Discover the fascinating world of herbs and herbal teas with Dr. James Krystosik and special guest **Paula Hershman of Storehouse Teas in Cleveland, Ohio**. Paula shares how her passion for loose-leaf tea grew into a certified-organic tea company, along with what she has learned about sourcing fresh, high-quality herbs, spices, roots, flowers, and teas from around the world. In this episode of **The Other Side of Medicine**, Dr. J and Paula explore how herbs can bring together great flavor and traditional wellness. They discuss popular ingredients and blends featuring **turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, elderberry, nettle, chamomile, tulsi, rooibos, green tea, and white tea**, as well as their traditional uses for supporting areas such as digestion, relaxation, immune health, and overall well-being. Paula also explains the differences between various types of tea, caffeine levels, proper steeping temperatures, and why cold brewing can be a great way to prepare delicate teas. If you've ever wondered how to make herbs and tea a simple, enjoyable part of a healthier lifestyle, this conversation is packed with practical information—and plenty of reasons to put the kettle on. **Herbs aren't just the pride of great cooks—they can also be powerful partners in a healthy lifestyle.**