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Nettle Infusion

Nettle Infusion

*Nettle* is amazingly rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, especially the critical trace minerals: anti-cancer selenium, immune-enhancing sulphur, memory-enhancing zinc, diabetes-chasing chromium, and bone-building boron. A quart of nettle infusion contains more than 1000 milligrams of calcium, 15000 IU of vitamin A, 760 milligrams of vitamin K, 10% protein, and lavish amounts of most B vitamins.

To make a nettle infusion: Measure out one ounce of the dried herb. Boil a quart of water. Put the dried herb into a quart jar and fill to the top with the boiling water. Stir with a wooden spoon and add water until the jar is full to the top. Lid tightly and set aside to brew for at least four hours, or overnight, whichever is easier for you.

To use: Strain and squeeze the liquid out of the herb. Be sure to refrigerate your infusion, as it will go bad at room temperature once it is done brewing. (If that happens, I use it as plant food. And you should see how my roses adore it!)

Nettle infusion is delicious over ice. Its rich green taste is not at its best when served hot. Adding honey can make it taste quite strange. Some folks like to add a little apple juice to sweeten it. Or stir in some miso, for a salty drink. However you consume it, do drink it up within a few days, as nettle infusion doesn't last.

Green blessings surround us, even in the middle of winter.

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Addictions & Anxiety

Addictions & Anxiety

Caller on blogtalkradio says she has issues with addictions and balancing herself. She asks what can help.
Susun mentions nourishing herbal infusions. She talks about ways of managing anxiety. She mentions that balance is not possible but flexibility is and that we should find what works for us to gain our own acceptance. They also talk about schisandra.

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Linden infusion

Linden infusion

A caller on blogtalkradio asks if there is a difference in using 1 ounce or 1/2 ounce of Linden to make Infusion. Susun says either way is fine and mentions lindens benefit.
This audio is just over 1:00 minute long.

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Energize and Enjoy with Nettle

Energize and Enjoy with Nettle

Winter is my season. I love the snow and the cold; I crave the deep and nourishing dark; I delight when the sun makes rainbows in the snow. The holidays grant us all permission to glitter and shine, to be golden and glowing, to twinkle like a star and smile at strangers; and that is nourishing to my soul.

But winter isn't for everyone. For some, winter is a time of sadness and exhaustion. The reduced hours of daylight can bring the doldrums. Too much permission to drink alcohol and eat refined sugars can leave one feeling less than lively, even leaden.

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Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a common weed throughout much of the world. The dried herb makes a nourishing herbal infusion that packs more energy per cup than any stimulant, and without the downside of caffeine or stimulating herbs like cayenne and ginger. Tired teenagers, sleep-deprived new moms, stressed executives, wakeful menopausal gals, and wise women of all ages depend on stinging nettle to restore mood, replenish energy, and guarantee sound sleep.

Nettle is amazingly rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, especially the critical trace minerals: anti-cancer selenium, immune-enhancing sulphur, memory-enhancing zinc, diabetes-chasing chromium, and bone-building boron. A quart of nettle infusion contains more than 1000 milligrams of calcium, 15000 IU of vitamin A, 760 milligrams of vitamin K, 10% protein, and lavish amounts of most B vitamins.

There is no denser nutrition found in any plant, not even bluegreen algae; and nettle is much more reasonably priced than any supplement, especially if you buy more than an ounce or two at a time. (Sources of dried herb at good prices are found in my books and at my website.)

But we must consume lots of nettle to get this power-packed nutrition. I infuse a full ounce dried nettle in a quart of water to make a brew that nourishes my ability to think and supports my desire to work. Infusing nettle maximizes its energy-enhancing effects too. Teas, tinctures and capsules of nettle contain too little herb to make a difference in vim and vigor. To experience the miracle of nettle, you'll need to take the time to make a real infusion (directions follow).

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Back Pain & Cold

Back pain & Cold Virus

A caller on bloagtalkradio, has lower back pain and a cold and asks what to do. Susun talks about movements for the back. She also talks about taking nourishing herbal infusions for overall health. Echinacea tincture, yarrow tincture and horseradish tincture for the cold. St. Johns wort tincture for back pain.

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Antibiotics before surgery

Antibiotics before surgery

A Caller says her dentist wants her to take antibiotics before having an extraction. She asks Susuns advice. Susun says that antibiotcs are not useful to prevent infection. She talks about things to do instead, including nourishing herbal infusions.

 

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Comfrey Infusion

Comfrey Infusion

Susun makes an herbal infusion of Comfrey (Symphytum) leaf. Adding a pinch of mint reduces the astringency. Affects bones, tendons, ligaments, muscles, skin, and memory.

Vitamin D supplements

Vitamin D supplements

Caller says she had a blood test, and tested low for vitamin D. She asks Susuns thoughts on the supplement her Doctor is suggesting. Susun asks if the caller uses a lot of olive oil. She says people who use a lot of olive oil show up low in vitamin D on blood tests. She says that if she thinks she does need a supplement she should get liquid vitamin d3 and drink Nettle infusions.

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Tincture questions

Tincture questions

A caller on blogtalkradio says nourishing herbal infusions have helped her a lot. She asks questions about mullein and milk thistle seeds. She also asks about other tinctures she made and they discuss making tincture tea with the herbal matter after the tincture is decanted.

 

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Supplements vs infusions

Supplements vs infusions

A caller on blogtalk radio says she was taking supplements, but she feels like infusions and real foods feel better. Susun talks about vitamins and how our body makes and gets vitamins. They discuss the benefits of the nourishing herbal infusions.

 

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Hair Loss

Hair Loss

An email question is answered on Blog Talk Radio about hair loss. Susun talks about nettle hair rinse, and drinking nettle infusion. She also mentions increasing good fats in the diet.
This audio is almost 4:00 minutes long.

 

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Weight Loss - No Quick Fix

Weight Loss- No Quick Fix

A woman calls in Blog Talk Radio about the weight loss herb garcinia indica. Susun says no food or herb has ever been proven to have a direct effect on weight loss. Susun suggests walking and drinking nourishing herbal infusions.
This audio is 3 1/2 minutes in length.

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Chickweed

Hello Susun,

I've met you though its been a while. Your books are my bibles, Thank You!

Question please...I want to juice chickweed. I have a hand crank...can I save the juice in vodka...can I make an aperitif with the juice? Will it save it over the long...or is it short lived due to being extracted?
I can enjoy her fresh now yet long to keep her with me!

Thank you for your help... can't find anything in your books at this moment.

Lizbeth

 

Hello Lizbeth,

No need to juice it … Whole chickweed steeped in vodka makes for a great tincture once the fresh plant can no longer be found…. Also dried chickweed can be used for infusions…. You are welcome to call in during Susun’s weekly health hotline if you would like to discuss with her directly.  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed ; 646-929-2463

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Linden infusion

Linden infusion

A caller on blogtalkradio asks if there is a difference in using 1 ounce or 1/2 ounce of Linden to make Infusion. Susun says either way is fine and mentions lindens benefit.
This audio is just over 1:00 minute long.

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Sciatica

Sciatica

A caller on blogtalkradio asks if there is anything that could help sciatica. Susun mentions nourishing herbal infusions. She also talks about St. Joans wort.
This audio is over 3:00 minutes long.

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