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Western Balm of Gilead 🌳
Originally referenced in the Bible, Balm of Gilead is said to be from the region of Gilead ( NE of the Sea of Galilee -in modern day Jordan).
Many species of tree have come forward as the suspected medicinal gem. Commiphora gileadensis ( Arabian balsam tree), Pistacia lentiscus and more specifically Pistacia terebinthus ( Turpentine Tree).
🌳The Turpentine tree appears to have some of the strongest lineage and referenced in scripture in multiple languages.
In North America and Western Herbalism, we refer to Balm of Gilead as the beautiful resin from the Balsam Poplar buds ( Popilus balsamifera) or Narrowleaf balsam poplar ( Populus angustifolia)or Cottonwood buds (Populus trichocarpa) and this time of year is the best time to gather it!
This resin produces methyl salicylate, and is the highest in the late winter or early spring. This chemical compound is the precursor to acetyl salicylate which is what they use in aspirin.
When we are able to mindfully extract this and utilize it in tinctures, oils, salves and creams, you will find it has extremely powerful medicinal qualities.
Some of these include ;
🌿Analgesic ( relieves pain)
🌿Heals to wounds
🌿Supportive of arthritis and rheumatism
🌿Muscle soreness
🌿Mucous reliever ~works the lungs
🌿Cough relief
🌿Headache relief
🌿Fever support
🌿Eczema and skin ailments
🌿Can use with other medicinal remedies for synergistic effects
In the coming weeks I will post a recipe and directions to make your own oils and salves 🌿🌳
⚡️Foraging mindfulness techniques
🌳Correctly identify your trees
🌳Only forage from land that you have permission
🌳Do not over forage and only take what the tree can reasonably gift
🌳Do not damage the tree
🌳Choose closed buds
Check out comments for Next Steps 🌱
Originally referenced in the Bible, Balm of Gilead is said to be from the region of Gilead ( NE of the Sea of Galilee -in modern day Jordan).
Many species of tree have come forward as the suspected medicinal gem. Commiphora gileadensis ( Arabian balsam tree), Pistacia lentiscus and more specifically Pistacia terebinthus ( Turpentine Tree).
🌳The Turpentine tree appears to have some of the strongest lineage and referenced in scripture in multiple languages.
In North America and Western Herbalism, we refer to Balm of Gilead as the beautiful resin from the Balsam Poplar buds ( Popilus balsamifera) or Narrowleaf balsam poplar ( Populus angustifolia)or Cottonwood buds (Populus trichocarpa) and this time of year is the best time to gather it!
This resin produces methyl salicylate, and is the highest in the late winter or early spring. This chemical compound is the precursor to acetyl salicylate which is what they use in aspirin.
When we are able to mindfully extract this and utilize it in tinctures, oils, salves and creams, you will find it has extremely powerful medicinal qualities.
Some of these include ;
🌿Analgesic ( relieves pain)
🌿Heals to wounds
🌿Supportive of arthritis and rheumatism
🌿Muscle soreness
🌿Mucous reliever ~works the lungs
🌿Cough relief
🌿Headache relief
🌿Fever support
🌿Eczema and skin ailments
🌿Can use with other medicinal remedies for synergistic effects
In the coming weeks I will post a recipe and directions to make your own oils and salves 🌿🌳
⚡️Foraging mindfulness techniques
🌳Correctly identify your trees
🌳Only forage from land that you have permission
🌳Do not over forage and only take what the tree can reasonably gift
🌳Do not damage the tree
🌳Choose closed buds
Check out comments for Next Steps 🌱
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For those interested in a little webinar, come join us tonight! You will get the recording if you can’t make it! Proceeds go to ATMOStree, a 2:1 tree planting program.
https://lightcellar.ca/products/intro-to-permaculture
https://lightcellar.ca/products/intro-to-permaculture
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https://lightcellar.ca/products/the-evolution-of-the-jaw-how-the-jaw-and-teeth-hold-the-answers-to-your-health
May 5th if anyone is interested! Recording of the event will be sent out to all who buy a ticket !
Please pass on to anyone you think may benefit. We will be discussing how the jaw impacts our mental health, physical health, sleep etc and what you can do about it. We will also go over jaw exercises, breathing exercises and homemade tooth powder and paste … it will be a jam packed 3 hrs with time for Q&A.. reach out if you have any questions
May 5th if anyone is interested! Recording of the event will be sent out to all who buy a ticket !
Please pass on to anyone you think may benefit. We will be discussing how the jaw impacts our mental health, physical health, sleep etc and what you can do about it. We will also go over jaw exercises, breathing exercises and homemade tooth powder and paste … it will be a jam packed 3 hrs with time for Q&A.. reach out if you have any questions
Light Cellar
The Evolution of the Jaw: How the Jaw and Teeth Hold the Answers to Your Health
The Evolution of the Jaw How the Jaw and Teeth Hold the Answers to Your Health & What You Can Do About It with Jenn MacAusland Recorded Session In Western societies, we are seeing more sleeping issues, breathing issues, tooth decay, periodontitis, malocclusion…
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Prettying up my presentation for @thelightcellar for Thursday night! So excited to share with all of you! The recording will be available for purchase on my website. www.soulmonkeywellness.com and www.thepermaculturehub.com
There is still room! Come join us!
https://lightcellar.ca/products/the-evolution-of-the-jaw-how-the-jaw-and-teeth-hold-the-answers-to-your-health
There is still room! Come join us!
https://lightcellar.ca/products/the-evolution-of-the-jaw-how-the-jaw-and-teeth-hold-the-answers-to-your-health
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Progression..
Working on your property, no matter the size is rewarding in so many ways. For me I think of growth emotionally, physically, and mentally. Of course the obvious is providing food and medicine to you, your family and community.
But more then that, it makes me reflect on things like edge, shapes, imperfections, and impact.
Edge— in permaculture the edge is a really important piece to consider.. it is where fertility is at its peak. It is where two ecosystems connect and collide to provide exchanges. This is where magic happens, where productivity and diversity are foundational. The soil is often richer, the plants and trees will be thriving and you can often witness multiple species of birds, wildlife, microbes, and insects.
So what really is the edge?
Think of the edge of a mountain to a meadow, a forest to the land next to it, water to the land, soil to grass, rocks to grass, pathway to forest, garden bed to pathway, fence to garden bed, rock wall to garden, and urban land to rural land. There are so many more, can you think of any?
If we continue to push the edges on our properties, no matter the size, we can create a multitude of benefits.
Can you see the edges of this newly developed garden bed? Can you see the other trees and plants that will be added and will be pushing the edges out further?
🦋💕🌿🐝
Working on your property, no matter the size is rewarding in so many ways. For me I think of growth emotionally, physically, and mentally. Of course the obvious is providing food and medicine to you, your family and community.
But more then that, it makes me reflect on things like edge, shapes, imperfections, and impact.
Edge— in permaculture the edge is a really important piece to consider.. it is where fertility is at its peak. It is where two ecosystems connect and collide to provide exchanges. This is where magic happens, where productivity and diversity are foundational. The soil is often richer, the plants and trees will be thriving and you can often witness multiple species of birds, wildlife, microbes, and insects.
So what really is the edge?
Think of the edge of a mountain to a meadow, a forest to the land next to it, water to the land, soil to grass, rocks to grass, pathway to forest, garden bed to pathway, fence to garden bed, rock wall to garden, and urban land to rural land. There are so many more, can you think of any?
If we continue to push the edges on our properties, no matter the size, we can create a multitude of benefits.
Can you see the edges of this newly developed garden bed? Can you see the other trees and plants that will be added and will be pushing the edges out further?
🦋💕🌿🐝