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Back to Eden: The Classic Guide to Herbal Medicine, Natural Foods, and Home Remedies since 1939 (Golden Anniversary Edition) Hardcover – January 22, 2004

by Jethro Kloss (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 419 ratings
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Now in its expanded, updated revised edition, this is the original classic text (with more than 5-million copies sold) that helped create the natural foods industry. It remains today one of the major texts on herbs, natural diet and lifestyle and wholistic health.
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  1. Print length
    936 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Lotus Press
  4. Publication date
    January 22, 2004
  5. Dimensions
    5.75 x 2 x 8.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0940985136
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0940985131
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lotus Press; Revised, Updated, Subsequent edition (January 22, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 936 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0940985136
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0940985131
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.7 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 2 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 419 ratings

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Best copy of this book out there, I am learning so much from it and glad to have it to refer back to again and again!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The original version. Quite lengthy, but informative
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2021
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Although it's not particularly professionally, or even well thought out- on pages, the information is good. Keeping in mind Mr. Kloss was helping to heal folks back in early 1900's, I take my hat off to him for putting this book out there. There are newer techniques on some things, and product changes over the years have made some items not as healthy, or different than they were back then. (soymilk was one of his staples) Today, it's processed differently than what his homemade method, and I use Almond milk instead.
But a lot to learn from Jethro Kloss.
I suggest after you read until you are tired, to use the Table of Contents to zero in on subjects.
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G' Mack
5.0 out of 5 stars One of My Favorite Books
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2013
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If you are into Holistic or Naturopathic self help, this is not a bad place to start reading. _Back to Eden_ is a classic read on the subject. I read this book for the first time as a time and years later, it still holds up. If you want to understand more about herbs and such, that section of the book offers information regarding the main herbs and roots that are in use for a variety of conditions. But, I do think it has a lot of common sense approaches to the use of herbs and treatment for mild ailments. While it does offer information about serious conditions, by no means would I use this book in place of medical advice. I would approach those aspects with extreme caution and cross referencing, as well consultation with a professional practitioner. The reasons (forgive me for stating the obvious); some herbs cause contraindication or adverse reaction in combination with some medications and self diagnosis is dangerous and fool hardy -- it should be left up to the professions (second opinions are always good too).

My paperback copy fell apart years ago, but, now I have a Kindle Edition of the book. Thanks Amazon!
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Im Scarlet
5.0 out of 5 stars The earlier years are the best i. e
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2015
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I have had a couple versions of this book for over 25 years and it has helped me get thru some major illnesses w/o having to go seek medical help. This version was supposed to have come out in '72 but it had a 1974 chart in it. wtf? The earlier years are the best i.e., the older the version the better because the Kloss family was still involved in the publishing whereas now i'm not so sure. The old, old versions which my mother had did not say "seek medical help" so I'm very skeptical about who's publishing this book now.
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Rebecca R. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars The Herbal
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2016
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Great herbal resource. Tells about each herb and its properties as well as finding herbs to use for specific conditions. He also tells you how to prepare herbs for use. Alot of information regarding diet and water consumption as well as other health practices. Not as complete as the original, but still a good resource. I have had a copy of the original book for over 40 years and it is falling apart. Bought this one for a friend.
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Stella LaRue
4.0 out of 5 stars Classic
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2013
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I bought my first copy of this book back in the early 80's. It straddles the line between good, practical information about medicinal herbs, and how to find, mix, and use them. It also talks about illnesses and natural ways to cure them. Ok, now for the negatives - its more than a little "alternative medicine" and some of the information is suspect.

But, there's a reason the book has stood the test of time and is considered a classic - its got good information!
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Gerald E.
5.0 out of 5 stars Best herbal and health book ever
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2015
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One of the most informative books on natural healing and health. I've owned the paperback for over 15yrs and unfortunately it was destroyed. If your looking for an alternative to the poisons that pharmaceutical companies are passing off as cures then this is the way to go. Using this as a foundation and take a few naturalists courses and your in your way to a healthier you and can stop putting pharmaceuticals in your body with all the dangerous and sometimes fatal side effects. Start living and healing yourself the way God intended
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royalty1022
5.0 out of 5 stars If you like to rely on some natural remedy for your body ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2015
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I purchased this to have on hand because I due refer to it from time to time for different natural remedies. I have always had this as a reference and my original book fell apart and needed to be replaced. If you like to rely on some natural remedy for your body this is an excellent, excellent book to have. I don't want to be without it, I have referred to this book off and on for over 40 yrs. A great reference to have in your library.
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T. Burkett
3.0 out of 5 stars I own the real book
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2023
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This is a reference type book. Because there is no page numbers the individual topics is hard to find. So the index in the back of the book says page number but since the pages are not listed you cannot go directly to the page or even know where that topic is found.
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Sabina Rossi
5.0 out of 5 stars Book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 25, 2023
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Very interesting reading! I really advise to have a copy in your library
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Frank A.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great information read this book over 40yrs ago .
Reviewed in Spain on August 24, 2023
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Maintenance well being easy to read well great information
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radomir miljkovic
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2015
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Good book,
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ELondon
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2018
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A Wonderful book
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Rafal Pielka
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2017
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Very Good Product. Thank you.
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