The How to Herb Book

The authors, Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon, have done a great job of providing concise and extensive information on 71 herbs, 38 vitamins and minerals, and 175 of the most common ailments for women, children and families.

The herb section includes for each herb: classification, a brief description and an extensive list of the most common uses. Pages on vitamins and minerals cover the positive effects and explain in detail why each substance is needed and what can happen if the body becomes deficient. Also stated is toxicity, enemies, natural food sources and all of the herbs included in the book which contain the nutrient being discussed.

Over 150 conditions and ailments are addressed with treatment options for herbs, herbal combinations, diet changes and/or exercise. Several pages are devoted to helping the reader to understand the need and the methods for cleansing. Also included are a few specialized chapters focusing on women, infants and children and last, but definitely not least, is a chapter with herbal preparations and recipes. The authors give directions on how to make infusions, decoctions, compresses (fomentation), extracts, tinctures, oils, ointments, bolus, capsules, poultices, baths, syrups, plasters, packs and salves.

Finally, this book is very well formatted and organized. It was very easy to read and has a very comprehensive Table of Contents and Index which makes it very easy to find your desired treatment or herbal fix in seconds.

I am very pleased with my recent acquisition. I would recommend The How To Herb Book (Mayfield Publications ISBN 0-9617825-0-1) to all herbal enthusiasts. A great anchor book for the beginning herbal patron and a much needed addition to complete the serious herbalist's library.

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