1. Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

2. Healing Herbs The Complete Beginners Guide to Discovering the Natural Healing Powers of Herbs By Maggie Fitzgerald Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

3. Published by Natural Way Atlanta, Georgia USA ALL RIGHTS RESERVED: No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted for resale or use by any party other than the individual purchaser who is the sole authorized user of this information. Purchaser is authorized to use any of the information in this publication for his or her own use only. All other reproduction or transmission, or any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any informational storage or retrieval system, is prohibited without express written permission from the author. DISCLAIMER: While all attempts have been made to provide effective, verifiable information in this Book, neither the Author nor Publisher assumes any responsibility for errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. Any slights of people or organizations are unintentional. This Book is not a source of medical information, and it should not be regarded as such. This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering a medical service. As with any medical advice, the reader is strongly encouraged to seek professional medical advice before taking action. Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

4. Books by This Author The 3-Step Thyroid Plan The 14 Day Green Smoothie Detox Diet The A-Z of Natural Skin Care The New Green Smoothie Diet Busy Mom's Mealtime Mastery Backyard Vegetable Gardening Quick Start Guide The High-Energy Diet Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

5. Table Of Contents Introduction Chapter I – An Introduction to Using Herbs Chapter II – Choosing the Right Herbs Chapter III – 5 Major Benefits of Herbal Medicine for Natural Healing Chapter IV – All Natural Home Remedies and Recipes Chapter V – A Guide to Growing an Herb Garden Conclusion Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

6. Introduction It is undeniable that the number of individuals who suffer from various illnesses, from common to life-threatening ones, keeps on growing within minutes. It is a truth that most of us are aware of, but are we doing anything to solve this major problem? Often times, some people do not notice the symptoms of an illness because they are too busy with work, with taking care of their families, and with everything else that is going on in their lives. Some of these people may think that providing for their families is a bigger priority than keeping themselves healthy. Thousands of people acquire diseases every day and some of them take action only when the disease reaches a severe stage. Are you one of these people? The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

7. Chapter I – An Introduction to Using Herbs The term “herb” originally refers to a small seed-bearing plant with herbaceous parts that include roots, stems, leaves, and flowers. Apart from this meaning, herbs can now also be referred to as shrubs, vines, ferns, lichens, fungi, algae, and trees. According to a scientific research, the sacs that hold the essential oils of a plant are found in between the cells of an herb’s roots, leaves, and flowers. Each of these sacs can hold up to 2,000 chemical elements that facilitate the healing effects of the herb. Since a single herb contains multiple ingredients, this means that it can also have multiple purposes. Herbs can be grown by any individual, can be sold in raw form including the leaves, stems, flowers, seeds, and roots, and can be sold by manufacturers as extracts where it is liquefied with a solvent (i.e. water or alcohol) to squeeze out some of its chemicals. A research made by Grand Rounds at University of California, San Francisco Medical Center showed that approximately 20% of the world’s population use processed herbal products as it has gained rising popularity over the last ten years. The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

8. Chapter II – Choosing the Right Herbs Choosing medicinal herbs is not the same as picking the flowers in the garden where you just pick anything that you like. I am not only an advocate for green diets and natural healing – I practice these as well. In my years of experience, I have already mastered how to choose the right herbs using a certain set of standards. A. Core Principles to Consider B. Combining Herbs with Prescription Drugs C. General Side Effects and How to Avoid Adverse Reactions D. Herbs with Possible Side Effects The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

9. Chapter III – 5 Major Benefits of Herbal Medicine for Natural Healing Although there is not enough scientific evidence for every herbal medicine that exists today, many individuals have remained loyal to the natural way of healing with the use of herbs. Although it is not totally risk-free, it has been found by many to be safer and more effective than modern synthetic medicines. Among the numerous benefits of herbal medicine are the use of herbs in preventing and treating for the 3 most common major illnesses: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, and Heart Disease; the use of herbs in improving the body’s immune system, and the use of herbs as natural antibiotics and antivirals. A. Prevent and Control Diabetes B. Lower Blood Pressure C. Combat Heart Disease D. Boost Your Immune System E. Herbal Medicine as Antibiotics and Antivirals The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

10. Chapter IV – All Natural Home Remedies and Recipes There is a long list of ailments and diseases in the world but there is no need to worry because there are corresponding herbal remedies for almost each one. These remedies though, are not only here to cure ailments, they can also be helpful in personal care. From getting beautiful hair and flawless skin to losing weight, name it and herbal remedies will come to the rescue! The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald

11. Conclusion There is a long list of ailments and diseases in the world but there is no need to worry because there are corresponding herbal remedies for almost each one. These remedies though, are not only here to cure ailments, they can also be helpful in personal care. From getting beautiful hair and flawless skin to losing weight, name it and herbal remedies will come to the rescue! The complete book is available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Healing-Herbs-Complete-Beginners-Discovering-ebook/dp/B00RCJHX9S Copyright © 2015 Maggie Fitzgerald