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The Fragrant Pharmacy opens the way to a whole world of fresh possibilities. It is a new approach to nature through one of its most powerful forms - those fragrant 'essential oils' drawn from flowers and grasses, trees and roots, leaves and fruit, that remain the great untapped resources of our planet. The Fragrant Pharmacy shows how each essential oil can offer many diverse benefits. One of the most holistic of all systems of medicine, the oils can alleviate symptoms, prevent many illnesses and disorders and help in their healing process. But more than that, they can provide all of us - our families, our homes, even our pets - with the protections and pleasures we need…without the chemical pollution of our bodies or our envirnment. This illuminating and imaginative book of aromatherapy is the household manual of the future. It is a treasury of information about precious life- and health-enhancing liquids that work in complex harmony with people and planet alike. Here is a comprehensive encyclopaedia of 'medicines out of the earth', those miracles of creation which revitalise and rejuvenate, enhance our emotions and help our work and play. It charts out for all of us a fragrant way to family health and home delights.
Step into the fantastically fragrant world of magical oils and
discover a new, invigorating way to delight your senses, uplift
your spirits, improve your health, and enjoy total relaxation.
Whether your intention is magical or medicinal, specially blended
essential oils can enrich your life with their mystical,
energizing, and transformative power.
Within this one-of-a-kind portable apothecary, you'll learn to
select and mix 67 essential oils for a myriad of magical,
medicinal, and spiritual applications. Spanning every purpose from
inner calm and romance to healing and energy work to prayer and
spellcraft, all 1,200 recipes are arranged alphabetically to make
it easy to find precisely what you need.
Step by step, Celeste Rayne Heldstab also shows how to create
your own blends for spells, rituals, and remedies. Amp up their
potency with correspondences for the elements, day of the week,
time of day, Moon phase, astrological sign, herbs, and
gemstones.
--Protection for house & home--Love & passion--Career
& finances--Dreamwork & meditation--Beauty & skin
care--Fatigue, headaches, & other common ailments
Praise: "Celeste skillfully demystifies the process of using and
blending oils by providing lucid, detailed, and easy-to-read
instructions while emphasizing the magical power inherent in
plants."--Judika Illes, author of The Encyclopedia of 5,000
Spells
Fully updated guide to the theory and practice of Dr. Vodder's
Manual Lymph Drainage Written by the world's leading authorities on
Dr. Emil Vodder's techniques for manual lymph drainage (MLD), this
lavishly illustrated guide provides step-by-step descriptions of
how to massage the lymph vessels to stimulate smooth lymphatic
flow. A concise text describing the basic anatomy and physiology of
the circulatory and lymphatic systems is supplemented by full-color
photographs and revelatory schematic drawings. The authors discuss
indications and contraindications for the treatment techniques,
based on the various types of swelling caused by lymphedema, as
well as the ways in which Dr. Vodder's method affects different
regions of the body. Key Features: The latest information on
complete decongestive therapy (CDT), including coverage of
compression therapy, taping, respiratory treatment, and other
complementary methods More than 200 color photographs demonstrate
the therapist's application of manual pressure and movement
patterns Each chapter includes numerous practical tips and
sufficient space for personal notes 56 review questions enable
self-study Dr. Vodder's Manual Lymph Drainage: A Practical Guide is
a comprehensive, one-stop reference for students, therapists, and
practitioners of lymphology, manual medicine, or physical therapy.
This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on
https://medone.thieme.com.
This title includes contents: Head, Face & Neck; Axila &
Upper Limb; Thorax; Abdomen; Lower Limbs; Perineum & Pelvis;
and, General.
With 18 states that have legalized the use of marijuana for medical
purposes, more Americans are curious about medical cannabis: How
can it help me? What illnesses does it alleviate? How do I procure
it? "The Medical Cannabis Guidebook: The Definitive Guide To Using
and Growing Medicinal Marijuana" is the most exhaustive guide to
medicinal cannabis produced to date, with information regarding the
types of illnesses and diseases that can be helped by cannabis,
real case studies from medical users, grow information, legal
advice, and more. With many recipes for extracts, descriptions of
administration techniques, and discussions of the therapeutic uses
of cannabis throughout the ages, "The Medical Cannabis Guidebook"
serves as a handbook for cannabis use and also allows patients to
make and grow their own medicine, prepare it in the correct way for
their specific illness, dose correctly, and educate themselves so
they can make their own informed choices. An indispensable guide
for anyone needing medical cannabis, anyone curious about its uses
and even long time users looking to get the most out of their
medicine, this book is the only true medicinal cannabis handbook on
the market today written by two world renowned and respected
cannabis experts.
A handbook for acupuncturists and healthcare practitioners on the
use of acupuncture for end-of-life care. The book covers the major
hospice and palliative care diagnoses from a Chinese medicine
perspective, as well as grief and loss, and includes the roots of
Chinese historical perspectives on death and dying. The
acupuncturist is introduced to the working medical model of hospice
care and the interdisciplinary team approach and provided with
evidence-based strategies for the use the acupuncture in symptom
management.
Gain the knowledge and skills you need to provide soft-tissue
therapy! Kinesiology: The Skeletal System and Muscle Function, 4th
Edition provides a complete guide to the art and science of
musculoskeletal anatomy, movement, and dysfunction treatment. With
more than 1,200 full-color illustrations, the book shows the body's
bones and joints, and how muscles function as movers, antagonists,
and stabilizers. Part I covers the fundamentals of structure and
motion. Part II covers the skeletal system, including skeletal and
fascial tissues. Part III contains a detailed study of the joints
of the body. And finally, Part IV examines how muscles function.
Written by noted lecturer and educator Joseph Muscolino, this text
includes access to an Evolve website with 150 video clips
demonstrating major joint actions of the body as well as muscle
palpation. Complete atlas of bones, bony landmarks, and joints
includes hundreds of full-color illustrations, providing
comprehensive coverage of bones not found in other kinesiology
books. Clear, straightforward explanations of kinesiology concepts
cover muscle contraction(s), coordination of muscles with movement,
core stabilization, posture, exercise, reflexes, and how the
nervous system controls and directs the muscular system. Coverage
of strengthening exercises and stretching emphasizes the purposes
and benefits of stretching and how to perform various stretching
techniques. Information on posture and the gait cycle includes
illustrations of all of the muscles of the human body organized by
function. Clinical applications challenge students to apply
kinesiology concepts to clinical practice. Light-bulb and Spotlight
boxes discuss applications of the content, including pathologic
conditions and clinical scenarios. Learning objectives at the start
of each chapter include a chapter outline, overview, key terms and
pronunciations, and word origins. NEW! Expanded coverage of fascia
includes new perspectives from all-new contributors, including the
role of fascia in movement, stability, and posture.
A comprehensive and stylish guide in using the ancient practices of
aromatherapy for modern wellbeing. Discover the power of one simple
breath. Aromatherapy is the practice of using pure essential oils
extracted from plants as remedies for emotional, physical and
spiritual wellbeing. The healing properties of essential oils can
relieve headaches, muscular pain, and cold and flu symptoms. A few
drops in your skincare regime can increase hydration, treat acne
and regenerate damaged skin. What's more, essential oils can shift
your mood, improve your sleep patterns and lower feelings of
anxiety to make you feel restored, relaxed and renewed. A Scented
Life is a journey into the senses, bringing this ancient practice
into today's world. Aromatherapy expert Pat Princi-Jones details
what different essential oils can do for you and demonstrates the
many ways to mix and apply oils in your daily life for maximum
long-term benefits.
It is possible to rub certain zones of your face to relieve a
backache or the beginnings of a migraine. It is likewise possible
to stop a common cold from developing in less than a minute. Facial
reflexology, one of the simplest and most effective healthcare
methods, provides rapid relief for many of these common ailments.
Developed in 1980 by Vietnamese doctors in Ho Chi Minh City as a
less invasive alternative to facial acupuncture, facial reflexology
uses healing principles based on the I Ching and Buddhist
teachings. The therapy is simple enough that it can be
self-administered by a beginner with immediate results and is also
a valuable tool for healthcare professionals. In Facial Reflexology
Marie-France Muller introduces this healing practice to the
English-speaking world for the first time. She describes the
mechanics of facial reflexology--facial diagnosis, facial pressure
points, reflex zones, massage and pressure techniques--and provides
healing routines both for treating acute ailments and maintaining
overall good health. Included is an extensive dictionary of more
than 200 common ailments, accompanied by therapeutic instructions
and easy-to-follow diagrams of the points to be stimulated, for
complaints such as indigestion, asthma, pinched nerves, fatigue,
insomnia, menstrual cramps, migraines, high blood pressure,
sprains, pulled muscles, and even the common cold.
This accessibly written book examines the most commonly taken
dietary supplements, exploring what they are and what they're
purported to do, and summarizing key research findings regarding
their potential health benefits and risks. Today, more than 50
percent of Americans take at least one type of dietary supplement
regularly. But do these products actually work? How are they
regulated? Are there any potential health risks? Dietary
Supplements: Fact versus Fiction examines the most commonly used
non-nutrient supplements (those that are neither vitamins nor
minerals and not essential for human health). Using a standardized
structure, each entry discusses a particular supplement's origins,
purported benefits, potential risks, and common dosage. Summaries
of key research studies are included to help readers make informed
decisions about supplements' usefulness. Introductory materials
give readers a foundational understanding of how supplements are
regulated and labeled and offer practical information about how to
read a Supplement Facts panel. For those interested in supplements
for a particular health complaint (such as fatigue or pain), a
topic finder has also been included. Provides unbiased,
evidence-based information to help readers make their own decisions
about supplementation Summarizes and contextualizes key research
findings in easy-to-understand language Uses a standardized
structure and topic finder to make it easy for readers to find the
exact information they're looking for Offers practical information
on how to read and understand the Supplement Facts panel found on
all dietary supplements
Research shows that biochemical imbalances caused by nutritional
deficiencies are a contributory factor in chronic illnesses such as
cardiovascular disease, diabetes, auto-immune conditions and
cancer. This handbook for practitioners explains how to identify
and treat such biochemical imbalances in order to better understand
and manage a patient's ill-health. The book examines a range of
biochemical imbalances, including compromised adrenal or thyroid
function, gastro-intestinal imbalances, immune system problems and
sex hormone imbalances, and explains how and why such states occur.
It pulls together a wide range of evidence to show how such
imbalances are involved in the most common chronic diseases. It
helps practitioners to understand how to identify the imbalances
through appropriate case history taking and laboratory testing, and
how to design and implement effective nutritional interventions.
Developed by leading academics and practitioners in the fields of
nutritional therapy and functional medicine, this evidence-informed
approach can be used with all patients who present in clinic,
regardless of whether or not they have a 'named medical condition'.
In the final chapter, a case example illustrates how to use the
theoretical information in the practice of treating patients with
chronically compromised health. Biochemical Imbalances in Disease
is an essential text for nutritional therapy practitioners, as well
as for students, and will be welcomed by complementary and
conventional healthcare practitioners alike.
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