Herbal remedies can be an excellent natural alternative to a cabinet stocked with commercial pharmaceuticals and their unwanted side effects. In this informative guide, herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles more than 50 herbs that are safe and effective for addressing common ailments and minor skin irritations. Presented here are recipes for salves, teas, tinctures, and much more, including instructions for putting together an herbal first aid kit. With decades of experience, Rosemary Gladstar is an excellent mentor to help you begin to explore the wonderful world of traditional herbalism.