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Kava: Nature's Liquid Courage

Posted by THT Steph on 21st May 2019

Kava: Nature's Liquid Courage

Kava is one of my very favorite of herbs for a number of things including sleep, pain, anxiety, and even liquid courage (no kidding). Kava comes from the Pacific Islands, where people have used it for centuries.  Kava is known to be a po … read more
Reading List for Aspiring Aromatherapists

Posted by THT Steph on 17th Apr 2019

Reading List for Aspiring Aromatherapists

I get asked quite often as to what books are good resources for different levels of essential oil know-how. I only recommend books that are authored by those who are practicing aromatherapists or are deeply rooted in the science of aromatherapy. I ha … read more
Dangers of Fake Essential  Oils

Posted by THT Steph on 13th Jan 2019

Dangers of Fake Essential Oils

My husband and I passed through the "essential oil" section at a local big box store and the shelves were nearly bought out! I was chilled to think about all of the unsuspecting families that are using them in their homes. It is frightening to thin … read more
Alcohol vs Glycerine Tinctures

Posted by THT Steph on 10th Jan 2019

Alcohol vs Glycerine Tinctures

Tinctures are liquid extracts that are made with alcohol as all or part of the combined extraction solvent. Following the extractive process, the tincture is then separated from the spent herb and is filtered. From there it is bottled as a single her … read more
Finding Real Essential Oils

Posted by THT Steph on 4th Apr 2018

Finding Real Essential Oils

When you are investing in something as important as essential oils, a product that you are going to use on and around your family, you must know what you are buying. Unfortunately, there is no way to know what you are getting when you buy from sites … read more
15 Medicinal Plants to Grow

Posted by THT Steph on 3rd Mar 2018

15 Medicinal Plants to Grow

A medicinal herb garden is easy to grow, are usually natural insect repellers, and contain amazing properties. My. list of 15 medicinal plants to grow are so easy to grow that sometimes you have to keep a tight rein on them to prevent them … read more