Kami McBride provides everything you need to amaze your friends and family with a seasonal bounty of delicious herbal drinks, smoothies, cordials, pestos and more. -- Rosalee de la Forêt, author of Alchemy of Herbs
Herbs are a gift from nature. They not only help to create aromatic and delicious food, they also support overall health and wellness on a daily basis. Using dried and fresh herbs in your cooking boosts your intake of vitamins and minerals, improves digestion, strengthens immunity, and increases energy. Using plants as medicine is an ancient and powerful tradition that connects you to the earth, helps treat common ailments, promote restful sleep, relaxation, and more.
The Herbal Kitchen will help you recognize the extraordinary pharmacy that probably already exists in your own kitchen. With 50 easy-to-find herbs and spices, information and tips for preparing, storing, and using them, and over 250 simple, flavorful recipes, it will empower you to care for your health.
Whether you are already familiar with herbs or are just starting out on the herbal path, Kami McBride offers recipes for everyone. Mix up refreshing drinks, infuse oil, vinegar and honey, learn how to make tinctures and cordials, salts, sprinkles, and more.
About the Author: Kami McBride has helped thousands of people learn to use herbal remedies as the centerpiece of their pro-active health care plan. She has taught herbal medicine at the University of California School of Nursing and the California Institute of Integral Studies. Kami teaches online courses that help people bring the healing power of herbs into their daily lives to create self-reliance and revitalize our relationship with the plant world. Visit her at www.kamimcbride.com. Rosemary Gladstar is the author of Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide.
