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HELLO HERB! Herbal Profile: Gentian!
BySt Francis Herb Farm November 4, 2025February 5, 2026

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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HELLO HERB! Herbal Profile: Turmeric
BySt Francis Herb Farm July 3, 2025February 5, 2026

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a flowering perennial plant that belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, along with ginger. The use of turmeric dates back over 4000 years where it was used by Vedic culture in India as a culinary spice and has been referenced in Ayurvedic texts for its medicinal purposes. The name Turmeric comes from the…

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HELLO HERB! Herbal Profile: Ginger
BySt Francis Herb Farm March 21, 2025February 5, 2026

Zingiber officinale. A flowering plant that is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, along with galangal and turmeric. It is said that the name ginger traces back to Sanskrit words for “horn” and “body” in reference to the shape of the root. Native to: Ginger is thought to have originated in tropical rainforests of Maritime…

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Support The Foundation of Your Health with Winter Wellness Essentials
BySt Francis Herb Farm November 3, 2023March 10, 2025

What is wellness? It has been defined as “the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.” Many factors shape our wellbeing, like diet, lifestyle, and relationships. Some are not entirely in our control, but there are some substantial ones we can influence that contribute to our overall health: healthy digestion,…

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The Digestion—Immunity Link – And How Bitter Herbs Can Help!
BySt Francis Herb Farm November 24, 2022February 10, 2026

Bitters for Better Immunity. How Digestion helps strengthen your natural defences. There has been a lot of talk about immunity over the last few years. We are all looking to build and maintain a strong immune system. The immune system is located all throughout the body, including in the digestive tract – and supporting gut…

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The S.E.E.D. Approach – Our Simple, Holistic Guide to Staying Healthy
BySt Francis Herb Farm August 4, 2022March 3, 2025

If the last few years have taught us anything, it is to prioritize our health and look for ways to protect ourselves and our loved ones. To stay healthy, it is critical to be proactive by building a strong immune system and being prepared to fight back against infections that can quickly be passed around….

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