For us at Örtfabriken, this world would be much greyer if there were no herbal books and if there was no time to read them. There are so many beautiful books that invite you to worlds that may have been hidden from us.
Here are the five best books about herbs (according to us, right now):
1. Body into Balance by Maria Noel Groves . The book is incredibly well-written and educational. At the same time, it offers in-depth herbal knowledge. The first part goes through the body's basic functions and needs. The second part goes into depth on topics such as brain health, PMS, and the thyroid.
2. Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health by Rosemary Gladstar . The Herb Factory Mentor. This is a 400-page, essential book for anyone who wants to use herbs in their everyday lives. There are a myriad of recipes and inspiring descriptions. At the end you will find medicina medica, with good descriptions of the herbs.
3. The Herbal Pharmacy by Janne Hallqvist. A rich description of the herbs from Western, Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal medicine. There is plenty of advice and you will be reminded of the importance of considering the individual when choosing herbs.
4. Common Herbs for Natural Health by Juliette de Baïracli Levy . This is a classic that has inspired many herbalists. It provides a basic approach to our approach to herbs.
5. The Green Pharmacy: Using and Preparing Therapeutic Herbs by Marie-Louise Eklöf . The challenge in our own herbal journey is to use the medicinal plants that are found in our surroundings. Through this book we gain a local anchoring. It contains many good recipes.
