St. Francis Herb Farm

Detox | Sleep Support | Stress Relief

Cleanse. Calm. Sleep. Resolve to Restore Whole Health.
BySt Francis Herb Farm December 10, 2025January 6, 2026

Rest, Relax, Detox Restore Wholeness. The new year usually arrives with the pressure to pursue a “new you”, along with a push on products and programs promising a boost in health, energy and appearance. But wellbeing, vitality and lasting health isn’t a quick fix – it’s the result of daily and nightly habits that work together to support your health holistically. Focusing on the foundations of wellness defines your whole health: sleep quality, stress resiliency and efficient elimination all define the…

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HELLO HERB! Herbal Profile: Black Walnut
BySt Francis Herb Farm December 5, 2025December 10, 2025

Native to Eastern and Central North America. Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) is one of the most abundant trees in the Eastern US, that can grow to heights of 100 feet. Medicinal Parts and compounds: Unripe fruit hulls, as well as bark and leaves. The therapeutic compounds include juglones, tannins, antioxidants including polyphenols and flavonoids. Black Walnut trees are valued not only for their natural, ornamental beauty, but also as a desirable…

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Digestion

Cheers to the Holidays! Festive Beverages with Benefits.
BySt. Francis Herb Farm November 12, 2025November 27, 2025

‘Tis the season to indulge in delicious food and drink alike! We took some classic festive favourites and gave them an herbal twist that add both flavour and health benefits. Peppermint Hot Chocolate A family favorite with a fresh kick! Serves 2 Whisk milk, cocoa and maple together over low heat in a saucepan until…

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Digestion

HELLO HERB! Herbal Profile – Gentian!
BySt Francis Herb Farm November 4, 2025December 5, 2025

Gentian (Gentiana lutea) is a perennial plant that can grow one to two meters tall with trumpet-shaped blossoms ranging in colours that include yellow, mauve and white, and vibrant blue. The genus of gentian is named for the Illyrian King Gentius, who was said to have discovered the therapeutic tonic properties of the plant. Common names: Great yellow gentian, bitter root, bitterwort, gall weed. Distribution: Gentian is native to the Himalayan Mountain regions and the Alps. Today, it grows in grassy alpine regions throughout Europe, China and parts of North America. Therapeutic Compounds Gentian root has a characteristic bitter taste…

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Stress Relief

Adrenal fatigue – what to know about it – and how herbs can help!
BySt Francis Herb Farm October 29, 2025November 13, 2025

Adrenal fatigue, or “burnout”, has been a hot topic over the last few years – and no wonder! Modern life and its many demands often bring an abundance of stress with effects that can impact day-to-day health. The adrenal glands are triangular endocrine glands that sit on the top of each kidney. Their role is…

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HELLO HERB! Herbal Spotlight: Echinacea
BySt Francis Herb Farm September 25, 2025November 13, 2025

Echinacea is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants in the daisy family that thrive in wet to dry prairies and wooded areas. The name “Echinacea” comes from the Greek word ἐχῖνος (ekhinos), meaning “hedgehog,” due to their spiny central disks. Native to: Northeastern China, Japan, and Korea Modern distribution: Echinacea is a popular garden flower,…

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Immunity

Meet the Herbs in Deep Immune®
BySt Francis Herb Farm September 24, 2025November 13, 2025

Every herb possesses its own unique signature therapeutic effect – and in some cases, there is a significant advantage to working with strength in numbers! The award-winning Deep Immune® formula is certainly a sum of its parts. Adaptogenic plant medicines from across the globe and herbal healing traditions have been expertly blended for a spectrum…

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Plant Medicine 101

Top 5 Things To Know About Adaptogens
BySt Francis Herb Farm September 4, 2025November 13, 2025

1. What are adaptogens? Adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that exert distinct effects on the mind and body, helping them be resilient to environmental, physical, mental and emotional stressors! Some adaptogens do this by interacting with the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis), that controls the interaction and balance of hormones — including cortisol, a primary “stress…

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Allergies | Plant Medicine 101

Pollinators on St. Francis Herb Farm
BySt Francis Herb Farm August 5, 2025August 28, 2025

Pollinators! These amazing creatures move from plant to plant helping to transport and exchange genetic information to aid in reproduction of seeds and fruits. Pollinators are crucial for both biodiversity and healthy food webs! Fact: A major threat to pollinators is pesticide use. In targeting crop-damaging pests, valuable pollinators are killed as well. Pollinators are present in…

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HELLO HERB! Herbal Spotlight: Codonopsis
BySt Francis Herb Farm July 31, 2025September 4, 2025

Codonopsis’ (Codonopsis pilosula) name is derived from the Greek words “Kodon” (meaning bell) and “Opsis” (meaning likeness), reflecting its bell-shaped green flowers with purple veins. There are over 40 species of the Campanulaceae family, and 21 are used therapeutically. Native to: Northeastern China, Japan, and Korea Common Names: dang shen, bonnet bellflower, and poor man’s ginseng –…

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