Herbs that Heal
(Catholic) Home Remedies to Forage and Grow
In an age when prescription medications often produce side effects worse than the conditions they’re meant to treat, many people are searching for gentler, God-given alternatives. The good news? Some of the most effective remedies on earth are growing right outside your door.
Drawing from a rich Catholic health-care tradition, master herbalist Judson Carroll introduces you to the world of natural healing through the plants God embedded in creation for our well-being. Whether you live on a farm, in a neighborhood, or in an apartment with nothing but morning sun on a windowsill, Carroll shows you exactly how to begin a simple, effective remedy garden of your own.
Alongside Carroll’s expert instruction, Steve Cunningham adds lively real-world stories – including the now-famous claim that you can feed a family of four on ten dollars a day – and demonstrates how herbs can become an easy, affordable, everyday part of your life.
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
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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
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Which herbs deserve a permanent place in your cooking and in your medicine cabinet
Catholics need not fear that herbal medicine is “New Age” or spiritually suspect. For centuries, the Church embraced God’s creation with wisdom, discernment, and gratitude, rejecting superstition while preserving the practical knowledge that brought healing to countless souls.
Let this remarkable guide help you cultivate your own remedy garden, reconnect with the healing wisdom of our ancestors, and rediscover the joy of becoming – body and soul – a happier, healthier you.
Endorsements
“In an age when it is hard to know what information to trust, especially when the subject is health and wellness, Judson Carroll offers straightforward, well-researched information that helps people take control of their health. Drawing from generations of wisdom about how the natural herbs and plants around us can lead to a healthier life — diminishing institutionalized dependence on Big Pharma — Judson’s insights and wealth of knowledge have helped me and mine to find alternative avenues that the mainstream media simply doesn’t want to talk about — or want you to know.”
Frank Salvato
Vice President, News & Information Operations, Global Emergent Media Communications (GEMCom); Managing Editor, Tallwire.com; Host, Underground USA podcast
“Judson has a range like few writers these days. Of course, when he hones in on the subject of herbs and wild edibles, no one does it better.”
James Walton
Head, Prepper Broadcasting Network
“Judson Carroll is a serious Catholic whose contributions to Missio Dei Catholic have inspired many in our community. His writing reflects a deep respect for God’s creation, and his focus on herbs offers something valuable for everyone seeking a more natural, faith-rooted approach to health and stewardship of the body.”
Jonathon Fessenden
Cofounder, Missio Dei Catholic
“Judson gives herbs a welcome home in the modern American kitchen. His grounded writing serves as a bridge between the complex history of herbal medicine in the Catholic tradition and today’s home cooks and herbalists. He seemingly and effortlessly combines the science with practical, easy applications, removing the barriers to getting started with herbs and herbal medicines. It is books like this that will successfully usher in a new generation of home herbal practitioners, leading to healthier bodies, vibrant communities, and soil regeneration.”
Liz Reitzig
Founder, Nourishing Liberty
“Judson is a real medicine man. I have worked with him for years. His knowledge and practical skills in making and using plant medicines are invaluable in these crazy times. He has been living off the land for many decades. This book is loaded with hard-won and practical information you won’t find anywhere online. Definitely a book to add to your library.”
Marjory Wildcraft
Founder, The Grow Network; Creator, Grow Your Own Groceries DVD series
“Just as every vice has a virtue to heal the soul, God has also placed remedies in creation to heal the body. Herbs That Heal unites Catholic wisdom, natural medicine, the saints, and beautiful imagery into one rich and accessible guide. More than a book, it is an essential resource for every Catholic home.”
Patrick O’Hearn
Author, "Humility of the Saints"
“I am so delighted to have this incredible resource in my library! It is a thoroughly Catholic, detailed explanation of healing herbs and the principles behind them. An indispensable resource for identifying, harvesting, and even growing your own trove of medicinal treasures, Herbs That Heal offers not just theory, but the hands-on guidance you need to put these principles into practice. This book is truly inspiring for experienced gardeners yet accessible enough for the most novice of growers.”
Samantha Stephenson
Author, "Grow Where You’re Planted"
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| SKU | d16073 |
| SKU | 6066 |
