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Wild Roots Apothecary

Clinical Herbalist: M.S. Clinical Herbal Medicine
Women’s Health▫️Gut Health▫️Cancer Care▫️Virtual & In Person Consultations▫️Custom Formulas

12/02/2025

Break time! I’m taking a little break from social media for the month of December. I may pop in here and there, but won’t be posting regularly.

I’ll still be offering herbal consultations on a limited basis, and my online store will remain open for local pickup. If you need to reach me, email is the best way, although I will check in here occasionally. You can find my contact info on my website if you don’t have it!

This month I’m focusing on spending time with my family (pic from summer when we were last together!) while my oldest is home from college, and supporting my youngest as he recovers from his upcoming knee surgery. I’ll also be working on class content for my Build Your Home Apothecary series - coming early Spring! If you are interested in this class, please email or message me since it will be open to those on “the list” first!

Hope you all enjoy the holiday season with your families! 🎄

11/28/2025

You don’t have to wait until you’re sick to boost your immune system!
Daily tonics like reishi, astragalus, and turkey tail gently strengthen long-term resilience.

11/24/2025

Herb Spotlight: Catnip
Gentle, calming, and family-friendly, catnip supports both digestion and the nervous system.
You’ll find this one in a lot of my family friendly formulas! It’s amazing for restless kids, anxious minds, or tummy upsets after meals.

11/20/2025

Did you know your liver plays a huge role in hormone balance?
Supporting it with herbs like dandelion root, burdock, and schisandra can make a big difference in PMS, perimenopause, and skin health.

11/17/2025

Herb Spotlight: Calendula

Calendula is sunshine in flower form! ☀️
It soothes inflammation, supports lymph flow, and promotes healthy skin and digestion.
I love it both internally (as tea or tincture) and topically in oils and salves.

11/14/2025

As the seasons shift, it’s the perfect time to check in with your body. What needs more attention…rest, nourishment, connection, or boundaries?
Herbs like tulsi, lemon balm, and ashwagandha can help transition through change, keeping both body and mind balanced.

11/13/2025

GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉

2000 followers! I appreciate every single one of you! To say thank you, I’m doing a giveaway. One person will win a 3-session herbal consultation package (1 initial consultation + 2 follow-ups). Telehealth or in-person, your choice!

We’ll talk about what’s going on, your health goals, dive into the herbs, and create a plan that works for you!

To enter:
1. Follow
2. Like this post
3. Tag a friend (each tag = 1 entry)
4. Share to your story for a bonus entry!

Winner will be announced Wednesday November 19th.

Thanks so much for being here and supporting my little herbal business! 🌱

Open to ages 18+

11/12/2025

Digestion is at the root of so much. Energy, mood, hormones, and skin all tie back to gut health.
When I work with clients, I often start here: supporting the gut lining, addressing inflammation, and encouraging regular elimination.
Herbs like calendula, chamomile, and ginger are gentle but powerful. Bitter herbs like Oregon grape, Yellow dock, and Gentian help increase bile flow to improve digestion.

11/11/2025

Just feeling a little embarrassed that it’s been close to 2 years since I’ve updated the “about me” pinned post so going to go ahead and fix that right now! 🫣

Hi! I’m Melissa, and I help women use herbs to find balance and feel their best.

I have about 25 years of experience using herbs personally and with clients, and I hold an M.S. in Clinical Herbal Medicine. I specialize in supporting women with hormone balance, digestive health, stress management, and sleep support. Together, we’ll create an herbal plan that is simple to use in your everyday life (no more digging through a whole cupboard full of bottles!) and will help you feel supported and more in tune with your body.

Besides offering consultations, I have an Apothecary in Hayden that is open by appointment (just message me!) where I hold workshops and offer a full spectrum of herbs.

I am also mom of 3 teenage boys (can’t say that for much longer since I have one almost out of the teenage years!), a handful of chickens, a senior “puppy,” 2 crazy cats, and more plants than I can count.

I’m so glad you’re here! I have found herbs and natural healing to be such an amazing source of community, and I’d love to connect with you!

11/10/2025

Herb Spotlight: Shatavari
Shatavari is one of my favorite herbs for women’s health. It nourishes the reproductive system, supports hormone balance, and helps the body adapt to stress, especially during perimenopause and menopause. It’s also an amazing restorative herb postpartum!

11/07/2025

Herbs can be powerful allies for keeping your lungs clear and breathing easy. 🌬️
From soothing demulcents to expectorants that help move mucus, these plants offer gentle, effective respiratory support.

11/05/2025

Immune Support Herbal Broth DIY

Ingredients:
Astragalus root (sliced)
Reishi mushrooms (fresh or dried)
Turkey tail mushrooms (fresh or dried)
Shiitake mushrooms (fresh or dried)
Optional: garlic, ginger, onion, thyme, rosemary

This isn’t necessarily a recipe, but more of an inspiration, especially if you already make homemade broth! These herbs/mushrooms can be added to your broth recipe to give you some extra immune support. You’ll want to make sure the herbs are covered with water, and give them a nice long time to simmer (at least 2 hours). Strain and use in soups or just to sip on. I would recommend adding extra seasonings especially if you’re sipping it straight!

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Hayden, ID

Website

http://www.wild-roots-apothecary.com/book-a-consult, https://www.wild-roots-apothecary.com/store/workshops

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