Traditional medicine and herbal remedies

What do you do when everyone is a suspect?

A disturbing murder unearths more questions than answers.

A missing royal relic and a shocking murder draw Kathryn into dangerous climes.

A series of poisoned pilgrims requires the services of Canterbury's most intrepid sleuth.

In 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'.

Entdecken Sie Herzgesundheit auf ganzheitliche Weise – als Einklang von Körper, Geist und Seele.

Bestselling author Georgia Varozza takes the difficulty out of creating healing teas, general cleaning items, and personal care products.

Willkommen zu einer kulinarischen Reise, die Genuss und Gewichtsreduktion harmonisch vereint!

Wyl Menmuir's The Draw of the Sea is a beautifully written and deeply moving portrait of the Cornish Coast and the people who make their livings there, examining the ephemeral but universal pull the sea holds over the human imagination.

The intriguingtales of the plants that have been used to heal andcure our bodies, brought to life with beautifully surreal illustrations from Alice Smith.

Written by world-renowned author and teacher Giovanni Maciocia, Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive, highly illustrated, and easy-to-understand resource.

Located where the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean Sea converge, the Florida Keys are distinctive for their rich and varied marine fauna.

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The Australasian region is home to the greatest diversity of cephalopods — squid, cuttlefish, octopuses — in the world.

Découvrez un guide détaillé sur la vitamine D3, souvent appelée 'vitamine soleil', et son rôle essentiel dans notre organisme.

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'Armed with this intrepid survey, we can see a brave new world down there on the beach .

At the center of Deep Blue Home-a penetrating exploration of the ocean as single vast current and of the creatures dependent on it-is Whitty's description of the three-dimensional ocean river, far more powerful than the Nile or the Amazon, encircling the globe.

From individual grains to desert dunes, from the bottom of the sea to the landscapes of Mars, and from billions of years in the past to the future, this is the extraordinary story of one of nature's humblest, most powerful, and most ubiquitous materials.

This 2002 book provides a cultural and ecological history of European impact on the Great Barrier Reef.

The definitive field guide to North American saltwater fish-from the absolute authority on sportfishing Before you head out to the open seas, listen up: Your tackle box is not complete without Ken Schultz's Field Guide to Saltwater Fish!

"e;If you have an interest in optimum mental health, this book belongs on your shelf!

"e;If you have an interest in optimum mental health, this book belongs on your shelf!

There's simply no limit to the sins people will commit for a tasty meal.

For those who want to make educated decisions about whether, and when, to use natural products, this text explains the most current scientific evidence of the roles that plants can play in our health: how they can prevent, modify, or treat disease.

Feeling menopausal and need some help?

A beautiful and accessible seasonal guide to herbalism from the historic botanic garden.

From the common stinging nettle to exotic adaptogens, the plant world is the most incredible medicine cabinet.

Spark a passion for sailng and the outdoors in your childFrom the Moonbeam Children s Book Awardsbronze medal winner!

*; Explains how to work with baneful herbs through rituals and spells, as plant spirit familiars, as potent medicines, and as visionary substances *; Details the spiritual, alchemical, astrological, and symbolic associations of each plant, its active alkaloids, how to safely cultivate and harvest it, and rituals and spells suited to its individual nature and powers *; Shares plant alchemy methods, magical techniques, and recipes featuring the plants, including a modern witches' flying ointment Part grimoire and part herbal formulary, this guide to the Poison Path of occult herbalism shares history, lore, and information regarding the use of poisonous, consciousness-altering, and magical plants.

*; Presents a traditional ';cure-all' or leechbook of the ailments the Crusaders would have encountered and the remedies their mediciners would have employed, including recipes for many cures and instructions *; Includes a comprehensive herbal, listing all the medicinal plants and materials needed to make the remedies, potions, elixirs, and unctions of the cure-all *; Details the author's travels in the steps of the Crusader physicians where he met with healers still employing the mediciners' practices During the Crusades, chivalric knightly orders, such as the Knights Templar and the Knights Hospitaller, brought along monastic mediciners to treat the sick and wounded.

*; Includes a dictionary of nearly 300 magical plants with descriptions of each plant's scientific name, common names, elemental qualities, ruling planets, and zodiacal signatures, with commentary on medico-magical properties and uses *; Explores methods of phytotherapy and plant magic, including the Paracelsian ';transplantation of diseases,' ritual pacts with trees, the secret ingredients of witches' ointments, and the composition of magical philters *; Explains the occult secrets of phytogenesis, plant physiology, and plant physiognomy (classification of plants according to the doctrine of signatures) Merging the scientific discipline of botany with ancient, medieval, and Renaissance traditions of occult herbalism, this seminal guide was first published in French in 1902 as a textbook for students of Papus's cole hermtique and sparked a revival in the study of magical herbalism in early twentieth-century France.

Learn to understand what your body is telling you and discover the optimum treatment path for your unique Lyme symptoms *; Shares the authors' 10-year journeys to overcome chronic Lyme and details their successful healing protocol *; Reveals how to increase your sensitivity to what your body is telling you to discover remedies and healing actions for your individual symptoms *; Explores the antibiotics, herbs, diet, exercise, beliefs, immune health, and self-healing meditations that the authors used for a complete healing For some people, recovering from a Lyme disease infection can become an endless battle with physical, mental, and neurological symptoms, especially if it's not diagnosed early.

An experienced holistic dentist and aromatherapy practitioner detail how to use essential oils to support the health of your mouth and teeth*; Explores the benefits of and best methods of use for well-known dental care oils such as peppermint, tea-tree, and clove as well as the lesser known oral benefits of oils like cinnamon, manuka, and oregano*; Offers many simple practical techniques to easily incorporate essential oils into your daily oral care routine*; Includes recommended oil mixtures targeted to alleviate specific dental and oral ailments, such as periodontitis, oral herpes, ulcers, teething, dry mouth, bad breath, teeth grinding, and toothacheHealthy teeth in a healthy oral environment play a key role in physical and mental well-being.

It's no surprise that marijuana has healing powers, but whether or not using it to treat common ailments should be legalized continues to be a hot topic of debate among government leaders and medical practitioners alike.

As the owner of one of the world's most elaborate sea glass collections, Mary Beth Beuke gets to talk about these prized ocean gems on a daily basis.

An updated and expanded edition of the definitive guide to adaptogenic herbs *; Includes a Materia Medica with monographs covering 25 adaptogens, including eleuthero, ginseng, rhodiola, schisandra, ashwagandha, licorice, shatavari, reishi, and holy basil, as well as complementary nervines, restorative tonics, and nootropics *; Explains how adaptogens increase the body's resistance to adverse influences, increase energy and stamina, and counter the effects of age and stress on the body *; Details the actions, properties, preparation, and dosage for each herb and their uses in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine and as remedies for animals Every day our bodies strive to adapt and stay balanced, energized, and healthy, yet chronic stress and the resulting elevation of stress hormones such as cortisol have been shown to be major factors behind not only fatigue and weight gain but also many chronic and degenerative diseases.

A practical guide to using the sacred herbs of Samhain for healing, divination, purification, protection, magic, and as tools for contacting the Spirits *; Explores the identification, harvest, and safe practical and ritual use of more than 70 plants and trees sacred to the Celtic festival of Samhain, the origin of Halloween *; Details the most effective plants for protection from the mischief of Fairies, herbs for releasing the Dead, and visionary plants for divination and shamanic work *; Provides instructions and suggestions for a traditional Dumb Supper, offerings to the Land Spirits, Samhain rites, and recipes for the sacred foods of Samhain The ancient Celts separated the year into two halves, the light half and the dark half, summer and winter.

Everything you need to know to use cannabinoids safely and effectively for better health and healing of a wide range of conditions *; Explains the biochemistry of cannabinoids and shows how they interact with the human body *; Offers a complete discussion of safe use, possible side effects, contraindications, and precautions, including during pregnancy and chemotherapy *; Explores the use of CBD to treat seizures, anxiety, muscular disorders, and psychotic states and the use of THC to treat schizophrenia, Alzheimer's, ADHD, Tourette's, Parkinson's, depression, COPD, and chronic pain, among many other physical, neurological, and emotional conditions In this authoritative yet practical guide to the healing properties of cannabis and cannabinoids such as THC and CBD, Franjo Grotenhermen, M.

A step-by-step naturopathic guide to using the hands-on natural healing method of compresses and poultices *; Explains how to use compresses and poultices for 70 common ailments and chronic conditions, such as migraine, asthma, acne, sinusitis, earache, arthritis, sprains, hives, shingles, anxiety, insomnia, mastitis, muscle pains, bronchitis, and more *; Details what type of compress or poultice to use for each ailment, whether to use it hot or cold, where on the body to apply it, and for how long *; Explores the physiological reasons these simple remedies are so effective and how they work not only for acute ailments and illness but also for chronic conditions Valued by herbalists, midwives, and mothers throughout history, compresses and poultices are gentle yet highly effective natural remedies you can safely use at home.

Explains how to use medicinal herbs and essential oils to fight infectious illness, strengthen the immune system, and combat antibiotic resistance *; Presents 18 of the most potent antibiotic and antiviral herbs and one beehive remedy, propolis, detailing how to use them and what illnesses each is best suited to treat *; Reveals how natural antibiotics have antiviral properties, lack side effects, and have no adverse effects on non-targeted bacteria, such as intestinal flora *; Also includes info on restoring gut health with probiotics, strengthening your immune system to become less receptive to infections, and supporting natural antibiotics with detox treatments Nature offers us many natural antibiotics from the plant kingdom that work powerfully against germs while also being gentle on the body.

A guide to applying the power and wisdom of Chinese Medicine to Bach Flower Therapy *; Includes detailed write-ups about the indications and effects of each of the original 38 Bach flower remedies according to Chinese Medicine *; Explains the relationships between specific emotions, symptoms, and regions of the body according to Chinese Medicine *; Offers a complementary method of Flower Essence evaluation using physical conditions to access the emotions Bach flower essences provide excellent tools for balancing energetic disturbances generated by emotions.

A guided exploration of herbal lore and healing plants found in yards, forests, meadows, and hedgerows*; Draws on traditional knowledge and remedies from around the world, including Native American, Celtic, and Egyptian traditions*; Provides simple recipes to safely make herbal remedies from local plants and honey for first aid, immune support, and treatment of common ailments*; Details the ';triangle' formula-making system of William LeSassier*; Explains how to work with plant spirits, herbal astrology, and Animal Spirit MedicineWeaving together ancient wisdom, mystical folklore, and modern plant research, master herbalist Ellen Evert Hopman explores the many uses of flowers, trees, common weeds, and ornamental plants for food, medicine, spiritual growth, and magical rituals.

A 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.

How to maintain optimum testosterone levels for the male body through the use of herbs, nutritional supplements, and diet *; Explains the phenomenon of male menopause and how to deal with it *; Reveals scientific evidence of testosterone-blocking agents in the environment that alter men's essential chemistry as they age *; Presents safe, organic plant medicines that can restore optimum testosterone levels *; Contains the most up-to-date natural treatments for impotence, infertility, and prostate disease The recognition of andropause, the middle-age stage in male development comparable to women's menopause, is hampered by the lack of a clear outward manifestation of the chemistry and physiology specific to aging men.

A comprehensive alchemical guide to plant extractions and their health benefits *; Shows how spagyric methods ';open' medicinal plants completely to release powerful healing properties *; Provides a history and philosophy of spagyrics that reveal why Western medicine fails to recognize the full benefit to health offered by plants *; Connects spagyrics to classical alchemical, hermetic, and ayurvedic traditions The practice of spagyrics is the application of ancient alchemical working methods to the preparation of tinctures, essences, and other products from medicinal plants.

*; The first book to fully explore the extraordinary effectiveness of black cumin against immune-system disorders, allergies, asthma, and skin problems.

The most comprehensive guide to the botany, pharmacology, cultural, ritual, and personal use of erotically stimulating substances from antiquity to the present day *; Details the use, preparation, and dosage of more than 400 plant, animal, mineral, and synthetic substances, both common and exotic, as well as their botany, science, and legal status *; Explores the historical and present use of aphrodisiacs and their role in sexual practices, culture, and art *; Richly illustrated throughout with more than 800 color photographs The culmination of more than 30 years of cultural, anthropological, and scientific research, this encyclopedia examines the botany, pharmacology, history, preparation, dosage, and practical use of more than 400 erotically stimulating substances from antiquity to the present day.