{"product_id":"modern-herbal-dispensatory","title":"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:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57395239190910,"sku":"NW9798889842521","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9798889842521.jpg?v=1778674201","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/modern-herbal-dispensatory","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}