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This guide to self-collected herbs and medicinal plants from nature and their possible uses combines traditional and modern knowledge to produce natural cosmetic products in your own kitchen: from soap or a simple tincture to an elaborately stirred cream. In the book, which is specifically structured into monthly chapters, you can always see exactly which herbs can be harvested and what can be conjured up from them. Our own products are produced almost all year round. From self-collected May leaves that can be processed into cough syrup, a mosquito bite ointment made from ribwort plantain, lipstick with chickweed to nettle soap for better blood circulation, there is something for every need. Many small tips help to alleviate everyday problems. The recipes are easy to follow and explained with step-by-step photos. The book has two special features: Many recipes for pets are included and most of the products are vegan!160 pages.

​A colorful reference book on the healing powers of natureThis illustrated reference book combines old and new knowledge about medicinal herbs, the elements and life through the seasons. It tells of rituals and myths that preserve the secrets of nature and reveals the treasures of the Alpine natural pharmacy.Whether for more energy or for sleep problems: We can find what our body and soul need in the forest, garden and right on our doorstep.Nature knowledge expert Miriam Wiegele and her colleagues have collected interesting, helpful and curious facts from ancient times. They also get to the bottom of popular sayings and traditional legends about nature. Magnificently illustrated anthology with knowledge of nature and medicinal plantsEverything about plant symbolism, magical animals and the power of the stars and elementsThe most important myths, legends, stories and fairy tales about natural treasuresProven remedies and household remedies from the natural apothecary 272 pages

Simply eat well and healthily while stocks last! Stock your pantry when fresh herbs are in abundance, the tomatoes in the garden are all ripening at the same time, and the zucchini patch is overflowing. So you always have provisions and provide yourself with healthy vitamins and homemade delicacies all year round.ALL METHODS OF STOCK-KEEPING AND AROUND 200 PROVEN RECIPESWhether from your own garden, the organic box or from shopping at the farmers market - whatever that is not used up and eaten right away can be transformed into PRACTICAL SUPPLIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY in no time. The nutritionist Rosemarie Zehetgruber describes in detail the VARIOUS METHODS OF NATURAL PRESERVATION, provides practical tips on CORRECT STORAGE and gives lots of suggestions for sustainable and seasonal cooking in her PROVEN RECIPES.FOR YOUR HEALTH: PRESERVE GENTLY AND PRESERVE THE NUTRIENTS OPTIMALLYBoiling and sterilizing, pickling in oil and vinegar, freezing, drying, juicing, lactic acid fermentation or making vinegar - the various methods are presented comprehensively and practically. With the right methods and recipes for vegetables, fruits, nuts, mushrooms, herbs and flowers, it is easy to preserve nature's rich harvest quickly and healthily. And thanks to the GENTLE PREPARATION, FLAVOR AND NUTRIENTS are preserved.CREATE DELICIOUS STOCKS AND ENJOY ALL YEAR ROUNDHomemade jams, syrups, juices or pestos are not only cheaper and tastier, they also make everyday life easier. This means you always have good ingredients at home that can be used to conjure up a healthy meal in a short time. Whether gooseberry chutney, aubergine in honey marinade, tomato sugo, kimchi or sweet and sour zucchini - the varied kitchen treasures are the ideal basis for many simple and tasty dishes that are guaranteed to be a success.- all methods to naturally preserve the valuable harvest< br>- easy to implement practical knowledge about keeping fresh, storing and preserving food- around 200 recipes for canning and pickling vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, mushrooms, herbs and flowers- a practical supply that makes healthy cooking easier makes home easier and faster- comprehensive information about storage, nutrition and health- numerous tips and tricks for processing and preserving garden surpluses and seasonal offers- ideal gift ideas: the right souvenir in stock for every occasion Take advantage of the seasonal offerings of local foods to fill your pantry with valuable treasures from your kitchen. Treat yourself to the luxury of a full pantry and save money.Readers' opinions: Clear and not too complicated! Here you will find numerous options and recipes for preserving food. What's particularly great is that you can do this naturally. I can only recommend the book. I always thought boiling and pickling was a lot of work and not worth the effort. Until I tried the applesauce recipe. It couldn't be easier, and above all, how much better it tastes when you make it yourself. There will be a lot more homemade things for me in the future!

Especially in modern times, when more and more people are suffering from skin diseases, the reference work offers knowledge, suggestions and recipes to strengthen skin health from the natural pharmacy of our ancestors. The 300-page book bundles a complete skin pharmacy for the whole family and looks deep into the secrets of monastery medicine, Hildegard von Bingen and Ayurveda. In addition, Gabriela Nedoma places the knowledge of our ancestors in the context of modern science - each recipe is accompanied by a detailed introduction describing the history of medicine, scientific studies and the effects of the plants. Thanks to this bridge to our time, the remedies in the book are more relevant than ever.Traditional skin medicine: backgrounds of empirical medicine, therapeutic concepts and medical historyInstructions for producing the remedies, basic knowledge Oil and fat bases, folk remedies Experiential medicine in practice: Current scientific studies on the effects of medicinal plants Healing procedures from traditional medicine: Make your own healing ointments, oils and skin creams Proven remedies that work on the skin: On more than 300 pages, Gabriela Nedoma, expert in traditional naturopathy and green cosmetics, presents tried-and-tested recipes for healing ointments, oils and skin creams and a large skin pharmacy Over 100 natural medicines and home remedies to make yourself for the whole family:Skin medicines for external complaints such as neurodermatitis, injuries, wounds, burns, acne, psoriasis and dry skinSkin remedies for internal ones Illnesses, against respiratory problems, pain, inflammation, swelling and sprains Gynecological remedies against cramps, bleeding and menopausal symptomsNatural skin care for babies and people with sensitive skinEffective anti-aging -Remedies for dry, irritated and mature skin In addition to classics such as marigold ointment, St. John's wort oil and Hildegard von Bingen's wormwood oil, the author also presents little-known skin remedies such as oxymel ointments, salt ointments or snow ointments. This makes Traditional Skin Medicine a standard work for everyone who wants to strengthen their skin health with the power of nature!The future of skin health lies in its past, in the health knowledge of our ancestors!

Tangy, funky and fresh: Why vinegar is more than just a salad marinade...It not only gives dishes a pleasantly sour note, but has also been used in natural medicine for thousands of years: Vinegar in all its variants has a lot to offer . However, it depends on the right type - because not all vinegar is the same. Karin Buchart presents the most important possible uses and tells you how you can easily make some types of vinegar yourself.What makes good vinegar? The best-known varieties and what makes them differentMake your own vinegar: How to do it - tips and tricks for making vinegar at homeHealthy with apple cider vinegar - naturally lower blood sugar and build up the intestinal flora< /li>Fruity shrubs, oxymel and pickled vegetables: recipes for every tasteFrom vinegar wraps to cleaning aids: What vinegar can do apart from nutritionExcursion into organic chemistry: Experiments with vinegarSour throughout the year: vinegar extracts and sour honey for every season Healthy with homemade vinegar: natural medicine for the home Strengthen the immune system, stimulate metabolism, Purify, detoxify and much more: Even in ancient Egypt, vinegar was not only used as a food but also as a versatile remedy. To ensure that vinegar water and the like do not become a daily hassle, but rather a pleasant taste experience, Karin Buchart has put together a wide variety of vinegar recipes.

Würzen ohne Zusätze – selbstgemacht schmeckt besserWer auf künstliche Zusatzstoffe verzichten und lieber selbst zum Kochlöffel greifen will, findet in diesem Buch viele Ideen für gesunde Alternativen zu Fertigsaucen und Gewürzmischungen.Ob Ketchup, BBQ-Soße, Pesto, Chutney, Gewürzöl oder Aufstrich – alles lässt sich mit wenig Aufwand zu Hause herstellen und lagern. Auch ausgefallene Rezepte wie fermentierter Knoblauch, grüne Currypaste oder Sirup aus Erdbeeren und Tomaten sind dabei.Selbstgemachte Würzmittel sind nicht nur gesünder, sondern auch günstiger und voller Geschmack. Ein Buch für alle, die bewusst kochen und wissen wollen, was in ihren Soßen steckt.112 Seiten, durchgehend farbig bebildert, 21 x 21 cm, Softcover.

Rezepte für Gesundheit und Schönheit durch die geheimen Kräfte der Pflanzen. Die Natur hat immer recht ist ein Klassiker der modernen Pflanzenheilkunde. In seinem Werk beschreibt er ausführlich die Wirkung von Heilpflanzen, Gemüsen, Salaten und Obst auf die Gesundheit und die Schönheit des Menschen. Zu den Wirkungen gesellt sich im zweiten Teil eine Sammlung seiner Lieblingsrezepte, unterteilt nach Suppen, Hauptgerichten, Saucen, Gemüse und Salaten sowie Nachspeisen und Getränken. Das Buch ist jedoch nicht nur ein Ratgeber für die Gesundheit und Schönheit, es weist bereits 1972 auf die Umweltverschmutzung, das Müllproblem, die Überdüngung, die Autoabgase und die geplante Obsoleszenz von Produkten hin und stellt der Politik der letzten 50 Jahre somit ein erbärmliches Zeugnis aus.320 Seiten

Plants save plantsGarden without poison!The Bible of the nature-oriented French gardeners is now also available in German.112 pages. More than a hundred thousand French gardeners can't be wrong: that's how many have already read the book Stinging Nettle Manure &~ Co by Bernard Bertrand, Jean-Paul Collaert and Eric Petiot. Finally, this absolute success title is also available in German. The authors present ways to protect plants in your own garden against pests and support their growth. All of this without the use of poison or chemicals. The magic formula is: Plants save plants. There is literally a herb to combat everything, you just have to know where. Plant manure can be used in the fruit and vegetable garden as well as in the care of ornamental flowers or to strengthen house plants. Extracts from nettles, horsetail, ferns, comfrey or dandelion, to name just a few, often work wonders in protecting and caring for their colleagues from the plant kingdom. This useful and natural book explains exactly how to produce these plant protection and strengthening agents without chemicals and where to use them most efficiently.The garden will be worth investing in this book for every (hobby) gardener, not just thank you, but give back a hundredfold!

The comprehensive practical book for all pasta lovers! Spaetzle simply tastes best freshly made, but ribbon noodles can also be made in every household and, if desired, preserved by drying.However, a pasta machine is necessary for the numerous variations of Italian pasta made from durum wheat semolina . The filled pasta, such as Maultaschen, tortellini and Carinthian Kasnudeln, are handmade. The coloring and flavoring of pasta, spaetzle &~ Co treated, whether with spinach, chili peppers or black sepia ink.The variety of regional specialties ultimately leads to many new culinary discoveries: whether German sausage spaetzle and yeast knpfle, Swiss chestnut noodles, buckwheat spaetzle from South Tyrol, alpine pasta and steamed dumplings from Austria, Slovenian Struklij, Hungarian Tarhonya or Chinese glass noodles

From simple patterns to elaborate ornaments, decorating objects using the notch carving technique and correctly carving inscriptions are practiced step by step. Proper sharpening of the knives and working with them correctly should also not be missing. A wide range of possible applications, including door signs and bird houses, are presented in the book~ separate workshops are dedicated to the design of a storage box for tea bags, a napkin holder and a tea light stand, a tool box, picture frames, tissue boxes and letter holders. 112 pages

​News from the baking pro- 42 new, creative recipes- Different types of pastries & preparation methods- Numerous step-by-step photos and detailed picturesFor his eighth book, bestselling author Christian Ofner presents a wide variety of delicacies, from sourdough bread made from perennial rye to plum cake with crumble. Newly developed pastry specialties from Ofner, such as his "three kinds of filled Jausenzopf made from dark bread dough" or his "rolled ham and cheese toast", the Topfenkornbrot or Backprofis Weizenlandler, make the snack (Brotzeit) perfect. To the delight of his fans, the baking pro reveals his private favorite sweet recipes: fluffy milk bread, Zupfgugelhupf, poppy seed cake with curd cream and much more. 144 pages.With his sure-fire recipes for pizza, tarte flambée, kebab rolls, pita and naan bread, anyone can make their own street food in future. The preparation methods also vary from baked goods with natural sourdough or overnight proofing to "lightning variations" with dry sourdough or yeast. Additional information on baking techniques and tips can be found with each recipe.The authorChristian Ofner is the "baking pro" and bestselling author with 135,000 books sold, who inspires his readers to bake bread. His baking courses and live baking shows have already inspired thousands of participants and his YouTube videos have been viewed millions of times.

Game classics for children 180 timeless games for every age group Ideas for indoors and outdoors from grandmother's times With special games and customs for the holidays over the course of the year The old children's games such as hopscotch, cops and robbers and blind cow or making spring flutes are often the children's favorite pastimes, both in the past and today. This book, which has been tried and tested for over 30 years, will bring them all back to your memory.You will also learn interesting facts about children and their games in ancient times and learn about special games and customs for holidays.

People are knitting again - an old folk art is appreciated againThe large workbook of traditional Alpine knitting patterns brings103 templates for women's socks and men's socks, vests, jackets and jackets. ?128 pages.Each pattern is shown with a photo and in knitting chart.Instructions for correctly knitting and measuring stockings and vests. Simple and elaborate patterns such as forgotten Liab, Tulipan or the extremely eye-catching Prince's Lamp.Cable pattern, draw stitch model, band model and gap model

6th expanded edition. Old fruit varieties are more in demand today than ever. The Pocket Atlas of Old Fruit Varieties presents a selection of fruit-growing and pomologically valuable old apple varieties, must and commercial pears as well as old varieties of plums, plums, sweet and sour cherries. Images typical of the variety and detailed cross-sectional images of apples, images of the stones of plums and plums in their original size, images of the cores of table pears in their original size and important distinguishing features will help you to reliably identify the 296 old types of fruit. You will also find important information about susceptibility to disease, location requirements, yield performance and utilization properties. 351 pages.

Rhaetian gray cattle, Carinthian spectacled sheep, Old Styrian chicken, German land pinscher and Meissen ram - everything about old domestic animal breeds. More than 200 old domestic and farm animal breeds from Central Europe, i.e. from the former German-speaking area and the countries of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, asks author Martin Haller to step in front of the curtain. Many of them are already threatened with extinction. However, due to their special characteristics, these breeds can be of interest not only to hobby owners, but also to many farmers. You can now find out everything you need to know about these animals in this richly illustrated book. 24 horse and donkey breeds, such as Jutland cold blood, Lipizzaner or albino donkey 29 cattle breeds including the domestic water buffalo and the Wittgenstein Blessvieh 8 pig breeds, such as the Turopolje or the red-colored Husum pig 27 sheep and 15 goat breeds, from the Heidschnucke to the Erzgebirgs goat 87 poultry breeds, whether German salmon chicken, Pomeranian duck, Lippe goose or Crllwitzer turkey< br> 12 rabbit breeds, such as Blue Viennese or Rhenish Pinto 15 endangered dog breeds, such as Land Pinscher, Strobel and Stumper...

Properly plant, care for and harvest everything from apples to cornelian cherries. So that there is always something to pick and snack on. ~Everything about gardening is actually fun. From the careful selection of what should grow, to the hands-on digging, to the crowning moment, the harvest. ~And of course it's even nicer when you do it right. ~This book will help you on your way to... Orchard proceed. It contains everything about planning, planting, caring for, protecting and harvesting and presents around 30 types of pome, stone and berry fruit as well as wine, kiwi and wild fruits, including compact varieties for small areas. Practical tips will help you make delicious use of the freshly harvested fruit, and with the detailed list of varieties you are guaranteed to make the right choice for your garden. 65 color photos, 120 pages. ~

?Gentle natural medicine for everyday problemsIn this unique recipe book you will find 122 really good recipes from the treasure trove of decades of medicinal plant experience, ~from the renowned medicinal plant experts Ursel Bhring and Michaela Girsch. ~< br>There are tried and tested recipes for the whole family to stay healthy and get healthy: for the stomach, immune system, skin and soul, heart, pain, circulation, young and old, woman and man. A book without complicated theory that can be used immediately, peppered with personal recommendations and tips from the authors. 73 color photos. 144 pages. ~

Do you dream of having your own, naturally kept bee colony in your garden and your own honey? Do you also want to help the bees because you care about nature and healthy food? But how to start and do everything right? In this book you will find out who will help you, which type of beekeeping suits you and how you can get a swarm or colony to start with. It shows the course of the bee year, how you can tell whether your bees are doing well, what activities are necessary month after month to properly look after the colony and keep it healthy. Just get started! Hobby beekeeping will stimulate and inspire you. You'll definitely get excited!

How about a touch of miniature country life in your garden? Quail are adorable mini chickens and keeping them is not difficult. You will find out which types of quail there are, which ones are particularly suitable for keeping and everything that goes into ensuring that the chickens live happily and healthily - from housing to feeding, brooding and rearing chicks to your own quail eggs for the kitchen - you will find out all this in this friendly guide. 96 pages.

We want to keep sheep!How to keep your own sheep and do everything rightHobby sheep farmer Willi and his family show what's importantWith the best tips and tricks for healthy sheepDo you want a nature-related balance to your everyday work routine and some country life feeling behind your house? With the gentle and affectionate sheep you are guaranteed to find balance and peace. This guide tells you all the important things that are involved in sheep farming, authentically from Will and his family. Browse and find out almost incidentally what is important in practice.

Find out everything about Oxymel. Book with 160 pages.Much earlier than the famous apple cider vinegar cure, Oxymel vitalized the health of our ancestors as a medicine and elixir of life. Ancient sources already report on the amazing healing powers of sour honey, which was recommended for respiratory diseases and to strengthen Greek athletes, among other things. It was also valued in the Middle Ages. In China it is considered a remedy, and in Russia it is a popular morning drink after getting up.Even today, the medicine made from honey and vinegar has outstanding health potential.The honey-vinegar drink, to which different medicinal herbs can be added as required, is a healthy alternative to alcoholic tinctures. It is used as a remedy and tonic for numerous ailments, but is also an excellent prophylactic against many illnesses.Areas of application for Oxymel:Strengthening the immune systemStrengthening the digestive systemStrengthening the cardiovascular systemStrengthening the nervesGeneral strengthening and supplying the body with vital nutrients

Sweet pastry specialties from Austria. Potitzen, pinzen, donuts &~ Co - sweet through the year with the baking professional!Fresh croissants for breakfast, a delicious nut paste or would you rather have an apple strudel with your coffee? Baking professional Christian Ofner presents all of this and many other sweet pastry specialties from Austria in his third book.Clearly divided into chapters, he reveals his tried and tested recipes for typical everyday, holiday and traditional pastries. Whether Easter Pinzen, Kletzenbrot or marzipan stollen, whether carnival donuts, yeast dough grapes or curd balls, there are the right baked goods for a wide range of occasions all year round! Of course, absolute classics of the Austrian baking tradition should not be missing, and so farmer's donuts, poppy seed beakers, Krntner Reindling and strudel variations complete the tempting sweet recipe range.All recipes are easy to bake using simple step-by-step instructions and are absolutely irresistible . With valuable tips from baking professionals for preparing the dough, finishing, baking and decorating - so that it's guaranteed to be a success. There are also instructional videos for many recipes (easy to access with a QR code), which show how to braid Striezels correctly.

Homemade!Whether fresh pies, air-dried homemade sausages or spicy brawn: pamper family, friends and guests with simply home-made specialties!An experienced practitioner will teach you step by step Learn the basics of making sausage in your own kitchen. Over 100 recipes Classic sausage specialties such as Debreziner, Gttingen and Augsburger, Nuremberg bratwurst, Thuringian red sausage and Carinthian house sausage, Cervelat and Hungarian salami ...< br> Regional specialties and new recipes such as Italian black pudding with red wine, pumpkin or potato sausage ... Aspic: pepper stilt, Kassel rind stomach, eel in vegetable aspic, carp aspic, turkey and pepper aspic... Pat Paris, ham and cheese pt, wild duck terrine, poultry and mushroom pt, spinach and salmon pt, smoked fish terrine...

536 breeds of chickens, bantams, turkeys, guinea fowl, geese, ducks and pigeons Portrait The entire diversity of breed poultry in one volume! A compact reference work for small animal breeders, hobby pet owners and self-sufficient people. Do you love running ducks or would you like to keep a colorful flock of chickens? Here you will find all breeds of poultry: chickens, turkeys, guinea fowl, geese, ducks and pigeons. 536 recognized poultry breeds and colors are presented in detailed descriptions and with 850 color photos. Pictograms with all the information about characteristic properties, benefits, laying performance, show and breeding value make the book an ideal companion for exhibitions and poultry shows.