The Challenges of Modern Herbalism: Getting the Dose Right

An Uncensored Holistic (R)Evolution - The Grand Finalé

Herbalism Uncensored has wrapped up! But we're not going anywhere. 🎤 Follow Lila's New Podcast here ----> The Herbal (R)Evolution [http://tvnhc.com/listen/] 🎤 Follow Alicia's New Podcast here -----> The Holistically Correct Podcast [https://holisticallycorrect.podbean.com/] In our bittersweet grand finale of Herbalism Uncensored, we celebrate what we built over 33 episodes—an explicit, practitioner-level space for honest, nuanced conversations that reached far more people than we ever expected. We reflect on how the show began as a mission to make the biggest impact, the growth we’ve each experienced, and why we’re ending: not drama or burnout, but evolving visions and a desire to protect our friendship and professional partnership. We share favorite episodes (the herbal medicine cabinet, “ghee” episode, KP’s guest spot), funniest behind-the-scenes moments (the infamous Dr. Pepper intro fail), biggest listener reactions (tincture math), and regrets (no redneck/hippie episode, no parasite episode together). We also announce a Banyan Botanicals Daily Routine Bundle giveaway (enter via show-notes link; drawing April 20) and invite you to follow our next chapters: The Holistically Correct Podcast (Alicia) and Herbal (R)evolution (Lila). 🌿 Learn More About Our Work Lila’s Clinic The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic Clinical herbal and functional care for complex and chronic conditions. 📍 Free Mini Health Assessment https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share] 🗓️ Book Your Initial Consult https://TVNHC.com/start [https://tvnhc.com/start] 🌐 Website: https://TVNHC.com [https://tvnhc.com/] 📩 Email: hello@tvnhc.com     Alicia’s Clinic Holistically Correct A holistic approach that harmonizes ancient wisdom with contemporary lifestyles 📅 Book a session with Alicia http://l.bttr.to/xtlny [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny] 📝 Take Alicia’s free mini wellness assessment https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUB8qEphaxXjjylg2GwgIyLPqjuKnRdefILd5GKAS9TtbBWw/viewform [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUB8qEphaxXjjylg2GwgIyLPqjuKnRdefILd5GKAS9TtbBWw/viewform] 🌐 Website: holisticallycorrect.com ✉️ Email: holisticsolutions108@gmail.com 00:00 Emotional Farewell 01:27 Finale Giveaway 02:06 Why We Are Ending 03:09 Dharma And Diverging Visions 06:14 How The Podcast Began 11:11 Original Show Mission 15:16 Uncensored Brand Origins 17:44 Impact And Authenticity 20:08 Favorite Episodes 24:42 Dr Pepper Outtake 30:07 Early Days Growing Pains 31:49 Biggest Regrets 33:52 Most Controversial Episode 35:31 Questioning Wellness Myths 38:55 Fibroids Easy Debate 40:06 Root Causes and Nuance 41:56 Loving the Work 43:22 Tech Fears and Growth 45:52 Courageous Friendship Talk 54:00 Wellness Space Reality Check 58:44 New Podcasts Announced 01:07:38 Giveaway and Dinacharya 01:11:23 Final Thanks and Farewell

A TCM Spring: Journey from Yin to Yang

Herbalism Uncensored has wrapped up! But we're not going anywhere. 🎤 Follow Alicia's New Podcast here -----> The Holistically Correct Podcast [https://holisticallycorrect.podbean.com/] 🎤 Follow Lila's New Podcast here ----> The Herbal (R)Evolution [https://tvnhc.com/listen/] In this seasonal episode of Herbalism Uncensored, the hosts discuss the erratic transition from winter to spring through a Traditional Chinese Medicine lens, using yin–yang principles to explain how the body shifts from rest and storage toward outward movement and growth. They emphasize not rushing “false spring,” noting that winter habits determine spring resilience and that overexertion can lead to fatigue, irritability, or burnout. Key spring stressors include wind (sudden, mobile, upper-body symptoms like headaches, sneezing, congestion, and shifting pain) and dampness (heavy, sluggish, Kapha-like stagnation). They highlight liver and gallbladder support, recommending gradual, non-punitive “detox” via lighter warm meals, bitters, cooked greens and roots, reduced sugar/alcohol/greasy foods, and gentle digestion support; they also mention burdock, berberine/barberry, sarsaparilla, hawthorn, citrus peel, and bupleurum-based formulas to harmonize liver constraint. Alicia's Clinic Holistically Correct A holistic approach that harmonizes ancient wisdom with contemporary lifestyles 📅 Book a session with Alicia here [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny] ---> http://l.bttr.to/xtlny [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny] 📝 Take Alicia’s free mini wellness assessment [https://forms.gle/4iK95cxgPx29Zfr68] 🌐 Website: holisticallycorrect.com [https://holisticallycorrect.com/] ✉️ Email: holisticsolutions108@gmail.com [holisticsolutions108@gmail.com]   Lila’s Clinic The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic 🌿 Clinical herbal and functional medicine for complex and chronic conditions. 📍 Free Mini Health Assessment [https://my.practicebetter.io/#/668479726434574754765a95/bookings?s=6824ecf3c407a619c22bcefa&step=date] 👉 Book Your Initial Consult [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share] 🌐 Website: https://TVNHC.com [https://TVNHC.com] 📩 Email: Sign up here [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1358662/147550106239894543/share] 📬 Contact the Show   Have questions, guest suggestions, or feedback? We’d love to hear from you.   📧 Email us at: herbalismuncensored@gmail.com     [herbalismuncensored@gmail.com] 00:00 Spring Transition Vibes 01:48 Seasonal Episode Setup 02:59 Ayurveda Meets TCM 05:43 Yin Yang Basics 09:24 Winter to Spring Pace 13:16 Spring Wind Patterns 16:46 Burnout and Balance 19:49 Dampness and Kapha 21:45 Climate Matters 22:52 Renewal Over Congestion 23:50 Spring Body Reset 24:28 Liver Qi Flow 25:33 Gentle Detox Approach 28:03 Light Cleanse Routine 29:00 Bupleurum Formulas 31:43 Detox Without Punishment 32:57 Foods to Avoid Add 35:26 Habits for Spring 36:22 Tune In Pace 38:30 Time Change Curveball 39:43 Spring Balance Recap 40:31 Manifesting Season 42:28 Wrap Up and Farewell

The Challenges of Modern Herbalism: Getting the Dose Right

Herbalism Uncensored has wrapped up! But we're not going anywhere. 🎤 Follow Lila's New Podcast here ----> The Herbal (R)Evolution [http://tvnhc.com/listen/] 🎤 Follow Alicia's New Podcast here -----> The Holistically Correct Podcast [https://holisticallycorrect.podbean.com/]   Herbalism Uncensored: Therapeutic Dosing, Loading Doses, and Why Books Disagree. We tackle the messy, often controversial reality of herbal dosing and why it’s one of the hardest and most overlooked skills in modern herbalism. We break down what we mean by “therapeutic dosing” (dosing to elicit a real, measurable response) and why we often use bigger, more results-driven doses than the typical maintenance approach. We talk through dosing to effectiveness vs dosing to tolerance, loading doses vs maintenance doses, and how factors like tradition (TCM, Ayurveda, Western), preparation (whole herb, capsules, tea, tinctures), plant potency, digestion/assimilation, constitution, and body weight change the “right” dose. We share a striking case using 30g/day whole ashwagandha for severe anxiety/agoraphobia, discuss why herb books publish wildly different (often lawyer-edited) doses, and dig into tincture math and the problem of missing ratios. 🌿 Learn More About Our Work Lila’s Clinic The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic Clinical herbal and functional care for complex and chronic conditions. 📍 Free Mini Health Assessment https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share] 🗓️ Book Your Initial Consult https://TVNHC.com/start [https://TVNHC.com/start] 🌐 Website: https://TVNHC.com [https://TVNHC.com] 📩 Email: http://l.bttr.to/xtlny [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny] 📝 Take Alicia’s free mini wellness assessment https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUB8qEphaxXjjylg2GwgIyLPqjuKnRdefILd5GKAS9TtbBWw/viewform [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUB8qEphaxXjjylg2GwgIyLPqjuKnRdefILd5GKAS9TtbBWw/viewform] 🌐 Website: holisticallycorrect.com ✉️ Email: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1358662/147550106239894543/share [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1358662/147550106239894543/share] 📬 Contact the Show Have questions, guest suggestions, or feedback? We’d love to hear from you. 📧 Email us at: herbalismuncensored@gmail.com 00:00 Why Dosing Matters 07:45 Therapeutic Dose Defined 10:11 Variables That Change Dose 11:52 Dose to Effectiveness 15:02 Ashwagandha Case Study 18:42 Why Books Disagree 21:25 Haritaki Dose Spectrum 23:58 Mentorship Over Manuals 30:49 Tincture Math Problems 37:03 Why Big Doses Faded 47:32 Practical Dosing Tips 59:59 Wrap Up and Next Steps

From East to West: Understanding the Heart's True Essence

Herbalism Uncensored has wrapped up! But we're not going anywhere. 🎤 Follow Alicia's New Podcast here -----> The Holistically Correct Podcast [https://holisticallycorrect.podbean.com/] 🎤 Follow Lila's New Podcast here ----> The Herbal (R)Evolution [https://tvnhc.com/listen/]   In this valentine’s day heart episode we explore the heart through traditional chinese medicine and ayurveda, linking shen and ojas to emotional resilience, clarity, and the way we “lead from the heart” in a world that rewards intellect and fear; we bridge that to modern neurocardiology with the heart’s intrinsic nervous system and hormones like oxytocin, share stories of grief, regret, and major heart procedures changing people, and then close with safer heart-tonic herbs and foods—arjuna, hawthorn, san qi/tenchi, and the classic trio of onion, garlic, and ginger—plus a reminder that serious heart conditions need individualized, practitioner-guided support. 🌿 Learn More About Our Work Alicia's Clinic   Holistically Correct   A holistic approach that harmonizes ancient wisdom with contemporary lifestyles 📅 Book a session with Alicia here [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny] ---> http://l.bttr.to/xtlny [http://l.bttr.to/xtlny]  📝 Take Alicia’s free mini wellness assessment [https://forms.gle/4iK95cxgPx29Zfr68]  🌐 Website: holisticallycorrect.com [https://holisticallycorrect.com/] ✉️ Email: holisticsolutions108@gmail.com [holisticsolutions108@gmail.com]   Lila’s Clinic The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic 🌿 Clinical herbal and functional medicine for complex and chronic conditions. 📍 Free Mini Health Assessment [https://my.practicebetter.io/#/668479726434574754765a95/bookings?s=6824ecf3c407a619c22bcefa&step=date] 👉 Book Your Initial Consult [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share] 🌐 Website: https://TVNHC.com [https://TVNHC.com] 📩 Email: Sign up here [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1358662/147550106239894543/share] 📬 Contact the Show   Have questions, guest suggestions, or feedback? We’d love to hear from you.   📧 Email us at: herbalismuncensored@gmail.com 00:00 Valentine’s Heart Special: What We’re Covering (East + West + Herbs) 01:20 Heart Disease Reality Check: Stats, Meds, and What’s Preventable 04:26 The Heart as More Than a Pump: Joy, Soul, and “Leading From the Heart” 06:28 TCM Deep Dive: The Heart as Monarch + Shen (Spirit) and Its Imbalances 12:30 Ayurveda’s Heart Wisdom: Ojas, Prana, and the Seed of Consciousness 15:38 Open vs Closed Heart: Posture, Protection, and What We Learned Growing Up 20:58 Dharma vs Fear: Trust, Surrender, and Living in Alignment 24:07 Modern Neurocardiology: The Heart-Brain, Oxytocin, and Emotions in the Heart 30:42 Heart Surgery & Emotional Release: When the Blockage Clears 32:36 Trauma, Rehab, and Losing Your “Spiritual Brilliance” After Cardiac Events 35:30 Shifting to Herbs (Safely): Practitioner Guidance & Risk Caveats 38:23 Arjuna Bark 101: The Ayurvedic Heart Tonic for Rhythm, BP & Cholesterol 39:51 Doshas & Heart Disease: Vata/Pitta/Kapha Patterns (and Tri-Doshic Severity) 41:33 Hawthorne Berries: The Western Counterpart to Arjuna + Sourcing Tips 44:17 Tenchi (San Qi) Ginseng: The “Intelligent” Blood Mover That Stops Bleeding 47:15 The Holy Trinity for Circulation: Onion, Garlic, Ginger (and Cayenne Talk) 50:33 Cholesterol Nuance: Too High, Too Low, and the Bigger Lifestyle Matrix 53:55 Valentine’s Day Wrap-Up: Protecting the Heart as an Act of Love

Food is Free Medicine: Recipes That Make an Impact

Herbalism Uncensored has wrapped up! But we're not going anywhere. 🎤 Follow Lila's New Podcast here ----> The Herbal (R)Evolution [http://tvnhc.com/listen/] 🎤 Follow Alicia's New Podcast here -----> The Holistically Correct Podcast [https://holisticallycorrect.podbean.com/]   Welcome to this week's episode of Herbalism Uncensored! Today, Alicia and Lila dive deep into the fascinating world of food as medicine. From understanding the food-medicine continuum to sharing personal stories and practical recipes, this episode is jam-packed with insights. You'll learn about the spectrum between food-like herbs and medicinal herbs, deliciously therapeutic recipes like jalapeno pancakes and immune-boosting broths, and the lifelong benefits of nourishing staples like kitchari and root vegetables. Tune in for a nourishing discussion about using food and herbs to improve your health, support your liver, and even enhance your love life with Ayurvedic Ojas beverages. Plus, don't miss out on some fun anecdotes and expert tips to elevate your natural healing journey. Get ready to be inspired and hungry for more!   Get Your Healing Recipes Here: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1358662/178265445946623861/share [https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1358662/178265445946623861/share]    🌿 Learn More About Our Work   Lila’s Clinic The Virtual Natural Healing Clinic 🌿 Clinical herbal and functional medicine for complex and chronic conditions. 📍 Free Mini Health Assessment [https://my.practicebetter.io/#/668479726434574754765a95/bookings?s=6824ecf3c407a619c22bcefa&step=date] 👉 Book Your Initial Consult [https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/829732/158777877666465500/share] 🌐 Website: https://TVNHC.com [https://TVNHC.com] 📩 Email: https://l.bttr.to/xtlny  [https://l.bttr.to/xtlny] Take my free mini wellness assessment here:  https://forms.gle/4iK95cxgPx29Zfr68 [https://forms.gle/4iK95cxgPx29Zfr68]   🌐 Website: holisticallycorrect.com   ✉️ Email: holisticsolutions108@gmail.com _________________   💌 Stay Connected 📥 Join Our Mailing List  Get exclusive episode extras, herbal resources, and clinic updates straight to your inbox.   👉 https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1358662/147550106239894543/share 📬 Contact the Show  Have questions, guest suggestions, or feedback? We’d love to hear from you.   📧 Email us at: herbalismuncensored@gmail.com   00:00 Introduction to Healing Foods 01:51 Welcome to Herbalism Uncensored 02:07 The Food-Medicine Continuum 04:15 Herbs vs. Aesthetic Herbalism 04:52 Clinical Herbalism and Food as Medicine 08:47 Dosing and Herbal Protocols 09:42 The Power of Healing Foods 14:59 Jalapeno Pancakes and Cold Remedies 19:18 Immune-Boosting Broths 27:48 Kitchari: The Ayurvedic Superfood 34:54 Ojas Beverages for Vitality 40:04 Root Vegetables and Liver Health 47:14 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts Alicia put together a collection of the recipes we talked about in this episode just for you. If you’d like a copy, email us at herbalismuncensored@gmail.com!