Nature's remedies: an illustrated guide to healing herbs

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"Throughout history, herbs have been used to promote health and vitality. Ancient cultures viewed them as gifts from the gods; and today, herbal remedies are more popular than ever, appreciated for their effectiveness, and as safe, eco-friendly, and affordable methods of self-nourishment. This beautifully illustrated guide to herbal medicine demystifies this trusted tradition, offering overviews of herbs and their origins, uses, and benefits, plus tips for sourcing and enjoying them in a variety of simple preparations including teas, tinctures, topical creams, and fragrant oils, among others. Explore herbal remedies and celebrate nature as a source of potent healing power and inspiration to live a better, more healthful life"--;"Throughout history, herbs have been used medicinally to promote healing and vitality. Think chamomile for enhanced sleep, milk thistle for detox, and elderberry for an immunity boost. Today, herbal remedies are more popular than ever, celebrated not just for their effectiveness but also as all-natural and affordable. This beginner-friendly guide welcomes a new generation to the trusted tradition. Engagingly written for a wide audience of homemakers, nature lovers, and fans of organic living, it presents richly detailed profiles of more than 65 herbs, including historical overviews, usages, how-to tips, and beautiful watercolor illustrations--all in a gift-worthy, hardcover package"--