Spring News   April 2026   Vol.19 No. 1

In This Issue

• H&A Wins AHPA Environmental Impact Award  
• New! Lion's Mane
• David's Blog On Botanicals for Mental and Emotional Well-Being
• David Winston's Students: Where are they Now? Dr. Moses Yasin DC MS CCSP® of Nuna Health & Wellness
• Another Busy Event Year for H&A
• Media Update
• Sales, Deals, Rewards and More!
• Herbal Jeopardy Contest
• 2026 Herbal Salon Schedule
• Herbalist Training Program Information

H&A Wins AHPA Environmental Impact Award

Expo West was extra special this year. Herbalist & Alchemist was honored for our significant sustainability programs with the AHPA Environmental Impact Award at the annual AHPA member meeting in Anaheim, California on March 3. This award “recognizes an individual, organization, or company that has implemented innovative sustainable or regenerative business practices that will continue to have a meaningful positive impact on the environment.” 

If you have followed our progress over the years or read our annual sustainability report, you know what a priority this is for us. The entire staff contributes, and each one celebrated this recognition of their hard work.

When accepting the award with co-owner David Winston, H&A CEO Beth Lambert said "We are deeply honored by this recognition. David and I came together as business partners because we have a commitment to business that is good for people and good for the earth, rooted in the principals of permaculture and herbal medicine. The people that work with us have this same philosophy. This award belongs to our entire staff especially our Green Team. Their enthusiasm and ideas with measurable impact led us to incorporate new practices, re-examine how we work, and meet Zero Waste standards all within the framework of maintaining our profitability."  

David was also one of the faculty at the AHPA Herb Walk, which is always a highlight of the show. David and other distinguished herbalists led small groups through the Fullerton Arboretum's 26-acre botanical garden, describing the culinary, medicinal and traditional uses of the collection of plant species from around the globe.

New Product Introduction:

What makes H&A's Lion's Mane Different?

Research on Lions Mane has shown that there are two groups of active constituents that give the mushroom its nootropic function. The erinacines are found in the mycelia and the hericenones are found in the fruiting body of the fungi. These components require two different types of extraction methods.

Our unique blended Lion’s Mane extract is made by combining 2 very different extracts, each made with their own specific concentration and menstruum. One is made from the fruiting body of the organically grown mushroom and a second from the mycelium. Our blended extract formula presents a full spectrum of activity from this well studied mushroom that helps support memory and focus*.

David Discusses Botanical Support for Mental and Emotional Well-Being in Latest Blog...

We continue to see a growing interest in herbal approaches that support mental and emotional health. Many people are looking for ways to help maintain emotional balance, support clear thinking, and improve the quality of their sleep. Herbs are not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle; however, they can support the body’s ability to maintain equilibrium, particularly during periods of mental fatigue or emotional strain.  

David Winston's Students: Where are they Now?

Our interview with a former student of David Winston RH(AHG) is a little different this time. This one is about an entire family of healthcare providers who incorporate their David Winston's Center for Herbal Studies training into their practices.

Dr. Moses Yasin DC MS CCSP® of

Nuna Health & Wellness

in Sussex, NJ, tells the story.

H&A Events 2026

Reconnect & Recharge Holistic Wellness Fair - April 25

11am-5pm Visit Herbalist & Achemist at Table #17

Pick up a free sample and explore our products.

Branchburg NJ!

Herb Day Celebration - May 2

LOCAL FRIENDS - MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Free Event, Local AHG Herbalist Lectures, Herb Walks and Plant Sale

David will give an educational presentation and lead a garden & field walk

Stop by and visit H&A at

Well Sweep Herb Farm, Port Murray NJ!

Medicines from the Earth - May 15-17

Stop by our table for a Free Sample

Join David on Friday, May 15th:

Ethnobotanical and Native Plant Field Study
 at Blue Ridge Assembly - Black Mountain, NC

AHG Symposium - Aug 14-16

Stop by our table for a Free Sample

at Blue Ridge Assembly - Black Mountain, NC

SOHO EXPO - Sept 10-13 

Visit H&A Booth #308 at Gaylord Palm, Kissimmee, FL     

AHVMA - Oct 3-6 

Visit H&A at Town & Country, San Diego, CA

Vitamin Retailer magazine wrote about our recent UL certification:

1st Quarter Rewards were recently placed on accounts.

Check your Active Promotions to see if you earned a discount!

Herbal Jeopardy Contest - Spring Edition   

Answer correctly & you will be entered in a drawing to win an H&A "Coupon" worth $50.00 towards future purchases of our quality products.  

Our WINTER Contest Winner was Miriam W., but Congrats to all who answered Chamomile flowers, botanical name "Matricaria chamomilla"

David Winston's Herbal Salon 2026 Schedule*   

Wholesale customers: Want to deepen your herbal knowledge but don't have much time? Spend an hour a month in David Winston's Herbal Salon. 

An exclusive educational opportunity for Practitioners, David Winston takes on a topic and provides in-depth information on the effects of various herbs. You have the opportunity to ask questions as he teaches. 

• Open to Herbalist & Alchemist wholesale accounts
• Online once a month, on a Wednesday at Noon - Eastern time
• Practitioners or health food store employees who wish to receive an invitation, contact karen@herbalist-alchemist.com

2026 schedule:

MAY 6 - Support for Autoimmune issues

JUN 3 - AP Activity / Herbal Support when Traveling

JUL 1 - Support for Persistent Bowel Issues

AUG 5 - ADHD and Herbal Support

SEPT 2 - Emotional Support

OCT 7 - Mushrooms

NOV 4 - Mental Acuity and Brain Health

DEC 2 - 5th annual Ask the Herbalist

*Dates and Topics are subject to change 

David Winston’s Center for Herbal Studies is preparing for the next two-year herb studies program (the 47- 48th year). The team will start interviewing prospective students this coming month and continue through the summer. The training program will begin in September.

Onsite Store Hours

Tuesday – Friday 12 to 5:30 PM - Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM

401 E Washington Ave. Washington, NJ. Inside Warren Plaza.