cup of fresh ginger tea before bed..you will have to get up more than once. 😆

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I always drink it before bed and have not had an issue needing to get up more than once.

[@donuthater]

Always mention that Tumeric thins the blood. Great video

[@ckay8213]

I make a tea with Arnica, Calendula and wild lettuce and it works good for me.

[@carmel-wayfinder5401]

God is good 4 share! Thanks for sharing💛

[@pinschrunner]

Arnica can DEFINITELY be used internally as an anti_inflammatory. Most homeopathic remedies offer it for swelling and arthritis @Rain Country

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thanks. I will look into it more but from what I read it is not to be taken internally

[@pinschrunner]

@@RainCountryHomestead I have used it all my life and you will find a plethora of sublingual troches and pills and tinctures of homeopathic arnica for internal use

[@michellefleury7849]

These capsules become very useful when we are travelling!

[@lawavesdiy9716]

i HAVE TRIED WILD LETTUCE AS A TEA. IT WAS GREAT FOR MY ARTHITIS AND JOINT PAIN.

[@jodifike826]

It would be very beneficial if you wrote the recipe down and published it as a paper book for when grid down life becomes a reality for all of us. I would buy it.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Please see this video with the updated recipe AND the written recipe link where you can get it for free: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@StringfieldRidgeFarm]

We have Amy Fewell's book and The Lost Ways. Great books Great video! Thanks for the ideas! We use wild lettuce a lot. I also do the golden milk. The wild lettuce works great but makes me really sleepy so I only use it before bed when I am in a lot of pain.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Hi Teresa! Hope you are doing well! Thank you for the input :D

[@StringfieldRidgeFarm]

@@RainCountryHomestead - Doing good! Haven't been commenting a lot because I let videos play while I work and usually don't stop to comment. I am still your biggest fan though!!!

[@jillmorjaria2924]

I have used Lavender oil directly on skin for over thirty years. Used on my children for bumps, scratches etc. Also used lavender directly on burns/blisters and it's amazing healing property heals without scarring, lavenders healing powers on burns was founded many, many years ago. My boys always used to say "yeah mum we know "lavender oil".

[@RainCountryHomestead]

My youngest grandbaby has very sensitive skin so we have to take care with him. He had a 24 hour stomach bug that burned his bottom pretty bad eve n with frequent changing and cleaning him up well so I made a mixture of coconut and lavender oil and that not only did it soothe, it healed it right up

[@user-22-]

..Frankenstein! 🤣 I laughed so hard because of how many times I’ve said that! I’m loving all your videos & just began my infusing ventures. Thanks for all your help! 💁🏻‍♀️

[@fizer718]

I am a huge berberine fan. I think extract is made in honey tincture in alcohol if I remember right