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Medicinal Action
Muscle Relaxation
Muscle relaxation supports relief from tension, cramps, or spasms, improving comfort and mobility. Herbs like valerian (Valeriana officinalis), cramp bark (Viburnum opulus), and kava (Piper methysticum) are traditionally used to ease muscle tightness and promote relaxation. Magnesium is also widely recognized for its role in relaxing muscle fibers and reducing spasms. Techniques such as stretching, warm baths, or massage therapy are often combined with herbal remedies to enhance overall muscle relaxation and recovery.
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Prickly Ash
Prickly Ash Bark (Zanthoxylum americanum) is a dynamic, warming tonic that encourages movement, clarity, and vitality. Traditionally used by Indigenous peoples and early North American herbalists, it is valued as a circulatory stimulant and nervine tonic — an ally for those who feel sluggish, chilled, or stagnant.
This vibrant bark enlivens the body’s rivers of circulation, stimulating both blood and lymphatic flow. Its gentle tingling on the tongue reflects its activating nature — awakening digestion, supporting healthy warmth, and promoting awareness in the periphery.
Energetically, Prickly Ash embodies the spark of renewal. It helps encourage a sense of warmth and natural circulation throughout the body, restoring aliveness and gentle momentum.
Crafted through a 60% organic cane ethanol extraction, this tincture preserves the bark’s full aromatic and bitter complexity, capturing its ancient wisdom and vital fire.
Dosage
Take 2-4 mL (approximately 20–40 drops) up to three times daily in a small amount of water or directly on the tongue.
Best taken before meals to support circulation and digestion, or as needed when feeling cold or energetically sluggish.
Pairs well with warming teas and practices that move energy — such as walking, breathwork, or gentle stretching.
Cautions
Generally well-tolerated at suggested dosages. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use if you are:
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Pregnant or nursing
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Experiencing acute inflammation or hot, dry conditions
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Managing gastrointestinal irritation or ulcers
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Taking medications that affect circulation or blood clotting
Avoid excessive use; Prickly Ash is a stimulating herb best used in moderate amounts.
$25.00
Ashwagandha Root
A deeply restorative adaptogen, Ashwagandha Root (Withania somnifera) has been treasured in Ayurvedic tradition for centuries for its ability to strengthen resilience and restore balance. Known as a “rasayana” or rejuvenative tonic, it supports the body’s natural capacity to adapt to life’s daily stressors and maintain equilibrium across the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems.
This tincture offers a stabilizing, grounding energy — not stimulating, but harmonizing. It helps moderate the body’s stress response, nourishing depleted reserves and supporting healthy adrenal function over time.
Crafted through a 60% organic cane ethanol extraction to preserve its full spectrum of constituents, this formula embodies the adaptogenic principle described by herbalist David Winston: to normalize rather than force, to strengthen rather than overstimulate, and to build vitality that endures.
Like the resilient root itself, Ashwagandha invites you to slow your rhythm, find your center, and cultivate calm strength from within.
Dosage
Take 2–4 mL (approximately 40–80 drops) up to three times daily in a small amount of water or directly on the tongue.
Best taken consistently over time for cumulative benefit, particularly during periods of emotional strain, fatigue, or high output.
Pairs well with restorative practices such as breathwork, yoga nidra, journaling, or quiet moments in nature.
Cautions
Generally well-tolerated. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use if you are:
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Pregnant or nursing
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Sensitive to plants in the nightshade (Solanaceae) family
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Managing hemochromatosis (excess iron) or hyperthyroid conditions
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Taking sedatives or thyroid medications
Discontinue use if any adverse effects occur.
$25.00
Red Clover (Trifolium pretense)
Historical Use:
Red clover has long been regarded in European and folk herbal traditions as a “blood purifier” and lymphatic tonic. Herbalists used the blossoms as an alterative to support the body’s natural detoxification processes, promote clearer skin, and ease stubborn, lingering congestion. The plant was also valued as a gentle expectorant to relieve coughs and bronchial irritation. Topically, poultices made from red clover were used to soothe rashes, eczema, and wounds.
Current Uses:
Today, red clover is most widely recognized for its phytoestrogenic properties. Isoflavones found in the blossoms have been studied for their ability to modulate estrogen activity, making red clover a common choice for easing menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings.
Red clover also remains an important herb for lymphatic and “blood-cleansing” support in contemporary herbalism, used to promote healthy skin and gentle detoxification. It is sometimes included in formulations for chronic skin conditions, sluggish lymphatic flow, or recovery from long illness.
In cardiovascular health, red clover’s isoflavones have shown potential for improving vascular elasticity and supporting healthy lipid profiles, though research is mixed. Some practitioners also recommend red clover extracts for supporting bone density in postmenopausal women.
Respiratory uses continue today, with red clover being taken as a tea or syrup to support cough relief and promote the expectoration of mucus. Topically, it is used in salves, washes, and poultices to calm inflammatory skin conditions and support wound healing.
Learn More:
Want to explore more about energetics, history and more? Visit our Materia Medica section and search for this herb to deepen your understanding.
$4.15
Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica)
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Nettle has a long tradition of use across Europe and Asia as a strengthening spring tonic, valued for its ability to “cleanse the blood” and restore vitality after the winter months. Fresh nettles were sometimes used for urtication — intentionally brushed on the skin — to stimulate circulation and relieve joint pain or stiffness.
Current Uses:
Nettle leaf is now widely recognized as a nutrient-rich herb, abundant in vitamins A, C, K, and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. The leaf is taken as tea, infusion, or food to replenish nutrients, support general health, and gently build strength. Its anti-inflammatory actions make it a key ally for easing arthritis, joint pain, and muscle soreness. Many herbalists recommend nettle leaf for reducing seasonal allergies and supporting clear, healthy breathing, likely due to its influence on histamine pathways.
Nettle leaf is also used to encourage healthy kidney and urinary function and is considered mildly diuretic, supporting the removal of excess fluids. Externally and internally, nettle leaf has been used to support healthy skin and hair, helping reduce dandruff, strengthen hair, and soothe skin conditions such as eczema.
Nettle root is distinct in its action, most notably used to support urinary flow and prostate health in cases of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is also considered mildly astringent and has been traditionally used to address excessive bleeding.
Nettle seed is prized as a nutritive tonic, rich in fatty acids and micronutrients. Contemporary herbalists use nettle seed as a rejuvenative herb, sometimes referred to as an adaptogen, to support energy, endurance, and overall vitality.
*To learn more about this plant’s traditional and modern uses, energetics, and potential contraindications, visit our Materia Medica section and search for this herb by name. There, you’ll find detailed notes on safe use and preparation methods.
$5.60