Della Medicina by Lisa Fazio

Della Medicina: Italian-American Folk Healing Guide for Ancestral Wellness and Herbal Magic

Unlock the ancient secrets of Italian-American folk healing with "Della Medicina: The Tradition of Italian-American Folk Healing" by Lisa Fazio. Beautifully blending wisdom passed down by her Italian grandparents with in-depth knowledge from Southern Italian healers, this essential guide connects modern readers to their heritage, their health, and the powerful energies of the earth. Explore traditional plant-based medicines, rituals, kitchen magic, and protective practices that can deepen spiritual connections and foster holistic healing. Every page is a step toward revitalizing your ancestral roots and transforming your everyday wellness routine with heartfelt tradition and vibrant botanical lore.

Product Highlights

• Unveils folk wisdom and techniques from Italian-American and Southern Italian healers, including unique plant preparations, medicines, rituals, recipes, and magical practices.
• Features a detailed materia medica of culturally significant plants, sharing each plant’s history, mythology, and both practical and magical uses.
• Explains the practices of Benedicaria (“the Blessing Way”), kitchen and protective magic, folk Catholicism, and animistic traditions.
• Offers step-by-step guidance for traditional healing, kitchen spells, and tools for averting harm and attracting good fortune.
• Ideal for those seeking a deeper connection with their ancestors, spiritual self-healing, and the mystical side of herbalism.
• Written by clinical herbalist Lisa Fazio, drawing on expertise in psychology, ethnobotany, and family tradition.
• Comprehensive, easy-to-follow, and perfect for anyone interested in folk healing, witchcraft, or rediscovering cultural roots.

Trade Paperback | English | 448 pages | 1.00 x 6.00 x 8.90 IN