In-depth discussions about Herbalism, Functional and Integrative Health, and effective strategies for chronic health issues based on modern Phytotherapy, Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Herbalism. Your host is Tamara, a Licensed Midwife and Professional Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild, she has experience in the health field for over 20 years. Learn about herbs that can transform your well-being. Also, check out the Youtube Channel "Herbal Help by Tamara". Welcome! Schedule your health consultation under www.herbalhelp.net
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Would you like to book a health consultation for yourself or a loved one? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20-minute call to find out if you would like to book health consultations and how this would work. I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Sign up for the Herbal Inspiration Membership on Ko-Fi and get access to over 20 of my herbal videos, classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs safely and effectively! Topics of pre-recorded classes are Adaptogens, Herbs for the Nervous System, Medicinal Mushrooms, Immune Support, Hormonal Balance, Herbs for the Brain, Ayurveda, Herbal Oils, and more!
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Yes, herbs can support us in aging more gracefully! Happy, healthy aging means avoiding the typical diseases that make us miserable or lead to early death. What we need are effective medicinal plants that can help us stay fit and juicy, balance our stress hormones, immune system, blood sugar, and cholesterol, control inflammation, prevent cancer, and improve bone and skin health! Adaptogens tick many of these boxes, for example, Medicinal Mushrooms like Cordyceps and Reishi, He Shou Wu (Fo-Ti), Ginseng, Ashwagandha and Schisandra. Astragalus for immunity, Turmeric as an anti-inflammatory, and Gotu Kola for nerve, skin and bone health!
Give a health consultation as a meaningful Christmas gift to a loved one! Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20-minute call to find out if you would like to book health consultations and how this would work. I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Sign up for the Herbal Inspiration Membership on Ko-Fi and get access to over 20 of my herbal videos, classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs safely and effectively! Topics of pre-recorded classes are Adaptogens, Herbs for the Nervous System, Medicinal Mushrooms, Immune Support, Hormonal Balance, Herbs for the Brain, Ayurveda, Herbal Oils, and more!
Your monthly or one-time contribution through the Ko-Fi membership https://ko-fi.com/tamaraherbalist supports the creation of this podcast and my YouTube Channel! Thank you!
Today I'm sharing some insights and practical tips for herbalists who are thinking to get started with helping people through health consultations. This episode is an interesting glimpse into the work of a clinical herbalist, a behind-the-scenes of my daily work. This is also of interest to anyone considering consulting with me or an herbalist in general. How does it work? What to expect? What is the purpose of the initial consultation and the follow-up after one month? What are some of the practical tools I use to make everything run smoothly and effectively? I'll give you a complete rundown of all the steps to ensure the best possible outcomes for my clients.
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly or just for a meet and greet! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
If you sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi you will get the Zoom link to upcoming classes, and you will immediately unlock the video recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos, classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way! Topics of past classes are Herbs for the Nervous System, Medicinal Mushrooms, Immune Support, Hormonal Balance, Herbs for the Brain, and more!
I'm looking forward to being with you! Classes include a Q&A part with me, to answer all of your herbal questions, and to share which herbs you are taking and your experience with them so students can learn from each other in a classroom setting. We are a really lovely group of people from different parts of the world and would love to welcome you!
Medicinal Mushrooms and How to Use them Clinically #47
Episode 47
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 • Duration 43:22
Medicinal Mushrooms can be a powerful part of an herbal health protocol. Let's look at some case studies of my clients, to illustrate how mushrooms fit into a health plan and can help to address the underlying cause of immune system imbalance, allergies, skin conditions like asthma and eczema, memory loss, brain function, anxiety, insomnia, cancer prevention, and fatigue.
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Come and join the monthly herbal online classes! Our next topic is the nervous system and we will dive deep into herbs like Gotu Kola, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Rhodiola, Gingko, Valerian, Nutmeg, Turmeric, Kava e Lavender. Each of these herbs works in a totally different way, so it's important to understand how we would exactly use them. Ayurveda gives us good insights into the underlying root causes of nervous system imbalance and how this is related to digestive issues. What you will learn applies to nervousness, stress, anxiety, moodiness, and insomnia, but also seemingly unrelated problems like digestive, hormonal, skin, allergies, and other imbalances that can have their origin in a nervous system imbalance.
Mark your calendar and join me live to get your questions answered!
Monday 13th of March (part 1), Monday 17th of April (part 2)
Happy Herb Cacao #46
Episode 46
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • Duration 34:00
We all know Cacao as the wonderful plant that chocolate is made of, but its benefits go way beyond that! Cacao has medicinal properties, is high in antioxidants and can energize you gently and lift your mood! I will share my experience of living for several years on a Cacao farm in Brazil, and the process of harvesting, fermenting, drying and roasting the cacao beans. You will also learn the best way to make a tea of cacao, which is not by using the nibs or beans, but by using the husk! The beans/nibs are high in fat, so water extraction (tea) is not the best way to use them. Of course, the main medicine is in the beans, which is the main part to use medicinally, and a moderate daily dose of them can give many health benefits, and tastes delicious!
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Get access to my herbal online classes! Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will immediately unlock the video recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos, classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way! These are some of the topics that you will learn about: Medicinal Mushrooms, Herbs for Winter Depression, Cold and Flu Remedies, Immune Support, Hormonal Balance, Herbs for the Brain, and more!
Join my free herbal channel on Telegram! You just have to download and set up the Telegram App on your phone first (it's easy!), then
My Rosehip, Ginger and Garlic Experiment #45
Episode 45
Thursday, January 12, 2023 • Duration 36:45
I took a combination of Rosehips, Garlic, and Ginger for the immune-boosting benefits for over two months, and in this episode, I share with you what I learned and the results on my health. I took Rosehips in different ways, a few that I harvested myself, but mainly the dried rosehips or powdered rosehips that I bought by the pound. I soaked them, had them for breakfast and in smoothies, and made really strong deep red tea. The powder does contain also the seeds which are high in galactolipids, proven to improve joint pain in several studies.
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Would you like to come to my online classes on zoom? We have exciting topics coming up, and the reduced price is available for all who sign up before the end of December! You can ask me your questions directly, in class, that's what I most enjoy about these classes, that we can actually discuss and interact. Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will be notified about the next classes. You also get access to the recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos and mini-classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way!
Our nervous system, digestion and immune function are three areas to pay attention to during the holidays. Adaptogenic herbs help us to deal with stress, calming nervines keep everyone chill during family gatherings, and it's a good idea to take some carminative herbs to help us digest all that nice yummy food to minimize the damage and regret. Don't leave your herbs at home in case you go traveling, this is a time when you probably need them the most!
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Would you like to come to my online classes on zoom? We have exciting topics coming up, and the reduced price is available for all who sign up before the end of December! You can ask me your questions directly, in class, that's what I most enjoy about these classes, that we can actually discuss and interact. Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will be notified about the next classes. You also get access to the recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos and mini-classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way!
Blend Your Own Delicious and Healthy Herbal Seasonal Tea #43
Episode 43
Friday, December 9, 2022 • Duration 38:01
Let's formulate an herbal winter tea blend! Or actually, no matter what the season is currently, let's learn about some basic herbal formulation principles which take climate and season into account. This is what's in my favorite decoction at the moment and how I make it: First I boil a few slices of Ginger with Dandelion root and a teaspoon full of my so-called Chai base (freshly ground up Cinnamon, Cardamom, Clove and long Pepper/Pippali), and I simmer this for 30 minutes. Then I add my aromatic flowers and leaves, Chrysanthemum, Tulsi and Spearmint and steep for 5 to 10 minutes. To balance the bitterness I sometimes add a few green dried Stevia leaves or chopped Licorice root for sweetness. Can you guess the therapeutic benefits of this combination? How could you adapt this blend to YOUR specific needs and seasonal circumstances? Maybe you want to add a bit of Eleuthero root for more energy, Burdock to keep your skin clear through liver support, or something moistening/demulcent to balance the potential dryness of the herb blend, like Linden (Tilia) or Marshmallow root, or maybe some extra digestive support with Fennel and Anise. It's more about grasping the concept and experimenting for yourself! Enjoy!
Would you like to come to my online classes on zoom? We have exciting topics coming up, and the reduced price is available for all who sign up before the end of December! You can ask me your questions directly, in class, that's what I most enjoy about these classes, that we can actually discuss and interact. Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will be notified about the next classes. You also get access to the recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos and mini-classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way!
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Are Elderberries Overrated? Herbs to Strengthen Immunity #42
Episode 42
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 • Duration 31:07
Elderberry, Garlic, Turmeric, Echinacea, Astragalus, and Ginger are some of the many herbs available to us, to make sure we have healthy and strong immunity in the colder season. But.... what to do if Elderberries are sold out again at the herb store? No worries at all, in this episode we'll dive deep into what is so special (but not unique) about Elderberries, these deep red plant pigments called anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid. Luckily we don't find them exclusively in Elderberries but also in many deep red, purple, blue, or black fruits and veggies. Just to name a few, blackberries, aronia berries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, black plums, cherries, dark grapes, pomegranates, purple cabbage, red onions, purple corn, black beans, black rice, and black soybeans. Instead of buying overpriced elderberry syrup from the pharmacy, we can find some of these alternatives in the grocery store or in nature. These plant pigments have so many health benefits, for the heart, arteries, and brain and to fight inflammation and free radicals, that it is a good idea to incorporate them into your diet on a daily basis.
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Would you like to come to my online classes on zoom? We have exciting topics coming up, and the reduced price is available for all who sign up before the end of December! You can ask me your questions directly, in class, that's what I most enjoy about these classes, that we can actually discuss and interact. Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will be notified about the next classes. You also get access to the recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos and mini-classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way!
Not Getting Results with Herbs? Likely Reasons #41
Episode 41
Sunday, October 30, 2022 • Duration 44:04
"I have tried everything." This is a phrase I sometimes hear from my clients. Looking at what they actually tried so far, which herbs and dosages, I must say, no, the herbs are definitely not to blame for the lack of results. High expectations on one herb (the miracle herb! it must exist! ...no it doesn't...), as opposed to a complete health protocol that might include several herbs and supplements to get somebody better, and also the lack of knowledge about dose, how quickly or slowly a certain herb works, and for how long you have to take it to get results are the most likely reasons why someone hasn't gotten the health results they wished for so far.
Would you like to work with me one-on-one and book your Online Health Consultation? Send me a message through the contact form on my website: www.herbalhelp.net Or click on my calendar to book a free 20 min call to get your questions answered directly and see if we are a good fit! I am a professional, clinical Herbalist registered with the American Herbalists Guild and would love to give you personalized help!
Would you like to come to my live classes on zoom? We have exciting topics coming up, more about adaptogens and tonic herbs, herbs for immunity and digestion. You can ask me your questions directly, in class, that's what I most enjoy about these classes, that we can actually discuss and interact. Please sign up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi and you will be notified about the next classes. You also get access to the recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos and mini-classes, and to the whole class of last week and some herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way!
Join my free herbal channel on Telegram! Follow my updates about the herbs I'm taking, planting, or harvesting in nature! You just have to download and set up the Telegram App on your phone first (it's easy!), then
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If you are already signed up for the Herb Student Membership on Ko-Fi you will get the zoom link, the recording of the class, and you will immediately unlock the video recordings of 20plus of my herbal videos, classes, and herbal case studies! A lot of great material to help you learn and deepen your understanding of medicinal herbs and empower you to use herbs in a safe and effective way! Topics of past classes are Herbs for Winter Depression, Cold and Flu Remedies, Immune Support, Hormonal Balance, Herbs for the Brain, and more!
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox, Audible Podcast Addict and more, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback! Do you have a question about health and herbs? You can also leave a voice message below.
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox, Audible Podcast Addict and more, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback! Do you have a question about health and herbs? You can also leave a voice message below.
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox, Audible Podcast Addict and more, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback! Do you have a question about health and herbs? You can also leave a voice message below.
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other apps, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback!
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox, Audible Podcast Addict and more, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback! Do you have a question about health and herbs? You can also leave a voice message below.
If you like the show please let others know and write me a review! You can rate me on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Castbox, Audible Podcast Addict and more, and it's super easy, just click on this link.
This show is meant for educational purposes only. This is not health advice.
Please send me a message through the contact form on my website. I love to hear from my listeners and get feedback! Do you have a question about health and herbs? You can also leave a voice message below.
