The Holistic Herbal Directory: A Directory of Herbal Remedies for Everyday Health Problems [Spiral-bound]

Penelope Ody (Author)

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 208 pages
• Publisher: Chartwell Books (June 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0785813519
• ISBN-13: 978-0785813514
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Holistic Herbal Directory by Ody, May 24, 2004

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This review is from: The Holistic Herbal Directory: A Directory of Herbal Remedies for Everyday Health Problems (Spiral-bound)

Buy this book if you have an interest in utilizing herbal preparations for medicinal purposes. A plethora of herbs are
described in great detail. For instance, mutrala karma aids in
the functioning of the urinary tract. Some adherents believe in a balance of tastes involving sweets, sour foods, salt, bitter
and astringent. Thyme is a classic steam inhalent. Hyssop is
utilized for chest rubs. Bai Zhu is used for Qi deficiency.
Devil's Claw is a classic anti-inflammatory. The book is a solid value if you are interested in getting quality information on
herbal preparations.