Down to Earth Herbalism with Tamara
Episodes
Decode Your Blood Tests #60
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What Your Blood Really Says: Using Blood Tests for Preventive Health. Blood tests can reveal far more about your health than most people realize, ofte...
The Real Tea on Green Tea! #59
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the real tea on green tea. Its rich history, cultural traditions, and why so many Westerners brew it all wrong. We explor...
Common Mistakes When Taking Herbs #58
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Take your herbs in a more effective way and to get better results, by avoiding these common mistakes! Would you like to book a health consultation fo...
Herbs for Longevity and Healthy Aging #57
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, herbs can support us in aging more gracefully! Happy, healthy aging means avoiding the typical diseases that make us miserable or lead to early d...
PMS is NOT Normal. Period. #56
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's raise awareness for hormonal fluctuations in the lives of women that make us cyclical beings, but let's not normalize period pain and PM...
Trusting Herbal Wisdom with Robin Rose Bennett! #55
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest Robin Rose is sharing her wisdom with us today and you can pre-order her book A Green Witch’s Pocket Book of Wisdom and receive the beaut...
My Botanical Skincare Routine! Hydrolates, Balms and Soaps #54
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I enjoy making my own skin moisturizer out of tropical butters like shea butter, cacao and cupuaçu butter, melting those, and adding luxurious plant ...
Kava 101: Unlocking the Ancient Elixir of Calm #53
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Kava, the herb of relaxation and good vibes! In this episode, we're diving deep into the enchanting world of Kava, the Pacific's best-kep...
Herbs I Take Every Day - My Personal Herbal Protocol #52
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The herbs I take every day vary with time and the seasons but these are some of the herbs that I'm currently taking every day: medicinal Mushrooms...
Are Herbs Just Suppressing Symptoms? #51
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Herbs can help resolve the underlying issue of a health condition and work towards a sustainable, long-term improvement of health. But they can also c...
Herbal Panacea Triphala #50
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Triphala is a very ancient herbal formulation from Ayurveda. It consists of three fruits: Amla (or Amalaki), Haritaki, and Bibhitaki. According to Ayu...
I took Gotu Kola for 12 months and this happened! #49
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gotu Kola or Centella Asiatica is a superior nerve tonic from Ayurveda. When I had my own health challenge with Hashimoto's, Hypothyroidism, and b...
Behind-the-Scenes of an Herbalist's Practice #48
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm sharing some insights and practical tips for herbalists who are thinking to get started with helping people through health consultations...
Medicinal Mushrooms and How to Use them Clinically #47
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Medicinal Mushrooms can be a powerful part of an herbal health protocol. Let's look at some case studies of my clients, to illustrate how mushrooms fi...
Happy Herb Cacao #46
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know Cacao as the wonderful plant that chocolate is made of, but its benefits go way beyond that! Cacao has medicinal properties, is high in an...
My Rosehip, Ginger and Garlic Experiment #45
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I took a combination of Rosehips, Garlic, and Ginger for the immune-boosting benefits for over two months, and in this episode, I share with you what ...
Herbal Survival Guide for the Holiday Season #44
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our nervous system, digestion and immune function are three areas to pay attention to during the holidays. Adaptogenic herbs help us to deal with stre...
Blend Your Own Delicious and Healthy Herbal Seasonal Tea #43
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's formulate an herbal winter tea blend! Or actually, no matter what the season is currently, let's learn about some basic herbal formulation princ...
Are Elderberries Overrated? Herbs to Strengthen Immunity #42
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elderberry, Garlic, Turmeric, Echinacea, Astragalus, and Ginger are some of the many herbs available to us, to make sure we have healthy and strong im...
Not Getting Results with Herbs? Likely Reasons #41
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"I have tried everything." This is a phrase I sometimes hear from my clients. Looking at what they actually tried so far, which herbs and dosages, I m...
My Trip to Scotland and the History of Western Herbalism #40
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Visiting Scotland and marveling at the juicy blackberries, rosehips, hawthorn, and elderberries led me to ponder about the history of Western Herbalis...
Adaptogens and Tonic Herbs for Stress and Fatigue #39
03 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adaptogens and tonic herbs in general are my favorite category of medicinal herbs, and I use them a lot for myself and clients in my health practice. ...
Keeping Cool During Heat Waves and Wild Fires #38
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We had a few heat waves this summer, so I had plenty of opportunities to try out herbs and foods to stay cool! I made cold infusions instead of hot te...
How to Prevent the Most Common Cause of Death: Herbs for the Heart #37
06 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most deaths worldwide are caused by heart disease. Over a long period of time, cholesterol silently accumulates in blood arteries, sometimes going unn...
Food Intolerances - Gluten-Free Forever? #36
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chances are you have asked yourself if you have food intolerances, they are so common today as a result of our modern diet and lifestyle. Symptoms ran...
Herbs for the Liver - Understanding Fatty Liver Disease #35
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our liver does a lot of heavy work for us every day, let's make sure it stays healthy! Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is on the rise, but luckily, ...
Herbs for the Thyroid and How to Reverse Hashimoto's Naturally #34
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, brain fog and constipation might be signs that the thyroid is not working optimally. But no worries, of course, there...
Herbs for Kids - Unconventional Tips & What I Actually Use With My Children #33
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let me take you beyond the usual Chamomile and Lemon Balm! As a mom, herbalist and midwife, I will share some of our favorite family herbs for each ph...
Medicinal Mushrooms, Reishi, Cordyceps, Lion's Mane, Turkey Tail, Chaga and Shiitake #32
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mushrooms are in their very own category of natural remedies, widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. They all look and taste very different and ...
Herbs for Fatigue, Exhaustion and Burn-Out #31
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's discuss some herbs that can help with fatigue, exhaustion and even complete burn-out. Exhausted mom syndrome anyone? Being tired in itself might...
How NOT to take Ashwagandha and other misconceptions about this fantastic herb from Ayurveda #30
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ashwagandha is an amazing herb for stress, anxiety, insomnia, energy and stamina from Ayurveda, but its popularity in the west also leads to many misc...
Herbal Help for Spring Allergies #29
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Runny nose, itchy eyes and pharmaceutical antihistaminics make you drowsy? No worries, we have holistic remedies that work even better and strategies ...
5 Herbs to Survive Modern Times #28
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Of course, I couldn't really limit this to 5 herbs! So here are the 5 herbal categories that I think everybody should know how to use, to survive mode...
Kapha Dosha in Ayurveda, Herbs to beat Mucus and Stagnation, part 3, #27
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is our last part of the Ayurvedic Doshas Series! Today we'll talk about Kapha, and about anything that I forgot to mention in the last two parts!...
Taming Pitta-Fire: Ayurvedic Doshas 101, part 2! #26
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Digging deeper into VPK, or Vata Pitta and Kapha, the Ayurvedic doshas! Let's learn how we can keep our dosha in balance throughout our life, througho...
How to Balance Vata Dosha and Fly High without Losing Your Mind to Anxiety and Insomnia #25
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's dig into the Ayurvedic concept of tridosha, or Vata, Pitta and Kapha, a system of categorization based on the five elements that can help us und...
Post-Viral Fatigue, Long Covid & Loss of Sense of Smell. Schisandra, Cordyceps, Gotu Kola & Ginseng
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's look into Post-Viral Fatigue Syndrome and how herbs can possibly help. This is for educational purposes only. Always seek medical help if needed...
The Perfect Bowel Movement - Herbs for Constipation, Laxatives, Fiber, Bitters and Demulcents #22
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The art and science of the perfect bowel movement! Do you think you don't have constipation? Think again! Let's discuss, transit time, consistency, fr...
Herbs for a Pandemic - Soothing, Calming and Uplifting Herbs #21
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Improving our mental health, sleep and overall health are some examples of how Herbalism can help us get through this pandemic, which goes way beyond ...
How to Become an Herbalist - 10 Expert Tipps on How to Deepen Your Plant Studies #20
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to learn more about medicinal plants and natural healing and maybe even become an Herbalist? This episode is for you! My name is Tamara...
Healing Successes of my Clients in 2021 and the Herbs who helped us achieve that #19
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Time for a review of my professional life as an herbalist in 2021! In this episode, I will share with you some of the greatest healing successes my cl...
The Ethnobotany of Christmas and the Winter Solstice #18
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From the shamanic origins of Santa Claus to the Ethnobotany of Christmas, Herbalist & Midwife Tamara Hiller takes you on a sled-flight through the...
Effective Natural Remedies for Pain Relief #17
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode herbalist and midwife Tamara Hiller teaches us about herbs for Pain relief. From Poppy Seed to Willow bark, some of these have insp...
How to Best Take Your Herbs - All About Teas, Tinctures, Capsules and Powders #16
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You can take your herbs in many different ways, as tea, decoction, in form of a tincture, or encapsulated to just name the most commonly used preparat...
Beyond Coffee - the Wonders of Methylxanthines and other Herbs for Energy and Focus #15
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coffee, black and green Tea, Mate, Guarana, Kola Nut, and Cacao all have something in common: Methylxanthines aka Caffeine. Coffee and Tea are the mos...
No More Gas, Bloating, Burping and Reflux! Herbs for Digestive Health #14
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people suffer from gas, bloating, belching or acid reflux also called GERD, on a regular basis. Some even consider these "minor issues", or norma...
Herbs for Anxiety - Natural Remedies to Balance the Nervous System #13
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
20% of adults in modern western societies suffer from anxiety, but luckily we have many effective herbal remedies that can help. In this episode, we c...
Insomnia - Effective Herbs to Help You Sleep #12
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luckily we have many very effective herbs for sleep available that can help with the occasional or even chronic Insomnia. I love resolving people's sl...
Maca, Astragalus, Tulsi - Why these Herbs are so Widely Misunderstood #11
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some Herbs get suddenly and randomly trendy for no specific reason and taken out of their context, the original natural healing system that they were ...
Replacing Drugs with Herbs - How to Transition Safely #10
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to make the transition from pharmaceuticals to natural remedies? Professional Herbalist Tamara Hiller discusses the nitty-gritty of thi...
Detox and Liver Cleanse - Facts vs Fiction: an Herbalist's Perspective #9
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Liver cleanses and detoxes are widely popular and discussed on the Internet and it can be difficult to weed out the myths from the truth. Professional...
Nutritional Supplements, Good for Health or a Waste of Money? An Herbalist's Perspective #8
31 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is a daily multivitamin enough or a waste of effort? Can we get all our nutrients from food or why do so many people, even in the modern world, have s...
Why Herbalism is the Opposite of Homeopathy #7
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why I don't like to be called a homeopath, by mistake, because being an Herbalist I work in a way practically opposite to what Homeopathy is based on ...
I've had it! My Herbal Covid Protocol, before, during and after #6
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, I've had it, the disease du jour, the Virus that has our planet in its grip. Gladly, everything went fine for me and my family. Was it thanks to ...
Herbs for Brain Health, Memory, Concentration, Dementia and ADHD #5
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gotu Kola, Gingko, Bacopa, and many other medicinal herbs and supplements can support our brain health, sharpen our thinking and memory and even help ...
Adaptogens - Herbs for Chronic Health Issues in Midlife #4
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about adaptogens, what they are and how this category of herbs, which are mainly roots, work for our health. Ginseng is the cl...
Safety of Herbs in Pregnancy, a complex issue for Doulas, Midwives and pregnant women #3
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Which herbs are safe to take in pregnancy and is erring on the side of caution our best bet? Midwife and Herbalist Tamara explains different considera...
Herbs in Pregnancy #2, Strengthen Immunity and Herbal Help for Constipation
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second part of herbs in Pregnancy. Join Tamara, licensed midwife and professional herbalist in this in-depth discussion of herbs that safe...
Herbs in Pregnancy, Red Raspberry Leaf Nourishing Teas, Herbs for Morning Sickness and Anemia
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Licensed Midwife and Professional Herbalist Tamara gives you the ins and outs of drinking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea in Pregnancy, which dose should women...