Showing posts with label Health and. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Health and. Show all posts

1/31/2010

Review of Ayurvedic Healing, 2nd Revised and Enlarged Edition: A Comprehensive Guide (Paperback)

Ayurvedic Healing is an excellent book whether you know anything about the Vedic medical science of Ayurveda, or not. The book deals with:
a)Finding out what body type you have, (vata-air, pitta-fire, kapha- earth/water) based on a questionnaire of health related questions
b) It helps you determine what kind of diet you can follow to balance your system.
c)It deals with common ailments as well as major diseases, covering everything from arthritis to AIDS
d) You can learn how to use chants, colors etc to relieve stress.

And that s just section I. In section II, it deals with the technical preparations with the use of various herbs, oils etc, which ayurvedic doctors use.

Thus this book is a comprehensive study of Ayurveda, which can be used to good effect by both the layman and the ayurvedic practitioner.

Product Description
Ayurvedic Healing presents the Ayurvedic treatment of common diseases, coveringover eighty different ailments from the common cold to cancer.It provides afull range of treatment methods including diet, herbs, oils, gems, mantra andmeditation. The book also shows the appropriate life-style practices and dailyhealth considerations for your unique mind-body type both as an aid to diseasetreatment and for disease prevention.This extraordinary book is a complete manual of Ayurvedic health care thatoffers the wisdom of this ancient system of mind-body medicine to the modernreader relative to our special health concerns today.The present edition is an expanded version of the original 1989 edition, covering additional diseases andadding new treatments.

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11/24/2009

Review of The Bach Flower Remedies (Paperback)

Dr. Edward Bach, a skilled homeopathic physician, developed his own theory about the causeof disease. Dr. Bach believed that physical diseases begin as an imbalance in the patient'semotional well-being. By attending to emotions and weeding out harmful emotions from thepatient's psyche, a healing trend can be initiated that assists the patient in avoidingfuture physical diseases. Treating emotional states addresses diseases while they are stillat the energy level. Dr. Bach believed that the flower essences could even be helpful oncedisease had progressed to a physical manifestation. The flower essences do not replace othertreatments such as homeopathy, but they can assist other treatments by soothing thepatient's mental condition and initiating preliminary steps towards healing the imbalancethat led to the disease in the first place.

This book is filled with wonderful information that the beginner can use to learn to use theflower essences to heal themselves and others. It is the basic text and everyone who isinterested in flower essences should have this text regardless of what other texts they ownas well. Bach thoroughly explains his theory on the source of disease and then each floweressence is examined, one by one, showing the emotional profile of the patient who would mostbenefit from each remedy.

The system is very simple and can be learned easily by the layman but it is very effective-- only 38 remedies cover the entirety of negative human emotions! Dr. Bach insisted thatthe flower essences be kept simple because he believed that their simplicity was a keyfactor of their effectiveness. Treating one's self and others with flower essences is simpleto learn but it is also an art that one will spend the rest of their lifetime developing andperfecting.

Product Description
An overview of the natural remedies that have become legendary for their effective treatment of common conditions.

About the Author

Edward Bach, M.D., with the medical connection between feelings and actual physical illness in mind, developed the Bach Flower Remedies to deal with mental distress.



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10/28/2009

Review of A Thai Herbal (Paperback)

As a Thai Massage Practioner I have found "A Thai Herbal" to be an excellent addition to my library & my practice. This book is perfect for people with any level of knowledge in herbology, from basic to advanced. It looks at Traditional Thai Healing systems from the holistic standpoint, discussing not only the Materia Medica of Thai Herbs but also the Thai traditions of use for them. Pierce guides the reader on a journey of using Thai herbs thru diet, massage, herbal compresses and bodycare/household products that ends with the reader feeling they have really been taught from a traditional viewpoint. It also contains a very helpful resource section for those wanting to learn more about these healing plants.

Product Description
A practical guide to the traditional herbalism of Thailand, written for the beginning herbalist, or for the general reader with a curiosity about the fascinating topic of holistic health and Asian medicine. Contains an overview of the history, theory and spirituality of traditional Thai medicine, with a focus on the application to modern Western life.

From the Author
This book is the result of 5 years of research and hands-on study with Thai healers in and around the Chiang Mai area of Northern Thailand. Chapter 2, a detailed introduction to the theory of Thai medicine, is the result of reasearch at the Bangkok National Library. With the exception of Chapter 2, which can get a bit technical, this book is readable and accessible to even those with no prior experience in herbal medicine.



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10/22/2009

Review of Encyclopedia of Homeopathy: The Definitive Home Reference Guide to Homeopathic Self-Help Remedies & Treatments for Common Ailments (Hardcover)

How to understand history and development of homeopathy?

I was searching and no book convinces me, but when finally found this volume, I found the easiest way to understand and "feel" the homeopathic system. The book is divided basically in three sections:-Mineral remedies -Vegetal remedies -Symptoms and the appropriate homeopathic medicine.

It has a lot of illustrations and guides through the very special world of homeopathy, allowing to learn (the easy way) this fascinating matter!.

Product Description
Homeopathy, with its "less is more" approach to using medicine, is proving to be among the most effective forms of alternative medicine. Its ever-growing popularity has newcomers and experts alike searching for the ultimate guide to understanding and using homeopathy. With this Encyclopedia of Homeopathy, that search is over. This authoritative volume combines a comprehensive explanation of the key theories and methods of practice with a meticulously researched reference section that details more than 320 remedies. Special features include a unique Materia Medica and a practical family guide.A beautifully illustrated Materia Medica section provides a full profile of each remedy, including its origin, historical and medicinal background, and preparation. It describes the principal physical, psychological, and emotional symptoms associated with finding the right remedy. In addition, a special section on serious ailments outlines how a professional homeopath approaches major health concerns.Self-Help remedies are recommended for over 100 common ailments, such as colic in babies, premenstrual tension, insomnia, and sciatica. Carefully devised checklists for both physical and mental symptoms make accurate self-assessment easier than ever before. Comprehensive, practical, and easily accessible, the Encyclopedia of Homeopathy offers essential information and practical guidance for everyone wishing to explore the healing properties and uses of this unique system of medicine.

About the Author
Dr. Andrew Lockie, M.B., Ch.B., MRCGP, M.F.Hom., Dip. Obst. RCOG, is a qualified homeopathic physician and a member of the Royal College of General Practitioners and the Faculty of Homeopathy. He studied medicine at Aberdeen University and Royal London Homeopathic Hospital. After a period in general practice, he specialized in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Lockie has practiced as a homeopathic physician for the past 22 years, and was a founding member of the Homeopathic Physicians Teaching Group, based in Oxford, which educates doctors and other health professionals about homeopathy. He has written numerous articles for both the medical and lay press, and in conjunction with Dr. Nicola Geddes, wrote DK's highly successful Complete Guide to Homeopathy, which has sold over 300,000 copies worldwide.

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10/17/2009

Review of Arnica: The Remedy that Should be in Every Home (Health in the Home Series) (Paperback)

I have use this drug/herb for years. It is will known is foreign countries like France and Panama. Excellent for bruises and blows. Speeds recovery period after surgery. Minimized swelling after surgery and trauma. I have had this book for years. I own the last printing in 1992. A must have medical remedy book.


Product Description
Arnica is the most widely used remedy in homoeopathic prescribing.

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10/16/2009

Review of Natural Beauty: Pamper Yourself with Salon Secrets at Home (Paperback)

This book could be good for a model wanna-be.It does have a chapter on shaping your eyebrows and waxing your legs - ouch!However, if you want useful recipes and remedies do not buy this book!The author's idea of a recipe for Foot-Soaking Fizzies is Alka Seltzer and your favorite essential oil.Her recipe for Aromatherapy Bath Salts is epsom salt, your favorite essential oil and food coloring! This book lacks useful information and only has a few recipes other than those listed on the back cover. Most ingredients are not natural and most of her"secrets" would irritate my sensitive skin.

Product Description
Salon Secrets at a Fraction of the Cost
Now it is easy to look and feel beautiful, without spending a fortune. Did you know that a mix of equal parts vegetable oil and sugar is not only the cheapest way to exfoliate your face, but it's also the best? Or that by combining specific amounts of sugar, water, and lemon juice, you can create a homemade "wax" and comfortably eliminate unwanted hair for over six?
Beauty expert and aesthetician Laura DuPriest offers countless ideas and recipes that will help you create the natural and attractive look you desire while providing motivational tips to enhance your inner beauty. Inside, you'll find simple recipes and step-by-step directions for:
·Strawberry Citrus Mask
·Egyptian-Style Milk Bath
·Basic Cleanser for All Skin Types
·Homemade Moisturizing Shampoo
·Aromatherapy Bath Salts
·Baby Massage Oil
·Foot-Soaking Fizzies
·Salon-Style Hand Treatment
·And much more!
Pamper yourself, easily and affordably: You'll look better, feel better, and discover that natural beauty is a way of life you love.



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