Why do we need herbs?
The medicinal benefits of herbs have been known for centuries. Records of Native America, Roman, Egyptian, Persian and Hebrew medical practices show that herbs were used extensively to cure practically every known illness.
Many herbs contain powerful ingredients that, if used correctly, can help heal the body. When you use herbs in their complete form, your body's healing process utilizes a balance of ingredients provided by nature.
Over the years, most Americans have become conditioned to rely on synthetic, commercial drugs for relief.
Today, however, scientists are taking a second look at herbal remedies. Particularly in the past fifteen years, a growing body of research (much of it done in Europe) has pointed to the therapeutic potential of numerous herbs.
These notes have been taken from this highly recommended book:
Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Third Edition.
By: Phyllis A. Balch, CNC and James F. Balch, M.D.