Publisher's Synopsis
Make a soothing aloe lotion to use after coming into contact with poison ivy, a dandelion-burdock medicine to help with slow digestion, and a lavender-lemon balm tea to help you relax after a long day. Rosemary Gladstar demonstrates how simple it is to create your own herbal treatments for the basic ills of life in this beginning book. Gladstar offers instructions on planting, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in therapeutic tinctures, oils, and lotions. She also provides profiles of 33 common healing plants. Stock your medical cabinet with affordable, all-natural herbal remedies. The innate intelligence of your body is only waiting to be released. However, the harsh chemicals we use now can prevent that potential from ever being realised. With this complete package from herbal mentor Ava Green, written for both beginners and specialists, you'll learn:
How to cultivate your own herbs in each of the 13 climate zones
How to assemble a first aid herbal emergency kit
How to recognise more than 40 different herbs in nature and get their essence
The history of herbal therapy in chronological order, from seed to medicine
An alphabetical list of herbs that you can use to find your herbs
Simple explanations of horticultural, herbal, and medical jargon; a "What to use for that" section that allows you to seek up illnesses quickly
Stunning images in black and white to enhance visual learning
How to manufacture tinctures, poultices, ointments, creams, and more that are dependable, secure, and that can strengthen and heal YOU and YOUR family.
Symptoms can be covered up by drugs, but they can't always promote complete, all-natural healing.
Don't depend on something you don't comprehend. Grow your own medication today to empower you and those you care about.
