For those looking to use herbs for a healthier lifestyle, Rodale’s 21^st-Century Herbal ($35.00, 498 pp) by Michael J. Balick, PhD., is an all-purpose guide into the traditional use of many of the most popular herbs as well as how to incorporate them into your daily life. The book covers topics like the global history of herbs, how they work in the body, and how to incorporate them practically into your lifestyle.This book also extends beyond health, with advice on using herbs for scenting, decorating, and cleaning.

Rodale, Inc., 773 Third Avenue, New York, NY, 10017, www.rodalebooks.com

Published by WholeFoods Magazine Online, 7/29/14