16 Foraging – Ethics, Simple Plants To Identify
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<figcaption>Dead Nettle cleaned and ready for dryer. Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan (Click Here to View Picture)</figcaption></figure>www.livingandlovinherbs.com/friday
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We recorded this show live on Clubhouse and Facebook with my Co-host Theresa Valendzas from Altraform Every Sunday at 10 AM EST we've been hosting a show called Herb Talk. Please come us!
We talk about the ethics of foraging, books I recommend to help identify plants and easy plants to identify if you're a beginner.
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The information presented is for informational, reference, and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as a substitute for a diagnosis and/or treatment. All health-related questions should be directed to your healthcare provider.
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<figcaption>Dead Nettle Close up – It's a wonderful medicinal Plant! Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan (Click Here to View Picture)</figcaption></figure>Medicinal Uses
Dead Nettle has flavonoids, polyphenols compounds, and antioxidant properties, including quercetin which offers a broad range of health benefits, such as boosting the immune system, improving the cardiovascular system and gut microbiome.
This species also has anti-inflammatory properties, relieves pain helps prevent secondary sinus infections in the upper and lower respiratory tract caused by allergies.
Safety
Moderation is key, overuse of this plant can cause diarrhea.
Dosage
Nutritive Infusion:
A general rule for measuring out dried herbs:
1 oz per quart
2 oz per 1/2 gallon
Place the dried herb in a glass jar (be careful not to use a cold jar. It will break), pour just off the boil hot water over the herb and stir well and cover for 24 hours.
Strain the plant matter and put it in the compost. Drink all day long or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Tea
One heaping teaspoon of dried herb in one cup off the boil water. Let steep 10 minutes. Strain and drink as often desired.
Tincture
1-2 ml 3x/day (1:5 in 40%)
Food
Smoothies, salads, stir frys, casseroles
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<figcaption>Drying Dead Nettle to add to my teas. Picture by Brenda J. Sullivan (Click Here to View Picture)</figcaption></figure><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-default">
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