{"product_id":"modern-herbal-dispensatory-book-thomas-easley-9781623170790","title":"The Modern Herbal Dispensatory","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe beloved best-selling classic for the modern herbalist--a definitive guide to 250 safe and effective herbal medicines, preparations, and single-herb remedies to make at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive, full-color guide offers detailed and easy-to-follow instructions for making and using approximately 250 all-natural DIY herbal medicines. With practical tips, in-depth preparation techniques, and an inside look at some of the authors' own favorite formulas, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Modern Herbal Dispensatory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e walks beginners and advanced herbalists alike through: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- \u003cb\u003eThe 12 major categories of herbs\u003c\/b\u003e, from aromatic to sweet\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eHerbal preparations\u003c\/b\u003e the many ways to prepare and use herbs, from capsules and tinctures to standardized extracts and essential oils\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eChoosing the best dosage form for each category of herb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eHow to harvest, dry, and use fresh herbs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eExtractions\u003c\/b\u003e terms, equipment, solvents, and calculations, plus how to extract herbs in water, alcohol, glycerin, and vinegar\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eAdvanced techniques: \u003c\/b\u003e like percolation extracts, fluid extracts, and soxhlet extracts\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003ePreparations\u003c\/b\u003e like oil-based extractions, topical applications, concentrates, lozenges, traditional Chinese methods, and more\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eFormulas and dosages: \u003c\/b\u003e how to design herbal formulas and use herbs safely and effectively\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eHerbal insights and need-to-know wisdom\u003c\/b\u003e, like why different preparations of the same herb affect the body differently; which herbs are medicinal when dry, but could be toxic when fresh; and why beginners typically see more potent results with formulations versus single-herb preparations \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe text includes multiple appendices, recommendations for further reading, in-depth full-color photo guides, and a helpful index. With advice on herbal preparations for 100+ illnesses and conditions and a comprehensive \u003ci\u003emateria medica\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Modern Herbal Dispensatory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is an enduring classic and beloved plant-medicine reference manual for herbalists, natural medicine practitioners, and anyone seeking safe, holistic, at-home care and inexpensive all-natural remedies.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49708616220945,"sku":"CIN1623170796G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ GARDNERS","offer_id":49734901006609,"sku":"NGR9781623170790","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49757829529873,"sku":"CIN1623170796VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"GB \/ VERY_GOOD \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":50468257399057,"sku":"GOR009913300","price":16.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51039900336401,"sku":"NIN9781623170790","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"GB \/ GOOD \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":52415544721681,"sku":"GOR014519851","price":15.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1623170796.jpg?v=1751214065","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/en-gb\/products\/modern-herbal-dispensatory-book-thomas-easley-9781623170790","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}