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For more than twenty years this pioneering work had served as a bible for herbalists throughout the world. It is an illustrated encyclopedic guide to more than two hundred medicinal plants found in North America, with descriptions of each plant's appearance and uses, and directions for methods of use and dosage. Native American traditions are compared with traditional uses of the same plants among other cultures where the science of herbs has flourished, particularly in Russia and China. Included is an annotated bibliography of pertinent books and periodicals.

This authoritative guide--based on the author's classic reference work, Indian Herbalogy of North America --is a portable illustrated companion for the professional and amateur herbalist alike. It provides detailed descriptions of 125 of the most useful medicinal plants commonly found in North America, along with directions for a range of uses, remedies for common ailments, and notes on the herbal traditions of other lands. Entries include staples of folk medicine such as echinacea and slippery elm as well as common kitchen herbs--such as parsley, thyme, and pepper--whose tonic and...

Full-color photographs face detailed descriptions of 250 plant species in the western United States and Canada, covering field identification, habitat and range, edibility, medicinal uses, and more.

Used for centuries by Native Americans and the Chinese, and brought to Europe by Columbus, Cayenne pepper's ancient curative powers have been confirmed by modern science. This guide surveys its medicinal uses. These include improving blood circulation, reducing the pain and inflammation of arthritis, alleviating colds and flu, and home remedies for common ailments. There is also a heat-intensity rating for different varieties of what is truly a spice of life.

How it lowers cholesterol, cancer risk and more.

Herbal Remedies From the Wild gives full descriptions of 52 medicinal herbs common to North America--plants such as valerian, used for insomnia; red clover, for coughs; and elderberry, for fever. For each species, the author gives details on its appearance, where it is found, how to harvest and prepare it, and the recommended dosage for specific ailments (including cautions about conditions that preclude the use of the herb). The introduction provides instructions for making teas, tinctures, salves, and syrups. A line drawing of each herb aids in identification. A huge surge of...

A clear and comprehensive reference on the full range of healing herbs and remedies

- An indispensable guide to the herbal remedies most used in the Anglo-American and European traditions

- Defines each remedy in terms of its main pharmacological actions and usual therapeutic applications

- A useful reference to the application of traditional medicines for modern health problems for the professional and lay use.

- The first guide to using safe and gentle Bach flower remedies with children, this friendly, easy-to-use book will help parents care for their children's well-being on a daily basis.

- The wide range of symptoms covered makes this book an invaluable resource for teachers and other caregivers as well as parents.

In this first easy-to-use guide to safe and gentle Bach flower remedies for children's health and well-being, author Barbara Mazzarella insists that it's never too early in a child's life to use gentle flower remedies to foster harmony and balance, the birthright of every...

Newly revised to include the latest developments in the field of herbal medicine, this classic bestseller presents a fascinating account of the ideas, personalities, advances, and vicissitudes that have shaped the course of medicine and pharmacology in the Western world. The author provides an eloquent and engaging account of the use of herbal medicine from prehistoric times to the present, reaffirming the incalculable value of medicinal plants in the healing arts. She presents a strong case for the cyclical emergence of alternative medicine at times (such as our own) when allopathic methods...

Well-respected herbalist David Hoffmann's comprehensive and practical guide to herbal medicine.

- Discusses the history and modern practice of herbalism, including Chinese, Native American, and Welsh influences.

- Includes a practical reference section listing the effects of various herbs, with prescriptions on how to use them for a wide range of illnesses.

- Covers the fundamentals of growing, drying, storing, and cooking with herbs.

- Over 45,000 copies of previous edition sold.

This compendium of medical herbalism by one of the most eminent herbalists practicing today...

- A comprehensive look at the many therapeutic and ecological uses of neem.

- Used in India for over 4,000 years, neem is one of the most popular therapeutic plants in the Indian pharmacopoeia.

- Effective in the treatment of fever, malaria, skin diseases, dental problems, diabetes, arthritis, and jaundice.

- A natural pesticide hailed by many for its diverse ecological benefits.

In India--where it has been used for more than 4,000 years--the neem tree has such a variety of medical applications that it is sometimes referred to as the village pharmacy. Now modern research is...

The first aromatherapy guide to synthesize Eastern and Western approaches to restoring emotional and mental health.

- Explains the esoteric and energetic healing properties of 40 essential oils to help restore balance to the body and psyche.

- Provides help for a wide range of common emotional and mental complaints.

- Includes full-color illustrations to guide readers through the massage and acupressure sequences.

In this unique synthesis of Eastern and Western healing approaches, Gabriel Mojay combines the practice of aromatherapy with the wisdom of traditional Chinese...

A complete guide to medicinal teas from around the world and their amazing healing powers
For thousands of years, cultures throughout the world have known the healing power of teas. Tea has been used as a holistic treatment for a host of illnesses, from arthritis to migraines, and is a time-tested all natural path to overall health and wellness.
Healing Teas is a complete, easy-to-follow and informative guide, blending together proper methods of preparing teas with the latest scientific research into their homeopathic qualities. Healing Teas also provides a unique...

An essential reference to herbal remedies for the most common ailments.

Sharing twenty-five years of clinical expertise, Dr. Asa Hershoff has written a highly accessible and useful guide to hundreds of herbs and their uses for specific conditions. The book's unique format helps readers quickly assess health conditions. Margins on each page depict icons of body parts for very easy reference. An alphabetical listing of ailments provides information on each herb's source, dosage, and possible contraindications.

Integrating the best of herbal tradition and science, this authoritative...

THE HERBAL MEDICINE-MAKER'¬?S HANDBOOK is an entertaining compilation of natural home remedies written by one of the great herbalists, James Green, author of the best-selling THE MALE HERBAL. Writing in a delightfully personal and down-home style, Green emphasizes the point that herbal medicine-making is fundamental to every culture on the planet and is accessible to everyone. So, first head into the garden and learn to harvest your own herbs, and then head into your kitchen and whip up a batch of raspberry cough syrup, or perhaps a soothing elixir to erase the daily stresses of modern...

This first volume focuses on the theory, principles, diagnostic methods and treatment modalities that are an essential part of the practicum of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is intended to not only provide the background and theoretical framework for the reader to understand the viewpoint from which TCM starts in its understanding of human health, but also gives the reader systematic insight and practical information to permit meaningful application of these principles.

Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Volume II Materia Medica Resource Volume II provides an extensive materia medica and herbal resource organized and developed for the Western practitioner. The book goes on to indicate the use of Chinese herbal formulae and the treatment of specific disease conditions. There are a number of useful index listings including Latin Name, Chinese Name, Chinese Herbal formulas, as well as a general index.

In Green Magic, Morwyn shares with her readers the wealth of her accumulated knowledge about medicinal and magical uses of herbs. Both beginners and seasoned readers in the field of magic, as well as those with an active interest in herbs, will benefit from this compendium of facts and lore about over one hundred medicinal and magical herbs. Morwyn offers a special perspective on the interrelationship between herbs, teas, precious stones and talismans, and shows how to incorporate these elements into rituals. She also answers such survival questions as which plants are poisonous and which can...

Yoga of Herbs: Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine:2nd Revised & Enlarged Edition For the first time, here is a detailed explanation and classification of herbs, using the ancient system of Ayurveda. More than 270 herbs are listed, with 108 herbs explained in detail. Included are many of the most commonly used western herbs with a profound Ayurvedic perspective. Important Chinese and special Ayurvedic herbs are introduced. Beautiful diagrams and charts, as well as detailed glossaries, appendices and index are included.