Herbs That Heal: (Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Grow, by Judson Carroll and Steve Cunningham

Master herbalist Judson Carroll introduces you to the world of natural healing through the plants God embedded in creation for our well-being.

From the earliest centuries of Christianity, herbal medicine was essential to the Church’s mission of mercy. Monks and nuns tended apothecary gardens, built hospitals, cared for the poor, and brought whole nations to Christ through their healing work. This book continues that tradition.

Herbs That Heal features:

• A comprehensive list of essential herbs for common ailments – from colds and flu to cuts, inflammation, and respiratory distress
• A saint biography paired with each herb, highlighting a heavenly companion whose life inspires faith and whose intercession we invoke for healing
• Fascinating stories of remedies used throughout Christian history – including one that helped save a person experiencing a severe asthma attack
• Clear, detailed instructions on identifying, growing, harvesting, and preparing herbs safely and effectively

You will also learn:

• How to grow herbs in any environment, from backyard beds to patio pots to stealth “ninja gardening”
• The one herbal formula every household should have at the ready
• How to build a simple starter apothecary for your kitchen
• Which herbs deserve a permanent place in your cooking and in your medicine cabinet