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Discover the wisdom that herbal medicine has to offer. Join Kris Vaughan, Certified Clinical Herbalist, for discussions on the use of medicinal herbs, herbal medicine making, and more.
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Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Many people who are new to taking herbal tinctures become concerned when the alcohol percentage reads over 40%. Why is the alcohol so high and is that safe? In this episode, Kris Vaughan explains the role of alcohol in herbal extracts (tinctures) and gives some comparison to common foods and beverages for context. Kris also discusses the plant compounds we extract from herbs and their solubility in water, alcohol, and glycerin. This episode offers basic information and some chemistry to consider when making your own herbal tinctures or choosing to use them for your own health and well being.
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Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Thank you for the constituent details and how to extract them
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Love this
Friday Aug 06, 2021
thanks!
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
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