Herbal Medicine for Preppers: Mugwort
Today we discuss a member of the artemisia family known ad Mugwort or Mugswort. This is a powerfully medicinal plant with a very long history or use. It is good for infections, sore muscles and joints, menstrual issues, digestive issues, stones, the liver, colds and flus, parasites and even for grief and similar psychological issues... but, the reason it got its name is it was used for bittering and preserving beer before hops. It is one of the most interesting herbs!
https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/p/herbal-medicine-for-preppers-mugwort
Fish on Fridays: Clam Chowder
It is almost fall. For me, that means surf fishing, shellfish and soup season, and it is my favorite time of the year!
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From The Spring Foraging Cookbook: Frying and Braising
Frying likely began in much the same way as roasting. I imagine primitive man cracking an egg onto a stone, hot from the fire. He must have been amazed as the egg whitened and became solid, giving off a tantalizing smell. It must have been quite a frustration though, to try to scrape off the egg that was cooked on and stuck to the stone.
https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/p/from-the-spring-foraging-cookbook-84f
Show 305: Adonis and Agalinis
We discuss a powerful and beautiful cardiac herb, and one that is a little less useful but still pretty.
https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/p/show-305-adonis-and-agalinis