Kirsty’s Herbs

02/01/2023

Hello January 2023!

I’ve been so busy with life this last year, lots has changed & I’ve learned to deal with the new normal that is my life.
Something that annoyed me last year is that I didn’t make time for my page & learning more about how to enjoy life.
So decided last month that with the new year I’d try to incorporate it back into my life. So here we go, I can’t promise I’ll post each month but I’m going to try 🤞🏻

So here’s this month’s snippet of knowledge.
In season herbs:
🌿Parsley
🌿Coriander
🌿Rosemary
🌿Sage
🌿Chervil
🌿Bay

Month flower:
💐Snowdrop

Monthly Recipe:
🍽️Rhubarb & Amaretti crumble

Monthly Crystal:
💎Selenite

Yoga Poses:
🧘🏻‍♀️Fish pose
🧘🏻‍♀️Child’s pose
🧘🏻‍♀️Pranayama

Remember to always big yourself up so I will include some affirmations that you can use & hopefully you will help like they did with me.
Life is not perfect, I had a relapse with my mental health so don’t worry if you are struggling one day & not the next. It’s natural, it’s life. We are all here for each other 💕

31/01/2022

Imbolc associated with the myth and legends of Brigid, the patroness of smith craft, poetry, and healing. It is said in her legends from Ireland that a
snake comes up from the womb of mother earth to test the weather.
Brigid, being informed winter is weakening, appears with her white wand and is said to breathe life into the mouth of the dead winter and bring him to open his eyes to the signs of spring. The cold is said to tremble for its safety on Bride's Day and flee for its life on St. Patricks Day. Brigids generosity was well known to both wildlife and the poor. Her healing wells also give her power to those in need, even to this day. Her legend, however, that is most well known is that of her eternal fire at her temple.

24/01/2022

Winter weather, the dark early nights, and viruses make this time of year testing for our immune systems. Herbs such as mushrooms and seaweeds support the immune system to function optimally, making them invaluable winter allies.
Every mushroom contains immuno-modulating polysaccharides, beta glucans and chitin,
which are embedded in the cell walls. These polysaccharides contribute to the anti-allergenic, anti-infective, and systemic anti-inflammatory effects seen in studies. Some of the most renowned medicinal mushrooms that are good to eat include shiltake, porcini, oyster mushrooms, lion's mane and maitake. But you could use button or chestnut mushrooms too.
Oyster mushrooms are probably the most simple medicinal mushroom to grow. They help lower
cholesterol, are protective of the liver, anti-bacterial, and full of antioxidants.

Immune Support Stock 🌿

Mushrooms need to be cooked for at least an hour to release these immune properties. The best way to do this is in stews, soups or stocks. Make a stock of a variety of mushrooms, seaweeds, and warming culinary herbs which support circulation, such as Thyme, Oregano, Rosemary. Put the stock on low heat or in a ceramic-based slow cooker and simmer for several hours. Once cooled, use straight away or add to ice cube trays and use a few every time you cook. You can also add a bit of hot water and drink as broth teas.

08/07/2021

So I adopted a dog…..

Meet my new baby, Gemma.
Having her has been such a journey this last month. Not only am I giving her a safe forever home, but she’s getting me back out in nature.

18/05/2021

Hi I’m still here 💕..
I know been very quiet for a while.
I moved house, quit my job, started new career as a teacher & I’m adopting a dog.
I know crazy few months 😅..
So here’s a lovely recipe to help reconnect your body & mind.

Ingredients:
🌸 4 cups hot water
🌸 1.5 tbsp black tea leaves
🌸 1 tsp grated dark chocolate
🌸 2 tsp lavender buds
🌸 1 tsp cardamon
🌸 1/2 cinnamon stick
🌸 honey for taste

01/02/2021

Imbolc Blessings..

18/01/2021

My Monday activity 🎓..
First webinar on Heartwood Foundation.
Looking forward to sharing the great knowledge I gain....

16/01/2021

So Root and Rise Yoga, asked for some essential oils to use with her latest yoga sessions that look at our different chakras.
Of course I found some time between studying to create a little post about it.

Essential oils are a great way to help balance your chakras. The oils can be diffused or mixed with a carrier oil to be used at the relevant chakras location. Below are some oils that can help rebalance your chakras. Crown Frankincense (Boswellia fereana) Western Australian Sandalwood (Santalum s**c...

31/12/2020

This year has been crazy for us all....
So here’s a way to help yourself manifest next year into a better one 💕

24/12/2020

Yule blessings from my family to yours ❄️🎄..
Know that you are not alone. It’s been a tough year but you have made it 💕

21/12/2020

Enjoy soothing bath this winter solstice ❄️..
🌸 1/4 cup chamomile flower
🌸 1/4 cup elder flower
🌸 1/4 cup calendula flower
🌸 1-2 cups Epsom salt

Add ingredients together in a muslin cloth & hang over the tap as water runs.
OR
Blend with 4 cups of boiling water. Strain into a container & then add to bath water.