The good living guide to natural and herbal remedies : simple salves, teas, tinctures, and more
(Book)

Includes bibliographic references (pages 289-300) and index.

For Millennia, people have turned to nature for healing. This back-to-nature home remedy guide details effective herbal medicines for common family health issues: from an upset stomach to sore muscles, wound, healing to acne and body care. Featured herbs include turmeric, Livender nettles, heartsease, self heal, junipers, sage, and lesser-known healing plants such as watercress, daisy, and sunflowers. Packed full of herbal wisdom traditional herb use, and just the right amount of science, readers will gain confidence in plant identification as they dive into the art of creating their own elixirs at home. Katolen Yardley Mnimh, teaches courses in herbal medicine and lectures international. Current president of the Canadian Herbalist's Association of British Columbia, since 1998, Katolen has appeared on a nationality syndicated morning news show where she offers herbal information to the public. Book jacket.