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It's strong, pleasantly scratchy and yet soothing to my itching throat. Within 15 minutes, the sneezing and weepy eyes have stopped. And while the effect lasts just a couple of hours, I feel none of the drowsiness of my usual antihistamine. --The Daily Telegraph, 23 June 2008
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Britain's hedgerows abound with forgotten remedies for countless health problems. Julie Bruton-Seal, practicising medical herbalist, together with her co-author, the editor and writer Matthew Seal, have responded to the growing interest in natural medicine by aiming this book at the amateur who wants to improve his or her health in the same way that mankind has done for centuries around the world: by using local wild plants and herbs. There are clear instructions about which plants to harvest, when, and over 120 recipes showing how to make them into teas, vinegars, oils, creams, pillows, poultices or alcohol-based tinctures. Julie and Matthew explain which ailments can be treated, and what benefits can be expected. As well as being packed with practical information on using 50 native plants, Hedgerow Medicine also gives a fascinating insight into the literary, historic and worldwide application of these herbal remedies.
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66 of 66 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is such a useful book. It offers sound, practical advice on using some of the most common wayside plants found in the UK along with full botanical information, clear photographs and interesting folklore associated with each plant. For each herb included there is a list of ailments which might benefit from it's use and the appropriate form of preparation to use. Beginners to herbalism would certainly find this a very interesting and inspiring book to have on hand while more advanced herbalist might find the list of herbs included rather limiting although I suspect they might find some of the recipes both novel and useful.
Definately recommended for all herbalists both new and advanced.
Definately recommended for all herbalists both new and advanced.
37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
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Excellent book - extremely helpful and covers some of the folklore that seems to be missing from everyday life now. Have tried some of the rememdies and they have worked brilliantly. Wholeheartedly recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn or know more about medicine that is just so readily available!
60 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is an excellent book written by an experienced and qualified herbalist. It's not just another book about traditional or theoretical uses - the author has incorporated personal anecdotes and her actual experiences of using the herbs. She also includes practical tips on how to harvest and process the plant material. It is interesting equally for folks who have had little contact with the herbal world and also lots of titbits for those with experience. I'm a herbalist myself - I have loads of herb books in my library - I'd definitely recommend this one for anyone who wishes to take responsibility for health back into their own hands.
The world we live in, with so much disinformation from the vested interests of Big Pharma, the disempowering propaganda of the orthodox medical profession, and the spectre of the evil Codex alimentarius looming on the horizon (if you've not heard of this please look into it and act to oppose this NOW - its THE most important piece of legislation affecting our lives right now and its being brought in under the radar by powerful vested interests). This book brings the information we need to take back control of our health safely and without the need to resort to dangerous chemicals.
The world we live in, with so much disinformation from the vested interests of Big Pharma, the disempowering propaganda of the orthodox medical profession, and the spectre of the evil Codex alimentarius looming on the horizon (if you've not heard of this please look into it and act to oppose this NOW - its THE most important piece of legislation affecting our lives right now and its being brought in under the radar by powerful vested interests). This book brings the information we need to take back control of our health safely and without the need to resort to dangerous chemicals.
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Hrdgerow medicine
Excellent book. Does what it says - tells you where to find plants, beautiful clear photos help easily identify them. Read more
Published 1 month ago by tattybogle
Recomended.
This is a wonderful, delightful little book, a little gem for sure. I`m gonna buy this book for my Mum, she`ll love it.
Published 1 month ago by Paul Rohe
A mine of information! I highly recommend this book.
Bought this as a present for my sister and she is as impressed as I am by the easily accessible text, photos, recipes and uses of plants and trees you find growing wild in city and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by j
Great Book!
This is a great book for anybody wishing to explore the world of healing herbs and natural medicines. It has clear pictures which make it easy to identify each plant. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jasper
Great book
Like everyone else, I'm really impressed by this book. I bought it for my sister, but only just managed to give it to her. Read more
Published 4 months ago by ferga
hedgerow medicine
This is a really fantastic, helpful book. It not only describes the plants themselves and where to find them, but also exactly what to do with them. Read more
Published 8 months ago by a j smith
Fab
Great book, well laid out, lovely to look at, interesting with good photography. I'm so glad I bought this book, the info is not overwhelming, as some herbalism books can be, there... Read more
Published 11 months ago by MrsFraser
beautiful book
I have learn to recognize the wild plants from the pictures found in this book...are so beautiful and acurate. Read more
Published 12 months ago by rusu tincuta
excellent
Simply one of the best books I have found on the subject, well laid out, easy to read,lots of pics (although you can tell one or two are not professional). Read more
Published 13 months ago by Mr. W. M. Newitt
A Great Introduction To Basic Herbalism
My husband just bought me this book for our anniversary and I'm really pleased with it. It's laid out well & is the kind of book that you browse through even without having an... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Z. Meyer
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