Secrets of Alternative Healing

by Mariah Jager

An A-to-Z Guide to a Longer, Happier Life. Included topics: Acupuncture and Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Biofeedback, Diet Therapy, Environmental Medicine, Flower Remedy/Essence Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Homeopathy, Hydrotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Juice Therapy, Light Therapy, Massage, Naturopathy, Osteopathy, Sound Therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yoga and More.

Paperback, 216 pages, English, Black Dog & Leventhal, 2015

Shepherd’s Mint – Idaho Sheep Tallow Handmade Soap

Cool and refreshing, Shepherd’s Mint blends organic olive oil, 100% Idaho sheep tallow, coconut oil, madder root, and peppermint essential oil for a crisp, invigorating wash.

Peppermint provides a natural cooling sensation that awakens the skin and refreshes the senses, while madder root offers a hint of natural color and skin-toning properties.

Benefits:

• Refreshing & Cooling – Peppermint invigorates and wakes up the skin
• Skin-Toning – Madder root helps support a healthy complexion
• Moisturizing & Gentle – Olive oil and tallow keep skin soft
• Crisp Herbal Aroma – Clean peppermint scent that energizes

SHEPHERD'S PURSE (Capsella bursa pastoris)

PART USED: Aerial portion

PROPERTIES: Hemostatic (stops bleeding), Styptic, Astringent, Sudorific

SYSTEMS AFFECTED: Circulatory, Urinary, Digestive

POSSIBLE USES: hemorrhage after childbirth, nosebleeds, blood in the urine or from the bowels (any type of bleeding really), cystitis, diarrhea

Side note: The name of this herb derives from the shape of the seed pods, which resemble the small, heart-shaped satchels that were carried by shepherds of former years. During the first World War, when the standard medicines for staunching bleeding—Goldenseal and Ergot—were unobtainable in Britain, the common Shepherd’s Purse was used instead and credited for saving many lives.

The herbal midwives that I know swear by Shepherd’s Purse as one of the best ways to stop uterine hemorrhage after childbirth. Certainly, I have seen this herb work miracles time after time. I have used Shepherd’s Purse to control bleeding, both at births, and with my family for many other types of bleeding.

Shepherd’s Purse is an astringent herb and is used to disinfect the kidneys in cystitis and for slowing diarrhea. Believed to be anti-inflammatory and helpful in reducing fevers.

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Simply Clean – Idaho Sheep Tallow Handmade Soap

Our Simply Clean bar is the essence of pure, traditional soapmaking. Handcrafted in small batches with just three wholesome ingredients — organic olive oil, 100% Idaho sheep tallow, and coconut oil — this soap is gentle, moisturizing, and free of unnecessary additives, fragrances, or dyes.

Sheep tallow has been treasured for centuries for its skin-nourishing fatty acids that support the skin’s natural barrier, leaving it soft and hydrated. Olive oil provides gentle cleansing and antioxidants, while coconut oil contributes a creamy, luxurious lather with natural cleansing power.

Perfect for those with sensitive skin, allergies, or anyone seeking a simple, natural clean.

Benefits:

• Moisturizing & Nourishing – Rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K to promote healthy, soft skin
• Supports Skin Barrier – Tallow’s natural fatty acid profile mimics human skin sebum
• Gentle for All Skin Types – Ideal for sensitive, dry, or eczema-prone skin
• Fragrance-Free & Additive-Free – Pure and simple, safe for the whole family

Simply Perfect – Anti-Aging Skin Formula

by Amazing Healthy Formulas

At Red Clover Herbs & Market, we’re committed to offering products that are clean, effective, and aligned with how nature was designed to nourish the body. That’s why we’re especially proud to carry Simply Perfect by Amazing Healthy Formulas — a breakthrough anti-aging skin formula that lives up to its name in every sense.

In a skincare industry flooded with long ingredient lists, artificial additives, and synthetic “quick fixes,” Simply Perfect stands in a league of its own. It contains only two ingredients: pharmaceutical-grade hyaluronic acid and high-quality colloidal copper — both naturally occurring, both profoundly effective, and both trusted for centuries for their regenerative properties.

This formula is designed to deeply hydrate, restore elasticity, and support your skin’s natural ability to renew itself, all while leaving out the preservatives, fillers, and lab-made chemicals that can damage or irritate skin over time.

What Makes Simply Perfect Different?

• Pharmaceutical-Grade Hyaluronic Acid
  Naturally found in your skin and connective tissues, hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture where it's needed most. This formula delivers intense hydration at the cellular level, visibly plumping and smoothing skin while reducing the appearance of fine lines and dryness. It holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, offering unparalleled hydration and a supple, refreshed feel with every use.

• Colloidal Copper
  A vital trace element, copper plays a crucial role in collagen and elastin production — the structural proteins that keep skin firm, flexible, and youthful. This formula uses nano-sized copper particles that penetrate deeply, helping repair damage, fight free radicals, improve skin tone, and even encourage your body’s own hyaluronic acid production.

• Visible and Lasting Results
  With consistent use, many notice a tightening sensation and a silky, refreshed feel after the very first application. Over time, Simply Perfect works to restore elasticity, fade fine lines, improve clarity, and strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier — without ever clogging pores or disrupting the skin’s ability to breathe.

• Truly Clean Skincare
  No dyes, fragrances, alcohols, stabilizers, parabens, or toxic preservatives. Just pure, skin-loving ingredients your body can recognize and use — nothing more, nothing less.

Why We Carry It

We only offer what we believe in — and Simply Perfect is a product we can wholeheartedly stand behind. It’s ideal for all skin types, including sensitive, mature, or acne-prone skin. It supports long-term skin health by working with your body, not against it.

This is not a cosmetic illusion or a quick-drying mask that flakes away. It’s genuine skin nourishment, crafted with purpose and integrity by Amazing Healthy Formulas — and available here at Red Clover Herbs & Market for those who want real, natural results.

If you’re ready to support your skin with a formula as pure as your wellness goals, try Simply Perfect. Your skin will feel the difference — and over time, you'll see it too.

Scutellaria lateriflora

Smokin’ Chipotle Raw Honey 8 oz.

Elderberry Family Farm's  Smokin’ Chipotle Raw Honey is an unfiltered, locally produced, all-natural sweetener infused with chipotle chilies.

Made from the highest quality honey available, our Smokin’ Chipotle Raw Honey is a great way to get the health benefits of honey and chilies in one delicious sweetener. This flavorful infused honey is a delicious addition to your favorite recipes.

• Honey is highly nutritious, with traces of minerals and vitamins, flavonoids, and polyphenols, which act as antioxidants to destroy free radicals. Honey is also anti-bacterial, anti-viral and antifungal, and acts as an energizer to help overcome fatigue and regain energy. Many of the beneficial nutrients in honey are destroyed in the pasteurization process of most commercially prepared honey products. Raw honey retains all the nutrients and medicinal properties that are lost when honey is heated. (1) *
• Chipotle Chilies provide a wide variety of vitamins, such as vitamin C and vitamin A. Additionally, the compound that makes chiles spicy — called capsaicin — has been associated with reduced levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad”) cholesterol. (2) *

Ingredients: Raw Unfiltered Honey, Chipotle Chilies.

If your honey hardens: Do not microwave. Simply place jar in a pan of hot water to gently soften. Do not place jar directly on heat.

This is a natural, whole food product. Separation will occur. Please stir gently before using.

CONTAINS HONEY – Do not give honey to children less than 1 year old.

(1) Honey
National Library of Medicine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5424551/
Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research: www.jocpr.com

Click to access medicinal-uses-and-health-benefits-of-honey-an-overview.pdf

Eight Raw Honey Benefits for Health: https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/top-rawhoney-benefits

(2) Chipotle Chilies
Health Benefit Reference
https://www.healthline.com

Disclaimer: External (outbound) links to other websites or educational material (e.g., PDF’s, research sources, etc.…) that are not explicitly created by Elderberry Family Farms are followed at your own risk. Under no circumstances is Elderberry Family Farms responsible for the claims of third-party websites or educational providers.

SN (Formerly Sinus)

INGREDIENTS: Brigham Tea, Burdock, Ma Huang, Marshmallow, Parsley Root, Eyebright, Oregon Grape, Osha, Yerba Mansa, Yerba Santa, Astragalus, Cayenne, Chaparral, Lobelia, Red Clover

SN is useful for inflammation and infection in the sinus cavities and for allergic sinusitis. It also acts to drain the lymphs, supporting the kidneys while doing so. The herbs in this formula liquefy mucous, allowing the sinuses to drain, but should be taken with an infection fighting formula for a viral or bacterial attack—RC, IF, APL, BAC, or FN. Also remember to use essential oils.

SN contains some herbs that are a little less commonly used, but it is a very effective formula for drying out and draining the sinuses.

©Copyright Butterfly Expressions 2020, 2021

Solving the Depression Puzzle

by Rita Elkins M.H.

Depression - one of the top reasons Americans visit their doctors every year - is typically viewed as a one-dimensional health condition. Conventional medicine often sites a single cause (such as chemical imbalance) and recommends a single "cure" (antidepressant drugs like Prozac or Zoloft).

In Solving the Depression Puzzle, author Rita Elkins explains how depression is, in fact, multidimensional. Its causes are usually varied and interconnected, ranging from food allergies to prescription drugs to strained family relationships. Likewise, overcoming depression most often will require a multidimensional treatment. A combination of dietary regiments, natural supplements (such as St. John's wort) physical exercise and / or meditative therapies may be in order.

This accessible and reader-friendly guide provides an investigative approach to piecing together the complex puzzle we call depression. Armed with hundreds of facts on depression your doctor will never tell you, dozens of the latest research studies, and advice from leading experts in the field, Solving the Depression Puzzle will help you beat your depression and regain a joyful, optimistic outlook.

Paperback, 366 pages, English, Woodland Pub, 2001

SPEARMINT (Mentha spicata)

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES: antiseptic, antispasmodic, disinfectant, carminative, cephalic, emenagogue, insecticide, restorative, stimulant

AFFINITY FOR: respiratory system, metabolism, digestive system, teeth and gums

RESONANCE: physical, emotional, mental

PLANT FAMILY: Labiatae

PART UTILIZED: leaves

EXTRACTION METHOD: steam distilled

AROMATIC CONSIDERATIONS: A blend of Spearmint and Peppermint oils is an excellent blend for driving. It allows you to feel both wide awake, alert, and calm.

APPLICATION: Spearmint can be diluted in water and used as a mouth wash. Spearmint essential oil, diluted with carrier oil, can be applied anywhere on the body.

EMOTIONAL - SPIRITUAL - MENTAL ASPECTS: Spearmint essential oil is calming, relaxing, and uplifting. It is milder than Peppermint and less likely to be over-stimulating if too much is used. Spearmint oil is a pleasant alternative to citrus oils for treating mental fatigue, depression, and eating disorders.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS: Spearmint has a relaxing and cooling effect on muscles and the nerves which feed them. This makes Spearmint useful for spasmodic cough, abdominal cramps and spasms, muscle cramps, and nervous convulsions. Spearmint’s disinfectant properties are particularly effective for internal infections. Spearmint helps to restore normal function to the organs and systems of the body by repairing damage that has been done to cells, tissues, and nerves. Spearmint is an excellent choice for treating wounds and injuries. Its mildly stimulating properties make it a great tonic oil following an illness. The stimulant properties of Spearmint work on the nerves, brain, blood circulation, metabolism, and immune system. Spearmint is said to help the body burn fat. Spearmint, swished regularly in the mouth, helps repair the enamel on the teeth.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Many times Spearmint is treated as nothing more than a milder form of Peppermint, but these two essential oils have very different chemical components and very different therapeutic actions.

CAUTIONS: Spearmint should be used cautiously with pregnant women and small children.

©Copyright Butterfly Expressions 2020, 2021

Sweet Remedies

by Dawn Combs

Taking medicine just got a whole lot sweeter! Honey is well known for its healing properties. When infused with the additional benefits of medicinal herbs and fruits, it turns natural remedies that can be unpleasant tasting into a treat to take. Author Dawn Combs makes these traditional herbal honeys — called “electuaries” — and has created her own formulations for addressing a variety of common health ailments.

With Sweet Remedies, readers will learn her methods for making electuaries in their home kitchens, using recipes that range from Ache Ease and Sleep Well to Heartful and Calcium for Kids, along with instructions for making simple honey infusions and oxymels — a combination of herbs, honey, and vinegar. Additional recipes offer creative ways to get a daily dose of healing by using herbal honeys in no-bake cookies, smoothies, cocktails, candies, and more.  For those with access to the hive, Combs includes an overview of other bee-produced products with healing properties — including pollen, propolis, and royal jelly — and offers advice on how to harvest them sustainably.

Paperback, 215 pages, English, Storey Publishing, 2019

This 2” diam. stainless-steel mesh herb ball strainer comes with an attached chain with a hook on the end to secure to the rim of your cup or pot.

These tea balls wonderfully simplify the brewing of a cup of tea.

Fill half way with the loose botanical of choice. Gently clasp the sides together to close (and unclasp to open) place in pot or cup and pour boiling water over to cover.

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