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🌿 Preparing Your Body for Winter — Herbs and Habits for the Cold Season

As the weather cools and the days get shorter, your body naturally starts preparing for winter. Learn how to support your immune system, boost your energy, and stay strong all season long with simp...

[Podcast] Preparing your body for Winter: Herbs and habits for the cold season

Join Jim Applegate on the Reality of Herbal Therapy as he walks listeners through preparing the body for the seasonal shift from summer to winter.

[Podcast]Catnip More Than Just for Cats

In this episode we take a deep dive into catnip, one of the common herbs from a 20-herb kit, exploring its botany, traditional uses and practical home remedies. We learn how catnip fits into the m...

[Podcast] Juniper Berries: Ancient Spice, Modern Remedy

In this episode we explore one of Dr. James’s 20 essential household herbs: the juniper berry. Lets walk listeners through the plant’s identity, history, traditional uses and practical ways to pre...

[Podcast] Unveiling the Secrets of Hops: More Than Just a Beer Ingredient

Welcome to our latest episode, where we explore the fascinating world of hops, beyond its well-known role in brewing beer. We delve into Dr. James's essential 20 Herbs book, which includes these ...

[Podcast] Burdock: From Herbal Kits to Healing Strategies

In this episode of "Herbal Insights," join host Jim Applegate as he delves into the fascinating world of the 20 Herbs book, emphasizing the foundational role it plays in holistic health. Jim intro...

[Podcast] Unlocking the Secrets of Ginger: Nature’s Health Booster

  In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of ginger, a spice that has been cherished for its medicinal and culinary uses for over 5,000 years. Join us as we explore the myriad benefi...