Wise Concoctions: Natural Elixirs and Tonics for Health and Energy - Softcover

Dahan, Bonnie Trust; Maas, Rita

Softcover

ISBN 10: 081181744X ISBN 13: 9780811817448

Publisher: Chronicle Books Llc, 1998

Synopsis

Smart cocktails to smoothies, today's refreshments do more than just refresh. Tonics and elixirs are an exciting new addition to this healthful repertoire of natural wonders. Based on centuries—old herbal traditions from both the East and West, Wise Concoctions is a compendium of wholesome beverages with curative and tonic powers. Here are soothing elixirs to remedy everything from stuffy noses to hangovers and potent tonics to boost energy or fortify the immune system. Post-Workout Broth to Sweet Dreams Elixir, Margaret's Aphrodisiac to Spring Cleaning Tonic, these recipes are both easy to prepare and very practical. Organized by ailment and complete with an informative glossary of ingredients, this is a friendly way to start benefiting from herbal medicine in daily life.

About this title

About the Author:

Bonnie Trust Dahan first discovered herbal remedies while traveling in Morocco more than 25 years ago. Today she lives in Marin County, California.

Review:

A bit of a tummy ache, you say? Try Zatar Tisane, a simple infusion of a thyme-like herb and water. Feeling rundown? Boost your immune system with vitamin C-rich Rose Hips Lemonade. Or is it another bad stress headache? Chinese Spearmint and Egg Broth promises to calm nerves and provide relief. These are just a few of the intriguingly titled beverages contained in 'Wise Concoctions: Natural Elixirs and Tonics for Health and Energy.' Author Bonnie Trust Dahan, described as 'a longtime researcher in herbal healing,' has composed dozens of such drinks that purport to treat all sorts of physical and mental ailments, from cold and flu to headaches, insomnia, stress, and even lazy libido. One could easily make and enjoy the majority of elixirs and tonics in this book without going further than a well-stocked spice rack. -- Cookbook Digest

About this edition

• Publisher: Chronicle Books Llc
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 081181744X
• ISBN 13: 9780811817448
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 120