The New Healing Herbs: The Classic Guide to Nature's Best Medicines Featuring the Top 100 Time-Tested Herbs

ISBN: 1579543049

Author: Castleman, Michael

Condition: New

An Essential Update of the Classic Herb Reference With Over 1 Million Copies in Print!A decade ago, The Healing Herbs set the standard for consumer guides to herbal medicine. This newly revised, expanded edition takes you to the cutting edge of herb research-- and shows you how to get the most from nature's oldest remedies.Whether you're a first-time herb user or experienced in herbal medicine, The New Healing Herbs provides essential information for making medicinal plants part of your self-care regimen. Inside you'll find...* Groundbreaking discoveries about the therapeutic benefits of popular herbs such as echinacea, ginkgo, and St. John's wort* In-depth profiles of up-and-coming herbs-- including 12 not featured in the original edition* Clear, concise dosage instructions and safe-use guidelines* Valuable advice for buying, storing, and preparing herbal remedies* Fascinating facts from the 5,000-year history of herbal medicine* A comprehensive cure-finder chart for more than 100 common conditionsThe New Healing Herbs provides a 21st-century perspective on a time-honored therapeutic tradition. It's the only resource you need to answer all your questions about herbal medicine and to use herbs with confidence.