HERBALISM

Cara E. Moore is a poet, playwright and writer who has wrtten for newspapers, magazines and internet sites. She has written a collection of poetry, Horizon's Place And Time Meet, two books, Crystal Healing & The Chakra System and a Herbal Primer. She is a Crystal Healing and Herbalist Practitioner and manufacturer of Crystal Essence TM and herbal products and is currently studying to be a Hatha Yoga Instructor. She is a vocalist and voice coach and has done profiles on various artists for the arts and theatre section of publications and organized and performed music and poetry events.. She has done publicity and organized events for art galleries, bands, charities, as well as business and writing groups. She has had a craft stall featuring her photography,crochet, poetry, music and handcrafted items and currently has an online website and does a weekly blog on crystal healing, herbalism, music, yoga and poetry. She also tutors students in English and German and is a TEFL instructor.

Dr. Christensen is a family physician and emergency room doctor with a background in herbalism and alternative medicine.

Third-born of twelve children to the two most wonderful parents in the world, I love to write, and I love research. I have had the opportunity to learn much in being a part of a large family, as a student of herbalism and nutrition, as well as learning through experience in caring for our chickens, rabbits, dog, cats, goats, and being the primary caretaker for our quarter acre garden. It is my joy to be able to share what I've learned both through experience and research with others. My prayer is that God will be glorified in what I write and that others will be able to learn from what I have to share.

Dr. Briana Blair Ms.D. is an ordained minister and Doctor of Metaphysics. She is also a writer and artist, and combines her varying skills within both her writing and artwork. As a writer, Briana has written over 300 poems, more than 400 articles, produced a horror/sci-fi novel at age 13, has one published how-to book (As well as several art and poetry books) and is in the process of writing a series of self-help spiritually oriented books. She has expanded her writing from just fiction and how-to and is now writing op-ed, erotica and other pieces. As an artist Briana Blair has produced thousands of pieces of digital art, along with jewelry, sculpture, traditional art and various other crafts. She started off with crocheting at age five, learned various handicrafts, and has never stopped creating art in some form or another. She currently produces art for two Zazzle shops, Mandala Magic and Blair Peacock Creations. Briana is a firm believer in the idea "Get a job you love, and you'll never work a day in your life". She believes that everyone should balance work with an enjoyment for life. When not writing or creating art she trains her pet bird, studies herbalism and spirituality, and is also an avid music listener and fan of video games.

Terrie Schultz worked for many years in the biomedical field doing research and development in the areas of cancer, HIV and hepatitis. She has also taught middle school physical science, earth science, reading, math and art. She is currently pursuing an in-depth study of herbalism and traditional Chinese medicine. She enjoys traveling, writing fiction, and learning new things.

I am a freelance writer living in the Southern United States. I enjoy herbalism, cooking, crafts and writing.

I am a SAHM who is very interested in natural birth, natural parenting and herbalism. I also am a buddhist who attends services at a Unitarian Universalist church.

I am a young woman whose passion lies in herbs, herbalism, aromatherapy, and natural body care.

Long time student of the Tarot and Herbalism. Love to make and sell jewelry. Extensive cookbook collection.

Juliet Bresler is a mother, an herbalist, a pagan and a writer. She has worked as an associate editor for an online pagan magazine and has had many articles on natural magic, raising pagan kids and herbalism published throughout her 10 year career.

Merlyn is a freelance writer, expert advisor for natural health and herbalism and author of three books along the subjects that he writes on. He has been writing and sharing his knowledge about Buddhism, natural living, herbs, homesteading and the martial arts for 22 years now. In 1993 his poetry was chosen by the Poetry Guild to be published in an anthology that was published in both the UK and the USA. In 2010 he was chosen by Who's Who and the National Honor society for his work on natural living/health and the teachings of the Buddha.His writings will both inspire and teach you how you can live a better life.

Hello there, my name is Daniel Diggins and I am currently residing in Montreal Quebec. I stated my fitness journey when I was 27 because I was having a lot of problem with my health both physically and mentally. I have diplomas in fitness and nutrition, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, reflexology, massage therapy, shiatsu massage, massage therapy and herbalism. Since I have learned how to apply all this knowledge I have been able to make improvements on all aspects of my life. I am currently studying at John Abbott College in their web technology program. With this course I will build web sites which will promote product and share information which I feel will benefit human kind.

By day a web designer, Micky runs her own company, specializing in the needs of small businesses that market and sell online. She writes on topics that help entrepreneurs who are business owners first, and web-savvy last, manage their sites on a tight budget. As a small business helping small businesses for almost fifteen years, she writes from the seat of hard-won experience. By night she is a family herbalist in the wise woman tradition, having worked with herbs, flower essences, essential oils and homeopathy for over a decade. Over the last years Micky's focus has been, like many of us, to live more simply and more vibrantly. Although a compassionate art, as with her web topics, her herbalism articles focus on thrift and achieving tangible results. Finally, she moonlights as a professional face painter both for the creative expression and the smiles she creates. Published occasionally in the local newspaper and recently in Woman's World Magazine, she devotes herself to her home and family. This includes her four legged children of the feline and canine persuasion, a significant other making his living a professional psychic, and the highly-talented business partner and artist who is her mom.

Helen Elscot ND, MNZAMH has been a qualified medical herbalist, naturopath and nutritionist for the more than 10 years. Her chosen field of expertise is medical herbalism which has become increasingly validated as modern science confirms its safety and efficacy in clinical trials. Helen graduated from the Perth Academy of Natural Therapies in Australia with an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy in 2001 and was presented with the National Herbalists Association of Australia's award for outstanding herbal medicine clinical practice. She ran her own practise in Western Australia for four years before moving to Waiheke Island in New Zealand in 2005. As a yoga teacher, Helen's 2001 study on the effects of yoga practise on hope and optimism in women residing in maximum security prisons formed the basis of her dissertation, "The effect of yoga on hope and optimism" and is widely referred to as one of a handful of qualitative studies executed worldwide. Helen went on to work and study under Ricki Anderhuber, one of the pioneers of herbal medicine in Australia at the South Perth Naturopathic Clinic. It was here she cultivated her passion for herbal medicine, the protection of endangered species and the use of alternatives in a sustainable practise. As part of her ongoing commitment to research and continuing education, Helen participated in the American Botanical Councils' research expedition in 2004, held in conjunction with the Amazon Centre for Environmental Education and Research, to Peru, South America studying botanical medicine and indigenous knowledge from the Amazon and Andes. Helen's research led to publications in the Australian Journal of Herbal Medicine, "From plant to pill: A review of intellectual property rights, patent law and biodiversity", and "Botanical medicine of Peru: Pharmacy in the rain forest". Helen is also a food and health writer who has had regular columns in the Fairfax publication the Sunday Star-Times and NZ Fitness and is

Barbara Ford-Latty, MA-C, B.A., RN, is a writer, nurse, educator, integrative health consultant and curious traveler. She has been involved with a natural, holistic lifestyle for over 35 years beginning with a lively family and organic farm filled with dogs, horses, pigs, chickens, children, herbs, flowers and laughter. Passionately devoted to the wellbeing of the individual, she advocates a holistic approach to wellness. In the search to understand the mysteries of life, she has written articles for a variety of magazines including Spirit of Change and Historic Traveler; newsletters and web site copy. A lifelong learner and an enthusiastic reader, writer and world traveler, her life-paths have led her to deeper studies in astrology, energy medicine, Taoism, herbalism, Tai Chi and travel across the globe. Around 2002, she decided to try her hand at running a bed and breakfast on the Maine coast, applying her environmental and organic philosophies to transform it into an eco-friendly inn. Having returned to nursing, she is currently a practicing RN, nursing educator and integrative health consultant. Barbara is completing her thesis on natural health for an MA in Holistic Wellness, and working toward Healing Touch Practitioner certification. No longer living on the coast or on a farm, but in the Blue Ridge Mountains, her herb gardens are smaller, but still fragrant and productive. She is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, the American Holistic Nurses Association, Virginia Native Plant Society, and the Herb Society of America.

As a writer, nurse, educator, integrative health consultant and curious traveler, I have been involved with a natural, holistic lifestyle for over 35 years. It all began with a lively family and organic farm filled with dogs, horses, pigs, chickens, children, herbs, flowers and laughter. Passionately devoted to the well-being of the individual and the collective, I am an advocate of a holistic approach to wellness. In the search to understand the mysteries of life, I have written articles for a variety of magazines on travel, native healing, natural health and education, along with several newsletters and web site copy. A lifelong learner and an enthusiastic reader, writer and world traveler, my life-paths have led me to amazing experiences in shamanistic healing, Tai Chi and energy work, and herbalism. Around 2002, I decided to try my hand at running a bed and breakfast on the Maine coast, applying my environmental and organic philosophies to transform it into an eco-friendly inn. Loving the coast, making mouth-watering breakfasts and meeting folks from all over the world, life was good until family illness caused a change of plan, and a return to nursing education. Currently a practicing RN, nursing educator and integrative health consultant, I am completing my thesis on natural health towards an MA in Holistic Wellness, and am working toward Healing Touch Practitioner certification. No longer living on the coast or on a farm, but in the Blue Ridge Mountains, my herb gardens are smaller, but still fragrant and productive. I am a member of Phi Beta Kappa, the American Holistic Nurses Association, American Nurses Association, and the Herb Society of America.

I study herbalism and natural alternative medicine, I also am quite skilled with computers and enjoy troubleshooting networks and hardware.

I am an ameteur witch doctor and hybrid vampire currently researching an effective pranic substitute for prana vampires using metaphysics and herbalism. I enjoy writing short stories of any genre, and am pursuing a degree to teach high school English. As most writers, I am a bookworm and have a large library centered around metaphysics and fiction. Please feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or have any requests for future articles. I can also be contacted via email at Naty_Help@yahoo.com.

I am a certified yoga instructor and psychology student. I am interested in a wide range of topics, including natural living, wellness, art, nutrition, herbalism, Ayurveda, Japanese studies, and philosophy.

Merlyn is a practicing Herbalist; he has been practicing and studying Herbs for 21 years. He works independently as an expert adviser on Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, natural parenting, and Buddhism on liveperson.com where he coaches people daily on Herbalism and other natural aspects of life. Merlyn is also an ordained Shikata Zen Buddhist priest and can teach you the ways of Zen. His writing stem out to include all his areas of expertise and this is what he focuses on.

Annica Janes is a writer, mother and herbalist who writes on a variety of topics including natural health, gardening, herbalism, parenting and alternative therapies.

I'm a openly pagan single mother raising 3 teen special needs sons with a varied and eclectic taste in subjects. Hobbies include role-play games online, reading, writing, dancing, swimming,floral design,gardening, interior design, jewelry design, home made soaps and candles, herbalism, New age and remodeling.

Self-proclaimed foodie with a degree in Culinary Arts with a specialty in Baking and Pastry and currently pursuing the same in Cuisine... (No discrimination here!I! Food is life!) Major interest in health and general well-being as well as herbalism and a love of animals and nature. Passion for Cake-Decorating, herbal remedies and writing as well as actually learning in life and laughing the entire (well, not the entire unfortunately), but the majority of life here. I have a catering business called Culinary Creations by Valentine and love my calling of service to others. We are all connected, so why not make real connections and grow together while tasting (really tasting) life!

I'm a freelance writer, editor, artist, and student of shamanic herbalism. I live with my family in Pittsburgh, at least when we're not all off having some adventure.

jane of all trades. Loads of experience in many fields including but not limited to Midwifery, Real Estate, EMT, marine biology, herbalism, African violets--hobbyist and sales, Internet marketing and business development,

I am a mom of two boys. I have a BA in History and currently working towards my teaching license. I am planning on getting a master certification in herbalism as well.

I am a lifelong psychic and make my living in the divinatory arts. Also artistic/crafty, a practicing "good" witch (not a BAD weetch, as GW Glenda would say) know a lot about herbalism and spellcasting, and eager to share my knowledge in tarot, runes, astrology, and other fo

April loves to write about health issues and various modalities of alternative medicine. Including, (but not limited to); herbalism, flower essence therapy, Reiki and aromatherapy. April is a trained massage & shiatsu therapist, Reiki Master and birth doula.

Rochelle Moore: (www.amazon.com) -KARMA- small spiritual book -AROMATHERAPY & HERBALISM- alphabetical list of natural remedies (beginners-mid/level) -WITCH AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY (Greenmagicpublishing.com) -BEYOND THE THIRD EYE (PARANORMAL/SPIRITUAL)

I'm a wife and momma of 2 kids- a sassynsweet 11 yr. old daughter, and a fun 1 year old little boy. I love the esoteric, permaculture,botany, I'm a student,love all kinds of music,going to shows(music),tarot,herbalism,beign real,abstract and junk art.