Herbal Medicine: A Beginners Guide to Herbal Remedies for
Herbal medicine has been around for thousands of years and has effectively treated a great many people. In recent times allopathic pharmaceutical medications have taken over and in the process many of the traditional herbal remedies have fallen by the wayside. However, pharmaceutical medicine often falls short in delivering relief for many ailments, whereas herbal medicine often succeeds where allopathic medications fail! In this book, herbal treatments for many conditions are covered, which includes: Anxiety Allergy Cold and flu Headaches Stomach problems Nausea Acne and skin Arthritis High blood pressure Diabetes Menopause Also in this lengthy and extensive guide, 36 great herbs for health are included, with their actions, interactions and contraindications outlined in...
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The Modern Guide to Using Herbs and Essential Oils You don’t have to identify with the goddess or Earth Mother labels to get going with holistic treatments for your everyday health needs. If you already buy organic produce, make an effort to eat whole foods, and tend to choose Method products over Windex, it only makes sense that that you’d approach your health, wellness, and beauty regimen with a similarly all-natural approach. Do-It-Yourself Herbal Medicine inspires you to easily and affordably take charge of how you look and feel by sharing simple and fun recipes that use Mason jars, sauce pans, and even your French press in creative ways. In these pages, you’ll find:...
more infoFundamentals of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 4e
Focusing on emerging therapies and those best supported by clinical trials and scientific evidence, Fundamentals of Complementary and Alternative Medicine describes some of the most prevalent and the fastest-growing CAM therapies in use today. Prominent author Dr. Marc Micozzi provides a complete overview of CAM, creating a solid foundation and context for therapies in current practice. Coverage of systems and therapies includes mind, body, and spirit; traditional Western healing; and traditional ethnomedical systems from around the world. Discussions include homeopathy, massage and manual therapies, chiropractic, a revised chapter on osteopathy, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, naturopathic medicine, and nutrition and hydration. With its wide range of topics, this is the ideal CAM reference for both students...
more infoEncyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Home Reference
Fully updated and authoritative, this revised edition of DK’s Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine makes this classic, completely illustrated reference guide even bigger and better than the original. Featuring more than 550 medicinal plants and the most current scientific research, this volume provides a comprehensive guide to healing with the world’s oldest form of medicine. A unique photographic index profiles over 550 plants, with detailed information on habitat and cultivation, parts used, active constituents, therapeutic properties, and traditional and current uses. A special section profiles 100 of the most common plants, featuring herbal preparations and recommendations for self-treatment. Guidelines on growing, harvesting, and storing medicinal plants also demonstrate making remedies for home use. In addition,...
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