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Herbal Teas for Lifelong Health: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-220 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Kathleen Brown Jeanine PollakSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Herbal Treatments for Healthy Feet: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-227 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin)
by Stephanie L. TourlesSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. <P><P>There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Herbal Treatments for Healthy Hair: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-221 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Greta BreedloveSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Herbal Vade Mecum: 800 Herbs, Spices, Essential Oils, Lipids, Etc. - Constituents, Properties, Uses, and Caution
by Gazmend SkenderiFrom Acerola used as a supplement of vitamin C and minerals to Zedoary used as a spice and for digestive problems; from herbs used for anxiety and restlessness to those used as insect repellent
Herbal Voices: American Herbalism Through the Words of American Herbalists
by Ethan B Russo Anne DoughertyLearn how traditional herbal practitioners are responding to the sudden, massive popularity of herbal medicine! Herbal Voices: American Herbalism Through the Words of American Herbalists examines how herbal practitioners who started in the 1960s and 1970s are reacting to the mainstream popularity of herbal medicine today. This unique book features interviews with 20 of America&’s most prominent herbalists-focusing on their careers, their beliefs, and their perspectives on the contemporary herbal product boom in recent years. Also included is important information on herbal organizations, publications, schools, and companies where seeds and rootstock of endangered medicinal plants can be obtained, as well as a list of the United Plant Savers&’ "At Risk" and "To Watch" medicinal plants. Herbal Voices synthesizes the words of a representative group of herbalists into a compelling picture of modern American herbalism as they offer their opinions on the roles of science, folklore, and spirituality in herbal medicine. This timely resource addresses controversial issues that arise within the herbal community, such as the endangered plant crisis, professionalism and licensure, and shifting the American consciousness toward a more Earth-centered way of life and health. In Herbal Voices, you&’ll hear from many well-known herbal practitioners, including: Rosemary Gladstar-founder of The California School of Herbal Studies and United Plant Savers, co-founder of Sage Mountain Herbs, and author of Herbal Healing for Women and of the Sage Healing Way series James Green-former Director of The California School of Herbal Studies, a member of the advisory committee for United Plant Savers, and author of both The Herbal Medicine-Makers Handbook and The Male Herbal David Hoffmann-Fellow of Britain&’s National Institute of Medical Herbalists, former President of the American Herbalists Guild, and author of The New Holistic Herbal, An Elder&’s Herbal, and Therapeutic Herbalism Richo Cech-herbalist, owner of Horizon Herbs, executive board member of United Plant Savers, and author of Growing Your Garden Pharmacy Sharol Tilgner-licensed naturopathic physician, founder and current President of Wise Woman Herbals, Inc., editor of Herbal Transitions, associate editor of Medical Herbalism, and author of Herbal Medicines From the Heart of the Earth For the first time, these leading educators, clinicians, and business owners share the joys and pitfalls of practicing an age-old healing tradition in modern America. This rich resource of reflections fills a gap in the existing literature that will be useful for herbalists, herbal enthusiasts, historians, anthropologists, popular culturists, and holistic/alternative medical practitioners.
Herbalism: The Science and Practice of Herbal Medicine
by David HoffmannA foundational textbook on the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine. A complete handbook for the medical practitioner - Includes the most up-to-date information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications - By the author of The Complete Illustrated Holistic Herbal Medical Herbalism contains comprehensive information concerning the identification and use of medicinal plants by chemical structure and physiological effect, the art and science of making herbal medicine, the limitations and potential of viewing herbs chemically, and the challenge to current research paradigms posed by complex plant medicines. It also includes information on toxicology and contraindications, the issues involved in determining dosage and formulation types for an individual, guides to the different measurement systems and conversion tables, and the pros and cons of both industrial and traditional techniques. With additional sections devoted to the principles of green medicine, the history of Western Herbalism, the variety of other medical modalities using medicinal plants, an extensive resource directory, and a discussion of treatments organized by body system, Medical Herbalism is the comprehensive textbook all students and practitioners of clinical herbalism need to develop their healing practices.
The Herbalist's Bible: John Parkinson's Lost Classic Rediscovered
by Julie Bruton-Seal Matthew SealA lost classic of Western herbalism-rediscovered and restored with 200 full-color images.Herbalist to King Charles I, John Parkinson (1567-1650) was a master apothecary, herbalist, and gardener. Famous in his own lifetime for his influential books, his magnum opus, the Theatrum Botanicum, was published in 1640 and ran to 1,766 large pages. The sheer scope and size was perhaps to prove the book's downfall, because while it was much revered-and plagiarized-it was never reprinted and, centuries later, has attained the status of an extremely rare and valuable book. Parkinson was writing at a time when Western herbalism was at its zenith, and his skills as a gardener (from his grounds in Covent Garden) combined perfectly with his passion for science, observation, and historical scholarship.In the The Herbalist's Bible, Julie Bruton-Seal and Matthew Seal have beautifully combined selections from Parkinson's book with their own modern commentary on how each plant is used today to create a truly one-of-a-kind, comprehensive collection of herbal information old and new. Parkinson's clear and lively description of a chosen plant's "vertues" or healing properties side-by-side with the editors' notes-including copious herbal recipes-make this the perfect book for students and practitioners of herbalism, historians, and gardeners, all of whom will welcome this restoration of Parkinson's lost classic.
The Herbalist's Guide: How to Build and Use Your Own Apothecary
by Mary ColvinCreate the home apothecary of your dreams! With a little bit of knowledge, Mary Colvin, RH (AHG) believes that anyone can develop their own homemade remedies and medicines. In The Herbalist&’s Guide, she introduces you to the world of herbalism and shares her own knowledge about herbal actions, the concept of energetics and its importance in herbalism, basic botany, harvesting, herbal preparations, miscellaneous materials used to make herbal medicine, and other tools of the trade. Chapters include full-color photos for identification and come with exercises for information retention, suggestions for additional reading and education, and recipes for simple remedies. By the end of this book, you will come away with: An understanding of herbalism basics Guidance to experiment with thirty-five commonly used herbs All the information you need to practice safely and effectively A fully stocked home medicine chest And so much more! Grow your own herbs and be armed with natural solutions to help heal your family from everyday issues with The Herbalist&’s Guide.
An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary: The Art and Science of Creating Effective Herbal Remedies
by Holly BellebuonoExplore the ancient art of formulary with award-winning herbalist Holly Bellebuono's comprehensive guide to creating effective herbal medicine. Organized by body systems, An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary shows how to design a holistic treatment for acute and chronic conditions.
An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary: The Art & Science of Creating Effective Herbal Remedies
by Holly BellebuonoExplore the ancient art of formulary with award-winning herbalist Holly Bellebuono's comprehensive guide to creating effective herbal medicine. Organized by body systems, An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary shows how to design a holistic treatment for acute and chronic conditions.Packed with detailed information on more than one hundred plants, An Herbalist's Guide to Formulary is the go-to reference for formulary. Holly presents her 4-tier formula structure, a commonsense way to integrate a wide range of herbal actions while keeping the formula simple. She also shares the history of healing traditions as well as personal and clinical examples that illustrate the art of combining plants for illnesses, preventative care, and overall wellness. With this book's guidance, healing-arts practitioners can turn formulary into a rewarding and practical skill.Praise:"Holly has blended the richness of the Western herbal tradition with the transformative insights of modern holistic medicine. This book is a cornucopia of herbal insights."—David Hoffmann, BS, FNIMH, medical herbalist
An Herbalist's Guide to Growing & Using Echinacea: A Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Kathleen BrownSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
An Herbalist's Guide to Growing & Using St.-John's-Wort: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-230 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Kathleen BrownSince 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. <P><P>There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
Herbolario de la senda de los venenos: Hierbas nocivas, solanáceas medicinales y enteógenos rituales
by Coby MichaelUna guía para trabajar de forma segura con las plantas venenosas de la farmacopea de las brujas para la magia, la curación y las visiones• Explica cómo trabajar con hierbas funestas por medio de rituales y hechizos, como espíritus familiares de las plantas, medicinas potentes y sustancias visionarias• Detalla las asociaciones espirituales, alquímicas, astrológicas y simbólicas de cada planta, sus alcaloides activos, cómo cultivarla y cosecharla de manera segura, además de los rituales y hechizos adecuados a su naturaleza y poderes individuales• Comparte métodos de alquimia, técnicas mágicas y recetas con las plantas, incluido un moderno ungüento volador de brujasParte grimorio y parte formulario de hierbas, este Herbolario de la Senda de los Venenos comparte historias, conocimientos e información antes ocultos sobre el uso de plantas venenosas, psicotrópicas y mágicas. Coby Michael explica cómo, a pesar de su naturaleza venenosa, las hierbas nocivas pueden convertirse en poderosas aliadas botánicas, al ofrecer medicina potente, sabiduría mágica y acceso al reino de los espíritus.Al detallar las asociaciones espirituales, alquímicas, astrológicas y simbólicas de cada planta, el autor explora sus usos mágicos en hechizos y rituales. Se enfoca principalmente en la familia de las solanáceas, como la mandrágora, el beleño y el espino, pero también explora plantas de otras familias como el acónito, la cicuta y el eléboro. También examina plantas en la farmacopea de las brujas que son más seguras para trabajar y tan activas químicamente, como el ajenjo, la artemisa y la milenrama.Michael comparte rituales adaptados a la naturaleza y los poderes individuales de cada planta y explica cómo atraer y trabajar con espíritus familiares de plantas. Ofrece métodos de alquimia para elaborar tinturas espagíricas y técnicas mágicas para facilitar el trabajo con estas plantas como aliadas y maestras. Comparte recetas mágicas, entre ellas un moderno ungüento volador de brujas. También explora el cultivo seguro de hierbas nocivas en un jardín venenoso.
Herbs: The Only Book You'll Ever Need (Plain And Simple Ser.)
by Marlene HoughtonA practical guide to using natural remedies and therapies to improve wellbeing.
Herbs And Natural Supplements: An Evidence-based Guide
by Marc Cohen Lesley BraunHerbs and Natural Supplements, 4th Edition: An evidence-based guide is an authoritative, evidence-based reference. This two-volume resource is essential to the safe and effective use of herbal, nutritional and food supplements. The second volume provides current, evidence-based monographs on the 132 most popular herbs, nutrients and food supplements. Organised alphabetically, each monograph includes daily intake, main actions and indications, adverse reactions, contraindications and precautions, safety in pregnancy and more.
Herbs and Nutrients for Neurologic Disorders: Treatment Strategies for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, and Seizures
by Sheryl Shook Sidney J. KurnA guide to herbal and holistic medicine for brain health and neurologic disorders• Provides detailed herbal, antioxidant, and nutritional strategies for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, stroke, migraine, and seizures• Supported by scientific studies and years of successful clinical practice• Discusses potential side effects, counter-indications, and the proper dosages to reduce symptoms, slow disease progression, and lessen the chances of recurrenceNumerous medical journals have published studies supporting the use of herbs and nutrients in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. Yet in practice most neurologists rarely include them as part of their protocols. In this practical guide, Sidney Kurn, M.D., and Sheryl Shook, Ph.D., explain how to safely and easily incorporate herbs, antioxidants, and nutritional supplements into the standard conventional treatments for 6 common neurologic disorders: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, stroke, migraine, and seizures.For each condition, the authors provide detailed strategies supported by scientific evidence and years of successful clinical practice. They examine the biochemical role of each recommended herb, nutrient, or antioxidant and discuss potential side effects, counter-indications, and proper dosages to reduce symptoms, slow disease progression, and--in the case of stroke, migraine, and seizures--lessen the chances of recurrence. The authors explore the nutrient deficiencies and physiological mechanisms, including inflammation, heavy metal toxicity, and mitochondrial dysfunction, that can cause oxidative injuries and initiate neurologic disorders. They reveal which common substances, such as aspartame and glutamate, can trigger these mechanisms at the cellular level and recommend specific herbs and antioxidants, such as turmeric, cannabinoids, resveratrol, and N-acetyl cysteine, to counteract their effects. They discuss the importance of sleep to overall well-being, especially for those suffering from neurologic disorders, and offer tips to help ensure a good night’s sleep.Integrating neuroscience, biochemistry, herbalism, and decades of clinical experience, the authors lay the scientific foundation for a holistic, naturopathic approach to neurologic disorders and a way to enhance the quality of life for those suffering from these conditions.
Herbs and Spices (Self-Sufficiency)
by Linda Gray&“Breaks down multi-use plants, herbs and spices into an easy-to-understand mini-encyclopedia with charming and detailed illustrations.&” —Food & Dining Magazine This clear and concise directory provides all the essential information readers need to grow, use, and store a wide selection of flavor-enhancing herbs and spices. Some herbs are annuals, some are perennials, and some can be grown indoors—but all of those highlighted here can be grown either in pots or directly in the soil. Each individual plant profile includes detailed growing advice. Home and garden expert Linda Gray tells how to prepare the soil, when to sow and plant out, and when to harvest and gather. Linda also examines the culinary uses of each herb and spice, and explores other uses from medicinal remedies to insect repellents and sleep remedies. Tips on container growing and hints on how to store the harvest make Self Sufficiency: Herbs and Spices an indispensable guide. &“Beautifully presented with colorful illustrations and diagrams, this is a gorgeous herb and spice directory for beginner gardeners.&” —The Rural &“Beautifully illustrated throughout, thoroughly &‘user friendly,&’ compact and expertly organized.&” —Midwest Book Review
Herbs, Botanicals and Teas
by G. Mazza B. D. OomahHerbs, Botanicals and Teas presents the latest scientific and technical information on the chemical, pharmacological, epidemiological and clinical aspects of major herbal and tea products. Written by leading researchers contributing to the field, this is the first reference to provide in-depth coverage of garlic, ginseng, Echinacea, ginger, fenugre
Herbs Demystified: A Scientist Explains How the Most Common Herbal Remedies Really Work
by Holly PhaneufThe scores of books on herbs already available generally restate old, often outdated lore about herbs. Now, Herbs Demystified does something entirely different: It is the first book to explain exactly what herbs actually do inside our bodies and how they achieve their effects. Biochemist Holly Phaneuf covers 100 of the most popular herbs-astragalus, black cohosh, chamomile, echinacea, garlic, gingko, ginseng, milk thistle, pine bark extract, saw palmetto, valerian, and many others. Phaneuf's introductory overview lays out the basic chemical principles that underlie the journey herbal molecules make in our bodies. Then, for each of the herbs, she covers its history and folklore; explains what the herb really does-its evidence of action; its good uses and not so good uses, including the forms in which it is typically available and commonly reported dosages; interesting facts and the bottom line. Like no other herb book before, Herbs Demystified allows readers to custom-fit an herb to one's own particular concern, therefore minimizing trial and error.
Herbs for Children's Health: How to Make and Use Gentle Herbal Remedies for Soothing Common Ailments. A Storey BASICS® Title (Storey Basics)
by Rosemary GladstarHerbal remedies can provide safe and effective treatment for common childhood ailments ranging from diaper rash and teething to sore throats and conjunctivitis. In this Storey BASICS® guide, Rosemary Gladstar shows you how to prepare soothing salves, syrups, tablets, and teas that support children&’s health. With simple instructions, clear dosage guidelines, and in-depth profiles of 24 medicinal herbs, you&’ll soon be confidently easing your child&’s achy flu with some hibiscus tea and using the healing properties of nettles to combat bouts of hay fever.
Herbs for Children's Health, 3rd Edition: How to Make and Use Gentle Herbal Remedies for Common Childhood Ailments
by Rosemary GladstarRosemary Gladstar, one of the most trusted names in natural medicine, shares dozens of easy-to-make, safe and effective herbal remedies and home care advice for addressing children's most common ailments. In this highly accessible handbook, best-selling author and herbal medicine expert Rosemary Gladstar offers her time-tested, safe and gentle natural recipes, along with simple care advice, for addressing children's everyday health needs. Parents of babies and toddlers will discover how easy it is create a home medicine cabinet of herbal remedies for addressing everything from colic to cradle cap, diaper rash, earaches, colds, cuts, teething, and more. Gladstar's child-tested recipes feature appealing flavors in forms kids love, including teas, syrups, herbal ice pops, "candy" balls, and herbal baths. A quick-reference guide outlines the recommended uses for all the child-safe herbs, including chamomile, milky oats, peppermint, dill, echinacea, lemon balm, and licorice. With her commonsense guidance and time-tested wisdom, Rosemary Gladstar is the reassuring advisor every parent would like to have around the home whenever the need for natural and effective first-aid solutions arises.
Herbs for Common Ailments: How to Make and Use Herbal Remedies for Home Health Care. A Storey BASICS® Title (Storey Basics)
by Rosemary GladstarIn this Storey BASICS® guide, best-selling author and master herbalist Rosemary Gladstar shows you how to use 56 common herbs to safely address a wide range of everyday ailments. Covering everything from burns, wounds, and bruises to headaches, congestion, and insomnia, Gladstar offers dozens of easy-to-make recipes for herbal remedies that will soothe your woes without the harsh ingredients found in commercial pharmaceuticals. Keep your family happy, healthy, and safe with the natural healing power of herbs.
Herbs for Health: How to use natural herbal remedies for all the family (Wellbeing Quick Guides)
by Liz EarleLiz Earle provides an accessible and complete guide to the healing and health-giving properties of traditional natural remedies.Best selling beauty and wellbeing writer Liz Earle's fully revised and updated quick guide to healing herbs and natural remedies, including:- An introduction to herbal remedies and medicine- A complete A-Z of herbs and their uses- A remedy finder for specific conditions and how to treat them, from allergies to cellulite and travel sickness- Tips on how to incorporate healing and delicious herbs such as bay, mint and thyme into your everyday cooking- A how-to-guide to growing herbs in the garden and indoors
Herbs for Healthy Aging: Natural Prescriptions for Vibrant Health
by David HoffmannA guide to herbal remedies that promote longevity, restore the body’s systems, treat chronic conditions, and maintain natural health • Offers herbal remedies for many conditions associated with aging, such as prostate enlargement, hot flashes, hypertension, insomnia, and arthritis • Provides herbal treatments to restore and maintain function in each of the body’s major systems • Explores more than 150 herbs and their actions on the body and mind, preparation methods, and recommended dosages In this herbal guide to healthy aging, medical herbalist David Hoffmann discusses how to maintain the body’s vitality as we age and how to treat and prevent the health concerns brought about by aging. He provides herbal treatments to restore and protect each of the body’s major systems--from the muscles, bones, and digestive system to the pulmonary, cardiovascular, and reproductive organs--as well as herbal remedies for specific ailments such as prostate enlargement, hot flashes, hypertension, insomnia, bronchitis, varicose veins, and arthritis. He shows how herbs can help minimize dependence on conventional medical treatments and provide a safe and welcome alternative to the unpleasant and sometimes dangerous side effects of synthetic drugs. In the materia medica, Hoffmann details more than 150 health-promoting herbs and their actions on the body and mind, preparation methods, and recommended dosages. This authoritative guide to herbal preventive medicine offers holistic treatments designed not only to promote vibrant health but also to provide a way to age with grace.
Herbs for Long-Lasting Health: How to Make and Use Herbal Remedies for Lifelong Vitality. A Storey BASICS® Title (Storey Basics)
by Rosemary GladstarRosemary Gladstar shows you how to enhance your well-being in middle age and beyond using herbal remedies that effectively and safely promote vitality. With in-depth profiles of 22 medicinal herbs, preparation instructions, and dosage guidelines, you’ll discover how you can use astragalus to regenerate your body’s immune system, bilberry to ease eye problems, and milk thistle to rebuild damaged liver cells. You’ll be amazed at how herbal treatments can help support your nervous system, activate your metabolism, and keep your bones and joints healthy.