Check out www.DrHeathersHerbs.com for these great lotion bars by Honey House Naturals. They never loose their fragrance and they won’t dry out!
Available in Vanilla, Hawaiian, Unscented, and Lavender:
The Belly Bar is for sensitive skin, and great for expectant mothers:
Use the code HOHOHERBS at check out for 10% off your order.
Orders over $50 get free shipping.
Economy Size Jade Screen, now $32 instead of $35Jade Screen is used in traditional Chinese medicine for boosting the immune system. It is commonly suggested for patients with weakened immune systems, frequent colds, and those that suffer from allergy symptoms.
It is suggested that you take Jade Screen year round or if you suffer from seasonal allergy symptoms, you can start taking it the month before your worse time of year.
Peak Power by Herbalogic, now $20 instead of $24
Bai Hu Tang Teapills, now $9 instead of $12All the best, Dr. Heather
Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
This week there will be a sale on many of the cold and allergy herbs at DrHeathersHerbs.com
Stock up your herbal cabinet so winter doesn’t catch you unprepared.
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Dave Palmer and his wife Dr. Heather Johnson, D.O.M. would like to announce the birth of their son Tank Owen Palmer. Tank was born on September 30, 2011 at Milton Memorial Birthing Center and delivered by midwife Maria Milton.
The new family would like to thank Ms. Milton for all the excellent care she provided mother and baby during the prenatal visit and the birth of their son. 
Dr. Heather Johnson, D.O.M. with husband Dave, midwife Maria Milton, and son Tank.
Midwife Maria Milton with Tank
The happy grandparents Dr. Joe Johnson, D.C. and wife Karen
Dr. Heather Johnson, D.O.M. with son Tank.
We are happy to carry Hill Country Lavender products, which is grown and produced by Dr. Heather’s friend Tasha Brieger at Texas’ oldest commercial lavender farm in Blanco.
Lavender is one of the most widely know essential oil today. Many people like the smell of lavender and use it for stress relief. While using lavender to calm the mind is a very popular use, there are also many other uses for lavender as well.
Essential lavender oil can be mixed with a “carrier oil” such as almond oil, sunflower oil, or jojoba oil to make a massage oil that is calming in nature. Such a massage oil could be used for headaches by applying to the area of the headache or neck or for period or labor pains and applied to the abdomen (a lavender massage oil is available at our online store).
Lavender has been used as a insect repellent. Add some lavender oil to a water bottle and mist around you.If making your own lavender products is too overwhelming for you, we have a variety of products available online at DrHeathersHerbs.com
Lavender Oatmeal Soap
Lavender Buds for Culinary or Craft Use
Lavender Bug Spray
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender Headache Stick
Lavender Massage Oil
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Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Please consult a licensed practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine and/or more in-depth reference materials. Consult your healthcare professional and the special dosage instructions for use in children under age 12. This information is not intended to replace the advice given by your doctor.
Here are some herbal products we now have available in our clinic and online to help new and expectant mothers. For herbal formulas for children, click here to go to a previous post.
Mother’s Milk Organic Tea to Promote Lactation by Traditional Medicinals
This tea is formulated by Traditional Medicinals to promote healthy lactation and uses herbal remedies that are traditionally used to increase breastmilk production. The traditional combination of anise, fennel and coriander has been used for centuries by European women, often recommended by lactation counselors and medical herbalists.
Organic Pregnancy Tea by Traditional Medicinals
This tea is formulate by Traditional Medicinals to support a healthy pregnancy by using a formulation of herbs used for thousands of years by women in Europe and North America to tone uterine muscles, provide nourishment and prepare the womb for childbirth. Modern pharmacological studies on raspberry leaf, a primary ingredient in this tea, substantiate its traditional uses in preparation for childbirth.
Desert Babies Product Line is Fragrance Free, Hypoallergenic, Pediatrician Tested, 100% Vegan, Gluten Free, Wheat Free, No Nuts, No Soy, No Parabens, and No Sodium Laurly/Laureth Sulfates, Phthalates, BPA, Artificial Fragrances or colors, silicones, EDTA, glycol, phosphates, or petroleum based ingredients.
• Treats and prevents diaper rash and minor skin irritations
• Provides baby’s skin with natural moisture barrier
• Gently soothes dry or irritated skin
• Nourishes baby’s sensitive skin • Moisturizes and soothes dry or reddened skin • Leaves baby’s skin feeling healthy and protected
Oh so Clean 2 in 1 Gentle Foaming Hair and Body Cleanser
• Soothes as it gently cleans baby’s skin and hair
• Enriches with vitamins A,C,D and E for healthy skin
• Maintains skin’s natural moisture
Branam Pacifiers designed for Good Oral Health
These Branam Ortho-Gibby pacficers are designed by a leading pediatric dentist in consultation with hundreds of parents of small children.
The patented design promotes normal tooth eruption and jaw development while minimizing the sucking force that often leads to the spread of bacteria in the ear, nose, and throat.
These pacifiers are Made in the USA, BPA free, Phthalate free, and Dentist Recommended.
Two sizes available: 0-1 year and 1-2 years
Baby Gel Toothpaste by Branam in Bupplegum and Grape Flavors
The Xylitol-rich toothpastes and gels are:
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Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Please consult a licensed practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine and/or more in-depth reference materials. Consult your healthcare professional and the special dosage instructions for use in children under age 12. This information is not intended to replace the advice given by your doctor.
With kids back in school, there is a lot of demand for more focus and concentration. Here are some herbs we have available in our clinic and online that are commonly used to help little ones and big ones stay focused.
Quiet Calm is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for some of the symptoms commonly associated with ADD or ADHD.
Possible symptoms could include: mood swings, crying spells, gloominess, agitation, anxiety, timidity, tantrums, distractibility, inability to focus, difficulty paying attention, difficulty falling or remaining asleep, insomnia, night frights, nightmares, headache, mucus, congestion, irritation in the sinuses, throat, or ears
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
Bach Kids’ Rescue Remedy is used as a herbal remedy to help children with stress.
Dr. Edward Bach’s original blend of five individual flower remedies is newly-available in a non-drowsy, alcohol-free fomula just for children.
This combination of five flowers works to ease your child’s stress. Dr. Bach’s system selects each of the five flower remedies in Bach Kids’ Rescue Remedy based on their unique contribution to your child’s overall sense of calm:
More more information click here to see a full list of specifications.
Click here for the adult alternative
Bach Kids’ Daydream Remedy - is used to help children face countless difficulties associated with lack of concentration. Trouble focusing and misdirected energy causes unnecessary problems for young children.
Created from the extracts of the Clematis flower, Dr. Edward Bach’s choice for bringing focus in to the present, and encouraging children to flourish both socially and academically.
For more information click here to see a full list of specifications.
Click here to see the adult alternative.
Bach Kids’ Confidence Remedy - Lack of confidence can get in the way of your child reaching his or her highest potential. Bach Kids’ Confidence Remedy was created specifically to give children a safe and all-natural confidence boost to aid in overcoming the frustrating obstacles of self-doubt.
Using the essence of the Larch flower, Dr. Bach’s personal choice for alleviating fears of failure and restoring confidence, helping combat the crippling effects of lacking self-esteem that can hinder children’s performance in school, on the playing field, and in challenging social situations. Confidence Remedy helps do away with that typical shyness that can keep children from getting the most out of their young lives and puts them on a steady course for success.
For more information click here to see a full list of specifications.
Click here to see the adult alternative.
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Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Please consult a licensed practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine and/or more in-depth reference materials. Consult your healthcare professional and the special dosage instructions for use in children under age 12. This information is not intended to replace the advice given by your doctor.
We now have herbal formulas for children available in our clinic and online. With the school season back in full swing the cold and flu season approaching, it’s a good idea to keep some of these herbal formulas on hand for your little one.
Of course, almost all formulas can be used for children using a dosage guideline. Many children take formulas that aren’t formulated or marketed towards children. Such formulas as Jade Screen (used for immune system boosting) or Beu Fei Teapills (used for respiratory issues)or Bao He Wan (for digestive relief) are very common for children to take. The commonly used guideline is as follow:
30-40 pounds 20-27% of adult dose
40-50 pounds 27-33% of adult dose
50-60 pounds 33-40% of adult dose
60-70 pounds 40-47% of adult dose
70-80 pounds 47-53% of adult dose
80-90 pounds 53-67% of adult dose
90-100 pounds 67-80% of adult dose
120-150 pounds 80-100% of adult dose
The herbal formulas mentioned here are specially formulated for little people and have the children’s dosing instructions printed on the label.
AllerEase Jr. is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for a
llergy symptom relief.
Possible symptoms could include: acute allergic rhinitis, acute allergy attacks, clear watery runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, sneezing, itchy nose, clear mucus, breathing difficulty, seasonal sneezing to airborne allergens, fatigue, lack of strength, and possible loose stool.
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Bi Qiu Tang Jia Jian
CQ Jr. is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for common cold and throat care.
Possible symptoms could include: common cold, sore throat, possible fever, possible nasal congestion, possible cough. You would not use this formula without a sore throat.
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Xiao Chai Hu Tang He Si Wu Tang Ji Jian
Lung Qi Jr. is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Cough and Wheezing Care.
Possible symptoms could include: pediatric cough, panting, wheezing (such as asthma or a weak respiratory system), thick yellow mucus/phlegm can be present, child could also have recurrent colds, or easily get sick, have a history of antibiotic use, have fatigue, have a tendency towards loose stools, and have a possible poor appetite.
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Zhi Sou San He Xiao Chai Hu Tang Jia Jian
Dry Nights is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for pediatric bed wetting.
Possible symptoms could include: pediatric bed wetting or enuresis
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Jia Wei Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Bupleurum and Angelica is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for fever, ear pain, and crying.Possible symptoms could include: fever, bad breath, restlessness and agitation which are commonly worse in the evening, red face that is commonly worse in the evening, red fingernails, warm fingers and toes, possibly dry lips, regurgitation of undigested food or curdled milk, possible constipation or diarrhea with putrid smell, according to Chinese medicine diagnosis the index finger could show an engorged purplish red vein or a blue vein showing at the root of the nose, tendency for loose stools, fatigue, listlessness, inherent immaturity, possible cold hands and feet, or a history of antibiotic use.
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Modified Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Modified Minor Bupleurum Decoction)
Tender Teeth is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for teething.
Possible symptoms could include: pediatric crying, insomnia, drooling, fidgeting, and fussiness due to teething
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Suan Zao Ren Tang Jia Wei
Tummy Qi is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for upset stomach or digestive issues.
Possible symptoms could include: abdominal pain, a feeling of undue fullness after eating, loss of appetite, heartburn, nausea or vomiting, excessive gas
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
The Chinese name for this formula is: Xiao Chai Hu Tang He Wen Dan Tang Jiao Jian
Quiet Calm is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for some of the symptoms commonly associated with ADD or ADHD.
Possible symptoms could include: mood swings, crying spells, gloominess, agitation, anxiety, timidity, tantrums, distractibility, inability to focus, difficulty paying attention, difficulty falling or remaining asleep, insomnia, night frights, nightmares, headache, mucus, congestion, irritation in the sinuses, throat, or ears
For more information click here to see the full list of specifications.
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Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products and statements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Please consult a licensed practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine and/or more in-depth reference materials. Consult your healthcare professional and the special dosage instructions for use in children under age 12. This information is not intended to replace the advice given by your doctor.
Starting today I want to increase herbal awareness by highlighting some of the herbal formulas that are commonly used in my clinic.
I realize that many Americans are not familiar with Chinese herbal formulas. The packaging is different, the names are funny, and the herbs are unfamiliar.
Hopefully by providing some information on the common uses of the formula, herbal and drug interactions, and some studies that have been conducted on them, you will feel more informed of your decision to take the herbal formulas to better your health.
The first formula I want to talk about is one of the most famous Chinese herbal formulas we use. It’s such a great formula; it is often modified or used as a base of other formulas.
Name in Chinese: Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Name in English: Six Flavor Teapills or Six-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia
Common Clinical Manifestations of Patients this formula is Prescribed for:
dizziness, vertigo
tinnitus, deafness
blurred vision
soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees
seminal emissions
night sweats, heat sensations in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, tidal fever
thirst, dry mouth, dry throat
toothache
delayed closing or unclosed fontanel in infants
sometimes used for diabetics
Patients with the above symptoms and these below Clinical Syndromes often have this Formula prescribed for them:
lumbago, low back pain
diabetes mellitus
menopause
coronary heart disease
hypertension
hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid adenoma
bronchial asthma
atrophic gastritis, esophagitis
chronic nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, chronic renal failure, glomerulonephritis
urinary tract infection
chronic hepatitis
period paralysis
male or female infertility, miscarriage
impotence
stroke sequelae
pulmonary tuberculosis
chronic prostatitis
frequent urination, galacturia
side effects from chemotherapy
heel pain
slow growth in children
optic neuritis, central retinitis, optic nerve atrophy
functional uterine bleeding
In Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostics, the patient could have the diagnosis of:
1) Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency
Dizziness, lassitude, poor memory, premature gray hair, loose teeth, tinnitus, ringing in the ears, soreness of the low back, soreness of the knees, weakness of the low back, weakness of the knees, deafness, blurred vision, seminal emissions, night sweats, delayed closing of fontanel in infants
2) Yin-Deficient Heat
hot hands, hot soles of the feet, night sweats, night sweats so severe it feels like your bones are steaming inside of you, symptoms characteristic of menopause, thirst, dry mouth, dry throat, tidal fever, toothache, symptoms of diabetes which are referred to as “Xiao Ke” which means “Wasting and Thirsting Disorder.”
3) The tongue and the patient’s pulse are important diagnostic tools in Traditional Chinese medicine as well. In a patient that has the above diagnosis, they will typically have:
A red or deep red tongue body with a thin or scanty coating and a pulse that is described as being “rapid or thin” according to Pulse Diagnosis Techniques.
Information about this formula:
The patient will have to take this formula long term to see optimal results. I have seen people in the office that took this formula for frequent night time urination. In one case the patient went from going 3-4 times a night, to only going 1-2 times that whole week with one acupuncture treatment and taking the herbs (8 teapills, 3 times daily). Usually though, you need to take tonifying formulas such as this one at least a month to notice a result. Tonifying formulas take longer to work on chronic conditions then other formulas take to work on acute conditions such as allergy symptoms (try Easy Breather) or a yeast infection (try Yin Care).
After a short time, the patient that takes Six Flavor Teapills may feel better, but continued use is suggested, as this formula is nourishing the body and “building yin” according to Chinese medicine. Yin refers to the parts of your body that nourish you, such as blood and body fluids. So, by “building yin” I mean that this formula is nourishing your body, and depending on your body constitution, symptoms, disease, lifestyle, and your age, this could take a while to build.
The good thing about Six Flavor Teapills (Liu Wei Di Huang Wan) is it’s safe to take long term, because it is a balanced formula. If you find yourself having loose stools of diarrhea, you should use with caution or stop taking the formula until your bowel movements are back to normal. If you have a high fever, infection, or common cold, you should stop taking this formula and any tonifying formulas and only take a formula to help resolve your symptoms (such as Chuan Xin Lian Tablets or Bi Yan Pian Tablets)
Cautions with this Formula:
Use with caution if you have loose stools or diarrhea.
Don’t take this formula if you have a high fever. Take another formula to help control your fever and when it’s subsided you can take this formula again.
Herb-Drug Interaction:
This formula was studied with patients undergoing chemotherapy. It was found to be effective against the harsh drugs this therapy requires. Benefits such as relief of nausea and vomiting, decreased hair loss, relief of stomach inflammation, improved appetite, increased white blood cells, increased red blood cells, increased platelets, increased T-lymphocytes, and increased natural killer (NK) cells [Chen].
According to toxicology reports on pregnant mice, no abnormalities were reported with taking this formula long term [Chen].
Pharmacological Effects of this formula according to laboratory experiments on mice (if you want more specific information on where I got these experiment results, you can email me or read John Chen and Tina Chen’s Book “Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research.” This is the best herbal formula book available in my opinion. Besides, herbal and traditional Chinese medicine training, John K. Chen graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) School of Pharmacy. Which, is great, because most herbal books are written by only herbalists who don’t understand pharmacology or the organic chemistry of the formula like he does):
Clinical Studies and Research done on people taking Six Flavor Teapills (Liu Wei Di Huang Wan) are available on the following topics (you can email me for more information or read Chen’s book):
Sources of information:
Disclaimer: The information here is not intended to diagnose any aliment, but rather for academic purposes. The FDA has not approved any of this information. This website and conditions listed are not a substitute for proper evaluation and treatment. If you are sick you should seek the medical advice of your physician or go to the emergency room.
Many people ask me for recipes to use with lavender since I carry my friend’s lavender in my clinic.
Dave (my husband) and I made a Chicken Cutlet Salad using lettuce we grew in our own garden.
Chicken Cutlet Salad
(Note, you can try this recipe hot or cold. We tried it hot, which was…interesting. For a cold salad, you’ll have to prepare everything and chill it before you serve it, so allow more time.)
Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts
5 or so tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons of Hill County Lavender‘s Herbs de Blanco Spice Blend (Made by my friend Tasha Brieger, and available at DrHeathersHerbs.com) If you don’t have Tasha’s spice blend, you could make a mixture of your own. If you just want to use one herb you could choose basil, rosemary, or oregano.
salt and pepper to taste
4 or 5 tablespoons olive oil to cook the chicken in
1 0r 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
3-4 mushrooms
some diced red onion for the salad, if you like onions. You can cook the onion with the chicken, or have it raw on your salad, whichever you prefer.
enough salad for two salads
Directions:
1) I diced the chicken and tossed it with balsamic vinegar (save 1 tablespoon for later), Herbs de Blanco, salt, and peper.
2) Heat the olive oil in your pan, add the chicken, cook until the chicken is fully done. You can choose to add mushrooms and onions and cook them with the chicken if you would like, or you can save them to eat raw on your salad later.
3) Add at that tablespoon of balsamic vinegar you were holding back, the tomatoes, and some salt and pepper to taste. Cook the tomatoes until they are tender, but not mushy.
4) Arrange your salad greens on the plate, add the onions if eating them raw, the tomato mixture, and the chicken.
