The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies

504 Pages·1998·53.001 MB·English

by  C. Norman Shealy

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The growing popularity of alternative medicine
has created a demand for clear and comprehensive
information on the many therapies available.
In particular the need has arisen for a book which
covers all the natural remedies and how to use
them at home.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies
provides an abundance of fascinating facts, self-
help guidelines, and authoritative advice on how
to prepare your own remedies, and where to find
professional help from a trained practitioner.
This comprehensive, fully illustrated encyclopedia
covers every aspect of eight alternative therapies:
Ayurveda
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Traditional Home and Folk Remedies
Herbalism
Aromatherapy
Homeopathy
Flower Remedies
Vitamins and Minerals.
As well as a description of the techniques
and practices of each therapy, the book lists the
remedy sources they use, the ailments they treat,
and the effects they will have on your health
and well-being.
Illustrated in full color throughout, The Illustrated
Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies includes an
exhaustive list of common ailments and suggested
remedies and treatments, as well as a full glossary
and a comprehensive list of useful addresses and
contacts, making it the best source book for natural
remedies currently available.

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© Element Books Limited 1998
First published in Great Britain in 1998 by
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FOREWORD 8
INTRODUCTION 10
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK 14
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PART ONE
THERA ALING
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An Introduction to Ayurveda 18
AYURVEDIC REMEDY S 24
An Introduction to Chinese 48
CHINESE HERBAL REMEDY § 54
An Introduction to Traditional F 76
TRADITIONAL HOME Al! EDY SOURCES 82
An Introduction to Herbalism 104
HERBAL REMEDY SOUR‘ 2
An Introduction to Aromathe apy 140
ESSENTIAL OILS y 146
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An Introduction to Homeopathy = ee 172
HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES Y 178
An Introduction to Flower Remedies 218
FLOWER ESSENCES DOA
An Introduction to Vitamins and Minerals 246
VITAMINS, MINERALS, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS 252