Online Education
Herbal Foundations Series
Stop guessing which herbs to take and when. This beginner friendly series gives you clear, practical education so you understand what supports your body and why. Each course focuses on one area of health and connects directly to a corresponding bundle so you can implement what you learn immediately.
Clear Direction
Know which herbs support your specific problem, and why they work.
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Confident Use
Stop guessing dosages, prep methods, and what to take first.
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Simple Routine
Build a simple herbal routine that fits real life, not perfection.
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What You’ll Learn
Practical Education You Can Apply Immediately
Each course breaks down one body system and the herbs that support it in simple, approachable language. You’ll understand how each herb functions in the body, how to prepare it, and how to combine it with other supportive plants.
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Simple education for real life concerns
Explore the Herbal Foundations Series
Calm and Restore
Course 1 — Digestive Support
Learn how certain herbs support gut lining, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion naturally.
draft Lesson 1: Understanding the Gut — Learn how inflammation, stress, and food sensitivities disrupt digestion and how herbs gently support repair.
draft Lesson 2: Dandelion Root — Discover how dandelion stimulates bile flow, supports the liver, and reduces digestive inflammation.
draft Lesson 3: Marshmallow Root — Understand how marshmallow root soothes and protects irritated gut lining.
draft Lesson 4: Slippery Elm & Aloe — Learn how these herbs coat, calm, and support healing in the digestive tract.
draft Lesson 5: Chickweed — Explore how chickweed cools inflammation and supports digestive balance.
draft Lesson 6: Building Your Routine — Learn how to combine these herbs into a simple, consistent digestive support plan.
Strengthen and Defend
Course 2 — Immune Support
Learn how certain herbs support immune response, reduce inflammation, and strengthen the body’s natural defense system.
draft Lesson 1: How Immunity Works — Learn how your immune system responds to stress, illness, and inflammation.
draft Lesson 2: Elderberry — Discover how elderberry supports seasonal immune health and respiratory function.
draft Lesson 3: Echinacea — Understand how echinacea activates immune response during early signs of illness.
draft Lesson 4: Yarrow — Learn how yarrow supports circulation and assists the body during fever.
draft Lesson 5: Garlic — Explore how garlic provides antimicrobial support while strengthening immunity.
draft Lesson 6: Building Your Routine — Learn how to layer immune herbs safely and build a consistent support plan.
Soothe & Support
Course 3 — Inflammation Support
Learn how certain herbs calm inflammation, support joint comfort, and promote long term balance in the body.:
draft Lesson 1: Understanding Inflammation — Learn the difference between acute and chronic inflammation and how herbs help regulate it.
draft Lesson 2: Turmeric — Discover how turmeric supports systemic inflammation and joint comfort.
draft Lesson 3: Goldenrod — Understand how locally growing goldenrod supports inflammation and kidney function.
draft Lesson 4: Plantain — Learn how plantain soothes irritated tissues and supports healing.
draft Lesson 5: Willow Bark — Explore how willow bark provides natural pain support.
draft Lesson 6: Building Your Routine — Learn how to combine herbs into a gentle, consistent anti inflammatory plan.
Cleanse and REbuild
Course 4 — Liver & Kidney Support
Learn how certain herbs support detox pathways, promote filtration, and assist the body’s natural cleansing systems.:
draft Lesson 1: How Detox Works — Learn how the liver and kidneys filter waste and maintain balance.
draft Lesson 2: Dandelion Leaf — Discover how dandelion leaf supports both liver and kidney function.
draft Lesson 3: Nettle — Understand how nettle replenishes minerals while supporting kidney health.
draft Lesson 4: Burdock Root — Learn how burdock supports liver filtration and overall detox pathways.
draft Lesson 5: Red Clover — Explore how red clover gently supports blood purification.
draft Lesson 6: Building Your Routine — Learn how to support detox pathways safely without extreme cleanses.
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“I originally bought the Digestive Support Course and enjoyed it so much that I bought the whole series! Once I started going through the lessons, I realized there were other areas of my health that needed attention too. Learning how everything connects and how easy it is really changed the way I look at herbs. Dandelion is part of my everyday routine now, and I’m so thankful for Melissa’s shared experience!”
— Sarah
Meet your Instructor
Guided by Experience and Education
Melissa Nergard is a certified Herbalist through The Lost Remedies Academy with additional certifications in elderberry, pain support, and natural remedies through Commonwealth Holistic Herbalism. After healing her own digestive issues and supporting her brother through his health journey, she committed to studying herbal medicine deeply so she could teach others in a simple, practical way. Her approach blends lived experience, formal education, and a deep respect for the body’s natural ability to heal when given the right support.
Start small and build from there
How to Begin Your Herbal Journey
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Start With Support
Choose a small batch tincture or seasonal blend that aids a problem you are experiencing right now.
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Learn As You Go
Attend a foraging walk, join an event, or take an online class to understand how herbs work and how to use them confidently.
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Stay Consistent
Join the Grove for ongoing education, get one product each month, and simple guidance so you can keep improving one step at a time.
Start Small. Stay Consistent.
Begin Your Herbal Foundations Today
You do not have to change everything overnight to see progress. Choose the area you want to strengthen, build your understanding, and start supporting your body with clarity and confidence. One course can change the way you look at herbs forever.