The ABC Herbal: A Simplified Guide to Natural Health Care for Children [Paperback]

Steven H. Horne (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1995

As a father and parent himself, Steven Horne has focused over twenty years experience as an herbalist to bring you The ABC Herbal, a "common sense" approach to natural health care for your kids.

Addressing a host of common childhood ailments in the easy-to-read little book, Steven will share the same "tried and true" herbal home remedies he uses with his own children.

In this book, you will learn simple methods to make and apply your own herbal preperations your family will enjoy taking.The ABC Herbal is an invaluable resource for all parents concerned with the health and well being of their children.

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About the Author

Steven Horne, author of The ABC Herbal, is a gifted herbalist, writer and teacher who has lectured all over the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, England and Malaysia. Steven lives with his wife and children in Utah.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Whitman Pubns (June 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885653042
• ISBN-13: 978-1885653048
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #71,095 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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More About the Author

Steven Horne, the "herb guy," is professional member and past president of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG) and a professional member of the International Iridology Practitioner's Association (IIPA). He has also served on the board of directors of both organizations.
An herbalist, natural health teacher, author, and consultant, his work has taken him all over the United States and Canada and to several foreign countries, including Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, England and Mainland China to share this wealth of knowledge. He is a popular speaker and students find what he teaches is practical and easy to understand and apply.
Steven is the founder of Kether-One, Inc., which publishes educational materials on natural healing as Tree of Light Publishing, and offers educational programs through The School of Modern Herbal Medicine. Steven also offers personal health consultations through ABC Herbs in St. George, UT.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars ABC Herbal, December 10, 1999

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Airwrecka - See all my reviews

This review is from: The ABC Herbal: A Simplified Guide to Natural Health Care for Children (Paperback)

I started my very long journey into the world of herbs and alternative medicine with this little book. As a young mother of two children who were constantly plagued with ear infections and yeast infections (from too many antibiotics) I found this book a wonderful place to begin. Even if you choose not to follow the specific recommendations of Steven Horne you will get a simplified overview of how and why herbal remedies work. This turned out to be my primary motivator for getting started. Steven and his wife have raised all their children on herbal remedies...mostly homemade. Fortunately herbs are widely accessible at retail herbal stores and mail order now so one does not have to be overwhelmed by the prospect of concocting all your own medicines. He explains WHY a person gets a fever and HOW to remedy it. He explains the most practical tools for helping your children (and family) build stronger immune systems both with herbs and with love. And there is much more. Upon his recommendations I have been able to cure my 4 children of countless illnesses and their pediatrician has deemed them the "healthiest kids in his practice". FYI Steven Horne is against immunizing children and explains his reasons why but I found the majority of the book to be very helpful in giving me a basic understanding about where to start in treating my own family and taking more personal responsibility for their physical well-being.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The ABC Herbal - great book!, April 18, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The ABC Herbal: A Simplified Guide to Natural Health Care for Children (Paperback)

After my 7 month old caught his 3rd cold, I opened The ABC Herbal to see what I could find to help my little guy stay well. I read it in one sitting and couldn't believe I hadn't taken the time to read it before then. It is a wonderful book that gives you some basic information about how herbs work, then gives you remedies and sources for herbs suitable for children. Although the book is geared for treatment of children, the concepts are universal and can be applied to adults, as well. This book is an excellent resource, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for alternative ways to get well and stay healthy (children and adults!)

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any Parent, February 27, 2000

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Rhonda Nickerson (Chuluota, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The ABC Herbal: A Simplified Guide to Natural Health Care for Children (Paperback)

This is a must have for any parent interested in taking charge of their children's health. I am a mother of a 2 year old and have used this since before my son was born. Mr. Horne carefully explains how to prevent as well as treat current illnesses. He has scientific knowledge to backup what he says, but does not way the text down with medical jargon. He is an excellent teacher and practices what he preaches. This is an excellent book to start out on if you are unfamiliar with the natural health field or if you are an expert. JUST GET IT, you will love it! He makes so much common sense that you will wonder why you didn't think of some of the stuff yourself. I refer to his books constantly and wouldn't travel or be without this one!