Traditional medicine & herbal remedies books

Songs and rhymes have been used by physicians for centuries in China as a means of memorizing and passing on methods of practice and behavior, moral attitudes, effective points, diagnostic tips and rules of thumb. These poems...

An old practice of Chinese healing is introduced in a new type of illustrated atlas both
for practitioners as well as those interested in the subject.

Restoring the use of wild plants in daily life for vibrant physical, mental, and spiritual health

From hairballs and fleas to obesity and diabetes, this comprehensive guide shows you how to treat a wide range of common feline ailments using simple home remedies, herbal therapies, and chemical-free options that can save you...

We live in a busy world, where stress, fear, panic, worry and anxiety are commonplace. If you don't know how to manage these emotions, you could begin to feel overwhelmed, withdrawn, or unbalanced, which can have lasting negative...

Drawing on the writings of Nicholas Culpeper, the 17th-century herbalist, apothecary and astrologer, this introduction celebrates the holistic medical traditions of the West. It traces the development of Western holistic medicine...

Rebalance your mind, body and spirit--the natural way! Ayurveda is an ancient system of prevention and treatment of illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind, and spirit according to your individual body type.

Whether it's a cough, heartburn, joint pain, or neuralgia, readers will discover how easy it is to treat 40 ailments and conditions using herbs and herbal preparations they grow and make themselves.

Elizabeth Ambler started compiling her household book of cures in the early eighteenth century, including in it treatments which were much older and had been passed down to her. These intriguing remedies include Sir Walter...

Correlating the traditional therapies of Qigong with the outcomes of scientific research, this title offers an introduction to the knowledge system and content of Qigong study. It includes a DVD showing the forms in action,...

Rev. ed. of: Thorsons principles of Chinese medicine / Angela Hicks. 1996.

A comprehensive guide for dog owners looking for safe and reliable home remedies to the most common canine health problems-- anything from fleas to arthritis. It contains an accessible wealth of information on a full range of...

This book was written to alert people from all around the world, from all walks of life that there are alternatives to the conventional medical treatments that are being presented to us each and everyday. I know that many of you...

Including an overview of the medical traditions of China, the Malay Peninsula, the Indonesian Archipelago, the Philippines, Indochina, Korea, and Japan, the author offers insights into the influence of the Chinese expression of...

The art of connecting with, feeling and adjusting the energy body using the consciousness is a key aspect of Nei Gong and Qi Gong. The author provides step-by-step instructions on how to experience the various elements which make...

The traditional medicines of Middle Asia are rich and varied - from the Ayurveda and Siddha medicines of India, to the Unani and Sufi healing practices of the Middle East. The author unfolds the idea that vital energy, expressed...

A guide to Ayurveda, the oldest complete medical system in the world. It addresses the balancing of the three vital doshas in the body - Vata, Pitta and Kapha - in a holistic approach to diet and lifestyle. It provides an in-depth...

The effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine has always been a point of fierce debate among Western medical practitioners, and no practice has proven more divisive than acupuncture. After graduating from medical school Dr....

Acupuncture is widely practised in the 21st century in scientifically developed countries for a wide range of ailments, ranging from chronic pain, giddiness and high blood pressure to gastrointestinal disorders and sexual...

With easy recipes, ethnobotanist Wong shows how to make simple creams, salves, teas, and much, much more from the stuff at the local grocery or garden center. Wong provides preparations to help relieve a whole range of common...

The age-old knowledge enshrined in folk medicine across the world has been a remarkable resource which continues to have immense value. This is equally true in Australia, where a fusion developed based on old European wisdom,...

Based on a holistic approach to the body, reflex zone therapy is an energy medicine understood through meridian and reflex theory. This concise handbook presents the key principles of this ancient system.

Acupuncture therapy is based on the detailed understanding and use of acupoints. The study of these points plays an essential part in the effective use of the therapy. This book presents a practical guide to the key acupuncture...

Bach Flower Remedies are natural medicines derived from flowers and have the power to ease a wide range of physical and emotional complaints. This concise introduction is designed to help you start using the remedies for...

Gaia Classics have become definitive guides in their fields and these new editions bring their wealth of knowledge to new readers.