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Report copyright infringementby Alma R. Hutchens (Author)The author of 'the bible on herbalism' returns with a portable guide on North American medicinal herbs--for the professional and amateur herbalist alike Based on the now-classic reference text Indian Herbalogy of North America, this illustrated pocket guide is the perfect companion for those eager to expand their knowledge of herbal healing. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, Alma R. Hutchens walks readers through: - 125 of the most useful medicinal herbs found in North America, and their uses- How to create herbal remedies for common ailments- The herbal traditions of North America and other lands Entries include staples of folk medicine such as echinacea and slippery elm as well as common kitchen herbs--from parsley to thyme to pepper--whose tonic and healing properties are less widely known.Author BiographyAlma R. Hutchens, a close associate of the late herbalist N. G. Tretchikoff, has been a student and practitioner of herbal medicine for many years. Number of Pages: 272 Dimensions: 0.81 x 8.04 x 4.52 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 10, 1992

Report copyright infringementby Anne Kennedy (Author)The essential guide for people starting their exploration of essential oils. With the right selection of versatile essential oils, you only need a small number to satisfy most of your everyday needs. Whether you've purchased a starter kit or are still deciding on which oils to buy, Anne Kennedy shares her aromatherapy expertise and teaches you which oils best suit your needs and how to use them. With a 5-step program covering basic practices, over 150 remedies, plus detailed profiles of 15 oils, Aromatherapy for Beginners is your go-to guide to natural healing with aromatherapy. Aromatherapy for Beginners contains: A 5-Step Introduction for selecting, shopping, using, and storing essential oils properly Over 150 Cures providing remedies for everyday ailments Profiles for Essential Oils covering 15 of the most frequently used essential oils Tips outlining safety measures and best practices Aromatherapy remedies include: Allergies, Bronchitis, Earache, Toothache, Dry Skin, and much more! Master natural healing and boost your general health with Aromatherapy for Beginners.Author BiographyANNE KENNEDY is a writer who specializes in natural health and herbal medicine. She is the author of 5 books on natural healing, including Aromatherapy for Natural Living and Essential Oils for Beginners. Anne practices aromatherapy and herbal remedies at her home in West Virginia. Number of Pages: 276 Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.2 x 5.9 IN Publication Date: February 13, 2018

Report copyright infringementby Kathi Keville (Author), Mindy Green (Author)A comprehensive guide to using essential oils in health, beauty, and well-being. Aromatherapy offers countless uses for balancing body, mind, and spirit. Drawing on 75 combined years of experience in botanical therapies, Keville and Green provide a complete resource for students and practitioners. This encyclopedic guide, with more than 90 formulas, details cosmetics, perfumes, and botanical therapies that will help you harness the healing power of plants to enhance your beauty, health, and overall well-being.Author BiographyKATHI KEVILLE is an internationally known herbalist and aromatherapist. The author of 12 books, she has taught seminars for more than 40 years and is the director of the American Herb Association in Nevada City, California. MINDY GREEN has worked in the natural products industry for more than 35 years. She is a founding member of the American Herbalists Guild and is the clinical aromatherapist for the Aveda Corporation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Number of Pages: 256 Dimensions: 0.8 x 9.9 x 8.4 IN Publication Date: December 16, 2008

Report copyright infringementby Maria Noel Groves (Author)From a clinical herbalist and teacher, this holistic guide provides relief to anyone looking to maintain bodily harmony and wellness without the use of over the counter solutions. An antacid or an aspirin may soothe your pain, but it doesn't cure the cause of your symptoms. Pain and discomfort are signs of imbalance in the body, and learning to read those cues is a key step in maintaining optimal health. Herbalist Maria Noël Groves shows you how to interpret your body's signals and support your own wellness with herbal remedies and other natural treatments. You'll learn how each of your major body systems optimally functions, and discover how to use natural remedies to nourish and repair problem areas, restore lost vitality, support your body as a whole, and prevent future problems. Groves includes in-depth instructions and step-by-step photographs for making your own herbal remedies, as well as expert guidance on buying and effectively using commercial preparations. Silver Nautilus Book Award Winner for Health & Healing Back JacketAchieve your optimal health by learning to use herbs most effectively. Clinical herbalist Maria Noël Groves helps you understand the root causes of diabetes, hypertension, nerve pain, thyroid disorders, and so much more, while also teaching you how to make natural medicine an integral part of your daily self-care routine.Author BiographyMaria Noël Groves is the author of Herbal Remedies for Sleep, Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies and Body into Balance. She is a clinical herbalist and herbal medicine teacher with more than two decades of experience, and a registered professional member of the American Herbalists Guild. She writes for numerous publications including Herbal Academy's The Herbarium, Taste for Life, Remedies, Herb Quarterly, and Mother Earth News. Her business, Wintergreen Botanicals, is based in Chichester, New Hampshire. Number of Pages: 336 Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.9 x 8 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: March 22, 2016

Report copyright infringementby The Herbal Academy (Other)Created as a companion to the Herbal Academy's Botanical Skin Care Course, we've captured many of our favorite tried-and-tested skincare recipes into one delicious herbal book. Whether you're looking for a rich cream to pamper your face, a soothing salve for minor first aid, or topical support for a chronic skin condition, we've got something for you here. By the time you work your way through this recipe collection, you'll have a full cupboard of incredible botanical skincare products to share with your friends and family--and maybe even your pets and neighbors, too. Number of Pages: 288 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 17, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Gregory L. Tilford (Author)i>Edible and Medicinal Plants of the West is a full-color photographic guide to the identification, edibility, and medicinal uses of over 250 plant species, growing from Alaska to southern California, east across the Rocky Mountains and the Northern Plains to the Great Lakes. Herbalist and naturalist Gregory Tilford provides a thorough introduction to the world of herbal medicine for everyone interested in plants, personal well-being, and a healthy environment. Number of Pages: 239 Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.3 x 5.2 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 15, 2025

Report copyright infringementby Stephanie Fritz (Author)Essential Oils for Pregnancy, Birth & Babies is a reference guide written to educate, inspire and empower pregnant women or anyone assisting them, including midwives and doulas. Number of Pages: 206 Dimensions: 0.44 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: November 16, 2015

Report copyright infringementby Althea Press (Author)The essential guide to lifelong healing with essential oils. The healing potential of essential oils may be limitless, but it's difficult to know how and where to begin when you don't have a prescription. With over 100 recipes for natural alternatives to traditional medicine, Essential Oils Natural Remedies provides a comprehensive reference to herbal healing without the hassle, expense, and frustration that comes with consulting doctors and taking prescription medication. In these pages, practitioners of all levels will learn a lifetime of herbal remedies from how to treat the urge to itch chicken pox with lavender-tea tree salve to soothing away arthritis symptoms with peppermint oil. Designed for use with any brand of essential oils, this organized and insightful guide is the only helping hand you'll need for natural healing. Essential Oils Natural Remedies includes: 300 Home Remedies to heal and mitigate symptoms for over 170 different ailments Profiles of 75 Essential Oils plus information on medicinal uses, application methods, blending, and precautions Recipes for Any Brand allow you to make all of the recipes in this book with your preferred brand of essential oils Featuring treatments for: Allergies, Bloating, Congestion, Dry Skin, Flu, Hives, Infection, Leg Cramps, Motion Sickness, Tension Headache, Toothache, Varicose Veins, and much more! Practice herbal healing from home with Essential Oils Natural Remedies. Number of Pages: 456 Dimensions: 1.5 x 8.2 x 8.2 IN Publication Date: August 31, 2021

Report copyright infringementby Althea Press (Author)The essential guide to lifelong healing with essential oils. The healing potential of essential oils may be limitless, but it's difficult to know how and where to begin when you don't have a prescription. With over 100 recipes for natural alternatives to traditional medicine, Essential Oils Natural Remedies provides a comprehensive reference to herbal healing without the hassle, expense, and frustration that comes with consulting doctors and taking prescription medication. In these pages, practitioners of all levels will learn a lifetime of herbal remedies from how to treat the urge to itch chicken pox with lavender-tea tree salve to soothing away arthritis symptoms with peppermint oil. Designed for use with any brand of essential oils, this organized and insightful guide is the only helping hand you'll need for natural healing. Essential Oils Natural Remedies includes: 300 Home Remedies to heal and mitigate symptoms for over 170 different ailments Profiles of 75 Essential Oils plus information on medicinal uses, application methods, blending, and precautions Recipes for Any Brand allow you to make all of the recipes in this book with your preferred brand of essential oils Featuring treatments for: Allergies, Bloating, Congestion, Dry Skin, Flu, Hives, Infection, Leg Cramps, Motion Sickness, Tension Headache, Toothache, Varicose Veins, and much more! Practice herbal healing from home with Essential Oils Natural Remedies. Number of Pages: 456 Dimensions: 1.4 x 8 x 8 IN Publication Date: January 21, 2015

Report copyright infringementby Marc Thoma (Author)Create a successful herb garden at home this summer with this beginner-friendly guideOne of the best things about herbs is that you don't need a large plot of land--or even any outdoor space at all--to grow them successfully. Whether you're envisioning a small container garden in a sunny window or a raised bed in your yard, Herb Gardening for Beginners provides all the information you need to cultivate herbs for a wide range of purposes.Taking up herb gardening can be a beneficial and relaxing summer hobby. You'll find step-by-step instructions and troubleshooting guidance for every stage of the process, from planning your garden to harvesting and using your herbs.Intro to herb gardening--Learn the benefits and uses of herbs, different planting options, essential gardening tools, and indispensable tips for success.Herb profiles--Find detailed breakdowns of 40 common herbs, including seeding information; mature plant size; light, water, and soil requirements; major uses; and safety considerations.80 recipes--From a Bee Balm Sore Throat Remedy and an All-Purpose Lemon Verbena Cleaner to Turkey Nettle Pot Pie and Caraway Soda Bread, discover all sorts of practical uses for your homegrown herbs.Start a new summer activity and discover the culinary and medicinal power of homegrown herbs with help from Herb Gardening for Beginners.Author BiographyMARC THOMA is a father, husband, and gardener who has more than 15 years of experience growing vegetables, fruit, herbs, and edible flowers. His passion for growing food and addressing the world's food and environmental problems culminated when he started TranquilUrbanHomestead.com, where he shares information about growing food at home. Number of Pages: 160 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9.13 x 7.4 IN Publication Date: June 29, 2021

Report copyright infringementby Rosemary Gladstar (Author)Simple, safe, and effective herbal home remedies for women of all ages! From menstruation to menopause, learn how to prepare natural treatments for acne, PMS, morning sickness, hot flashes, yeast infections, and more. For centuries women have turned to herbs to cope with a wide variety of health problems and conditions. Comprehensive and easy-to-use, Herbal Healing for Women explains how to create remedies--including teas, tinctures, salves, and ointments--for the common disorders that arise in the different cycles of a woman's life. Covering adolescence, childbearing years, pregnancy and childbirth, and menopause, Rosemary Gladstar teaches how herbs can be used to treat the symptoms of conditions such as acne, PMS, morning sickness, and hot flashes. A complete women's health-care manual, Herbal Healing for Women discusses: -Common disorders and the herbs that are effective for treating them -How to select and store herbs -Preparation of hundreds of herbal remedies -An alphabetical listing of herbs, including a brief description of the herb, the general medicinal usage, and when necessary, warnings about potential side effects. By explaining the properties of specific herbs and the art of preparation, Rosemary Gladstar demonstrates not only how to achieve healing through herbs but good health as well.Author BiographyRosemary Gladstar has taught herbology extensively throughout the United States and has led herbal travel adventures worldwide. Her experience includes 20 years in the herbal community as a healer, teacher, visionary, and organizer of herbal events. Currently, she runs Sage Mountain in East Barre, Vermont, where she teaches and sponsors workshops and sells herbal preparations. Rosemary lives in East Barre, VT. Number of Pages: 304 Dimensions: 0.7 x 9.1 x 7.3 IN Publication Date: November 10, 1993

Report copyright infringementby Lisa M. Rose (Author)With the expansive wisdom of this trusted guide, learn how to safely and ethically forage--and how to use wild Midwestern plants in herbal medicines including teas, tinctures, and salves. "This comprehensive, accessible, full-color guide includes plant profiles, step-by-step instructions for essential herbal remedies and seasonal foraging tips." --Natural Awakenings Chicago In Midwest Medicinal Plants, Lisa Rose is your trusted guide to finding, identifying, harvesting, and using over one hundred of the region's most powerful wild plants. Plant profiles include: Clear, color photographs Identification tips Medicinal uses and herbal preparations Harvesting suggestions Lists of what to forage for each season, making the guide useful year-round! Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers, naturalists, and herbalists in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.Back JacketWith its wealth of botanical diversity, the Midwest provides an abundance of healing herbs accessible to all. Whether you are just starting out or are looking to deepen your herbal knowledge, this book is your essential companion for finding, identifying, harvesting, and safely using the most important wild medicinal plants. Number of Pages: 312 Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.9 x 6.4 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: June 28, 2017

Report copyright infringementby Steven Foster (Author), James A. Duke (Author)Peterson The best-selling field guides of all timeMedicinal plants are increasingly well regarded as supplements and sometimes as alternatives for prescription drugs. Steven Foster and James A. Duke have used recent advances in the study of medicinal plants and their combined experience of over 100 years to completely update the Peterson Field Guide to Medicinal Plants. The clear and concise text identifies the key traits, habitats, uses, and warnings for more than 530 of the most significant medicinal plants in the eastern and central United States and Canada including both native and alien species. Seven hundred plus images, the organization-by-color system, and simplified warnings make identifying medicinal plants fast and easy.Sponsored by the National Audubon Society, the National Wildlife Federation, and the Roger Tory Peterson InstituteBack JacketPeterson The best-selling field guides of all timeMedicinal plants are increasingly well regarded as supplements and sometimes as alternatives for prescription drugs. Steven Foster and James A. Duke have used recent advances in the study of medicinal plants and their combined experience of over 100 years to completely update the Peterson Field Guide to Medicinal Plants. The clear and concise text identifies the key traits, habitats, uses, and warnings for more than 530 of the most significant medicinal plants in the eastern and central United States and Canada including both native and alien species. Seven hundred plus images, the organization-by-color system, and simplified warnings make identifying medicinal plants fast and easy.Sponsored by the National Audubon Society, the National Wildlife Federation, and the Roger Tory Peterson InstituteWith more than forty years of experience in the herbal field, STEVEN FOSTER is the author, coauthor, and photographer of seventeen books.DR. JAMES A. DUKE has over six decades of experience as a botanist, and is the author of more than twenty books.[use PFG website QR code] To learn more, visit www.petersonfieldguides.com or scan here."Author BiographyWith more than forty years of experience in the herbal field, STEVEN FOSTER is the author, coauthor, and photographer of seventeen books. DR. JAMES A. DUKE has more than six decades of experience as a botanist, and is the author of more than twenty books. Number of Pages: 480 Dimensions: 1.3 x 7.6 x 4.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 08, 2014

Report copyright infringementby Rosemary Gladstar (Author)Promote vibrant health and radiant beauty, soothe everyday ailments, and ease persistent stress with these simple, natural cures for everything from dry skin and infant colic to cold symptoms and insomnia. Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar provides 175 proven therapies and herbal remedies that are easy to prepare and safe enough for children. Offering a potent and effective alternative to commercial pharmaceuticals, Gladstar will inspire you to nurture yourself and those you love with nature's healing herbs. Front JacketHomemade Remedies from Nature's Pharmacy Soothe your baby's colic, moisturize dry skin, relieve cold symptoms, or simply enjoy a good night's sleep. Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar provides time-tested natural therapies and herbal remedies that are safe, effective, and easy to use. She guides you every step of the way, from the growing and ecological harvesting of herbs to basic preparations and dosage directions. Originally published in hardcover as Rosemary Gladstar's Family Herbal, this comprehensive recipe-collection offers a potent prescription for energy, health, and vitality at every stage of life. Nurture yourself and those you love with nature's healing herbs.Author BiographyRosemary Gladstar has been practicing, living, learning, teaching, and writing about herbs for over 50 years. Considered a star figure in the modern herbal movement and often referred to as the "godmother of American herbalism", Gladstar is the author of twelve books, including Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, Herbs for Children's Health, Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, Herbal Healing for Women, and Herbal Healing for Men. She is the cofounder and former director of both The International Herb Symposium and The New England Women's Herbal Conference, the founding president of United Plant Savers, and the cofounder of and original tea-blend formulator for Traditional Medicinals. She is also the author and teacher of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, which continues to inspire and teach many thousands of students around the world. In 2018, Gladstar was awarded an honorary doctorate for her life's work from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine. Number of Pages: 400 Dimensions: 1.1 x 7.2 x 7.2 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 03, 2008

Report copyright infringementby Rosemary Gladstar (Author)Learn how to grow, harvest, prepare, and use the 33 most common and versatile healing plants, including peppermint, chamomile, basil, and ginger, in this bestselling book from the godmother of modern herbalism. With this introductory handbook, you'll see how easy it can be to make your own natural remedies for life's common ailments. Legendary herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles 33 common medicinal plants and includes advice on growing, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in tinctures, oils, creams, teas, and more. Stock your medicine cabinet full of all-natural, low-cost herbal remedies: Craft a soothing aloe lotion after an encounter with poison ivy. De-stress with a calming chamomile bath. Brew a cup of basil tea for stubborn headaches. Ease coughs and colds with thyme syrup. Make a dandelion-burdock tincture to fix sluggish digestion. Filled with gorgeous full-color photography, this classic bestseller is a trusted introduction to the wonderful world of homeopathic medicine. Front JacketHome-Grown Medicine Effective, safe, and inexpensive, medicinal herbs are simple to grow, and they can be used to naturally fortify your body against common upsets and ailments. Rosemary Gladstar, the godmother of modern herbalism, offers a fresh introduction to growing and using 33 of her favorite herbs, complete with tips on introducing an herb patch to your backyard garden and easy-to-follow recipes for brewing restorative teas, blending soothing salves, and making tinctures, oils, syrups, and pills. 124 of Rosemary Gladstar's favorite medicinal recipes include: Creaky Bones Cayenne Rub, page 63 Warming Cinnamon Bath Salts, page 68 Ginger Lemonaide, page 80 Brain Tonic Tincture, page 85 Good Gargle for a Bad Throat, page 88 Rosemary's Famous Face Cream, page 116 Nutritive Heart Tonic Tincture, page 136 Lemon Balm Bath, page 160 Peppermint Tooth Powder, page 187 Author BiographyRosemary Gladstar has been practicing, living, learning, teaching, and writing about herbs for over 50 years. Considered a star figure in the modern herbal movement and often referred to as the "godmother of American herbalism", Gladstar is the author of twelve books, including Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, Herbs for Children's Health, Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, Herbal Healing for Women, and Herbal Healing for Men. She is the cofounder and former director of both The International Herb Symposium and The New England Women's Herbal Conference, the founding president of United Plant Savers, and the cofounder of and original tea-blend formulator for Traditional Medicinals. She is also the author and teacher of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, which continues to inspire and teach many thousands of students around the world. In 2018, Gladstar was awarded an honorary doctorate for her life's work from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.9 x 7 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 10, 2012

Report copyright infringementby Coreypine Shane (Author)Wildcraft your way to wellness with this guide book to nature's medicinal offerings in the Southeast! In Southeast Medicinal Plants, herbalist CoreyPine Shane is your trusted guide to finding, identifying, harvesting, and using over one hundred of the region's most powerful wild plants. Readers will learn how to safely and ethically forage, and how to use wild plants in herbal medicines, including teas, tinctures, and salves. Plant profiles include: Clear, color photographs Identification tips, medicinal uses and herbal preparations Harvesting suggestions. Lists of what to forage for each season, making the guide useful year-round! Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers, naturalists, and herbalists in West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana.Back JacketWith its wealth of botanical diversity, the Southeast provides an abundance of healing herbs accessible to all. Whether you are just starting out or are looking to deepen your herbal knowledge, this book is your essential companion for finding, identifying, sustainably harvesting, and safely using the most important wild medicinal plants. Author BiographyCoreyPine Shane is founder of the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. CoreyPine been an herbalist for 25 years, and he trained at the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine, the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine (under noted herbalist Michael Moore), and the Institute of Chinese Herbology. He has spent the past 20 years seeing clients, teaching classes, and traveling for lectures. He has explored the southeast extensively, identifying and harvesting plants from the wild for his herbal extract business, Pine's Herbals. Number of Pages: 304 Dimensions: 0.71 x 8.98 x 6.46 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 09, 2021

Report copyright infringementby Mechthild Scheffer (Author)- The most comprehensive reference on Bach flower therapy in print. - Includes the latest information on Bach flower remedies, combination remedies, diagnosis, instructions for preparation, body maps, and more. - Illustrated with color plates of the Bach flowers and Kirlian photographs of the energy signature of each flower. Mechthild Scheffer's groundbreaking bestseller Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice revolutionized the science of Bach flower remedies, detailing the healing properties of each individual flower. Now, for practitioner, student, and patient alike, she offers The Encyclopedia of Bach Flower Therapy, the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference available on this gentle, effective therapy. The first practitioner to recognize the psychological underpinnings of the Bach flower remedies, Scheffer demonstrates that emotional and physical well-being are inextricably linked and shows how flower therapies can be a powerful tool for healing individual symptoms and restoring balance to one's life. The author provides a therapeutic profile for each remedy and specific instructions for preparing combination remedies to heal more complex conditions. Thorough diagnostic guidelines, interview questions, progress evaluations, and body maps guide both the practitioner and novice to the proper remedies for innumerable emotional and physical ailments. The author also gives advice for using Bach flower remedies in pediatrics and veterinary medicine. With more than 120 color photographs, The Encyclopedia of Bach Flower Therapy is the complete reference for everyone who studies and practices this therapy.Author BiographyA longtime Bach flower therapy practitioner, Mechthild Scheffer is the author of several books, including Bach Flower Therapy: Theory and Practice and Mastering Bach Flower Therapies: A Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment. She is the official representative of England's Edward Bach Centre for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Ms. Scheffer lives in Germany. Number of Pages: 352 Dimensions: 1 x 10 x 8.03 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 01, 2001

Report copyright infringementby Juliet Blankespoor (Author)A comprehensive and lushly photographed guide to growing and using healing plants, including recipes, from the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal MedicineThis is the ultimate reference for anyone looking to bring the beauty and therapeutic properties of plants into their garden, kitchen, and home apothecary. Both informative and accessible, this complete guide to herbal medicine covers how to plan your garden (including container gardening for small spaces); essential information on seed propagation, soil quality, and holistic gardening practices; 30 detailed profiles of must-know plants (including growing information, medicinal properties, and how to use them); foundational principles of herbalism; step-by-step photographic tutorials for preparing botanical medicine and healing foods; and 70 recipes for teas, tinctures, oils, salves, syrups, and more. Packed with sumptuous photography, this book will appeal to home gardeners who want to branch out to culinary and medicinal herbs, home cooks and those interested in a natural wellness lifestyle, and novice and skillful herbalists alike.This essential resource for your home apothecary includes: Holistic Gardening Practices: Learn to cultivate your garden with essential information on seed propagation and soil quality, ensuring your healing plants thrive. Container Gardening for Any Space: Transform even a small balcony or patio into a flourishing source of wellness with tips specifically for container gardens. A Home Apothecary: Follow step-by-step photographic tutorials to confidently prepare your own botanical medicine, from simple teas to potent tinctures. 30 Essential Medicinal Herbs: Detailed profiles of thirty must-know plants, covering their medicinal properties, growing information, and specific uses. Over 70 Healing Recipes: Create a complete range of herbal preparations, including nourishing healing foods, salves, syrups, and oils for the whole family. Author BiographyJULIET BLANKESPOOR is the founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine. She has a degree in botany and over 25 years of experience teaching and writing about herbal medicine, botany, plant propagation, and organic herb cultivation. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina. Number of Pages: 448 Dimensions: 1.18 x 9.13 x 8.27 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 05, 2022

Report copyright infringementby Jj Pursell (Author)Start your path to natural wellness with the trusted advice found in this book."Perfect for anyone just beginning in herbal medicine." --Mother Earth Living With the guidance of naturopath JJ Pursell, you will learn how to safely create your own remedies using plants you know and love. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to plant-based medicine. It features profiles of the most important medicinal plants that include information on medicinal uses, identification and cultivation, and recipes for common concerns. Additional information includes step-by-step instructions for making herbal teas, tinctures, compresses, salves, and more. This comprehensive guide includes treatments for men, women, and children that address a variety of concerns including muscle strain, the flu, the common cold, insomnia, anxiety, and much more. Front JacketAchieve wellness with 100 medicinal plants! Plant-based medicines offer many healing possibilities for the body, mind, and spirit. In this holistic guide, naturopath J. J. Pursell provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, explaining how they work and how to use them safely. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary includes advice on growing and foraging for healing plants and recommendations for plant-based formulations to fight common ailments, like muscle strain, anxiety, and insomnia. Step-by-step instructions show you how to make your own teas, salves, capsules, tinctures, and other essential herbal remedies. Whether you want to treat a wound or fight the common cold, taking charge of your health and well-being begins here. Author BiographyDr. JJ Pursell is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, author, and entrepreneur. She owned and operated a small chain of herb shoppes over thirteen years in both Portland, Oregon, and Brooklyn, New York. Since publishing her first book in 2015, she has focused on her patients and her practice while also writing, speaking, and consulting. Number of Pages: 292 Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.9 x 7.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 30, 2015

Report copyright infringementby Cerridwen Greenleaf (Author)Plants, Essential Oils and Aromatherapy as Natural Remedies"Trust your intuition, go with your instincts, and listen to your heart. By following these three simple guidelines, you'll be able to craft healing, and more importantly, meaningful and inspired ideas to enrich your life." ―Arin Murphy-Hiscock, author of The Herbal Alchemist's HandbookThe Herbal Healing Handbook is a spiritual guidebook for using plants, essential oils, aromatherapy, and other natural elements to treat ailments and help prevent illness. Heal the natural way. In her latest work, bestselling author Cerridwen Greenleaf shares the healing power of plants, roots, herbs, essential oils, aromatherapy, and all things natural remedies. If you are tired of automatically turning to chemical treatments, or just want to have more plant-based care options, The Herbal Healing Handbook is the book for you.Draw upon ancient knowledge. While health care debates rage all around us, one way to take good care of yourself and your loved ones is with the "kitchen cabinet cures" in this book. When our great grandmothers needed to attend to the cuts, bruises, colds, flu's fevers and other illnesses their family suffered, they didn't have a corner drugstore. Instead, these wise women relied on simple wisdom, common sense, and pantries well stocked with herbal remedies. These preparations were made from plants that grew in the kitchen garden or wild weeds gathered outside. The Herbal Healing Handbook combines the wisdom of our elders with a modern kitchen herbalist's sensibility.In The Herbal Healing Handbook you will: Learn about natural remedies you can DIY Treat inflammation and pain Build energy Improve your attitude and mindset Gain key knowledge about plants, roots, essential oils and aromatherapy If you enjoyed natural medicinal books like The Healing Power of Essential Oils, Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, or The Green Witch, you'll love The Herbal Healing Handbook. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.9 x 7.9 x 4.9 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 01, 2020

Report copyright infringementby Susan Miller Cavitch (Author)Making your own soap is fun, easy, and rewarding. In this introductory guide, Susan Miller Cavitch shows you how to craft your own all-natural, wonderfully smelling soaps. Illustrated directions take you through the whole process, from buying supplies to cutting the final bars. With easy-to-follow recipes that range from classics like oatmeal and honey soap to more adventurous combinations using goat milk and borage, you'll be inspired to make uniquely personal soaps that are gentle on your skin and a pleasure for your nose.Back JacketIt's fun to make your own natural soaps at home! Susan Miller Cavitch takes the mystery out of soapmaking, sharing her formulas for making high-quality vegetable-based soaps that are good for your skin -- and free of synthetic additives. The Natural Soap Book gives you: * Clear directions and illustrations to guide you step-by-step through the entire process -- from buying supplies to cutting and trimming the final bars. * Recipes for old favorites like oatmeal/honey and avocado soaps to Susan's unique recipes for goat milk, borage, and even a tropical shampoo bar. * Creative wrapping and gift packaging ideas. * Formulas for exotic specialty scents like Holiday Spice, Sweet Earth, and Southern Summers. * Profiles and tips from professional soapmakers. Number of Pages: 192 Dimensions: 0.59 x 8.98 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 08, 1995

Report copyright infringementby Anne Kennedy (Author)Everyday ailments have a way of sneaking up on us. Compact enough to fit in the glove compartment or handbag, The Portable Essential Oils is your take-anywhere guide to 250 of the most fundamental essential oil remedies anytime you need them. Having access to your essential oils when you need them is important, and also that essential oils are not a one-size-fits-all remedy. In The Portable Essential Oils, natural health expert Anne Kennedy offers ailment-specific essential oil therapies to address common health concerns--enabling you with safe, convenient ways to take your well-being into your own hands--including: 50 of the most versatile essential oils, including 7 must-haves for home or on-the-go 250 essential oils remedies for or everyday health issues Essential Oil remedies that are safe for use with children and at which ages Shopper's guide on which essential oils to buy, which to be wary of, and important questions to ask Author BiographyANNE KENNEDY is a writer who specializes in natural health and herbal medicine. She is the author of 5 books on natural healing, including Aromatherapy for Natural Living and Essential Oils for Beginners. Anne practices aromatherapy and herbal remedies at her home in West Virginia. Number of Pages: 326 Dimensions: 0.9 x 6.9 x 5 IN Publication Date: June 21, 2016