Making herbal tinctures

What are tinctures? How do you make them and what can they be used for? We've got the scoop - plus our favorite tincture recipes for insomnia, stress and PMS.

Herbal glycerites are alcohol-free tinctures that are perfect for children and anyone avoiding alcohol for any reason. Glycerites are a gentle alternative to tinctures, and they preserve the medicinal benefits of herbs for year-round use.

Garlic is a potent natural remedy and has been associated with lowered blood pressure, reduced cholesterol levels, and improved cardiovascular health. Learning how to make garlic tincture is a great way to quickly be able to access garlic’s range of medicinal benefits.

Herbal tinctures are a wonderful way to easily preserve and consume the medicinal benefits found in herbs, flowers, and even mushrooms. Here is how to take a tincture and why you might want to.

Once you've learned what herbs are, how to store them, and how to dose herbs the next step is how to prepare them! In part 4 of this series we learned about teas, but you can extract herbs in vinegar, alcohol and vegetable glycerine too. Each herbal prep has its own pros and cons, so read on and find out which one works best for you! Here is Part 5 in my 9 part series of how to start using herbs for your health and wellness.#herbalism #herbalpreps #acetum #tinctures #glycerites

Making flower remedies and herbal tinctures

Essential oils and herbal tinctures are both popular — but do you understand the difference between essential oils and herbal liquid extractions, also known as tinctures?

A healthy, budget-friendly turmeric tincture to boost your immune system with a detailed guide on how to make and use it.

The following herbal glycerin tincture is a fantastic alternative to Tylenol and it’s even safe for children after the age of 2.

Here is how to make cayenne tincture using either fresh or dried cayenne. With only two ingredients, this is an herbal remedy that is simple