Medicinal Action
Overall Well-Being
Overall well-being encompasses a holistic sense of health and vitality, integrating factors like physical fitness, emotional stability, and meaningful connections. It involves not just the absence of illness but a proactive approach to maintaining balance and resilience. Practices that support overall well-being include a nutritious diet, regular exercise, stress management, and nurturing relationships. Herbs such as ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum), and holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) are often used to enhance vitality and adaptability, contributing to a sense of harmony and thriving health.
Products containing Overall Well-Being
Discover our collection of artisanal salves for holistic healing.
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa)
Sustainably grown and harvested through regenerative agricultural practices on small U.S. farms dedicated to soil health, biodiversity, and ethical stewardship.
Sourced directly from the grower for quality and freshness, then hand-packaged in small batches to preserve vitality.
Sold by the ounce. Example: Quantity 4 = 4 oz.
Radiant Mama Tea Blend
A nourishing herbal blend for women at all stages of life, supporting vitality and wellness. Featuring Red Raspberry Leaf, Nettle, Alfalfa, and Peppermint, this tea is especially beloved for its nutritive benefits.
Detox Delight Tea Blend
A naturally caffeine-free herbal tea crafted to refresh your spirit and support your body’s natural cleansing process. Packed with detoxifying roots, nourishing leaves, and soothing herbs, this blend is your companion on a journey of renewal and vitality.
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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.
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.



