Uniting for Climate Day: One Step Closer to Sustainability

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At Mountain Rose Herbs, we are committed to shifting to a more holistic perspective, considering all components in the system Ñ from the soil, to plants, to animals, to people.

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Natural DIY Hair Spray with Rosemary and Mint

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Sea salt hair spray is an easy, natural way to embrace beachy volume and texture. Learn how to make and use an herb-inspired salt spray without damaging your hair.

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Understanding Aroma Notes for Essential Oil Blending: Base Notes

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Learn how to craft well-balanced and long-lasting aroma blends by understanding the foundation of essential oil blending: base notes!

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Salted Earl Grey Caramel Sauce

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This caramel sauce recipe brings the floral flavor of Earl Grey to classic sweet and salted caramel. Try this delightful addition with ice cream, baked goods, apples, nuts, chocolate, coffee drinks, or even cocktails/mocktails!

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Brightening Berry and Honey Face Mask & Exfoliant

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If you’re looking for a natural skin care treatment to brighten dull and dry winter skin, this face mask may be for you!

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Mountain Rose Herbs Releases Its 2023 Impact Report

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The Mountain Rose Herbs Impact Report is a comprehensive overview of our operations, initiatives, contributions, and shortcomings. We aim to bridge the gap between intention and action and ensure that we are following through with our commitments to do business sustainably and ethically.

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Herbal Irish Coffee

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If you love Irish coffee but don’t want the heavy caffeine dose that comes with it, try this delicious cocktail with Mountain Rose Herbs herbal coffee.

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DIY Dry Shampoo Recipes for Dark & Light Hair

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Learn how easy it is to make and use natural dry shampoo to freshen up oily hair with no single-use cans required! Our shampoo powder recipes are just a stir and a shake away.

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Organic Rising: Demystifying the Organic Movement

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Explore how two predominant farming methodsÑconventional and organicÑare impacting human health and the planet.

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Hasselback Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, & More + Herbal Seasoning Recipes

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If you’ve ever eaten a Hasselback potato, you know how delicious they are! Up your cooking game by learning how to hasselback with herbal salts & blends.

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Cultivating Change: Insights from the Small Farms Conference

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At Mountain Rose Herbs, we stand for a future in which domestic, diversely-owned farms thrive.

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DIY Detangler & Anti-Frizz Spray Recipe with Marshmallow Root

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Smooth and detangle your locks with this easy-to-make herbal hair care spray, and discover the endlessly customizable potential of DIY hair care!

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The Oral Tradition of Caribbean Herbalism

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“The knowledge my family and others have about the plants on the island is not a niche concept that makes them herbalists or healers; it is the common knowledge of a people about the world they inhabit.”

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How to Go “No Poo” with Easy Herbal Hair Rinses

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Trying to ditch the shampoo as part of a healthier hair care routine? Try these three easy herbal hair rinse recipes!

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Herb Flavor Profiles for DIY Tea Blending

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As herbal tea enthusiasts, we use tasting notes to help us choose tea herbs that we’re likely to love. Learn how tasting notes can serve you and help you create more flavorful homemade blends.

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Nourishing Herbal Broths

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Homemade herbal broths are easy to make and offer a flavorful way the enhance the flavor and nutritional value of soups, stews, sauces, and more.

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Mountain Rose Herbs Takes Big Steps in Herbal Industry Transparency

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Transparency is key for ethical business practices. We’re excited to say we’re launching a new way to measure the environmental impact of our products!

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For Life: A Tool to Measure Corporate Social Responsibility

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In 2023, Mountain Rose Herbs received the highest Fair For Life and For Life certification score in its history.

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Fire Zodiac Perfume Recipe with Essential Oils

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Fire is about warmth, strength, creativity, and transformation. This essential oil perfume blend celebrates the strength and passion of zodiac fire signs.

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Natural Ways to Support Menstruation + Tea Blend

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These supportive herbs and wellness practices can help ease the way during that time of the month.

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10 Zero-Waste Swaps for a Sustainable New Year

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Try these ten alternatives for a greener and cleaner new year ahead.

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2023: A Year In Review for Mountain Rose Herbs

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We completed some exciting goals in 2023! As we reflect on the last year, we want to share our most notable accomplishments and sayåÊthank you so much.åÊ

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Mountain Rose Herbs: Organic Sourcing from Pacific Northwest Farms

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Did you know Mountain Rose Herbs sources about 75% of our American-grown organic herbs from farmers in our bioregion?

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“Sea Moss” Benefits + Irish Moss Gel Recipe

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Uncover the common misconceptions about algae varieties popularized as ‰ÛÏsea moss‰Û and learn how to make Irish moss gel using three simple ingredients.

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Guide to Evergreen Essential Oils

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One of the most commonly asked questions this time of year is the difference between evergreen essential oils. Explore blending tips and aromatic notes for 10 common woodland oils.

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Bee Balm Monograph + Herbal Steam Recipe

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Mountain Rose Herbs is proud to be sourcing organic bee balm from Oregon’s own Oshala Farm. Learn about the traditional uses of this powerful herbal ally.

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Homemade Hot Cocoa Lip Balm Recipe

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Looking for a fun and hydrating lip balm recipe to make for DIY gifts? This adorable hot cocoa lip balm with marshmallows is sure to delight!

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Holiday Scents: 3 Essential Oil Blends for the Winter Season

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Diffusing essential oils is a wonderful, natural way to freshen your home. Celebrate the aromas of the season with these 3 holiday-inspired DIY oil blends!

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Tea Tasting Terminology + Printable Tasting Cards

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Do you love tea and want to train your palate? Are you looking to articulate the finer aspects of your favorite teas? Check out this helpful guide to enhance your tea-drinking experience.

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Mulled Acai Berry Tea for the Holidays

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Want a superfood twist on traditional spiced cider or wine? A cup of mulled acai berry tea may be the answer!

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United Plant Savers: Protecting At-Risk Native Medicinal Plants

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Learn how Mountain Rose Herbs uses United Plant Savers’ Species At-Risk List and List of Herbs & Analogs to help make ethical purchasing decisions.

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What is Inulin and How it Supports Digestion + Herbal Recipes

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Did you know that some of the most common herbal allies contain inulin, a gut-supporting prebiotic?

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Could Cutting-Edge Farming Practices Be the Answer to Ginseng’s Survival?

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There is a new way of farming ginseng that provides hope for the future of Panax quinquefolius!

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Warming Lotion Bars for Autumn & Winter

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Harness the power of skin-loving emollients with these seasonal lotion bars! They are easy to craft and make exceptional gifts.

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A Sustainable Company Culture Starts With Employee Wellness

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Discover the connections between personal wellness and sustainability and how Mountain Rose Herbs promotes a wellness-oriented company culture.åÊ

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The Value of Fair for Life Certification: A Cacao Case Study

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The social programs that our suppliers undertake with Fair for Life funds touch on everything from providing educational opportunities to empowering women with training to start their own farm operations.

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Pinwheel Cookies with Herbal Powders (4 Ways)

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Pinwheel cookies are a beloved holiday favorite. Did you know you can color and flavor them with organic herbal powders?

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Herbal Simmer Pots + Stovetop Potpourri Recipes

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Learn how to use simmer pots for natural household fragrance, read about their pros and cons, and find two recipes to get you started.

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Homemade Caramel Apple Slices with Herbal Chocolate Glaze

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It’s caramel apple season! Make this once-a-year tradition even better with caramel apple slices, homemade cinnamon caramels, and herb-infused chocolate!

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Elderberry Gummies Made with Agar

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Vegan elderberry gummies are easy to make and work exceptionally well in candy molds. What a fun way to give your body some immune support!

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Taco Bowl with Roasted Butternut Squash and Black Beans

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Eating what is in season makes sense for health, the planet, and our wallets. This fall, try a delicious taco bowl with roasted butternut squash and black beans seasoned with chili lime salt!

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Elderberry Shrub + Mocktail Recipe for Immune Support

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Try this simple herbal shrub that contains seasonal antioxidants and immune-supporting herbs. It takes about 20 minutes to make and uses commonly stocked apothecary ingredients.

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DIY Foaming Hand Soap: Fall ScentåÊåÊåÊåÊ

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Making a homemade foaming hand soap is easier than you might think! Try this simple recipe for a seasonal upgrade to your next hand wash.

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Chia Seed Pudding Recipe With Pumpkin Spice

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Try this decadent chia pudding recipe for a healthful start to your autumn mornings.

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Indigenous Burning Practices in Wildfire Management & Native Plant Propagation

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Before colonization, Indigenous women burned stands of huckleberriesÑcalled iwamÑevery four years. This practice is now being reintroduced for fire management and a healthier future for wild plants.

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Are My Herbs Irradiated?! Learn About Irradiation in Our Food System & How to Avoid It

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Food irradiation is common in mainstream food production in the United States. So what is irradiation and how does it affect your herbs and spices?

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Herbal Bath Vinegar with Juniper & Rosemary

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Vinegar extracts beneficial constituents from herbs and can support a healthy skin microbiome. Make this easy bath soak to pamper yourself.

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Blue Moon Milk for Clarity & Reflection

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This blue moon milk calls upon key herbal allies known for quieting the mind and easing the nerves. May you enjoy this evening beverage for many moons to come.

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Wind Element Perfume Recipe with Essential Oils: Head in the Clouds Blend

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This light and airy perfume blend harnesses the weightlessness of air. Made with just three essential oils, this easy DIY perfume is great for everyday use and makes an exceptional gift!

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7 Best Herbs for Natural Hair Care

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Using natural ingredients and herbs empowers us to embrace healthier, sustainable practices and ingredients. Meet our 7 favorite herbs for natural hair care!

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Homemade Lotion with Organic Sweetgrass Hydrosol

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Mountain Rose’s organic sweetgrass hydrosol has a subtle, honeyed aroma that makes a perfect base for this homemade body lotion.

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Guasha Massage Tutorial

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Learn how to do a gentle guasha facial massage to improve your natural skincare regimen.

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3 Refreshing Functional Fizzy Drinks With Herbal Extracts and Syrups

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Having just a few herbal extracts and syrups on hand means you can make easy, beat-the-heat, delicious drinks in no time!

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Homemade Creamsicles¨ With Orange Cream Rooibos (Vegan)

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This homemade Creamsicle¨ recipe is a healthier twist on the classic popsicle. This flavorful version is made with Orange Cream Rooibos Tea and will surely delight the senses.

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Did You Know That We Are an Oregon Benefit Company?

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Imagine a world in which businesses provide a public benefit and a positive impact on society and the environment. Learn how Mountain Rose Herbs is making that world a reality by becoming an Oregon Benefit Company!

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Herbalist Tips to Beat the Summer Heat

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With the heat and sun come sunburn, heat rash, heat exhaustion, and even heat stroke. There are things we can do to prevent these from happening and natural ways to support ourselves when they do.

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Cornucopia Institute: Raising the Bar on Organic Standards

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Learn about the Cornucopia Institute, a nonprofit consumer education and watchdog organization helping to ensure a future for organic certification.

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Homemade Deodorant: How to Make Natural, Herbal, Roll-On Deodorant

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It’s the time of yearÑfull of sun and outdoor funÑwhen our deodorant choices matter more than ever. Make your own effective, natural, herbal, roll-on deodorant!

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Dream Tea Recipe: Herbs for Lucid Dreaming + Deep Sleep

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This herbal tea recipe blends mugwort with other balancing herbal allies that support healthful rest and dream recall. Wishing you sweet and memorable dreams!

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Water Element Perfume Recipe: The Mermaid Blend

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This mystical perfume blend harnesses the allure of mermaids and the calming essence of water. Made with carefully selected essential oils, this water-element perfume is great for everyday use and makes an exceptional gift!

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How to Make Slime with Psyllium Husk

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This simple, kid-friendly, psyllium-based slime is pure, natural, safe, and organic. It takes less than 10 minutes to make and is good for hours of fun!

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Seed Stewardship Project: How You Can Help At-Risk Plants

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The goal of the Seed Stewardship Project is to raise awareness about at-risk plants that need our support. We hope that a solution-oriented approach of supplying free seeds to those able to plant them will help rebuild populations of these special plants.

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Mountain Rose Herbs Offers 100% Paid Medical Premium Coverage

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We are all aware that the cost of living and healthcare have increased dramatically over the past few years. The Mountain Rose Herbs’ leadership team has been committed to finding ways that we can support our employees in the face of these increases.

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Organic Spinach Powder Benefits + Pizza Crust Recipe

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Organic spinach powder and flakes are a delicious way to capture the bountiful nutrition of spinach without having to eat bowls full of greens.

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Arnica Hand Balm Recipe for Hard-Working Hands

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Give your dry, tired, and hand-working hands the pampering they deserve by whipping up a batch of soothing hand salve. Ideal for farmers, gardeners, mechanics, and other hard-working folks, this will be a recipe you’ll keep around for years to come.

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Spicy Paloma Cocktail & Mocktail with Herbs

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Herbal Academy’s Pirate Paloma puts a spicy twist on the classic Paloma cocktail. Combining warming masala chai spices with refreshing grapefruit and lime, the mixture of spice, citrus, and rum will transport you to a dreamy summer scene.

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Elemental Perfume Blend with Essential Oils: Earth Goddess Perfume Recipe

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Deep and resinous, this botanical perfume blend is grounding and soothing to the senses. Tapping into the element of Earth, this blend was crafted with mostly bottom note oils and has a longer-lasting scent than other perfumes made with essential oils.

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Herbal Hair Care & Natural Hair Color

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At the root of it all, herbal hair care can nourish our scalps and color our locks, simply by using flowers, leaves, roots, and seeds. Learn about natural hair coloring & care from a professional hair stylist.

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Minty Lemongrass Oxymel (Without Vinegar) & Summer Mocktail Recipe

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Oxymels are a tasty way to infuse your favorite herbal allies and also make a superb mocktail base. This minty vinegar-less oxymel is refreshing, uplifting, and an enjoyable way to beat the summer heat!

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How Mountain Rose Herbs Supports Natural Park Management

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This past May, the Mountain Rose Herbs Leadership Team donned their gardening clothes and went to work in Ashland, Oregon’s Lithia Park. The city has a chemical-free maintenance practice which necessitates the support of businesses to lend a hand in keeping the park beautiful.

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Elderflower Cordial Made with Fresh or Dried Elderflowers

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Elderflower season inspires us to make summer cordials. Dried elderflowers are ideal for making the best cordial for summer coolers and brunch cocktails!

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Spring Pesto Recipes for Health & Vitality

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Research shows that about half of U.S. adults don’t get enough vitamins and minerals. Enter PestoÑan herbally delicious way to get more of what we need!

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Herb-Inspired Salad Dressings from Around the World: 4 Recipes for Summer Salads

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It’s almost the best time of year: fresh salad season. We’ve got 4 salads from around the world to make the most of your garden or farmers market bounty!

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Events as the Backbone of the Herbal Community

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The heightened excitement of a live event seems to catalyze a burst of creativity that’s mycelial in nature and can lead to a symbiotic community. Learn about some very special events that call us together so we can continue to connect on levels that we could never manage on our own!

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How to Make Tulsi Sipping Vinegar + Spritzer and Shrub Mocktail Recipes

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Berry season is the perfect time to infuse vinegars with adaptogenic holy basil and healthy fruits for summer shrub cocktails and berry spritzers!

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Spring Rain Essential Oil Blend + Wax Melt Recipe

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This Spring Rain essential oil blend celebrates the promises and gifts of the season. You can also add this beautiful aroma blend to wax melts for a delightful home fragrance.

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Meet the Makers: Featuring Kevala Ayurvedic Skin Care

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Learn about a mother-daughter duo who is bringing passion, creativity, and Vedic wisdom to the art of self-care.

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Wild Lettuce: Historical & Present Day Reflections of a Wild Herbal Ally

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Wild lettuce has a long history of use as a nervine, a bitter, and to support restful sleep. Learn more about this herbal ally that is making a comeback.

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Bulk Ingredients That Save Money, Reduce Waste, & Promote Resiliency

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Learn how making simple switches in your lifestyle and buying habits can improve your resiliency, save you money, and reduce waste.

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Tips for Choosing Reputable Seed Companies & Nurseries

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Not all nurseries and seed companies are created equally. Here are some guidelines and best practices to help you support the health and vitality of our planet through your garden purchasing choices.

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DIY World Spice Blends

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Looking for new savory flavors to add to your culinary creations? Check out these globally-inspired DIY spice blends!

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3 Magic Moon Milk Recipes for Restful Sleep

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These moon milk recipes combine the old-time remedy of warm milk before bed with healthful herbs and spices for the perfect bedtime beverage!

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Herbs for Health: 11 Superfood Powders to Sprinkle Into Your Diet

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Powdered herbs are nutritious, versatile, and convenient. Check out these 11 herbal powders that make it easy to add health-supporting benefits to your life.

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Shawn Donnille Wins the AHPA Environmental Impact Award!

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Mountain Rose Herbs’ owner and president has been honored by AHPA for 20+ years of environmental conservation and ethical business practices.

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Zero Waste: The History & Future of Mountain Rose Herbs’ Commitment

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At Mountain Rose Herbs, we strive to cut all waste production by rethinking and redesigning our operational procedures. This path helps sustain our bond with the natural world, creates jobs, and saves money.

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DIY Shower Steamer Recipes (Calming & Uplifting Variations)

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Shower steamers, also called “shower bombs,” are a wonderful way to add a spa-like experience to your self-care routine. You can select scents that will energize, relax, or help with seasonalåÊcongestion.

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Herb-Infused Simple Syrup Recipe Using Dried Herbs

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Herb-infused simple syrups are perfect for drizzling on yogurt or pancakes, using in baked goods, and adding to bubbly water, mocktails, and cocktails! They are also a great herbal preparation for children or those who do not wish to have alcohol.

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What is CITES & Why is it Important?

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We invite you to learn about CITES, the oldest and largest international conservation agreement in the world.

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How to Clean and Upcycle Bottles, Jars, & Other Empty Containers

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Put that stockpile of empty containers back in action with these tips for cleaning and upcycling glass, metal, and plastic containers!

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Mushroom Bouillon Powder and Paste + Homemade Seasoning Salt Recipe

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If you love the convenience of instant noodles, but want to avoid unhealthy additives, homemade mushroom bouillon is great to have on hand!

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Natural Shampoo Recipe With Herbs

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The issue with making water-based body and hair care products is that they can breed harmful bacteria. This herbal shampoo concentrate is a great way to go natural without the use of preservatives.

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Ashwagandha: Uses and Benefits + Tasty Recipes

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Learn the many benefits of ashwagandha root and try a tasty whipped cream and elixir recipe!

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How to Make Herb-Flavored Alcohol + 3 DIY Herbal Spirit Blends

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These herb-infused alcohol recipes are delicious, simple to make, and a great way to use up herbs from your apothecary before they get old.

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What Is a Cold Infusion + Herbs to Cold Infuse

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Infusions are an enjoyable method for savoring and receiving the benefits of herbs. In this blog, we are going to focus on what a cold infusion is, what herbs work best with this method, and how to make it.

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Sultry Essential Oil Perfume Recipe With Tonka Beans

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This simple three-ingredient perfume recipe features the vanilla and tobacco notes of tonka beans, earthy vetiver, and sultry sandalwood.

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Guide to Green Tea: How to Determine Quality and Flavor Expectations

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Similar to wines, there is a wide array of flavor profiles found in green tea. From the region it is grown, to its harvest season and drying techniques, there are many factors that contribute to the flavor and balance of a tea. This helpful guide will help you choose tea based on your personal preferences.

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Homemade Liquid Laundry Soap with Soap Nuts

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This DIY soap nut liquid laundry soap is an inexpensive and zero-waste alternative to conventional laundry detergent. Great to have on hand, soap nuts are a multi-functional ingredient for the frugal and toxin-free household.

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Living in the Legacy of African American Healers

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There is no way to fully know all the accomplishments and contributions people of color have made in the healing arts. This account of three folk herbalists of color from Appalachia only begins to account for the importance of healers of colors and the impact they have had on herbalism.

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The Importance of Sustainable Landscaping for Businesses

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The landscaping at all Mountain Rose Herbs facilities focuses on three critical areas: native restoration, ecosystem impact mitigation and remediation, and aesthetic enhancement for the staff and community. Learn how we are incorporating this model into our new campus.

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The Many Roles of An Herbalist

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In cultures all over the world, herbalists have served many different social and cultural roles. In this article, you will learn about 7 ways you can practice and share herbalism within your community.

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Hot Oil Treatment for Hair

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For those looking for natural hair care solutions, a simple hot oil hair treatment can make a huge difference in the health and appearance of your hair and scalp. This easy hot oil treatment is easy to make and uses many common oils you may already have.

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Citrus Essential Oils: How to Choose the Right Citrus Oil

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Citrus essential oils are liquid sunshine with uplifting, bright aromas, and they bring extra power to DIY cleaning recipes. But which one(s) do you use?

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Mountain Rose Herbs Is Furthering Its Commitment to Sustainability In 2023

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Learn more about how we are expanding the Mountain Rose River Project, how we’re consolidating operations to further reduce our carbon footprint, and how we are investing in our employee wellness plans.

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Nourishing Herbal Infusion RecipeÑA Tea With Purpose

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When it comes to nutritive plants like the ones found in this recipe, opting for a long infusion method will allow you to extract the most water-soluble constituents. Read more to learn how to make strong infusions and find Corinna Wood’s nutritive tea blend.

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What Are Alkaloids in Plants & How to Extract Them

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Having a basic understanding of phytochemistry is vital to herbalists. In this article, you’ll learn about the alkaloids found in herbs like Oregon Grape, California poppy, and motherwort.

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Healthy Breakfast Recipes + 5 Superfood Powder Blends

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Are you looking for easy meal prep ideas for the morning? Look no further than these simple and healthy breakfast recipes, and mix up a batch of herbal powders to add variation, and beat meal prep fatigue! Cheers to getting your day started the right way.

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Why Mountain Rose Herbs Chooses Oregon Tilth as Its Organic Certifier

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Sustainable, equitable food systems require alliances and healthy working relationships. We invite you to learn more about Oregon Tilth Certified Organic.

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New Year Reflections & Journal Prompts of an Herbalist

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It’s easy to become overwhelmed by commitments and obligations that build up over time and the New Year is the perfect spot at which to stop and examine what we can sustain, and where we’re headed on our path.

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Cookies and Cream Lip Balm Recipe

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This hydrating lip balm pairs the emollient qualities of shea butter with the intoxicating aromas of ‰ÛÏCookies and Cream.‰Û Stock up for the winter or make some fun gifts for your favorite humans!

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Boot and Shoe Deodorizer: Baking Soda, Sage, & Rosemary to the Rescue

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This easy, natural boot and shoe deodorizer brings the power of baking soda, rosemary, and sage to the task of freshening your boots and shoes!

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Frosted Gingerbread Essential Oil Blend + Wax Melt Recipe

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Bring natural fragrance to your holiday celebration! This essential oil blend smells like a fresh batch of frosted gingerbread and can be used in a diffuser or made into homemade wax melts.

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Best Winter Essential Oils & Winter Diffuser Blend

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Aromatherapy can be a wonderful ally during the cooler months. Discover our favorite winter essential oils along with an uplifting Winter Diffuser Blend recipe.

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Small Gifts & Stocking Stuffers Under $20

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If you are looking for budget-friendly gift ideas for the health enthusiast, foodie, tea lover, or fragrance connoisseur in your life, then look no further than our 2023 small gift guide. All items are between 3 and 20 dollars, making them ideal for small gifts or stocking stuffers!

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Homemade Rosehip Jelly Using Dried Rosehips + Vintage Thumbprint Cookie Recipe

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Winter is the perfect time to get out your stash of dried rosehips out and make delicious rosehip jelly. And if you’re in a holiday-prep mood, consider adding jelly to sugar cookies!

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Goldenseal: Planting a Future for One of Our Most At-Risk Herbs

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Goldenseal is one of the most at-risk plants in North America. Learn more about a new method of cultivation for goldenseal’s sustainable future.

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Sweater Weather Roll-On Perfume Recipe

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This warming and comforting perfume blend was created to make you feel the way you do when are donning your favorite cozy sweater. Celebrate the season with this DIY perfume blend for fall and winter.

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Bitter, Aromatic, and Demulcent Herbs for Digestion + 3 Recipes

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Learn about three herbal properties that are helpful when our normal digestive balance is off-kilterÑbitters, aromatics, and demulcents. Plus recipes!

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Herbs to Support Burnout

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Most people experience burnout at one time or another. Adopting nourishing nervines and adaptogens into our lives can be immensely helpful to support and balance our nervous systems. Learn about five herbal allies that you can call on in times of need.

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Holiday Appetizers: Seed Crackers with Cashew “Sour Cream‰Û Dip

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Holiday gathering can get complicated when you have loved ones with dietary restrictions. This seed cracker and herb dip combination is an appetizer win!

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A Midwinter Cordial to Support Your Digestive System

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This festive midwinter cordial brings together bitter and aromatic herbs for a delicious digestion-supporting finish to a bountiful meal.

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Homemade Playdough: No-Cook Playdough Colored with Herbal Powders

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It’s simple and fast to make awesome, homemade, no-cook playdough and you can easily color it with herbal powders rather than artificial food dyes!

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Herbalist Shopping List for BeginnersåÊ

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When you are just beginning to dive into the world of herbalism, it can be a little daunting to determine which supplies you need to procure. To help mitigate time and effort at the outset (and enable you to dive right into your studies) this supply list for beginning herbalists allows you to conveniently find and purchase necessary items online so you can easily incorporate them into the learning process.

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Copal: A Healer, Protector, & Guide for Dia de Muertos

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I grew up with the understanding that ‰ÛÏLife‰Û is Ceremony. CopalliÑthe Nahuatl word for CopalÑis a resin extracted from the Copal tree or Protium Copal (Burseraceae.) This material has been used in Indigenous practices for thousands of years. Today, the use of aromatic resin varies from ceremonially burned incense to other uses.

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Elderberry Mulled Cider Recipe for Immune Support

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Mulled cider makes for a delicious and supportive beverage once the cooler weather settles in. This elderberry apple cider recipe with mulling spices is a healthful alternative to traditional mulled wine.

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DIY Toilet Deodorizer ‰ÛÒ Forest Blend

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An easy, inexpensive, and effective ‰ÛÏPoo-Pourri?¢‰Û spray is a handy recipe to have in your DIY toolkit. Learn how you can craft up a quick batch so you will be prepared when nature calls. Spray a few pumps in the toilet bowl before you go and odors will be significantly reduced, if not eliminated.

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What Are Polysaccharides & How to Extract Them

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Learn how polysaccharides can support health and wellness and some of the herbs and mushrooms that contain them. You will also find a soothing reishi mushroom skin cream recipe!

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Ayurvedic Kitchari Recipe for Seasonal Support

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Traditionally, an Ayurvedic seasonal reset is based on a dish called kitchari, which is eaten as a monodiet for one or several days. This tasty dish is easy on the digestive system and offers vital nutrients to carry you through the seasonal shift.

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Autumn Breeze Wax Melt Recipe

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As we begin to incorporate elements of autumn into our homes, one important component is scent. This spiced autumn breeze wax melt recipe brings in the elements of fallen leaves with warming seasonal spices.

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3 Apple Cider-Inspired Mocktails for Fall

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Try these apple cider-based fall mocktail recipes, inspired by the tastes of autumn. These non-alcohol drinks are sure to have you feeling cozy and warm.

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American Ginseng: A Forest Grown Future

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We are increasingly turning to cultivated herbs and certified organic forest farming to procure at-risk herbs like North American ginseng.

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Mountain Rose Herbs’ Alternative-Fuel and Electric Vehicle Fleet

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Committing to an alternative-fuel and electric fleet of company vehicles is part of our commitment to invest in the health of our community and our planet

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Guide to Brewing Tea

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The finest qualities of teas are best showcased when brewed correctly. Learn about the factors that go into a perfect tea-sipping experience: tea quality, storage, quantity, water temperature, and steep time.

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How to Make Thieves¨ Cleaner

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When it comes to green cleaning, versatility and effectiveness are of the most important things to consider. This Thieves¨ multi-purpose spray recipe cuts heavy grease, battles unwanted germs, and smells delightful. After trying your hand at this easy natural cleaning recipe, it will surely become a staple in your natural cleaning supply closet.

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How to Upcycle Herbs After Making Infusions, Oils, Tinctures, and More

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Have you ever asked yourself what you can do with herbs after you’ve made tea, infused oils, tinctures, vinegars, and honeys? Here are some fun ways to upcycle the remaining plant material, often called the ‰ÛÏmarc,‰Û into other fine uses and crafts.

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Loose Leaf Tea vs. Tea Bags

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The world of loose leaf tea is a magical and herbaceous place, find out why we prefer loose leaf when it comes to tea brewing.

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Bilberry and Hawthorn Berry Syrup

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Adding herbs and spices to an apple cider reduction syrup is a delicious way to bring more botanical support into your diet. Join us as jim mcdonald shares his special recipe with cardiovascular-supporting berries.*

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How to Soothe a Bee Sting at Home & in the Wild

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While we love our pollinator friends, getting stung is a total drag! These simple natural remedies will help soothe the burning and itching associated with a sting. Included are ways to address a bee sting at home or in the wild!

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Mountain Rose Herbs Awarded Gold Stevie¨ Award!

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We are honored to announce that Mountain Rose Herbs has earned a Gold Stevie¨ Award for the Marketing Campaign of the Year in the retail category of The 2022 American Business Awards¨!

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9 Herbal Activities for Kids

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Learning a new language is easiest for children which is why teaching future generations the language of plants is especially important. These 9 activities will help the herbal explorers in your life connect, learn, and grow with the natural world around them.

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Ethical Issues in the Herb Industry: Wildharvesting vs. Cultivation

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Learn more about why we are in the process of shifting our procurement policies away from wild-harvested herbs in favor of cultivated ones whenever possible.

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Bloodroot: How We Can Create a Bountiful Future for an At-Risk Herb

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Bloodroot is an herbal ally that has been with us for as long as anyone can remember. Learn how you can help support its bountiful future.

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How to Make Instant Herbal Tea Cubes

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It is the small daily habits that truly add up to the biggest changes in our overall health and wellness. These ‰ÛÏinstant iced tea cubes‰Û turn a plain glass of water into flavorful cold tea in seconds and offer the opportunity to add vitamins, minerals, and beneficial compounds to your daily routine.

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10 Zero-Waste Wedding and Party Favors

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If you are looking for some unique wedding and party favor ideas that are affordable, easy to make in bulk, and error-proof, then you will enjoy these 10 sustainable gift ideas.

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Garlic Aioli Recipe with Curry Powder

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This Mountain Rose Herbs aioli recipe uses extra virgin organic olive oil and organic grapeseed oil and features a little spicy twist of curry powder.

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2 DIY Natural Deodorant Spray Recipes

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These two homemade deodorant recipes bring together the superpowers of witch hazel and essential oils to provide a quick and easy solution to body odor. Try the uplifting sweet orange and vetiver blend or the grounding cedarwood and juniper recipe to match your aromatic preferences.

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How to Protect At-Risk Plants & Ecosystems While Enjoying Nature

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Each step that we take and every river stone we turn has an impact. Here are nine ways that you can be good land stewards while hiking, biking, camping, and enjoying nature.

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How to Harvest, Dry, & Store Herbs From the Garden

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Drying our own herbs is an easy, deeply satisfying way to carry our summer bounty through the year. Learn the best ways to dry and store fresh herbs.

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How to Extract Vitamins and Minerals Out of Herbs

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Knowing the actions and needs of constituents and which menstrua will extract and preserve them helps herbalists to craft effective remedies. Learn how to extract vitamins and minerals from plants so you can make nutritive preparations for your wellness routines.

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8 Best Herbs for Natural Skin Care

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For millennia, people have turned to nature to support healthy skin. These eight herbs have proven themselves to be some of our skin’s best allies.

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Camping Food for Foodies: No Refrigeration Required

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These vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free camping food recipes are perfect for day hikes, backpacking, or car camping. Grab the tent, let’s go!

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20+ DIY Herbal Recipes You Can Make for Under $10

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Affordability is a real issue when it comes to health and wellness. Explore these 20+ effective recipes that you can make for $10 or less.

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Black Cohosh: A Powerhouse Herb to Use and Source Mindfully+ Recipe for Hot Flashes

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Black cohosh is a powerhouse herb known for helping with hot flashes and night sweats that go with menopause. Learn how you can help create a sustainable future for black cohosh.

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Carrier Oils: What Are They and How Are They Made?

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Carrier oils are key to many DIY herbal and aromatherapy recipes. Understanding how they are produced will help you choose the right oils for your goals.

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How Mountain Rose Herbs’ Alternative Commute Program Propels Change

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This year, Mountain Rose Herbs increased our paid incentives to carpool, bicycle, walk, and take public transportation to work. Learn how we are evolving and improving our Alternative Commute Program.

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Essential Oil Substitution List ‰ÛÒ Swaps for Five Precious Essential Oils

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Use this essential oil substitution list to discover recommended replacements for five of the most precious essential oils that we carry, such as lemon balm essential oil and Bulgarian rose essential oil.

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Spicy Margarita Recipe

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If you love margarita night and you appreciate the sizzle of jalape̱os, we’ve got a margarita recipe for you!

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How to Make Homemade Bath Truffles

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Bath truffles are similar to bath bombs, but are generally smaller in size and contain rich natural body butters for added skin hydration. Learn how you can make your own homemade floral bath truffles.

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5 Natural Recipes For When You’ve Had Too Much Sun

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When we’re caught up in summer fun, it’s easy to lose track of how long we’re in the sun. These 5 recipes offer relief when you’ve had too much sunshine.

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How to Choose High Quality Herbs and Spices

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The best quality dried botanicals have superior flavor, nutrient value, and food safety. Learn why product testing is key and how to test for freshness.

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How to Choose the Best Cooking Oil + Oil Smoke Point Chart

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Every cooking oil has a unique composition that makes it better at some things than others. Learn how to choose the best oils for all of your culinary masterpieces.

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The Benefits and Botany of Amla

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Learn about the mighty amla tree and how its superfood status makes it a must-have staple for your home apothecary.

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Phytochemistry For Beginners: Constituent Groups and the Menstrua That Love Them

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Knowing the actions and needs of constituents and which menstrua will extract and preserve them gives herbalists a clear view on pairing constituents with the correct medium to create effective remedies

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Trillium Plant: An Age-Old Ally That Needs Our Help

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Trillium plants are an age-old herbal ally and one of the most overharvested plants in the wild. Learn what you can do to preserve this beautiful plant so it can flower for many more years to come.

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Bath Bomb Recipe with Flowers

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When your hard-working body is in need of some comfort, reach for these easy DIY bath bombs with flowers for a self-care treat. Their beautiful aesthetic also makes for a practical and useful DIY gifts!

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The Art and Science of Blending Essential Oils

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Create your own essential oil blends for diffusers, perfumes, and more. We hope this beginner’s guide to essential oil blending inspires you!

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How to Make Herbal Salt Blends + 4 Recipes

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Learn how to add more herbs to your diet with these easy-to-make herbal salt recipes.

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Essential Oil Blend for Focus + Room Spray for Studying

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When you’re having trouble focusing, this easy essential oil blend paired with gentle movement can be just the trick to get your mind back on track.

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Herbal Blend for Circular Thoughts

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Try this herbal remedy made with passionflower, lavender, and valerian when you have circular thoughts and you need a way to rebalance your mind and body.

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10 Underused Herbs for Wellness

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Explore 10 underused herbs that are little-known but wonderful substitutes for more popular herbal allies. These uncommon herbs are sure to spark your herbal curiosity.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Herbalism

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Interested in herbalism, but don’t know where to begin? Build your herbalism starter kit with this guide to beginner-friendly herbs, supplies, and more.

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Botanical Fixatives in Natural Perfumes

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Learn about the most common fixatives for natural perfume and how to use fixatives for DIY aromatherapy blending.

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How to Season Cast Iron + Cast Iron Conditioner Recipe

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Learn how to properly season your cast iron skillet, how to choose the best oil to season cast iron, and how to make a DIY cast iron conditioner.

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Stinging Nettle Identification, Benefits, & Recipes

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Explore the benefits of stinging nettle in this herbal deep dive. Learn all there is to know about nettle leaf and nettle root with links to safe harvesting practices and recipes such as nettle tea.

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Osha: A Supportive, but At-Risk Plant Ally

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Learn more about osha and how you can help take pressure off this important, at-risk herbal ally.åÊ

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Dandelion and Cacao Bitters for Digestion

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People have been utilizing aromatic bitters for thousands of years as digestive aids. Make your own digestive bitters or cocktail bitters with this easy recipe.

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Energy-Packed Breastfeeding Snacks

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This breastfeeding snack recipe is a great source of protein and fiber and has no single-use packaging!

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A Story of Earth Medicines

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Earth Medicines: Ancestral Wisdom, Healing Recipes, and Wellness Rituals from a Curandera is now available! Learn more about the author Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz.

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9 Tips for Buying and Using Essential Oils

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Eight tips for buying and using essential oils. Covering some of the most frequently asked questions about essential oils.

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How to Make Homemade Tortillas with Nettles

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Learn how to make traditional Mexican tortillas with a nutritious twist!

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Easy Winter Health Formulas

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Natural remedies for winter wellness are easy to make and handy to keep around for those moments when our immune systems need a little extra support.

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Adaptogenic Chai Tea Recipe with Astragalus

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Sip wellness support with this DIY chai blend with astragalus, an adaptogenic, immuno-supportive root with a sweet flavor to complement warming spices!

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Why Organic Seaweed is Important

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How can seaweed become certified organic, why it’s important, and what that process looks like.

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Mood Booster: An Herbal Extract for the Winter Blues

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If you’re struggling with seasonal blues, combine this simple herbal extract blend with healthy doses of natural light to make winter a little easier.

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Herbs for Sports: Natural Support for Performance & Recovery

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Learn how herbs can assist athletes in meeting their fitness and training goals. With variations on an herbal endurance blend, including a mushroom spice latte that will give you a morning jumpstart, these herbs can make a difference!

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Vegan Poke Bowl Recipe with Seaweed and Sesame

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Try out this Vegan Sesame Poke Bowl with Seaweed recipe that uses marinade and baked tempeh, a great source of protein.

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East Asian Herbal Liniment + Poultice Recipe

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Make your own East Asian Medicine Die Da Jiu liniment and keep this topical preparation handy to meet the inevitable slings and arrows of an active life.

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Organic Herb Sourcing: The Bigger Picture

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Procurement is more than relationship building. A good buyer takes into consideration the whole picture, from geological happenings to the quality of the final product, and everywhere in between.

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Benefits and History of Lemon Balm + Tea Recipes

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Learn about the history, benefits, and uses of one of the most beloved and versatile herbs, lemon balm.

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Homemade Herbal Mouthwash Recipes

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Create homemade natural mouthwashes to avoid the artificial coloring, flavors, preservatives, and harmful ingredients found in commercial mouthwashes.

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BRING Business Program Adds Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Component

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We work with BRING’s Rethink Business Program. They are helping businesses weave justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (J.E.D.I.) into workplaces

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Ginger Root: Cultivation, History, and Recipes

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Ginger has a long history of assisting with digestive function and making a tasty addition to food and beverages. Learn more about ginger root’s healthful qualities.

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Chai Spice Oatmeal Cookie Recipe+ Vegan Option

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It’s time to start thinking about holiday cookies. This chai spice oatmeal cookie recipe with a vegan option is definitely one to add to the cookie plate.

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Organic Garden Design: The Benefits of Companion Planting with Herbs

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How to use companion planting for natural pest management and to grow a bountiful garden in any size space.

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DIY Bath Fizz Powder with Lavender

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Fizzing lavender bath powder is a wonderful way to pamper yourself and also an easy, much appreciated holiday gift for friends and family.

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Benefits and History of Slippery Elm Bark + Tea Recipe

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Slippery elm bark has been used for thousands of years for a variety of health issues. Learn more about this powerful demulcent.

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Forgotten Cookie Recipe With Yaupon Tea

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Whether you’re planning your holiday cookie tray or just craving a cookie, this easy gluten-free forgotten cookie recipe with yaupon tea is a must-try.

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DIY Cutting Board Oil: Maintain Your Cutting Boards & Wooden Utensils

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DIY cutting board oil made with organic, shelf-stable fractionated coconut MCT oil is easy and inexpensive, so you can say goodbye to petroleum-based mineral oil!

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How to Make Scented Wax Melts + DIY Pumpkin Spice Air Freshener Blend

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Learn how to make homemade wax melts and find a pumpkin spice blend recipe for aromatherapy.

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DIY Herbal Dog Treat Recipe

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Homemade dog treats are easy to make and with herbal powders, they can have a calming effect.

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A Promise of Permanence

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The difference in a company and a brand comes down to permanence. Read what the Mountain Rose Herbs CEO has to say about balancing growth and ethics.

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