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 ...

The herbalist Jade Marks shares three simple recipes for calming, restorative drinks. By Alex Tudela For anyone skeptical about the medicinal power of plants, the 27-year-old herbalist Jade Marks is ...

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From a relaxing nightcap to an energizing morning blend, making your own herbal teas is easy and generally more sustainable than commercial options. Certain herbal ingredients have been shown to have ...

Making a first aid kit doesn’t have to mean buying tubes of pre-made ointments and salves, it can be as easy as harvesting plants from your own garden or from nature. On this week’s episode of Peak ...

For generations, the Appalachian forests have held a veritable pharmacy for those who know where to look. From sassafras to mountain mint, wild herbs have helped cure headaches, fevers, nerves and ...

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Unlock the fullest potential of green tea extract, which controls oil, tightens your pores, and soothes irritation, keeping your skin clear and healthy with an instant glow. (Image Credits: Pinterest) ...