Flowers and Their Medicinal Uses

Herbal medicines have always been in use from the earliest times when our ancestor's slowly learnt of the efficacy of the many plants to be found in our every day environment. Even the earliest written records mention such plants and emphasise their importance for the well being of mankind. Religious ritual also encourages the use of such plants to celebrate the glories of the spiritual powers. The most ancient of medicinal systems have always told us to live in harmony with our surroundings and to maintain a healthy balance in ones diet and life styles.

Health has been a concern from time immemorial and almost all societies developed certain rules that they encouraged their members to follow not only to propitiate the Gods but to help keep healthy bodies and minds to serve society to the utmost. This series of books attempts to extend this to everyday plants roots and herbs that we use frequently in our kitchens and homes.

This series includes Tulasi, Mint, Ginger, Garlic and Onion, Turmeric, Flowers, Fruit and Vegetables etc. They also include charts and tables to help one to lead a healthier life. Various diets and instructions have been included for the benefit of those who have an interest in using such methods for the improvement of their health.

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