Herbal Antivirals, Antibiotics & Antifungals: Make Medicine at Home - Plant-Based Natural, Homeopathic, Safe, Alternative Remedies

The starting sentiment is because I think it's fair to say that when people see the title of this book their first impulse will be to utter 'yeah right' or they might do the exact opposite and go ham; neither is recommended (either by commonsense or by this book).And that is my first pro: given the subject matter this is responsible right from the start, this read has a hard to miss disclaimer that in essence “shouts” that this book is only meant to pass on (anecdotal) information: “Most of the data available on natural products are anecdotal; hence, they should not be taken as a replacement for treatment. You are free to try out any of the herbal products on minor infections that may not develop into serious illness. However if you are not sure of the condition you are suffering from contact your doctor before using any herbs.”I also really like that this knows its audience (those of us with little knowledge about herbs) and so takes off with the basics like what is a virus/viral infection. That said I have to add that explaining how those replicate seemed somewhat out of place (was it to give more context for antivirals?) but I also have to give it that at least it was interesting and I don't really think extra knowledge hurts.Last pro is that overall I thought what it says about herbs was to the point and practical, not wasting time and up front stating the most useful information like for example if herbs can be ingested without side effects along with recommended ways/dosis of ingestion/application. That said, very closely related is my first “con” that has to do with the section on infections: this limits itself to naming types of infections and doesn't really go into more detail. On first reading that sounds very unhelpful but after giving it some thought I have to concede that this isn't a book about diagnosing what you have; bottom line this is about *herbs.*From that it could easily be argued this is then no more than a glorified list of plants that **might** be good for you, and to that I think this book would remind you that herbal remedies are a natural alternative; not an alternative to a doctor.Another “criticism” is that in the section about ways to boost your immunity (your immune system) most are ridiculously obvious (exercising, eating right? You don't say!) but in all fairness it's probably because *they're just true* and there's no way around it (not without a magic wand or something). Then there's also a more personal “grievance” in that section, the herbs that it recommends could help boost your system are some I've never heard of! (moringa, is that like a step in flamenco? and ashwagandha just sounds like a made up word!) but neither of those are the book's fault just my own ignorance and it's easy to see that “flaw” as this book actually doing its job: telling me things I didn't know and probably wouldn't have learned about without reading.Overall I have to say that this covers what it promises, it's a practical guide to treating everyday diseases. Sometimes it goes beyond the simple mission statement and gives additional interesting information and sometimes it sticks to the chosen path but at the end of the day I can't fault it for keeping it to the point so I rate it five out of five for talking about what the title/blurb advertised. Also, just as a sidenote there's but one moral of the story: GARLIC, it seems to cover just about every sin.Last but not least I'd recommend this book to anyone who doesn't know much of anything about herbs and especially if you are interested in herbal remedies or you want to find an alternative treatment to conventional medicine but if you are an herbal expert or are looking for an encyclopedia or textbook about all medicinal herbs then look elsewhere because this is not it, this is more a simple everyday guide.

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Shannon McCarthy's 'Herbal Antivirals, Antibiotics & Antifungals' is so timely for anyone seeking alternatives to what the doctor orders. It's a practical guide for using natural substances as remedies for everyday diseases. The author set out to give the reader more specifics than are usually found in the typical herbal remedy book. I think that she succeeded in doing this.The book is well-organized, and starts out with some definitions for categorization purposes. Three main sections coincide with the book title. A fourth section deals with the immune system. Each herb entry contains two or three paragraphs of information, including an overview and step-by-step instructions for use. Most of the herb entries contain instructions for more than one way to use it, highlight the best way to use it, and mention any contraindications.Although some of the information is scientific, this book is an easy read. I appreciated the book layout as it made good use of bold face, rules, and color bands. There are color photos throughout, but not one showing each herb. I don't think this is a big problem, as most are pretty common and I will need to do additional research for purchasing purposes anyway. Good helpful book!

I learned a lot from this small sampling of different herbs that I had never thought of as medicinal or nutritional in the past. I wish there would have been more information on how to prepare these herbs and dosages for specific medical issues. This was just enough to encourage me to learn more about this subject before actually using these plants in a responsible way. I was disappointed to find out that I need to purchase a broader based tutorial regarding medicinal herbs.

If your into Holistic Health then this book is definitely something you should read. I myself already use alot of these herds in my everyday life as I try to use as many natural remedies in my life and for my family as possible. This book gave me more in-depth knowledge of how to make more holistic remedies at home. With more Do's and Dont's knowledge Im going to try some of the new herds that I found in this book to make and try knew remedies for myself and my family. Having a massage therapy background as well. I can try my hand and some of these herds to make different kinds of massage oils for my clients depending on the elements that they have and to better help with ease the some problems that Western Medicine can't always help with. Definitely will be useing this book in my everyday life.

I learned a lot about all types of herbs such as natural antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals.I learned that natural herbs works just as good as synthetic medications.The book discusses garlic , oregano , fennel, and licorice root. The author talked about her past experience with suffering froma advanced bladder infection which was a eye opener to me. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to learn more about natural herbs.

There is a lot of peat and repeat in this book, no pictures, not to be confused with a guide. It is somewhat informational if you have time to sit and read a lot.

I found this book at the perfect time (flu season along with COVID-19). There's a lot of information here that can help when you are looking for more natural, holistic forms of relief from your symptoms when you're not feeling well. It also provides great insight on how to remain healthy even when you aren't sick. Would absolutely recommend for beginners interesting in more herbal and holistic approaches to wellness.

If you’re curious about the world of alternative medical and plant-based remedies, this is the book for you. In “Herbal Antivirals, Antibiotics, and Antifungals”, the author Shannon McCarthy delves into the basics of what these alternatives are, and how nature can be laden with powerful healing properties. She also teaches you how to use certain plants and herbs for medicinal purposes in a safe and easy do-it-yourself approach.Reading this book does not feel like reading a textbook. Instead, it reads like a practical how-to guide that is full of helpful information. It’s beginner friendly, so anyone without any knowledge of plant-based alternative medicine can follow and learn from the basics. I enjoy learning the fact that many substances in nature have the ability to treat various viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. It’s good to know that medicine does not only equal the traditional, chemical-based and synthetic pharmaceuticals!The organization of the book makes it easy to read and follow along. It’s divided into 4 main sections. Section 1 focuses on antiviral herbs. It starts by introducing what viruses are, types of viruses, what antivirals are, how viruses differ from bacteria, some symptoms of common viral infections, and more. What a timely read during this COVID-19 virus pandemic! After the introduction of viruses, it goes on to the overview of all the various antiviral herbs. It’s enlightening to learn that a lot of my favourite herbs that I already use for cooking at home, such as garlic, ginger, oregano, basil, and rosemary have antiviral and health-boosting properties!Section 2 is similar to the first section in terms of structure, but it deals with antibacterial herbs. It teaches you how bacterial infections can occur, how antibiotics work, and then gives examples of some common bacterial infections and the herbs that can help fight these infections.Section 3 deals with antifungal herbs. It contains a list of herbs with fungi-fighting properties, and how these herbs can be applied or consumed to fight infections. I noticed that garlic is found on all 3 lists for its antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties – no wonder it’s touted as a superfood (or super herb) by some.Section 4, the last section, sums everything up and adds additional information on the overall body immunity, parts of the immune system, how to improve it, and some lifestyle tips for overall health and well-being. I like the message about putting more emphasis on disease prevention rather than treatment.Overall, this book makes a great read – full of useful information, entertaining, purposeful, and motivating. It makes me want to go to the nearest supermarket or local farmer’s market and buy some of the herbs that I don’t already have in my kitchen, and look up recipes on how to incorporate them more in daily meals. The positive and motivating tone of the book also makes readers appreciate a healthy lifestyle that focuses on natural plant-based foods and remedies. What can I say? “You are what you eat”, and sticking with what nature gives us is always best.

Not greatly informative....OK if you're new to the subject

The book is like a child’s book even down to having large print. It gives a list of ailments then a list of treatments but does not tell you which remedy is for which ailment. It does not tell you how to prepare and use remedies despite the bold claim on the cover which reads “Make medicine at Home”. A truly waste of money very misleading.