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Books > Medicine > Complementary medicine > Traditional medicine & remedies
This book is a dictionary of British (native, naturalised and
cultivated) plants and the folklore associated with them. Unlike
many plant-lore publications Vickery's Folk Flora tells us what
people currently do and believe, rather than what Victorians did
and believed. The result is a vivid demonstration that plant
folklore in the British Isles is not only surviving but
flourishing; adapting and evolving as time goes by, even in urban
areas. Each entry includes: - The plant's English and scientific
(Latin) name, as well as significant local names. - A brief
description of the plant and its distribution, and, in the case of
cultivated plants, a history of their introduction to the British
Isles - Information on the folklore and traditional uses of the
plant, arranged where possible in a sequence starting with general
folk beliefs (superstitions), use in traditional customs, use in
folk medicine, other uses, and legends concerning individual
representatives of the plant. In addition to the major entries
there are a number of minor entries for feast days, diseases and
other subjects which direct readers to relevant major entries, e.g.
St. George's Day, on which red roses are worn; dandelions are
gathered; and runner beans are planted.
This authoritative text provides a complete overview of Chinese
moxibustion techniques and methods, including detailed treatments
and contraindications for a wide range of conditions. The authors
cover the fundamentals of theory as well as the skills and
techniques practitioners will need, and provide a detailed summary
of all of the acupoints commonly used in moxatherapy. The book also
covers the ways in which moxatherapy can be used to cultivate
general health and wellbeing in patients, and explains in detail
how to treat a wide range of complaints; for each complaint,
descriptions of typical cases and the acupoints and procedures
needed for treatment are provided. Extensively illustrated with
photographs which clearly demonstrate clinical procedures, this is
an essential reference for practitioners and students of
acupuncture.
Tui Na is one of the 'Four Pillars' of Chinese medicine (alongside
Acupuncture, herbal medicine and Qi Gong) and is a form of bodywork
that includes acupressure, massage techniques, assisted stretching,
and joint mobilisations or adjustments that are all based on the
key medical principles and diagnostics of the Classics of Chinese
medicine. This book is an accessible clinical handbook of Tui Na
principles and practice. Tui Na can be used as much more than a
musculoskeletal therapy, but in order to use it to its full
potential as a medical intervention, it is essential to understand
its uses on the Sinew channel system as opposed to the other
channel systems commonly used within acupuncture. Tui Na requires
an understanding of the principles and pathways of the Sinew
channels as a standalone system of the body, as well as its
relationship to the other channel and organ systems, and this book
provides an accessible introduction to these channels before moving
onto Tui Na practice. There are Sections on Diagnosis and
Assessment, Techniques and Treatments with hand and joint
manipulation techniques covered in detail, along with instruction
on developing a Tui Na prescription and protocols for the treatment
of common conditions. This book can be used by beginners studying
on a hands-on practical course in Tui Na, in addition to qualified
Chinese medicine and Tui Na practitioners.
Daoyin, the traditional Chinese practice of guiding the qi and
stretching the body is the forerunner of Qigong, the modern form of
exercise that has swept through China and is making increasing
inroads in the West. Like other Asian body practices, Daoyin
focuses on the body as the main vehicle of attainment; views health
and spiritual transformation as one continuum leading to perfection
or self-realization; and works intensely and consciously with the
breath and with the conscious guiding of internal energies. This
book explores the different forms of Daoyin in historical sequence,
beginning with the early medical manuscripts of the Han dynasty,
then moving into its religious adaptation in Highest Clarity
Daoism. After examining the medieval Daoyin Scripture and ways of
integrating the practice into Tang Daoist immortality, the work
outlines late imperial forms and describes the transformation of
the practice in the modern world. Presenting a rich crop of
specific exercises together with historical context and comparative
insights, Chinese Healing Exercises is valuable for both
specialists and general readers. It provides historical depth and
opens concrete details of an important but as yet little-known
health practice.
"Jeanne Rose's Herbal Body Book" pairs a wide variety of ailments
with possible plant cures. Each plant recommended is described in
anecdotal detail. This book includes recipes for the newcomer and
expert. It also includes a glossary of specialized terms, herbs,
and recipes. Everything you need from hair products to belly salve
for a pregnant woman is inside this most useful companion. Jeanne
Rose encourages the reader to make your own blend of herbs to
target specific conditions and not only follow a limited number of
recipes.
In Cannabis Pharmacy, expert Michael Backes offers evidence-based
information on using cannabis to treat an array of ailments and
conditions. He provides information on how cannabis works with the
body's own system, how best to prepare and administer it, and how
to modify and control dosage. This newly revised edition is now
completely up-to-date with the latest information on the body's
encannabinoid system, which is now understood to control emotion,
appetite, and memory, delivery and dosing of cannabis, including
e-cigarette designs, additional varietals, and a new system for
classification, as well as 21 additional ailments and conditions
that can be treated with medical marijuana. There are currently
more than 4.2 million medical cannabis patients in the United
States, and there are 25 states plus the District of Columbia where
medical cannabis is legal
A holistic guide to improving your gut flora for better physical
and emotional health * Explores the influence of the gut microbiome
and the mesentery on all other bodily systems, especially the brain
and immune system * Explains the central role of the digestive
system in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine and how these
systems treat the microbiome * Presents herbal remedies,
acupuncture and acupressure techniques, and dietary methods to
restore balance to your gut flora, including a microbiome reset In
traditional medicine, such as Indian Ayurveda and Chinese medicine,
the digestive system and microbiome are recognized as the
foundation for good health. Our internal flora influences our
immune system, brain function, hormonal balance, cravings, sleep,
mood, inflammatory response, digestion, nutrient assimilation, and
elimination. In this holistic guide to cultivating a healthy
microbiome and managing gut health naturally, Bridgette Shea
explores digestive functioning from the perspectives of both
Western science and traditional medicine. She examines Ayurvedic
and Chinese medicine principles on digestion and constitution
types. She reveals how, in addition to describing what we now call
the microbiome, traditional Chinese medicine also has long
recognized the importance of an abdominal organ that modern science
has only recently acknowledged: the mesentery, the tissues that
connect and support the internal organs. Going beyond probiotics
and prebiotics, the author presents practices from Ayurveda and
Chinese medicine to reestablish balance in your internal
microbiome, support the mesentery, improve digestion and
elimination, and restore a clear mind and strong immune system. She
explains how to read your symptoms, from brain fog and fatigue to
congestion and stool quality, and offers herbal remedies,
acupuncture and acupressure techniques, and dietary methods to
improve your internal health, including a microbiome dietary reset.
Revealing the diverse role that our inner microbial colonies play
in keeping us happy and healthy, this book shows that by changing
your microbiome, you can greatly improve your physical, emotional,
and mental health.
This practical, fully illustrated handbook is the second in our
series on dermatological diseases and their treatment with Chinese
herbal medicine by Sabine Schmitz. This volume examines the cause
and treatment of acne and rosacea from a Chinese medicine
perspective and provides advice for practitioners on their
treatments in their daily practice. It covers prescriptions and
treatment options for all types of acne, rosacea and TCM syndromes,
detailed case studies and colour photographs of the skin and tongue
for precise diagnosis. The book also contains instructions on
external applications such as pastes, washes or ointments, as well
as detailed diet instructions and advice. Easy to read, use and
navigate, Treating Acne and Rosacea with Chinese Herbal Medicine is
the perfect resource for anyone treating skin diseases in their
daily practice, regardless of their specialization.
By nature, your physical body is designed to be healthy and vital
throughout life. Unhealthy eating habits and lifestyle choices,
however, lead to numerous health conditions that prevent you from
enjoying life to the fullest. In Simple Steps to Total Health, the
authors bring to light the most common cause of disease, which is
the build-up of toxins and residues from improperly digested foods
that inhibit various organs and systems from performing their
normal functions. This guidebook for total health provides you with
simple but highly effective approaches for internal cleansing,
hydration, nutrition and living habits. The book's three parts
cover the essentials of total health - Good Internal Hygiene,
Healthy Nutrition and Balanced Lifestyle. Learn about the most
common disease-causing foods, dietary habits and influences
responsible for the occurrence of chronic illnesses, including
those affecting the blood vessels, heart, liver, intestinal organs,
lungs, kidneys, joints, bones, nervous system and sense organs. To
be able to live a healthy life, you must align your internal
biological rhythms with the larger rhythms of nature. Find out more
about this and many other important topics in Simple Steps to Total
Health. This is a "must-have" book for anyone who is interested in
using a natural, drug-free approach to restoring total health.
An expertly curated collection of natural and therapeutic
approaches to boost everyday mental wellness and extra support when
you need it the most. This mental wellness book helps you manage
stressful periods as well as other biological factors that impact
your mental well-being. You'll learn how to boost and holistically
balance your mental state using natural remedies. Neal's Yard
Remedies Mental Wellness is filled with holistic techniques, herbal
remedies, essential oils, foods, exercise, lifestyle strategies,
and therapies to empower you. This book offers: - The most
comprehensive compendium of natural remedies and therapies for
mental wellness on the market - Organised chapters on Herbal
remedies, Aromatherapy, Foods (including supplements), Exercise and
Movement, and Alternative Therapies - A Symptom Checker which you
can explore symptoms and access solutions in the book, based on
your current need This beautiful, uplifting book explores how
things like the environment, the seasons, hormonal shifts, sleep
quality, and gut health can influence your mental health. Delve
into how lifestyle choices can inhibit your mental health such as
caffeine, alcohol, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, pollution,
screen time and isolation from the community. This wellness guide
offers uplifting and informed information on why you may experience
stress and anxiety, providing you with reassurance and strategies
to combat these feelings. Explores the science behind natural
remedies and use this book as a reliable resource for advice on
mindfulness, yoga, breathing exercises, acupuncture, herbal
remedies, and reiki. This series of wellness books explore natural,
holistic remedies to boost physical and psychological health and
help you find the best solutions for yourself! Other titles in this
series include Neal's Yard Remedies Essential Oils and Neal's Yard
Remedies Complete Wellness.
Easy massage routines to soothe your baby and communicate love. To
a baby, touch is talk, and with these soothing techniques, you and
your child can share some of your most fulfilling communicative
moments. Calm and comfort your baby from head to toe with a
step-by-step full-body massage; discover ways to incorporate
massage into your baby's day-to-day routine; and ease common
ailments such as colic, teething, and constipation. With expert
guidance from a Certified Infant Massage Instructor, explore the
physical and emotional benefits of baby massage and enjoy this most
intimate way to relax, soothe, and nurture.
Bestselling author Georgia Varozza takes the difficulty out of
creating healing teas, general cleaning items, and personal care
products. Her recipes, which have served generations of Plain
people, contain common household ingredients and are easy to make
and use. You'll find 99 creative ways to clean your home and heal
your body with salves, ointments, and tonics for aches and pains
teas for colds, flu, allergies, and headaches cleaning solutions
for around the house (inside and out) You don't have to forego
electricity or drive a horse and buggy to have your life and house
benefit from the sweet simplicity of Amish remedies. You will find
these home remedies to be so much easier and less expensive that
you will wonder why you've been using chemicals for all of these
years. You will also find information about Amish and Mennonite
stores in case you wish to order practical products Plain people
use and enjoy. Let these old-fashioned but eminently useful and
effective options bring the simple life into your home every day.
"Pendell's ongoing subjects are the botanical allies' humans have
always associated with, and the pharmakon, ' the drug that is both
poison and cure. A poet, ethno-botanist and amateur chemist, he's
the best writer on drugs to come along since the late Terence
McKenna."-Richard Gehr, "The Village Voice"
"There is genius to Pendell's approach, an erudite playfulness
and poetic virtuosity unmatched by anyone writing about plants and
drugs today. Pendell's books present a Pandora's box, and once
opened, the steadfast and curious reader will soon find herself on
the path."-Sarah Fox, "Rain Taxi"
Contemporary alchemist Dale Pendell completes his poetic study
of botany, chemistry, spirituality, psychology and history in a
volume covering the composition and uses of visionary plants.
Chapters including "Phantastica," "Hypnotica" and "Telephorica"
explore the hallucinogenic plants, the bringers of sleep and the
bearers of distance. Pharmacognosis is the branch of pharmacology
that deals with herbs and unprepared medicines in their natural
state, those whose cure is held in a deeper wisdom.
"Pharmako/Gnosis" weaves together ancient shamanic rites, historic
cultural lore and the contemporary use of plant poisons.
Dale Pendell is a poet, software engineer and longtime student
of ethnobotany. His poetry has appeared in many journals, and he
was the founding editor of "KUKSU: Journal of Backcountry Writing,"
In addition, his work appeared in "Entheogens and the Future of
Religion," edited by Robert Forte. He has led workshops on
ethnobotany and ethnopoetics for the Naropa Institute and the
Botanical Preservation Corps. He lives in the Sierra foothills in
California.
Millions of people are interested in natural and holistic health,
yet many are missing out on the key ingredient: Nature itself!
Rekindle your connection with the earth as you craft your own
herbal medicine with 75 delicious recipes and powerful healing
remedies. Herbalists Rosalee de la Foret and Emily Han expertly
guide you through the benefits of two dozen of the most important
and commonly found wild plants-many of which you can easily grow in
your own garden, if foraging isn't right for you. Detailed
illustrations and beautiful photography ensure that you won't make
a plant-identification misstep as you learn how to tend and
properly harvest the plant medicine growing right in your own
neighborhood. After reading Wild Remedies, you'll never look at
your backyard, a public park, or any green space in the same way
again. Instead of "weeds," you'll see delicious foods like
Dandelion Maple Syrup Cake, Nettle Frittata, and Chickweed Pesto.
You will revel in nature's pharmacy as you make herbal oils,
salves, teas, and many more powerful remedies in your own kitchen.
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH WITH "THE LIVER AND GALLBLADDER MIRACLE
CLEANSE"
Most people unknowingly suffer from a dangerous buildup of
gallstones in the liver and gallbladder. These stones clog up the
body's cleansing organs, creating a toxic environment incapable of
maintaining good health. You become fatigued, your tissues inflame,
you gain weight, and your immune system stops fighting off
illness
and disease.
Now, "The Liver and Gallbladder Miracle Cleanse" teaches you how to
easily and painlessly remove gallstones in the comfort of your own
home. Ridding your body of these disease-causing stones allows you
to reclaim your health and vitality while relieving your suffering
from symptoms of toxic gallstone buildup, including:
-Constipation
-Cirrhosis
-High Cholesterol
-Depression
-Heart Disease
-Back Pain
-Asthma
-Headaches
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