Preparing an Herbal Poultice
Where a fomentation uses the application of a flannel or cloth soaked in and strained from a decoction or infusion; a poultice involves placing the herbs themselves onto the body. Poultices have numerous applications, by supplying heat and moisture to an area:
they provide healing and…
Traditional Home Remedies with Apple Cider Vinegar
~ written by Katolen Yardley, MNIMH, Medical Herbalist
Organic Apple Cider Vinegar offers numerous health benefits and has been used in traditional home remedies both topically and internally. After the fermentation and extraction process using organic apples, the end result is a vinegar loaded with…
Hydrosols Prepared using an Alembic
written by Katolen Yardley, MNIMH, RH (AHG)
In previous posts I have provided some guidance for creating floral waters at home in your kitchen using common kitchen utensils, cooking pots and ice. Here are some photos of my own alembic, created by a potter who specialises in…