Heritage Home~Place Herbals

We love gathering with others to learn about simple ways to  live a healthier life. Our April class was so much fun! The focus for this class was nourishing and strengthening our bodies through nutrition via herbs, spices and whole foods. We had some lively conversations about 'chicken feet'! You would have had to be there!  :-) Classroom Setting We usually meet at the home place.  But, due to renovation in our home,  we utilized a lovely room in the Old School in Cameron, MO. Daughter, Leah I love it when my daughters are able to help me at each class! Herbal Tasters Tasting the different herbal preparations is a great way to introduce the medicinal properties. When you taste a 'bitter' herbal preparation, you will always think about your digestive system and the benefits that 'bitters' role in digestive health. Nutritive Tea Blend This blend is made with lovely herbs that support and nourish our body sys...

Cold and Flu Season is upon us. How can we help our body to remain healthier during  this season?  One recipe that our family uses as a preventive measure and as a remedy during illness is Fire Cider. Fire Cider is a lovely, spicy drink made with several ingredients that build the immune system as well as fight against viral and bacterial infections. "Fire Cider" is a term that renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar made popular through her many books, classes, herb courses and teachings. The basic recipe includes: Apple Cider Vinegar (with the mother) Ginger, Hot Peppers, Onions,  Garlic, Horseradish and Honey. However, there are other ingredients that can be added that have cold/flu fighting properties. Let's look at some ingredients:     Apple Cider Vinegar We are talking about raw, organic ACV with the 'mother'. ACV is full of vitamins and trace minerals! It helps support the systems of the body in a va...

Well it is February and I'm planning my gardens! I received my Elderberry cuttings from  River Hills Harvest With cold and flu season in full swing there is  relief and healing from Elderberries. Elderberries are known for the prevention of an upper respiratory infection and helps to  shorten the duration of a cold or the flu. The berries help coughs, sore throats, asthma and flu. Elderberries do grow wild here in Missouri. Commercial elderberry crops are becoming more popular however. Elderberries are used for wine making, dietary supplements, jams and pies. My personal interest in growing Elderberry bushes is the medicinal properties of the berries and the flowers. A great way for you to learn about making  herbal remedies is to join our monthly group meetings here at Heritage Home~Place. Our 'Lifestyle of Living' health and wellness group meets on the first Tuesday of each month. It is a fun hands-on learning ...