Hoodoo Rootwork: Holistic Care and Preserving the Rich Heritage and Systems of African American Herbalists

Hoodoo rootwork is an amalgam of herbal and spiritual practices from many cultures, influences, and practices throughout the diaspora. Rootwork was foundational to the survival of enslaved peoples and continues to be a thriving, practical, and effective tradition. The various approaches of rootwork focus on the wellness of the individual as a whole including the mind, body, spirit, environment, and relationships.