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The Beginner's Guide to Herbal Plants You Need to Heal at Home

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Welcome to the Chronic Healer Apothecary 🌿 This is a curated list for Canadian shoppers, with Canadian product purchase links of the organic bulk herbs I personally always have in stock in my own apothecary. Each herb can be used to create herbal in...
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Herbs, Flowers (Steep)

This is a complete list of all the bulk organic herbs in my apothecary, which can be combined to make hundreds of herbal infusions and natural medicines at home, with links to purchase in Amazon Canada and other Canadian-based sites. These are all th...

 
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Stinging nettle leaf is a mineral-rich herb used to support urinary health, reduce inflammation, ease seasonal allergies, and nourish the body. It is commonly prepared as a tea using 1–2 teaspoons per cup of hot water, steeped for 10–15 minutes.
Organic Nettle Leaf, Cut & Sifted, 4 oz (113.4 g)
 
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Hibiscus flowers are rich in antioxidants and used to support cardiovascular health, reduce inflammation, and promote hydration. They are commonly prepared as a tea using 1–2 teaspoons per cup of hot water, steeped for 10–15 minutes.
Hibiscus Tea Organic Flowers - 1 lb/454g
 
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Raspberry leaf is a mineral-rich herb used to support reproductive health, strengthen uterine tone, and ease menstrual discomfort. It is commonly prepared as a tea using 1–2 teaspoons per cup of hot water, steeped for 10–15 minutes.
Organic Raspberry Leaf Tea - 300+ Servings
 
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Calendula, also called marigold, is a bright orange flower that helps soothe irritated skin, support gentle healing, and support lymphatic and immune health. It’s commonly used as a tea or in skincare oils and salves, using about 1–2 teaspoons per cu...
Organic Calendula Flowers Whole - 1 lb
 
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Passionflower is a gentle, calming herb often used to help quiet a busy mind, ease anxiety, and support better sleep. It’s commonly made into a tea using 1–2 teaspoons per cup of hot water, steeped for 10–15 minutes.
Passion Flower Dried Herb Tea 4oz Pouch
 
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Rose petals are one of my favorite gentle, heart-centered herbs. I love using them for emotional support, skin health, and nervous system calming, especially during times of stress or overwhelm. They have a soft, floral energy that helps ease tension...
Rose Petals & Buds 454g for Skin & Tea
 
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Mullein leaf is one of my go-to herbs for lung and respiratory support, especially for coughs, congestion, or irritation in the airways. It helps loosen mucus and soothe inflamed tissues, making breathing feel clearer and more comfortable. Just a hea...
Mullein Leaf Organic Tea Loose Leaf 354g
 
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Mugwort is a traditional bitter herb often used to support digestion, circulation, and menstrual balance, and is also known for its relaxing, dream-supportive qualities when used in small amounts. It’s strong and definitely very bitter, so most peopl...
Organic Mugwort Herb Cut - 454g / 1lb

Roots, Bark, Berries (Simmer)

 
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Stinging nettle root is used to support urinary and prostate health and help reduce inflammation in the lower urinary tract. It is commonly prepared as a decoction using 1–2 teaspoons per cup of water, gently simmered for 15–20 minutes.
Stinging Nettle Root Cut & Sifted 16oz
 
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Rosehips are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants and are used to support immune function, skin health, and joint comfort. They are commonly prepared as a tea using 1–2 teaspoons of dried rosehips per cup of hot water, steeped for 10–15 minutes.
Organic Rosehips Cut Seedless 1 lb for Tea
 
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Whole cloves are tiny, powerful spice buds that help with digestion, freshen breath, and calm tooth or gum discomfort thanks to their natural antibacterial and warming properties. You can steep 2–4 whole cloves in a cup of hot water for 10–15 minutes...
Organic Whole Cloves 16oz Bulk, Premium Quality
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Dandelion root is one of my favorite herbs for supporting liver and kidney health and gentle daily detox. I love it because it helps the body naturally clear out waste without being harsh or overly stimulating. It also supports digestion and can ease...
Dandelion Root Dry Cut Organic Raw 454g
 
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Milk thistle whole seed is one of the most reliable herbs I use for liver support and overall detox function. It helps protect liver cells, support repair, and improve how the body processes toxins, hormones, and medications. Since the seeds are toug...
Milk Thistle Whole Seed 454g / 1lb Natural

Medicinal Mushroom Powders

A list of my favourite medicinal mushroom powders, each with their own evidence-backed benefits.

 
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Cordyceps powder is a mushroom supplement used to help boost energy, support stamina, and strengthen the immune system. It’s often mixed into coffee, tea, or smoothies at about ½–1 teaspoon daily for gentle, natural vitality support.
Cordyceps Extract Powder
 
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Reishi powder is a calming, immune-supporting mushroom often used to help the body handle stress and support better sleep. It’s usually mixed into warm tea, cocoa, or smoothies at about ¼–½ teaspoon daily.
Reishi Mushroom Extract Powder
 
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Turkey tail is a medicinal mushroom that helps support your immune system and gut health. It’s usually taken as a powder or extract and mixed into tea, coffee, or smoothies at about ½–1 teaspoon daily for gentle, long-term immune support.
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract Powder
 
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Chaga is a deeply antioxidant-rich mushroom used to support immunity, reduce inflammation, and protect the body from stress and environmental damage. It’s usually simmered as a tea or added in powdered form to drinks at about ¼–½ teaspoon daily.
Chaga Mushroom Extract Powder

Other Powders and Supplements

A selection of my favourite powdered herbs, roots, bark and supplements I commonly use as secret ingredients in my healing potions.

 
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GABA powder is something I like to use when I need to calm my nervous system without feeling overly sedated. It can help take the edge off stress, racing thoughts, or that wired-but-tired feeling, especially in the evening. Most people mix a small am...
GABA Powder
 
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Turmeric powder is one of my favorite everyday anti-inflammatory spices. I like using it to support joints, digestion, and overall inflammation balance, especially when the body feels achy or run down. It works best when paired with a pinch of black ...
Turmeric Extract (Curcumin) Powder
 
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Ceylon cinnamon is a delicious warming spices used for blood sugar support, digestion, and overall circulation. I like it because it’s gentle enough for regular use and helps balance energy after meals without feeling harsh. You can mix about ¼–½ tea...
Cinnamon Bark Extract Powder
 
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Magnesium BHB powder is something people often use for relaxation, muscle support, and stress balance, especially if they deal with tension, poor sleep, or low magnesium levels. It combines magnesium with a ketone compound, which some people also lik...
BHB Beta-hydroxybutyrate (Magnesium) Powder