What if you've already been dabbling in herbology and didn't even realise it? That cup of peppermint tea, the jar of honey for a sore throat, even the supplements lining your bathroom shelf — there's a whole world of wisdom behind why those things actually work, and most of us have absolutely no idea.

This week Sarah is joined by Katie, a herbal medicine student who takes us well beyond Harry Potter potions and into something genuinely fascinating, and occasionally life-changing. Katie's honesty about still being a student, still learning, and still figuring it out herself is part of what makes this conversation so lovely — no pretence, just real curiosity and real results.

In this episode you'll hear about:

Why your herbal tea probably isn't as potent as you think and the simple trick to fix it
Katie's deeply personal story of eczema that pharmaceutical creams and immunosuppressants couldn't clear, resolved through herbal medicine
Why echinacea, the herb everyone reaches for when they've got a cold, might not actually help you depending on your own constitution
The beautiful, almost magical process of making tinctures — including one herb that goes in yellow and comes out bright red
The fascinating crossover between herbal medicine, Chinese medicine, and the idea of your body's essence
Why mushrooms are having a real moment right now, and what's actually behind that beyond the latest wellness trend
The lovely, accessible way to get a herbal consultation without breaking the bank

If you've ever wondered whether there's more to herbal remedies than clever marketing, this episode might just change how you see your spice rack — and your garden.

Katie mentioned the College of Naturopathic Medicine student clinics, which run across the UK and offer reduced-rate consultations with herbal students supervised by qualified practitioners - https://www.naturopathy-uk.com/resources/student-clinics/

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This podcast is here to inform and inspire curiosity, not to tell you what to do. Everything discussed reflects the personal experiences of our guests, and Sarah doesn't personally endorse any particular practice or approach. You're always in the driving seat — it's entirely your choice whether to explore further. Where guests offer the chance to try things for yourself, you'll find links below. And as always, nothing here is suggested as a substitute for personalised advice from your own healthcare professionals.

Thanks for listening.

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