Master Recipes from the Herbal Apothecary

As an herbalist and holistic health advocate, I really like this book! It has fantastic recipes on herbal medicine, natural health, wellness, self-care and holistic healing. The layout is extremely clear, so you can find a recipe for your ailment quickly and easily. I'd prefer if there was a bit more depth of info on each recipe, but there is a larger quantity of remedies instead. This book empowers you to care for yourself and loved ones using natural, plant-based remedies. I make a lot of natural health supplement capsules, so I love that there are plenty of recipes here for them, as well as many other forms of natural medicine, including: tinctures, tisanes, flower essence blends, aromatherapy blends, suppositories, fomentations, syrups, massage oils, poultices, lozenges, and more. Master Recipes is great for beginner healers and more advanced herbalists and naturopaths as well. It has an overview of important herbs to have on hand, as well as basic formulation methods. There is something for everyone here, with recipes for treating and preventing a very wide array of health concerns, from the everyday to the chronic. It's informative, easy to understand, and full of useful homemade remedies and anecdotes. JJ Pursell never disappoints with her knowledge, research and writing. This herbal recipe book is fantastic! (I'm disappointed that the book costs $4 less now than it did last month. I should've just waited instead of jumping to purchase it brand new.)

Must buy! To promote natural health and healing. Easy recipes and very informative.

The book is very informative and arrived quickly; however, the book was bent during shipment. I still recommend both this book and the seller because the damage was caused by an event beyond the seller's control.

Great book! Simple, straightforward information. Highly recommend!

Master Recipes from the Herbal Apothecary: 375 Tinctures, Salves, Teas, Capsules, Oil and Washes for Whole-Body Health and Wellness by Jj Pursell is an in-depth reference book for those who would like to create their own herbal or natural remedies. The book contains “master recipes” (think of them as templates) for the different types of products (tinctures, salves, teas, capsules, oils, washes, etc.) and then moves on to more specific recipes for addressing certain conditions or issues. There are also profiles of frequently used medicinal herbs, as well as beautiful photographs (which are helpful especially for the master recipes). The author is a board-certified naturopathic physician and her expertise shines through. Rating: 4/5 Stars Recommendation: I bought this book to supplement what I had learned in my first book from Rosemary Gladstar, Medicinal Herbs (which is the book I would definitely start with). This book though contains more detailed information on how to make the bases (the master recipes), which I found valuable as a beginner. Also, the fact the author is a board-certified naturopathic physician lends credibility to her work, which I was otherwise unfamiliar with. The recipes are accessible for even a beginner and the well-organized structure of the book makes it easy to find what you need. I highly recommend for anyone looking to make their own herbal products, especially if you are beginner or intermediate.

I have about 10 herb books and this one has the most DIY recipes for any and everything!!! So happy with this purchase

Probably the best book I own to date. It covers a variety of all things natural with step by step instructions. 10/10

I am absolutely thrilled with this recipe book. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, even for someone like me who is relatively new to the world of herbal remedies. The inclusion of detailed information about the medicinal properties of each herb is a thoughtful touch, empowering readers to understand the benefits behind each ingredient. This book has earned its place on my shelf, and I can't recommend it enough to others seeking a holistic path to wellness!

Beautifully laid out with easy-to-follow recipes for tinctures, teas, and salves. Great for beginners and experienced herbalists alike. Pros: Clear instructions, lots of variety, great resource. Cons: Some recipes call for harder-to-find ingredients.

It was recommended in the Woman's Weekly. Even though the writer is American and mentions American plants, I am sure a good herbalist supplier would have them. My late father grew Echinacea as a herbaceous flower over 20 years ago, so I am not concerned about herbs being from North America. It is excellent condition.

Packed full of information photos,recipes on how to make and use the herbs .great book

Good book with lots of information.

Very disappointed. Obscure ingredients and very American biased. Had to pay to return it so won't bother. Just to say, though, that the condition of the book was perfect.