A fourth category, herbs used for adding body, can make the smoke more like a tobacco smoke by adding “weight” or other characteristics to the smoking blend. You’ll notice that the recipe calls for water. Besides blending your herbs, it’s important to take into consideration the dryness of your smoking blend. A little moisture goes a long way to make an herbal smoking blend more palatable. Herbs that are dried for storage are sometimes too dry to make a good smoking blend, so spritzing your smoking blend with a little water and storing it in a closed container to allow the herbs to absorb the moisture can help. Adding a little honey to the water is a nice touch, too. Harmony, Nikki. (2013). Make Your Own Natural Herbal Smoke Blend. Retrieved from: http://harmonyherbals.net/blog/make-your-own-natural-herbal-smoke-blend/ Let’s have a cup of tea! Did you know that even the process of making tea can calm your nervous system and relax you? The ritual of preparing a cup of herbal tea starts the process of relaxation, over time your body and mind begin to release tension even before you take a sip. It is these small practices that can help keep us grounded. Self-care is always the best place to start in making a difference in the world. Herbal Tea Benefits Rosemary is for remembrance. Jasmine indicates sensuality. Hibiscus flowers: when used behind the left ear, “I have a lover,” and behind the right ear, “I want a lover.”

Medicinal Properties – Sage leaves can be used for all types of sore throats. This is because sage has antiseptic and astringents as well as certain relaxing properties, which is one of the main reasons why sage is used rather frequently in gargles. Sage is often described as a digestive tonic and as a stimulant, and in Chinese medicine sage enjoys a good reputation as a versatile nerve tonic. Personal note: Just so you know, I haven’t been paid or received any kind of compensation for recommending this great publication. I’m just sharing with my readers this great find and the twenty freebie recipes I was given by the editor Tina Sams. Burnet is a forage herb, It is noted for having deep tap roots, which helps it remain green on thin, dry soils. It is also early to grow in the spring, contributing to forage in late March to April. To that blend, I may add spearmint and chamomile for something more subtle, and I did see some recipes here that have similar ingredients. For thousands of years, native Americans & herbalists from around the world have combined plants to create recreational, medicinal, and…Ribgrass is a very popular perennial forage herb which is commonly mixed with sheep's parsley, yarrow and burnet to increase diversity and lift trace elements from deep within the soil profile. It can be mixed with regular grassland species to increase grazing quality, and with deep roots it is also popular in mixtures for lighter land. It is also known as Plantain or narrow leaf plantain. Ideally, a base herb is light and fluffy. Mullein, red raspberry, and damiana make good bases (Harmony, 2013). You can also experiment with any combination of the three when you are developing your own recipes. Herbs with a Supportive Role Medicinal Properties – Holy basil has numerous benefits. The leaves of this herb serve as a nerve tonic (stimulate the nerves) and help sharpen memory. The plants also help get rid of phlegm and catarrhal substances accumulated in the bronchial tubes. The leaves of holy basil help make the stomach stronger and bring about profuse sweating. Even the seeds possess medicinal properties, and they secrete mucilage (mucilaginous). In fact, this herb is excellent for diminishing anxiety, stress, and depression.

It provides a licorice-like taste and light smoke. It’s also good for relieving digestive issues like heartburn. Optional – Herbs for adding More Body to Your Blend Skullcap- helps to settle the mind chatter, eases anxiety, quells nerve irritation, muscle tension, strengthens the nervous system over time. These two herbs combined are the best blend for supporting and aiding drainage throughout the Lymphatic system. Fruity component. Next, a fruity or naturally sweet component is nice. Dried rosehips are a common choice here. These are sold in many herb shops or health food stores if you have not harvested your own. Another option here is hibiscus flowers, which are not only sweet and lemony flavored but also impart a rich, red color to your teas. Add one part of these herbs. Pour about 2–3 cups whole, raw organic milk, enough to fill pitcher about ⅔ full while still making sure liquid remains hot.Red clover is one of the most popularly used true clovers in the UK. Once established it’s capable of rapid growth and shows reasonably good persistence up to three years, although ongoing breeding work is being carried out to increase plant persistence. Tulsi– supports the mood, energizes and stimulates the mind, sharpens awareness, uplifts mood, supports immune function. It is a powerful adaptogen, helping to regulate hormones and deal with stress.

Tobacco smoke has a certain heaviness and smoothness to it that is sometimes missing in herbal mixtures. A similar “body” to your herbal blend can be created by adding barks and astringent herbs. While there are many herbs one can smoke, we also wanted to introduce the concept of vaping herbs for some…

Bacopa or Brahmi- in Auyerveda balances all three doshas, enhances cognitive function, increases mental focusing. Each of the three components plays a specific role in creating the final product. You are not limited to 1 herb per category, but if you are getting started, try to aim for a simpler blend. Use sausages without their skins to make a Bolognese-style ragu in minutes. You can adjust the level of spice according to how much heat you fancy in this easy meaty pasta dish.