Best-selling author Leslie Kenton links traditional herbal practice with modern science and discovery. Full of practical, easy-to-use methods which she has developed over many years, she introduces you to her passionate relationship with plants - how she gathers and prepares them, how she uses them for healing and for beauty. The book includes clear instructions on making your own remedies, alongside: - A unique herbal detox plan - Strategies for avoiding colds, flu and many other common ailments - Home spa treatments - Plants to help you beat the blues - Herbs to increase your energy - Herbal first aid There is no other herb book like this on the market, which combines the best in nature with the latest scientific research.