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[Podcast] Cayenne: The Hot Secret to Healing, Circulation & Metabolism

Join host Jim Applegate on the Reality of Herbal Therapy podcast for an in-depth look at cayenne—one of Dr. James’s top 20 recommended herbs for every home. This episode explores cayenne’s global j...

The Power of Cayenne: Nature's Fiery Medicine Cabinet

Cayenne pepper isn't just a fiery addition to your spice rack—it's one of nature's most powerful healing allies that deserves a place in every home's medicine cabinet. This remarkable member of the...

Slippery Elm: A Gentle Herbal Essential for Every Home

Slippery elm is one of those gentle, forgotten herbs that earns its place in every home. Known for its soothing, coating qualities, it has been traditionally used to calm sore throats, ease digesti...

[Podcast] Slippery Elm — Nature’s Soothing Remedy

Discover why slippery elm is a must-have in any herbal first-aid kit! In this episode of the Reality of Herbal Therapy, host Jim Applegate dives deep into the gentle power of slippery elm, a star f...

[Podcast] From Mail Truck to Formulas: The Origins of Dr. James’ Herbal Formulas

In this episode of the Reality of Herbal Therapy with Jim Applegate, Jim traces the origin stories behind the clinic’s most trusted herbal formulas, centered on the life and work of his father-in-l...

[Podcaast] Skin Deep: Herbal Secrets for Radiant Skin & Rapid Repair

Unlock the secrets of the integumentary system—your body’s first line of defense. In this episode, discover how skin, hair, and nails work together to protect your health, and learn about the best ...

Gratitude Medicine: How Thankfulness Heals Body and Mind

Discover how a simple daily gratitude practice can support your body’s natural healing—improving sleep, digestion, immunity, heart health, and emotional resilience. Plus, get easy, realistic ways t...

Supporting Your Heart: Nature’s Electric Pump

Learn how your heart’s “electric pump” works, what stresses it, and how movement, hydration, minerals, and Dr. James’s herbal formulas (Hrt, Blood Wash, Nemia, Tissue Mend) can naturally support ci...

Hand, Foot & Mouth Relief: Herbal Hacks to Soothe Sores Fast

When your little one is miserable, you feel it too. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is one of those illnesses that can make children (and parents) pretty miserable for a week or more. The good news: ...

[Podcast] Muscles Matter: Natural Ways to Rebuild, Relax and Restore

Join host Jim Applegate on the Reality of Herbal Therapy podcast as he dives into the muscular system — what muscles do, the three basic types (skeletal, smooth and cardiac), and why muscle health...