Karma Herbs


Book Description

Karma, neither luck nor fate, is an active choice to do no harm, to improve our self, help others and be gentle with the earth. Karma Herbs written by natural health expert and Media personality, Letha Hadady, D.Ac., and beautifully illustrated by her mother Letha Elizabeth Hadady, engages the reader in a journey of self discovery and natural healing using herbal medicines which are part of Nature's innate balance and bounty. Adapting medical theories originating in China, India and Tibet, we may view the body/mind/spirit as vital energy and life force. In Karma Herbs, self observations and modern medical research elucidate energy patterns that impact our daily health and wellness. Individualized diet and safe, time-tested vegetarian herbal treatments using easily available pills and teas, provide for a wide variety of health issues such as weight loss, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, colds and flu, menstrual and menopausal discomforts, poor immunity to major illnesses, chronic fatigue, memory problems, and sexuality. Guidelines for monitoring health improvements throughout the book help the reader to become an active participant in self-healing. Up to date sources for herbal products are provided: Trusted Internet herbal sources are live links in the eBook. Karma Herbs, based on forty years of work in alternative medicine, replaces Letha's best-selling pre-internet book Asian Health Secrets: the complete guide to Asian herbal medicine. Karma Herbs eBook offers simple home treatments, many entertaining case studies and encyclopedic information on rare and common herbs and spices. It may be a useful tool to facilitate communication with Asian healers who until now have been unable or unwilling to share their knowledge. Karma Herbs translates the ancient, esoteric medical systems of the East making them accessible for modern use. About Letha Hadady:"Hadady is an ambassador between curious North Americans, trying to overcome their ignorance of alternative medicine, and Asian herbalists, who are uneasy about opening their customs to the scrutiny of outsiders."-Newsday, L.A. Times syndicate"The tall, slender herbalist found her calling after a life-threatening illness. . . Her encyclopedic knowledge of health and beauty is evident."-Daily News"Letha unearths the wisdom of the ancients."-New York Post"Letha has all natural ways to change your life. And she looks so young!"-Barbara Walters, "The View" ABC television




Herbs


Book Description

Describes the history, medicinal use, and magical properties of herbs, and explains why good health is an important aid to spiritual growth.




Eve’s Herbs


Book Description

In Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient World to the Renaissance, John M. Riddle showed, through extraordinary scholarly sleuthing, that women from ancient Egyptian times to the fifteenth century had relied on an extensive pharmacopoeia of herbal abortifacients and contraceptives to regulate fertility. In Eve’s Herbs, Riddle explores a new question: If women once had access to effective means of birth control, why was this knowledge lost to them in modern times? Beginning with the testimony of a young woman brought before the Inquisition in France in 1320, Riddle asks what women knew about regulating fertility with herbs and shows how the new intellectual, religious, and legal climate of the early modern period tended to cast suspicion on women who employed “secret knowledge” to terminate or prevent pregnancy. Knowledge of the menstrual-regulating qualities of rue, pennyroyal, and other herbs was widespread through succeeding centuries among herbalists, apothecaries, doctors, and laywomen themselves, even as theologians and legal scholars began advancing the idea that the fetus was fully human from the moment of conception. Drawing on previously unavailable material, Riddle reaches a startling conclusion: while it did not persist in a form that was available to most women, ancient knowledge about herbs was not lost in modern times but survived in coded form. Persecuted as “witchcraft” in centuries past and prosecuted as a crime in our own time, the control of fertility by “Eve’s herbs” has been practiced by Western women since ancient times.







Science of Spices and Culinary Herbs - Latest Laboratory, Pre-clinical, and Clinical Studies


Book Description

Many herbs and spices, in addition to their culinary use for taste, contain chemical compounds which have medicinal uses. For this reason, herbs and spices have been used for treating various ailments since ancient times. Modern scientific methods have enabled researchers to isolate bioactive compounds from herbs and spices and perform chemical analyses, which can be used to develop medicines to treat different diseases. This book series is a compilation of current reviews on studies performed on herbs and spices. Science of Spices and Culinary Herbs is essential reading for medicinal chemists, herbalists and biomedical researchers interested in the science of natural herbs and spices that are a common part of regional diets and folk medicine. The fourth volume of this series features the following reviews: 1. Pharmacological effects of Curcuma longa, focused on anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immunomodulatory effects 2. Ethnomedicinal uses, Phytochemistry, Pharmacological effects, Pre-clinical and Clinical studies on flaxseed: A spice and culinary herb-based formulations and its constituents 3. Nigella sativa (Prophetic medicine): The Miracle Herb 4. Properties of Mexican oregano (Lippia spp.) essential oils and their use in aquaculture 5. Curry leaf: An insight into its Pharmacological activities, Medicinal profile, and Phytochemistry




Healing Herbs and Health Foods of the Zodiac


Book Description

Once, every doctor was also an astrologer because knowledge of the zodiac was essential for diagnosing and curing illness. Healing Herbs and Health Foods of the Zodiac reclaims that ancient tradition. It covers the illnesses most often associated with each zodiacal sign, along with the herbs attributed to healing them. For example, common problems with Leos are heart affections, sore eyes, and cramping. The best-known plants associated with Leo include eyebright and marigold which can be used for sore eyes, and mistletoe, a tonic for nervous hearts. - Discover the healing properties of seventy herbs and learn to identify them by sight. - Purify and refine your physical body with the "cell salt" for your sign. - Follow the correct steps for preparing teas, tinctures, cough drops, and salves. - Learn the proper way to harvest and use dozens of different herbs. This book also covers the cell salts for each zodiacal sign. Found in various fruits and vegetables, cell salts are necessary for health. For example, the cell salt of Libra is Sodium Phosphate. Found in celery, spinach, and figs, it maintains the balance between acids and alkalis. Healing Herbs and Health Foods of the Zodiac by Ada Muir is a complete introduction on how to use herbs and plants for healing. Filled with illustrations of dozens herbs, this book is informative to read, delightful to look at, and a pleasure to own.




Alchemy of Herbs


Book Description

Did you know there’s a powerful herbal medicine chest in your kitchen? Imagine being prepared for that next cold, scrape, headache, digestive issue, stressful day, or sleepless night with simple ingredients from your cupboard. Instead of pills, reach for:Cinnamon Tea to soothe your throat . . . Garlic Hummus to support your immune system . . . Ginger Lemon Tea for cold and flu symptoms . . . Cayenne Salve to relieve sore muscles . . . Cardamom Chocolate Mousse Cake for heart health . . . A glass of Spiced Cold Brew Coffee as a powerful antioxidant . . . Alchemy of Herbs will show you how to transform common ingredients into foods and remedies that heal. What were once everyday flavorings will become your personal kitchen apothecary. While using herbs can often seem complicated or costly, this book offers a way to learn that’s as simple and inexpensive as cooking dinner. With the guidance of herbalist Rosalee de la Forêt, you’ll understand how to match the properties of each plant to your own unique needs, for a truly personalized approach to health for you and your family. In addition to offering dozens of inspiring recipes, Rosalee examines the history and modern-day use of 29 popular herbs, supporting their healing properties with both scientific studies and in-depth research into herbal energetics. Grow your knowledge of healing herbs and spices and start using nature’s pharmacy to feed, heal, and nurture your whole family!




The Herbal Alchemist's Handbook


Book Description

An herbal magick grimoire of philtres, elixirs, essential oils, incense, and formulas with dozens of recipes from a trusted author. Herbs have been used for medicine, magic, and ritual for centuries. The ancient arts of herbal alchemy and herbal magick combine the healing and energizing effects of herbs (roots, leaves, flowers, resins, and essential oils) with the cycles of the natural world—the astrological movement of the stars and planets, and the cycles of the earth’s seasons. In this easy-to-use compendium of herbs and their energy associations, master herbalist and magick practitioner Karen Harrison offers formulas anyone can use to obtain courage, creativity, lasting health, prosperity, and enhanced psychic and spiritual powers. Harrison shows how to select herbs based on their astrological associations as well as their medicinal properties. With a materia magica of more than 150 herbs and a multitude of recipes, readers will learn how to blend incense, ceremonial oils, bath salts, herbal amulets, fluid condensers, and herbal philtres and how to use them in meditation, ritual, or energy work.




Dr. Sebi Approved Herbs, Volume 1


Book Description

In this book, you will discover a compiled list of twenty-one (21) alkaline herbs carefully chosen from the vast collection utilised by the esteemed Dr. Sebi. Dr. Sebi, in his profound lectures, frequently emphasized the timeless wisdom that 'the herbs are for the healing of the nations.' Within the pages of this book, I embark on a journey to explore the therapeutic potential of some of these remarkable herbs. Each herb profile in this comprehensive guide serves as a gateway to not only understanding the botanical characteristics but also uncovering the profound healing properties inherent in these natural herbs. I delve into the unique actions of each herb, shedding light on their traditional uses that have been passed down through generations. From the roots to the leaves, this book provides insights into the specific parts of each herb that are utilised in healing practices. For those seeking practical guidance, each herb profile includes suggested dosages, empowering readers with the knowledge necessary to incorporate these healing agents into their wellness routines. Furthermore, the exploration extends to the creation of herbal formulas, offering examples that demonstrate the art of synergistically combining these potent herbs for enhanced therapeutic effects. WHY GET THIS BOOK?: - 'Dr. Sebi approved herbs, Volume 1' is carefully curated to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the herbs unique properties and applications. These are 21 powerful herbs that align with Dr. Sebi's principles of natural healing. Learn how these herbs can contribute to your overall health and well-being, addressing various aspects of your physical and mental vitality. - Practical information on the usage of each herb, including descriptions and instructions on how these herbs are used. - Take control of your well-being and empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed choices about your health. 'Dr. Sebi Approved Herbs, Volume 1' is your go-to companion on the path to a healthier and more vibrant life.




The Encyclopedia of Spices & Herbs


Book Description

From the Emmy-nominated host of the award-winning Top Chef, an A-to-Z compendium of spices, herbs, salts, peppers, and blends, with beautiful photography and a wealth of explanation, history, and cooking advice. “A beautiful book by Padma Lakshmi featuring an extensive catalogue and helpful recommendations on how best to use these ingredients to create full-flavored dishes. A great resource for any chef or home cook.” -- Eric Ripert Award-winning cookbook author and television host Padma Lakshmi, inspired by her life of traveling across the globe, brings together the world’s spices and herbs in a vibrant, comprehensive alphabetical guide. This definitive culinary reference book is illustrated with rich color photographs that capture the essence of a diverse range of spices and their authentic flavors. The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs includes complete descriptions, histories, and cooking suggestions for ingredients from basic herbs to the most exotic seeds and chilies, as well as information on toasting spices, making teas, and infusing various oils and vinegars. And no other market epitomizes Padma’s love for spices and global cuisine than where she spent her childhood—lingering in the aisles of the iconic gourmet food store Kalustyan’s, in New York City. Perfect for the holiday season and essential to any well-stocked kitchen or cooking enthusiast, The Encyclopedia of Spices and Herbs is an invaluable resource as well as a stunning and adventurous tour of some of the most wondrous and majestic flavors on earth.