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Our Herbal Hall of Fame: Five Timeless Favorites Since 1982
Celebrating 43 years of herbal wisdom, Eclectic Herb honors its legacy with a look back at five timeless favorites that helped shape the company’s story — Vitabiotic, Nettles, Lomatium Isolate,...
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Eclectic Medicine in Cincinnati: Lloyd Library & Herb Conference
This travel journal recounts a recent journey to Cincinnati, the historic home of Eclectic Medicine. Highlights include a visit to the Lloyd Library — one of the world’s greatest botanical...
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Why Every Day Is Earth Day at Eclectic
At Eclectic Herb, Earth Day is more than a date—it’s a daily practice. From being Oregon’s first certified organic herb farm to pioneering freeze-dried herbal remedies, we’re committed to sustainability...
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The Eclectic Library: A Victorian Herbal Apothecary
This blog offers a virtual tour of the Eclectic Institute Library, a private collection curated by Chris Alstat in memory of her late husband, Dr. Ed Alstat. The library preserves...
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Honoring Ed Alstat: A Legacy of Herbal Wisdom
Ed Alstat’s journey from pharmacist to naturopath led him to revolutionize herbal medicine by founding Eclectic Herb in 1982. Disillusioned with conventional pharmaceuticals, he embraced the healing power of whole...
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Herbs and Chocolates: A Celebration of Women-owned Naturopathic Businesses
This month, Eclectic Herb and Missionary RX Chocolates are hosting a giveaway to celebrate their shared commitment to naturopathic principles, sustainability, and wellness. Both Portland-based, woman-owned companies, founded by naturopathic...
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The Life and Legacy of Dr. Wooster Beach
Explore the life and legacy of Wooster Beach, founder of the Eclectic Medical Movement. Discover his pioneering approach to integrating herbal remedies with scientific principles, his influential publications, and the...
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Happy 42nd Birthday Eclectic!
Join us in celebrating Eclectic Herb’s 42nd birthday! Discover our rich history, from our founding by Ed Alstat to our commitment to preserving herbal knowledge and creating potent, pure herbal...
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Exploring the Eclectics and the Eclectic Medical Movement
Discover the pioneering world of the Eclectic Medical Movement in our latest blog series. Explore the origins, key figures, and lasting impact of this influential movement that reshaped American medicine...
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John Uri Lloyd
Discover the illustrious life and contributions of John Uri Lloyd, a titan in the world of herbal medicine. From founding the Lloyd Library to pioneering the Eclectic medical movement, Lloyd’s...
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Happy 41st Birthday!
Celebrating 41 Years of Herbal Excellence: The Eclectic Institute Story 🌿🎉In 1982, a visionary founder, Ed Alstat, embarked on a mission to revolutionize the herbal industry. Inspired by the rich...