Abstract
About the Book
Backyard Medicine is a great guide for those who believe in natural healing as an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and for those who simply wish to learn more about herbalism. Packed with nearly 300 color photographs and over 120 recipes for at-home herbal remedies, Backyard Medicine offers fascinating traditional solutions for everyday ailments.
About the Authors
Julie Bruton-Steal is a practicing medical herbalist and natural healer. She is a council member of the Association of Master Herbalists and editor of its quarterly magazine, Nature's Path. Matthew Seal is a writer and editor.
Featured Herbs
- Agrimony, pp. 3-6
- California Poppy, p. 73
- Cherry, pp. 24-25
- Coltsfoot, pp. 35-37
- Comfrey, pp. 38-41
- Dandelion, pp. 50-55
- Guelder Rose, pp. 62-63
- Honeysuckle, Honeysuckle, Woodbine (Lonicera periclymenum), pp. 70 – 71
- Horse Chestnut, pp. 74-7
- Horsetail, pp. 81 - 83
- Mallow, pp. 93 -5
- Marsh Mallow, p. 95
- Meadowsweet, pp. 96-9
- Oak, pp. 120-3
- Pellitory-of-the-Wall, pp. 124-5
- Raspberry, pp. 136-138
- Red Poppy, pp. 142-145
- Self-heal, pp. 151-154
- Sweet Birch, pp. 13 - 15
- Willow, pp. 184-185
- Yarrow, pp. 192-6
