#herbal info

[renaissanceofherbs]

Dandelions are NOT just a weed(I hate that word, honestly). The leaves make a great green to add to a salad. All parts of the plant can be dried and used for tea(though you must be wary of roots grown in less-than-optimal soil). Dandelions are known for being high in nutrients, helping with cardiovascular health, and impoving your over-all immune health.

[inusmasha]

Sometimes it’s hard to read fanfic when you’re studying herbalism.. when they have the character preparing a tincture to use that same DAY!!?

Baby those dried herbs need to sit in that jar with high proof alcohol for at LEAST a month!

That’s why before the use of calendars ppl use to prepare their tinctures either on the new moon or full moon. A a full moon cycle is usually 28 days or so. And they would give the moon names so it’s easier to remember when/what month said tincture was bottled.

This is also why herbal medicine is prepare in small batches. You have to take your time preparing your bottles. Making sure everything is clean so you don’t end up with mold. Diluting your grain alcohol. Heckkk knowing when to pick your herbs for max potency! Drying your herbs! That takes a lot of time too!

I didn’t mean to rant lol

[witchyintention]

Pagan Pulse: Social Media Revolution

In a dramatic turn of events, the United States has officially banned TikTok, a move that has left millions of users searching for alternatives and ignited a surprising cultural rebellion. The unexpected winner? A Chinese app called Red Note (小红书 Xiǎo hóng shū), which has become the new digital haven for Americans looking to reclaim their online communities and creativity. This seismic shift comes as Pluto, the planet of transformation and upheaval, makes its long-anticipated move into Aquarius, a sign known for rebellion, innovation, and collective action.

TikTok Ban Sparks Outrage and Exodus

The U.S. government’s decision to ban TikTok, citing national security concerns over its Chinese ownership, has caused a ripple effect across the digital world. For years, TikTok has been a hub of cultural innovation, a platform where users across the globe shared everything from viral dances to political commentary. Now, as its American user base is cut off, the platform’s future hangs in the balance.

The ban has sparked intense debates about freedom of expression, government control, and the global reach of digital platforms. Many view the move as an overreach that disrupts communities built over years of shared content and creativity.

The Astrological Connection: Pluto in Aquarius

Pluto’s recent transition into Aquarius has set the stage for a cosmic upheaval that mirrors the dramatic changes unfolding in the digital world. Known as the planet of transformation, Pluto governs profound systemic shifts, while Aquarius rules innovation, rebellion, and collective progress. Together, these energies are driving a sweeping transformation in how we connect and create online.

As I noted in an earlier article on Medium, Pluto’s Big Move into Aquarius: 20-Year Cosmic Shift:

"Last time Pluto graced Aquarius, we saw the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. Think societal upheaval, revolutionary ideas, and technological innovation that reshaped human history. This energy doesn’t tiptoe — it bulldozes."

True to form, Pluto’s influence in Aquarius emphasizes decentralization and the redistribution of power. As TikTok users migrate to alternative platforms like Red Note, this shift embodies the Aquarian spirit of collective action and a desire to innovate beyond traditional systems.

Why Red Note? A Symbol of Resistance

Red Note’s sudden popularity is as much a statement as it is a practical shift. Its origins as a Chinese platform make it a poignant choice for Americans responding to the TikTok ban. The app’s rise demonstrates the resilience of digital communities and their willingness to embrace new platforms to stay connected.

This migration reflects a broader trend of users rejecting centralized control in favor of alternatives that align with their values. The collective embrace of Red Note signals a powerful act of defiance against perceived governmental overreach.

Global Ripple Effects

The U.S. isn’t the only country where TikTok’s future is in jeopardy. Nations like India and Australia, which have also restricted TikTok in the past, are closely observing the American exodus. Early reports suggest that users in these countries are exploring Red Note and similar platforms as potential replacements.

Meanwhile, TikTok is already feeling the impact of losing its U.S. audience. Without the vibrant contributions of its American user base, which has been central to its global appeal, the platform’s dominance faces significant challenges.

The Future of Social Media in the Age of Aquarius

Pluto’s influence in Aquarius is just beginning, and its energy will continue to challenge traditional systems and hierarchies in the coming years. The TikTok ban and the rise of Red Note may be the first of many transformations in the digital space. Decentralized platforms, user-driven movements, and unexpected alliances are likely to shape the future of social media.

For now, Red Note stands as a testament to the power of collective action and the resilience of online communities. Whether it becomes the next global sensation or a temporary refuge, its rapid ascent underscores one undeniable truth: the social media landscape is undergoing a revolution, and the people—not governments—are leading the charge.

As the age of Aquarius unfolds, one thing is clear: the digital world will never be the same. Follow @paganpulse for More like this.

[witch-of-the-creek]

Since dragons blood resin comes from a species of tree that is threatened, I’m working on a recipe to mimic the aroma of it

It’s not perfect, but these ingredients in combination get pretty close, no matter if it’s a tincture, oil, tea, or candle

In order of most to least, though it can be changed to individual preferences

Vanilla

Star anise

Citrus (preferably blood orange or grapefruit)

Bay leaf

Pear

This list is done without specific correspondences in mind, and only meant to replace the aroma of dragons blood resin

[los-plantalones]

I'm making plant ID brochures for my talk tomorrow. i'm discussing common "weeds" that you find in the garden that are useful either for food, medicine, or craft.

[800-dick-pics]

am i thankful for racially competent and culturally aware schooling, of course! but do i wish it was less..........normie

like i wish there was more i guess, talking about disabled and chronically ill birthing people, actual inclusive language surrounding birth and postpartum, talks about gay and trans births. I just feel drained everyday that i have to read about "the mother and father" when Im nb with a wife

its also like i have been a CH (certified herbalist) for 2 years and traditional herbalist for 12 so the herbal remedies portion of our textbook worries me!!!!! Its not that any of the information is going to kill or harm a pregnant person its that its not accurate enough!!! All of dosing I do is custom to 1 person, their weight, metabolism, their cultural beliefs/practice and unique to their needs! I dont even feel comfortable sharing herbal information on my personal bc i know how so many people run with the first thing they hear and never look into it again. Like i ALMOST have given a lot of people advice esp on how not to get pregnant and induce youre period to be unpregnant bc i know people NEED that information and I feel seeing people needing abortions but i feel so wrong publishing it. While i know how to go about making herbal medicine, taking it at high doses for a length of time, but not everyone has my training and experiences. So I find it off putting that my teachers would include any herbalist anything without instructions for prepping the herbs, dosages, risks/warnings and just basic herbal education esp when we are talking about keeping a pregnancy. Maybe im just younger, more "new school" but i fully believe we can have traditional healing modalities with science and inclusiveness

[khantheghostt]

Teas and Their Physical Benefits

I have a lot of random knowledge about tea, so I decided to share some, I may make one for Mentel benefits.

PHYSICAL BENIFICIAL TEAS

(TL;DR Peppermint and ginger teas are your best friends)

Sore Throat? Try:

Chamomile Tea (anti-inflammatory properties)

Ginger Tea  (anti-inflammatory and antibacterial)

Peppermint Tea ( anti-inflammatory) 

Green Tea ( has antioxidants and  anti-inflammatory)

Honey and Lemon Tea (antimicrobial and softens mucus)

Sage Tea ( anti-inflammatory)

Cinnamon Tea ( antimicrobial and helps with pain)

Turmeric Tea (anti-inflammatory and  antioxidant)

Joint Pain? Try:

Turmeric Tea ( anti-inflammatory)

Ginger Tea ( anti-inflammatory)

Green Tea ( anti-inflammatory and helps overall joint health)

Nettle Tea ( anti-inflammatory) WARNING: plant is spikey!

White Willow Bark Tea (natural pain-relieving) 

Boswellia Tea (anti-inflammatory and pain relief)

Yarrow Tea ( anti-inflammatory)

trouble falling asleep? Try:

Chamomile Tea (calming properties)

Valerian Root Tea (sedative effects) very affective but strong in taste

Lavender Tea ( calming properties)

Lemon Balm Tea (calming properties and  mild sedative effects)

Passionflower Tea ( calming properties and stress-reducer)

Magnolia Bark Tea (calming properties)

Trouble Staying Awake? Try:

Black Tea (contains caffeine)

Green Tea ( contains smaller amount of caffeine and antioxidants)

Yerba Mate ( contains caffeine and  theophylline)

Matcha Tea ( contains caffeine and antioxidants)

Ginger Tea ( stimulates circulation)

Have a fever? Try:

Peppermint Tea ( cooling effect)

Chamomile Tea ( calming properties)

Elderflower Tea (boosts immune-system and  anti-inflammatory)

 Ginger Tea ( supports digestion and helps with nausea) 

Lemon Balm Tea (boosts immune-system)

[biosehat101]

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[13thpythagoras]

yeah half of my blog is DIY healthcare because I can technically afford the monthly premiums but what am I getting? It's basically appendicitis / accident insurance, there's not much other value I see in western medicine. And if I do get appendicitis I'm headed to the Good Sam to plead a charity case, and if I get stuck with $80 k debt for appendicitis I'll just have to fight it. Paying the copays would probably be $20k anyway and premiums over the years, another $30k so what's a last $30k to bet I'll never need any of that bs?... I mean in Cuba they do this procedure for hundreds. I could fly NetJets to Mexico (and perhaps Mexico to Cuba) and get it done in either of those countries for a zero off the USA's cash price tag, but air ambulance Netjet with me inside dying of appendicitis doesn't sound too wise so medical tourism is still likely best left for preventative / elective procedures. (can I preventatively get my appendix removed lol)

But we have remedies to diseases capitalism can't crack because our remedies aren't constrained by the need to make a fascist-level-of-profit / monopolizer's-patent for big pharma.

Can we also unpack how Jonas Salk developed the polio vaccine for free and gave it away? Can we unpack the incentives for innovation at work there?

Why was Salk driven to innovate while going total George Washington mode on the victory lap, giving away his fascist prize to the public in exchange for immortality as a truly magnanimous man of the people.

Could it be?

More than just money incentivizes human beings to innovate in medicine?

Could it be, that perhaps more than money drives human action towards saving each other's very lives?

I definitely can't say this for a hospital, or a pharma corp, but I would cross the road to save your life. I would try, I would take a risk to do that, I wouldn't stick my hand out for a $100k of oncology bills like the hospital would, or they tell you to "i dunno i guess just go die of cancer ya brokeass" is what western medicine says. Even if you pay those bills, they won't cure you; you still hear from your provider who wears a pink ribbon "cancer is an incurable disease."

Then what are you researching? lmao

If western medicine is religiously committed to the idea that cancer is un-curable, why the pink ribbons?

Why flood the "awareness channels" with "awareness PSAs" for the most-well known disease on the planet? Could they possibly be doing that to hide something from the public / Google results?

Why do we spend a trillion a year on research for something for which we're religiously opposed to there being a cure?

Nothing adds up until you accept the truth seen by Rick Simpson et al, that western medicine can cure cancer easily they just can't patent that cure. That's the real problem, they can't MONOPOLIZE the many cures to cancer; they cannot control that capital as fascists so they deny that it could even exist as a possibility. Holy gaslights Batman!

[how the critics sound]No! Big⛽️💡 pharma billionaires would never ever ⛽️💡gaslight us! No! no ⛽️💡no no ⛽️💡no ⛽️💡no ⛽️💡no! I had a very charismatic chemistry professor in college and he said cancer has no cure and I believed him, he was so handsome! Science is never wrooooong raaaaaaaaaaa!!!!! I refuse to believe ⛽️💡Pfizer ⛽️💡would ever choose profit over saving lives! [/how the critics sound]

[ultimate-healing-blog]

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[inusmasha]

Also like what sort of questions do y’all have about using herbs in your fanfic? Like what do you need to know? I wanna help! Lol!

Like how to prepare simple herbal medicine?

A list of flower meanings? The magical/symbolic meanings of herbs?

Herbs archetypes? What planet they are ruled by? Lore?

How to make your own medical kit? What herbs would help out in the wild both for eating and fighting off enemies?

Is your character a street medic?

Is your character named after an herb or plant or flower?

Do you need to find out what herbs would be helpful in your story??

Please ask me!!

[witch-of-the-creek]

Fascinating flora #1.

Dandelions

I’m going to start with my favorite. Every time I talk to someone about dandelions, they bring up a different facet of why this plant is amazing.

Their flowers support pollinators- dandelions have wide flat flowers with the pollen close to the outside. This means they can be pollinated by just about any pollinator species. Their leaves do an especially good job of supporting caterpillars before they pupate.

They’re a diuretic, and may be helpful to passing kidney stones.

They have so many nutrients. So many. Calcium, iron, potassium, vitamins a and c. Their flowers have antioxidant properties, the whole plant has anti inflammatory effects.

They may be bitter, but add a rich flavor profile when baked into a quiche or seared into a sauce along with spinach, or cooked in a stir fry. If you enjoy the bitterness, that’s valid, but if you don’t, there’s many ways to cook parts of this plant. The flowers are more sweet. Every single part of the plant is edible save for the seeds, and there’s so many recipes that can be found from herbalists, cooks, green witches, and really anyone who likes to cook with plants.

Their roots act like drills and break apart hard soil for other plants to grow. They bring up valuable resources from deep in the sediment, such as calcium, iron, and magnesium.

They reduce erosion- their roots can go down to fifteen feet. They’re pioneer plants, among the first to move in after a disaster such as a fire or flood.

Now, for the witchy parts.

Consuming this plant is not just healthy and nutritious, it raises your intuition, and aids in divination. The plant itself is frequently connected to divination.

The puffs are said to grant a wish if you blow on them and release the seeds.

Their flowers are a huge sun correspondence, their deep roots are a good representation of earth, and the seeds are connected to air and spirit.

Their roots are also a symbol of protection, good to carry with you or place on a windowsill.

Sources-

[moss-coated-lady]

Plant Name:

Lavender

Description:

Lavender is a fragrant perennial herb with narrow, aromatic leaves and clusters of small purple flowers.

Medicinal Uses:

Lavender is commonly used in aromatherapy for its calming and relaxing properties. It can also be used to alleviate headaches, promote sleep, and soothe minor skin irritations.

Edible Parts:

The flowers of lavender are edible and can be used to flavor foods and beverages. They are often used in baking, teas, and infused oils.

Care Information:

Lavender thrives in well-drained soil and full sunlight.

Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Other Uses:

Lavender essential oil is used in perfumes, soaps, and skincare products.

Dried lavender flowers can be used in sachets and potpourris.

Caution:

While lavender is generally safe, excessive consumption may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions.

Notes:

Harvest lavender flowers in the morning after the dew has dried for the highest concentration of essential oils. Lavender attracts pollinators to the garden and repels pests such as mosquitoes and moths.

[amanhealthcare7]

Benefits of sweet lime Healthcare_tips

[magical-little-things]

Familiar with Spiral Rain?

I was doing some plant research which spiraled into witchy research which brought me here! I was curious if anyone has experience interacting with Spiral Rain and their company/blog and how it was. And also if anyone has seen their resources on their website, because it is EXTENSIVE! Pages of herbs and their uses and informative blog posts, especially for people like me who are still learning the basics. They seem wonderful, and have a shop where you can buy supplies as well, although I’m really only researching ATM.