New Herb Bible

The bestselling guide to herbal remedies completely revised and expanded. Since its original publication in 1992, Earl Mindell’s Herb Bible has become the definitive guide to the world of herbal remedies. Recognized as today’s leading trend in self-care, herbs can help you heal faster, live longer, and look better. In this completely updated edition, one of the world’s foremost authorities on nutrition and natural remedies demystifies the language and lore of herbs and shows you how to choose and use herbs and herbal treatments—from the traditional favorites to those on the cutting edge. Here is new and valuable information on how herbs can treat depression and anxiety, boost energy, improve your sex life, combat aging, prevent illness, and speed healing. Highlights include: -Thirty new “Hot Hundred” herbs -A new section devoted specifically to anti-aging herbs -New and completely updated information on the fastest selling herbs: St. John’s Wort, kava kava, grapeseed extract, and green tea -Special updated chapters on “A Man’s Body” and “A Woman’s Body” And much more.

Presents a guide to herbs including herb gardening, descriptions of various herbs, and using herbs for medicine, cosmetics and cooking.

"The long awaited revision of THE HERB BIBLE, which sold more than half-a-million copies worldwide complete with uptodate new and easy to use information on herbs, Earl Mindell explains exactly how and when to use each herb, including * a major new section on anti-ageing herbs * thirty all-new 'Hot 100 Herbs' * herbs for the relief of problems specific to men and women *hot herbal beauty tips *how to use aromatherapy oils for healing"

The new edition of the IACP-award-winning book on spice. Cooks everywhere use spices and herbs to enhance food flavors and to create new taste combinations and sensations. From bay leaves to lemongrass to vanilla beans, a well-stocked kitchen must have a wide selection of herbs and spices. This expanded and completely revised new edition is the culmination of Ian Hemphill's lifelong experience in the spice industry. It is a fascinating and authoritative guide. Hemphill describes a wide range of global herbs and spices used in modern kitchens either alone or in wonderful blends. He completely demystifies the art of combining herbs and spices and home cooks can meet and enjoy a world of flavors previously found only at internationally inspired restaurants. He provides the inside story based on his extensive experience in this ancient and stimulating industry. The third edition features 6 new spice entries (for a total of 97), 102 new recipes, 33 new curry spice blends and 17 new spice blends. There is also a new and fascinating section, Travels in the Spice Trade, that includes his personal anecdotes and travel stories. The interior pages have been completely redesigned and reorganized with full color throughout. All the entries are listed alphabetically with a detailed color photo of every herb and spice. There are also comprehensive and handy storage suggestions with details for every herb and spice. A full-circle culinary experience in the world of herbs and spices, this new edition is still the definitive reference in its field.

A new guide to natural healing offers herbal remedies for sufferers of depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, and a host of other ailments, as well as tips on stocking a household herbal medicine chest.

The Herb Bible provides a full and comprehensive way to discover the world of herbs. It shows you how easy it is to grow herbs in your own garden, how to make simple and delicious recipes using herbs and tips on how to use herbs to make your life simpler and healthier.

A resource guide to the use of herbs in treatment of illness, general health, special needs of men and women, and more.