Chai tea has become quite common in the US in recent years. While it is still considered a bit of a newcomer here, it has been a staple in India for many generations. Like many traditions, the change from one culture to another is not always smooth. The current view of chai in the US,… Continue >>>
Category Archives: Ayurveda
Agni – Keeping the Digestive Fire Warm in the Winter
Thoughts on a cold, wet, snowy evening while sitting by our wood stove… Thorough and complete digestion is a foundation to good health in many traditional systems of healthcare, both East and West. While the entire digestive process is quite complex, I want to focus on one key aspect in this article. One of the… Continue >>>
Fresh Perspectives on Stress and the Nervous System
Stress and its effect on the nervous system was the topic of the day in a recent herb class. One of the areas we focused on was the hidden sources of stress in our daily lives; stressful experiences that have been normalized in our modern routine. Included below are some notes from the class. Sources… Continue >>>
Plant Profile: Tulsi – Holy Basil
Common Name: Tulsi, Holy Basil There are different varieties and chemotypes of Tulsi. A chemotype is a species of plant that changes chemistry and therapeutic actions depending on where it is grown. This can be due to soil, elevation or climate. Besides the herb of Tulsi, some essential oil plants such as Rosemary and Basil… Continue >>>
Tulsi Essential Oil
Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum, Lamiaceae, also known as Holy Basil) is one of the most revered medical and spiritual plants in India and is becoming increasingly popular in this country. The use of Tulsi as an essential oil is less known. However it is one of my favorite oils and it makes a valuable addition to… Continue >>>
Sponsoring A Class
Sponsoring an Herb Class People interested in studying herbal medicine may receive free class tuition by sponsoring a course, either in your town or at our school in Flagstaff. Guidelines for the complimentary course are: A minimum of six students pay full price, in advance, by the agreed upon deadline. The host attends the class… Continue >>>
Making Herbal Honey
Many people know honey as a healthier alternative to white sugar. While this is true, it can also be used as a way to extract, preserve and carry herbs into the body. I find honey to be especially convenient to use with powdered herbs. Some common powders are Tulsi, ginger, hawthorn, cinnamon and licorice. Making… Continue >>>
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Three Weekend Intensive: Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine 2026
This series of workshops addresses topics geared for people who have previous training and experience in healing and working with herbs. It is especially geared toward students who have completed beginning or intermediate coursework at other herb schools. Pre-requisites are required for this course. Topics Presented: Cardiovascular Health *Supporting a healthy heart v treating disease… Continue >>>
Pre-requisites for “Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine”
The “Three Weekend Intensive: Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine” is a course that begins where most introductory programs end. This course assumes that students have completed either an introductory course in herbal medicine or done extensive independent study in order to have a working knowledge of several basic foundation skills for practicing herbal medicine. The… Continue >>>
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Becoming a Clinical Herbalist
This most recent offering of this course is full and registration is closed. This same Clinical Herbalist training is also available on an individual basis and to private small groups. Our communities need more clinical herbalists. You have my full support in your herbal journey! ***************************************************************************************** How does an herbalist take all the information gathered… Continue >>>
Three Weekend Intensive: Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine 2026
This series of workshops addresses topics geared for people who have previous training and experience in healing and working with herbs. It is especially geared toward students who have completed beginning or intermediate coursework at other herb schools. Pre-requisites are required for this course. Topics Presented: Cardiovascular Health *Supporting a healthy heart v treating disease… Continue >>>
Pre-requisites for “Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine”
The “Three Weekend Intensive: Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine” is a course that begins where most introductory programs end. This course assumes that students have completed either an introductory course in herbal medicine or done extensive independent study in order to have a working knowledge of several basic foundation skills for practicing herbal medicine. The… Continue >>>
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