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.
*; Explores the alphabet of Nature personified in animals and the spiritual lessons of animal medicinesanimals personified in plantsincluding Turtle, Bear, Deer, Wolf, Alligator, and Horse Medicine teachings*; Shares profound experiences from the author's long career as an herbalist and his first years growing up on a remote Seminole reservation in the Everglades*; Offers shamanic adventures interwoven with comparisons to the psychology of Freud and Jung, the visions of Castaneda, and the occult teachings of Steiner and GurdjieffSharing profound experiences from his long career as well as his first years growing up on a remote Seminole reservation in the Everglades, renowned herbalist Matthew Wood interweaves practical herbalism and the spiritual potency of Nature to deeply explore the plant teachers, animal medicines, and foundational principles of shamanism as a spiritual path.
In this lively history and celebration of the Pacific razor clam, David Berger shares with us his love affair with the glossy, gold-colored Siliqua patula and gets into the nitty-gritty of how to dig, clean, and cook them using his favorite recipes.
This landmark scientific reference for scientists, researchers, and students of marine biology tackles the monumental task of taking a complete biodiversity inventory of the Gulf of Mexico with full biotic and biogeographic information.
This ground-breaking book examines direct relationships between the primary channels, extraordinary vessels, zangfu and extraordinary organs, and presents a theoretical model that demonstrates how they are directly connected to each other and to Daoist conceptions of the evolution of consciousness.
From tulsi to turmeric, echinacea to elderberry, medicinal herbs are big business-but do they deliver on their healing promise-to those who consume them, those who provide them, and the natural world?
Die einzigartige Symbiose des Heilwissens aus Ost und WestDer renommierte TCM-Arzt Li Wu und der Apotheker und Heilpflanzen-Experte Jürgen Klitzner gehen einen neuen Weg: Sie führen die beiden großen Traditionen des Heilens zusammen - die 5.
Krebs gehört zu den größten Herausforderungen der modernen Medizin, doch die Natur hält erstaunliche Heilmittel bereit, die uns im Kampf gegen diese Krankheit unterstützen können.
This second book in the three-volume Plant Secondary Metabolites covers the stimulation, extraction, and utilization of plant secondary metabolites, which are organic compounds that aid in the growth and development of plants but which are not required for the plant to survive by fighting off herbivores, pests, and pathogens.
A comprehensive practical reference to herbal dental care for all ages *; Details the use of 41 safe and effective herbs for the mouth *; Explores 47 common conditions that affect the mouth, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, acid reflux, and tooth loss *; Provides recipes for herbal toothpastes, mouth rinses, pain-relieving poultices, and teas for prevention and daily care *; Examines infant and toddler oral care, including remedies for teething and thrush Our oral health is intimately linked with our overall health and well-being.
Drawing on the writings of Nicholas Culpeper, the 17th-century herbalist, apothecary and astrologer, this updated, accessible introduction celebrates the holistic medical traditions of the West, and places Culpeper in his appropriate context as one of the forebears of modern holistic medicine and a prophet of the NHS.
Die bekannte "Willkommen Österreich"-Kräuterbäuerin gestattet einen Blick in ihre "Natur-Schatzkammer" und sie zeigt in der Sendung, was man mit Kräutern alles machen kann oder gegen welche Wehwehchen sie eingesetzt werden.
Tauche ein in die transformative Welt des Reiki und entdecke, wie du durch sanfte Berührungen und gezielte Energiearbeit zu einem tieferen Wohlbefinden findest.
This New York Times bestseller by the author of the environmental classic Silent Spring beautifully details the coastal ecosystem of birds and the sea.
In the Chinese medicine tradition, understanding and resonating with the spirit of the organs leads to better diagnosis and more effective, powerful treatment.
In einer Zeit, in der Diabetes weltweit immer häufiger auftritt, bietet die Natur eine bemerkenswerte Lösung: Gurmar, auch bekannt als Gymnema sylvestre, hat in der traditionellen Medizin eine lange Geschichte als natürlicher Blutzuckersenker.
The twelve volume in the Evidence-based Clinical Chinese Medicine series is a must read for Chinese medicine practitioners interested in neurology or rehabilitation.
'This is the herbal guide book for modern life - with easy recipes, practical tips and pearls of wisdom - it's the perfect companion to help you use powerful herbs in a modern way.
Seit Jahrhunderten wird Drachenblut, das geheimnisvolle rote Harz tropischer Bäume, als wertvolles Heilmittel in traditionellen Kulturen rund um den Globus geschätzt.
"e;Odorographia"e; is a comprehensive and profusely-illustrated treatise on perfume ingredients, with information on their history, production, use, favourable combinations, and much more.
This comprehensive, introductory book covers the essentials of Chinese massage (Tui na), including the fundamental principles of Chinese medicine, and the 20 basic massage techniques.
This book is unique in that it discusses the nature of human suffering and how patients can be helped to overcome psycho-emotional pain through work with the Eight Extraordinary Vessels.
In the Chinese medicine tradition, understanding and resonating with the spirit of the organs leads to better diagnosis and more effective, powerful treatment.
Build Optimal Energy and Health in Body, Mind, and SpiritEver wondered why you re feeling out of balance, stressed-out, sick, and exhausted but still can t sleep?
Ethnobotany of India: Volume 4: Western and Central Himalayas is the 4th volume of the 5-volume set, an informative book series on the ethnobotanical aspects of India.
'This is a book about a radical revisioning of the birth process from a medical condition that requires ongoing quantitative assessments, tracking, and interventions to an awe-inspiring mystery.
