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Plants for the People

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Plants for the People by Erin Lovell Verinder offers a holistic exploration of the healing power of plants. It delves into the benefits and uses of various botanicals in everyday life, providing insights into herbal remedies and natural wellness practices. This book serves as a guide to reconnecting with nature and harnessing the intrinsic healing properties of plants to promote health and well-being.
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You might relish this book if you have an avid interest in natural remedies and holistic health, as it delves into the therapeutic role of plants and herbs in promoting wellness. The author, Erin Lovell Verinder, combines her expertise in herbal medicine with practical advice, making it insightful for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts of plant-based healing. It’s perfect for those who seek to enrich their understanding of the healing power of nature.

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Plants are our past. Plants are our future. We are diminished if we can't celebrate plants, properly understand their powers, and harness their energy to heal ourselves.

Plants for the People is an exploration of the plant world through the eyes of a master herbalist, weaving ancient wisdom with a modern approach to plant medicine. This is a beginner's guide to using plants to restore vitality and a general sense of wellbeing, with recipes for easy-to-make teas, tinctures, syrups, balms, and baths.

Throughout, there are golden tips and tonics for addressing common ailments such as bloating, bad skin, lack of energy, winter coughs and colds, jangling nerves, and many other present-day complaints. An evolution of herbal-medicine books of the past, Plants for the People is a modern presentation of an ancient craft. This is plant medicine's time to shine.

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Plants for the People by Erin Lovell Verinder is appreciated for its accessible approach to botanical healing. Reviewers highlight the practical advice and engaging narrative, which makes herbal medicine approachable for those interested in incorporating plant-based remedies into their health routines. The book is often praised for its beautiful design and illustrations, enriching the reader’s experience and enhancing the educational journey.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760763756

Publisher: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 May 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 181.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 656g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Erin Lovell Verinder is a fully qualified Western herbalist, nutritionist, energetic healer, mentor and educator. She has walked the plant path for almost 20 years, working with natural medicine to promote health and wellbeing. She is committed to empowering others to reconnect to their innate ability to heal, and to look to nature for remedies and insights. Erin teaches regularly on the power of plant medicine. She has written for multiple online platforms and magazines such as The Planthunter and Vogue Australia. Erin lives and works in the lush, green surrounds of the Byron Bay hinterland.

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