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International Herb Association’s
Herb of the Year for 2013 - Elder - April 2013
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Since 1995, the International Herb Association chooses an herb of the year to highlight. The Horticultural Committee evaluates possible choices based on their being outstanding in at least two of the three major categories: culinary, medicinal or ornamental. Herbal organizations around the world work together with IHA to educate the public throughout the year. (Download by clicking on icon)
A Repeat Performance Nets Local Manufacturer
#1 Best-Selling Products for the 9th Consecutive Year! - April 2013
SANTA FE, New Mexico — SPINS Data, a nationwide provider of market measurement information and insights for manufacturers and retailers in the natural organic and specialty products industry, released their 2012 numbers for top selling products. Categories include: Herbal Formulas, Food Supplements, Herbal Singles, Personal Care, and Skin Care. (Download by clicking on icon)
Farm to Fresh - July 2012
On July 24th, Herbs, Etc. hosted the second annual Farm to Medicine Cabinet Tour 2012 for Northern New Mexico Natural and Health Food Store retailers. Fields were spilling over with medicinal herbs such as Echinacea, St. John’s Wort, Lemon Balm, Chamomile and Stinging Nettle. (Download slideshow by clicking on icon)
Better Nutrition – March 2012 – Safe and simple Detox Tips
It’s a basic, natural part of the process of being alive: you take in what you need, and get rid of what you don’t. (Download
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SantaFe.com– February 2012 - Beyond Hand-Sanitizer: Alternative Options for Staying Healthy During a Santa Fe Winter
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US Weekly - December 5th ChlorOxygen® gets glowing review in the December 5th issue of US Weekly. Click here to see what's in Odette Annable's bag.
NBC's Today Show - December 2011
Dr. Julie Holland, Psychiatrist with NBC's Today Show, recommends Herbs,
Etc.'s Deep Sleep® as the best natural sleep aid. Click on video to watch the clip. This video is 7 minutes long. Dr. Holland discusses side effects of drugs at minute 5, and she mentions Deep Sleep at 6 minutes and 30 seconds into video. The entire video is very informative. Dr. Holland discusses the stress working mothers are under and what to do about it.
Santa Fe New Mexican - August 23, 2011
In a challenging economy, people value their health and take care of their bodies. Herbs, Etc.'s business is booming with some of America's best-selling herbal products. (Download
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Health Store Retailers spend a day at Tesuque Pueblo Farm with Daniel Gagnon - August 2011
On August 4, Herbs, Etc. invited retailers from all the Northern New Mexico health food stores to spend the day at the Tesuque Pueblo Farm. The fields were ripe with many herbs such as California Poppy, Mullein, Calendula and Stinging Nettle.
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Passionflower Herb Harvested - July 2011
3,700 pounds of fresh Passionflower herb harvested from a rural area in Missouri arrives at Herbs, Etc. in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Follow the journey from field to processing in the manufacturing facility. (Click here to follow the journey)
International Herb Association - Winter 2011
On the way to the TWHC, I stopped in Santa Fe to visit IHA member Daniel Gagnon at Herbs, Etc. His factory at 1340 Rufina Circle and retail store at 1345 Cerrillos Road are both easily accessible from the I-25. If you're in Santa Fe, Herbs, Etc. is definitely worth a visit.
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May 2011
Recently, Daniel Gagnon, medical herbalist at Herbs, Etc., presented at the Multidisciplinary Approaches to Modern Therapeutics Conference for the Natural Health Products Research Society of Canada in Montreal, Québec, Canada. His presentation was titled: “The Value of Herbalists in Collaborative Research.” Francoise Ruby, a reporter for www.PasseportSante.net <http://www.PasseportSante.net> wrote an account (in French) of the presentation in the May 2011 issue of the online magazine.
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Translated from French:
Herbalists wish to put their expertise to the service of the public and of science.
Herbalists hope that their expertise is going to be taken seriously by health professionals and by researchers who are doing medicinal plant studies.
Herbs, Etc. Donates $2,400 Worth of Products to Help People in Tuscaloosa - April 2011 On April 27, 2011 we saw on TV and read about the devastation that the South hasn’t seen in over 35 years. On that day, 173 separate tornadoes touched down in five separate states killing 292 people. (click here to read more)
Daniel Gagnon recognized for his impact on furthering knowledge and understanding of botanicals and their uses - March 2011 During the annual meeting of the American Herbal Products Association in March, 2011, members of the Expert Advisory Council, including Daniel Gagnon of Herbs, Etc., received the association's Herbal Insight Award. These awards are presented to individuals and companies that made a substantive, positive contribution to the herbal products industry.
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Whole Foods Magazine - Immune Health Article - November 2010 The Health of our Immune System is in large part predicated on the presence of nutrients. There's a multitude of natural solutions. Led by industry experts, we'll take an in-depth look at what makes immunity work at every stage of human life.
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Daniel Gagnon, Chief Medical Herbalist, visits
Tesuque Pueblo Farm for the harvest - September 2010
Natural Product Marketplace Article - Give Shoppers the Green Light - September 2010
If you're into green foods or wanting to know the myriad of health
benefits in taking green supplements, this informative article will
explain it all.
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Editor's Pick: Deep Sleep Tincturee - April 2010 This month, our Editor's Pick will help you catch zzzs.
By The Herb Companion Staff
If you find yourself restless in bed, try an eyedropperful of Herbs, Etc.'s Deep Sleep in a glass of water before bed. This tincture is made with fresh, unprocessed herbs, including California poppy, valerian, passionflower, chamomile flower and lemon balm.
For the past 2 years, staff at the small herb company Herbs, Etc., has been preparing for an inspection of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In hopes of being GMP-compliant, many of the 27 employees have attended GMP seminars and webinars, thoroughly read and reread FDA's GMP rule, and discussed the rule section-by-section in weekly meetings. Additionally, they have upgraded certain aspects of the company's operations, including the hiring of a new full-time employee to review and approve manufacturing documentation for quality assurance purposes. Though it has been a tremendous amount of work, Daniel Gagnon, owner of the Santa Fe, New Mexico based Herbs, Etc., said he is glad the GMP rule has been implemented.
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Local
Herbal Manufacturer Helps Los Angeles Fire Evacuees at Shelters - September 2009
Herbs
Etc. Donates Herbal Relief Medicines.Santa Fe, September - - As
the fires rage around the canyons of Los Angeles, thousands
of people are forced to evacuate their homes and seek relief at
local shelters set up by the Red Cross. Suffering from smoke inhalation
and irritated lungs, evacuees at two area high schools, set up as
shelters, are finding a different kind of relief.
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International
Herb Association Summer 2009 article
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Herbs, Etc. ends 2008 with Accolades and Increase in Sales - January 2009 Herbs, Etc. ends 2008 with Accolades and Increase in Sales.While 2008 saw the advent of a world wide economic collapse, one company here in Santa Fe, New Mexico braced for the challenges. Herbs, Etc. was recognized as a leader in both effective herbal medicinal products as well as an environmentally conscious manufacturing facility.
Herbs, Etc. embraced the idea of creating a smaller footprint long before sustainability became such a buzzword in today's business practices. They have been incorporating the motto "Reduce - Reuse - Renew" in their manufacturing procedures since 1989. A few months ago, Herbs, Etc. was contacted by the publishing company that published the Whole Earth Catalogue back in 1969. They are gathering data for their newest book, Whole Green Catalogue and wanted Herbs, Etc. to be highlighted in their section on sustainable manufacturing facilities that have incorporated renewable methods in their practices. For Herbs, Etc, this was quite an honor to be recognized in the soon-to-be-released source guide.
Herbs
Etc.'s Astragalus and Goldenseal products use in University
of Texas - Houston Medical School Immune System study - 2008
Clement-Kruzel S, Hwang SA, Kruzel MC, Dasgupta A, Actor JK. 2008.
Immune modulation of macrophage pro-inflammatory response by Goldenseal
and
Astragalus extracts. Journal of Medicinal Food. 11(3):493-498.
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HerbDay Schedule - October 2008 October 13th 10:00am to 3:00pm
HerbDay
USA celebrates the importance of herbs and herbalism in America.
The goal of this event is to raise public awareness about the
significance
of herbs in our lives and the many ways herbs can be used safely
and creatively for health, beauty care, and culinary enjoyment.
We believe
informed use of herbal products helps us maintain personal choice
in the use of botanicals as a health care option. Held at Herbs,
Etc. in Santa Fe:10:00am Rejuvenation Through Liver Cleansing
with Linda
King.11:00am One Hundred and One Remedies for Arthritis with Tim
Gautchier. 12:00pm Local Plant Identification with Joshua Laurenzi.1:00pm
Herbs
for the Menstrual Cycle: A Talk for Mothers and Daughters with Buffy
Siedel.2:00pm Herbal Approach to Strong and Calm Nerves with Daniel
Gagnon.All talks are free and will be held at Herbs, Etc. 1345 Cerrillos
Road, Santa Fe.For more information call 505-982-1265 or visit www.herbsetc.com and www.herbday.org.
Calendula
- Herb of the Year 2008 May 2008
International Herb Association Medical
Uses of Calendula Calendulaofficinalis L. [Asteraceae]
Daniel Gagnon, Medical Herbalist RH (AHG)
Synonyms: Calendula
is often called marigold by the layperson. Unfortunately this
name may lead it to be confused with Marigold (Tagetes
erecta et al.), an herb with different medicinal properties.
It is also called Caltha officinalis, Golds, Mary Gowles,
Oculus Christi, Pot Marigold, Pot Marygold, Ruddes.
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American
Herbal Products Association - 2007
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The
American Herbal Products Association, an organization that exists
to promote the responsible commerce of herbal products,
celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2007. AHPA has honored Daniel
Gagnon, owner of Herbs, Etc. and medical herbalist, for his service
to their organization as a former board chair (1998) and Herbs,
Etc. as a member in good standing for 20-plus years.
Herbs,
Etc., Inc. Pledges Funds for Botanical Safety Handbook Revision - August 2007 The
American Herbal Products Association's Foundation for Education
and Research on Botanicals (AHPA ERB Foundation) recently received
a $10,500 pledge from Herbs, Etc. to help fund the revision of the
Botanical Safety Handbook. (click
here to read more)
Herbs,
Etc., Inc. announces the release of Bug Itch ReLeaf® and
Ivy Itch ReLeaf® - June 2007 Summer
is rapidly approaching and with it comes outdoor fun. Are you
prepared for bug bites, poison ivy, and other summer skin conditions?
Herbs, Etc. announces two new convenient products: Bug Itch
ReLeaf for
insect stings or bites and Ivy Itch ReLeaf® for
contact irritation from poison ivy, oak or sumac. No messy creams
or rubs – just
spray and feel the relief. Available in 1/4 oz. spray bottles.
Buy one of each today – summer’s waiting for you.
Herbs,
Etc., Inc. announces the release of Allergy ReLeaf® System - March 2007 Just
in time for spring allergy season, Herbs, Etc., Inc. announces
the release of Allergy ReLeaf® System, combining two powerful
products in one convenient package! Allertonic® and
Quercetin AllerReLeaf® work together to calm eyes, sinus, lungs and
gastrointestinal tissues, while stabilizing respiratory and digestive
systems and easing environmental and seasonal challenges.
Read
the ABC News Report about allergies. (click
here)
Nip
that "bug" in the bud herbal
solutions for colds and flu - October 2006 You wake up with a sore throat, a runny nose, and achy joints. Your
brain feels like it’s swimming in cotton, and your stomach
is off
kilter. You are experiencing the first signs of a cold or flu. Unless
you take care of these early symptoms promptly, by the end of the
day, you will be another statistic.
Each
year Americans suffer approximately a billion colds and
spend several billion dollars in over-the-counter (OTC) cough
and
cold medications. Between 10,000 and 20,000 individuals—almost
all of them elderly, newborns, or chronically ill—die annually
from
flu complications, usually pneumonia. And it’s estimated that
15
million workdays a year are lost in the U.S. due to colds or flu. Read Entire Article
Cranberries
and Urinary Tract Infections - October 2006 It’s
not just an old wives’ tale – cranberries
are powerful medicine against urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Cranberries
prevent and treat UTIs in several ways, including increasing
acidity of urine and preventing adhesion of E. coli to uroepithelial
cells in the bladder. Research reviews have concluded there is
evidence
that cranberry juice may decrease the number of UTIs in women.
“
Cranberries and blueberries contain antioxidant conpounds and a
sugar (Mannose) that help to prevent the formation of new bacterial
colonies in the urinary tract,” noted Neil Levin, CCN, nutrition
educator with NOW foods.
Clinical
trials have shown cranberry juice can reduce the risk of UTIs
and the bacterial adherence of E.
coli strains, and cranberry
tablets (as Cran-Max®, from Proprietary Nutritionals) may
be an equally effective treatment as juice at just half the
cost.
Daniel
Gagnon, medicinal herbalist and owner of Herbs, Etc., Inc., developed
CranBladder ReLeaf® to support urinary
tract health. He noted, “Healthy bladder walls are conducive
to healthy bladder tissues by supporting the secretion of bacterial
anti-adherence
factors. This formula stimulates the urinary immune system,
slightly acidifies the urine and tones the urinary passages”.
Herbs,
Etc. is a Proud Key Sponsor of HerbDay 2007 - October 13
HerbDay
is a worldwide event celebrating the importance of herbs and
herbalism in our everyday lives. HerbDay 2007 aims to raise
public awareness about the significance of herbs and the many
ways they can be used safely, effectively and creatively for
health, beauty care, and culinary enjoyment. We, at Herbs,
Etc., believe that greater exposure to herbs leads to educated,
knowledgeable
usage of herbal products. HerbDay 2007 aspires to build public
support for maintaining personal choice in the use of botanicals,
herbal medicines and health.
Next
year's event will be celebrated Saturday, October 11, 2008. www.HerbDay.org
Poison
Ivy Press Release - June 2006
Global Warming Brings Itchier Poison Ivy
Global
warming may one day be the cause of more than melting icecaps
and homeless polar bears. Increased levels of CO2 in
the atmosphere could also lead to increased growth of poison
ivy in a more lethal form, according
to a recently released
study from Duke University. The six-year study, conducted in a forest near
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, created CO2 levels that
were some 20 parts per million more than the current norm, levels that are
predicted to become a global
reality by the year 2050. The poison ivy growth in the areas where the study
was done surged some 150%. Studies in tropical forests already report an increase
in woody vines of which poison ivy is included.
Poison
ivy affects 350,000 Americans alone each year, according to an
article written by Brian Handerk for National Geographic News,
who reported on the Duke study. Approximately 80% of all people
are allergic to poison ivy and experience a red, bumpy, itchy
and sometimes blistering skin rash when they come into contact
with urushiol, the plant’s carbon-based active compound.
The Duke study showed that the fast-growing carbon-dioxide enhanced
poison ivy vines contain a stronger strain of urushiol, which
could prove to be even more poisonous to humans.
Herbs
Etc.’s Ivy Itch ReLeaf® spray
stimulates healing for outbreaks of poison ivy or poison oak and
soothes irritated skin caused by insect bites or stinging nettles.
Packaged in a handy 1-oz. size, Ivy Itch ReLeaf® can
easily be tossed in a backpack or summer first aid kit for use
when hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities