Author Description

Worms, Worts and Leeches is a modern take on the 9 Sacred Herbs of Lacnunga, a 10th century Anglo-Saxon text on medicinal plants. Worm is ancient term for disease; worts for medicinal plants, and leeches, the doctors of the day. Traditional and modern day use of worms, maggots and leeches is included, of course. The book also includes extensive work on the many health benefits of Mugwort, Chamomile, Stinging Nettles, Wood Betony, Plantain, Crab Apple, Shepherd's Purse and Pennycress, Chervil and Wild Chervil, Fennel, and both Garden and Wild Thyme. Here are just a few of the things you will find in the book: Including both traditional use and modern scientific validation of health benefits. Eclectic and homeopathic application. Essential oil and hydrosol production and usage. Gemmotherapy bud remedies. Astrological correspondence. Spiritual properties. Personality Traits. Recipes, preparations and contraindications.