Mother Nature's Herbal

Author: Judith Griffin
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738712566
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 380

Book Description
Due to overwhelming demand since its debut ten years ago, this beloved guide to the herbal wisdom of Mother Nature is back! With ancient folklore, simple instructions for growing an herb garden, and recipes from around the world, "Mother Nature's Herbal "is hands-down the most unique, thoughtful, and comprehensive guide to growing and preparing herbs. Divided into useful sections and graced with charming illustrations, this book is the perfect addition to any budding herbalist's kitchen counter. Part one presents a rich tapestry of centuries-old customs, recipes, and mythology from various cultures, including Native American, South American, Asian, Mediterranean, medieval, colonial, and more. Part two explains how to grow and use your own organic herbs. Make them thrive with tips on tending the soil, guarding against pests, and keeping your plants healthy. Once you've harvested your herbs, experiment with an assortment of recipes for foods, teas, tonics, ointments, and medicines. Explore the magical benefits of herbs, and enjoy invigorated health and a rejuvenated spirit!

Earth Mother Herbal

Author: Shatoiya De la Tour
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 9781931412087
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 221

Book Description
This comforting, warm, and wise book offers a quirky, friendly look at herbal remedies and a useful guide to harnessing the powers of herbs in a wide range of home remedies, healing balms, and wonderfully scented lotions. Included are easy herb gardening tips; timesaving methods for basic herbal teas; instructions for creating sleep pillows, potpourri, and healing baths; and more.

Herbs Coloring Book

Author: Stefen Bernath
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 9780486234991
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
Easiest way to recognize 30 most important culinary herbs: basil, dill, sage, thyme, marjoram, spearmint, oregano, chives, summer savory, others. All plates shown in full color on covers. Identifications. "...the book will aid in identifying herbs in gardens." ? Charleston Evening Post.

Mother Nature's Guide to Vibrant Beauty and Health

Author: Myra Cameron
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780138453145
Category : Beauty, Personal
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This revised and expanded edition of the bestselling guide provides you with some truly amazing ways to firm your skin, fade away blemishes, smooth wrinkles, restore color to grey hair, and instantly achieve salon-like results at home, for just pennies! You'll learn what the leading spas, doctors and dermatologists are prescribing for their clients to help them stay young and beautiful. You'll also find dozens of ways to use herbs and aromatherapy to help you achieve glowing hair, nails, and skin; a special section on natural beauty and health treatments "For Women Only"; as well as drug-free ways for dealing with such problems as stress and insomnia.

The Nursing Mother's Herbal

Author: Sheila Humphrey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781577491187
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 355

Book Description
Looks at the properties of various herbs and plants and their effects on nursing mothers and their babies.

The Complete Home Guide to Herbs, Natural Healing, and Nutrition

Author: Jill Davies
Publisher: Crossing Press
ISBN: 0307814793
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 301

Book Description
Echinacea and gingko biloba are well-known herbal remedies for common ailments such as colds and memory loss. But the vast majority of herbal aids are underused as treatments or preventatives for everything from insomnia to arthritis to heart disease. In THE COMPLETE HOME GUIDE TO HERBS, NATURAL HEALTH, AND NUTRITION, herbal practitioner Jill Rosemary Davies explains how to promote good health by understanding the body and how it is affected by a wide range of healing plants. She teaches you how to use herbs as potent tools for natural healing as well as how to combine them with nutrition and exercise for a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, you'll find: Sections on cleansings, immunity, life stages, and body systems; a complete A to Z of diseases and treatments; and a section on first aid. Instructions for making your own herbal teas, decoctions, tinctures, ointments, oils, and more. And because the herbs used in this book are widely available in health food stores, drug stores, and grocery stores-some you'll even find growing in your own backyard-incorporating a greater range of beneficial herbs into your life will be all the more simple. Open the book to any page and you'll feel like you've stumbled upon Mother Nature's best-kept secrets.

The Herbal for Mother and Child

Author: Anne McIntyre
Publisher: HarperThorsons
ISBN: 9780007139286
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A comprehensive guide to herbal healthcare, "Herbal for Mother and Child" shows how to have a healthy child and be a healthy mother.

Herbal Medic

Author: Sam Coffman
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1635861950
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 592

Book Description
With a focus on herbal medicine and first-aid essentials, former Green Beret medic and clinical herbalist Sam Coffman presents this comprehensive home reference on medical emergency preparedness for times when professional medical care is unavailable. Herbal Medic covers first-aid essentials, such how to assess a situation and a person in need of treatment and distinguish between illness and injury, as well as how to prepare and use herbs when there is no access to conventional medical treatment. In addition, the book provides a basic introduction to herbal medicine, with detailed entries on the best herbs to use in treatment; information on disease in the body and how herbs work against it; instructions for making herbal preparations; a list of those herbs the author has found most useful in his clinical experience; and a wide array of specific herbal care protocols for a multitude of acute health issues. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

The Natural Pregnancy Book

Author: Aviva Jill Romm
Publisher: Celestial Arts
ISBN: 0307804674
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
Reading The Natural Pregnancy Book is like having your own personal herbalist and midwife at your side. Expertly written by Aviva Jill Romm, who has been providing family-centered natural health care for almost twenty years, it guides women through treating the common ills and ailments of pregnancy simply with herbs and nutrition. Aviva thoughtfully follows the woman's journey from baby's conception to birth, describing herbs that can promote and maintain a healthy pregnancy, along with those you should avoid during your term. Her herbal remedies cover such familiar concerns as anxiety, fatigue, morning sickness, and stretch marks. She also discusses the components of a healthy diet, with an emphasis on natural foods. With its detailed information and comforting voice, The Natural Pregnancy Book is a complete primer for the woman who envisions a safe pregnancy as nature intended it.

A Kid's Herb Book

Author: Lesley Tierra
Publisher: Author's Choice Publishing
ISBN: 9781885003362
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 272

Book Description
A creative blend of information, projects, activities, preparations, colour-in artwork, stories, songs, lore and interesting herbal tidbits. This book will help parents and their children learn about herbs.