Books by Althea Press

Open up a whole new culinary world using the New York Times best-selling field guide to foraging for edible wild plantsMost of us "forage" for food in the aisles of well-lit grocery stores. But there are delicious edible plants for the taking rightoutside our doors.With the help of this reader-friendly guide, you'll learn how to identify 31 of North America's most abundant edible wild plants, many of which can be substituted for common vegetables and used to make tasty recipes.Edible Wild Plants for Beginners includes foraging principles and rules that are vital to your safety. It's recommended you read it in its entirety before heading out to your backyard, park, or local woods to search for wild edibles.This comprehensive field guide to foraging includes:The basics-Dive into edible plant history and foraging 101s, and gather the tools you'll need before you head out.The Universal Edibility Test-Learn this important method of assessing whether a plant is edible or will adversely affect you.31 plant profiles-Includes photos, descriptions, distinguishing characteristics, and common uses for edible wild plants ranging from arrowroot to chicory to juniper.95 delicious recipes-Use your plants in everything from a rich Amaranth Vegetable Curry to sweet treats like Chamomile Cookies.Plant remedies-Includes medicinal remedies for pain and cold relief, soothing bug bites, and more.Order Edible Wild Plants for Beginners to begin living and eating more naturally using wild plants.

A New York Times bestseller-the best way to start.What are essential oils? Which ones should you keep in your personal apothecary? And most importantly, how can you use them to heal and enhance well-being? Essential Oils for Beginners is the definitive handbook for learning all of this and more as you discover the power of essential oils.Learn how to expertly blend essential oils and create your own aromatherapy mixes to soothe your body, mind, and home. With 85 remedies that address everything from uplifting your mood to treating an upset stomach to cosmetic uses for your hair and skin, you''ll have all of the guidance you need to devote yourself to natural healing and health.Essential Oils for Beginners includes:Essential Oils 101-Learn what essential oils are and how to build your collection and store it.Cures for Mind and Body-Harness the power of essential oils for common ailments like headaches, morning sickness, muscle pain, stress, and more.Cosmetic and Home Uses-Explore the many uses of essential oils-as an air freshener, in candles and cleaning supplies, as a bug repellant, and much more.If you''re interested in natural remedies, open this book and learn everything you need to use the power of essential oils for healing.

A New York Times bestseller-the best way to start.What are essential oils? Which ones should you keep in your personal apothecary? And most importantly, how can you use them to heal and enhance well-being? Essential Oils for Beginners is the definitive handbook for learning all of this and more as you discover the power of essential oils.Learn how to expertly blend essential oils and create your own aromatherapy mixes to soothe your body, mind, and home. With 85 remedies that address everything from uplifting your mood to treating an upset stomach to cosmetic uses for your hair and skin, you'll have all of the guidance you need to devote yourself to natural healing and health.Essential Oils for Beginners includes:Essential Oils 101-Learn what essential oils are and how to build your collection and store it.Cures for Mind and Body-Harness the power of essential oils for common ailments like headaches, morning sickness, muscle pain, stress, and more.Cosmetic and Home Uses-Explore the many uses of essential oils-as an air freshener, in candles and cleaning supplies, as a bug repellant, and much more.If you're interested in natural remedies, open this book and learn everything you need to use the power of essential oils for healing.