I still remember the first time I reached for white willow bark. My head was pounding, I was trying to stay away from over-the-counter pain relievers, and I felt stuck. I had read that white willow is ...

A few winters ago, I found myself constantly battling a nagging cough that wouldn’t go away. I had tried all the usual herbal teas and balms, but nothing quite hit the spot. Having asthma, I struggle ...

Partner blog First Ways shows how to make plant extract tinctures for those who don't want to use alcohol (especially on their kids). Partner blog First Ways shows how to make plant extract tinctures ...

You don’t always realize how often you pour a glass of wine or have drinks with friends until you try a Dry January. That is, of course, the point of going a month without drinking: It helps you ...

Let's face it: Vanilla beans are pricey. Each is priced at $3, $4 or more, and some vanilla extracts can run nearly $4 an ounce. Vanilla beans can last for years if stored properly, but they can dry ...