Herbal defence - Robyn Landis

A practical guide to healing with herbs and foods. Contains the very latest information about the wide range of safe, non-addictive remedies available over the counter.

'Smart' herbs are big business and this book is a very readable reference for making your body stronger using their healing power. It puts herbs into a useful context for the lay person and each chapter deals with a different theme: such as allergies, anti-ageing, women's disorders (such as PMS, menopause), men's disorders, treating childhood problems etc.

Complete with a coherent and readable introduction to the history of herbalism, the book also offers guidance on herb dosages, preparation and storage; and excellent recipes for health tonics and special healing foods.