November 2025 Herb of the Month: Hibiscus
We may want to consider adding hibiscus to our immune-boosting medicine cabinet… and let me tell you why. When we think of immune-boosting herbs, many of us think of strongholds
Over Supplementation: Too Much Of A Good Thing?
Over Supplementation An emphasis on health and wellness is increasing in online communities. As a result, supplement manufacturers increasingly market new supplements to consumers
Neurodegenerative Diseases
What is a neurodegenerative disease? A neurodegenerative disease is a disease that targets and progressively damages the nervous system, especially the brain. It is common for thes
August 2025 Herb of the Month: Lavender
It’s been a year since we started our Herb of the Month walks! At Richmond Natural Medicine, we cherish our walks in nature, working alongside it to help our patients achieve goo
What To Do If You Suspect Tick-Related Illnesses
For many of us, summer is the season we spend the most time outdoors, either playing in the yard, walking through the woods, gardening, or mowing our lawns. While most of us take p
July’s Herb of the Month: Burdock
Thinking of where the common burdock plant likes to grow, you’re most likely to find it clustered on the edges of waste sites. As in nature, so in your body, burdock has an affin
June’s Herb of the Month: Calendula
June’s Herb of the Month is calendula! Also known as Mary’s Gold and Summer’s Bride, it feels especially appropriate to focus on calendula this month as we approach the summe
Common Herbs For Sleep
Herbal medicine can help with a myriad of ailments, including better sleep! It is estimated that about 1/3 of the general population cannot sleep even after a long, tiring d
December Herb of the Month: Astragalus, the Herb of Support and Fortification
Astragalus is the Herb of the Month for December. And for good reason! As we ease into the Winter solstice of December, we say hello to longer nights, quieter days, and, hopefully,
November Herb of the Month: Ginger the Firey Herb of Winter
Herbal For November’s Herb of the Month, we wanted to focus on something that was a little warming and cozy, as well as medicinal. For thousands of years, ginger, a warm and
