Cedarwood is one of the biblical essential oils and this particular species is the most closely related to Cedars of Lebanon. It has the rare ability of being a stimulant to the circulatory system while also being a sedative to the nervous system. Cedarwood has a great affinity for the skin, nervous and respiratory systems, it is used for spiritual communication and emotion balancing. Cedrus atlantica Family: Pinaceae (conifer) Actions Antibacterial Antifungal Anti-infecti

Also called: Digestives, Stomachics Bitter herbs promote the flow of digestive juices when tasted, benefiting digestion through a stimulating action. Bitterness triggers taste receptors that signal the body to prepare for digestion — increasing saliva, stomach acid, bile, and enzyme production before food even arrives. What they do: Stimulate the flow of digestive juices when tasted Benefit and stimulate overall digestion Have a direct effect on the nervous system and the gut

A subcategory of alteratives Adaptogens enhance the body's ability to deal with emotional, physical, mental, and environmental stress. Rather than affecting one specific area of the body, they have a general effect on the whole system — though they show particular affinity for the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems, making them especially useful for stress-related and stress-induced conditions. Through hormone-modulating action, they increase the body's resistance and end

The cardiovascular system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body, sends waste to the respiratory and urinary systems for removal, and regulates body temperature. This system is intertwined with the lymphatic system to filter and return blood, and the digestive system to provide nutrients delivered via the blood. This system includes the heart, blood, arteries, veins, and capillaries, which are the “river of life” to the body. Blood ​The blood is know

The liver is the second largest organ in the body which controls many functions essential for maintaining life. It produces bile, which aids digestion, filters out waste, toxins, and poisons in the blood, synthesizes nutrients, regulates blood sugar, processes hormones, manufactures antibodies and even stores vitamins and minerals. This organ does much more and is so complex, it is second only to the brain in body function. The liver can even regenerate itself when injured!

This tea blend starts calming and relaxing the moment you inhale it, before even making a cup of tea. The herbs in this blend all have an affinity for the heart and work on a physical and emotional level. It can be used for insomnia and sleeplessness, to calm the nerves, relieve anxiety and stress, uplift the mood and help when suffering with grief. On a physical level it can reduce blood pressure and protect the heart. Ingredients 2 parts hawthorn berry powder 1 part cinna

There are more than 10,000 varieties of cultivated roses and thousands of wild varieties. They are not only beautiful to look at and fragrant to smell, but as a bonus, they are loaded with healing properties. Rose is a two for one plant, with petals during the summer and hips in the fall and winter. Rosa, many species Family: Rosaceae - rose, apple Parts used: petals, fruits (hips) Best species for medicinal use. They should have a strong fragrance with no pesticides or chemi

Lavender is the most universal of all herbs, it is gentle and safe for children and the elderly and can be used for just about anything. When in doubt of what to use reach for lavender! Lavendula angustifolia Family: Lamiaceae - mint Parts used: blossoms, leaves What's in a Name - Lavendula angustifolia Lavendula stems from the Latin word, lavare which means "to wash". The name is in reference to its traditional use as a cleaner. Angustifolia means "narrow leaved" in referenc

Also known as mayflower for in England it flowers in May, this is the same plant the pilgrim's ship was named for. Well known as one of the best heart supporting plants out there. It is best used as a long-term tonic to be taken every day as a nourishing "food" for the heart. Diet and nutrition play a critical role in heart health as well. Crataegus sp. (over 800 species) Family: Rosaceae - rose Subfamily: Almond - Apple, fleshy fruit, five-pointed star on bottom. There are