The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies provides an abundance of fascinating facts, self-help guidelines, and authoritative advice on how to prepare your own all-natural prescriptions. This updated edition has a comprehensive cross-referencing system and index of ingredients. Featuring full-color photography throughout, this book includes an exhaustive list of common ailments, with suggested remedies and treatments, as well as a full glossary and list of useful websites and contacts, making it the best source for natural remedies currently available. Covers every aspect of 8 alternative therapies, including: • Vitamins and Minerals • Chinese Herbal Medicine • Aromatherapy • Flower Remedies • Traditional Home and Folk Remedies • Herbalism • Homeopathy, and  • Ayurveda.