Herbal Goddess: Discover the Amazing Spirit of 12 Healing Herbs with Teas, Potions, Salves, Food, Yoga, and More
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Herbal Goddess: Discover the Amazing Spirit of 12 Healing Herbs with Teas, Potions, Salves, Food, Yoga, and More
By (Author) Amy Jirsa
Workman Publishing
Storey Publishing LLC
21st April 2015
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Cookery / food by ingredient: herbs, spices, oils and vinegars
615.321
Physical Properties
Paperback
256
Width 166mm, Height 216mm, Spine 16mm
540g
Description
An enlivening introduction to the health benefits of herbs, with simple preparations, creative ways to incorporate natural therapies into daily life, and gentle stretches designed to enhance each plant's potency. Working with 12 common herbs, Amy Jirsa offers recipes and ideas to open your mind, strengthen your body, and nourish your spirit. In-depth profiles show you how to unlock the powerful properties of calendula, chamomile, cinnamon, dandelion, echinacea, elder, ginger, holy basil, lavender, nettle, rose, and turmeric through delicious teas and foods, luxurious salves, skin and hair care treatments, complementary yoga poses, and meditations. Discover the natural keys to radiant health and wellness. AUTHOR: Amy Jirsa is the author of Herbal Goddess and a master herbalist and yoga instructor. She writes regularly for a variety of natural living publications, including the online journals elephant journal and MindBodyGreen. She blogs at quietearthyoga.com and lives in Maine.
Reviews
The Herbal Goddess is a delightful invitation into the magic, healing power, and joy of herbs . . . a truly wonderful book that will entrance those just beginning their herbal journey.--Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist and author of Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide
A beautiful and well-written book that makes the art of natural healing accessible and enjoyable.--Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac, MAOM, E-RYT, and founder of Yoga Medicine
Let The Herbal Goddess take you by the hand and lead you down the ancient path where you'll become intimately familiar with 12 common herbs . . . learning to integrate them into every facet of your mind, body, and spirit.--Stephanie Tourles, herbalist and author of Hands-On Healing Remedies and Organic Body Care Recipes
Author Bio
Amy Jirsa is the author of Herbal Goddess and a master herbalist and yoga instructor. She writes regularly for a variety of natural living publications, including the online journals elephant journal and MindBodyGreen. She blogs at quietearthyoga.com and lives in Maine.
