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I’m very happy to share that Fayston Forager, LLC is included in Rosemary Gladstar’s latest newsletter! Click here to subscribe to Rosemary Gladstar’s newsletter, and to also check out her Herbs & Earth Awareness site and The Science and Art of Herbalism course.

Also see Helen Ward’s Three Springs Farm as another awesome resource and source for Vermont made herbal products.

Interesting fact: the springs at Helen’s farm, and the spring at my home were likely dug and constructed by the same Vermont farming family. These springs are the source of pristine Vermont spring water used in our processes.

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…and a HUGE shout out to all the front line workers who are keeping us supplied and providing services: Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and be well!!

While the world focuses on the coronavirus pandemic, practicing kindness and gratitude for what we do have is helpful on so many fronts.

One resource that is particularly abundant in our region is Japanese Knotweed (ploygonum cuspidatum), a potent source of resveratrol and more.  It’s healing and antimicrobial (anti-viral/bacterial/fungal/spirochetal) properties have been used for thousands of years. 

Could it be that this plant has become prominent in our landscape right when it can be of help?

This NIH study analyzed the antiviral activities of resveratrol against MERS-CoV infection. The study found that resveratrol is a potent anti-MERS agent in vitro, and can be a potential antiviral agent against MERS-CoV infection in the near future. 

Timothy Lee Scott (2010), in his book Invasive Plant Medicine,  notes that Japanese Knotweed (polygonum cuspidatum) “(It) contains the compounds resveratrol, trans-resveratrol, polydatin, and emodian, which have been shown to possess antimicrobial, anti-infalmmatory, antioxidant, and regenerative properties, and is very good at ridding the body of deep infections and toxins, especially in hard-to-reach places.” (p. 228)

Recently, Stephen Buhner, author of Healing Lyme, and Herbal Antivirals has developed a protocol for this new coronavirus. Japanese Knotweed (polygonum cuspidatum) is an important component, along with other herbs. Here are two links with Buhner’s information on responding to the coronavirus:

Always consult with your health care provider, and do what is best for YOUR body!  Doing all we can to keep a healthy body, mind and spirit is our best defense, and fosters our best response.

Please visit Fayston Forager’s home page to learn more and to purchase Japanese Knotweed Tincture.

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Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Consult your healthcare provider before taking this product. Do not take if pregnant or nursing, or if taking blood thinners.

With the hype about the coronavirus and flu season, there are many natural remedies that can help boost your immune system and ward off infections. It turns out that resveratrol can be an effective aid to add to your “toolkit”.  This NIH publication notes, “Resveratrol is a naturally occurring polyphenolic antioxidant that has received massive attention for its potential health benefits, including anticarcinogenesis, anti-aging and antimicrobial properties.… Resveratrol displays antimicrobial activity against a surprisingly wide range of bacterial, viral and fungal species.” This NIH study analyzed the antiviral activities of resveratrol against MERS-CoV infection. The study found that resveratrol is a potent anti-MERS agent in vitro, and can be a potential antiviral agent against MERS-CoV infection in the near future. 

Locally we have a very potent source of resveratrol (polygonum cuspidatum) readily available via Japanese Knotweed Tincture produced by Fayston Forager, LLC.  Please visit our home page to learn more and find a list of local retailers who carry this product.

Here are more links to check out, if you’re interested:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=30825504

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28193191/?from_term=MERS+resveratrol&from_pos=1

Thank you, and be well!

Japanese Knotweed, a local and potent source of Resveratrol, is a powerful anti microbial and anti inflammatory supplement. It can help ease arthritis pain and swelling associated with inflammation; help ease Lyme symptoms; promote well-being after holiday excesses; and so much more.

A typical adult dosage is a half to full dropperful (20-40 drops) per day. A one ounce bottle contains about 29-30 dropperfuls, which is typically a one to two month supply. Thus, if a one ounce bottle sells for $20, the cost of taking a daily dose is about 34-69 cents per day (online prices have shipping included in costs too). Some sensitive and/or smaller folks only need a quarter dropperful a day to experience benefits.

When fighting infections (such as Lyme), a health care provider may prescribe a higher dosage.

I’ve personally had great success with stopping the onset of a cold or flu by taking two dropperfuls of the Japanese Knotweed tincture every two hours for a half day or so.

Please visit our home page to purchase Japanese Knotweed Tincutre online, or for a list of local shops who carry this locally produced and healing antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory medicinal supplement.

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Ticks prefer moist shady areas and the adult tick is  active throughout the fall months. According to NYS (health.nys.gov) the larger adult tick emerges in fall, with a peak in October through November. Both male and female adults find and feed on a host during this time. This site also notes ticks can be active when ground temperatures are 45 degrees or higher.

Thus, it’s important to be Tick-Aware throughout the autumn months. See this link (https://www.healthvermont.gov/disease-control/tickborne-diseases/prevent-tick-bites-tickborne-diseases) for tips to minimize exposure to ticks. Also, find Fayston Forager Natural Tick Repellent at many local shops (see faystonforager.com for more information and where to find products).

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria transmitted by ticks and can reek havoc with your body. Locally, we have a potent source of Resveratrol available via the Japanese Knotweed Tincture produced by Fayston Forager. According to https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/30825504/ “Resveratrol displays antimicrobial activity against a surprisingly wide range of bacterial, viral and fungal species.” This site also notes “Resveratrol is a naturally occurring polyphenolic antioxidant that has received massive attention for its potential health benefits, including anticarcinogenesis, anti-aging and antimicrobial properties.”  Japanese Knotweed has become an important component of many Lyme treatment protocols. Look for the orange labels and learn more at by clicking our home page link above. 

Japanese Knotweed Tincture, a potent and local source of resveratrol, can be effective at reducing inflammation in your body. According to this article, ” Japanese Knotweed (polygonum cuspidatum) improves inflammation and alleviates oxidative stress. Chronic inflammation is a contributing factor of age-related diseases and conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular and autoimmune diseases (3). Inflammation and oxidative stress go hand-in-hand in that the inflammatory process induces oxidative stress, which in turn reduces the antioxidant defense system.” A 2010 study with 20 adults taking Japanese Knotweed/polygonum cuspidatum resulted in a significant reduction in all the testing parameters for oxidative and inflammatory stress (4).

Visit the home page above to learn more, order online, and find your Vermont source of locally wild-harvested, old-growth Japanese Knotweed Tincture, made carefully in small batches, with healing intent, following Stephen Buhner (author of Healing Lyme) protocols.

The resveratrol in Japanese Knotweed (and other plants) is known for its anti-aging properties. “Reverse-it-all” is how some choose to pronounce “resveratrol”. Is it coincidence that as Vermont’s population ages, we have an abundance of a substance that can perhaps ease the discomforts of aging? According to Web MD/resveratrol, early research on resveratrol suggests it might help protect against heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and diabetes. (Note that Japanese Knotweed is also called Polygonum cuspidatum, and Fallopia japonica. And always note the disclaimers.) For less than the cost of a cup of coffee each day, we have access to a potent tincture made from locally harvested Japanese Knotweed rhizomes.

Click on the home page  to learn more, order online, and to find the local shops that carry Fayston Forager’s Japanese Knotweed Tincture.

Japanese Knotweed is a significant source of resveratrol (polygonum cuspidatum) and the tinctured or powdered rhizomes are often used as part of a treatment protocol for Lyme and related co-infections; to promote healthy cognitive and cardiovascular functions; and more. Interestingly, Japanese Knotweed’s invasion of our landscape coincides with the increasing prevalence (epidemic) of Lyme disease. And, now there is a potent local source for Japanese Knotweed tincture available in local shops. Please visit the home page to learn more, order Fayston Forager’s Japanese Knotweed Tincture online, and for a list of retailers.

The Mad River Valley has a thriving local economy. Our access to premium-quality locally-grown and/or produced cheeses, produce, meats, beer, butter, wine, alcohols, chocolates, baked goods, herbal products, medicinals, and so much more, is incredibly impressive. Also impressive is the collaborative way local retailers and producers work together to promote each other. Thanks to all of you who are part of this resilient local economy, and also thanks to the many town groups and volunteers that are working to manage Japanese Knotweed without toxic chemicals. Everything is connected and we all are beneficiaries of our collaborative, forward-thinking community.