In "Herbs for Home Treatment," Anna Newton explains the advantages of using herbsaand provides herbal remediesato cure common ailments and improve general health. She provides easy-to-follow advice on creating your own apothecary with a small number of versatile herbs.Learn how to: Prevent and treat common illnesses with herbsAvoid some of the adverse side effects that are common with chemical-based medicinesGrow and store herbs, and create tinctures, oils, and ointments for a home apothecaryThis user-friendly guide to herbs and their medicinal properties explains how to deal with common illnessesaincluding digestive, respiratory, circulatory and nervous system conditions. Newton suggests essential herbs everyone should have on hand, and offers advice on how to get the best out of herbs for general health, including how to maintain your energy level, increase your stamina, and improve your mood. Inside youall find information on dosages, possible allergies, and clues for when itas time to seek professional help. Also included is guidance on how to make your own apothecary, how to concoct a first-aid kit for when traveling abroad, and a list of herb retailer and professional herbalists.