Why Does the Same Herb Cost More? 9 Things to Check Before You Buy
Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Guest Writer Nancy and the 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team on Sep 16th 2026
Why Does the Same Herb Cost More on One Website? 9 Things You're Actually Paying For
Two bags can have the same herb name on the front—and still not be the same product. Here's how to compare bulk herbs before deciding which one is really the better value.
You search for an herb online.
One website has it for $11.99.Another has it for $18.95.Another wants $31.00.
They all say the same herb.
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Tea Time Just Got More Fun: Meet Our Cat, Owl & Teapot Tea Infusers
Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Sep 16th 2026
Meet Our New Tea Infusers: Teapot, Cat & Owl
Loose-leaf tea just got a little more fun.
Making a good cup of tea doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes all you need is your favorite loose tea, hot water, a comfortable mug—and an infuser that makes you smile.
Our new teapot, cat, and owl tea infusers combine an everyday tea tool with three playful designs. They're reusable, easy to us
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Herbs That Are Not Safe for Dogs and Cats: A Pet Owner's Guide
Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. on Sep 16th 2026
Herbs That Are Not Safe for Dogs and Cats: A Pet Owner's Guide
Western Herbs, Chinese Herbs & Essential Oils Pet Owners Should Know About
Natural doesn't always mean pet-safe.
Herbs that people commonly use in foods, teas, supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and natural household products aren't automatically safe for dogs and cats.
Animals can process certain plant compounds different
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Why Does This Herb Have So Many Names? Am I Buying the Right One?
Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Sep 9th 2026
Why Does This Herb Have So Many Names? Am I Buying the Right One?
You search for an herb online.
You find the English name. Then another common name. Then a Chinese name. Then a botanical name that looks like something from a high-school biology exam.
And you wonder:
“Are these all the same herb?”
Sometimes, yes.
Some herbs can be known by many different names depending on the country,
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