May 1, 2008

Pollen, Molds, and Allergies...Oh My!!!

Well, geez, here we are again; beautiful springtime, everything is greening up, and the weather is turning warm, which means...pollen, molds, and ALLERGIES!!!  Over the next month I will be talking about herbal and natural allergy remedies.  Also, be sure to check out the HerbalCast on allergy relief for more information. 

May 1, 2008

Sinus infections

Sinus inflammation and infection are sometimes a complication of allergies and people often find themselves having to take several rounds of antibiotics to combat them.  Antibiotics can be lifesaving and effective in many situations but repeated overuse only serves to further confuse and compromise the immune system.  Not to mention, overuse can contribute to the development of rampant antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria such as the current MRSA. Also, because the blood supply to the sinuses is limited, antibiotics in the bloodstream have a difficult time reaching the target.  One must get the anti-microbial directly into the sinus cavities to be effective.  This can be accomplished through herbal steams and herbal snuffs.

April 24, 2008

Spring Nettles

It's allergy season again here in the Rockies.  As some of you know, one of the best spring tonics to prevent or decrease the frequency and severity of allergic responses is Stinging Nettles, Urtica dioica.

Did you know that the fresh leaves can be boiled or steamed and eaten like cooked spinach?  They are delicious and the formic acid sting is neutralized by cooking or drying so you needn't worry about that.

April 17, 2008

Welcome

I'd just like to welcome everyone and myself to our new blog.  I am Linda Whitedove, medical herbalist & formulator for WhiteDove Herbals.  I will be posting frequently and look forward hearing from everyone.  I will be addressing various topics as well as answering comments and questions.  For more information regarding herbs and also our formulas and products please visit our website at www.whitedoveherbals.com or our affliate rocky mountain herbals. 

First, since we are entering allergy season, I will be addressing allergies and discussing causes, herbal solutions, and methods that I believe work effectively. 

April 17, 2008

We are excited!!!

This is awesome!!!  I am so pleased that our new blog is up.  I really hope this can serve as a platform for valuable information and great conversation.