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PublishedNorth Atlantic, December 2016 |
ISBN9781623170790 |
FormatSoftcover, 376 pages |
Dimensions23.6cm × 17.8cm × 2.3cm |
A bestselling, full-color guide to making and using approximately 250 herbal medicines at home, with instructions for everything from harvesting to administering low-cost, DIY remedies
The trusted guide that transforms herbal knowledge into real medicine-250 safe and effective remedies you can make at home.
The essential guide to making herbal medicine that works-because method matters.
You've tried the teas. Tinkered with tinctures. Flipped through gorgeous herb books that left you wondering- Why don't my remedies work?
Here's the truth- How you make plant medicine is just as important as what you use.
The Modern Herbal Dispensatory reveals what clinical herbalists know-the techniques and preparations that unlock each herb's full healing power. With 250 proven remedies and clear step-by-step instructions, it turns your kitchen into a real herbal pharmacy.
Inside You'll Learn-
. 250 Proven Remedies for Real Results- Fire Cider that clears sinuses fast, Elderberry Syrup for immune support, Garlic-Mullein Oil for earaches, and more
. Why Preparation Matters- Get the right effect from the right form-bitters activate digestion when tasted, and yarrow tea may support sweating and gut relief better than capsules
. The Six Tissue States- Go beyond symptoms-match herbs to underlying imbalances like heat, cold, dampness, or tension
. The Math Made Easy- Master ratios, percentages, and dosages with clear, practical charts
. Extraction Methods, Demystified- From teas and tinctures to advanced percolation, fluid extracts, and Soxhlet setups-with full-color visual guides
. The 12 Categories of Herbs- Why pungent herbs extract best in alcohol, mucilants need water, and some must be dried before use
. Every Form, Every Function- Covers the full spectrum-from teas and tinctures to oils, lozenges, extracts, and advanced preparations
. Designed for Real Use- Includes full-color photo guides, sourcing tips, multiple appendices, and a complete index for quick reference
What Makes This Book Different-
Most herb books tell you what plants do. The Modern Herbal Dispensatory shows you how to extract their full power-with the precision needed for results.
"If you've ever wondered which extraction method to use, or hesitated to try percolation, this clear and concise guide will become a trusted companion."
-Guido Mase, co-founder & co-director, Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism
Perfect For-
. Beginners ready to move beyond DIY tea blends
. Herbalists who want consistent, potent formulas
. Health practitioners expanding into plant-based care
. Anyone building a natural medicine cabinet that works
The Herbal Standard for Over a Decade-
Used in schools, clinics, and apothecaries nationwide, The Modern Herbal Dispensatory is the go-to reference for serious herbalists.
Your herbs are only as powerful as your methods. Now's the time to make real medicine.
