Herbs as our Foods and our Supplements

 

Herbs in a culinary sense typically refer to the leafy parts of plants, but in the context of herbalism, “herbs” encompass leaves, berries, roots, outer and inner barks, rhizomes, twigs, flowers, seeds, mushrooms, and fruits.  Herbs support a wide scope of wellness for humans, and can reestablish balance through the action of their many chemical constituents, vitamins, minerals, and energetic qualities. Herbalism is a practice found in every culture worldwide that uses plants to help people as an effective part of a holistic approach to mind-body-spirit care.

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