The Herb Journal
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Turmeric for Joint Health & Healthy Movement
Discover the golden root treasured across cultures for centuries. Learn how turmeric supports joint comfort, healthy movement, digestion, and antioxidant protection—and why our certified organic, Hawaiʻi-grown turmeric is freeze-dried in-house...
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Herbal Support for Menopause: Symptoms & Helpful Herbs
Menopause can affect much more than body temperature. This guide explores herbal support for six common concerns, including stiff joints, hot flashes, restless sleep, mood changes, dryness, stress, and urinary...
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St. John's Wort: Beyond The Depression Herb
Everyone knows St. John's Wort as the depression herb. And it is a darn shame that is where most people stop, because this plant has been used for over 2,000...
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Goldenseal: The World’s Lost Golden Treasure for Digestive & Respiratory Support
Explore the history, traditional uses, and modern research behind goldenseal—one of North America's most treasured herbs for digestive, respiratory, and immune support.
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How to Use Black Raspberry Powder: Easy, Antioxidant-Rich Recipes
Black raspberries are rich in antioxidant anthocyanins, naturally occurring fiber, and whole-fruit phytonutrients that support digestive wellness, oral health research, free radical protection, and heart-healthy nutrition. This article shares why...
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Your Body Can Heal Itself: Holistic Fertility w/ Dr. Kimberly Spair
Told she'd never conceive again, Dr. Kimberly Spair went on to have four children. Her Lyme healing story, holistic fertility, and herbs for families.
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St. John’s Wort: The Sunshine Herb for Mood & Nervous System Support
This blog explores St John's Wort as Eclectic Herb’s featured herb for June, highlighting its traditional midsummer harvest, mood and nerve support, herbal energetics, and planetary associations. Learn how to...
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Calendula: The Skin Herb That Has An Abundance of Benefits
Calendula is more than a skin herb. In this podcast we talk about gut healing, lymphatic support, immune health, and historical uses of this vibrant, generous flower.
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In the Wild This June: Harvest, Herbs & Fresh Plants
June is one of the most abundant times of year at Eclectic Herb, when fresh plants begin arriving from the field and the work of harvest comes to life. In...
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Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture and the Art of Healing with Dr. Cole Magbanua
Dr. Cole Magbanua shares 30 years of acupuncture wisdom: distal needling, pulse diagnosis, Chinese herbs, nutrition, and miraculous cases of healing.
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Calendula for Lymphatic Health: Flowers for Skin, Flow & Detox
Calendula is a gentle yet powerful herb traditionally used to support lymphatic flow, skin health, and natural detoxification. This article explores how calendula works within the body, why lymphatic health...
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Why Your Eyes Need a Break (and How Herbs Can Help)
Modern life asks a lot from our eyes. From screens and close-up work to artificial lighting and busy schedules, it's easy for eyes to feel tired and strained. In this...