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Herbal Lore
This book contains details on how to prepare and apply herbs for either medicinal or magical purposes. It lists numerous herbs and their common uses in both medicine and magical practices and details the healing and magical attributes of colours, as well how to make various magical items.
170 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2015
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K.J. Simmill
9 books145 followersK.J. Simmill is an award-winning British author with books released in both the fantasy and non-fiction genres. All of her books are free to read on KU
She is a qualified Project manager, Herbal practitioner, and Usui Reiki master, with certifications in various fields of holistic therapy; inclusive of aromatherapy, crystal healing, colour therapy, ethereal Reiki, Indian head massage, shaman power Reiki, sound therapy, and massage therapy. She has spent many years researching various practices of magic and herbal medicine and has recently completed training and qualifications in Special Educations Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
When she is not writing, she is an avid reader and a passionate gamer.
She is a qualified Project manager, Herbal practitioner, and Usui Reiki master, with certifications in various fields of holistic therapy; inclusive of aromatherapy, crystal healing, colour therapy, ethereal Reiki, Indian head massage, shaman power Reiki, sound therapy, and massage therapy. She has spent many years researching various practices of magic and herbal medicine and has recently completed training and qualifications in Special Educations Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
When she is not writing, she is an avid reader and a passionate gamer.
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March 14, 2019
Great Book for Alternative Medicine!
Hello, I wouldn't cut out modern medicine altogether but with my own experiences, I found that good health can be related to herbal remedies. This book is an awesome source straight to the point information. 5stars!
Hello, I wouldn't cut out modern medicine altogether but with my own experiences, I found that good health can be related to herbal remedies. This book is an awesome source straight to the point information. 5stars!
August 4, 2018
Helpful guide to herbal remedies
This book begins with practical advice on how to extract and prepare herbs, and then provides reference information on a wide range of herbal remedies. Where appropriate, warnings are given of possible adverse reactions and risk to health. It's important to remember that many plants produce chemicals that are designed to kill invading bacteria and fungi, dissuade animals from eating them, as well as see off competitor plants, so adherence to guidelines and awareness of risk is important. The book is well laid out and informative, and will provide a good additional resource to anyone interested in creating their own herbal remedies.
This book begins with practical advice on how to extract and prepare herbs, and then provides reference information on a wide range of herbal remedies. Where appropriate, warnings are given of possible adverse reactions and risk to health. It's important to remember that many plants produce chemicals that are designed to kill invading bacteria and fungi, dissuade animals from eating them, as well as see off competitor plants, so adherence to guidelines and awareness of risk is important. The book is well laid out and informative, and will provide a good additional resource to anyone interested in creating their own herbal remedies.
February 21, 2017
Herbal Lore, A Guide to Herbal Medicine is the most comprehensive book on Herbal Medicine that I have ever read — and I have read a fair few! Not only does this book discuss a variety of herbs and their uses, but more importantly it gives you step by step instructions on how to use them. I have yet to come across a book that tells you how to take an extract, make an infusion, a tea, a tincture, a compress, a lotion, etc... Usually, I have to rely on Google to find these things out. It is great that all this information is in one book.
There are also comprehensive instructions on how to make a herbal bag, a candle, incense and a Pomander! This book covers it all.
This is a book that I am sure I will be referring to again and again.
I Highly Recommend this book.
There are also comprehensive instructions on how to make a herbal bag, a candle, incense and a Pomander! This book covers it all.
This is a book that I am sure I will be referring to again and again.
I Highly Recommend this book.
October 17, 2015
This is a fantastic guide to herbal remedies and uses. Ms. Simmill gives easy, step by step directions on preparing decoctions, extractions, infusions, and tinctures, as well as detailed instructions on how to use these herbal extracts to make compresses, poultices, lotions, and much more. There is even a chapter dedicated to the creation of magical items, such as incense and herbal candles, which I found particularly interesting.
The majority of this book is comprised of a massive herbal reference guide, detailing the magical and medicinal uses of each herb and suggestions on how to use them, such as a poultice to relieve arthritis or a tea to soothe an upset stomach.
I love how thorough this guide is. It’s full of useful information regarding each herb, and the detailed instructions on how to use them in various applications are easy to follow and understand.
I love creating my own herbal remedies, and this book contains all the information I need in one easy-to-use guide. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the magical or medicinal use of herbs!
The majority of this book is comprised of a massive herbal reference guide, detailing the magical and medicinal uses of each herb and suggestions on how to use them, such as a poultice to relieve arthritis or a tea to soothe an upset stomach.
I love how thorough this guide is. It’s full of useful information regarding each herb, and the detailed instructions on how to use them in various applications are easy to follow and understand.
I love creating my own herbal remedies, and this book contains all the information I need in one easy-to-use guide. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the magical or medicinal use of herbs!
October 4, 2017
I read this book via an Amazon-US KINDLE Unlimited download.
Every day as see watch our favorite television/cable program, we’re continuously being bombarded with commercials from multi-million and multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical hawking their drugs. And if we listen them carefully we hear all the side effects taking these drugs might have on us.
In addition to this, on those same stations/channels, we hear numerous law firms and attorneys wanting to know if we’ve taken certain drugs [or have had medical devices implanted on us] and have suffered any one of a myriad of medical problems. Why? Because you could now be part of major lawsuit.
So, combining these two, one has to wonder why research is continuously going on to create more and more problematic drugs? The general, opinionated reason and belief is greed for the next available dollar consumers are willing to fork over for these so-called “miracle” cures.
The amazing thing is, given all this medical technology, people and some cultures, like the Chinese, believe in taking traditional herbal preparations instead.
What the author, Ms. Simmill, has done in her book, is to compile a relatively extensive compendium of a wide range of herbs and their uses in providing holistic solutions. In addition, she gives her readers step-by-step instructions on making a wide range of items encompassing creams, herbal bags, incense, salves, tinctures, and poultices, and above all how to use them. To meet this end, the book contains a listing of over 100 of these herbs, their medical characteristics and usage, as well as any medical contraindications for their use.
And if you’re wondering how qualified the author is to render this information to her readers; all you need do is to read about her extensive background, which she has provided:
“Ms Simmill is a qualified Project manager, Herbal practitioner, and Usui Reiki master, with certifications in various fields of holistic therapy; inclusive of aromatherapy, crystal healing, colour therapy, ethereal Reiki, Indian head massage, shaman power Reiki, sound therapy, and massage therapy. She has spent many years researching various practices of magic and herbal medicine and has recently completed training and qualifications in Special Educations Needs and Disabilities [SEND].”
This is a book I’m definitely going to get a printed copy of, for use as a reference book; but in the meantime I’m giving this book and its author, 5 STARS.
Every day as see watch our favorite television/cable program, we’re continuously being bombarded with commercials from multi-million and multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical hawking their drugs. And if we listen them carefully we hear all the side effects taking these drugs might have on us.
In addition to this, on those same stations/channels, we hear numerous law firms and attorneys wanting to know if we’ve taken certain drugs [or have had medical devices implanted on us] and have suffered any one of a myriad of medical problems. Why? Because you could now be part of major lawsuit.
So, combining these two, one has to wonder why research is continuously going on to create more and more problematic drugs? The general, opinionated reason and belief is greed for the next available dollar consumers are willing to fork over for these so-called “miracle” cures.
The amazing thing is, given all this medical technology, people and some cultures, like the Chinese, believe in taking traditional herbal preparations instead.
What the author, Ms. Simmill, has done in her book, is to compile a relatively extensive compendium of a wide range of herbs and their uses in providing holistic solutions. In addition, she gives her readers step-by-step instructions on making a wide range of items encompassing creams, herbal bags, incense, salves, tinctures, and poultices, and above all how to use them. To meet this end, the book contains a listing of over 100 of these herbs, their medical characteristics and usage, as well as any medical contraindications for their use.
And if you’re wondering how qualified the author is to render this information to her readers; all you need do is to read about her extensive background, which she has provided:
“Ms Simmill is a qualified Project manager, Herbal practitioner, and Usui Reiki master, with certifications in various fields of holistic therapy; inclusive of aromatherapy, crystal healing, colour therapy, ethereal Reiki, Indian head massage, shaman power Reiki, sound therapy, and massage therapy. She has spent many years researching various practices of magic and herbal medicine and has recently completed training and qualifications in Special Educations Needs and Disabilities [SEND].”
This is a book I’m definitely going to get a printed copy of, for use as a reference book; but in the meantime I’m giving this book and its author, 5 STARS.
February 25, 2020
Awesome guide to herbs and their uses...
This book is really a great guide to all herbs and their redeeming qualities. Not only does the author inform the reader of an impressive number of herbs and their uses, she gives detailed instruction on the steps to physical use them for their best results. I was amazed at the depth of remedies for health issues that are present in natural herbs. Loved it and highly recommend, especially if you want guidance in living a healthier life driven by the use of herbs.
This book is really a great guide to all herbs and their redeeming qualities. Not only does the author inform the reader of an impressive number of herbs and their uses, she gives detailed instruction on the steps to physical use them for their best results. I was amazed at the depth of remedies for health issues that are present in natural herbs. Loved it and highly recommend, especially if you want guidance in living a healthier life driven by the use of herbs.
July 12, 2017
This is an amazing collection of herb uses both in medicine and magic. I've been looking for a reference book this complete for ages.
It even gives you all the instructions on how to use the herbs in multiple different ways. This is a book that will come in handy in more than one way!
It even gives you all the instructions on how to use the herbs in multiple different ways. This is a book that will come in handy in more than one way!
August 7, 2017
I bought this book for research for my latest novel, as I didn't know much about the subject. I do now! With extensive information about preparation, uses and methods of application, plus various terms, and a long list of herbs and their uses, this book has been invaluable.
November 12, 2021
Wealth of knowledge
I enjoyed reading this comprehensive, yet easy-to-read book on herbal lore. A diverse range of plants are discussed, with their magical and medicinal uses, plus an interesting section on colour.
I enjoyed reading this comprehensive, yet easy-to-read book on herbal lore. A diverse range of plants are discussed, with their magical and medicinal uses, plus an interesting section on colour.
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