Medicine

Whether you live in a mountain cabin or a city loft, plant spirits present themselves to us everywhere. Since its first printing in 1995, Plant Spirit Medicine has passed hand-to-hand among countless readers drawn to indigenous spirituality and all things alive and green. In this updated edition, Eliot Cowan invites us to discover the healing power of plants--not merely their physical medicinal properties, but the deeper wisdom and gifts that they offer. Enriched by many new insights, this guide unfolds as a series of chapters on how plant spirit medicine helped Cowan resolve specific challenges in his own healing journey and in his work with others. In the telling, we learn how plant spirits can directly communicate with and aid all of us, including: Plant spirit medicine's five-element view of healing- Ways to assess our own states of health and balance- Receiving guidance from plants, including those found within herbal preparations- New passages on community and sacred plants such as peyote, marijuana, and tobacco- Additional interviews with plant shamans across diverse traditions, and more

Alternative Medicine magazine offers information on natural ways of healthy living. Learn more about the science behind good health foods and natural therapies in each issue of Alternative Medicine magazine. 6 Issues/year

The beginner's guide to healing and harmonizing with Chinese herbal medicine Chinese herbal medicine is a system of assessing and diagnosing the underlying causes of illnesses that has been refined over thousands of years. Taking a holistic approach, Chinese herbal medicine focuses on the whole person and emphasizes preventing illnesses by maintaining a physical, mental, and spiritual balance. Chinese Herbal Medicine for Beginners makes this vast landscape digestible for beginners and seasoned herbalists alike so you can confidently, and quickly, make soothing remedies of your own.Discover the principles of Chinese herbal medicine with a helpful primer on the systems that make up our bodies and what illness factors can cause imbalances. Set up your home apothecary with herbal decoctions, infusions, oils, and more using easy steps. Explore profiles on popular herbs, including their most common uses, before taking healing into your own hands with 100+ beginner-friendly recipes for Chinese herbal formulas.Chinese Herbal Medicine for Beginners includes: Bundle of energy--Get to the root of Chinese herbal medicine with an overview of our energetic systems: Yin and Yang; Essence, Spirit, Qi, Blood, and Moisture; Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood. Herbal glossary--Amazing in-depth profiles cover 35 affordable, accessible herbs--each including the herb's healing properties, temperature, and treatment category. Holistic harmony--Fortify your health with 100+ formulas and remedies for a diverse range of disharmonies, like blood deficiencies, back pain, anxiety, diabetes, colds and flus, insomnia, and more! Brew your way to better health and balance with Chinese Herbal Medicine for Beginners. Author: Carrie ChauhanPublisher: Rockridge PressPublished: 04/07/2020Pages: 212Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.15lbsSize: 9.20h x 7.50w x 0.70dISBN: 9781646114139This title is only available via back order

Book annotation not available for this title.Title: The Internal Medicine CasebookAuthor: Schrier, Robert W. (EDT)Publisher: Lippincott Williams & WilkinsPublication Date: 2007/02/01Number of Pages: 486Binding Type: PAPERBACKLibrary of Congress: 2006100521

The author of the bible on herbalism returns with a portable guide for the professional and amateur herbalist alike Based on the now-classic reference text Indian Herbalogy of North America, this illustrated pocket guide is the perfect companion for those eager to expand their knowledge of herbal healing. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, Alma R. Hutchens walks readers through: - 125 of the most useful medicinal herbs found in North America, and their uses - How to create herbal remedies for common ailments - The herbal traditions of North America and other lands Entries include staples of folk medicine such as echinacea and slippery elm as well as common kitchen herbs--from parsley to thyme to pepper--whose tonic and healing properties are less widely known.Author: Alma R. HutchensPublisher: ShambhalaPublished: 11/10/1992Pages: 272Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 8.04h x 4.52w x 0.81dISBN: 9780877736998About the AuthorAlma R. Hutchens, a close associate of the late herbalist N. G. Tretchikoff, has been a student and practitioner of herbal medicine for many years.This title is only available via back order

Do you want to free yourself from the handcuffs of modern expensive medicine? Would you like to heal common ailments with the ancient wisdom that has been revealed by the Native Americans?Two manuscripts rolled up in one. Beautifully illustrated, and clearly presented, this bundle will take its place as your premium comprehensive handbook all the herbal remedies you need. And you'll save money in the process.It covers over 40 native American herbs and provides easy-to-follow instructions for healing 22 common ailments. It also provides notes on the interaction between these herbs and Western medicines, something that has been largely ignored in other references. Moreover, Tamaya reveals several precious remedies from the East Indian and Asiatic traditions.Before Europeans settled in North America, the indigenous people were practicing herbalism. Native Americans selected plants through keen observations of the wildlife around them. They observed animals seeking out herbs and plants when they were sick and noticed their resulting recoveries. They experimented with these herbs and plants to heal themselves. Unfortunately, this knowledge was passed down by word¬ of mouth for the most part and has been almost forgotten by the present generations. Tamaya is aiming to bring their extensive understanding and healing wisdom of herbal remedies back to life.Develop a more holistic way of life and free yourself from conventional medicine. Pharmaceuticals focus on pathology, and many pharmaceuticals carry the risk of side effects. Herbal medicine focuses on the health and healing of the person and emphasizes whole-body care and prevention.NATIVE AMERICAN HERBAL APOTHECARY includes: -The spiritual history of Native American herbalism-Herbalism 101: guidelines for sourcing, preparing, drying and storing herbs-40+ Native American herbs and plants profiles-Uses, dosages and benefits -Caution advises-Common ailments: abscess and gingivitis, acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, breath, back pain, bites and stings, bronchitis, pneumonia and chest cold, sunburns and burns, constipation, depression, diarrhoea, fever, heartburn, reflux and Gerd, dyspepsia and indigestion, sinusitis and stuffy nose, sore throat, sprains and strains, skin, wounds-Detailed instruction for DIY natural medicine.....Ancient Herbalism tradition made easy. What a relief!Never made your herbal medicine? Don't worry, you don't have to be a medical herbalist to make effective usage of natural remedies! Start things off right with the responsible and knowledgeable guidance of herbalist Tamaya.Discover the healing power of herbs to treat common ailments and take healing into your own hands.Are you ready to enter a world of spiritual rejuvenation and radiant health? Then, Buy Your copy today!Author: Tamaya KawisenhawePublisher: New Era Solutions 2020 LtdPublished: 11/02/2020Pages: 214Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 1.07lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.63dISBN: 9781801112796

Book annotation not available for this title.Title: The Chinese Medicine BibleAuthor: Ody, PenelopePublisher: Sterling Pub Co IncPublication Date: 2011/02/01Number of Pages: 400Binding Type: PAPERBACKLibrary of Congress:

If you're in search of natural remedies for common ailments, this comprehensive guide has over 550 healing herbs to promote health and well-being. Invite Mother Nature into your garden Learn how to cultivate, harvest and make your own treatments with this definitive reference book for medicinal plants. From ginger to lavender, thyme, and even the little dandelion, this book is a complete encyclopedia of herbs, plants and their healing properties. Learn about the chemistry of the plants and how they act as a medicine. Create alternative treatments for nearly 200 common health concerns in the comfort of your home. Treat yourself with the most natural medicine and become your own herbalist. The helpful instructions are easy to follow so you can start your own medicinal garden with the best know-how. Create the ideal habitat for planting, practice careful cultivation and know the best time to harvest. The well-thought-out format of the book means you can look up information by plant names or by ailments. There are 550 essential herbs with a beautiful photographic plant index discussing their different uses. Learn how to safely and effectively process the correct parts of the plants to encourage holistic and healthy healing. Traditional Medicine with Modern Research A treasure trove of information on the history of natural remedies and the many uses of plants. An essential index for any level of herbal expertise and supportive advice for beginners. - Extensive photographic index of over 550 herbs and plants. - Description of the plants, their active constituents and therapeutic properties. - Advice on how to cultivate your own herb garden.Author: Andrew ChevallierPublisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)Published: 07/05/2016Pages: 336Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 3.75lbsSize: 10.90h x 9.10w x 1.20dISBN: 9781465449818Review Citation(s): Library Journal 10/15/2016 pg. 110About the AuthorAndrew Chevallier FNIMH, MCPP, is an experienced medical herbalist, healer, and author of books on botanical medicine. He is a fellow and past-president of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, and a member of the College of Practitioners of Phytotherapy. He also helped to found the BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine course at Middlesex University.This title is only available via back order