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Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC; 1 edition (April 21, 2015)Working with 12 common herbs, Amy Jirsa offers recipes and ideas to open your mind, strengthen your body, and nourish your spirit. In-depth profiles show you how to unlock the powerful properties of calendula, chamomile, cinnamon, dandelion, echinacea, elder, ginger, holy basil, lavender, nettle, rose, and turmeric through delicious teas and foods, luxurious salves, skin and hair care treatments, complementary yoga poses, and meditations. Discover the natural keys to radiant health and wellness.ReviewThe Herbal Goddess is a delightful invitation into the magic, healing power, and joy of herbs . . . a truly wonderful book that will entrance those just beginning their herbal journey., Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist and author of Rosemary Gladstar’s Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner’s GuideLet The Herbal Goddess take you by the hand and lead you down the ancient path where you’ll become intimately familiar with 12 common herbs . . . learning to integrate them into every facet of your mind, body, and spirit., Stephanie Tourles, herbalist and author of Hands-On Healing Remedies and Organic Body Care RecipesA beautiful and well-written book that makes the art of natural healing accessible and enjoyable., Tiffany Cruikshank, L.Ac, MAOM, E-RYT, and founder of Yoga MedicineFrom the Back CoverDISCOVER YOUR INNER GODDESSTake your mental, physical, and spiritual health back into your own hands by tapping into the restorative powers of nature. With infectious joy, master herbalist Amy Jirsa introduces 12 versatile herbs and gives you the know-how to incorporate their benefits into your everyday routines. Recipes for healing teas, nourishing foods, and divine treatments for skin and hair are complemented by yoga poses and magical potions to balance all parts of your being.About the AuthorAmy Jirsa is the author of Herbal Goddess and a master herbalist and yoga instructor. She writes regularly for a variety of natural living publications, including the online journals elephant journal and MindBodyGreen. She blogs at quietearthyoga.com and lives in Maine.