Author: Marek Vodicka

  • Herbs That Can Do Both Good and Harm to Children

    Herbs That Can Do Both Good and Harm to Children

    Every mom wants the best for her child, and herbs can really contribute toward good health. Which ones should we have at home and which are best avoided? Using herbs on children has similarly strict rules to using medication. Herbs should be always used in moderate amounts and in exactly defined doses, and one should…

  • Disease Comes from Emotions: What Psychosomatic Illnesses Can Teach Us

    Disease Comes from Emotions: What Psychosomatic Illnesses Can Teach Us

    It has been proven that most psychosomatic issues stem from self-loathing. We should keep in mind that we can always help ourselves by looking into our soul. A great many of us are afraid of that, but do be aware of the fact that our souls are the only place where everything is complete. We…

  • Vegans, Watch Out

    Vegans, Watch Out

    You Wouldn’t Expect This! Vegans do not eat or use anything that was once part of an animal’s body, which means that not only do they avoid eating meat, eggs and drinking milk, but they don’t even wear leather products or use cosmetics tested on animals. But even when they are diligent, they may run into unexpected…

  • Summer Issue Out Soon

    Summer Issue Out Soon

    Dear fellow herbalist, My Herbs issue #24 is being printed in May 2023. You will receive it to your mailbox soon after it is printed. If you have not subscribed yet you can do so now: SUBSCRIBE Summer is a busy season for us herbalists and gardeners, and yet also a season of well-deserved rewards.

  • Açaí Berries: The Fruits of the Gods

    Açaí Berries: The Fruits of the Gods

    Have you ever eaten a fruit that tastes like dark chocolate and raspberries? If not, then be sure to try the exotic açaí berries! As well as having an unusual but delicious flavor they’re also one of the most nutritious fruits on the planet and work wonders for our health. Let’s venture out into the…

  • 8 Herbs for the Heart

    8 Herbs for the Heart

    The heart is arguably the most important organ in the human body and so we should care for it accordingly. Things like a high-quality, healthy diet with a sufficient amount of fruit, vegetables, whole-grain foods, and fiber, as well as regular exercise and time spent out in fresh air go without saying. But there’s more…

  • Sustainability as a Lifestyle

    Sustainability as a Lifestyle

    The terms “sustainable living” and “zero-waste” can mean different things to different people. Some associate them with environmental activism and protesting against Big Oil companies, others with a lifestyle that tries to have as little impact on the environment as possible. Since not all of us are born revolutionaries, let us look at the basic principles…

  • RECIPE: Yogurt Mango Smoothie

    RECIPE: Yogurt Mango Smoothie

    Insufficient probiotics and abdominal disbalances lead to digestive issues – constipation, diarrhea and gaseousness. If these last a long time, they can even cause serious illnesses, such as chronic intestinal inflammations or even cancer. That is why an optimal intestinal microflora is very important if you desire to stay healthy in the long term. You…

  • 12 Essential Herbs an Herbalist Should Always Have Stored Dried at Home

    12 Essential Herbs an Herbalist Should Always Have Stored Dried at Home

    ConeflowerIt is a magical herb that works quickly and, combined with other herbs, amplifies their effects. Coneflower is antiviral and antibacterial, cleanses the blood, helps wounds regenerate and strengthens the immune system. Furthermore, it speeds up the course of treatment for upper respiratory tract issues, viral infections, tonsillitis or flu. It helps against inflammations of…

  • 4 Light and Healthy Snack Recipes

    4 Light and Healthy Snack Recipes

    Are you in the mood for a tasty snack? Then choose from one of these delicious treats to satisfy your cravings! Colorful Horseradish Salad (Mildly Spicy) Ingredients:1 bunch of horseradish2 salad leaves1 small onion½ cucumber½ garlic clove1 teaspoonful of oil½ teaspoonful of lemon juice1 teaspoonful of mustardSaltCane sugar Preparation:Slice the horseradish into circles and put…

  • 3 Delicious Rose Petal Snacks

    3 Delicious Rose Petal Snacks

    Alleviating depression, lifting bad moods and cleansing the blood – regular rose petals, part of a common plant that grows in every garden, can do all that! Plus, they even smell great and taste fantastic. Rose Syrup with Honey Ingredients:4 handfuls of pink rose petals34 Fl oz. / 1 l. waterJuice of half a lemon17…

  • Delicious Herbal Mixtures

    Delicious Herbal Mixtures

    Let us mix delicious teas from healthy herbs that will put you in a good mood and stimulate the senses. Here are some amazing tips. Herbal Tea “Miracle of Love” for WomenA magical mixture of herbs that increases sensitivity and perfectly cleanses the organism.For the making of 1.4 oz. / 40 g. tea you will…