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Natural Feasts: 100+ Healthy, Plant-Based Recipes to Share and Enjoy with Friends and Family (Deliciously Ella #3)
by Ella MillsInternationally bestselling author of Deliciously Ella, Ella Mills offers more than 100 exciting, accessible recipes to show how clean, gluten-free, plant-based eating is the perfect way to entertain friends and satisfy your guests.In Natural Feasts, Ella Mills makes it easy to prepare delicious food for you, your friends and family, for any event. No more wondering whether certain dishes go together or how you can provide delicious, plant-based meals that won't leave your guests craving what isn't good for them, Ella makes life simple with her menus—whether you are planning a laid-back brunch, a last-minute lunch, or a fancy dinner, she has it covered with hearty recipes that celebrate her natural eating philosophy. This gorgeous book also showcases more than one hundred full-color photographs, beautifully illustrating that clean eating and entertaining are a perfect match. When conventional medicine failed her, Ella overcame a rare, devastating illness by switching to a plant-based diet. With no formal culinary training, she began developing her own recipes and blogging about her journey. She’s a self-taught cook. She’s approachable. She inspires people. Now Ella shares her personal ideas and recipes for every foodie occasion, from cozy nights alone to easy kitchen suppers, flavorsome feasts, birthday parties, picnics, and mocktails and cocktails. Deliciously Ella with Friends is the go-to book for anyone who wants to make simpler, healthier food choices—for themselves and their friends and family.
The Natural First Aid Handbook: Household Remedies, Herbal Treatments, and Basic Emergency Preparedness Everyone Should Know
by Brigitte MarsCayenne pepper can stop bleeding. Garlic helps alleviate a toothache. Honey soothes a burn. When an emergency situation arises, simple home remedies can play a vital role in easing symptoms and providing immediate help. Become an effective first responder with a combination of best first-aid practices, herbs, and standard homeopathic applications. This quick-reference handbook spells out hundreds of life-saving techniques, commonsense tips, and time-tested herbal remedies that everyone should know. From how to perform basic CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver to the best immediate response to natural disasters, you’ll find the most practical, effective actions to take to ensure survival.
Natural Fitness: Your Complete Guide to a Healthy, Balanced Lifestyle
by Bob Jackson-ParisIf you want to keep trim, fit, and healthy without spending endless hours each day on routines and diets, then this is the book for you. Bodybuilding superstar and fitness expert Bob Paris believes that you can achieve whole-body fitness that transcends superficiality. The key to his proven program is to balance the three essential parts of your nature: physical body, mind, and spirit. Let Bob show you how to set fitness goals and priorities into a realistic plan, inspire long-term motivation, and reframe new goals as your needs change; exercise properly and effectively with a detailed step-by-step exercise program; maintain healthful eating habits with practical tips on diet and nutrition, including more than 20 favorite energizing meals with calorie menus; incorporate new knowledge into your life to make your fitness belief system work for you - and keep it working for a lifetime; and respect your body - abandon negative beliefs, embrace positive ideas about nutrition and fitness, and integrate them into everyday life.
The Natural Food of Man: Being An Attempt To Prove From Comparative Anatomy, Physiology, Chemistry And Hygiene, That The Original, Best And Natural Diet Of Man Is Fruit And Nuts
by Hereward Carrington"The Natural Food of Man" by Hereward Carrington is an insightful and pioneering work that explores the principles of a natural and healthful diet, advocating for a return to the foods that best align with human physiology and promote optimal well-being. Carrington, a noted author and researcher in the field of natural health, provides a thorough analysis of dietary practices, drawing on historical, scientific, and anatomical evidence to support his arguments.In this compelling book, Carrington examines the diet of early humans and compares it with modern eating habits, identifying the fundamental flaws and health consequences of contemporary diets. He argues that the natural food of humans consists primarily of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains, which provide the necessary nutrients for sustaining health and vitality. Carrington delves into the benefits of these foods, discussing their impact on digestion, energy levels, and overall physical health.Carrington also critiques the consumption of meat, processed foods, and artificial substances, highlighting their detrimental effects on the body. He provides practical advice on how to transition to a more natural diet, offering meal plans, recipes, and tips for incorporating wholesome, unprocessed foods into daily life."The Natural Food of Man" is not only a guide to healthier eating but also a philosophical exploration of the relationship between diet, health, and nature. Carrington's thoughtful and well-researched arguments encourage readers to rethink their dietary choices and consider the long-term benefits of aligning their eating habits with natural principles.This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in nutrition, health, and natural living. It appeals to both newcomers to the concept of natural foods and those already familiar with the benefits of a plant-based diet. Hereward Carrington's "The Natural Food of Man" offers timeless wisdom that continues to inspire and inform readers seeking to improve their health through natural and holistic dietary practices.
Natural Foot Care: Herbal Treatments, Massage, and Exercises for Healthy Feet
by Stephanie L. TourlesTreat your feet with your own homemade and luxurious all-natural creams, lotions, and soaks. Stephanie Tourles offers easy-to-follow herbal recipes that provide gentle, soothing solutions to common foot ailments — from corns, bunions, and rashes to chronic dryness and cold feet. Tourles also includes illustrated instructions for a relaxing foot massage and suggests a number of exercises designed to strengthen and stretch your feet. Take a natural step toward soft skin and strong soles, and discover how good your feet can feel.
Natural Gourmet: Delicious Recipes for Healthy, Balanced Eating: A Cookbook
by Annemarie ColbinAnnemarie Colbin learned early of the important relationship between food and health: having grown up in a vegetarian household, she spent many years integrating Eastern eating philosophies with Western habits, studying the works of everyone from J.I. Rodale and George Ohsawa to Julia Child and James Beard. With The Natural Gourmet, Colbin takes her ideas about healthful eating a step further with meals that nourish body and soul, and that are elegant enough to serve to company.The recipes included in The Natural Gourmet are the result of a collaborative effort by Colbin and ten students from her Natural Gourmet Cookery School in Manhattan. Each recipe is classified according to the Chinese Theory of the Five Phases, making it easy to combine the various courses to create a balanced, harmonious meal. Among the delicious dishes you'll find are:-- Curried Apple-Squash Bisque-- Mushrooms Stuffed with Garlic and Rosemary-- San Franciscan Pizza-- Lissa's Homemade Black Pepper Pasta with Scallion-Butter Sauce-- Stuffed Cabbage Rolls-- Jalapeno Corn Bread-- Japanese Red Bean Soup-- Lentil Croquettes-- Potato-Cabbage Casserole with Dill-- Black Bean Salad with Corn and Red Pepper-- Pasta Salad with Zucchini and Chick-peas-- Poached Salmon Fillets with Mock Hollandaise-- Almond Flan with Raspberry Sauce-- Ginger Lace Cookies-- Orange Loaf with Walnuts-- and many moreAll the recipes are in keeping with Colbin's belief that food should be whole, fresh, local, and seasonal -- and, of course, delicious. Much more than simply a cookbook, The Natural Gourmet presents a combination of food preparation and philosophy that come together in a plan for healthful and graceful living.
Natural Hair Coloring: How to Use Henna and Other Pure Herbal Pigments for Chemical-Free Beauty
by Christine ShahinCommercial hair dyes contain thousands of different chemicals, some of which are reported to be carcinogenic — but you don&’t have to choose between gorgeous color and good health. Natural hair care expert Christine Shahin shows you how to use nontoxic plant pigments — henna, indigo, amla, and cassia — to color your hair naturally, whatever your hair type or ethnicity, with beautiful results! These pigments are readily available at natural food stores and online, and they&’re simple, safe, easy to use, and cost-effective. With clearly written instructions and step-by-step photography, Shahin shows you exactly how to apply these pigments, alone or in combinations, to achieve a full range of shades of brown, black, and red. She also includes instructions for transitioning from chemical dyes to natural ones and for using chemical and natural dyes together.
The Natural & Handmade Soap Book: 20 Delightful and Delicate Soap Recipes for Bath, Kids and Home
by Sarah Harper&“The natural products you can make from this book are not only kinder to your skin; they are also better for the planet&” (Soap Making Magazine, &“Top 6 Books for Soap Making&”). From nourishing oat soap bars to impressive rosebud soap cakes and fun soaps for kids, this book will inspire you to make beautiful handmade soap without all the chemicals found in commercial products. Sarah shows you how to master the two key techniques of handmade soapmaking—the traditional cold-process method and the fast and fun melt-and-pour method—and then demonstrates how to use these techniques to make fabulous soaps, shampoo bars, homemade washing powder, and even dishwasher soap bombs. Step-by-step photography and the author&’s insightful advice from years of experience teaching soapmaking makes every project achievable, guiding you effortlessly from start to finish. Packed with handy tips and an easy, approachable style, this is a beautiful book filled with practical projects so that anyone, including children, can make a variety of soaps they will be proud to use, display, and give away! &“This book shows that making soap is not just about the science, but can be another kind of art as it allows makers to bring out their creativity in the process.&” —Bangkok Post &“A fabulous book for anyone interested in all things soap.&” —Sustainable(ish)
Natural Healing for Dogs and Cats A-Z
by Cheryl SchwartzNatural Healing for Dogs and Cats A–Z is filled with natural and holistic practices that can return your pets to health and keep them there. Set in an A–Z format with full-color illustrations, this beautiful book makes it easy to look up any issue your pet may have. Highlights include:: healing the whole way; acupuncture and acupressure; common and scientific herb names; and homeopathy.
Natural Healing with Aromatherapy: Flash
by Denise Whichello BrownNatural Healing with Aromatherapy is a short, simple and to-the-point guide to learning the basic principles and practical techniques of aromatherapy and its oils. Whatever the aim - whether to overcome ailments, or just improve wellbeing - in just 96 pages readers will discover healing oils and beneficial massage techniques. Ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious, Natural Healing with Aromatherapy is a quick, no-effort solution for those who want to reap the benefits of an ancient healing tradition.
Natural Healing with Aromatherapy: Flash
by Denise Whichello BrownNatural Healing with Aromatherapy is a short, simple and to-the-point guide to learning the basic principles and practical techniques of aromatherapy and its oils. Whatever the aim - whether to overcome ailments, or just improve wellbeing - in just 96 pages readers will discover healing oils and beneficial massage techniques. Ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious, Natural Healing with Aromatherapy is a quick, no-effort solution for those who want to reap the benefits of an ancient healing tradition.
Natural Health after Birth: The Complete Guide to Postpartum Wellness
by Aviva Jill RommProvides essential advice for adjusting to the many challenges facing women during the first year after giving birth. • Offers practical tips for finding balance between being fully immersed in the beautiful but demanding path of motherhood and maintaining a sense of self. • Provides helpful herbal tips and recipes and includes gentle yoga exercises. • Addresses a new mother's need to replenish her body, mind, and spirit so that she can nurture her child.• By the author of The Natural Pregnancy Book and Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide. New mothers need care and support to adjust to the myriad challenges facing them after birth: changing body image, lifestyle, work arrangements, and relationships. Midwife, herbalist, and mother of four, Aviva Jill Romm shares her insights into how to make this crucial time a happy one. She provides essential advice for preparing for the postpartum period, coping during the first few days after the birth, establishing a successful breast-feeding relationship, getting enough rest, eating well even with a hectic schedule, and finding time to regain strength and tone with gentle yoga exercises. Woven throughout are helpful herbal tips and recipes to make the first year of motherhood a naturally healthy one. Natural Health after Birth also addresses a new mother's need to replenish her body, mind, and spirit so that she can nurture her child. This book provides support both for women who plan to be home full or part time during the first year and those who must return to their jobs soon after the birth. With humor and compassion, Romm offers mothers practical wisdom for attaining the delicate balance between being fully immersed in the beautiful but demanding path of motherhood and maintaining a sense of self.
Natural Health for African Americans: The Physicians' Guide
by Kenneth B. Singleton Marcellus A. WalkerIn this much-needed guide to good health, two nationally known medical doctors, who are also experts on natural medicine and African American medical issues, present a common sense combination of mainstream approaches and natural therapies to help the body heal itself.
Natural Health, Natural Medicine: The Complete Guide to Wellness and Self-Care for Optimum Health
by Andrew T. WeilThe bible of natural medicine" (Larry Dossey, M.D.), Natural Health, Natural Medicine is a comprehensive resource for everything you need to know to maintain optimum health and treat common ailments. This landmark book incorporates Dr. Weil's theories of preventive health maintenance and alternative healing into one extremely useful and readable reference, featuring general diet and nutrition information as well as simple recipes, answers to readers' most pressing questions, a catalogue of home remedies, invaluable resources, and hundreds of practical tips. This new edition includes up-to-the-minute scienti c ndings and has been expanded to provide trustworthy advice about low-carb diets, hormone replacement therapy, Alzheimer's, attention de cit disorder, re ux disease, autism, type 2 diabetes, erectile dysfunction, the u, and much more.
Natural Health Remedies: Your A-Z Blueprint for Vibrant Health
by Janet MaccaroFinding a natural health reference book written from a Christian perspective can be a challenge—until now. Dr. Janet Maccaro presents a &“self-care manual&” of remedies for conditions from acne to zoonosis, and she shows you the healthiest foods, herbs, vitamins, and minerals for good health. In this UPDATED AND EXPANDED EDITION Dr. Janet equips you with the most current, vital knowledge for good health with tips on:FAMILY HEALTH REMEDIESNATURAL BODY MAINTENANCEDETOXES AND CLEANSESSUPERFOODS AND SUPPLEMENTSSYMPTOM TRIGGERSAND MUCH MORE!If you are seeking to take more responsibility for your state of health and well-being, this book is written just for you.
Natural & Herbal Family Remedies: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-168 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Cynthia BlackRediscover the Recipes Your Grandmother Once UsedNatural and herbal healing is nothing new. For thousands of years people have relied on the gifts of nature to cure common ailments. Today, herbal remedies have become a popular alternative to conventional medicine and a way for families to address everyday woes themselves.In Natural & Herbal Family Remedies, Cynthia Black shares the tried-and-true remedies that have been with her family for generations. To this day she uses these natural and herbal treatments to care for her family, pets, and home. You’ll find recipes for treating the conditions common in every family, including diaper rash, cuts, bruises, stress, headaches, colds, and stomachaches, as well as natural beauty treatments for hair and skin care. Cynthia also provides recipes for nourishing foods, natural animal care, and herbal cleansers for the home. I
Natural & Herbal Remedies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin A-245 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Norma Pasekoff WeinbergDo you have: Recurrent numbness, pain, or tingling in your fingers, wrist, or hand? Does it persist at night? Can it be "shaken" out?A sense of weakness in your hand?Loss of feeling of heat or cold in your hand?If you answered yes to these questions, you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. If not detected and treated, this common condition can quickly become disabling. Once the diagnosis is in, the first treatment recommended is often surgery. However, such extreme measures aren't always necessary. In Natural & Herbal Remedies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Norma Pasekoff Weinberg offers strengthening hand exercises, gentle stretches, and herbal recipes that ease pain and encourage the body to heal itself. With attention to ergonomics and these simple remedies, most cases of carpal tunnel syndrome can be resolved -- or even avoided -- naturally and effectively.
Natural & Herbal Remedies for Headaches: Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-265 (Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin Ser.)
by Elizabeth Wotton N.D.Headaches, which range from mere annoyance to debilitating pain, are the most common health complaint in North America. Over-the-counter medications offer only temporary relief, and prescription drugs can cause serious side effects. Wouldn't you love to know how to treat - and prevent - your headaches effectively, safely, and naturally? In Natural & Herbal Remedies for Headaches, Elizabeth Wotton, a licensed naturopathic physician, explains the nature of headaches and offers all-natural preventives and treatments. She'll teach you how to: Figure out what kind of headache you're havingIdentify what's triggering your headachesSupplement your diet with headache-fighting nutrientsUse soothing herbal teas, tinctures, and baths to feel better fastBanish headaches from your life!
Natural Highs: The healthy way to increase your energy, improve your mood, sharpen your mind, relax and beat stress
by Patrick Holford BSc, DipION, FBA Dr Hyla CassDo you like to relax with alcohol or cigarettes? Do you use caffeine or something stronger to give you a buzz? Do you want to be 'high' - and stay healthy? In this groundbreaking book you will discover new ways to stay happy, relaxed or 'high' using safe, natural and non-addictive substances. Patrick Holford, a leading expert on mental health and nutrition, and eminent psychiatrist and specialist in integrative medicine, Dr Hyla Cass show you how. Discover:* Natural blues busters such as St John's Wort and 5HTP to help you reduce depression and anxiety* Non-addictive ways to get an energy boot without resorting to caffeine or nicotine* Safe and effective alternatives to prescription drugs such as Prozac and Valium* How to reduce stress and anxiety naturally* Natural (and legal) alternatives to recreational drugs * Remedies and techniques to help you to reach a state of inner peace
Natural Highs: Supplements, Nutrition, and Mind-Body Techniques to Help You Feel Good All the Time
by Patrick Holford Hyla CassWhat does it take to make you feel "high"? Do you routinely reach for caffeine, alcohol, cigarettes, or sugary snacks to get you through the day? <P><P>Unfortunately, the quick fixes we have become accustomed to don't work long-term, and often contribute further to the underlying problems of fatigue, depression, brain fog, and anxiety. <P> In Natural Highs, two leading authorities in psychology and nutrition present a prescriptive breakthrough program based on nutritional supplements, herbs, and simple mind-body therapies that will help to increase energy, sharpen the mind, elevate mood, relax the body, and beat stress. Their remarkable research shows how to formulate the perfect "brainfood" to improve how we think and feel, resulting in a greater sense of connection and joy in everyday life-the natural high.
Natural Highs: Instant Energizers for Body and Soul. Remedies, Rituals and Techniques to Banish Everyday Energy Lows
by Mary LambertIn today's fast-paced world you will often hear friends, family and work colleagues - or even your own body - saying they feel 'tired all the time'. But what if there were natural and simple ways to help you feel revitalized in seconds? From pre-breakfast yoga to an afternoon tea tonic, author Mary Lambert offers 70 remedies and techniques you can use to rechannel your best self. Whether you feel emotionally, mentally or physically drained, Natural Highs is the perfect companion to help you realise and release the energy you need to feel stronger, happier and ready to face each part of your day.
Natural Highs: Radiation Dose And Health Effects: Proceedings Of The 4th International Conference On High Levels Of Natural Radiation, Held In Beijing, China On October 21 To 25, 1996 (International Congress Ser.)
by Mary LambertIn today's fast-paced world you will often hear friends, family and work colleagues - or even your own body - saying they feel 'tired all the time'. But what if there were natural and simple ways to help you feel revitalized in seconds? From pre-breakfast yoga to an afternoon tea tonic, author Mary Lambert offers 70 remedies and techniques you can use to rechannel your best self. Whether you feel emotionally, mentally or physically drained, Natural Highs is the perfect companion to help you realise and release the energy you need to feel stronger, happier and ready to face each part of your day.
Natural History of Medicinal Plants
by Judith SumnerWild and cultivated plants have provided humans with cures for thousands of years. Aspirin, for example, the most widely used drug in the Western pharmacopoeia, was first isolated from willows to treat fever, pain, and inflammation. Writing for the lay reader, the author surveys the history of the use of plants in medicine, the range of chemicals produced by plants, and the prospects for future discoveries.
Natural Home Remedies (Self-Sufficiency #7)
by Melissa CorkhillTap into the healing power of nature by increasing your plant knowledge, putting together an herbal first aid kit, and even growing your own medicine. What could be more wonderful that being able to soothe your own and your family&’s aches and pains naturally? Here Melissa Corkhill gives advice for treating common conditions and illnesses at home using remedies provided by Mother Nature. In this book you&’ll discover how to treat non-serious complaints, such as coughs, colds and sore throats, as well as suggestions for easing the strain of more permanent conditions like eczema, arthritis and asthma. Packed with easy-to-follow recipes using herbs, essential oils and ingredients found in your kitchen, you&’ll be making your own natural remedies in no time.&“This book covers a wide range of physical problems . . . The recipes are user friendly and easily explained.&” —The Rural
Natural Hormone Balance for Women
by Martin Zucker Uzzi ReissA pioneering gynecologist and antiaging specialist with a successful Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Uzzi Reiss shows the way for women who want to turn back the effects of time through natural hormone therapy, but who wonder: is it safe? Does it work? Is hormone therapy right for me? NATURAL HORMONE BALANCE for Women is Dr. Reiss's breakthrough, step-by-step program for women who want to take control of their lives by restoring hormonal balance. This revolutionary, commonsense natural hormone replacement program is designed to meet the individual needs of most women looking to rejuvenate body and mind -- and offers astounding benefits for women of all ages: More energy and stamina * Improved memory * Healthier, more youthful skin * Balanced moods * Less depression and anxiety * Stabilization of weight and more muscle definition * Better sleep patterns * PMS and menopausal symptoms reduced or eliminated * Enhanced sexuality Dr. Reiss takes the confusion out of the medical information you need to know. In clear, nontechnical language, he thoroughly explains: the important difference between standard chemical hormone prescriptions and natural hormone replacements which hormone replacements are best for you and how to adjust them to your maximum individual benefit how to take hormones without worry how to choose the most effective hormonal gel, cream, pill, or sublingual drops, and when to use them. Dr. Reiss has helped thousands of women transform their lives by achieving natural hormone balance. Now you can tap into the replenishing "fountain of youthfulness" that is not only essential for better life, but easier and safer to achieve than ever before.