Publisher's Synopsis
How to use medicinal herbs and stay healthy by being connected to nature
While conventional medicine is essential in treating many health problems, it's reassuring to know that you can also find relief through natural alternatives such as medicinal herbs. Aside from being inexpensive, herbs have also been used since the dawn of mankind. Some of those herbs that add flavor to your food are actually great for boosting your health and helping you combat different ailments... only if you know how to use them. But how will you know which herbs help with your health concerns? You might be wondering how you can prepare, store, and consume them to maximize their health benefits. Look no further because this book will show you the way. Inside, you will discover:● What herbs to use for some of the most common ailments - and how to use them safely and efficiently● Straight-forward herbal formulations - with step-by-step instructions on how to prepare them for the best results● 46 herb profiles with suggested plant pairings, safety precautions, and the health issues they address● Why some herbal products on the market are ineffective - and how to choose high-quality herbs, as well as the best ways to handle and store them to maintain their medicinal properties● How to best extract the herbs' powerful constituents to make your formulations more potent● What factors to consider when evaluating the quality of a medicinal herb● How to safely source quality herbs if you don't want to buy them from the health stores● 15 phytochemicals found in medicinal herbs that give them potency - and what specific health benefits they offer● What not to do when storing herbs if you want to prolong their freshness and flavors And much more. Nature already offers what you need to stay healthy... you just need to know how to harness its relieving power.
