Pathways to Wellness: Complementary Treatments: Herbs and Herb Formulations: The Safe Use of Herbs

Ginger “Ginger warms the stomach and intestines thereby stimulating Digestion… is helpful during the first stages of chills at the onset Of a cold.”
	“Greens” “Collards, Mustards, Turnip Tops, Kale, Dandelions are mineral-rich... ideal for activating sluggish bowels... a perfect milk replacement for those who can’t tolerate dairy products.”.
Bamboo Shoots “Young, sprouting stems of Bamboo… reduce mucous and phlegm... is drying... reduces the water content of the body.”
	Basil “Basil relaxes nerves, spasms… calms and aids digestion... helps relieve stress related headaches and constipation.”
Cactus Pads “Grow wild in Mexico, California [and the Southwest]. Flat succulent pads covered with thorns… taste like stringbeans... stimulates insulin… juice can be applied to swollen, painful injuries and joints for relief.”
	Aloe Vera “Fresh gelatinous contents applied directly to sores and rashes to stimulate healing... stop pain... juices can be taken internally to cool inflammations and infections.”
Dill “Strengthens digestion… relieve colic... promotes flow of milk in nursing mothers.”
	Fennel “Leaves and stalks stimulate digestion and increase... bowels... antispasmodic… helps lung expel phlegm… tunes up digestion of cancer patients who are undergoing… chemotherapy.”
Mint “Helps resolve headaches caused by overheating in the head... over-exposure to the sun…relaxes and calms nerves.”
	Rosemary “Rises upward... clearing phlegm from the head... alertness increases... depression is often lifted... revitalizing... raises blood pressure... antioxidant.”
Parsley “Mineral-rich... leaf stimulates liver and kidney functions... root... rids body of excess water... help dissolve stone-causing acids... stems can be simmered... release... fluids from the chest area.”
	Seaweeds “(Dulse, Kelp, Kombo, Nori, etc.) Are the most mineral-rich of all herbs... certain toxins and heavy metals are cancelled out by taking Seaweeds... daily.”
Sage “Is one of the greatest of all tonic herbs – especially helpful to older people because it revitalizes the nervous, glandular and immune systems.”
	Thyme “Is a lung tonic... strengthens immune system so that there is greater resistance to colds and flu.”
Turmeric “Targets... digestive processes and subsequent circulation of blood into the joints, muscles, pelvic and shoulder areas... is an anti-inflammatory.”
	Watercress “Is a mineral-rich tonic herb that may be used as a nutritional supplement... enhances the functions of glands, nerves and lungs. It encourages blood building and helps neutralize acids.”

I salute Beverly Coleman's lifelong commitment to wellness and can truly vouch for her absolute steadfast quest to improve conditions of those around her through the practice of prevention. She has now manifested her research in this monumental achievement, THE SAFE USE OF HERBS. Many will achieve a higher state of well-being because of this work. Diane E. Watson, Ph.D., California State Senator, Chairperson, Health and Human Services

In this era of managed care and the downsizing of big business, we cannot rely on big business, big government or the giant medical establishment to take care of us. We must take more responsibility in the care of ourselves.... With this book, Beverly Coleman has produced a valuable paradigm to stimulate our thoughts and attention to caring about our bodies. She gives us tools to assess various aspects of our own wellness and coaxes us to a new awareness of the wealth of resources we have at our fingertips -common household foods to strengthen our health.... Almitra Cleaver, MA, MPH, Registered Dietitian, Certified Health Educator

This book is a reflection of the author's years of specialized education and world-wide experience. I have purchased several copies and passed them on to my friends who are interested in and in need of holistic health practices. I found the recipes especially helpful as well as the recommendations about household herbs as simple shortcuts to good health procedures... Cora M. Viray, MSW, LCSW

Beverly Coleman has compiled an outstanding book that contains practical information and a format through which its readers can achieve and maintain optimum health. No other book on the subject of herbs attains the clarity and simplicity of this text. I recommend it to my patients.... Joycelyn Edmund, RN, OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife

I am recommending THE SAFE USE OF HERBS to all of my patients. It is easy to follow, logical for every level of knowledge and a pure delight for professionals. Her approach enables individual research in contrast with many books that end in a guessing game as to which herb or combination to utilize fora particular condition. It has surpassed my expectations. Marie F. Branch, RN, MA, DC

Herbs are sometimes prescribed inappropriately for acute, serious illnesses. However, they are best used for minor complaints and to promote wellness... This is what I like about Beverly Coleman's book. She indicates how to use herbs to prevent illness and promote health - not as a substitute for prescription drugs.... Her book is written in such a fashion that almost anyone who is literate can understand it. It follows the advice of Hippocrates and "Let Thy Food Be Thy 'Preventive' Medicine." I highly recommend it and make it available to my patients. James P. Carter, MD, DrPH, Professor of Nutrition, Tulane School of Medicine

This book is simply wonderful! I have taken a case of books to work and my co-workers are purchasing them for themselves, their friends and their families. I find that men are especially interested in the book. And everyone loves the recipes. Barbara Wilson, Supervisor, Los Angeles Department of Engineering

Many authors have written about herbs and how to use them. But this book is different in that it gives a checklist for self assessment and insights regarding our body types. This information has assisted me in knowing which herbs and recipes are best for my individual needs. The author has accomplished the difficult task of addressing the general public while, at the same time, providing individuals with information and procedures through which to personalize a wellness program. It is a must for every home, every caregiver, every medical training establishment and every minister should promote it. Reverend Crystal Bujol, DD