The beloved best-selling classic for the modern herbalist--a definitive guide to 250 safe and effective herbal medicines, preparations, and single-herb remedies to make at home. This comprehensive, full-color guide offers detailed and easy-to-follow instructions for making and using approximately 250 all-natural DIY herbal medicines. With practical tips, in-depth preparation techniques, and an inside look at some of the authors’ own favorite formulas, The Modern Herbal Dispensatory • The 12 major categories of herbs , from aromatic to sweet • Herbal preparations : the many ways to prepare and use herbs, from capsules and tinctures to standardized extracts and essential oils • Choosing the best dosage form for each category of herb • How to harvest, dry, and use fresh herbs • Extractions : terms, equipment, solvents, and calculations, plus how to extract herbs in water, alcohol, glycerin, and vinegar • Advanced techniques: like percolation extracts, fluid extracts, and soxhlet extracts • Preparations like oil-based extractions, topical applications, concentrates, lozenges, traditional Chinese methods, and more • Formulas and dosages: how to design herbal formulas and use herbs safely and effectively • Herbal insights and need-to-know wisdom , like why different preparations of the same herb affect the body differently; which herbs are medicinal when dry, but could be toxic when fresh; and why beginners typically see more potent results with formulations versus single-herb preparations The text includes multiple appendices, recommendations for further reading, in-depth full-color photo guides, and a helpful index. With advice on herbal preparations for 100+ illnesses and conditions and a comprehensive The Modern Herbal Dispensatory < is an enduring classic and beloved plant-medicine reference manual for herbalists, natural medicine practitioners, and anyone seeking safe, holistic, at-home care and inexpensive all-natural remedies....

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Thomas Easley and Steven Horne

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The trusted guide that transforms herbal knowledge into real medicine—250 safe and effective remedies you can make at home.

The essential guide to making herbal medicine that works—because method matters.

You’ve tried the teas. Tinkered with tinctures. Flipped through gorgeous herb books that left you wondering: Why don’t my remedies work?

Here’s the truth: How you make plant medicine is just as important as what you use.

The Modern Herbal Dispensatory reveals what clinical herbalists know—the techniques and preparations that unlock each herb’s full healing power. With 250 proven remedies and clear step-by-step instructions, it turns your kitchen into a real herbal pharmacy.

Inside You’ll Learn:
• 250 Proven Remedies for Real Results: Fire Cider that clears sinuses fast, Elderberry Syrup for immune support, Garlic-Mullein Oil for earaches, and more
• Why Preparation Matters: Get the right effect from the right form—bitters activate digestion when tasted, and yarrow tea may support sweating and gut relief better than capsules
• The Six Tissue States: Go beyond symptoms—match herbs to underlying imbalances like heat, cold, dampness, or tension
• The Math Made Easy: Master ratios, percentages, and dosages with clear, practical charts
• Extraction Methods, Demystified: From teas and tinctures to advanced percolation, fluid extracts, and Soxhlet setups—with full-color visual guides
• The 12 Categories of Herbs: Why pungent herbs extract best in alcohol, mucilants need water, and some must be dried before use
• Every Form, Every Function: Covers the full spectrum—from teas and tinctures to oils, lozenges, extracts, and advanced preparations
• Designed for Real Use: Includes full-color photo guides, sourcing tips, multiple appendices, and a complete index for quick reference

What Makes This Book Different:

Most herb books tell you what plants do. The Modern Herbal Dispensatory shows you how to extract their full power—with the precision needed for results.

“If you’ve ever wondered which extraction method to use, or hesitated to try percolation, this clear and concise guide will become a trusted companion.”
—Guido Masé, co&#8209;founder & co&#8209;director, Vermont Center for Integrative Herbalism

Perfect For:

• Beginners ready to move beyond DIY tea blends
• Herbalists who want consistent, potent formulas
• Health practitioners expanding into plant-based care
• Anyone building a natural medicine cabinet that works

The Herbal Standard for Over a Decade:

Used in schools, clinics, and apothecaries nationwide, The Modern Herbal Dispensatory is the go-to reference for serious herbalists.

Your herbs are only as powerful as your methods. Now’s the time to make real medicine.