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How Reishi Mushrooms Helped Me

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs on Sep 15th 2016

Reishi Mushrooms, also called Red Reishi Mushrooms, or Ling Zhi as they are known by their pin yin name are a kidney        shaped fungus that has a red to a reddish brown color cap and brown pores on the underside with a woody or corky texture. It does not have gills on the underside like button mushrooms. In nature, it grows on hardwood trees such as maple, oak and elm …
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​Herbal Holiday Gifts  - Herbal Bath & Foot Soak Bags - Part 1

Aug 22nd 2016

The holidays are only a few months away. Now is the time to start thinking about gifts, especially if you like to make them yourself. Herbal gifts are great ideas. I know I always enjoy receiving them. Best of all they are easy to make and you can personalize them for each person on your list!Today, I am going to talk about bath and foot soaks. There is something luxurious about soaki …
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Back to School – The Germ Season Begins!

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs on Aug 4th 2016

It’s that time of year again! School will be starting soon! The kids are excited to get new school supplies and clothes. They are excited to see their friends and start a new grade. As a parent the start of the school year means something different to me. For me it’s signals the beginning of “Germ Season”.Germ season begins with the first day of school and runs through the winter months. …
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​Uses for Reusable Tea Bags (Muslin Culinary bags)

​Uses for Reusable Tea Bags (Muslin Culinary bags)

Posted by 1stChineseHerbs on Jul 27th 2016

It Doesn't Matter What Name Is Used For Culinary Bag...... These Bags Are Useful!Muslin culinary bags or reusable teabags don’t look like very much, but they sure are handy! They come in an assortment of sizes, so finding the right size for any use is easy. Below are some ideas to get you started.Sachet: Fill with your favorite herbs. Then place them in you linen closet, clothes drawers, c …
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