Twig, Bud, Leaf and Root: An Introduction for Beginners to Medicinal Herbs and Plants and the Art of Herbalism

Ever wonder what exactly a medicinal plant or herb is? Are they some kind of mystical plants with wonderful healing properties that glow with light right when you need them? How do people figure out what plants around them are good for?

How about essential oils, salves and herbal teas? What are they and how are they best used? There are so many different ways that medicinal herbs and plants have been used in herbalism and alternative medicine that it can get confusing when you are first learning about the wonderful natural alternatives open to you to further your good health.

In this concise, clear and informative beginner’s book, Candace Carroll introduces you to the history behind herbalism, why medicinal plants and herbs are exactly what your body needs to thrive and how you can begin using some of them for yourself.
Some of the amazing info in this book includes…

A short history behind herbalism and how modern medicine grew out of its practice.
Tips for how to use herbs and medicinal plants with caution and good effect.
Some surprising culinary herbs that you use every day that have amazing health benefits.
Ideas to begin using herbs and medicinal plants in your everyday life.
A list of the top fifteen healing herbs.
The many different herbal preparations you will find and what they are best used for.

If you are curious about herbs and medicinal plants and the fascinating history behind them and their use, then Twig, Bud, Leaf and Root is a great introduction to your journey into the plant world!