Treat Ailments the Natural Way with Plants and Herbs from Your Yard Your garden or neighborhood could hold all the plants and herbs you need to treat everything from respiratory issues to nerve pain to colic using natural remedies that are just as good for your body as they are for the environment. The Backyard Herbal Apothecary is packed to the brim with information on 50 different plants, recipes for 56 remedies and beautiful photography on every page. Devon Young, founder of the holistic lifestyle blog Nitty Gritty Life, is a trained herbalist and is well practiced in developing and implementing herbal remedies. As a result, each of Devon’s recipes is a natural and effective tonic for your health concerns. Use cottonwood to make a salve for achy joints, heal minor bumps and bruises with the common yard daisy, infuse some nettle to make an allergy–season combating tincture and so much more, all using safe and locally foraged plants. Poignant, captivating writing awakens the senses as you learn about the healing quality of each plant and discover how to grow and forage plants and herbs in a safe and sustainable way.

An Updated and Expanded New Edition of Backyard Medicine! Modern medicine is truly a blessing. Advances are made with astonishing speed every day, using both science and technology to make our lives longer and healthier. But if the era of modern medicine began less than two hundred years ago, how did people treat sickness and poor health before then? This book holds the answer. Researched and written by a practicing medical herbalist and natural healer, and now with even more herbs and medicinal plants, Backyard Medicine is the basis for a veritable natural pharmacy that anyone can create. Featuring more than 120 easily made herbal home remedies and fully illustrated with nearly three hundred color photographs, this book offers fascinating insights into the literary, historic, and global applications of fifty common wild plants and herbs that can be used in medicines, including: Comfrey Dandelion Honeysuckle Yarrow And so much more! Anyone who wants to improve his or her health in a completely natural way will find this book to be an absolute must-have for his or her home—and garden.

Harness the Healing Power of Plants in Your Home Garden Unlock the benefits of growing and preparing your own restorative herbal remedies at home in this complete guide to cultivating your herbal practice. Devon Young, professional herbalist, trusted author and creator of the blog Nitty Gritty Life, shares her wisdom about everyday healing for you and your family with growing and preparation instructions for over 120 common, easy-to-grow herbs. Accompanied by gorgeous hand-drawn botanical illustrations, this all-in-one reference manual has everything you need to know to grow, harvest and make medicine with the best healing garden plants. Apothecary tips from Devon’s own practice provide a wealth of ideas for simple remedies such as preparing a tincture of feverfew to treat migraines and brewing a tea of sea buckthorn to protect against viruses. With Devon’s expertise, it’s never been easier to become a self-sufficient home herbalist to heal yourself and your family in a holistic, sustainable way.

From modern garden master Stephen Orr comes a new, definitive book on herbs to finally replace the dusty and outdated classics. Here are entries on hundreds of plants that are extraordinarily useful in cooking, homeopathy, and more; dozens of recipes and DIY projects; and beautifully styled photographs so you know just what you're growing. With more than 900 entries, each accompanied by brand new photography and helpful growing advice, The New American Herbal takes the study of herbs to an exciting new level. Orr covers the entire spectrum of herbaceous plants, from culinary to ornamental to aromatic and medicinal, presenting them in an easy to use A to Z format packed with recipes, DIY projects, and stunning examples of garden design highlighting herbal plantings. Learn about the herbs you've always wanted to grow (chervil, chamomile, and lovage), exotic herbs (such as Artemisia, the bitter herb used in Absinthe, or the anti-inflammatory Meadowsweet), and ornamental varieties (Monkshood and Perilla). For cooks there is indispensable guidance on planting and maintaining a bountiful kitchen garden and crafters will delight in dozens of exciting new uses for fresh, dried, and distilled herbs. Here, too, are 40 delicious recipes such as Ragu Bolognese with Fennel and Lemon Semolina Cake with Lavender, as well easy steps for projects such as a hanging herb garden and instructions on how to plant, dry, and preserve your garden’s bounty. Meticulously researched and exhaustive in its scope, The New American Herbal is an irresistible invitation to explore the versatility of herbs in all their beauty and variety.

Do you want to free yourself from the handcuffs of modern expensive medicine? Would you like to heal common ailments with the ancient wisdom that has been revealed by the Native Americans? Two manuscripts rolled up in one. Beautifully illustrated, and clearly presented, this bundle will take its place as your premium comprehensive handbook all the herbal remedies you need. And you'll save money in the process. It covers over 40 native American herbs and provides easy-to-follow instructions for healing 22 common ailments. It also provides notes on the interaction between these herbs and Western medicines, something that has been largely ignored in other references. Moreover, Tamaya reveals several precious remedies from the East Indian and Asiatic traditions. Before Europeans settled in North America, the indigenous people were practicing herbalism. Native Americans selected plants through keen observations of the wildlife around them. They observed animals seeking out herbs and plants when they were sick and noticed their resulting recoveries. They experimented with these herbs and plants to heal themselves. Unfortunately, this knowledge was passed down by word¬ of mouth for the most part and has been almost forgotten by the present generations. Tamaya is aiming to bring their extensive understanding and healing wisdom of herbal remedies back to life. Develop a more holistic way of life and free yourself from conventional medicine. Pharmaceuticals focus on pathology, and many pharmaceuticals carry the risk of side effects. Herbal medicine focuses on the health and healing of the person and emphasizes whole-body care and prevention. NATIVE AMERICAN HERBAL APOTHECARY includes: -The spiritual history of Native American herbalism -Herbalism 101: guidelines for sourcing, preparing, drying and storing herbs -40+ Native American herbs and plants profiles -Uses, dosages and benefits -Caution advises -Common ailments: abscess and gingivitis, acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, breath, back pain, bites and stings, bronchitis, pneumonia and chest cold, sunburns and burns, constipation, depression, diarrhoea, fever, heartburn, reflux and Gerd, dyspepsia and indigestion, sinusitis and stuffy nose, sore throat, sprains and strains, skin, wounds -Detailed instruction for DIY natural medicine .....Ancient Herbalism tradition made easy. What a relief! Never made your herbal medicine? Don't worry, you don't have to be a medical herbalist to make effective usage of natural remedies! Start things off right with the responsible and knowledgeable guidance of herbalist Tamaya. Discover the healing power of herbs to treat common ailments and take healing into your own hands. Are you ready to enter a world of spiritual rejuvenation and radiant health? Then, Buy Your copy today!

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 a 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. -- adapted from back cover

“A brilliant addition to any library.” —Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist and bestselling author More and more people are exploring the healing possibilities of plant-based medicines, and health shops across the country now stock their shelves with natural remedies, but treatments can easily be made at home. The Herbal Apothecary profiles 100 of the most important medicinal plants with striking photographs and step-by-step instructions for making herbal teas, tinctures, compresses, and salves to treat everything from muscle strain to the common cold or anxiety. This holistic guide also includes advice for the home gardener on growing and foraging for medicinal plants. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to plant-based medicine. With the guidance of naturopath JJ Pursell, herb enthusiasts can learn how to safely create their own remedies using plants they know and love.