Tinctures Vs Extracts and What is the Difference
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I used vodka mostly, some with rum and always dried herbs for my tinctures. The one I use the most is feverfew for shoulder pain and the taste is nasty, but it works. Technically I guess, my flavored extracts are really tinctures because I use rum with vanilla beans and vodka with my other flavors such as coffee. I found this one very interesting. Many Blessings!
May I ask what a person would tincture coffee for?
@@lauriepayseur5897 I use it as flavoring for cakes
I, too, soak vanilla beans in rum (spiced rum) for vanilla extract. Delish!
I used to use Alcohol 🍷 but since I no longer drink 🍹 alcohol 🍷 I am now using Glycerin or Oxymel with Vinegar!
I've been watching videos at Homegrown Herbalist, and he says the tinctures have a virtually unlimited shelf life. I also read somewhere (MAYBE Rosemary Gladstar but not sure) that when using fresh herbs you should allow them to wilt first, just to reduce the moisture level. I maybe shouldn't be putting information out there, since I just started learning about herbal remedies about a month ago...that's my disclaimer.
I honestly think the reason there is so much confusion and every herbalist has a different answer is because it either depends on where they got their information or it is simply opinion. I have my own opinions on it all and try to make that clear. I experiment with more "unconventional" ways (because they do not follow the popular herbalist guidelines) and I find what works for us and I have learned a lot by thinking outside the box
Good job sharing what you’re learning! Keep sharing, it helps you solidify your education and it helps others to focus on what they need to research for themselves and thus you are spurring herbalism education! Just remember to always find three independent resources to answer your questions, or to identify herbs and their medicinal components.
One more thing I wanted to add is if you have someone that needs a tincture and literally can not take the taste (I call my hubby a baby when he does this, lol) Directly before he consumes certain ones I will put the tincture into capsules until I’ve given him the full dose… now you can NOT pre make these as they will dissolve into a puddle and be wasted but you’ve got long enough to fill it, hand it, swallow it… sometimes he has to take five or six capsules but as long as he doesn’t taste it he’s good!
That's just precious and so cute 🥰🥰🙏 Kendra
@@kmiller6002 and he’s sitting there complaining that I am being extra making him take all this “stuff”. Im just like “you’re healthy, you’re WELCOME!”
And then sometimes im like “can you NOT be 4 today!” 😂😂 he’s a big strong guy, why make remedies be the thing that you fall down on! We have a great relationship. He tortures me with whimpering I torture him by not letting it stop me from keeping him healthy. I also tell him… “just take it, I kinda like ya and I wanna keep ya!”
@@lauriepayseur5897 That's too funny 🤣🤔
Calling a man a baby… Woah, sending prayers…
This is a great video. I've been wondering this same thing about what the difference is. Thank you Heidi!!❤️
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Thank you for leading us out of the fog!
I thoroughly enjoy your educational content Heidi… you are a Treasure indeed ✨
Tincture vs Extract
Tinctures and extracts are both concentrated forms of herbal remedies, but they differ in their preparation, ingredients, and uses. Here are the key differences:
Tincture:
Preparation:
Tinctures are made by soaking herbs in a solvent, typically alcohol or a mixture of alcohol and water, for a few weeks.
The alcohol extracts the active compounds from the herbs and acts as a preservative.
Ingredients:
The primary solvent is usually alcohol, but glycerin or vinegar can be used as alternatives.
The herb used can be fresh or dried.
Concentration:
Tinctures generally have a lower concentration of active compounds compared to extracts.
The typical ratio of herb to solvent in tinctures is 1:5 or 1:10 (weight/volume).
Usage:
Tinctures are typically taken orally in small doses, often diluted in water or another liquid.
They are used for a wide range of medicinal purposes, depending on the herb used.
Shelf Life:
Due to the alcohol content, tinctures have a long shelf life, often several years.
Extract:
Preparation:
Extracts are made by using solvents such as alcohol, water, glycerin, or oil to pull out the active compounds from herbs.
The process can involve various methods, including cold extraction, hot extraction, or using pressure.
Ingredients:
The solvent can vary widely, including alcohol, water, glycerin, or even oils.
Concentration:
Extracts are typically more concentrated than tinctures.
The herb to solvent ratio can be much higher, such as 1:1 or 1:2, leading to a stronger product.
Usage:
Extracts can be used in various forms, including liquid extracts, powders, or capsules.
They are often used for more potent and targeted therapeutic effects.
Shelf Life:
The shelf life of extracts varies depending on the solvent used, but alcohol-based extracts have a long shelf life similar to tinctures.
Summary:
Tinctures are typically alcohol-based, less concentrated, and have a long shelf life. They are used for general health purposes and are taken in small doses.
Extracts can be made with various solvents, are more concentrated, and can be tailored for specific therapeutic effects. They come in different forms and have varying shelf lives.
The choice between a tincture and an extract depends on the desired potency, the method of administration, and the specific health needs.
With the darker alcohols like bourbon and rum, those are usually aged in wooden barrels , hence the color and flavor. The alcohol has already gone through one extraction by the time it gets to the shelf so it's kind of like a full stomach that can't comfortably take more food. It can take flavor added to it of course but I don't think an individual would get the full benefit from it like one would with vodka or glycerin.
Interesting.
Khroma's information on extracts and tinctures goes against conventional herbal wisdom. Tinctures, as a general rule, are more potent than extracts, which is why tinctures are usually drop dosage and extracts require a larger dose. With tinctures you are getting both alcohol and water soluble constituents. Solvents used for extracts are only pulling out the water soluble constituents. Tinctures also have a longer shelf life than extracts. I highly suspect that they are saying extracts are more potent and last longer because it looks like they only sell extracts. It appears to me that they may be giving false information to promote their own products.
It all depends on where you get your information. When I first started youtube over 6 years ago I had believed tinctures are stronger but then had people coming in correcting me and telling me extracts are stronger and I have looked it up in other places and came across that same information so it is not just that one place. Generally speaking, I still believe most tinctures can be stronger but it all depends on just how you make them and what you are making
I'll tell y'all what has been a wonderfully helpful resource for me...and I'm pretty sure I learned of it from Heidi. It's Leslie Taylor's website (and book), The Healing Power of Rainforest Herbs. All the info that is in the book, is on the website (freely), by the way. I got the book, too, because I don't expect to have the Internet forever. ;)
Anyway, her book/website has a section about how to prepare herbal remedies, which is very clear. The different methods she explains are: infusions, decoctions, tinctures, macerations, poultices and compresses, baths and bathing remedies.
I can't recommend her book/website highly enough! Between Heidi and Leslie Taylor, I've found courage and gained confidence to wade into this (formerly) scary non-pharmaceutical world! :)
What is the website for Leslie?
I literally just made a rosemary tincture. I watched this and learned I actually mad an extract! Thank you for clarification, as I was confused on this subject as well!
So my rosemary "tincture" is actually an extract? Go figure! Shalom and Blessings!
Very true!
Any amount differs due to a number of reasons just like any medical professional would use!
Body weight, tolerance, age, physical condition!
It’s important to understand this and if a beginner to start of small w/ self medicating!
I don't know where they got the idea that a vodka tincture has limited shelf life. I know of someone that has a poke root tincture over 15 years old and it's still going strong. I'll also bottle my tinctures and a couple I've just forgotten about or haven't gotten around to decanting yet and one is a peppermint that's two years old and is super strong. When I make a tincture I've always been overly cautious of the volatile oils so I never used dried plant matter, only fresh. Too many water and alcohol soluble components are lost when dried. Using everclear for a tincture is closing in to a pharmaceutical but can also drive people away from making their own medicine because of the math and ratios. Some get discouraged and others kind of neurotic about what is supposed to be a very easy process when using vodka. By the time you're done with the everclear and adding water back to it to make it safe for consumption you end up with a alcohol and water ratio of 100 proof anyway so just use 80 to 100proof vodka instead.
Yeah, that part was weird plus a couple other things they said. I have never had either a tincture nor an extract go bad.
Thanks for this! I can't find my book on herbal medicine....it's here somewhere! So, thank goodness I have CZcams. I just learned last week that apple cider vinegar and honey used with herbs is called an oxymel. I made a cough syrup with those, lemon balm, mint, ginger. It is quite tasty, but that vinegar really burns on the way down! I think I'll try wine, although I don't like/buy wine, but I do live in wine country, and it would be better than vinegar. Although I do enjoy switchel, haymaker punch, etc., in ginger ale or iced tea when doing hard work outside in summer.
Right now, I'm learning about comfrey, and have a comfrey poultice on my knee.
I’ve been using my homemade wine to make wild lettuce extracts for pain, and I got the idea from you, so thanks!
Thanks for the video I am thinking about making my own wine. Thanks for all of your information I always enjoy you guy's.
Thank You Mrs Heidi for clarifying this.. I was very confused before. Everyone stay safe and God Bless you and your families from middle GA 🙏 Kendra
Knowledge is power.
Thanks again Heidi for sharing this video very helpful and useful video
I'm ashamed to say, math is NOT my strong suit, and I've followed you for 3 years now and greatly respect what you do Heidi, what ratio of water to alcohol would you use if you were to make a Licorice root tincture, when you only have a 40% Potato Vodka, our ND has my hubby on a tincture twice daily for his severe LOW blood pressure and it's $30.00 for a 100 ml bottle, which only lasts him about a week, we're seniors and that's well over $100 per month...I purchased some dried Licorice root at our local Health Food Store here in Canada. ANY help would be greatly appreciated. Blessings
If I was making a tincture with vodka, I would not mix it with water. Just use plain vodka. If you want you can mix some raw honey in to improve the flavor or even do a mix of half and half
❤your channel and the fact that you don't have a problem showing how you grow in you practice. Plus, you are thorough and that means everything when learning. Thanks for what you do!
Good informational video , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Hi Heidi thank you for the video!
Just found your channel and looking forward to learning alot; thank you!
You will! Heidi is a deep, deep well of information and inspiration 😊
OH....on another note....I FINALLY found some Nasturtium seeds! I've been wanting some since seeing you talk about them, oh so long ago....but have never been able to find any, either plants or seeds. Well, I came across them on Amazon (of all places) from David/s Garden Seeds. I'm waiting for them to arrive (the seed packages), and ordered a pack of Jewel Mix, and a pack of Alaska Mix. They're "heirloom" and "non-GMO"...and I hope all that's true! They may not take, but hubby's the gardener/farmer in the house, so he'll start them when the time's right. I'm just excited to have found them! 🤩
I have on a few occasions purchased David's organic heirloom seeds and have been happy with them.
They need cold stratification before planting
@@OO-iw1vx that may depend on location but I never stratify my seeds and have no problem getting the to grow the next year and these are seeds I bring in during late summer
Wow, I think I'm going to start making wine, extracts and tinctures now no joke. I'll be using your videos too! Thanks!
I use an organic grape alcohol (pricy!) and adjust the water content depending on the plant I'm tincturing. I try to avoid alcohols with either GMOs, gluten, or glyphosate, etc... I usually just do a folk method but was taught 1:2 ratio for fresh herbs and 1:5 for dried. I think different extraction methods will extract different constituents of the plants. I am a novice at this. Thank you for your helpful videos!
After viewing 4 or 5 of your videos, I am subscribing. Great info.
At first, I was confused but as I watched and then replayed it a second time I really learned a lot. I make all my flavorings using either Vodka or Bourbon and called them extracts. Now I know different.
Frankie
If you go nitpicking you made and extract, may be not to the today official definition, but the alcohol extracted the flavor😉
Great information as always
Heidi, what good information! Thank you, Heidi, for the clarification on both. I myself Heidi, I always go small too!!! Thank you for the Link and I am going to go read.
Thanks for making this video as I too have been confused. This helps clear things up. Saved for future use. Have a great day!
Thanks Heidi 😊
Thank you for the clear and edifying presentation.
I made one with newstrishem and maple syrup and it doesn't tist bad I did gave a little bit to one of my grandchildren today and he did take it noproblen
I love this video Heidi. This is great information. I will be studying links too.💕💓💕
I'm interested in your recommended dosing. Everything I've seen for tinctures and extracts it's recommended to take drops not anything as large as a teaspoon. Understanding it differs for each person. I was just surprised. Thank you for this video.
Drops is usually in reference to taking a tincture made with a high proof alcohol such as EverClear or even a high proof vodka. Since I typically use a homemade wine and honey solvent, we take higher doses
That's great you are very honest. God play you too
I’ve heard that tinctures with at least 100 proof alcohol are shelf stable as they don’t go bad. Lower grades of alcohol can go bad due to water verse alcohol content
Yes, that is what "they" say but vinegar and wine are also good preservatives and I have had some sitting for years without issue
I thought you had it backwards. You mixed me up for a bit. Maybe go back and put a note on your old videos? You're one of the first people I started watching❤❤❤
Even in comments here you can see that someone thinks I still have it backwards. I cannot win! haha
@@RainCountryHomestead I still love watching you. You are very mellow and calm and that is so nice nowadays. I have learned so much from you.❤
Sublingually is sometimes the best way to get it but also you can put things on your skin they will absorb through your skin The bottom of your back and right at your neck and upper back . Also mix with dmso it goes through the blood brain barrier with a DMSO and also Knowing what minerals and vitamins are in these herbs and knowing the symptoms of the deficiencies will let you know what herbs that you need and also keep in mind looking for pre and probiotics within the herbs
And also you're amazing I want to let you know that thank you so much for all you do You've helped me a lot
I was thinking of making my own tincture🎉
I've been buying evereclear and watering it down (with distilled water) to about 40% ABV. I get about two and a half bottles-worth of "vodka" for about the same price. I'd love to make my own wine (or my own moonshine), but I'm not in a position to do so yet. I guess if I had the space, I'd be doing supercritical CO2 extractions, by-passing the alcohol entirely.
YES! I was watching this video and guess what, when you started talking about quercetin, etc, the video just disappeared; I had to re-search it again! Hmm
Love the explanation!! Thanks so much.
If I make an extract with just vinegar should I use all vinegar or add some water to the vinegar? I'll be using Braggs organic apple cider vinegar. Ty! Great video!
I would suggest straight vinegar or mix it with honey for better flavor
Thanks for the video, I have a few tinctures going currently and I’m concerned because my rations are very off. Last July I foraged some ghost pipe and fill a mason jar with it and topped it with vodka. Wondering if I can salvage it with extra vodka and re-bottling it with the appropriate ratio? Or just leave it alone and take a smaller does because it might be too potent?
I see no problem with that, you just take less of it is all
I found some ghost pipe also, never used it yet is it good?
Just asked about mead extracts...same question for tinctures
From what I understand, it is not a tincture unless you use at least vodka or a higher proof alcohol
Would the dosage vary if you are taking a tincture or extract for preventative uses rather than treating an existing condition?
Depends on what it is, usually one would take less but not necessarily
Thanks for the wonderful knowledge.
My question is....During extraction, is there a chance of mold growing under the cover/cap, and how do you keep this from happening.
Thanks for your time.
That would depend on the solvent being used or if the material is up out of the solvent but I have never had this happen and it is pretty unlikely
Just found you and have been watching so many of you videos do to not being able to sleep. Wondering what your growing zone you are in, please.
I have started your raisin vinegar, you are an absolute inspiration. Thank you
Do you have any of your skirts for sale??
My growing ZONE is 8b but that says very little about my climate. Zone only refers to winter hardiness. Example. Parts of the south are in 8b but the climate there is opposite ours so they have many things they can grow well that we cannot in our cool and very, very, very, wet climate, and vice versa.
Sorry, no skirts for sale as I am currently healing up from a knee injury and sewing on a treadle is very slow going without both my legs. However, whenever I get back into sewing, you would still need to be on the email list to even get a chance at a skirt as they sell out as soon as I finish them, which is why I never have any in stock. If you would like to be on this list. please email me at raincountryhomestead@gnail.com and let me know you want to be put on the skirt list. I will also send you a full product list of what we make.
Heidi, I've always used moonshine (I live in the Ozarks, lol), but have recently started making my own honey mead. Can I make extracts with that?
Yes. I often use my mead for those as well
I gotta watch this again, because, as you mentioned, this info seems backward to how I've been understanding the subject. Granted, I'm new to this, but now I'm more confused!
I followed a gal's "recipe" to make a spruce tip "tincture"....filled a quart jar with the fresh spruce tips, then filled the jar with EverClear. That was back in the spring, when the tips were young and tender. After a couple of months, I strained some into a small dropper bottle, then left the rest in the jar, just as it was, and it's still sitting in my cupboard.
As an aside, hubby likes us to use EC, primarily because it's supposed to last forever. However, when I strained some into the dropper, I only filled it half full, then topped it off with distilled water. That was using 190-proof EC. I'd rather add regular vodka, so I don't need to dilute it...thus one less thing to remember! ;)
So, did I make a tincture or extract??? And did I damage the tender tips by using EC?
High proof alcohol = Tincture. That is the one thing I believe I have always been right on. As far as damage, I really do not know, much of that is hypothesis and I would not know what all falls under that though I would feel that all woody type items would be fine.
As far as how long they last, I currently have a little elderberry tincture I make back in 2015 or2016 from vodka and it is still good. I have made extracts from honey and wine that have sat for years as well, no problem
@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you! All that you said is what I was thinking. But, khroma seems to have some subtle differences. *shrug*
@@darleneschreiber9415 yes, because I do not fully agree with them on all points
Another question I forgot to ask. Could you you use half homemade vinegar half honey to extract ? And what would be the shelf life ?
Yes and I would think it should be indefinite if stored in an airtight bottle or jar
I use vodka or brandy which the brandy is a milder taste but has the same effect
Yes, brandy, rum, tequila, whiskey can all be used
If taking Licorice is the root powder as effective as the tinctures? Thanks
try a vinegar-based one sometime, it may work. when you consider it is 0.5% alcohol for some the honey-based is not acceptable ... thus to make it acceptable, dilute it with water 12:1 or 16:1
Yes, I used to make homemade vinegar solvent extracts and they work great but taste terrible. An oxymel of 1:1 honey and vinegar tastes good and can work quite well for those who need to avoid alcohol. I still prefer the 3:1 homemade wine and raw honey for myself
yes honey will help the flavor ... personally I attempt to keep less than 15 carbs per day
@@michaelsallee7534 Not sure why that would matter with a medicinal extract you are only taking when you need it which in our case is usually once or twice a year. However, each person needs to do what works best for t hem, cut out what they cannot have and use what they can.
excess carbs are carbs. to those that limit this amount, it does matter. the thought cheating is still cheating ... not the rationalization
Have used dried stevia for taste? If you have what is your view of the taste?
I personally do not use stevia at all nor any non nutritive sweetener. For extracts I will stick to raw honey or maple syrup. It is not that stevia is bad but for one, I am not crazy about the flavor and it does, like any non nutritive sweetener, have its no so good side. I actually have a video coming out in a few weeks where I cover these things
I'm just starting but afraid to start because I don't want to do it wrong. I don't live in an area or have all those resources you have as far as home made and or grown items. I wish I could find a really good recipe and process book to help me with the limited resources I have to work with
The thing is there is really no wrong way to make an extract. It is about making sure you use the right herb or solvent that is best for you and your family. Mine are all very unique and I never follow anyone else's recipes.
@@RainCountryHomestead I have vodka (but we're not alcohol drinkers) so when I make things they'll be specifically for medicinal purposes only. That's what I'm a little nervous about
@@audreylopez3851 I understand as I am the same but that is one reason to start small
@@audreylopez3851 I also am not a drinker. I just don’t like it but I make all the medicinals with vodka as even otc medicine tastes like crap… and just deal with it when I need it (not often). I have approximately 50 tinctures, 30+ oil infusions, and several honey infusions going. Just jump in. Trust that your intentions are pure and you will DEF do better for your family than big pHARM-a just with the intention alone! Trust yourself. 😊
@@lauriepayseur5897 Thank you. You give me courage. I just don't want to accidentally hurt or harm my family so I will very cautiously
Can't I just powder the plants and eat in my meals? Mix into butter or cream cheese or yogurt?
Yes, there are many ways to take herbs but trust me, you do not want to do that with all of them. Herbs like feverfew are VERY bitter and would ruin the flavor of anything you put it in. Also extracts can be best when needing a strong dose as they can be more powerful. In most cases I like to make teas out of my herbs and I have many videos on that as well as other ways to use herbs both medicinally and nutritionally but that is not what THIS video is about.
@@RainCountryHomestead Thanks, I'll watch you other videos too.
Thank you for this video Heidi.
I recently subscribed and I already learning so much from you.
According to the Homegrown Herbalist it doesn't really matter how u get the herbs in u as long as u get them in. Some people only make a salve and apply it topically. I'm pretty new to it all but that makes sense to me. I'm not sure if that is with all herbs but I think just getting them in however one can is better than not getting any 🤷♀️.
Hi Can you let me know which one of your videos helps me make a tincture with rum and honey. I am new to this and have made 1 plantain tincture with vodka. Have never drunk vodka so not sure if I would like it or not. I can easily get spiced rum. I need plain rum don't I can you recommend a brand in Northern Ireland that is plain. I also want it to add to a rumtoppf. Thanks for a wonderful video its very good. Have not clicked on your links yet to watch them. Ruth
I only use rum for making vanilla extract because of the flavor it adds but never use it for making medicinal extracts because of the cost and I rarely even use vodka for those. But, to learn more about any video I mentioned, please make sure to go ahead and click on the video links I provided in the description box
I made the antibiotic extract after watching your video. I used vodka. It does work but it tastes horrible. I really wish I'd used something other than vodka. I've been trying to figure out a way to make it taste more tolerable.
Wine and honey have been a great combination for me
I’ll be honest 95 percent of all my tinctures are with vodka 80p on dried plant material and 100p on fresh plant material… yes they taste awful but I don’t recall any big pHARM-a meds that tasted so hot either so when/if I need one I just suck it up and get it over with. Now tea is a different animal. Newer to those… can find anything so far that I like the taste of to be sipping on before bed. Please help😊
@@lauriepayseur5897 May not be what you are looking for but I have been dealing with chest congestion and coughing for a couple weeks now, mostly at night. I have a cup or two of thyme tea (a few sprigs of thyme, some lemon and honey) before bed. No coughing. No heaviness in my chest. It actually tastes good too. Prior to this, my nightly tea was a few of my dried chamomile, a few dried orange peel pieces and honey.
Hope that helps!
@@ccwriter2544 yes it does thanks so much
What kind of store bought wine would you recommend? White like a Chardonnay?
The most natural and organic kind you can find. Otherwise, the type does not matter
@@RainCountryHomestead Thanks
Does anyone know the best way to extract dry rice, please?
Thank you Heidi!
I'm not a fan of vodka either. I think if I was going make a tincture, I'd probably use tequila.😄 Go figure.
Love and blessings! 💜
Once I finally use up the vodka I have, it is going to be Spiced Rum for me for when I am wanting a tincture :)
Any 80 proof alcohol will do a decent job on most herbs, 100 proof a bit better. But there are herbs that are more acid ie vinegar suitable. No I do not recall which ones.
@@RainCountryHomestead ohhh I didn’t know you could make them with spiced rum! Which ones would you use with rum😊
@@lauriepayseur5897 a vanilla extract is good with spiced rum.
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I read that article and am completely confused. It says extracts can be stronger than tinctures made with alcohol? Do they last forever? Oh my.... so confused now!!!
Yes, I have read that too but it really depends on how they are made and the amount of material added. However, one does not really need to be precise about measurements despite claims of those who feel the need to say so. No one way is right for all and each person needs to find what works best for them, which is what I have always done, I never follow anyone's specific recipe. I simply learn about the herbs I need and then put them into practice
@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you. I guess I have to change my mindset. I have learned that I hate the tinctures with everclear and vodka, but I want to create something that (if kept clean) will never go bad. Is there a book that you love to study that could enlighten me more on this subject, because I truly feel quite confused. ;-S I am suffering from a concussion right now, so that might be adding to my brain drain.
@@ttschrock7126 While I do have herbal books that I recommend, when it comes to creating extracts, I just learn about the herbs and experiment with my own solvent blends, my personal favorite for most being homemade wine and raw honey. In this video I do cover the herbal books I recommend: czcams.com/video/kNA5srbQAuQ/video.html
What is in your pain tincture and the sleep well tincture?
As promised in the video, you will find those links in the description box just below the video screen. Make sure to click on the word "...more" to open it
Rosehips?
What % is the wine?
In my opinion it really does not matter
Can you do a video on just non Alc Tinctures or Extract ?
I already have an old one out on making flavored extracts but the method would be the same except for medicinal extracts I use honey instead of glycerin: czcams.com/video/P9pZUf2x1yM/video.html
I wish you would write a book on your meds, herbs how to make each one how to use each and where to get the best deals on herbs. I would be glad to buy your book !!!
Please listen to the at least the first few minutes of this video: czcams.com/video/xMZJnarDGL8/video.html
Can't touch anything with alcohol - so that is out, best to actually eat the food - possibly in a nutribullet mix.
I believe covered the alcohol free methods and for SOME things, yes, a tincture is best. I would never season my food with feverfew and certain other medicinal herbs because they taste horrible though I will eat them raw when they are growing fresh and I need them but of course, they do not grow all through the year so having my pain remedy extract on hand is important
@@RainCountryHomestead I use a lot of herbal mixtures for kidneys and digestive and they taste horrible (but no alcohol-water pressured). I just put the drops under my tongue and drink the water to wash down.
What about infused oils vs tinctures?
Infused oils are typically used very differently, for example, all of the infused oils I make are for topical rather than internal use
How do tinctures affect the process of breaking down this chemical in the body? I wonder if your bilirubin levels are high.
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I'm still not sure the difference, I make my tinctures with 1:2 ratios and 1:1 ratio, alot of them are way more concentrated than the extracts so I don't think saying the extracts are more concentrated than tinctures is correct, doesn't even really sound like there a difference between the 2
Right, I was thinking the same, it really depends on how one makes them
I've been watching videos on extracts and I have to ask, if you've made an 'extract' for pain, tight muscles, or sleep, but you've used 150+ proof alcohol, did you really make an extract, or are you just flavoring your shot? I can't help but to think the 75 percent-ish of grain alcohol in your 'medicine' is doing the heavy lifting.
I personally never use such high proof alcohols
Hi, I looked at Rums in Asda they have Captain Morgan's Dark rum which is meant to taste Nutty and treacle. I'm thinking of using this rum or would I be better using White Rum Bicardi ? Thanks
I only use spiced rum for making vanilla extract, NOT for making medicinal extracts
Cinchona bark is an antibiotic isn't it?
It is more antiviral. I suggest you check out the video I mentioned and linked to in the description box
you can remove the solvent
What is the non alcoholic version of it
Hello, I am relatively new to your program on CZcams. I have the following question: do you sell home made wine, the one recommended for a solvent?
Sorry, I do not
Can u cook out the alcohol of the tinture? I make chaga tinture, however I cook out the alcohol. I measure out how much goes in, and add the same amount of water with the chaga chunks. With my crock pot takes two days on warm. Works great. I end up with a rich dark liquid that i believe is more concentrated. But I don't know? Thoughts...
Yes, you can cook out the alcohol but I would be concerned about also cooking out the important attributes that give the herbs their medicinal properties. One we be better off making it alcohol free to begin with
Hi Heidi. I am new to the channel. Is there something else besides vodka or everclear to use?
If you have not listened to the full video, please make sure you do as I go over what I use (which is rarely vodka and never everclear) plus give other suggestions
Can I use vegetable glycerin to make my extracts
Yes, 3 parts glycerin to one part water
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Can't you use vodka with dried herbs and still call it a tincture?
Yes, of course
Ever tought of using kefir, honey and put your herbs.....
No, and I personally would not. I will stick to wine as it is higher alcohol content and thus will preserve better
What about cats claw ? How do you make yours ?
I have never used that one myself
I made mine with vodka and I made one with moonshine, but they’re saying that cats claw works best with glycerin. I bought a cat claw made with alcohol. I really liked it.but I’d like to get the most out of the cats claw.
I need a natural antibiotic rather than cats claw or garlic I can’t take garlic though it’s my favorite! It turns into a sulfar (?) antibiotic.
God bless you and your family glad you’re able to watch after your grand babies. That’s great for them. ❤
@Heidi, can your u use any wine or an specific type?
yes
Hi Heidi, please can you help me understand. When you use your wine to extract, doesn't it spoil soon after you open the bottle? If I open wine, it spoils after just 3 days. Where as a vodka tincture never goes bad even after opening the bottle. Does that mean your wine extract is only good for 3 days after opening? I want to make a herbal homemade wine extract but am worried about this.
I have never had wine spoil. The most that will happen is that it will turn to vinegar, which is not spoiled either, but I have yet to have that happen when I keep stored in an airtight container
Hi Heidi,
So with alcohol tincture what would you recommend with dosage to start with ?
And with the extract?
If you are talking about vodka, I would say a 1/2 to 1 teaspoon. If you are using wine. 1 Tablespoon, if you are talking about something like Ever clear, then only a few drops
@@RainCountryHomestead and that I’m assuming is once a day?
You might like She is of the Woods channel.
Yes, I have heard of her many times, I just have very little time for other herbalists channels and when I do seek out information on another channel (which is rare) I go to Amy Fewell. She is a wonderful Christian lady here on youtube and has her own books out, both of which I link to in the description box
@@RainCountryHomestead I watch her too.
Medicine is supposed to taste bad😁 otherwise I would drink it all the time! Everclear is not safe if not diluted properly .
do you still make the colloidal silver machines
Yes and you can contact us at raincountryhomestead@gmail.com for more information.
Do you need nusturshum leaves?
Please be more specific about your question. Do you need them for what?
@RainCountryHomestead in the video it was said "they are sometimes hard to get" my garden is growing a lot of nustirshums right now.
@@intothefoxhole7985 You are asking if I need them? If so, no, I grow them myself as well. I said that because some people do not grow them and cannot access them
Would like to purchase for sleep extract. How do I do this?
I do not sell any of my medicinal extracts but do have videos on how to make them yourself which you will find linked in the description box
Do you sell your products?
We do sell some products but none of my medicinal extracts