Encyclopaedia of Herbs, Condiments and Spices : For Cooks, Gardners and Healthy Eaters (With their Medical Benefits and Side Effects)/edited by S.K. Bhatia. New Delhi, Gita Enterprises, 2005, x, 199 p., ISBN 81-87877-16-2.

    Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Entries A-Z. 3. Hazardous herbs. 4. Bibliography. 5. Index.

    "Do the small amounts of herbs and spices we add to our food have any nutritional and medical benefits? The answer is yes, when they are used in the right way. From alfalfa to yeast, The Encyclopaedia of Herbs, Condiments and Spices tells you:

• The plant from which the herb or spice derives
• The native habitats and properties of herbs and spices
• The use of herbs and spices in cooking and their nutritional value
• The medicinal benefits and possible adverse effects of each herb or spice
• The practical uses of herbs and spices around the house, as home remedies, cosmetics and in the control of insects.

    Fully seasoned with hints and tips, The Encyclopaedia of Herbs, Condiments and Spices is an invaluable guide for gardeners, cooks and all who enjoy healthy and adventours eating."

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