New: herbalsAll contenthive-129948hive-196917krsteemhive-183959hive-180932zzanphotographyhive-185836uncommonlabhive-188619hive-166405hive-150122bitcoinhive-144064hive-183397krsuccesshive-101145hive-124908hive-139150hive-181136hive-145157lifehive-103599hive-109690TrendingNewHotLikerssmithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 11 months agoHow to use herbals for bandages, after you have them in hand.I recently gave a bottle of comfrey tincture to a Lady to help her heal. I called days later, and she hadn't used it because she didn't know how. It seems to be a common problem, so it made sense to…smithlabs (68)in prepping • last yearThe largest single lack most preppers miss.Prepping has become a way of life to some, and a hobby to others. A majority of those prepping seem to have a blind area, that needs to be covered! I asked my Sister what she would do for a deep…smithlabs (68)in herbals • 2 years agoThis is what I take to make up for the poor food quality!I began studying herbals decades ago, and feel I still have a lot to learn. The SAD (Standard American Diet) continues to degrade because the food quality is failing us. So, what's the answer? If…smithlabs (68)in news • 2 years agoDC is trying to finish off our last option on medicine!It's like a river full of piranha in DC...and we seem to keep electing them! They again return to trying to regulate ( DC double speak for ban) herbals, " for our own good"; because some people are…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 3 years agoI found fresh ginger, and made a tincture with it.A local grocery store over ordered Ginger root, and marked them accordingly! So I grabbed 6 pounds of them for some herbal fun. Scrubbed and sliced, 4 pounds went in a quart jar: I spilled…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 3 years agoAn improved filter method for herbal preparations.When making herbal preparations, one adds a solvent, usually alcohol; and leaves it to soak. After a soaking period (usually 6 to 8 weeks) sufficient medicinal properties are transferred to the…smithlabs (68)in photography • 4 years agoSpring has arrived in Oklahoma, and the early flower are just exploding!Flowers have declared spring's arrival, with colors and scents! The daffodils always lead off; These are Not editable, so just look and enjoy. The red bud trees soon follow; This is the…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 5 years agoEchinacia is where you find it, a little wildcrafting for fun can be a pleasant stroll!Echinacia also known as cone flower, pops up just about anywhere. It is attractive, so it ends up in a lot of gardens. Echinacia is one of the few known antivirals. It also supports the immune…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 5 years agoA Herbal natural-medicine use for corn silk taken from you own corn, with how to process it from dried silk!Today I will process the corn silk (Zea Mays), I harvested several months ago. I decided to air dry this corn silk like they used to do, instead of running it through a dehydrator. Normally, I…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 5 years agoThe best corn-on-the-cob you'll ever eat, and an effective natural medicine too.I like corn on the cob especially when it's fresh out of the field! Corn on the cob can be difficult to cook because you need to get a thoroughly cooked, but you also don't want to overcook it.…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 5 years agoAdhesive tape stitches, from a prepper first aid kit; to close a significant wound!This is a "how to" post on closing a wound with butterfly stitches, made from adhesive tape. Adhesive tape stitches, from a prepper first aid kit; to close a significant wound! While repairing a…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 6 years agoOne of the problems with wildcrafting, is ticks; here is an easy way to safely remove them!I was scouting some wild Mullen, in the brush, I picked up a rider on my hip by my beltline. Of course, it was not accessible visually for me to pull this beastie. I know that it is possible to…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 6 years agoA little help on tinctures making, that may improve it's function!Some herbals make valuable tinctures but they don't taste very good. Other herbals are intended to be used externally only, and can be enhanced by using the right alcohol to make the…smithlabs (68)in natural-medicine • 6 years agosteemCreated with Sketch.My Spirea has begun to welcome spring with a cascade of flowers!The Spirea decided it was spring here too. I was greeted today with an explosion of white flowers. They resemble tiny roses, and smell good too! The reason they look like roses, is that Spirea…smithlabs (68)in informationwar • 6 years agoHere is the science behind CBD and THC oils; and the herbal benefits that they both offer.We have all met the guy that has used too much, and we wouldn't want our daughter dating; claiming that pot is good for you. Knee jerk reaction is to tune him out and go on with our lives. But…smithlabs (68)in naturalmedicine • 6 years agoA Natural Medicine uses for what is often considered just a pretty flower; the Hydrangea.I love the Hydrangea flower ball, it is one of my favorite flowers, but it does have other values. So grow it, and enjoy it, but USE it too! It comes in many colors, but my favorite color is blue.…smithlabs (68)in herbals • 6 years agoA flower for South East Asia, from Baker seeds, that is used for tea, dye, and Medicine!Here is something I have never seen before! I love Doug and Stacy, but this is new to me! I was impressed with the number of uses of this flower!smithlabs (68)in herbals • 6 years agoRandom thoughts on the use of herbals for optimum health; and the study thereof.Some random thoughts while studying herbals tonight; while reading I ran into some timeless truths. Hippocrates said: let thy food be thy medicine, and thy medicine be thy food. He really…smithlabs (68)in herbals • 6 years agoThe Seminal Herbal moment, where an Herbalist stands Tall!Everyone hears about Herbals these days, unless you live under a rock.But what does it all mean? Most people hear that an herb fixes a problem, and some are willing to try it to see. Even fewer want…smithlabs (68)in herbals • 6 years agoA real solutions for Kidney Stones; here is how to disolve a kidney stone, before it causes trouble!Here is a good article and video on kidney stones. Interesting information, and good advice for sure! I always like information from people who have been there, and solved the problem.
