Welcome to the HW Apothicaire Blog. Dive into a treasure trove of knowledge and insights where we explore the realms of holistic community healthcare, ancestral tradtions, nutrition, and herbalism. Our blog is a vibrant space for sharing information, stories, and practical tips to support your journey towards holistic wellness.

Rosemary

An brief herbal monologue of the herb rosemary

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Jun 22, 2024

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Catmint

Nepeta cataria Family: Lamiaceae (mint family) Herbal Energetics: Cool, calming, earthy, refreshing Overview Catnip, commonly called...

Caitlyn Acerbo-Meehl

Feb 28, 2024

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Hawthorn

Hawthorn Crataegus Family: Rosaceae Energetics: slightly cooling/neutral Background Hawthorn has been known for its affinity for the...

Mackenzie Wucik

Feb 20, 2024

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The Healthy Hot Chocolate

Ever crave a hot chocolate, only to reach for a premade packet full of sugar, conventional dairy, and unhealthy additives? Put that...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Feb 11, 2024

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Budget Shopping: Food on the Cheap without Sacrificing Nourishment

Written by Ashley Curran & Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy Times are tough. Grocery prices are sky-high. So, just how do you find nutrient-rich...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Nov 17, 2023

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Garlic

Written by Harmony Zhao Background Garlic is the edible bulb from a plant in the lily family. It was traditionally used for health...

Harmony Zhao

Oct 21, 2023

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Ginger A Peruvian Medicine

“Growing up in a Latino household we used many kinds of at-home remedies from our Peruvian culture. In Peru, ginger is called “kion,” it...

Angie Correa

Oct 20, 2023

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Ginger

By Ashley Curran Scientific name: Zingiber officinale Family: Zingiberaneae An herb that is dry and warming herb utilized for cold and...

Ashley Curran

Oct 17, 2023

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Common Mullein

An herbal monologue about Verbascum thapsus Overview: Common mullein, or wooly mullein, is native to northern Africa, Europe, and Asia...

Olivia Smith

Jul 11, 2023

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Postpartum Herbal Preparation

#postpartumcare #selfcarepostpartum #postpartumherbalism #postpartumrecovery #motherthemother #herbalremediesforpostpartum #womensherbals...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Jan 11, 2023

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My Personal Herbal Birth

Birth & custom holistic herbal plans. This is my personal herbal protocol for birth, tailored just to me. While these herbal formulae...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Dec 29, 2022

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Guide to Gluten Free Eating

#nogoingwithout #glutenfreeliving I am not endorsed by any of the following brands or businesses, just honest recommendations that I have...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Aug 30, 2022

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Herbalist to the Aid

So what does an herbalist do anyway? Why do I need one? Herbalists in the United States do not diagnose, treat or prevent disease....

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Aug 27, 2022

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Ancestral Medicine

My studies began years ago as an undergrad studying medical anthropology. I was fascinated by how cultural strategies kept people safe –...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Jul 1, 2022

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Day Drinking

The weather is warming up, and we will be reaching for that cold refreshing drink. As many of you know, I have had a bout of skin cancer...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Apr 30, 2022

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Nutrition Edit: Try this, not that

Ready for some healthier swaps? Put your health first. Canned Tuna Health threats: mercury and heavy metal contamination. Try this...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Apr 23, 2022

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Week 4 NUTRITION

Welcome to week four! I hope you are thrilled with your progress and take the time to thank yourself and honor how far you have come (no...

Ashley Bissonnette-Murphy

Apr 22, 2022

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