Herbs for Winter Wellness

From soothing teas to immune-boosting brews, this episode is a winter wellness treasure chest. Listeners get an exclusive behind-the-scenes moment as we celebrate submitting a ginormous new manuscript— a major project set to hit bookshelves in July 2027. From there, it’s all about the herbs: Peppermint & Spearmint for digestion, mocktails, and holiday calm Ginger for warming tea blends and digestive support Fennel & Thyme for soothing sore throats Sage & Rosemary for memory, flavor, and festive recipes Cinnamon for aromatic comfort and anti-inflammatory power Echinacea for winter immune strength Garlic — the bold, wellness-boosting staple we swear by Shiitake Mushrooms for wintertime vitamin D and mood supportEvery herb comes with real-life recipes, practical how-tos, and creative ways to incorporate plant medicine into holiday cooking, daily rituals, and family wellness. And of course, the episode ends with a fan favorite — Heather’s iconic Fire Cider, a customizable, immune-boosting vinegar infusion beloved by the herbal community. Whether you’re new to fire cider or ready to level up your recipe, this segment gives you everything you need to brew your own powerful winter tonic. Shop Herbal Teas (including Choco-Latte): http://smallhousefarm.com/product-category/herbal-wellnessFind more herbal recipes in Bevin's book, Herbs in Every Season: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/herbs-in-every-season/Learn how to grow your own Shiitake mushrooms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh6PeZDriNUWatch Heather's famous Fire Cider video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUYsSSHdygUTry Small House's Fire Cider: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/fire-cider/✨ Join our Patreon community for exclusive content, seasonal herb boxes, and more! ​www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmSupport for the Seeds and Weeds Podcast comes from Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company. Baker Creek offers America’s largest selection of heirloom and open-pollinated seed varieties from around the world – and right here at home. For more than 25 years, saving, sharing, and celebrating heirloom seeds has been their mission and their passion. Find out more at rareseeds.com.Support the show