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Herbalism 101: How to Grow Herbs, Learn About Holistic Health, and Become a Herbalist From A to Z
This book is designed to help you reach full potential and unlock true holism through the help of plant allies. It is through countless hours of personal research and exploration that I created a guide to becoming your own herbal practioner, by encouraging exploration and creativity in conjunction with wise and time-tested knowledge. Herbalism, as a transformative art, is a way to get back to our roots and the source of potent medicine that our ancestors have used for millennia before us. Herbalism can help us be self-sufficient instead of relying on store-bought products that are filled with toxins. You will get to understand yours herbs via a thorough introduction to the various spheres of herbalism, the history and cultural contexts, and how the practice can improve your life, highlighting all the purposes from the sacred to the mundane.
This book will take you through the science of herbalism and how the constituents interact with your body to produce herbal actions. Then it will lay down context for growing, harvesting, and finally, creating your own herbal apothecary. Lastly and certainly not least, it will go over all the ways that you can have a sustainable and earth- friendly practice through the principles of wildcrafting, permaculture, and biodynamics.
About the Expert
Heather got her Masters in Public Health, majoring in Epidemiology and Global Health in 2017. She has been interested in plant medicine her whole life, which only intensified the more she traveled the globe. She is a self- taught herbalist who never stops learning about new herbal usages. She creates all her own beauty and skin products. At any time of the day a "Wild Heather" can been seen in her natural habitat, foraging for herbs. She believes the human potential can sky-rocket with the infinite benefits of working with herbs. Heather uses herbalism to aid in holistic health and treat acute illnesses. She is an avid yogi and travel adventurer. She believes herbs aided her endurance to run marathons, play volleyball, and run Division 1 cross country, all while going to University. Her all-time favorite herbs to work with is yarrow, chamomile, mint, and lavender.
HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.
This book will take you through the science of herbalism and how the constituents interact with your body to produce herbal actions. Then it will lay down context for growing, harvesting, and finally, creating your own herbal apothecary. Lastly and certainly not least, it will go over all the ways that you can have a sustainable and earth- friendly practice through the principles of wildcrafting, permaculture, and biodynamics.
About the Expert
Heather got her Masters in Public Health, majoring in Epidemiology and Global Health in 2017. She has been interested in plant medicine her whole life, which only intensified the more she traveled the globe. She is a self- taught herbalist who never stops learning about new herbal usages. She creates all her own beauty and skin products. At any time of the day a "Wild Heather" can been seen in her natural habitat, foraging for herbs. She believes the human potential can sky-rocket with the infinite benefits of working with herbs. Heather uses herbalism to aid in holistic health and treat acute illnesses. She is an avid yogi and travel adventurer. She believes herbs aided her endurance to run marathons, play volleyball, and run Division 1 cross country, all while going to University. Her all-time favorite herbs to work with is yarrow, chamomile, mint, and lavender.
HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.
78 pages, Hardcover
Published October 17, 2019
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May 23, 2024
This book is a comprehensive guide aimed at empowering you to realize your full potential and embrace holistic living with the aid of plant allies. Drawing from extensive personal research and exploration, I've crafted a roadmap for becoming your own herbal practitioner, emphasizing both creativity and the wisdom of traditional knowledge. Herbalism, as an ancient and transformative art, reconnects us with our roots and the potent medicinal resources that sustained our ancestors for millennia. By adopting herbal practices, we reclaim self-sufficiency and reduce dependence on commercially-produced products laden with harmful chemicals.
Throughout this book, you'll embark on a journey that begins with a deep dive into the fundamentals of herbalism, exploring its diverse spheres, historical roots, and cultural contexts. You'll gain insights into how herbal practices can enrich every aspect of life, from sacred rituals to everyday wellness routines.
The book delves into the scientific underpinnings of herbalism, elucidating how the bioactive constituents of plants interact with the body to promote healing and vitality. It then guides you through the practical aspects of cultivating and harvesting herbs, empowering you to establish your own herbal apothecary.
Furthermore, it emphasizes sustainable practices that harmonize with the Earth, covering essential topics such as wildcrafting, permaculture, and biodynamics. These principles ensure that your herbal journey not only benefits personal health but also nurtures environmental stewardship.
In essence, "Herbalism 101" is your indispensable companion to understanding, practicing, and thriving with herbal medicine. It blends ancient wisdom with modern science, encouraging a holistic approach to well-being that honors both personal health and planetary wellness.
Throughout this book, you'll embark on a journey that begins with a deep dive into the fundamentals of herbalism, exploring its diverse spheres, historical roots, and cultural contexts. You'll gain insights into how herbal practices can enrich every aspect of life, from sacred rituals to everyday wellness routines.
The book delves into the scientific underpinnings of herbalism, elucidating how the bioactive constituents of plants interact with the body to promote healing and vitality. It then guides you through the practical aspects of cultivating and harvesting herbs, empowering you to establish your own herbal apothecary.
Furthermore, it emphasizes sustainable practices that harmonize with the Earth, covering essential topics such as wildcrafting, permaculture, and biodynamics. These principles ensure that your herbal journey not only benefits personal health but also nurtures environmental stewardship.
In essence, "Herbalism 101" is your indispensable companion to understanding, practicing, and thriving with herbal medicine. It blends ancient wisdom with modern science, encouraging a holistic approach to well-being that honors both personal health and planetary wellness.
January 16, 2026
Listened to audio version and the awful narration (has to be AI because if that was a real person….yikes) made it impossible to finish. I will try to find the print copy.
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