For the pet dip,would it be possible to use oils instead of fresh herbs and if so,what would the conversion rate be?

Karen

Karen
says 2 cups [ 3oz--90g ] packed fresh herbs.
hope this may help.

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Herbal Remedy Precautions
Use all herbal remrdies cautiously & follow these guidelines;

• ALWAYS consult a physician before taking herbs.
• Always consult a physician if you have painful or chronic symptoms.
• Dont mix herbal medicines with medical prescriptions.
• Always identify plants accurately & be aware of their properties & dangers.
• Avoid large doses of any herb.
• Grow your own herbal medications for the best purity & quality, label & store them, and refresh the supply each season.
• Make shure you follow the instructions for harvesting & storing herbs properly.
• STOP using ANY herbal medicine if you notice any side effects, such as headaches, dizziness, or an upset stomach.
• Avoid using herbal medicines if you are pregnant, or nursing, unless you have the consent & supervision of an obstetrician.
• DO NOT give herbal medicines to children less than 2 years old without the consent of your pediatrician.

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I don't know if any one else has them around but (stag horn)sumacs the leaves repel most flesh eating bugs. Sometimes I foolishly go into the golf course in the morning and I go to far so I might as well go through the paths in the bush and I always get atacked. Best way I've found is to crush the leaves up in my hand role them together untill the oil all comes out and my hands kind of green then rub it on I only do it once and awhile, like once a month at most so it's just a tip incase your stuck in the bush with whords of bugs and those trees are around. I also find that it doesn't work right away but after some investigation they seem to leave you alone. Under a forest of them you can find refuge from bugs also but a sole tree and you'll be eaten alive!

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The answers will come when needed. Otherwise, I'm guesing time will make me feel silly.