In today's world, stress and anxiety seem to be constant companions in life journeys. What can be done about the crushing burdens both place? Author Suzanne Tabert turns to the plants.

Discusses the benefits of:

• ashwagandha
• chamomile
• hawthorn
• lavender
• lemon balm
• motherwort
• mugwort
• nettles
• oats
• reishi
• mushrooms
• violets

Tabert offers ways to use these remedies to lessen anxiety about modern-day life.

An herbalist and teacher, Tabert shares her vast knowledge as a way to provide help and relief to those suffering from anxiety and other problems. The plant world freely provides humans with myriad ways to treat any number of illnesses and conditions that plague them. Delve into what plants offer, and discover the means of bettering your life and your family's life.

As Suzanne says, "My prayer and hope are that you find peace, joy, and freedom within these pages and yourself. Like me, you will have a wide variety of coping mechanisms and plant resources to support you and sustain you during tough times."

Open yourself to the world of plants, a world of wonders.

Herbs are quickly becoming a common aid for healing all kinds of ailments. In Mother Earth News Healing with Herbs, you’ll learn about making your own medicine, find health tips, and discover the most-trusted herbal companies.

Twenty plant profiles cover the health benefits of each. Whether you’ve been working with herbs for years or just starting to take the leap, this guide is packed with helpful tips and recipes for every level of herbalist. Broken into four chapters (beginning with an introduction and safety tips and ending with common ailments that can be cured with herbs), Mother Earth News Healing with Herbs will teach you something new on every page!

Articles include:

• All About Aromatherapy – Smell is our most primitive sense. Harness its powers through aromatherapy to calm the body, reduce headaches, stimulate the mind, and more.
• Infusions, Decoctions, and Tinctures – If you’re interested in making your own herbal medicines start with some of the most basic medicines you can make at home.
• Solving the Pain Puzzle – Whether it’s a headache, sore muscles, or arthritis, pain can put a stop to everyday life. Combat pain without relying on risky over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
• And more!