The Family Herbalism Podcast

Now described on a continuum between risk-avoiding compulsion and risk-seeking impulsiveness, OCD is a facet of many neurological conditions, as well as an experience all on its own. Antidepressants and anxiolytics are sometimes prescribed, but why? What do we know about this disorder of the brain and what can that teach us about what we need, to experience order and comfort in our day-to-day life? In this episode I share what we currently know about the underlying root causes of this disorder and offer a holistic approach to creating balance and relief. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com.” The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/ For more information about Laurel Tree Wellness, your host Naomi Kilbreth, or herbal consultations to help you create a wellness plan, visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com.

We’ve all heard that food should be our medicine, and medicine our food, but water is equally important! In today’s episode, I make the case for proper hydration, mineral balance, using water as part of our herbal remedies and as a standalone treatment, and present some of the best sources of drinking water. This may seem like a simple subject not worth talking about, but water is a complex, biologically active substance that does way more than keep our skin soft! Listen to this episode to learn more. Be sure to share with a friend and leave a review! Thanks for listening! This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

It sounds like an unscientific name, but it’s what doctors use to refer to bile when it no longer resembles bile. I see this scenario a surprising amount, and it’s one are herbalism can really shine, because the standard approach is to wait until it causes pain and then just remove the whole gallbladder! But functional nutritionists and clinical herbalists know there is SO much you can do to correct this problem. Think you are in the clear? I encourage you to listen anyway - most cases are found by accident because many people don’t experience symptoms for a long time. Consider this a part of your preventative, holistic healthcare. If you found this episode helpful, please share with a friend and leave a review! If you would like support creating a custom wellness plan, please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

So many of my clients have come into my office thinking that the constipation they grew up with was an inconvenience they just learned to live with, as if it was a variation of normal. But chronic constipation can have serious consequences, and throwing more fiber or laxatives at it isn’t necessarily going to fix it. In today’s episode, I break down the most common reasons why people experience difficulty with their bowel movements, and practical steps we can take to correct them. If you found this episode helpful, please share with a loved one and leave a review! Thank you for listening! This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

With the number of children getting sick with chronic illnesses in our country, it has become ever more crucial that we as parents take steps to protect our children’s health. We know that we cannot change their genetic weaknesses, but we can impact how they turn on and off. In today’s episode, I offer my top tips for raising healthy children in this crazy world, based on my experience as a mother of four (nearly all teens). I invite you to continue this conversation on my instagram page and via email. Find me @laureltreewellness or email me at laureltreewellness@gmail.com. Thank you for listening! This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

Using four characteristics to blend essential oils for their therapeutic value, today I share how to create a custom blend with essential oils that will help to continue the healing process after an injury. Note: If you do get essential oils in your eyes or on sensitive skin, apply additional carrier oil without essential oils, or wash the area in milk. The fat will absorb the essential oil and reduce the pain. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

The idea of planning a kitchen garden with abundant herbs brings up idyllic images of curling up in a cozy chair with a cup of tea, a seed catalog, and a notebook. And while kitchen gardens are all unique, and may not reflect the cottage garden image we easily conjure up, today we get to explore the idea of creating a kitchen garden for nutritional and medicinal use as a home herbalist. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

We are covering some hot button topics in today’s episode! Informed decision making, self-autonomy, co-dependence, interdependence, parental rights, authority to make healthcare decisions… all this and more when it comes to being your own herbalist and working with herbs to support your family’s needs. When starting out, it’s normal (as our culturally ingrained beliefs go) to question whether you have the right to practice herbalism, so let me help you out and share what I’ve learned about self-care herbalism and family herbalism in my 20+ years in the field of health. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. The Family Herbalism Podcast was voted as one of the Top 100 Maine Podcasts for 2024. You can see the list by Feedspot by clicking this link: https://blog.feedspot.com/maine_podcasts/

Just when you think you have recovered from a virus, you get hit by a secondary infection. You’re exhausted, frustrated, and need options. In this episode I share about four common bacterial infections that often follow viruses, and proven herbal remedies for recovery - ear infections, conjunctivitis, strep throat, and sinus infections. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com.

Common colds may not be cause for concern for some, but for others with preexisting respiratory conditions, or when a virus is prolonged or unknown, a viral illness can be scary. In this episode I share some practical steps for strengthening the lungs and amping up the immune response, plus my next herbs of choice to hone in on respiratory support. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com.

Today I share with you about the underlying tissue state associated with common viruses and the foods and herbs that balance this state to support the body’s natural immunity and speed recovery. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. Correction to the rehydration formula: it’s a 1/4tsp baking soda, not 1/4tsp lemon juice. :)

Welcome to season four of The Family Herbalism Podcast! In today’s episode I describe the four stages of sleep, the importance of the circadian rhythm, common reasons someone might have difficulty getting quality sleep, and sleep hygiene and herbal combinations that can improve it. This episode is included in the Family Herbalist Program offered by Herba Remedium. Herba Remedium is an online, Christian herbalist school. Enrollment for the next FHP year will begin in June 2024. For more information visit www.herbaremedium.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com.

What does the future of holistic health look like? Chiropractor and Nutritional Response Therapist, Dr. Keith Sheehan gives us a sneak peek into the grassroots movement of people who advocate for their own health, learn how their bodies work, and take action to improve their experience with the help of practitioners using skills like Nutritional Response Testing, Biochemical Lab Testing, and Clinical Nutrition Counseling. He gives us an inside look at standard versus optimal lab ranges, where you can go for free resources to understand what’s happening in your body, and hope for a future where we can become healthier as a nation. Dr. Sheehan and his wife Laura operate Sheehan Natural Health in Pennsylvania. You can learn more about their work by visiting www.sheehannaturalhealth.com, and https://youtube.com/@sheehannaturalhealth. In our conversation, Dr. Sheehan referred to the following resources: Blood Chemistry and CBC Analysis by Dr. Weatherby and Ferguson and The Page Diet, which you can learn about on the Sheehan Natural Health website. Thank you so much for listening to today’s episode. Please share it with someone that you know it would bless, leave a review, and stay tuned for season 4 of the show, coming right up!

Did you know that your liver is responsible for over 500 functions in your body? it’s important to take care of it! Fatty liver disease is a common consequence of over-nutrition in the United States, and it is the early phase of more serious liver conditions. Thankfully the liver is fully capable of regenerating itself if damage is detected in time. In today’s episode, I talk about food, herbs, and lifestyle practices that are really important for liver health. Herbs that are mentioned include dandelion, turmeric, St. John’s wart, yellow dock, calendula, goldenseal, basil, lemon, peppermint, sage, chamomile, wood betony, vervain, motherwort, artichoke, hops, Yarrow, wormwood, horehound, barberry, milk thistle, Cilantro, rosemary, Japanese knotweed, hibiscus, aloe, skullcap, Hawthorne, licorice, lavender, Angelica, cinquefoil, nettle, burdock, blueberry, echinacea, prickly ash, schisandra, lemon balm, kudzu, cleavers, chickweed, red clover, marshmallow, garlic, cayenne, ginger, parsley, thyme, fennel, and fenugreek. To learn more about the tongue assessment class, chat support with an herbalist, or one on-one-support, please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com thank you for listening to today’s episode. Please share it with a friend and review the show on your app. Thank you for listening, and have a great week!

Happy new year to the listeners of The Family Herbalism Podcast! I am so grateful you are starting off the year by listening to this episode. In today’s show, I share about my vision for personal health this coming year in balancing hormones and listening to my bodies needs. I also share about my plans for the podcast for this coming year, And about the various resources available through Laurel Tree Wellness. The main subject for today is headaches and migraines, which affect far too many people! And while the one off may not be a big deal, a pattern of pain signifies a need of the body that is not being met. I share eight common reasons why you might experience repeat headaches or migraines, why over-the-counter medications are not a good plan for rep repetitive use, 20 herbs that are commonly used for headache and migraine, relief, and why, as well as several combinations for teas, tincture, and essential oils, as well as food and nutritional supplements, that may be useful. Herbs mentioned include: feverfew, meadowsweet, ginger, basil, rosemary, rose, violet, vervain, valerian, burdock, nettle, skull, cap, catnip, Tulsi, milky oats, clary sage, evening Primrose, Daisy, wood betony, Sweetfern, lemon bomb, lavender, peppermint, chamomile, ginger, frankincense, lemongrass, eucalyptus, margarine, and ylang ylang. Thank you for listening to this episode! If you found it helpful, please share with the loved one and consider leaving every review. You can learn more www.laureltreewellnessllc.com or by visiting @LaurelTreeWellness on Instagram. Have a great week!

Today’s episode is the final episode of the 2023 year, and it focuses on two symptoms that I commonly see together in people who have tendencies toward low blood pressure and a slow pulse. I explain why this tendency occurs, along with herbs I commonly work with to create balance in the cardiovascular system and relieve symptoms of dizziness and ringing in the ears. Herbs mentioned include licorice, rosemary, ginger, black pepper, red clover, American ginseng, Yarrow, clove, ground ivy, black, cohosh, golden seal, wood betony, Hawthorn, reishi, motherwort, peppermint, feverfew. Angelica, ginger, geranium, monarda, Linden, and blue vervain. Thank you for listening to today’s episode! If you found it helpful, please share it with a loved one and consider leaving a review on your podcast app. You can learn more about one-on-one consultations by visiting www.laureltreewellnessllc.com. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

The holidays are upon us and that means, for those with IBS, the choice must be made to either eat to support the digestive system or eat to make other people comfortable. But what if there were a way to restore gut function and increase tolerance for a wider range of food? In today’s episode we talk about the root causes of IBS and how to reduce inflammation and tone the gut for long-term health. Herbs that are mentioned include: burdock, hibiscus, meadowsweet, milk thistle, astragalus, barberry, slippery elm, marshmallow, plantain, dandelion, yellow dock, cat’s claw, skullcap, chamomile, lobelia, St. John’s Wort, aloe, elderberry, horehound, borage, lavender, cinquefoil, mullein, valerian, rose, raspberry, wild lettuce, peach, blackberry, turmeric, black pepper, ginger, fennel, cardamom, prickly ash, Queen Ann’s lace, calendula, sage, thyme, oregano, mugwort, and coltsfoot. Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Please consider sharing it with a loved one and leaving a review. For more information please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com Have a wonderful week!

Resources for those with sustained hypertension are pretty easy to find, but what about those who have a form of transient hypertension, which seems to come and go at will, sometimes without a good explanation? In today’s episode, I share about the four categories of hypertension that look like wide swings a variability; most days it is perfectly normal and then all of a sudden there will be a very high reading. I talk about what is going on during these episodes, the current pharmaceutical options being developed, and the herbal actions that are most helpful. Specific herbs mentioned include: borage, ashwaganda, eleuthero, rhodiola, tulsi, cayenne, milky oats, hawthorn, motherwort, wild cherry, bugleweed, yarrow, linden, ylang ylang, rose, hops, hibiscus, St. John’s Wort, peach, wood betony, chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, sage, linden, valerian, blue vervain, reishi, skullcap, cramp bark, and nettle. For more information on herbalist consultations, please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com. If you know someone that this episode would bless, please share it with them, consider leaving a review, and send your topic request to laureltreewellness@gmail.com. Have a wonderful week!

We recognize our kidneys when we have UTIs or stones, but what about when we have back pain, wake frequently during the night, or have foamy urine? In today’s episode, I share about some of the important jobs that our kidneys perform, how to know when they need support (including lab markers), and a dozen herbs that help balance out the tissue states associated with kidney symptoms. Mentioned in today’s podcast include: staghorn sumac, dandelion leaf, Yarrow, goldenrod, cinquefoil, Juniper berry, boneset, horsetail, cornsilk, nettle, saw palmetto, and borage. For more information about consultations, please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and have a great week!

Today’s listener-requested topic is about parasites, including worms, bacteria, and yeast, as well as the biofilms and heavy metals that may protect them. Included are suggestions on testing, a sample recipe that may help you, and numerous herbs that may be helpful as part of your particular approach. herbs mentioned include black walnut, juniper berry, barberry, garlic, thyme, marigold, aloe, prickly ash, mugwort, plantain, hibiscus, Yarrow, Japanese, knotweed, cats claw, Queen Anne’s lace, catnip, Senna, forsythia, Cayenne, nettle, Valerian, horehound, motherwort, peppermint, sage, peach, clove, eucalyptus, rosemary, cinnamon, turmeric, chlorella, cilantro, chickweed, lavender, calendula, oregano, and ginger. For assistance in creating a customized detox protocol for you, please visit www.laureltreewellnessllc.com or email laureltreewellness@gmail.com. Thank you for listening. Please share this episode. If you know someone who would be blessed by it, thank you for your reviews, and may you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!