Alchemy of Herbs

"In this practical book, Rosalee de la Fort reintroduces us to familiar kitchen herbs and spices, helping us to see them in a new light. Through personal and intimate storytelling, she teaches how to match herbs to people effectively instead of using them as pharmaceutical alternatives. Drawn in by the abundant, delicious recipes, you may come to this book as a home chef, but you will leave as an herbalist, transformed by the power of Rosalees alchemy." Guido Mas, author of The Wild Medicine Solution and DIY Bitters "Alchemy of Herbs puts the power of some of the most potent herbal medicines on the planet into your hands. These medicines have been tried and tested for millennia. And now, by combining ancient wisdom with modern scientific understanding, Rosalee de la Fort helps you put natures pharmacy to work. Whether you want more energy, better digestion, deeper sleep, or to get sick less often, Alchemy of Herbs will give you the knowledge you need to restore your health and to contribute to lasting wellness. At once inspirational and deeply practical, this is a book to treasure, and to keep close at hand for the rest of your life." Ocean Robbins, co-host and CEO of The Food Revolution Network "Its rare to find a writer who can describe complex ideas with such clarity and skill that anyone can grasp their subjectRosalee de la Fort is one of those souls. In this book, shes broken down the energetic qualities and medicinal uses of herbs into an accessible and coherent format. If youve ever struggled with matching herbs to peoplethe true gift of an herbalistRosalee gives you the tools to understand how herbs can effectively 'nudge' the bodys leanings back into a state of balance. Alchemy of Herbs contains detailed medicinal profiles, zesty recipes, and time-honored plant wisdom. The perfect makings of a top-shelf herbal book that you will treasure for years, and turn to for inspiration time and time again." Juliet Blankespoor, herbalist and founder of the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine "This is a wonderfully accessible guide to introducing a medicine chest of healing plants in daily life. The information is presented in a refreshingly approachable way, by an author who loves both herbs and the simple joy they bring into our lives. The abundant recipes show how to access the healing gifts of the herbs as food, created to be both delicious and efficacious. True herbalism!" David Hoffmann, herbalist and author of Medical Herbalism and Holistic Herbal "Another green blessing of herbal information from a practicing herbalist. What a delight to look at the herbs that Rosalee de la Fort loves and to encounter her avid desire to include you in the joy of herbal medicine." Susun S. Weed, author of the Wise Woman Herbal series "I first met Rosalee de la Fort several years ago and was immediately impressed with her knowledge, passion for herbal medicine, and ability to clearly communicate this information. It turns out she is also a very good writer, and it is with great pleasure that I now hold her first book in my hands. Alchemy of Herbs is a wonderful introduction to 29 common herbs and spices, allowing you to understand how to use them safely and effectively for home health care, how to make your own kitchen medicines, and how to make tasty recipes so you can incorporate them into your diet." David Winston, RH(AHG), clinical herbalist, ethnobotanist, and author of Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief "So many books geared toward those just beginning to explore the world of medicinal plants offer very basic take this herb for that problem information, under the assumption that the foundational underpinnings of herbalism are somehow too hard for beginners to grasp. Here, in plain English, Rosalee de la Fort shows us that the way

Rosalee de la Fort is passionate about helping people discover the world of herbalism and natural health. She is a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild, and, as an herbal consultant, she helps people find natural solutions to their chronic health problems. She also teaches extensively about herbalism internationally and is the author of numerous articles, e-books and two online courses. www.LearningHerbs.com