To make sure of the highest degree of purity and potency in your herbal ingredients, visit one of the larger herb shops or health-food stores in your area. Pick one with a lot of traffic and a knowledgeable staff, then be guided by staff members’ expertise.

Here’s one more word to the wise: Don’t congratulate yourself on searching out the lowest-priced herbal ingredients to brew your healing teas. This is one instance where quality and care in processing show up in price. Expect to pay a little more for the best. And don’t begrudge it. If you want your teas to be of full benefit, spend for quality ingredients. (more…)