Simple Home Herbal Remedies (Marshall Factfile S.) - Softcover

Ody, Penelope

Softcover

ISBN 10: 184028305X ISBN 13: 9781840283051

Publisher: Marshall Editions, 1999

Synopsis

This handbook examines how herbs can be used to treat both minor conditions such as cuts and bruises and more serious problems like asthma or hay fever, in adults and in children. The therapeutic qualities of herbs, however, are not confined to the body: they also have proven effective in relieving mental problems such as depression, stress and panic attacks. But herbs are more than remedies - they have a vital role to play in keeping the body healthy and protecting it from illness. The final section of the book evaluates the role of herbs in overall good health. The factfile is intended for busy people who want to access the information they need quickly, so all remedies are easy to make and prepare or are available over the counter.

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Review

For generations herbal remedies were the most popular way of treating ailments, whether taken internally or used as poultices on the outside of the body. These days we are all re-learning the benefits of natural medicine and are looking at ways of treating the body without always resorting to a prescription for an ailment that can be treated in some other way.

Simple Home Herbal Remedies is a comprehensive, well-organised guide which breaks down into six simple categories: herbs for minor ailments, herbs for the body, herbs for the mind, herbs for men and women, herbs for children and herbs to keep you healthy. Each section is colour-coded for easy accessibility and within the separate sections, there is a further breakdown of different conditions and their treatment.

At no point does the book recommend using herbs rather than traditional medicine for severe conditions or illnesses but rather it guides the reader through the supplements and alternatives that can help on a day-to-day basis, taking some of the stress out of bumps and bruises, tummy upsets, allergies, tension and other more serious problems.--Susan Harrison

About this edition

• Publisher: Marshall Editions
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 184028305X
• ISBN 13: 9781840283051
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112