Acupressure's Potent Points


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With your hands you have potential to relieve everyday aches, pains and ailments without taking drugs, to improve your health, and to increase your vitality. Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers to stimulate key points on the skin that, in turn, activate the body's natural self-healing processes. With this book, it is a skill you can learn now--and use in your own home. In Acupressure's Potent Points, Michael Reed Gach, founder and director of the Acupressure Institute of America, reveals simple techniques that enable you to relieve headaches, arthritis, colds and flu, insomnia, backaches, hiccups, leg pain, hot flashes, depression, and more--using the power and sensitivity of your own hands. This practical guide covers more than forty ailments and symptoms, from allergies to wrist pain, providing pressure-point maps and exercises to relieve pain and restore function. Acupressure complements conventional medical care, and enables you to take a vital role in becoming well and staying well. With this book you can turn your hands into healing tools--and start feeling good now.




Pet Lover's Guide to Natural Healing for Cats and Dogs


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Part of the Pet Lover's Guide series, this volume presents detailed information on alternative therapies for both dogs and cats. Written in a clear, simple manner, the book is divided into three main parts. Part 1, on diet and natural therapies, addresses the importance of diet for pets, and discusses the pros and cons of both commercially available and homemade diets. It also covers the basic explanations of the various alternative therapies widely used by holistic veterinarians and readily available to pet owners (e.g., supplements and herbs, acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic and other manual healing). Part 2 makes recommendations for specific health conditions, such as skin problems or digestive tract problems, and describes how various alternative therapies are used alone or in combination with allopathic therapies to treat or relieve the condition. Finally, Part 3 offers an overview of health maintenance and preventive health, and includes information about vaccinations, flea and tick control, weight control, and caring for the aging pet. Full-color line art and photographs illustrate various plants and herbs, and also techniques such as manual therapies, massage, and other hands-on healing techniques in a user-friendly and easily identifiable manner. Special boxes labeled "Where We Stand" present the author's strong opinions on specific (sometimes controversial) issues in a highlighted, easy-to-find format. Key terms are highlighted, making them easy to locate and reference - these terms are also included in the glossary with clear, simple definitions. Important information is bulleted and placed in a shaded box, bringing the main points to the reader's attention in a quick and useful way. Clear readability makes information easily accessible to pet owners, helping them to better understand natural therapies and their uses in treating pets. It also enables veterinarians to carry the book in their practices and recommend it to clients. Written by established, recognized veterinarians, this book is a reliable source for veterinary professionals.




Acupressure for Emotional Healing


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Increased stress and traumatic events in our lives have resulted in many millions of people who suffer from insomnia, nightmares, anxiety attacks, depression, and tension headaches. ACUPRESSURE FOR EMOTIONAL HEALING offers relief at your fingertips, quickly and safely, for a wide range of emotional problems. It explains how emotional distress becomes lodged in the body as muscular tension and blocked energy, and shows how acupressure can relieve not just the resulting physical symptoms, but also their emotional source--often without the need for extensive talk therapy or medication. Acupressure stimulates the same points used in acupuncture, but instead of needles, firm finger pressure is used on the surface of the skin. The pressure releases neurochemicals called endorphins that relieve pain. As in acupuncture, specific pressure points are connected with internal organs and energy pathways in the body (called meridians) that regulate the flow of electrical energy to all systems. Unlike acupuncture, acupressure can be used safely by anyone, with only the hands as equipment. ACUPRESSURE FOR EMOTIONAL HEALING offers a comprehensive A-Z guide to emotional ailments (from abandonment to worry and obsessive thinking), with fully-illustrated instruction on dozens of precise acupressure point locations and how to activate them, combined with yogic breathing, stretching, and movement routines. Case histories from the authors' practice further illuminate each condition and the path to emotional balance and healing. Most routines can be used independently for self-care and on-the-spot relief. There are also sections on how to use the techniques to help others, with appropriate safeguards.




All Women Are Healers


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“By the study, experimentation and practice of natural healing, women are changing and charting the future of health care. Despite heavy resistance or lack of recognition from patriarchal medicine, they are nevertheless making positive changes that will continue and increase. Women’s emphasis on one-to-one work practiced in mutual agreement and participation is very different from mechanized and big-money medicine, and has results and successes far beyond expectations. The emphasis on self-healing returns health care to the consumer, to women’s lives and bodies, for the first time in centuries. The medical system cannot control a movement held in the hands of women, though it may try. Women are taking control again of healing, our daughter-right, for the first time since the matriarchies and the Inquisition.”—from the Introduction




Nature's Cures


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This unsurpassed health resource explores 33 fascinating, drug-free healing arts, from acupressure to yoga. Featuring a chart that lists appropriate alternative therapies for given symptoms, this work describes the natural and scientific reasons why natural therapies work--and how to incorporate them into one's life. Also included is advice on nutrition and exercise that will help readers gain a sense of emotional and physical balance.




The Healing Power of Acupressure and Acupuncture


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This accessible, up-to-date resource guide leads you through the foundations and techniques of acupressure and acupuncture. Acupressure and acupuncture can relieve painful conditions such as migraine headaches, lower back pain, joint disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, asthma, allergies, stress, nausea, heart problems, and many others. Today, most health-care plans cover these treatments, making them more popular than ever. Filled with insights into the history of these two age-old therapies, The Healing Power of Acupressure and Acupuncture helps readers choose when to see a licensed therapist, and even provides information about doing certain treatments at home. Matthew D. Bauer delves deeply into the traditions and remarkable benefits of acupressure and acupuncture, explains the many benefits of both, describes techniques for self-treatment, and illustrates how Chinese healing can augment modern Western medicine.




Acupuncture Points Handbook


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Point location book written in easy to understand terms, for the layperson.




The Acupressure Handbook: Ancient Healing Techniques for Today's World


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"A single touch can change a life." Discover the powerful healing techniques of acupressure with "The Acupressure Handbook: Ancient Healing Techniques for Today's World." This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey through the world of acupressure, a time-tested practice that has been used for thousands of years to promote wellness, relieve pain, and restore balance. In this essential resource, you'll find: • An introduction to acupressure and its origins in traditional Chinese medicine • Detailed explanations of the meridians and pressure points that are the foundation of acupressure practice • Step-by-step instructions for performing acupressure techniques, with illustrations to guide your way • Specific acupressure routines for a variety of common ailments, including headaches, back pain, digestive issues, and insomnia • Advanced techniques to enhance your overall well-being, such as using acupressure for emotional healing and stress relief • The connection between acupressure and other holistic healing modalities, such as yoga, meditation, and massage therapy • Tips for integrating acupressure into your daily routine for lasting results and improved health Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, "The Acupressure Handbook" provides the knowledge, tools, and techniques you need to harness the power of this ancient healing art. Unlock the secrets of acupressure and experience the transformative benefits for yourself. Get your copy today and begin your journey toward a healthier, happier you. Contents: Understanding Acupressure History and Origins The Principles of Acupressure Acupressure vs. Acupuncture The Science of Acupressure The Meridian System Chi and Energy Flow The Role of Pressure Points Acupressure Techniques The Proper Application of Pressure Reflexology and Zone Therapy The Five Elements Theory Common Acupressure Points Points for Pain Relief Points for Stress Reduction Points for Digestive Health Acupressure for Emotional Well-being Balancing Emotions Overcoming Anxiety and Depression Enhancing Mental Clarity Acupressure for Physical Health Boosting Immunity Improving Sleep Quality Increasing Energy Levels Acupressure for Women's Health Menstrual Pain and Irregularities Fertility and Pregnancy Support Menopause Relief Acupressure for Specific Conditions Headaches and Migraines Allergies and Sinus Issues Joint and Muscle Pain Self-Acupressure Techniques Creating a Daily Routine Partner Acupressure Acupressure Tools and Devices Integrating Acupressure into Your Life Combining Acupressure with Other Therapies Acupressure in the Workplace Acupressure for Athletes and Fitness Enthusiasts Precautions and Contraindications When to Avoid Acupressure Safety Tips and Guidelines Seeking Professional Help Becoming an Acupressure Practitioner Training and Certification Building a Successful Practice Ethical Considerations The Future of Acupressure Emerging Research and Techniques Acupressure in Modern Medicine Innovations in Acupressure Therapy Acupressure for Children and Teens Gentle Techniques for Kids Acupressure for Common Childhood Ailments Promoting Healthy Development Acupressure for Seniors Adapting Techniques for Older Adults Addressing Age-Related Issues Enhancing Quality of Life Acupressure for Animals Understanding Animal Meridians Treating Common Pet Ailments Acupressure for Animal Wellness Acupressure for Beauty and Skincare Acupressure Facelift Techniques Pressure Points for Skin Health Combining Acupressure with Skincare Regimens Acupressure for Weight Management Pressure Points for Appetite Control Supporting Digestion and Metabolism Combining Acupressure with a Healthy Lifestyle Acupressure for Travel and Jet Lag Pressure Points for Motion Sickness Reducing Jet Lag Symptoms On-the-Go Acupressure Techniques Acupressure and Traditional Chinese Medicine Understanding TCM Concepts Combining Acupressure with Herbal Remedies Incorporating TCM Principles into Your Practice Acupressure for Spiritual Growth Balancing the Chakras Cultivating Inner Peace Enhancing Meditation and Mindfulness The Role of Nutrition in Acupressure Foods that Support Energy Flow The Importance of Hydration Dietary Considerations for Optimal Results The Power of Touch The Healing Potential of Human Connection Building Trust and Rapport with Clients The Impact of Touch on Emotional Well-being




Handbook of Acupressure


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The Life of Gargantua and of Pantagruel is a pentalogy of novels written in the 16th century by François Rabelais, which tells of the adventures of two giants, Gargantua and his son Pantagruel.