Pain and Anti-Inflammatory Tincture DIY

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[@brianxochitl8560]

I love plants I’m only 14 and I decided to make medicine with herbs 🌿 and I still study and do my research as well I decided doing this because my grandma does these things as well so yeah I just Love ❤️ doing things like this NICE VIDEO keep up the good work god bless you ✝️ as well you are one of my biggest role models too take care

[@RainCountryHomestead]

How kind of you to say Brian, thank you so much! Very cool you are getting into herbs now!

[@greenfairy4894]

Good for you! I hope you are still at it since this was 3 years ago. I’m new here. I also gained my love for herbs from my grandmother. Through God we have been provided everything we need on earth.

[@primesspct2]

I hope watching this 4 years later you are still interested! What we need are young people to go into the sciences and prove that these things work, and how they work to help the most people! Although Whatever God calls you too, that is what a person should do!

[@xbrandi12345x]

I don't know you but I am proud of you for being 14 and having cool hobbies like that where you can learn. No matter what happens in your life always keep your hobbies and always keep learning. All the best to you and your future, I think it's going to be a bright one.

[@MidwestGirl]

Girl, I DO have a framed piece of paper on Naturopathy (including Herbs, Nutrition, etc.) and I still learn a lot from you!

[@hoover3433]

Could you take a picture of that and send it to me?

[@gracildabart]

Please send it to me?

[@SaturdaySoul]

​@@hoover3433she meant a degree

[@valeriekaye3354]

Keep going, Girlie! There are a number of great herbalists in this country and in Canada who offer programs of study that will help you gain your goals.

[@millermdiehl]

I remember watching this 5 years ago and now I’m just starting to grow these plants. Love going back to these videos for refreshers.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have long since come out with a better recipe and even typed it up for people: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@senseijuan3230]

Mint leaves, lemon balm and tumeric are also great for pain. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@timdibble6077]

Add black pepper to this so the the turmeric will get absorbed in your system

[@monicapark5594]

⬆️Sensei Juan, in a tincture???

[@senseijuan3230]

@@monicapark5594 yes or oils

[@monicapark5594]

Thank you Sensei👍🏼😊

[@ashleycopeland3163]

What kind of mint? Peppermint?

[@bmr8672]

Thank you for the video and the formula. My wife has fibromyalgia and for her migraines she has been using feverfew for years. It works. The bitterness is through the roof. Not quite as bitter as elecampane. To offset the bitterness we add lemon and honey. It gives a pleasantly bitter flavor. Not. We have found that boneset and prickly ash are good for general body pain. You can take it internally and/or apply to the skin where the pain resides. Most of the time you will get quick results at pain relief. I used to have a pound of echanacea root and the root was just kind of chopped up at bit. Not a powder. I used to enjoy chewing on the root. I notice a pleasant numbing whenever I chewed it. I'm glad to see you added it to this tincture. Thanks a ton for your time and sharing this knowledge with us.

[@maryhighfill7938]

I am going to make my first tincture and have watched a few videos from from different people. I always come back to your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I really appreciate your time and effort.

[@SaturdaySoul]

You are quickly becoming my personal guru. Been binge watching your videos for days now. So much incredible info. Thank you so much!

[@greenrage2484]

Thanks Heidi.. You know they weren't called bitters for nothing. Medicine isn't supposed to taste good...but it sure makes it easier to go down. Linden flowers, Boswellia, and Bromelain are great natural pain relievers, tho I know you don't grow those...And St Johns Wort flowers infused in oil, are great for external pain. We have many options. It is fantastic that you grow your own. This is a fun video.. :)

[@gloriabailey6170]

Mary poppins was right a spoon full of sugar mskes yhe medicine go down but that’s long before we learned how bad sugar is for us do I totally understand adding a clove or cinnamon yo my jars as my grand mother did back in her day makes sense to me know

[@gloriabailey6170]

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[@chiomascharm4596]

I can't even express how awesome your videos are. Thank you for sharing what you have learned and your experiences 💜

[@LivingTraditionsHomestead]

Loved this video. Very informative. I'm going to look back at your other tincture recipes. They sound perfect for our home remedy medicine cabinet!

[@carmencruz4132]

Id like to know why no one talks about the moringa tree. I testify that it really works to take away inflammation, helps people lose weight and great for brain function. I own about 5 moringa trees so far and just 1 cup of the leaves gives me mental energy as well as physical energy and relieves knee pain due to arthritis

[@carmencruz4132]

I also air dry the leaves for one week and store them to make moringa with honey and ginger.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Not everyone can grow moringa, some of us have tried many times so for regular use, it would not be something that would have readily or even think to do a video on, however, I DO happen to have a video on the benefits of Moringa that can be found right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3WlhouXn9KqqMk

[@lbsmith83]

Thank you so much for this. I have a lot of auto immune diseases and get so tired of taking medication.

[@lynnb7511]

Thanks so much, I purchased the seeds from you, and now have them planted! Can't wait to make this, Hugs,

[@RainCountryHomestead]

O good! I do hope they work well for you and please let me know how they do. I have had others saying they are doing good for them and that was wonderful to know. :)

[@isagt57]

For me it is more complicated because I have to translate to Portuguese and I discovered that, here, the same plant can have several names but the scientific classification is the same. I was very grateful to know if inside your jars you mix leaves and flowers or if it is only leaves or only flowers. feverfew- leaves, flowers or both catnip- leaves, flowers or both echinacea - leaves, flowers or both marshmallow -leaves, flowers or both and, I also wanted to ask you if with the dehydrated yarrow if you mix in the jar leaves and flowers. I do not have a garden but we still have some stores specialized in dehydrated medicinal plants and then... I can do the mix :) (40 years ago there were many stores, now they are much less because, unfortunately, people prefer pharmacies with chemicals). Anyway, I appreciate your kindness to share with us your own experience with the herbs. I love plants and although I live in a city, on a 3rd floor without a balcony, but since I have a big window, I have plenty of pots (10 large ones) ... with oregano, a small laurel tree, a mini-lemon tree , and I even managed to have cherry tomatoes and mini peppers, (parsley/carrots/asparagus and leeks, these 4 love the window), 1 cabbage, lettuce, basil, and this year I am experimenting a raspberry and a mulberry (at least the trunks did not die and already have leaves). I'm lucky because the window (not 1 window but 4 in a row) catches sunshine in the morning until the end of the day (it can be open or closed if it is too cold) but strangely, I already tried several times, mint do not like this interior garden, and for 7 years I've been trying to see which ones like and which ones do not like... my "window garden" ;) Plants need sun, water, food, love... and God do the rest. The quantity does not interest me, just looking at the plants and being able to touch the earth is the best medicine to give me inner peace. As the sun in winter is lower, it is when my plants are better and in winter it is when I like more to see something green growing :)

[@MyPammer]

Great video! Hubs has had a constant battle with a tooth/ear/sinus infection. We've barely held it at bay with grapefruit seed oil (put in capsules because that stuff is sooo bitter). I can't wait for him to try this. You cook a lot like me. When I was teaching my boys and my niece to cook I told them, "Recipes are more like guidelines...I rarely follow them." 😄

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Here is the more recent video I did on natural antibiotics: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH6spn2YZZuDmbc and the more recent one I did on natural pain relief: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU

[@maebarlow]

just found your channel! i’m so excited to get into all of this, i actually went to an herb class a few days ago and learned so much! i’m looking for a more natural way to help with my period cramps and bad pms as well as the 3 day migraine that comes along with it. i feel that taking major doses of ibuprofen and tylenol just to get a little relief isn’t the right thing lol

[@Eye2Sky4U]

GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME ❤ YESSSSSS

[@joleepack6512]

My grandma had a patch of feverfew...wish I would have started some of it! My grandfather swore my catnip

[@TheTurtleTribalNation]

Good to know I need to go back and look at the books your recommend. I prefer books and don’t have any . I prefer you too your the best

[@mariojackson4773]

You’re a God-send.❤

[@sherrilowe8385]

So glad I happened upon your channel!

[@c.5315]

This is my new favorite KZbin channel. Thank you for teaching us!!!!!!

[@susansmith1377]

Enjoyed your video. That is one thing that I really need. You are a great teacher . I hope you and your hubby have a wonderful day.🍀

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you Susan!

[@bartsimpson4122]

Thank you dearly

[@KenziBabenzi]

I love that you began the video with GOD IS GOOD...ALL THE TIME..I just watched a video and I was so disappointed that when I research tinctures...most of the videos are about CBD OR THC. I just want Godly, wholesome content so I love listening to you and I'll definitely stick around!!!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, there is so much push for cannabis related things. While I believe in its medicinal properties, there are so many other herbs people can focus on that have just as many healing properties

[@tamarabutterworth8300]

Heidi, I truly enjoy your videos. I wish I knew even a 10th of what you know. Have you ever thought about making a book on the recipes for these medicines? I'm sure it would be sold out in a day. Prayers lifted up for you and Mr. Rain.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Hello Tamara and thank you. I am considering putting a general book together once time allows that will have all kinds of different types of recipes and how tos :)

[@alfonsoandrade6767]

Thank you so much for your generosity and great knowledge.

[@coyotech55]

I don't strain my tinctures until they get so low that I can't get the liquid out without getting a lot of leaves. I figure it makes it stronger, leaving the plants in there as long as possible. I mostly use tinctures. I might start with teas to test a mix, and if it's good, I make it into a tincture. Tinctures work well topically too, except of course they're runny and you have to rub it on fast or it'll run off. Sometimes I'll also make a salve. Sometimes I make one herb tinctures so that I can take it as a single herb, or combine with some other tinctures of herbs that I use a lot, and not have to wait for it.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Mine often sit for several months before I get to them so they are certainly as extracted as they can be. There is only so much that can be extracted no matter how long it is left but I agree that leaving it as long as possible is good just to make sure one is getting all they can :)

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

I am watching this video from bed with a bad back. I wish I had some of this now! Thank you for sharing. I need to add to my herb garden and stop letting the cats eat all the catnip :)

[@ChronicPainInTheAss]

I feel for you and wish you only the best. I've been in bed for 2 years. Hit by an 18 wheeler fractured spine and no doctors who will Rx the only thing that helped, long acting opioid meds. I hope people understand this is state sponsored eugenics.

[@mhforney8727]

@J.Adams seems I'm reading your comment from 3yrs ago. I hope that you have found total relief from your pain and living a better quality of life now. I wouldnt mind knowing if any herbal meds helped. Mom has chronic pain but hates relying on Rx opiates✨️ ❤️

[@lindaspade1540]

Thanks for sharing. I can't wait to get my own herbs planted next spring!!

[@kimmurphy6864]

Some of the herbal values are only extracted with water so it’s good to use vodka and water in your tinctures.

[@KeyClavis]

Tinctures are easy to make into syrups. Sometimes the syrups are easier to take... like with my plantain syrup for my asthma. If I use fresh herb, then I just make the syrup from a very strong decoction (1lb brown sugar added to ~1 cup of plantain decoction), but if I'm making it from a tincture, then adding a quarter again as much sugar makes it good... but it may take a few days to fully incorporate the sugar.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yep, I have made a tincture into a syrup before but it is not something I commonly do.

[@Themrsmartinez1]

Great video thank you for the information for kids. My daughter is 9 and her and I both get migraines so I’m looking to start making something to hopefully use in place of Tylenol when we get them.

[@Namasix]

Do you have an update for us? Has the tincture been effective?

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Thank you .

[@avonleanne]

making some, thanks heidi!! super helpful! I need to grow these...i had catnip but i think all the neighborhood kitties rolled around in it and killed it, lol! love feverfew because it looks like daisies, which are my fav flower!!! it will be fun to have it next year...hopefully my echinacea will come back next year, they sure were pretty =) Im going to grow only things that are multi useful from now on....gonna go find more vids on tinctures and extracts now =)

[@joleepack6512]

Tried to grow echinacea...crittters mowed it off every time! It never stood a chance!

[@vitahealth.2372]

My Grand mother use to soak Garlic in alcohol (Rum) for whenever we have belly pain. #Worms.

[@mariojackson4773]

Thank you 🙏

[@mariojackson4773]

You’re welcome

[@noahgilbert8630]

Great information thank you

[@IndianaBackyardGardener]

thanks for sharing the harvest! I grew them lemon cukes last year, wasn't impressed. Not growing them again...like you said one thing to have and another to use!

[@mizzkathryn7]

I just found this hopefully I have the stuff to make it! Thank you so much.

[@greenhousefun3235]

I love love love videos. Thanks. i also love rosemary's videos and book. God is Good. Bless you

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you! :D

[@rhondawelker6742]

Thanks Heidi. Enjoyable and informative as always. 😃

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you Rhonda!

[@alexandriabalster4060]

Thank you so much for your awesome videos!! You do a great job Woman😆😁💫

[@gloriabailey6170]

You are amazing you’ve opened up my eyes wide on making my medical pantry up to date and useful keep up this list art please I’m even teaching my doctor to stop percirbing pills I won’t take too many dude effects I just came home from surgery yesterday and implemented some of my own pantry which works plus I have double checked first thst this way of life is not interfering with pharma pills done herbs could cause a side effect you don’t want

[@allinforjesus]

you look very healthy, oh! and your pretty too☺

[@lq5792]

Thank you. ❤

[@whitevaultgirl]

Thank you!

[@TheQueendom-Au]

Thank you, for your videos! You have been an immense help to me.😁

[@ML..]

All tinctures are extracts but not all extracts are tinctures? Oh no! I just ordered a bunch of extracts thinking they were tinctures. I’m new! I’m confused! Help please. What do o do with the extracts? By the way, I love your channel. I’m a new & excited sub.♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️

[@RainCountryHomestead]

It really does not matter, as long as they are a good extract, it does not matter if it is specifically a tincture. The phrase is virtually interchangeable. Please see this much newer video I did on extracts: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWGZhIaDrbiAg80

[@ML..]

@@RainCountryHomestead .... thank you for responding. I will check out the vid you pinned.♥️🙏🏻♥️

[@ML..]

I just got some herbs to make this. Ummm my marshmallow is white. Did I get the marshmallow root? If so, can I use it? I need to go back Friday to get the feverfew because they were out. Do I need to pick up marshmallow leaves too? THANK YOU for your patience. I’m new!!🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

[@RainCountryHomestead]

@@ML.. Yes, that would be the root. I actually do not use it in my pain blend but it is excellent for adding to cough cold and flu syrup. Here is the more recent video I did on pain relief and I mention my new recipe so you can see what I use now (I still use feverfew, catnip, and echinacea): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU and here is the syrup recipe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4e8g3iVYrd4mJo

[@selfhealherbs13ms]

Very nice😍🤗. I wouldn't worry to much about the organic alcohol. I saw on a tv show somewhere' a SPECIAL know all about alcohol guy said' there's no such thing as organic alcohol that is just a hype the organic word is overrated when it comes to alcohol.

[@sharsendinglove7799]

This is great thank you

[@joanmills1592]

No one told my mother not to give kids alcohol ....:) LOL We grew up whiskey and honey

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I think very small amounts are fine but some people really freak out about it

[@Sweetgeorbrown]

I ran out of vodka which was 80 proof 40 pre cent alcohol an I have 40 percent rum can I mix rum and vodka together like vodka And glycerine. Georgia

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes you can and I actually prefer rum for extracts because it has a better flavor, especially spiced rum :)

[@elnosworld9893]

You should check out Dr. tenant I think it’s with two eon’s On KZbin he talks about other reasons and causes which create pain in the back

[@denisemartinez6456]

Great Info ! Thank you for the knowledge share. I really enjoyed learning with you. Blessings y'all

[@mdshawki3]

Wonderful video and simple explanation understandable really. Thank you. Shall I know the best method for making Ginseng extract for daily use with dry red Ginseng root? Waiting for your nice comments

[@BrooklyngirlLovesCrochet]

Another awesome video. Thank u Heidi!

[@VondaInWonderland]

I just watched your dehydrating video. I used Tanqueray and the whole flower and stems and leaves, from the Echinacea I hope that I didn't mess it up because of the stems and whole flowers :/ ♥

[@RainCountryHomestead]

No, you did not. I do not use the stems because they take up a lot of room as do the flower centers but the main reason I do not use the flower centers is I save those for their seeds that I either use to start new plants for myself or I sell on my store. By the way, the video above is old, I recommend you check out my newest recipe here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@VondaInWonderland]

@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you, I'll watch it. I did notice seeds in the middle. I still have sooooo many flowers outside. I'll make sure to harvest some seeds. I would be interested in buying some feverfew and catnip seeds from you :D

[@RainCountryHomestead]

@@VondaInWonderland I do not sell catnip but do sell feverfew and valerian (one of my newer herbs I now add to my mixture)

[@VondaInWonderland]

@@RainCountryHomestead Sweet. I just went on your Etsy shop, I would like to buy all of your seeds. I don't put my cards on line, do you take checks? I could mail it to you, and you could send them after you cash it. If that's too much trouble I could probably buy a card from the store :)

[@RainCountryHomestead]

@@VondaInWonderland Sorry, no, I cannot take checks. I do accept paypal though

[@OurTreasuredHome]

Hello great information. With the tincture how much do you take internally or do you use it to make a salve or rub? Also with the children s how long would you let it sit before it would be time to use it. (for example would it sit for two weeks or a month before it would be ready for children.) I love this especially for the kids because they have to much alcohol in the over the counter medicine. Thank you for sharing, God bless, stay safe and have a wonderful day.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

The tincture is meant to be taken internally and the amount taken will vary for children but not the length of time you allow it to sit. If you make it with vodka or other high proof alcohol, they may only need as little as a drop or two. I have a video this morning about the differences between extracts and tinctures but an extract with glycerin and water may be preferable for giving to children. Or even glycerin and wine based. In which case a bit more will be needed. I recommend you watch that video I mentioned to get more information.

[@OurTreasuredHome]

@@RainCountryHomestead awesome thank you for the information and I will be watching the other video. ❤🍄👍

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

Excellent,Heidi, thank you. I have planned to have all these herbs in my herb garden this year. I was wondering, do you think adding stevia leaf would help for the children’s infusion?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

That is a really good idea! One thing I learned recently (and talk a bit about in an upcoming video) that making an extract with 3 parts glycerin (food grade and non-gm and 1 part water, it has a shelf life of up to 4 months. Not real long but longer than I would have thought. I would guess keeping in the fridge would mean it would keep even longer. So with that said, making tinctures from this would be great for children and the glycerin has a natural sweetness to it that does not raise the glycemic level.

[@kathyjotourtois]

ALWAYS A GREAT VIDEO AND VERY MUCH LEARNED FROM YOU TY HEIDI . HUGS FROM MICHIGAN

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you Kathy Jo!

[@truthseeker9688]

FYI...for anyone using catnip oil topically...DILUTE it with a carrier oil. I was in a hurry to go outside...just rubbed the pure essential oil to repel mosquitoes. Oh, my word, I had huge blisters ....got a secondary infection. It was horrible.

[@pakzeetv4193]

where are you

[@truthseeker9688]

@@pakzeetv4193 Texas.

[@truthseeker9688]

Updated 2024: I still have compromised integrity to the skin on my shins. Several good doctors/dermatologists/allergists have done tests on skin rash on my shins. Non conclusive results. I seems that the rash is the result of allergies...but is erupting only on the compromised areas of my shins. Many very expensive topical creams and herbals have been tried. Some help calm the redness/erruptions down...but, none completely cures the rash.

[@Val-jz6lf]

♥ If it works who cares what it tastes like! No one in pain or need for sure! ;)

[@rebecalara3194]

I love your videos, they are changing my life. I was wondering if you could do this in capsules instead of a tincture? Thank you for your knowledge, ive already made ypur vick vaporub recipe and the muscle rub, both are amazing!!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Here is my vide on pain relief capsules: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqu9nJSvm96sd8k

[@elnosworld9893]

I wouldn’t be advocating using non-organic vodka but if that’s what you wanna do that’s fine because now you’re looking at dealing with genetically modified stuff and chemicals and pesticides but I will tell you that if you call around there are certain Costco’s that carry the organic vodka and some that don’t if you have a membership you can go to any other location if you find one that has the organic and it’s about $21 a bottle so that’s really not that expensive

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, I know ALL about that and this is an old video anyway. I rarely ever use vodka at all for extracts but rather my own homemade ORGANIC NON GMO wine plus raw honey as a solvent for medicinal extracts

[@judyquinones6652]

How much h of this am I supposed to take and how ofter?? Love the video. I want to start making natural products and your video is so informational.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

The amount depends on you and what you choose to use as a solvent. The stronger the alcohol, the less you need,. So with a higher proof alcohol, maybe just a teaspoon, if you use honey or glycerin and water for a solvent, you may need a whole ounce or two

[@biggs1303]

How do you take the Tincture? Do you just take a spoonful of the liquid or both liquid and herbs? This is all new and confusing to me.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you for asking, I often mean to cover these things in my videos but since I do not use a script, I tend to leave out things - o well, at least it means I have another video I can do to expound on such things. After about two months, you strain out the herbs. There will be little to no nutrition or benefits left in the herbs themselves as these have all infused into the liquid. Then bottle or jar up the liquid (you can see how I do this in my cough cold and flu remedy video). I recommend starting with anywhere from a teaspoon to a Tablespoon of your tincture. You can always take more if you do not notice a difference within a half hour. If making an extract with vinegar or glycerin, you will want to take 1-2 ounces at a time.

[@satyaveda5153]

Excited to try, thank you!

[@arizonamountainwoman3750]

How much should take after it has infused? I love your videos and the information you give.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

It will depend on if you use alcohol or if you use vinegar and/or glycerin as your solvent. With an alcohol base, a tsp may be sufficient but with vinegar or glycerin you may need much more - up to a shot

[@CopperHueCollectionsChippewa]

I only use rum for my tinctures because I don’t like the taste of vodka.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I agree, I stopped using vodka and switched to spiced rum for making vanilla extract and to homemade wine mixed with raw honey for the rest of my extracts (this is an old video by the way, I have a newer one that is still two years old and have since updated even more my pain relief extract)

[@carolynmoody9460]

thanks 👍 BLESSINGS

[@goaterruns4959]

Hello, thanks for all your great videos. Can you use fresh herbs? Thanks.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, though I prefer to use dried as it lowers the water content and you can also pack more in. Also, when the herbs are coming in fresh, I simply eat them straight off the plant when I need them. Please check out my best and most recent pain recipe that also includes a link to written instructions here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@juto3510]

gmos are band in poland and they have a cheap potato vodka

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Is it available in the states?

[@juto3510]

just go to your local liquir store and ask for polish vodka or vodka from poland

[@juto3510]

poland has band all gmos

[@juto3510]

ps thank you so much for all you share

[@RainCountryHomestead]

@@juto3510 I might do that if the need arises. I have simply started just making all my medicinal extracts now from homemade wine. The fruit used in it is all from my own garden or is wild picked and all organic and it saves a lot of money. You has to take a bit more of the extract to get the same affect but still works great

[@gloriacast-gray1423]

Do herbs lose some of their medicinal properties after it’s been dried? I’m hearing both ways… raw-fresh & dried. Do you dry your herbs then ‘jar’ then to store them for ‘off season’ tinctures? Thanks.. am enjoying your talks thru your posts.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

They will lose some of their nutrients but not much if dried at a low heat, I never go above 115° when drying herbs and usually dry at 110°

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Now after the 2 months did you strain mixture into a dark bottle and store it in a cool place. Please. This would help me with my pain in joints. I've had a lot if broken bones from car wreck. In 2008.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, but I also recommend you check out this newer video on different natural pain remedies: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU

[@angelanelajuly2961]

When I was injured, the hospital had me all messed up on oxy. The whole body was a wreck. I constantly asked them, why cannot I have pure organic opium???

[@RainCountryHomestead]

The above video is pretty old, let me link you to a more recent one where I covered many natural remedies for pain and inflammation including my newest recipe and also mention Wild Lettuce which is often called Opium Lettuce because of how it works: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU

[@daughterofzion9293]

Thank you for your videos, very helpful. I have an abscess that keep coming on my breast and it very painful I am tired of taking antibiotcs that destroys the good bacteria. Right now I’m in pain and I am looking for a natural Option to get rid of it without going to the hospital. I use a lot of herbs .i have been taking oregano essential oil drops in warm cup of water and also garlic and silver. Please any other help will be good. May God Almighty bless you.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

While I am working on putting together a fairly comprehensive video on natural antibiotics and have also added to my antibiotic extract recipe, I do mention all three of the herbs I am now using in this old video even though I only show me using one of them to make the extract. This has always worked great for us: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2LInaatltVjZ5o

[@daughterofzion9293]

Thank you for your quick response. Wilk check the video. God bless you

[@samanthabrenner2245]

My daughter suffers from post concussion migraines. Part of which means she has a mild headache at all times and much more severe ones if she is stressed, dehydrated, or very active. Do you think the tincture you just showed would be strong enough to help on her bad days? Thank you

[@RainCountryHomestead]

It may be, another option is the capsules, they can be easier for some to take because the tincture/extract is very bitter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqu9nJSvm96sd8k

[@BetteOrrWatercolors]

Thanks Heidi! Questions.....does catmint have the same properties as catnip? And could catmint be used as a substitute for catnip with the same results?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Catmint is the general name for various plants in that family, catnip being one of them. I cannot say for sure if all varieties work the same but would guess they should be fairly similar

[@BetteOrrWatercolors]

Rain Country Thanks for the speedy reply! Was kinda thinking the same. I have tons of catmint and have steered away from catnip because the feral cats were always rolling in the nip, but not the mint.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I am surprised I do not have more issues with cats here, of course I notice the one that does best is the one that is enclosed in the back garden - cats could be the reason why the ones right out front do not seem to do so well - haha

[@ely42609]

I know this is a 5 year old video,but I was wondering if you would add devil's claw to the mix. Thank you for the video.I actually love all if your videos and my family only uses herbs and homeopathics,so no drugs in the house.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

This list of natural analgesics and anti-inflammatories is long that people can use. I listed off many of them in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU But am happy with my own blend which I have updated since the old video above and it is my best yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@BlueGardenCottage]

Hi. Thank you so much for sharing this. I made a vinegar extract last year and used my own vinegar. It is my first attempt adn guess what...I'm to scared to try it! Is that crazy or what?!?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I guarantee it won't taste good but it will likely work. It certainly won't hurt

[@Fritz0616]

Can I just use the echinacea and feverfew for my tincture? I never dehydrated any of my catnip. Thanks.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

You sure can!

[@margaritacastaneda287]

What about putting a poultice with these herbs. It should help with nerve pain?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Now that is an interesting idea, I wonder how they would work topically for pain.

[@MatoNupai]

Heidi; be careful wit feverfew my sister in law gave me a feverfew plant for my migraines. I chewed one leaf and my throat started swelling. I am very allergic to feverfew

[@RainCountryHomestead]

This is just a standard rule when you are dealing with any herbs, one needs to know what they are allergic to and if they do not, then they must proceed with caution. Patrick and I have been using feverfew for a number of years now with no problem. You are, in fact, the very first person I have ever heard that has had an allergic reaction so clearly it is something you must avoid.

[@janp7660]

Do you have any recipes for what herbs work for different ailments? Like maybe a list? I'd like to get some of these started now. Thank you. Very helpful!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have several lists, such as top ten and so on. This list changes a bit each year. Here is the most recent one I did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn6upGejl9yoitE

[@janp7660]

@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you!

[@ashleycopeland3163]

Just doing your videos. And I'm so happy I did! Can you use marshmallow root instead of the leaves?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes but I do not use it at all in my pain remedy now. Here is my newest and so far best recipe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@trinaedwards8182]

Have you tried king of bitter,that is seriously bitter

[@hannahf6634]

Do you ever use Lactuca serriola AKA Wild Prickly Lettuce or Milk Thistle? Its also said to be a wonderful wild herb for serious pain relief

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have personally not used those but the list of herbs for pain relief is long. I covered quite a few of them in this video here where I also talk about my most recent pain relief extract (and favorite so far): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU

[@freestylefarming8881]

Heidi, Please do a video (or link me) of where you can get these herbs for purchase. I don't know what they look like wild or even how to get them. I can grow them but not sure where to look for the seeds! I am looking for something called wild lettuce right now, does it go by another name? I would be willing to pay for any shipping if you would send me cuttings or seeds or what ever you think would work! I am nearly desperate to start growing these and making the tinctures and infusions. Let me know how to contact you if you care to help me with this. Thanks for all your teaching and help! Chuck "The Greenhorn Farmer".

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I am not currently selling my own dried herbs but I did link in the description box to all the herbs used that you can buy on Amazon. Though I am planning on selling some of my seed this year, my supply is limited and I have a waiting list for them right now. Best thing to do there is send me an email to [e-mail] letting me know you are interested in purchasing seed, from there I can add you to my list. Hoping to get to making the seed packets this next month. Things have been very busy so having a hard time finding the time right now

[@Neverquit...7]

I normally can find any herbs I may need at either Pennherb.com or Mountainroseherbs.com

[@sharonsheehy3128]

Feverfew is fine on a sandwich with Vegemite ,,,

[@RainCountryHomestead]

If that is what you prefer, I know few people that would eat feverfew as a vegetable though. While I have come more accustomed to the taste over the years and will eat it right off the plant when it is growing and when I need it, I still do not enjoy it nor would I add it to a sandwich or salad. Everyone should make sure they taste it first before doing anything like that

[@barbaraaven9032]

I am going to try it this looks good : 0

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Actually, I recommend my newest one, it has the best flavor and works great: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k

[@TheStormisComing24]

I have a question: Have you ever heard of or tried Lactuca Virosa (wild lettuce)? I have been hearing things about it but they are conflicting. My husband suffers from chronic pain and we are trying to find natural remedies for this.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have read about it before but never used it myself. I typically avoid anything that has conflicting information such as ingesting comfrey. If memory serves, I believe wild lettuce is one of those that must be cooked first.

[@TheStormisComing24]

Thanks, I wish was easier to figure out truth from the myths. sigh

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I hear ya' there!

[@cindyp.9030]

I have made this tincture plus your antibiotic and sleep and muscle ones. My question is, if I am looking at making one specific for headaches or migraines would this be the one to use or would there be a better combination of herbs to use specific for those conditions? Thank you again for all of the great information you share with everyone. Oh, my daughter recently strained her neck and was in alot of pain and couldn't turn her head very far, I had her take the muscle and sleep tincture and it worked really well. She felt so much better the next morning with only a small amount of stiffness so she took one more dose that day and it was completely gone. Thanks again.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

This one is most specifically for headaches, including migraines. Feverfew is the key ingredient for migraines. Here is my more updated recipe and I have changed it up even a bit since this recipe but you can use just feverfew alone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZe4eJ16nJqtg68 There is also the option of making capsules: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqu9nJSvm96sd8k

[@Sweetgeorbrown]

Can we use homemade wine in this pain Extract.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, and that is what I do now is use my own homemade wine, it will not be as strong so more will be needed but it is far cheaper than having to buy vodka (and I would guess much healthier)

[@Sweetgeorbrown]

Rain Country Thank you, I just love you information

[@HardwoodMaster]

@@RainCountryHomestead I thought the whole point was to use something with as much pure grain alcohol as possible, at minimum 80 proof ?

[@marli3027]

After the 2 months of soaking the herbs in vodka… do you use a cheese cloth to strain the leaves ? How much should one take for say a migraine?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, or a mesh strainer. I cannot tell you how much will work best for each individual as everyone will be different. It is always best to start small, such as a teaspoon and then work up from there if that is not enough until you find the amount that works. For a vodka or other spirit based extract usually a small amount like that is enough and rarely more than a Tablespoon

[@sandrajacobs5107]

Pls let me know, wjen you use a tincyure, how long does it take to do its work. If i drink it 3 times a day, will i notice dufference in that same day, or does tinctures work over weeks?

[@badtoad6865]

I don't know feverfew how about wild lettuce?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGatgHZjl5xnndU

[@wiltinrose37]

Is it possible to use MCT oil for this extract? Great video. Thank you!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

This is for something you take internally so while you could, it may not be what you are looking for. I infuse oils when I am using topically. So for a joint and muscle rub, this is the type of infusion I make: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXW9dHSOra1ni5o

[@pollkat]

You seem to know a lot about tinctures and herbal remedies. I made some dandelion/nettle tincture, as well as a straight whole dandelion tincture. But with all the recipes I've found, none of them really stated what to take for a daily maintenance. Is there a formula for all tinctures that a person can follow? Thanks Also, instead of Feverfew, can you use white willow bark? or even Devils claw? I want to make some to have on hand for pain, and want it to cover all types of pain in the body.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

You can use whatever herbs you find work best for you to deal with pain. This is not even my newest and best recipe which I have since added valerian leaves from my own plants and it took it over the top: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7ChoFtqLmZp8k All I know about extracts/tinctures are what I experiment and make myself. I only have a few that I make. One is for pain and inflammation, one is for helping with sleep and to relax muscles, and the other is for an antibiotic. We mostly just use herbs fresh off the plants when they are growing either eating them as is or to make a tea with or dried for teas through the winter

[@sandrajacobs5107]

Hello Heidi. Can I mix Feverfew, Valerian, Catnip, passionfruit leaves and scull cap together in a tincture? For pain and sleep remedy?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

As long as you do not have any bad reactions to any of those individually, yes