Workbook 4 | How to Choose the Best Herb for You · of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies that Heal as well as the online

Workbook 4 | How to Choose the Best Herb for You

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How to Choose the Best Herb for YouAn Herbal Jumpstart Course

Workbook IV: Salty

Text and photos by Rosalee de la Forêt.©2019 Rosalee de la Foret, LLC. All rights reserved.

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The herbal and plant information in this Workbook is for educational purposes only. The information within the Workbook is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other medical professional. If you have or suspect that you have a serious health problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Always consult with a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.

Published by Rosalee de la Forêt, LLC, Carlton, WAFirst digital edition, April 2019. Published in the U.S.A.

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Table of Contents

Fill-in-the-Blank.....................................................4

Going Deeper..........................................................5

Stinging Nettle Nourishing Infusion......................7

Nettle and Asparagus Soup....................................8

About Rosalee.........................................................9


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Salty herbs often have a special and complex relationship with .

Salty herbs don’t always taste like salt. More often they have a rich taste, akin to .

Salty herbs are often high in minerals like , and phosphorous.

Stinging nettles are slightly and very .

One of the simplest ways to enjoy nettle’s gifts is to from it and drink it every .

Clinical trials have shown that using nettles in people who’ve been diagnosed with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes can reduce , improve and do that both in the short term and in the long term.

Nettles may contain a natural that can help reduce seasonal allergy symptoms.

A common side effect of drinking nettle tea is faster growing, really strong and healthy .

The best results when using nettles is to take them in quantities. Eating it fresh or grams of dried leaf to make tea. Stinging nettles are a herb that’s dense. It’s commonly used for increasing naturally and for supporting healthy bones, and hair. It is very , so it is ideal for people who tend towards dampness.

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Considering your health goals and constitution, do nettles sound like an ideal herb for you? Why or why not?

Have you already tried fresh nettles or nettle tea? What do they taste like to you?

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A Tip for Stinging NettlesAre you interested in trying nettles but already tend to be dry and cool? When making teas with nettle try adding some moistening and warming herbs. For example a pinch of marshmallow root and a pinch of ginger.

Stinging Nettle Nourishing Infusion

Shared with permission from Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal by

Rosalee de la Forêt.

Shared with permission from Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal by

Rosalee de la Forêt.


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Serve a taste of spring with this savory and delicious soup! Perfect for a Sunday brunch or a cozy evening meal, this recipe is the synergistic combination of two favorite spring plants. • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided• 1 medium onion, diced• 7 garlic cloves, minced• 2 tablespoons curry powder• 1 teaspoon cumin powder• 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1 bunch of asparagus (approximately 300

grams), cut into 1 inch pieces• 1 13.5 ounce can of coconut milk• 5 cups broth (bone broth, vegetable broth or

even water)• 150 grams of young fresh nettle leaves• 1 tablespoon lemon juice• more salt and pepper to taste (optional)• dash of cream (optional)

Optional topping• handful of mushrooms (morels, shiitakes,

chanterelles, buttons, etc)• 1 tablespoon butter• 1 garlic clove

In a large sauce pan heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat. Once hot, add the onion and sauté until translucent. Add two more tablespoons of olive oil, wait a few moments for it to warm up. Add the garlic, powdered spices, black pepper and salt. Sauté for one minute or until aromatic.

Add the asparagus and cook for 3-5 minutes or until it becomes bright green in color. Add the coconut milk and broth (or water) and bring to a boil. Add the fresh nettle leaves. Stir well. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the asparagus is fairly soft.

Optional mushroom topping: While the soup is cooking you can make the optional mushroom topping. Heat the butter in a small sauce pan. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add the minced mushrooms and cook until thoroughly done and tender. Set aside.

Once the asparagus is soft, turn off the heat on the soup. Add the lemon juice. Using an immersion blender (or an upright blender) blend on high until thoroughly creamed. (If using an upright blender be sure to allow steam to escape while blending to avoid a big hot mess.)

Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve in bowls with a dash of cream (optional) and a couple spoonfuls of mushrooms (optional).

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About Rosalee

Rosalee de la Forêt, is passionate about helping you explore the world of herbalism and nature connection. She is the Education Director at LearningHerbs, a registered herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild, and the author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies that Heal as well as the online courses The Taste of Herbs, Herbal Cold Care, and Apothecary: The Alchemy of Herbs Video Companion.

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Workbook 4 | How to Choose the Best Herb for You · of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies that Heal as well as the online