Herbalism

Herbal Steams for Respiratory Health and Beyond

Herbal Steams for Respiratory Health and Beyond

Herbal steams are a powerful, time-honored remedy for winter congestion, working by hydrating dry mucous membranes, loosening stubborn mucus, and delivering antimicrobial plant compounds directly to your respiratory system. Using...

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5 Hard Lessons I Learned in 2024

5 Hard Lessons I Learned in 2024

In 2024, five core lessons stood out: understanding histamine intolerance and the nervous system’s role in chronic illness; realizing that nervous system regulation—not perfection—is key to true healing; accepting and...

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Why TCM Says to Skip the Cold Drinks

Why TCM Says to Skip the Cold Drinks

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the balance of hot and cold energies within the body is foundational for health. Excess heat can trigger inflammation, rashes, and anxiety, while excess cold can...

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How to Make a Fall Simmer Pot

How to Make a Fall Simmer Pot

Simmer pots offer more than just a cozy scent—they're a traditional, low-tox ritual that humidifies dry air, supports respiratory health, and infuses the home with the natural antimicrobial benefits of...

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How to Make a Flower Essence

How to Make a Flower Essence

Making a flower essence is a deeply intentional process that captures the living spirit of a plant, not just its physical properties. It’s less about harvesting and more about relationship...

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How to Revive Struggling Tomato Plants

How to Revive Struggling Tomato Plants

Our community shared tried-and-true tips to bring sad tomato plants back to life, from enriching your soil with compost and organic fertilizers (like tomato food and fish emulsion) to homemade...

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5 Cooling Herbs for Summer

5 Cooling Herbs for Summer

Cooling herbs like mint, hibiscus, marshmallow root, lemon balm, and rose help regulate body temperature, soothe inflammation, and calm the nervous system during hot summer months. Whether you’re sipping iced...

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Stocking Stuffers For Everyone On Your List

Stocking Stuffers For Everyone On Your List

From immune-boosting elderberry syrups and lung-supporting botanicals to gut-healing probiotics and adrenal-adaptogen blends, this curated list shows how targeted herbs and supplements can be tailored to meet specific needs—whether for...

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Herbal Formulas For Kids

Herbal Formulas For Kids

Strengthening kids’ immunity doesn’t have to mean reaching for OTC meds—herbal formulas like Elderberry Elixir, Chest Comfort Syrup, and Spring Defense Tonic offer gentle, effective support through seasonal bugs, digestive...

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Top 5 Herbal Formulas For Moms

Top 5 Herbal Formulas For Moms

Motherhood can feel like a nonstop shift—with little time for self-care. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favorite herbal formulas to help moms restore energy, boost mood, and stay grounded....

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The OO Team's Herbal Book Recommendations

The OO Team's Herbal Book Recommendations

Whether you’re just starting your herbal journey or looking to expand your apothecary bookshelf, this curated list of herbal books from the Organic Olivia team offers something for everyone. From...

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Meet the Herb: Fenugreek

Meet the Herb: Fenugreek

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a warming, mucilaginous seed used traditionally to support digestion, regulate blood sugar, soothe inflammation, and promote lactation. Its bitter flavor stimulates digestive secretions, while its demulcent...

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What Is An Herbal Vinegar?

What Is An Herbal Vinegar?

Herbal vinegars are a powerful, alcohol-free way to extract minerals and medicinal properties from herbs using vinegar as the solvent. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a favorite for its blood...

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Meet the Herb: Bitter Melon

Meet the Herb: Bitter Melon

Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) is a potent metabolic herb traditionally used in Ayurveda to support insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation. Known for its distinct bitter taste, it stimulates digestion,...

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Meet the Herb: Gymnema

Meet the Herb: Gymnema

Gymnema sylvestre’s true power lies in its ability to rewire how your body perceives and metabolizes sugar, making sweet foods less appealing at the taste bud and brain level through...

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Meet the Herb: Lemon Balm

Meet the Herb: Lemon Balm

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a gentle, citrus-scented herb traditionally used to calm the nervous system, uplift mood, and support immunity. Native to the Mediterranean but widely grown, it's known...

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Meet the Herb: Rosemary

Meet the Herb: Rosemary

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a powerful aromatic and bitter herb traditionally used to support memory, digestion, circulation, and mood. With its warming energetics and active compounds like carnosic and rosmarinic...

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Meet the Herb: Bee Balm

Meet the Herb: Bee Balm

Bee Balm is a fiery, diffusive herb that shines as a respiratory and immune ally, breaking up stagnant mucus, easing fevers by promoting circulation and sweat, and soothing digestive upset...

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All About Rosehips: The Multifaceted Fruit

All About Rosehips: The Multifaceted Fruit

Rose hips go far beyond Vitamin C—they contain galactolipids and polyphenols that ease post-exercise inflammation, support connective tissue, and nourish the cardiovascular system. Their Qi-moving properties benefit the joints and...

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4 Herb Routines from the OO Team

4 Herb Routines from the OO Team

Craving a fresh start or curious about building your own daily herbal routine? We asked the Organic Olivia team to share their personal stacks—customized for their individual goals, constitutions, and...

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Meet the Herb: Myrrh

Meet the Herb: Myrrh

Myrrh isn’t just ceremonial—it’s metabolically intelligent. With its warming, scraping, and blood-invigorating qualities, it supports the body’s natural detox pathways by moving stagnant lymph and liver Qi while also lighting...

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Meet the Herb: Schisandra

Meet the Herb: Schisandra

Schisandra’s standout gift lies in its ability to “contain the leak”—calming scattered energy and restoring vitality when stress, overthinking, or fatigue leave us feeling depleted. Its sour, astringent nature makes...

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Meet the Herb: Bacopa

Meet the Herb: Bacopa

A revered Ayurvedic herb used for over 5,000 years, Bacopa is a cognitive tonic and adaptogen that helps clear mental fog, support thyroid function, and nourish the nervous system. With...

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Meet the Herb: Yarrow

Meet the Herb: Yarrow

Yarrow is a fierce yet gentle herbal ally—known as the great harmonizer for its ability to bring balance to the body. With a long legacy in folk medicine and myth,...

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Meet the Herb: Horsetail

Meet the Herb: Horsetail

Resilient and mineral-rich, Horsetail is a powerhouse herb that supports strong hair, nails, skin, bones, and connective tissue from the inside out. Rich in silica—a key compound for collagen production...

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The Difference Between Teas and Tinctures

The Difference Between Teas and Tinctures

The choice between teas and tinctures isn’t about which is better—it’s about what best fits your body, lifestyle, and goals. Teas shine when you want hydration, ritual, and mineral-rich nourishment,...

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The Magic of Tea

The Magic of Tea

Tea isn't just a comfort—it’s a potent method of herbal extraction that delivers vitamins, minerals, and active compounds while creating space for presence and emotional regulation. The act of preparing...

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Meet the Herb: Mimosa

Meet the Herb: Mimosa

Mimosa is emotional alchemy—gently transforming stagnant grief, irritability, and tension into lightness and connection. Known as the “collective happiness herb,” it regulates mood through serotonin and GABA pathways while easing...

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Rose Rice Pudding

Rose Rice Pudding

This rose rice pudding is a floral-forward, soul-soothing recipe that brings together warming spices like cardamom and cinnamon with coconut milk, honey, and rose petals for a dessert that comforts...

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Rose Simple Syrup

Rose Simple Syrup

Rose rice pudding is more than just a cozy dessert — it’s plant medicine in every bite. With warming cardamom, sweet cinnamon, creamy coconut milk, and rose’s heart-softening properties, this...

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Meet the Herb: Damiana

Meet the Herb: Damiana

Damiana brings you back to your body—softening stress, quieting mental chatter, and inviting deeper connection to pleasure and presence. As both a nervine and reproductive tonic, it moves Qi, supports...

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