Home Herbal Remedies

Herbs have been used for many years for their powerful properties, and have been shown to offer a gentle, therapeutic treatment for common conditions without the offputting side effects of many modern drugs. This comprehensive and practical guide uncovers the secrets of using herbal remedies. An initial chapter explains the history and explains how to plan sensible doses and how herbs can be used safely, on their own or alongside conventional medicines and treatments. The next chapter shows various herbal approaches that can be used at home, from growing herbs to using essential oils and poultices and compresses. The core of the book concentrates on herbal remedies for common ailments. A wide-ranging list of complaints shows the symptoms of each, with advice and step-by-step sequences on treatments to help alleviate the problem. Suggestions include rosemary tea for poor memory and concentration, feverfew for migraine prevention, a sweet violet tincture for sleep disturbances, marigold salve for skin irritations, a rosemary compress for menstrual problems, and lavender oil for healing burns. The concluding chapter shows how to use herbs for various beauty treatments, ranging from enhancing facial care to caring for teeth and maintaining fresh breath. This indispensable guide shows how to use herbal treatments safely to treat the everyday ailments that assail us all, as well as to stimulate our defences and boost our overall well-being.