More than 10 years ago, I received a mysterious box from Africa filled with moringa leaves. That moment sparked my fascination with this incredible plant. In this episode, I’ll share what I’ve learned after years of studying and using moringa in my herbal practice—beyond the marketing hype.
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/moringa-benefits-nutrition-uses-herbalists-guide/
(0:00) Introduction
(1:27) Botanical information
(2:50) My experience growing small moringas in pots
(3:20) Parts used (leaves, seeds, roots)
(4:38) Unrealistic marketing claims about “miracle moringa”
(5:26) Constituents and energetics
(7:06) Energetics of Moringa (warming, stimulating, slightly drying)
(7:39) Download my free ebook on herbal teas for the 4 seasons 🌿
(8:03) Moringa as a nutritive tonic
(8:31) Blood builder & anemia support
(9:59) Moringa as a remarkable antioxidant
(12:19) Anti-inflammatory properties
(13:29) Tissue repair and wound healing
(14:10) Antibacterial, antiviral & antiparasitic uses
(15:08) For hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia (blood sugar & cholesterol)
(15:37) Blood pressure lowering
(16:00) Cancer prevention potential
(16:14) Summary
(17:10) How I use and recommend moringa
(18:08) Forms and quantities (powder, tea, dosage)
(19:35) Precautions and safety tips
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
From the hills of Provence to your teacup—discover rosemary, the timeless herb that protects the liver, sharpens the mind, and strengthens the heart.
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/rosemary-benefits-for-liver-brain-and-heart-a-powerful-protector/
(00:00) – Introduction
(01:16) – The plant: botanical info
(02:29) – Picking and gathering
(04:09) – Parts used
(04:45) – Taste and constituents
(06:27) – Energetics
(07:05) – Free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons
(07:24) – Liver depuration and detox
(09:00) – Liver protection
(10:57) – Digestive stimulant
(11:40) – General tonic
(13:14) – Brain and cognitive stimulant
(17:44) – Heart tonic
(19:11) – Rosemary as the ultimate protector?
(22:29) – Forms and dosage
(23:57) – Precautions
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
There are plants that bring back childhood memories—and for me, mullein is one of them. In this episode, we explore mullein (Verbascum thapsus) — a beautiful, tall, fuzzy plant that has soothed dry coughs and supported the lungs for centuries.
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/mullein-verbascum-thapsus-coughs-earaches-incontinence-more/
(00:00) Introduction
(01:27) Botanical description
(04:46) Gathering
(07:34) Constituents, taste and energetics
(08:29) Free eBook herbal teas for the 4 seasons!
(08:48) Properties: dry irritative cough
(09:23) Properties: intro
(12:37) Old coughs
(14:42) Old cough smokers / COPD
(15:27) Asthma
(16:57) Emphysema
(17:11) 5-flower or 7-flower teas of the past
(17:47) Ear aches
(19:06) Cystitis
(20:14) Incontinence
(21:30) Forms and dosage
(24:08) Precautions
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
Discover the real causes of anemia and how to fix it long term—beyond iron pills and spinach. We explore diet, digestion, inflammation, and the best natural strategies: vitamin C, probiotics and medicinal plants.
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/anemia-and-iron-deficiency-causes-symptoms-and-long-term-strategy/
(0:00) Intro
(1:46) Basics
(2:37) Making and losing hemoglobin
(5:56) Loss due to bleeding
(6:48) Blood measurements
(7:57) Boost iron intake through foods
(9:45) Avoid: polyphenols
(13:45) Avoid: foods high in oxalates
(14:29) 📘 Free eBook on herbal teas for the 4 seasons!
(14:47) Legumes
(15:39) Avoid: foods containing phytates
(15:53) Avoid: calcium supplements with meals
(16:27) Add: vitamin C
(18:21) Fix digestion and absorption
(19:31) Fix gut microbiome
(20:42) Consider chronic inflammation
(22:05) Medicinal plants that can help
(23:30) Supplements
(24:27) Summary
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
Rosehip tea, when prepared correctly—using whole or split dried fruits steeped at the right temperature—preserves most of its vitamin C. What temperature? For how long? Answers in this video :-)
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/rosehip-tea-and-vitamin-c-heat-infusion-best-practices/
(00:00) Introduction
(00:31) A few words about rosehips
(01:44) Why we need hot water for extraction
(03:08) Pure vitamin C and heat
(04:43) The protective synergy of rosehips (flavonoids, carotenoids, fibers)
(05:31) Download my free eBook on teas for the seasons!
(05:50) Great study on vitamin C losses in rosehip tea
(07:04) Study on rosehip nectar
(08:02) Cutting size matters
(08:28) Impact of drying temperature
(09:35) Wrap up: optimal vitamin C conservation for rosehip
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
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After 10 years of growing a medicinal herb garden, I’ve made plenty of mistakes—and learned even more. In this episode, I share the 6 biggest lessons that will save you time, effort, and plants.
Free eBook on preparing your herbal teas for the 4 seasons:https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/obtain-your-free-ebook/
Link to the article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/medicinal-garden-lessons-6-mistakes-and-what-they-taught-me/
Intro (0:00)
Big thanks to Richo Cech at StrictlyMedicinalSeeds (1:20)
My gardening experience (2:10)
Download free eBook: Herbal Teas for the 4 Seasons (3:49)
Mistake 1 – Relying too much on books (4:27)
Mistake 2 – Too many plants (6:00)
Mistake 3 – Wanting to pick the right spot from the start (8:55)
Mistake 4 – Lack of diversification (11:12)
Mistake 5 – Not enough shaded areas (13:49)
Mistake 6 – Wanting to control (disease, pests, etc.) (14:52)
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
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Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) isn’t just a spice—it’s a potent herbal remedy. In this video, learn how to use it safely for health and healing.
(00:00) – Intro
(00:48) – The plant, botanical information
(03:09) – Constituents & energetics
(04:44) – Properties: Cold & winter infections
(06:57) – Properties: Digestion
(09:03) – Properties: Toothache
(10:52) – Properties: Analgesic joint pain
(12:09) – Properties: Chronic pain with cold component
(12:57) – Properties: Metabolic syndrome
(13:40) – Important for chronic use: do rotations
(14:15) – Forms & quantities
(14:23) – How to use: Tea
(15:12) – How to use: Tincture
(15:38) – How to use: Powder & capsules
(16:21) – How to use: Infused oil
(17:48) – How to use: Essential oil
(18:32) – Precautions
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
#herbalism #herbalmedicine #herbal #herbs #herbaltea #herbalremedies #herbalcare #homeremedies #homeremedy #medicinalplants #plantmedicine #clove #toothacheremedy #toothacherelief #toothache #jointpain #arthritisrelief #bloatingrelief
Join me to discover génépi, the legendary Alpine wormwood. In this episode, we'll talk about the 4 main species of genepi, traditional uses for digestion, colds & immunity, energetics, properties & precautions, safer alternatives to this endangered plant A rare herb, a symbol of resilience, and a fascinating part of Alpine herbalism.
Article and transcription : https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/genepi-herbal-emblem-of-french-mountain-culture/
(00:00) Introduction
(02:13) My first encounter with genepi
(03:56) Botanical, 4 species
(06:09) Parts used
(07:02) Taste, energetics and constituents
(08:20) Properties – Digestive
(10:01) Properties – Cold and chills
(12:21) Properties – General tonic
(13:36) Properties – Emmenagogue
(14:22) Alternatives to the endangered plant
(15:41) Forms and quantities
(16:14) Precautions
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
#herbalism #herbalmedicine #herbal #herbs #herbaltea #herbalremedies #herbalcare #homeremedies #homeremedy #medicinalplants #plantmedicine #alpsmountains
Welcome to the very first episode of Herbal Applied Research News (HARN)! In this series, I review recent (and sometimes overlooked) studies on medicinal plants and share what they might mean in practice.
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/harn1-milk-thistle-leaves-not-seeds-sumac-for-nash/
In today’s episode:- Surprising findings on milk thistle leaves (not seeds!) and their silymarin content.- A 2020 clinical trial on sumac fruit powder for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
(00:00) - Introduction
(02:20) - Overview of our two studies
(02:45) - Study 1: milk thistle leaves and their silymarin content
(08:51) - Study 2: sumac and its benefits for fatty liver diseases
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications.
#herbalism #herbalmedicine #herbal #herbs #herbaltea #herbalremedies #herbalcare #homeremedies #homeremedy #medicinalplants #plantmedicine #milkthistle #sumac #nafld #fattyliver #fattyliverdisease
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is one of the most powerful — and underrated — medicinal plants in herbalism. In this video, I take you on a deep dive into the many ways thyme can support your health
Associated article: https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/thyme-benefits-a-powerful-herbal-remedy-from-provence/
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:53) - Case study 1: urinary tract infection
(03:53) - Common thyme, the plant
(06:06) - Picking and drying
(06:54) - Wild thyme vs. garden thyme
(09:09) - Thyme's problem: a condiment
(09:44) - Energetics and constituents
(11:16) - Thyme for cold
(12:15) - Thyme for bronchitis
(13:58) - Thyme for immunity
(14:15) - Thyme as a cough regulator
(15:18) - Thyme for asthma
(16:20) - Case study 2: bronchitis
(18:31 )- Thyme for urinary tract infections
(20:26) - Thyme for digestion
(21:27) - Gingivitis, periodontitis
(21:46) - Thyme as a tonic
(24:03) - Misc. properties and indications
(24:51) - Preparations and quantities
(26:05) - Precautions and contraindications
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare professional. The information shared here is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Herbal remedies are not a substitute for medical care. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbs, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take medication.
#herbalism #herbalmedicine #herbal #herbs #herbaltea #herbalremedies #herbalcare #homeremedies #homeremedy #medicinalplants #plantmedicine #thyme
Welcome to the very first English Q&A of The French Herbal! In this episode, I answer 3 common questions on medicinal plants and herbalism:
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/qa1-can-you-eat-medicinal-plants-teas-vs-hydrosols-bad-herbal-mixes/
(00:00) - Intro
(01:10) - Question 1: Can we eat medicinal plants instead of preparing teas or tinctures?
(06:25) - Question 2: What's the difference between a tea and a hydrosol?
(10:29) - Question 3: Are there bad herbal mixes?
Disclaimer: The content shared in this video is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Always do your own research and seek professional guidance before using medicinal plants.
#herbalism #herbalmedicine #herbal #herbs #herbaltea #herbalremedies #herbalcare #homeremedies #homeremedy #medicinalplants #plantmedicine
Discover fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium), a beautiful and abundant plant that deserves much more than its reputation as “just” a prostate herb. In this episode, Christophe from The French Herbal explores the full medicinal potential of this fascinating plant.
It’s a complete overview for herbal students, clinical herbalists and plant lovers who want to use fireweed beyond the cliché. (And yes… the cowbells are real — nothing I can do about them 😅)
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/fireweed-epilobium-benefits-prostate-herb-and-more/
(00:00) : Intro
(00:50) : Fireweed, the plant
(03:01) : Constituents
(03:47) : Mouth and throat inflammation
(05:36) : Intestinal inflammation
(07:34) : From Henriette Kress, for nutritional transitions
(08:15) : Diarrhea
(09:05) : Excess uterine bleeding
(09:57) : Prostate issues
(14:04) : Orchitis and epididymitis
(14:30) : Forms and quantities
(16:00) : Contraindications and precautions
(16:37) : I gotta have more cowbell!
If you enjoy this episode, feel free to subscribe — more plant deep dives are on the way!
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare professional. The information shared here is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Herbal remedies are not a substitute for medical care. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbs, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take medication.
#fireweed #epilobium #medicinalplants #herbalmedicine #thefrenchherbal #plantmedicines #prostatehealth #clinicalherbalism #phytotherapy
Join me in the stunning Swiss Alps for a deep dive into gentian (Gentiana lutea) — a legendary medicinal plant of European herbalism. Gentian is famous as a digestive bitter, but it’s so much more than an appetite stimulant. With a long tradition of use in France and beyond, gentian has been valued for digestive health, nervous system balance, immune support, and even vitality restoration.
Whether you’re an herbalist, a natural health enthusiast, or simply curious about one of Europe’s most iconic alpine plant, this video will give you practical ways to integrate gentian into your herbal toolkit.
(00:00) - Introduction
(01:35) - The plant
(02:59) - Parts used
(03:21) - Introduction to its properties: digestion, immunity, vitality
(04:20) - Gentian for digestion, the "bitter tonic" effect
(10:00) - Gentian for the nervous system
(11:58) - Gentian as antidepressant
(13:35) - Gentian for immunity
(15:42) - Forms and quantities (mostly tincture)
(18:33) - "Gentian water" (cold maceration) is how I take it
(20:32) - Precautions, contraindications
(22:09) - My big change of mind regarding gentian
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have ulcers, or take medications.
#Gentian #GentianaLutea #medicinalplants #herbalmedicine #herbalism #BitterHerbs #digestionsupport #digestivehealth #NaturalRemedies #immunitybooster #HerbalTonics #wildcrafting #plantmedicine #AlpinePlants #herbalist
Hello friend of the herbs. My name is Christophe. I am a french herbalist. On this channel, I will take you on a journey to discover French style herbalism based on tradition and practical experience. Welcome!
https://www.thefrenchherbal.com/podcast/welcome-to-the-french-herbal/
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