The ABC Herbal: A Simplified Guide to Natural Health Care for Children

by Steven H. Horne

Book Overview

As a father and parent himself, Steven Horne has focused over twenty years experience as an herbalist to bring you The ABC Herbal, a "common sense" approach to natural health care for your kids.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1885653042
• ISBN13: 9781885653048
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Whitman Pubns
• Length: 85 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.3" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful Remedies For Children

I love this book! We have three children and I have several books for herbal education and remedies. This is THE book I turn to when the children are sick. It does not go in depth about each herb, its properties, and its other uses - that's what my other books are for. Before using this book, you should have at least a beginning knowledge of herbs and at least one other reference book that goes into more detail about specific herbs. What this book does for me is tell me which of the hundreds of herbs I have been learning about will be best for the children. Some herbs are milder than the herbs for adults, and some herbs just taste better and are more readily accepted by children. Some herbs work better with certain other herbs (activation, building, cleansing, etc....) I learned more about the action of herbs, the four channels of elimination, and how herbs work by reading this book. Some people may look for specific recipes, but when dealing with herbs you seldom find books that give exact measurements. It is left to the individual to combine the herbs in a ratio that suits them. At first this bothered me because I wanted to know that I was doing it right. But then I realized that it is not that hard and I eventually find some kind of recipe out there. I am amazed by the fact that God made our bodies to heal themselves - and they do if we give them the right ingredients: proper nutrition, supplements, and herbs.

Great book!

This is such a simple and easy to follow book. It's by no means exhaustive--far from it, but it's helpful. The way that they break down the ABCs is very cool and will help you understand how better to treat your child.

Wonderful Buy! The ABC Herbal

I would highly recommend this book to any parent who wants to take charge of their children's health. I have two young children and this book has been invaluable in helping me treat them through their various colds (as well as their daddy). They've never had an infection yet, and I'm hoping to keep it that way. If you want an alternative to antibiotics and needless intervention, educate yourself on natural, gentle methods to help heal and soothe. The book is small, but it's jam-packed with information, and gave me the knowledge to make my own herbal tinctures and poultices. It's a great starting place for someone who's new to herbs.

The ABC Herbal - great book!

After my 7 month old caught his 3rd cold, I opened The ABC Herbal to see what I could find to help my little guy stay well. I read it in one sitting and couldn't believe I hadn't taken the time to read it before then. It is a wonderful book that gives you some basic information about how herbs work, then gives you remedies and sources for herbs suitable for children. Although the book is geared for treatment of children, the concepts are universal and can be applied to adults, as well. This book is an excellent resource, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for alternative ways to get well and stay healthy (children and adults!)

A Must Have for any Parent

This is a must have for any parent interested in taking charge of their children's health. I am a mother of a 2 year old and have used this since before my son was born. Mr. Horne carefully explains how to prevent as well as treat current illnesses. He has scientific knowledge to backup what he says, but does not way the text down with medical jargon. He is an excellent teacher and practices what he preaches. This is an excellent book to start out on if you are unfamiliar with the natural health field or if you are an expert. JUST GET IT, you will love it! He makes so much common sense that you will wonder why you didn't think of some of the stuff yourself. I refer to his books constantly and wouldn't travel or be without this one!