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 comprehensive guide to the therapeutic benefits of light and color and how they affect our physical and psychological well-being *; Shares scientific research on how different wavelengths of light influence our cells, brain function, sleep patterns, and emotional stability *; Examines several forms of light therapy, including chromotherapy, heliotherapy, actinotherapy, and thermotherapy *; Explains how to use light and color therapy, maximize the benefits of sunlight, and avoid the health risks of new light sources such as compact fluorescents and LEDs Beginning with sun worship in prehistory and sunshine therapies in ancient Egypt, Greece, and India, light has long been associated with the sublime, the divine, and healing.
An investigation into the root cause of the modern acne epidemic--fluoride--and how to remove it from your diet and lifestyle for clear, healthy skin *; Chronicles the existing acne research to reveal fluoride was behind the rise of teenage acne in the mid-20th century and the dramatic increase in adult acne today *; Details how to avoid fluoridated foods and beverages as well as other common sources of fluoride, such as pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and household products *; Explains how to displace fluoride stored in your bones and other tissues through nutrition and the careful use of iodine According to a recent study, over 20 percent of men and 35 percent of women experience acne after the age of 30.
Reveals the precise correspondences between specific emotional and mental tensions and the illnesses and traumas of the body *; Explains how physical complaints--energetic disturbances that lead to ailments or chronic conditions--are your soul speaking to you *; Shows how the body part affected as well as which side it is on pinpoints what your soul is trying to tell you and what you need to work through emotionally *; Explains the Yin-Yang energetic correspondences of the body: the Yang axis of the shoulders, the Yin axis of the hips, and the Yin-Yang maternal/paternal connections Our body speaks.
Cómo mantener los niveles óptimos de testosterona en el hombre mediante el uso de hierbas, suplementos nutricionales y la alimentación
• Revela pruebas científicas sobre agentes ambientales que bloquean la testosterona y que alteran el funcionamiento químico del cuerpo masculino en la medida en que este envejece
• Presenta medicinas herbarias orgánicas y seguras que pueden restablecer los niveles óptimos de testosterona
• Contiene los tratamientos naturales más recientes para tratar la impotencia, la infertilidad y las disfunciones de próstata
La identificación de la andropausia, la etapa que ocurre durante la madurez en los hombres y que es comparable a la menopausia femenina, se ve obstaculizada por la falta de una clara manifestación externa en la química y fisiología propias de los individuos de edad avanzada.
A comprehensive reference tool for maximizing healing of the mind, body, and spirit through a holistic synergy of Chinese medicine and Ayurveda *; Details the foundational principles of each tradition and the many concepts they share, such as qi and prana, meridians and nadis, and energy centers and chakras *; Provides tools for self-assessment including a primer on tongue diagnosis and a mental, emotional, and physical constitutional questionnaire *; Offers breathing exercises, dietary regimens, herbal recommendations, and guides for detoxification, including safe and gentle at-home cleansing Chinese medicine and Ayurveda are two of the oldest healing systems in use today.
A guide to the latest research in oxygen therapies and their use on the path to optimum health*; Presents new clinical advancements and scientific findings from Cuba, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, and the United States *; Explores the effectiveness of oxidative therapies for treating many conditions, including heart disease, cancer, HIV, hepatitis, diabetes, MS, macular degeneration, herniated discs, arthritis, Alzheimer's, Crohn's, candida, emphysema, and eczema*; Includes new research on oxidative therapies in veterinary medicine and dentistry, including its success in treating cavities and preventing infection Scientists now agree that most disease states are caused by oxygen starvation at a cellular level.
A practical guide to discovering the cause of your constipation and finding the right natural remedy for your unique case *; Details the 8 main causes of constipation and how to determine which is at the root of your difficulties *; Offers practical advice on how to correct each type of constipation with natural and non-aggressive methods, such as dietary changes, herbs, and relaxation methods *; Explains gentle, natural ways to empty the bowels when quick relief is necessary *; Reveals how treating constipation properly can restore full function not only to the digestive system but to the liver and kidneys as well Constipation has many causes.
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.
Find the holistic treatment that will work best for you based on your emotional type and specific pain condition*; Provides an easy questionnaire to determine your emotional type and an interactive self-assessment for finding the right pain treatment for your condition*; Explores mind-body treatments for many common pain conditions, including arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel, migraines, carpal tunnel, and PTSD*; Reviews the scientific evidence in support of acupuncture, biofeedback, hypnosis, massage, chiropractic, yoga, herbs, and essential oilsThroughout history many healing traditions have focused on analgesia--the alleviation of pain--an area in which modern medicine provides few options beyond narcotics, steroids, and surgery.
El primer libro que aborda el enfisema y la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC) a partir de un enfoque basado en la nutrición y la medicina alternativa
• Explica los beneficios de la desintoxicación, los cambios dietéticos y la combinación de alimentos
• Describe con detalle el uso de cuarenta y cinco hierbas medicinales y veintiséis suplementos nutricionales, y ofrece información sobre cómo dejar de fumar
Aproximadamente 35 millones de personas en Estados Unidos han sido diagnosticadas con algún tipo de enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC) y entre ellas hay 18 millones que padecen de enfisema.
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 apply the precise treatment techniques of Total Reflexology, which combines craniosacral therapy and foot reflexology, to the hands *; Explains the special relationship between the hand and the brain, making hand reflexology ideal for treatment of neurological, mental, and emotional disorders *; Details how to use the occipital zones of craniosacral therapy to pinpoint which zones and points on the hands to treat *; Includes full-color detailed maps of the pressure points and zones of the hands One of the most defining physical characteristics of humanity, the hands contain reflex zones and pressure points related to the systems and organs of the body just like the feet.
A comprehensive guide to the cosmic influences that underlie health and how to apply them for profound health and healing *; Examines how ancient and modern traditions of healing interconnect through the doctrine of signatures, ';As above, so below' *; Reveals how one's astrological chart has implications for personal health and healing *; Explains how each sign of the zodiac corresponds not only to parts of the body and its chakras but also to specific plants, herbs, colors, and emotions *; Explores how to use sound healing to harmonize astrological imbalances When we look at the vast and intricate cosmos--galaxies, planets, organisms, organs, cells, molecules, atoms--there is a fundamental order, a music or harmony of the spheres.
A comprehensive guide to emotional blockages in the energy body and their physical manifestations *; Details how emotional trauma, long-term stress, and environmental influences cause energy blockages in the subtle body that affect the physical body *; Explores more than 30 specific physical ailments, detailing the energetic origins of each condition and which meridians, chakras, and points are affected *; Explains how to interpret and work with energies released in massage and during yoga practice In this comprehensive guide to subtle energy and its associated physical manifestations, Robert Henderson reveals how the discomfort and pain you carry in your physical body is related to the energies of the life you have experienced.
A guide to the natural treatment of three coinfections of Lyme disease*; Reviews the latest scientific research on Babesia, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma*; Reveals how these three conditions often go undiagnosed, complicate the treatment of Lyme disease, and cause symptoms from headache to seizures*; Outlines effective natural treatments with herbs and supplements for specific symptoms and to combat overreactions of the immune system and the inflammation responseHarvard researchers estimate there are nearly 250,000 new Lyme disease infections each year--only 10 percent of which will be accurately diagnosed.
The first complete guide to natural healing properties and uses of the prickly pear cactus*; Examines the scientific research promoting the cactus as a natural diabetes and cholesterol medication as well as its use in the treatment of obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, skin ailments, and viral infections*; Explores the healing uses of prickly pears from the perspective of doctor, chemist, ethnobotanist, cook, and layman*; Includes 24 cactus recipes--from Prickly Pear Bread to Cactus CandyThe prickly pear cactus--a plant that has the distinction of being a vegetable, fruit, and flower all in one--is destined to be the next big herbal superstar, following in the footsteps of St.
*; Proves that the majority of cases of stroke, heart attack, and hypertension can easily be prevented by maintaining the proper ratio of potassium to sodium in the diet.
The first book to exclusively use Chinese medical theories and terminology to guide practitioners of Chinese medicine in the use of Western herbs *; Written entirely according to the theory, diagnosis, and treatment paradigm of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) *; Explains how to combine and modify the standard TCM formulas to non-Chinese herbs suitable for Western practitioners *; Includes 58 monographs of common Western healing herbs, detailing how each plant is used clinically The ever-growing number of Chinese medicine practitioners in the West has brought about an amalgamation of many styles of Chinese medicine and various other forms of medicine from around the world.
A 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 HerbalMedical 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.
*; A compact guide to assembling a customized travel health kit with natural remedies for relieving many of the traveler's common complaints--from sore feet and jet lag to insomnia and stress.
The first book to present medical evidence that mineral springs can prevent and cure disease--and to tell you which spas are most effective*; Lists more than 200 of the best hot springs and mineral springs in the world and the health conditions best treated at each, with a special emphasis on springs in the U.
*; A leading practitioner of Chinese medicine provides Western therapists with a comprehensive, illustrated handbook for the noninvasive treatment of childhood conditions.
Written by a physician and a chaplain, this book presents a simple, universal model of spirituality that is independent of religion, and shows how the clinician can apply the model to help in the management of chronic illness.
The acclaimed author of Pandora's Lunchbox and former New York Times reporter delivers an ';entertaining and highly useful book that gives you the tools to understand how alternative medicine works, so you can confidently make up your own mind' (The Washington Post).
Dieses Buch untersucht die besten verfügbaren empirischen Beweise für eine der schwierigsten und allgegenwärtigsten Fragen in allen Zeitaltern, Kulturen und Religionen: das Überleben des menschlichen Bewusstseins nach dem Tod.
