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5 Simple Ways to Use Herbs:   Let's Make This Easy

5 Simple Ways to Use Herbs: Let's Make This Easy

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Jun 24th 2026

5 Simple Ways to Use Herbs: Let’s Make This Easy Let’s talk about what happens when you select an herb. You browse.    You compare.   You finally choose something.  The package arrives.   You open the bag. And then…. You stare at it like it just gave you homework. Suddenly the questions begin. Do I make tea? Do I cook this? Do …
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The Dirty Secret Behind Cheap Herbs Online

The Dirty Secret Behind Cheap Herbs Online

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Jun 23rd 2026

The Dirty Secret Behind Cheap Herbs Online (And Why Cheap Herbs Often Cost You More) Let's Take A Look At All Of This! Everyone loves a good deal. A sale here. A coupon there. A price so low it feels almost impossible to ignore. And when shopping for herbs online, it’s easy to think: “Why would I pay more when this bag looks exactly the same?” After all… it’s just …
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Calendula Cream and My New Hobby

Calendula Cream and My New Hobby

Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. Trusted since 1994. on Jun 10th 2026

I Had So Much Calendula I Started Making Hand Cream (And Accidentally Created A New Hobby) Nobody talks about the dark side of calendula. Gardeners will tell you how beautiful it is. They'll tell you the bees love it. They'll tell you how cheerful those bright orange flowers look scattered throughout the garden. What they won't tell you is that calendula seems to operate under the belief …
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The Two Most Dangerous Words in Gardening and Herbalism: “I’ll Remember”

The Two Most Dangerous Words in Gardening and Herbalism: “I’ll Remember”

Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. Trusted since 1994. on Jun 3rd 2026

The Two Most Dangerous Words in Gardening and Herbalism: “I’ll Remember” Or: How I Accidentally Took My Energy Herb Before Bed, My Sleep Herb During the Day, Lost Track of My Seedlings, and Started a Bean Invasion.... What A Day To Remember  Quick Answer: If you use bulk herbs, loose teas, seeds, starter plants, or homemade blends, label everything immediately. Energy-styl …
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