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Herb Mentor Radio

LearningHerbs.com

Welcome to Herb Mentor Radio, your go-to herbal podcast for exploring the transformative world of herbs and herbal medicine, brought to you by LearningHerbs. Join host Tara Ruth as she interviews herbalists, sharing inspiring stories, practical tips, and time-tested wisdom. Discover how herbs can enhance your health, enrich your meals, and support your everyday life. Whether you’re a beginner to herbal education, curious about natural remedies, or an experienced herbalist seeking fresh

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50:33

Gabe Garms: Supercharge Your Herbal Allies with the...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/11/17

Herbalist and artisanal miso maker Gabe Garms joins us to chat about herbal misos, regenerative farming, and fermentation. Before I met Gabethis past summer, I thought that miso could only be made with soybeans. Little did I know that miso can be made with ingredients like dandelion root, mushrooms, and even bacon. Gabe opened my eyes to the exciting world of herbal misos — including how incredibly nutrient-dense they are — and his creativity and vast knowledge of fermentation totally blew

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Herb Notes: 3 Modern Benefits for an Ancient Spice

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/11/02

In recent years, turmeric (Curcuma longa) has exploded in popularity. Chances are your favorite coffeeshop might now even include a golden milk turmeric latte on the menu. Turmeric, however, is not just a fad: this vibrant herb is a traditional Ayurvedic remedy with centuries’ of use as a traditional remedy.Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of turmeric. And after learning these 3 benefits of turmeric, you might be wondering how you can learn more about other

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55:23

Lisa Fazio: Italian-American Folk Herbalism

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/10/19

Lisa Fazio takes us on a journey through Italian-American folk herbalism, the healing power of food as medicine, and the medicinal properties of herbs like garlic, St. John’s wort, and olive.She shares her personal stories and ancestral wisdom, making this conversation a true gift for anyone passionate about herbal traditions. When we first came across Lisa’s new book, Della Medicina: The Tradition of Italian-American Folk Healing, we knew we had to invite her to the show. Her book is a

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2:41

Herb Notes: Cinnamon– An Ally For Digestion, The...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/09/29

With its familiar sweet and pungent taste, cinnamon is a common spice that makes an exceptionally tasty addition to every meal it graces. Cinnamon’s gifts go far beyond its flavor, however: in fact, herbalists know that cinnamon offers many healing gifts.Want to learn more about the gifts of cinnamon? Let’s dive into three key health benefits of cinnamon… Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of cinnamon. And after learning these 3 benefits ofcinnamon, you might

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66:58

Lucretia VanDyke: Listening When the Plants Talk

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/09/15

Chatting with Lucretia VanDyke for the first time ever immediately felt like catching up with a dear friend — we were totally transported and never wanted the conversation to end. Lucretia is a phenomenal storyteller who weaves her tales with reverence, humor, and thorough research. As one of the foremost experts on Southern folk healing arts, she integrate rituals, plant spirit meditation, holistic food and herbal medicine, and ancestor reverence into people's practices. She is the author

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2:40

Herb Notes: Rosemary's Benefits—Digestive Health,...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/09/01

Rosemary is most popularly known as a tasty culinary herb. Indeed, rosemary’s aromatic leaves have a special place in many beloved dishes — adding a distinct, pungent taste. Herbalists know, though, that rosemary’s beneficial properties extend far beyond its flavor: this fragrant herb boasts many healing gifts.Want to learn more about the many gifts of rosemary? Let's dive into three key health benefits of rosemary… Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of

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55:59

Asia Suler: The Power of Plant Communication

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/08/17

Have you ever had one of those moments in life when suddenly everything change? There's a before this moment and an after this moment — and nothing will ever be the same. That's how Tara and I felt after meeting Asia Suler.Asia Suler is an herbalist and earth intuitive. She began her journey after began her journey after early years of chronic pain and illness. The experience— which pushed her into a deep search for healing, both within and without— led her to the altar of the green

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2:42

Herb Notes: Mullein’s Miracles - From Dry Coughs to...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/07/28

I saw mullein (Verbascum spp.) growing all around me for years before I knew its name, let alone its many healing gifts. Now when I see mullein growing upwards of 7 feet tall by sidewalks and trailsides alike, I smile and say hi to this nourishing plant ally.Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of mullein. And after learningthe benefits of mullein, you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs... Well, here’s the easy way to learn more

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63:41

Jiling Lin: Understanding the Five Elements

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/07/14

I have been waiting for years to get to dive deep into the Five Elements on HerbMentor Radio, so it was a special treat when Jiling Lin stopped by to chat with us about the principles of Five Elements.Jiling Lin is a Licensed Acupuncturist, herbalist, and artist. Her integrative medical practice in Ventura, CA and holistic workshops, retreats, and writings empower thriving health and environmental stewardship in our bodies, communities, and world. In our conversation with Jiling, she drew

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2:46

Herb Notes: The Benefits of Linden

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/06/30

With its heart shaped leaves and fragrant flowers, linden (Tilia spp. and akalime tree) is a beautiful tree often found on city blocks. While most people value linden trees for their beauty and shade, herbalists know that linden flowers also offer many healing gifts. Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of linden. And after learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs... Well, here’s the easy way to learn more

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53:28

Christopher Hobbs: Demystifying Medicinal Mushrooms

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/06/23

Christopher Hobbs is a world-renowned, fourth-generation herbalist, licensed acupuncturist, and mycologist with a passion for medicinal mushrooms. He’s also a prolific author, and his most recent book isChristopher Hobb’s Medicinal Mushrooms: The Essential Guide, which we highly recommend as a trusted resource on mushrooms. Though Tara and I are both pretty well-versed in the world of plants, neither of us are as familiar with mushrooms. So it was an extra special treat to get to sit down

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2:21

Herb Notes: Lemon Balm—Real Aroma-Therapy and...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/06/02

When life gives you lemon balm, you're in luck! With its uplifting citrusy scent, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) certainly is a balm for the soul. Beloved by herbalists and pollinators alike, this abundant plants makes a wonderful addition to any herb garden. Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of lemon balm. And after learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering how you can learn more about other common herbs... Here’s the easy way to learn more about our

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46:11

Chamomile, Herbs for Hair Growth, and Garden...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/05/12

John and Tara answer somehairyherbal questions today. Since LearningHerbs' began twenty years ago, we've gotten so many incredible questions about herbal medicine from our community, and we're excited to discuss a few of them today. So sit back, brew up a relaxing cup of chamomile tea, and enjoy our deep dive into questions like... What herbs are good for hair growth? Whatelse is chamomile tea good for? And what herbs should I plant together? In this episode we dive into the benefits of

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Herb Notes: The Heart of Hawthorn

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/05/04

Let's get to the heart of the matter, shall we? When it comes to hawthorn, the first thing herbalists tend to think about is the organ that pumps blood throughout our bodies: the heart. And while hawthorn can be a wonderful herbal ally for the heart, there's so much more to know about hawthorn's benefits beyond its affinity for the cardiovascular system. Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of hawthorn. And after learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering

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John & Tara: Herbs for Spring

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/04/13

Spring is (finally) here! With this season of new growth and warmer days, comes the opportunity to connect with all the plants freshly sprouting up around us.In your neighborhood you might notice "weeds" like cleavers, chickweed, plantain, and dandelion. Or perhaps you're tending your own herb garden and getting to watch the seeds you planted transform into tiny but mighty seedlings.If you're ready to deepen your connection with the plants this season and learn how you can support your body

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2:46

Herb Notes: Going Beyond Chamomile Tea with 3 Key...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/04/02

As one of the most popular herbal teas in the world, this calming herb has managed to find a special place in many of our hearts — and our supermarkets! Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a gentle herb that is most well known for soothing our nerves, but its gifts go far beyond nervous system support. Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of chamomile flowersAfter learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering how you can learn more about chamomile... Well,

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2:46

Herb Notes: Going Beyond Chamomile Tea with 3 Key...

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/04/02

As one of the most popular herbal teas in the world, this calming herb has managed to find a special place in many of our hearts — and our supermarkets! Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a gentle herb that is most well known for soothing our nerves, but its gifts go far beyond nervous system support.Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of chamomile flowersAfter learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering how you can learn more about chamomile...Well, here’s the

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54:53

Maria Christodoulou: Celebrating Greek Herbalism

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/03/17

Maria Christodoulou had been living in New York City for years when she decided it was finally time to move to Greece and dive more fully into the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medicine. This journey took her to Athens where she currently offers educational tours and classes steeped in ancestral herbal medicine and mythology. In this episode of HerbMentor Radio, Maria weaves personal stories, science, and history together to offer us a beautiful peek into traditional and

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54:53

Maria Christodoulou: Celebrating Greek Herbalism

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/03/17

Maria Christodoulou had been living in New York City for years when she decided it was finally time to move to Greece and dive more fully into the wisdom and whimsy of ancient Greek herbal medicine. This journey took her to Athens where she currently offers educational tours and classes steeped in ancestral herbal medicine and mythology.In this episode of HerbMentor Radio, Maria weaves personal stories, science, and history together to offer us a beautiful peek into traditional and contemporary

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Herb Notes: Echinacea, Three Benefits and One Caution

Herb Mentor Radio ·

2024/03/03

Oh echinacea, how I love thee! This beautiful plant, also known as purple coneflower, not only supports pollinators with its abundant blooms but also offers many benefits for us humans too. Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia, E. purpurea) is most well-known for helping to address colds and flu, but its gifts go far beyond internal immune support. Follow along with herbalist Tara Ruth to learn about 3 benefits of echinacea. And after learning these 3 benefits you might be wondering how you

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