The Active Herbalist

Becca Kawaoka
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The Active Herbalist is a beginner-friendly introduction to common herbs and how they can support an active lifestyle. Learn about the herbs in your spice cabinet and their healing properties in a down-to-earth way along with tips on when to reach for an herb and easy application tips. The opinions stated in this podcast are individual and not reflective of a medical professional.

  1. Episode 41: Vanilla - Beyond Flavor for Comfort & Calm

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    Episode 41: Vanilla - Beyond Flavor for Comfort & Calm

    Join Becca for a deep dive into vanilla! We review vanilla’s taste, actions, energetic, uses and elemental/planetary associations before wrapping up with an easy DIY vanilla extract recipe!

    22 min
  2. Episode 40: Juniper - Winter's Warming & Cleansing Berry

    2025-12-26

    Episode 40: Juniper - Winter's Warming & Cleansing Berry

    Today, we review Juniperus communis, a hardy shrub of the Northern Hemisphere. Juniper berry is most commonly used medicinally for the musculoskeletal and urinary systems, but has extended traditional and current uses we review in depth. Explore herbal actions, energetics, preparations, alchemical correspondence and more before wrapping up with our usual recipe of the week.

    30 min
  3. Episode 39: Christmas Herbs

    2025-12-18

    Episode 39: Christmas Herbs

    Today's episode highlights 6 traditional Christmas herbs: juniper, clove, cinnamon, orange, pine, and elder! We discuss the parts of each herb used medicinally, herbal actions, energetics, traditional uses, folklore and fun facts, and a recommended preparation or recipe before wrapping up with a combined simmer pot recipe! I touch on special considerations for each herb as well. Happy Holidays!

    30 min
  4. Episode 38: Elder

    2025-12-11

    Episode 38: Elder

    The Active Herbalist Episode 38: Elder Sambucus nigra, Sambucus canadensis Family History & Growing Parts Used Medicinally Supplementation Forms:  Taste Energetics Actions Organs & Body Systems Herb Acts Upon Traditional Uses Current Uses (& Studies/Research) When to Reach for Herb & In What Form Dosage & Preparation Contraindications Elemental, Planetary & Dosha Discussion Citations & Recommended Reading Recipe of the Week

    18 min
  5. Episode 37: Herbs for Sleep

    2025-12-04

    Episode 37: Herbs for Sleep

    Today, we're talking about herbs for sleep! Becca reviews her four favorite nervine relaxant herbs: Chamomile, Valerian, Skullcap, and Passionflower. We review each herb's use, taste, growing style, dosage and preparation. Thanks for tuning in!

    29 min
  6. Episode 36: Herbs for Athletes

    2025-11-20

    Episode 36: Herbs for Athletes

    Episode Summary: Introduction Herbs for Athletes Nettle Dandelion Licorice Root Comfrey Adaptogens: Tulsi, Gotu Kola, Eleuthero Herbal Preparations: Tea, tincture, topical

    25 min
  7. Episode 35: Gotu Kola

    2025-11-13

    Episode 35: Gotu Kola

    Centella asiatica  Family History & Growing Parts Used Medicinally Supplementation Forms Taste Energetics Actions Organs & Body Systems Herb Acts Upon Traditional Uses Current Uses (& Studies/Research) When to Reach for Herb & In What Form Dosage & Preparation Contraindications Elemental, Planetary & Dosha Discussion Citations & Recommended Reading Recipe of the Week

    36 min
  8. Episode 34: Eleuthero

    2025-11-06

    Episode 34: Eleuthero

    Eleutherococcus senticosusFamilyHistory & GrowingParts Used MedicinallySupplementation FormsTasteEnergeticsActionsTraditional UsesCurrent Uses & StudiesWhen to Reach for Herb & In What FormDosage & PreparationContraindicationsElemental, Planetary & Dosha DiscussionCitations & Recommended ReadingRecipe of the Week

    41 min
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The Active Herbalist is a beginner-friendly introduction to common herbs and how they can support an active lifestyle. Learn about the herbs in your spice cabinet and their healing properties in a down-to-earth way along with tips on when to reach for an herb and easy application tips. The opinions stated in this podcast are individual and not reflective of a medical professional.

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  • Skapad av
    Becca Kawaoka
  • Aktiva år
    2025 - 2026
  • Avsnitt
    41
  • Åldersgräns
    Barnvänligt
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    © Becca Kawaoka
  • Programmets webbplats
    The Active Herbalist