One of the best mentors that I ever had is Tieraona LowDog, MD She inspired me as a student at the University of Arizona Fellowship of Integrative Medicine in Arizona. She guided me to the path of botanicals I began to study. It was at a time when I had recent cardiac surgery for valves. In her book, “ Life is Your Best Medicine’ she discusses a women’s guide to health and healing. I apply the lessons in this book to all individuals, both men and women. When she lists the plants for the senses I view these plants as plants or herbs for all
Rosemary is an herb from my childhood. The herb of remembrance reminds me of my Poppy cooking in his kitchen on a Sunday morning. Great flavor for his fresh tomato sauce
The gladdening herb of the Middle Ages is Melissa officinales which is Lemon Balm. This is from the mint family . I use it for unwarranted anxiety and stress reduction. I also use this herb to help the individual with hyperthyroidism ( overactive thyroid )
Yet the herb that I think of the most for my senses is Oregano. It was a staple for Poppy’s cooking. It is used for relieving cold and helps the sinus congestion.
I find it so ironic that the herbs my Poppy used in the kitchen as a staple for his cooking are in my Herbal Closet for healing.
Until tomorrow…