Stone archway of a mountain monastery surrounded by green hillside at dawn

For 40 Years, These Remedies Never Left Our Walls.The Young Sisters Finally Found a Way to Share Them.”

80 ancient healing remedies from a hidden mountain monastery — teas, tinctures, balms, and broths for immunity, digestion, pain, sleep, and more. Yours with a small donation to help keep the sisters and their garden alive.

See What’s Inside

Shared for the first time in 200 years — straight from the monastery apothecary.

A Personal Letter from Sister Martha

Sister Martha, a nun in her late 60s with kind eyes and a gold cross necklace

My dearest friend,

For over forty years I have walked the quiet corridors of our monastery, tending the herb garden that grows in the shadow of the old stone walls. In all those years, I never imagined sharing what I know with anyone beyond these walls.

Then the younger sisters arrived. They sat with me in the apothecary, watched me prepare the remedies I have made ten thousand times, and said something I will never forget:

“Sister Martha, people out there are suffering with things you already know how to help. Why are we keeping this to ourselves?”

They were right. So together — my hands and their knowledge of this new world — we gathered eighty of our most treasured preparations. I present them to you now because I believe you are someone who will use them with care, with reverence, and with love.

With love and sacred trust,

Your Sister from behind the walls

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80 Remedies. 12 Categories. Centuries of Monastery Wisdom.

Open to any page. Every remedy is laid out the same way — what you need, how to make it, when to use it, and what to watch for. Clear enough to follow on your first try, with hand-drawn illustrations beside each one.

Most Requested
8 remedies

Digestive Health

Fennel teas, gut-soothing marshmallow root blends, healing broths — for bloating, gas, and sluggish digestion

Most Requested
7 remedies

Pain Relief & Inflammation

Willow bark tea (nature’s aspirin), turmeric drinks, castor oil packs — for joint pain, arthritis, and inflammation

Most Requested
7 remedies

Sleep & Relaxation

Valerian tinctures, lavender balms, chamomile sprays — for deep, restful sleep without pills

Most Requested
8 remedies

Immune Support & Cold Relief

Elderberry elixirs, echinacea tonics, the legendary Four Thieves Vinegar — for harsh winters and cold season

Most Requested
5 remedies

Women’s Health

Hormone tonics, cramp relief packs, PMS soothers — made by women, for women

7 remedies

Stress & Anxiety

Ashwagandha blends, St. John’s Wort oils, adaptogen elixirs — for calm and clarity

8 remedies

Skin Care & Healing

Wound salves, anti-aging serums, eczema balms — for skin that heals from the outside in

7 remedies

Respiratory Health

Cough syrups, sinus steams, sore throat remedies — for breathing freely

5 remedies

Heart & Circulation

Hawthorn berry teas, cayenne tonics, garlic elixirs — for a strong and steady heart

7 remedies

Detox & Cleansing

Liver compresses, kidney teas, morning detox tonics — for feeling clean and light

6 remedies

Energy & Vitality

Ginger energizers, maca elixirs, adaptogen broths — for natural energy without caffeine

5 remedies

Hair & Beauty

Rosemary growth oils, deep conditioners, scalp treatments — for healthy hair and skin

This Is Exactly What You’ll Receive

One remedy from each of the twelve categories — exactly as they appear in the book. Every page has full ingredients, step-by-step preparation, hand-drawn illustrations, and Sister Martha’s personal tips.

Immune Support & Cold Relief

Elderberry & Honey Cold Elixir

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep Time10 min
Yield1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dried elderberries
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 1 cup warm water

Preparation

  1. Steep the dried elderberries in warm water for 10 minutes.
  2. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing gently on the berries.
  3. Stir in honey while still warm until dissolved.

How to Use

Drink 1 cup daily during cold and flu season. Best on an empty stomach.

Elderberry & Honey Cold Elixir
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
Echinacea & Yarrow Immunity Elixirp. 7Bee Propolis & Echinacea Immune Elixirp. 8Basil & Lemon Balm Immune Support Teap. 9

Safety Note — Avoid if allergic to elderberries. Never consume raw elderberries.

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Digestive Health

Mugwort & Angelica Digestive Tea

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep Time10 min
Yield2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dried mugwort
  • 1 tablespoon dried angelica root
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Preparation

  1. Place mugwort and angelica root in a saucepan with water.
  2. Bring to a simmer and steep for 15 minutes.
  3. Strain and sweeten with honey if desired.

How to Use

Drink 1 cup before meals to aid digestion and relieve bloating.

Mugwort & Angelica Digestive Tea
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inRefrigerator
Fresh for1-2 days
RefrigeratedUp to 1 week
Best Paired With
Fennel & Cumin Gas Relief Teap. 15Cardamom & Rose Hip Digestive Tonicp. 16Marshmallow Root & Slippery Elm Gut Sootherp. 17

Safety Note — Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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Pain Relief & Inflammation

Cabbage Leaf & Mustard Pain Poultice

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time15 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep TimeNone
Yield1 Application

Ingredients

  • 4 large cabbage leaves
  • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation

  1. Steam cabbage leaves until soft and pliable.
  2. Mix mustard powder with olive oil to form a paste.
  3. Spread paste onto the warm leaves.
  4. Apply to sore joints or muscles. Wrap with a cloth to hold in place.

How to Use

Apply for 20–30 minutes for joint or muscle pain relief.

Cabbage Leaf & Mustard Pain Poultice
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
Turmeric & Black Pepper Anti-Inflammatory Drinkp. 23Lavender & Turmeric Arthritis Oil Packp. 24Peppermint & Ginger Pain Relief Packp. 25

Safety Note — Avoid if you have sensitive skin or mustard allergies. Do not leave on overnight.

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Sleep & Relaxation

Lavender & Chamomile Sleep Balm

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep TimeNone
Yield1 Small Jar (4 oz)

Ingredients

  • 10 drops lavender essential oil
  • 10 drops chamomile essential oil
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

Preparation

  1. Gently warm coconut oil until just melted.
  2. Add lavender and chamomile oils, stir until combined.
  3. Pour into a small glass jar and cool to balm consistency.

How to Use

Massage onto pulse points — wrists, temples, behind ears — before bed.

Lavender & Chamomile Sleep Balm
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar or tin
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for6-12 months
RefrigeratedUp to 1 year
Best Paired With
Passionflower & Valerian Sleep Tincturep. 30Chamomile & Lavender Sleep Sprayp. 31Zen Garden Castor Oil Bath Blendp. 32

Safety Note — Do not apply near eyes. Patch test before first use.

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Stress & Anxiety

Ashwagandha & Holy Basil Adaptogen Blend

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep Time10 min
Yield1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon dried ashwagandha root powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried holy basil (tulsi) leaves
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Preparation

  1. Add ashwagandha and holy basil to hot water.
  2. Stir well and steep for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Strain and add honey.

How to Use

Drink 1 cup in the morning to combat stress and boost energy.

Ashwagandha & Holy Basil Adaptogen Blend
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
St. John's Wort & Lavender Anxiety Oilp. 37Kava Root & Peppermint Anxiety Reliefp. 38Ashwagandha & Rhodiola Stress Powderp. 39

Safety Note — Avoid during pregnancy. Not for autoimmune conditions.

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Skin Care & Healing

Coconut & Honey Antiseptic Balm

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep TimeNone
Yield1 Small Jar (4 oz)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 1 teaspoon tea tree oil

Preparation

  1. Gently warm coconut oil until just liquid.
  2. Stir in honey and tea tree oil until smooth.
  3. Store in a small glass jar at room temperature.

How to Use

Apply to cuts, scrapes, or minor burns to promote healing.

Coconut & Honey Antiseptic Balm
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar or tin
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for6-12 months
RefrigeratedUp to 1 year
Best Paired With
Cucumber & Aloe Vera Cooling Gelp. 44Coconut Oil & Vitamin E Skin Balmp. 45Tropical Oasis Hydrating Face Maskp. 46

Safety Note — Perform a patch test before first use. Tea tree oil is potent.

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Respiratory Health

Mullein & Coltsfoot Cough Syrup

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time15 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep Time30 min
Yield1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dried mullein leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dried coltsfoot
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Preparation

  1. Simmer mullein and coltsfoot in water for 15 minutes.
  2. Strain through a fine cloth.
  3. While still warm, stir in honey and lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator.

How to Use

Take 1 tablespoon every 3–4 hours for persistent cough.

Mullein & Coltsfoot Cough Syrup
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
Yarrow & Licorice Root Respiratory Tonicp. 52Sage & Thyme Respiratory Steamp. 53Peppermint & Eucalyptus Sinus Relief Steamp. 54

Safety Note — Not for children under 1 year (honey). Use within 2 weeks.

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Heart & Circulation

Ginkgo Biloba & Hawthorn Heart Tea

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time5 min
DifficultySimple
Steep Time30 min
Yield2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dried ginkgo biloba leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dried hawthorn berries
  • 2 cups water

Preparation

  1. Boil both herbs in water for 10 minutes.
  2. Strain and drink warm.

How to Use

Drink 1 cup daily for heart health and improved circulation.

Ginkgo Biloba & Hawthorn Heart Tea
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inRefrigerator
Fresh for1-2 days
RefrigeratedUp to 1 week
Best Paired With
Hawthorn Berry & Cinnamon Heart Teap. 59Cayenne Pepper & Lemon Circulation Boosterp. 60Garlic & Ginger Heart Health Tonicp. 61

Safety Note — Consult a doctor if taking blood thinners.

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Detox & Cleansing

Cilantro & Turmeric Detox Smoothie

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time5 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep TimeNone
Yield2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cucumber
  • 1 cup coconut water

Preparation

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Serve chilled.

How to Use

Drink daily for a gentle detoxifying cleanse.

Cilantro & Turmeric Detox Smoothie
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
Pine Needle & Ginger Detox Bathp. 64Mugwort & Juniper Detox Bathp. 65Nettle & Parsley Kidney Cleanse Teap. 66

Safety Note — Avoid if allergic to cilantro or turmeric.

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Energy & Vitality

Basil & Ginger Energy Smoothie

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time5 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep TimeNone
Yield2 Cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 inch fresh ginger root
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 banana

Preparation

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Serve chilled.

How to Use

Drink in the morning for a natural energy boost.

Basil & Ginger Energy Smoothie
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for2 weeks
RefrigeratedUp to 1 month
Best Paired With
Ginger & Lemon Morning Energizerp. 71Peppermint & Orange Blossom Mood Teap. 72Cinnamon & Nutmeg Anti-Fatigue Smoothiep. 73

Safety Note — Avoid if allergic to basil or ginger.

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Hair & Beauty

Rosemary & Lavender Hair Growth Oil

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time5 min
DifficultySimple
Steep TimeNone
Yield1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 10 drops rosemary essential oil
  • 10 drops lavender essential oil
  • 2 tablespoons jojoba oil

Preparation

  1. Combine all oils in a small dark glass bottle.
  2. Shake gently to mix.

How to Use

Massage into scalp 2-3 times per week. Leave for 30 min before washing.

Rosemary & Lavender Hair Growth Oil
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerDark glass bottle
Keep inCool, dark place
Fresh for3-4 months
RefrigeratedUp to 6 months
Best Paired With
Rosemary & Peppermint Scalp Treatmentp. 77Avocado & Castor Oil Deep Conditionerp. 78Silky Smooth Body Lotionp. 79

Safety Note — Avoid during pregnancy or if you have epilepsy.

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Women’s Health

Wild Yam & Black Cohosh Hormone Tonic

Source: Forgotten Home Apothecary

Prep Time10 min
DifficultyModerate
Steep Time30 min
Yield1 Cup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon dried wild yam root
  • 1 tablespoon dried black cohosh root
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Preparation

  1. Combine wild yam and black cohosh root with water in a pot.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Strain and stir in honey.

How to Use

Drink 1/2 cup daily, especially beneficial during menopause.

Wild Yam & Black Cohosh Hormone Tonic
Storage & Shelf Life
ContainerGlass jar
Keep inRefrigerator
Fresh for1-2 days
RefrigeratedUp to 1 week
Best Paired With
Raspberry Leaf & Nettle Women's Teap. 82Ginger & Castor Oil Menstrual Cramp Packp. 83Evening Primrose & Chamomile PMS Sootherp. 84

Safety Note — Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. May interact with hormonal medications.

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Women Who Tried the Remedies — and Wrote Back

Three women who received the Remedy Bible and found relief using the same preparations the sisters have trusted for generations.

Linda T. before using Mugwort & Angelica Digestive TeaBefore
Linda T. after using Mugwort & Angelica Digestive TeaAfter · 2 months

Linda T., 52Tulsa, Oklahoma

The struggle

Bloating after every meal for years. Felt heavy and sluggish no matter what she ate. Tried grocery store probiotics, elimination diets, even saw a GI specialist. Nothing made a lasting difference.

The result

Linda started drinking one cup before dinner each evening. After about three weeks, she noticed the heavy feeling after meals was easing. By the end of the second month, she says evenings feel different.

Digestive HealthRemedy #9 — Mugwort & Angelica Digestive Tea

“I thought feeling heavy after eating was just how it was at my age. Two months of this tea and my husband noticed before I did — I stopped unbuttoning my pants after dinner.”

— Linda T., Tulsa, OklahomaShared from her letter to the monastery
Dorothy M. before using Lavender & Chamomile Sleep BalmBefore
Dorothy M. after using Lavender & Chamomile Sleep BalmAfter · 6 weeks

Dorothy M., 63Macon, Georgia

The struggle

Hadn’t slept through the night in years. Would lie awake for hours, then drag through the next day exhausted. Tried melatonin, sleep apps, even prescription pills — they left her groggy and no better rested.

The result

Dorothy started applying the balm to her wrists and temples each night before prayer. She says it took about two weeks before she noticed a real change — falling asleep faster, waking up less often. After six weeks, she says most nights she sleeps through.

Sleep & RelaxationRemedy #24 — Lavender & Chamomile Sleep Balm

“It wasn’t overnight. But after a few weeks of rubbing a little on my wrists before prayer, I started waking up to sunlight instead of staring at the ceiling at 3am.”

— Dorothy M., Macon, GeorgiaShared from her letter to the monastery
Patricia R. before using Rosemary & Lavender Hair Growth OilBefore
Patricia R. after using Rosemary & Lavender Hair Growth OilAfter · 3 months

Patricia R., 61Little Rock, Arkansas

The struggle

Thinning hair that had gotten noticeably worse every year since menopause. Her part line kept widening. Tried expensive salon treatments, biotin supplements, and two different "hair growth" shampoos over three years. Nothing made a visible difference.

The result

Patricia massages the oil into her scalp three times a week before bed. She says it took a full three months before her hairdresser noticed the change — new shorter hairs growing along the part line and near her temples.

Hair & BeautyRemedy #71 — Rosemary & Lavender Hair Growth Oil

“Three months in, my hairdresser asked what I was doing different. When I told her it was a nun’s recipe with two oils and some jojoba, she wrote it down on a napkin.”

— Patricia R., Little Rock, ArkansasShared from her letter to the monastery

These are just three of the letters we’ve received. The sisters read every one.

The Monastery Is Struggling.

The roof over the apothecary leaks. The stone walls need repair. The herb garden that feeds the remedies requires daily tending by hands that are growing older.

For two centuries, the sisters never needed the outside world. But fewer young women are entering religious life each year. The sisters who remain are aging. The work does not get lighter.

With the help of the younger sisters, Sister Martha finally found a way to open the apothecary — not to sell something, but to ask for help the only way she knows how. By giving.

This is not a purchase. It is an exchange of gifts.

Sisters praying together inside the monastery chapel

Common Questions About Your Donation

Sister Martha is a 68-year-old American nun who has spent over forty years in a mountain monastery, tending the herb garden and preparing remedies by hand. She learned from the sisters who came before her, who learned from the sisters before them. She has made these preparations ten thousand times — tested them on herself, refined them across decades, and used them to care for every sister in the order. This is the first time she has shared her knowledge beyond the monastery walls.

Yes. Our Lady of the Mountain is a small contemplative monastery in the mountains. The sisters live, pray, and work there every day. The herb garden is real. The apothecary is real. Sister Martha is real. We understand why you might wonder — there is so much that is not genuine on the internet. If you have any doubt, write to us. One of the younger sisters will reply personally.

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