Wise Concoctions: Natural Elixirs and Tonics for Health and Energy

Smart cocktails to smoothies, today's refreshments do more than just refresh. Tonics and elixirs are an exciting new addition to this healthful repertoire of natural wonders. Based on centuries—old herbal traditions from both the East and West, Wise Concoctions is a compendium of wholesome beverages with curative and tonic powers. Here are soothing elixirs to remedy everything from stuffy noses to hangovers and potent tonics to boost energy or fortify the immune system. Post-Workout Broth to Sweet Dreams Elixir, Margaret's Aphrodisiac to Spring Cleaning Tonic, these recipes are both easy to prepare and very practical. Organized by ailment and complete with an informative glossary of ingredients, this is a friendly way to start benefiting from herbal medicine in daily life.