Herbs with Rosalee

Turmeric for Inflammation, Sickle Cell, and More with Mylinda Ogundipe

What if one of the most powerful anti-inflammatory herbs isn’t in your supplement cabinet—but already in your kitchen? In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my students, Mylinda Ogundipe, to talk about a plant that has quietly become a lifelong ally for her family: turmeric. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is one of the most widely used herbs in the world—and that familiarity can make it easy to overlook just how powerful this plant really is. In this heartfelt and practical conversation, Mylinda shares how turmeric moved from being a favorite culinary spice to a foundational part of her family’s daily care, particularly in supporting her daughter, who lives with sickle cell disease. She also shares reflections on her time in our Rooted Medicine Circle course, exploring how learning in rhythm with the seasons and in community deepened her relationship with plants—and ultimately shaped the way turmeric became a daily ally in her home. Mylinda shares her fantastic recipe for Creamy Golden Sauce—a delicious way to incorporate turmeric into your diet—along with her recipe for Black-Eyed Pea Fritters (perfect for dipping in the sauce!). You can download a beautifully-illustrated recipe card here [https://herbswithrosalee.aweb.page/creamy-golden-sauce-recipe]. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: ► Why capsules are a great way to take large daily amounts of turmeric (and how to do this without breaking the bank!) ► Five simple ways that Mylinda works turmeric into her family’s daily meals ► How turmeric has helped Mylinda support her daughter and ease common symptoms associated with sickle cell disease ► A surprising way that turmeric can benefit the menstrual cycle ► How studying herbs in a seasonal, relationship-based way can deepen your confidence in making herbal medicine ► and so much more… For those of you who don’t know her, Mylinda Ogundipe is a community herbalist, sickle cell disease advocate, wife, and homeschooling mother whose journey with plants began as a way to nurture and support her daughter living with sickle cell disease. Rooted in ancestral wisdom, storytelling, and an everyday herbal practice, she invites families to rediscover their relationship with the earth, one dandelion, one cup of tea, and one story at a time. Blending her love of community-centered learning with accessible kitchen remedies, Mylinda weaves together bioregional herbalism, Ayurveda, and the wisdom of ancestral traditions to make plant medicine empowering for everyday families. I’m delighted to share our conversation with you today! ---- Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.com [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/podcast213.html] Would you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here [https://youtu.be/hubiYrWW6aw] for the video. You can find Mylinda on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_worlds_linda/]. Access sample pages from Mylinda’s dandelion activity book here [http://bit.ly/4qKK9Wo]. Learn more from Mylinda about herbs for sickle cell disease here [https://bit.ly/4kc389S]. For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet [https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/] on Instagram! Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter [https://rmcsample.aweb.page/p/9a1dfc11-c62f-4f32-93db-e0209220a6ad]. If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it! On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health. Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com [http://herbswithrosalee.com/]. ---- Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140195006X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=metvalher-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140195006X&linkId=015132911186b966727b15dabec8da5d] and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine [https://amzn.to/3a2G3R4]. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/rosalee-de-la-foret.html].

Avoid Common Herbal Pitfalls (Free Mini Course)

Register for our free webinar, “Avoid Common Herbal Pitfalls So You Can Make Remedies That Heal,” by visiting http://www.herbalminicourse.com/ [http://herbalminicourse.com/]. In this webinar, my co-teacher Emily Han and I will be diving into the most common mistakes people make when working with herbs (as well as how to avoid them). You’ll also get access to our free Rooted Medicine Circle mini course when you register. But don’t delay, the webinar and mini course are only open for a short time! For all the details about the free webinar and mini course, be sure to tune in to the whole episode! ---- Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.com [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/podcast170.html] Would you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here [https://youtu.be/qgbv1kc3oI8] for the video. For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet [https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/] on Instagram! Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter [https://rmcsample.aweb.page/p/9a1dfc11-c62f-4f32-93db-e0209220a6ad]. If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it! On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health. Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com [http://herbswithrosalee.com/]. ---- Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140195006X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=metvalher-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140195006X&linkId=015132911186b966727b15dabec8da5d] and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine [https://amzn.to/3a2G3R4]. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/rosalee-de-la-foret.html].

When Topical Herbal Remedies Really Work (And When They Don’t)

Is there a “right” way to use herbs topically? Most people are familiar with salves, lotions, and creams—including non-herbalists!—but there are so many other ways that herbs can be used topically beyond these popular applications. From herbal baths and compresses to poultices and liniments (and yes, even suppositories!), topical remedies offer powerful, often immediate ways to support the body—that is, of course, if they’re used appropriately. In this episode, I’ll explore several different ways to work with herbs topically, and when you might choose one herbal preparation over another. You’ll learn why some topical remedies work beautifully while others fall short—and how choosing the right form can make all the difference. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: ► Ten different topical herbal preparations—and situations when each of them shines ► One common mistake that will make your herbal oils much less effective ► When to reach for a topical remedy made with water or alcohol instead of oil ► Which topical remedies are best for localized situations, and which can provide whole-body support ► When topical herbal preparations are great on their own—and when they’re best paired with internal remedies and lifestyle support ► and so much more… I’ll also share details about how to join the free mini course that my friend and co-teacher, Emily Han, and I will be offering next week. This is a free series designed to give you a taste of how we teach and how we think about herbal medicine inside our course Rooted Medicine Circle. If you’re curious to learn more about how to choose the right form of medicine for the situation you’re dealing with, this mini course is for you! ---- Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.com [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/topical-remedies.html] Would you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here [https://youtu.be/LK8AvcqaRPw] for the video. For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet [https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/] on Instagram! Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter [https://rmcsample.aweb.page/p/9a1dfc11-c62f-4f32-93db-e0209220a6ad]. If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it! On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health. Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com [http://herbswithrosalee.com/]. ---- Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140195006X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=metvalher-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140195006X&linkId=015132911186b966727b15dabec8da5d] and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine [https://amzn.to/3a2G3R4]. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/rosalee-de-la-foret.html].

Marshmallow for Gut, Throat, and Tissue Support with Maria Noël Groves

In a world obsessed with stimulation and strength, what can this gentle, velvety herb teach us about healing? In this episode, herbalist and prolific author Maria Noël Groves joins me to discuss one of the most soothing herbs around—the lovely marshmallow (Althaea officinalis). Together we explore what makes this mucilaginous (read: velvety, not slimy!) herb such a powerful ally for irritated and inflamed tissues—especially in the gut, where marshmallow helps to protect, moisten, and nourish while also supporting the microbiome. Maria shares why she’s fallen so deeply in love with this soft, soothing herb, and how it works without being forceful or stimulating. She also includes a recipe for a cozy, delicious beverage to soothe not just the gut, but also the spirit—her Creamy Marshmallow-Nutmeg Overnight Infusion. You can download your beautifully-illustrated recipe card here [https://herbswithrosalee.aweb.page/creamy-marshmallow-nutmeg-overnight-infusion-recipe]. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: ► The importance of tasting and experiencing an herb in different ways ► How best to prepare marshmallow root (and why this is a point of contention among herbalists!) ► When marshmallow leaf and flower might be a better medicinal choice than the roots ► Why Maria includes marshmallow leaf in most of her tea blends ► How marshmallow can help heal your digestion—from cooling inflamed tissues to feeding your gut microbiome (and more!) ► When to use caution with taking marshmallow ► and so much more… For those of you who don’t know her, Maria Noël Groves is a clinical herbalist nestled in the pine forests of New Hampshire. She runs Wintergreen Botanicals, and is devoted to education and empowerment via classes, health consultations, and writing with the foundational belief that good health grows in nature. Maria is the author of the award-winning, best-selling book Body into Balance: An Herbal Guide to Holistic Self Care, as well as Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies, Herbal Remedies for Sleep, and the new Herbal Gut Health. Marshmallow offers an important reminder that some of the most profound healing comes not from pushing harder, but from learning how to soften. I hope this conversation with Maria inspires you to give your body the care, protection, and nourishment it needs in the new year and beyond. ---- Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.com [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/podcast211.html] Would you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here [https://youtu.be/9UcFwsYFSIU] for the video. You can find Maria at WintergreenBotanicals.com [https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/]. If you're interested in Maria's fantastic new book, Herbal Gut Health, you can preorder it here [https://www.amazon.com/Herbal-Gut-Health-Therapies-Microbiome/dp/1635869102/ref=sr_1_1?crid=206L72QJZSV0P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dqQGLG9uFqu4hgOwc1mwOOGyE1zK1Vqp7IXdo4AAY5x9eEvYgaWzZbcqytJqQf5d.vEDpz67N2PvoRDibOqX_2YFr44knCsrfS-429vRWXTc&dib_tag=se&keywords=herbal+gut+health+maria+noel+groves&qid=1767652932&sprefix=herbal+gut+health+maria+noel+%2Caps%2C236&sr=8-1]or wherever books are sold. For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet [https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/] on Instagram! Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter [https://rmcsample.aweb.page/p/9a1dfc11-c62f-4f32-93db-e0209220a6ad]. If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it! On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health. Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com [http://herbswithrosalee.com/]. ---- Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140195006X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=metvalher-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140195006X&linkId=015132911186b966727b15dabec8da5d] and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine [https://amzn.to/3a2G3R4]. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/rosalee-de-la-foret.html].

Pedicularis for Deep Muscle Release with Alex Williams

Pedicularis doesn’t shout for attention—but once you meet it, you may wonder how you ever lived without its profound ability to help the body let go. It was such a delight to sit down with Chicago herbalist Alex Williams to discuss the gorgeous pedicularis (Pedicularis spp.). Those who are familiar with this lovely plant treasure it for its ability to help release deep skeletal muscle tension—and yet it remains relatively unknown in the herbal world. In this rich and reflective conversation, Alex weaves together the clinical uses of pedicularis for pain, injury, and nervous tension with its surprising ecological role as a parasitic plant. He practically gushes about this beloved herbal ally, sharing its physical benefits along with the more metaphorical ways pedicularis has taught him to be a better human. Alex shares how his experience as a bartender helped shape his path to herbalism, and the recipe he included is a fun reflection of this! His Potion of Delight can be prepared as either a tea or a low alcohol fermented beverage; you can download your beautifully illustrated recipe card here [https://herbswithrosalee.aweb.page/potion-of-delight-recipe]. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: ► Why pedicularis shines in cases of chronic pain, headaches, and injury recovery ► What ethical wildcrafting really looks like with sensitive native plants ► How parasitic plants like pedicularis can actually increase biodiversity and ecological resilience ► Why “less is more” isn’t just a dosage guideline—but part of pedicularis’ deeper teaching ► How this plant can help loosen rigidity in the body and in the way we move through the world ► and so much more…. For those of you who don’t know him, Alex Williams is a clinical herbalist and founder of Greenspell School of Ecological Herbcraft in Chicago, where he offers herbal consultations, herbalism classes, and plant walks throughout the Chicago region, supporting those he works with in cultivating rest, genuine self-care practices, ecological awareness, and a deep sense of embodied aliveness. Alex also runs First Curve Apothecary which offers sliding-scale herbal supplements, along with herbal compounding services to holistic practitioners. Outside of the apothecary, Alex teaches medical sociology, psychology, and environmental justice at a local university. Every once in a while, he writes an occasional haiku. I can’t wait to share this episode with you today! ---- Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.com [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/pedicularis.html] Would you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here [https://youtu.be/1hD0cbPCmqo] for the video. You can find Alex at Greenspell.org [https://greenspell.org/] and FirstCurveApothecary.com [https://firstcurveapothecary.com/]. For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet [https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/] on Instagram! Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter [https://rmcsample.aweb.page/p/9a1dfc11-c62f-4f32-93db-e0209220a6ad]. If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it! On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health. Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com [http://herbswithrosalee.com/]. ---- Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140195006X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=metvalher-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=140195006X&linkId=015132911186b966727b15dabec8da5d] and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine [https://amzn.to/3a2G3R4]. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here [https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/rosalee-de-la-foret.html].