Herbs - The Journal Of The Herb Society

Latest issue of Herbs

Cover of the latest addition of Herbs

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Herb Society events 2008.
News Focus – Greece Wants its herbs returned. William Turner's 500th Anniversary.
Books – 2 reviews by Anthony Lyman-Dixon
Case Notes: Chrontic Sinusitis
Medical herbalists in your area.
Classified
Diary of herb events around the UK

Contents of the latest issue - HERBS 2008 Vol. 33, No. 1

Features

Plump Perfection. Peonies have been the medicine of the gods and favourites of Chinese emperors. Lesley Bremness looks at the history of these blowsy blooms.
Drove Road Beauty. A good living was to be had collecting the wild herbs growing alongside the old drove roads. Gabrielle Hatfield goes back in time to the root diggers craft.
On The Brink. Food, medicine, status symbols - orchids are all of these. Dr Henry Oakeley continues his journey into their world and alerts us to the threats facing these stunning plants.
Seaside Super Berry. Andrew Chevallier separates the fact from the hype surrounding sea buckthorn berries, which may be the latest herbal miracle workers.
Fresh Greens. The young spring shoots of cleavers, nettles and dandelion once supplied the vitamins we lacked through winter. Jessica Houdret loves weeds and they are great for making new season tonics.
Pick Up Pizzazz. Take note of Penelope Ody's history of tonic herbs to put a spring in your step - but one or two might make you feel a little queasy.
Cabbages And Chicory. Sarah Raven our current President shares her favourite recipes using these winter vegetables.

Cover of previous edition of Herbs

Plus Regular Items

Herb Society notes on the annual general meeting and general news round up.
News Focus – pharmaceutical reductionist theories versus medical herbalist approaches.
Letters – pharmacists respond to criticism; seed quality; tea testing.
Books – including a review by Dr Henry Oakeley
Case Notes: Bronchitis
Medical herbalists in your area.
Crossword, by Audrey Butterworth
Classified
Diary of herb events around the UK

Contents of the previous issue - HERBS 2007 Vol. 32, No. 4

Features

Starry Sensations. The exotic fragrance of jasmine or simply, la fleur, is a potent feature of romantic summer evenings. Jessica Houdret writes on its charms and its history, and provides recipe ideas for pick-me-ups
Weird And Wonderful. There's nothing that Dr Henry Oakeley doesn't know about the history and, should it be mentioned, the quirkiness of orchids. In fact, he has made them his life's work.
Grown To Order. Kelly Holman discovers the showy formality of the château potager.
Natural States. Going back to nature takes on a new meaning in Devon where Christina Green discovers a community herb garden with international connections.
Cold Comfort. Sophie Grigson's soup is warming on cold winter evenings. There are also seasonal tips for pumpkins and squashes.
Time For Tea. By 1684 tea was the favourite import from China to England, far outstripping stunning silks and porcelain. Penelope Ody dips into history and looks at the claims for its medicinal properties.

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Herb Society Members receive Herbs, the UK's oldest specialist magazine devoted exclusively to herbs. Herbs is published four times a year. Issues of the journal are also available at some herbal and gardening events and by mail from the Herb Society. The annual subscription for Herbs to be sent to you in the UK is £15. E-mail The Herb Society office to purchase your copy of Herbs.
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Editorial Board - Debbie Arden and Cheryl Waller.

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November by 3 October 2008

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