A simple and practical guide that will teach you how to use herbs to treat and prevent common illnesses
For thousands of years, herbs were used as a natural remedy for many common ailments. In Herbal Cures, experienced herbalist Christine Scallan rediscovers the traditional herbal methods for healing illness, managing symptoms and improving general well-being.
In this simple, practical guide, she will show you the easy and effective ways you can use herbs to improve your health, ease ailments and enhance your moods, using herbs as a complement to conventional medical treatments.
In Herbal Cures, veteran Irish herbalist Christine Scallan will teach you all about the natural healing power of traditional Irish herbal superfoods: kelp, honey, apple cider vinegar and pollen. You will also discover the benefits of using herbs as food and flavouring as she explores:
- The curative properties and uses of herbs
- Where they are most commonly found
- How to prepare herbal remedies
- Making and using poultices, oils, infusions and decoctions. In Herbal Cures, you will learn how to use herbs such as basil, peppermint, marjoram and St John's Wort to treat a huge range of ailments such as:
- Sinusitis
- Acne
- Diarrhoea
- Depression
- Migraine
- AsthmaHerbal Cures will teach you the A–Z of herbs and show you how to integrate them in your daily diet, making you a happier, healthier and more vital person.
