Root to Stem

'Root to Stem<i> is a seasonal and holistic approach to health that puts plants herbs and nature at the heart of how we live and eat. It is a new kind of guide that links individual health to our communities and the planet's health to sustain us all.</i>' <p/>This perfect companion to the seasons this book will show you how to take greater control over your own health and well-being treat everyday ailments and ensure the sustainability of the planet through discovering how to forage grow or shop for plant- and herb-based foods and products. Including: <p/> Detox in the spring with sorrel cleavers and nettles. <br> Harvest summer lime leaf shoots to soothe digestive upsets and feed gut microbes. <br> Bake a Lammas loaf to celebrate the autumnal equinox.<br> Boost your winter immunity with red berries purple potatoes and rosehips. <p/>Root-to-stem eating encourages you to use every edible part of plant including the leaves skin seeds and stalks. <p/>Travelling through the four seasons expert medical herbalist Alex Laird shares the natural ingredients that are available on your doorstep simple delicious recipes and easy-to-make herbal remedies.