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Homeopathy is an alternative medical practice that treats a health
condition by administering minute doses of a remedy that would
produce symptoms of that condition in a healthy person. Homeopathy
is the full expression of holistic medicine and as a specific form
of medical treatment it dates back to just over 200 years ago, but
the underlying principles of homeopathy go back to the time of
Hippocrates. This book teaches readers how to promote healing in
themselves and their loved ones, in their own homes. It covers how
to handle remedies, how to select them, and how to use them wisely.
The food products of bees have long been attributed with many
health benefits. They can lead to greater stamina, increased
resistance to disease, and, counter-intuitively, often help reduce
pollen allergies. Scientific studies have revealed that bee
propolis, royal jelly, honey and bee pollen are rich sources of
antioxidant phytochemicals - vitamin-like substances similar to
those found in common vegetables. In this User's Guide, Dr.
Broadhurst explains the scientific rationale behind bee foods and
describes how they can improve health.
he therapies outlined in this book provide safe and effective
option for diabetics. Numerous vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other
nutrients can help prevent or control diabetes. This book examines
clinically proven dietary strategies, supplements, and lifestyle
changes.
A comprehensive look at the cell salt remedies, their uses in the
treatment of specific conditions, and the manner in which they may
become a part of a daily program of nutrition in the home. The
healing inspired by cell salt remedies is gentle and steady, and as
the author proposes, "should always be considered."
Salinity is one of the acute problems causing enormous yield loss
in many regions of the world. This phenomenon is particularly
pronounced in arid and semiarid regions. Halophytes can remove salt
from various types of problematic soils due to their unique
morphological, physiological and anatomical adaptations to these
environments. Halophytes are also used for the treatment of certain
diseases but scientific documentation in terms of current
phytotherapic applications is deficient in this unique group of
plants. Different ethnic groups around the world use medicinal
halophytes according to their own beliefs and ancestor’s
experiences. However, their knowledge about the use of salt
tolerant medicinal plants is usually confined to their own
community. There is thus a knowledge gap on halophytes which should
be bridged and preserved. This book provides a comprehensive
account on the distribution of halophytes, their ethnobotanical and
medicinal aspects, economic importance, and chemical constituents
along with scientific description. The book therefore serves as a
valuable resource for professionals and researchers working in the
fields of plant stress biology and ethnobotanical aspects.
Rebalance your mind, body and spirit--the natural way
Ayurveda is an ancient system of prevention and treatment of
illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind, and spirit
according to your individual body type.
"Ayurveda For Dummies" provides you with a comprehensive
introduction to this area of complementary medicine, considering
the origins and history of Ayurveda as well as practical guidance
on utilizing the correct balance of nutrition and exercise, herbal
remedies, yoga, and Ayurvedic massage to treat ailments and
maintain a healthy, happy lifestyle.Helps you develop a diet based
on your body typeAdvises you on ways to optimize your health by
exercising to suit your body typeGives you trusted info on
stretching your body with Yoga
This hands-on, friendly guide helps you understand your body
type and restore balance to your life using the principles of
Ayurveda.
Naturopathy has gained significant acceptance in recent years.
People are gradually realizing the longterm effects of western
medicines and are now turning to natural medicines and methods to
treat their ailments. This book explains the details and benefits
of a variety of natural therapies, how natural food, natural
elements, use of various natural therapies, the observance of the
laws of nature, can allow people to overcome their diseases. This
book helps you to understand naturopathy methods to overcome 85
leading causes and problems like diabetes, high blood pressure,
gall bladder stones, acne, arthritis, depression, insomnia,
leucoderma, heart troubles, osteoporosis, cholesterol, hair fall,
weight loss, cancer, defective vision, backache, piles, obesity and
pimples etc. Various methods applied for cure in naturopathy, like
mud therapy, acupressure, chromo therapy, hydrotherapy, air therapy
and food therapy, have been discussed in detail in the book. The
book will also serve as a useful guide for those interested in
leading simple and healthy lives.
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Reflexology
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This is a concise guide to foot and hand massage for enhanced
health and wellbeing, shown in over 200 photographs. It describes a
complete healing session on the hands and feet with step-by-step
routines. It is complete with detailed maps of the body's reflex
points and zones. It includes specially devised sequences to
energize or relax the body, alleviate stress, relieve pain and aid
restful sleep. It recommends easy and effective treatments for
common ailments, including colds, headaches, tension and nausea.
Our hands have always been a means of caring and comforting, and
using our hands to release tension in our bodies is something we do
instinctively. In reflexology, you can use your fingers to apply
pressure to certain points on the feet, or sometimes on the hands.
The word 'reflex' means to reflect, and the pressure points on the
hands and feet reflect all the parts of your body, both internal
and external. This book explains how reflexology works, and
includes step-by-step techniques. It contains sequences to boost
energy levels, relieve different types of pain, relax muscles and
improve immunity, making it the ideal guide to enhancing your
physical and mental health.
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In this extraordinary book Josephine Peters, a respected northern
California Indian elder and Native healer, shares her vast,
lifelong cultural and plant knowledge. The book begins with
Josephine's personal and tribal history and gathering ethics.
Josephine then instructs the reader in medicinal and plant food
preparations and offers an illustrated catalog of the uses and
doses of over 160 plants. At a time of the commercialization of
traditional ecological knowledge, Peters presents her rich
tradition on her own terms, and according to her spiritual
convictions about how her knowledge should be shared. This volume
is essential for anyone working in ethnobotany, ethnomedicine,
environmental anthropology, Native American studies, and Western
and California culture and history.
This book is intended to bring to you the notion and urgency of
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This book discusses prospective alternative approaches to fight
bacterial infections to minimize the indiscriminate use of
conventional antibiotics. It offers the current knowledge on
research and development of alternative antibacterial agents such
as probiotics, nanobiotics etc. while it also discusses newly
emerging trends such as phage therapy, antibody therapy etc. The
book highlights on the phytochemicals with potent antibacterial
activities as alternatives to conventional antibiotics. Chemical
modification to develop next generation antibiotics with enhanced
efficacy has also been included. Such modifications are reported to
overcome the inherent resistance of the parent antibiotics. Phage
therapy and targeted antibodies are considered as potential
alternative approaches to treat bacterial ailments and represent
areas of cutting-edge research and have therefore been discussed
with sufficient care. Mainly, the book highlights various
approaches other than conventional antibiotics in treating
bacterial infections. The scientific advancements in these areas
will strengthen the 'One Health' approach benefiting human beings,
animals and environment as well. This book is a comprehensive
resource to cater researchers, biological scientists, herbalists
and clinical practitioners with up-to-date information on
antibacterials other than antibiotics.
Essential oils have been around for thousands of years, but there
has been a resurgence recently as companies have brought these oils
to the mainstream. Essential oils are concentrated oils that are
extracted from plants and said to have natural healing benefits
such as with aromatherapy and when used topically. This adorably
small and fully illustrated A-Z primer explores 100 of the most
popular and common essential oils including profiles, uses, and
possible healing benefits.
In this potent work, 100 Herbs of Power, John E. Smith describes
the rich, colorful history and traditional uses of medicinal herbs
from numerous cultures around the globe. He outlines the potential
of these powerful herbs in a world where science often overshadows
common sense. A must read.
This book provides easy-to-understand, scientifically backed
answers to readers' questions about essential oils, helping them
make informed decisions about which products to use and how and
setting realistic expectations about what essential oils can and
cannot do to improve well-being. Many people use essential oils
regularly yet know very little about them. What exactly makes them
"essential"? Can they really be used to treat ailments like
infections, fevers, and sore throats? Is it safe to ingest them or
use them around children and pets? How can you tell if a company
selling essential oils is offering a low-quality product or
engaging in shady business practices? This book answers these and
many more questions about these popular yet often poorly understood
products. Books in Greenwood's Q&A Health Guides series follow
a reader-friendly question-and-answer format that anticipates
readers' needs and concerns. Prevalent myths and misconceptions are
identified and dispelled, and a collection of case studies
illustrate key concepts and issues through relatable stories and
insightful recommendations. Each book also includes a section on
health literacy, equipping teens and young adults with practical
tools and strategies for finding, evaluating, and using credible
sources of health information both on and off the
internet—important skills that contribute to a lifetime of
healthy decision-making.
Lethal Spots, Vital Secrets provides an ethnographic study of
varmakkalai, or "the art of the vital spots," a South Indian
esoteric tradition that combines medical practice and martial arts.
Although siddha medicine is officially part of the Indian
Government's medically pluralistic health-care system, very little
of a reliable nature has been written about it. Drawing on a
diverse array of materials, including Tamil manuscripts, interviews
with practitioners, and his own personal experience as an
apprentice, Sieler traces the practices of varmakkalai both in
different religious traditions-such as Yoga and Ayurveda-and within
various combat practices. His argument is based on in-depth
ethnographic research in the southernmost region of India, where
hereditary medico-martial practitioners learn their occupation from
relatives or skilled gurus through an esoteric, spiritual education
system. Rituals of secrecy and apprenticeship in varmakkalai are
among the important focal points of Sieler's study. Practitioners
protect their esoteric knowledge, but they also engage in a kind of
"lure and withdrawal"--a performance of secrecy--because secrecy
functions as what might be called "symbolic capital." Sieler argues
that varmakkalai is, above all, a matter of texts in practice;
knowledge transmission between teacher and student conveys tacit,
non-verbal knowledge, and constitutes a "moral economy." It is not
merely plain facts that are communicated, but also moral
obligations, ethical conduct and tacit, bodily knowledge. Lethal
Spots, Vital Secrets will be of interest to students of religion,
medical anthropologists, historians of medicine, indologists, and
martial arts and performance studies.
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