Question 1

What does Cura Viriditas mean?

Accepted Answer

Cura stands for care. Viriditas means the greening power of the divine, a term coined by the  German medieval Benedictine abbess Hildegard von Bingen. She used it referring to the healing and vitality giving aspects of nature. Working with Cura Viriditas means working with the care that nature provides for us.

Question 2

How much can I expect to pay for herbs?

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Your monthly cost for herbs will  depend on a variety of factors, one of them being your budget. Herb costs typically range between $30 and $100 per month, but can be lower or higher depending on your unique situation and needs. We work together to ensure costs will stay within your budget and are sustainable. As your protocol changes over time, so will the costs, meaning they usually go down over time.

Question 3

How will I get my herbs?

Accepted Answer

I work with a couple of dispensaries that compound the teas and tinctures I custom formulate for my clients and will ship directly to your door. I will initiate the order at the dispensaries, and you will then be prompted to check out and pay. Depending on your protocol, I may also supply you with links to trusted companies, apothecaries, and farmers to order some of your herbs. For your food herbs and plant needs, shop at your favorite farmer's market and grocery store.

Question 4

Are you getting sales percentage of the herbs I buy?

Accepted Answer

No, I forward all professional discounts I receive 100% to my clients.

Question 5

In what format will I take my herbs?

Accepted Answer

My favorite and most frequently used formats for working with medicinal plants are: as food, teas, tinctures (alcoholic extracts of fresh or dried herbs), glycerites (glycerin extracts of dried herbs),  herbal powders, as well as topical applications like salves and oils.

Question 6

How long will I be working with the herbal protocol?

Accepted Answer

Your protocol will change over time. Many food and food-like herbs can be your allies for life, while others are only meant to support you for a shorter time  of a few weeks to a few months.

Question 7

I am worried the suggested habit changes will be too overwhelming for me.

Accepted Answer

We will partner in determining which changes are feasible and most important for you and your situation at any given time. It is important that you are able to sustain the changes we are implementing, thus we will move at a speed that feels good and doable to you.

Question 8

How long will it take for me to experience noticeable effects and change?

Accepted Answer

This will uniquely depend on your situation, the imbalances, and herbs we are working with,  the pace we are choosing most suitable for you, as well as your commitment to the suggested protocol. Noticeable affects can be anywhere between days, weeks, and in some circumstances months. I will address this in detail during your consultation and in your protocol.

Question 9

How can I work with herbs beyond my consultation package?

Accepted Answer

An important part of my work with clients is to provide education and information regarding quality and ethical herb sourcing - this will include information about what sources and marketplaces to best avoid.

Question 10

Can I make my own herbal remedies?

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Absolutely. Growing your own herbs and making your own herbal remedies is a great way to connect more deeply with the plants. I will gladly guide you and supply you with more information.

Question 11

Who are your adjusted rates for?

Accepted Answer

I offer adjusted rates to all who are not able to afford my full rates due to their living or income circumstances. Please inquire about rate adjustment.

Question 12

Do you practice homeopathy?

Accepted Answer

No. Clinical herbalism and homeopathy are two vastly different disciplines. I neither discourage nor encourage my clients to work with homeopathy.

Question 13

Are you opposed to modern medicine?

Accepted Answer

No, quite the opposite. Modern medicine is indispensable and oftentimes a lifesaver. Your work with me is not  a replacement for professional medical care. I am a scientist at heart and follow the latest research and developments in the medical field with great curiosity and interest.

Question 14

I still have  questions, what shall I do?

Accepted Answer

Please consider booking a free 15-minute discovery call with me, where we can address your questions.

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