Lavender soothes to sleep, tea tree is effective for alleviating skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, aloe relieves and calms sunburn. Plants have the power to heal. Over Christmas I received an exceptional book from my brother called National Geographic Guide to Medicinal Herbs. I am a firm believer in a holistic approach for many ailments. I am not suggesting to ignore medical advancements, but I do think that with all the pharmacological options, it is easy to just take a pill. There are alternatives, healthy alternatives with far less risk of side effects found in these medicinal herbs. The book is broken down into sections including the Respiratory and Digestive systems. It is amazing how long certain cultures have relied on the healing properties of the resources readily available in nature. The majority of these plants and herbs can now be found right at the grocery store, spice shops, or can be home grown. It is so simple to add a dash of this or a bit of that to flavor a meal and reap the helpful benefits. This book is filled with practical suggestions and remedies.
