National Geographic's guide to 36 "super" herbs such as aloe, echinacea, ginkgo, and peppermint includes a wealth of essential information on the history, culture, folklore, and science of traditional and contemporary herbal medicine in all major culture areas of the world. Emphasizing current research and therapeutic uses, the volume provides an A-Z listing of 36 of the more than 80,000 known medicinal plants around the world. Information about

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"A popular herbalist's remedies and prescriptive program for emotional balance and overall health, using natural solutions such as essential oils, aromatherapy, and more. Sara-Chana Silverstein is a lactation consultant and mom to seven kids. She is also a go-to herbalist who specializes in walking women through a focused herbal regimen to nourish their livers, refresh and revitalize their systems, and stabilize their moods. The goal? A balanced lifestyle....

Cayenne pepper can stop bleeding. Garlic helps alleviate a toothache. Honey soothes a burn. When an emergency situation arises, simple home remedies can play a vital role in easing symptoms and providing immediate help. Become an effective first responder with a combination of best first-aid practices, herbs, and standard homeopathic applications. This quick-reference handbook spells out hundreds of life-saving techniques, commonsense tips, and time-tested...

Herb gardens bring us deep into the heart of our medicine: when we step inside, their beauty and healing literally surround us. Blankespoor shows how to design an herb garden, and organically grow some of the most healing plants on the planet. Detailed herbal profiles, and clear instructions on transforming your garden harvests into botanical medicine and health-giving foods are also covered. A comprehensive and photographed guide to growing and using...

First-ever revision of a classic guidebook. Information on each plant's characteristics, distribution, and medicinal qualities as well as updated taxonomy and 15 new species. How to identify and use wild plants for medicinal purposes.

"For the last 350 years, since the reign of Elizabeth I, Nicholas Culpeper's encyclopedic compendium of the uses and properties of medicinal herbs has been unrivaled in completeness or charm. From Adder's Tongue to Yarrow, each of the 411 herbs is described in detail, along with its "government and virtues," remedies and cautions-much of which has held up remarkably well through many advancements in scientific understanding. This new edition has been...

"In Pure Skin Care ... author and long-time formulator of natural products Stephanie L. Tourles shares her 78 all-time favorite recipes for facial cleansers and scrubs, masks, moisturizers, and steams, along with creams, balms, and exfoliants for the entire body, all formulated to meet the most up-to-date green beauty standards. Readers will find specialized formulas for feet, hands, and sun protection, along with instructions for customizing recipes...

Now more than ever, we are seeking safe and natural ways to help bolster our health from the safety of our own homes. Dr. JJ Pursell, a naturopathic physician and the author of The Herbal Apothecary, is here to help with herbal recipes focused on boosting our immune systems.

Learn to use herbs to treat a variety of digestive ailments and liver diseases. Noted herbal clinician David Hoffman explains the causes and symptoms of 14 common digestive concerns - including constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, peptic ulcers, and gallstones - then offers simple herbal treatments and lifestyle changes. A comprehensive A-to-Z directory of the 37 herbs that most effective promote a healthy digestive system includes thorough preparation...