Herbal Passions


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Callie Gardener's third season at her fledgling business, Joyful Heart Herb Farm, is challenged with new complications. Torn between the farm she loves and a desire to help Trooper Morgan Wright as he struggles with the aftermath of being shot, she's burning the candle at both ends. New employees are difficult to find and the weather isn't cooperating at all! Big troubles come to Heartland, 'the little town that's all heart', and to the quirky characters that live and love there. Follow the continuing stories of Mike Shipley, the sweetest, cutest UPS driver in the Midwest; the friends in her girls' night-in group, the gang at Dinah's Diner, and the mysterious stranger who consistently comes to Callie's rescue. Can he save her from life-threatening danger? And just who will finally capture her heart and release the passions that are ready to erupt? "Herbal Passions" continues the adventures and romances of Callie Gardener that began with "Herbal Beginnings" and continued with "Herbal Choices." It chronicles another season of growing, and is filled with fascinating herbal lore and helpful gardening information. Twelve important herbs that are featured in the story are profiled. Over seventy mouth-watering original recipes for main dishes, side dishes and breads are included!




Dr. Kidd's Guide to Herbal Dog Care


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Holistic veterinarian Dr. Randy Kidd explains how herbs can be used in the care of dogs. Includes chapters on common dog ailments and how to address them. Illustrations.




Herbal Blessings


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Follow the continuing story of the people of Heartland, the Little Town Thats All Heart! Its the fourth season at Joyful Heart, Callie Gardener Franklins herb farm located in central Indiana, and shes discovering that being married to a high-profile husband means lots of changes for both her and the farm she loves. As she struggles to keep her business afloat in a challenging economy, dangerous threats surface that impact every facet of her world. At the same time, her friends face their own problems and opportunities. In times like these, Callie finds it takes real effort to remember to count her blessings Meanwhile, Morgan Wright campaigns for political office and artist LouAnn Crow confronts difficult times. Romance blooms for some and disappointment awaits others. There are fresh additions to Joyful Hearts staff, new adventures for trucker Suz Stone, Mike Shipley (the sweetest UPS driver in the Midwest) and the rest of the Heartland community. Celebrate as the population booms, good triumphs over evil, the gardens flourish, and the blessings of herbs enhance everyones lives. Herbal Blessings chronicles not only Callies life and another season of growing, harvesting, and using herbs, but also the joys of country life and nature. It is filled with fascinating herbal lore and helpful gardening information. As in the three previous books in the series, it features cultural information on twelve important herbs. And, completing the menu, it includes over seventy tempting original recipes for desserts and other herbal treats!




Grow Your Own Herbs


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Nothing tastes better than herbs harvested fresh from the garden! Grow Your Own Herbs shares everything you need to know to grow the forty most important culinary herbs. You’ll learn basic gardening information, including details on soil, watering, and potting. Profiles of 40 herbs—including popular varieties like basil, bay laurel, lemon verbena, tarragon, savory, thyme, and more—feature tasting notes, cultivation information, and harvesting tips. Additional information includes instructions for preserving and storing, along with techniques for making delicious pastes, syrups, vinegar, and butters. If you are new to gardening, have a limited space, or are looking to add fresh herbs to their daily meals, Grow Your Own Herbs is a must-have.




A Clinical Guide to Blending Liquid Herbs


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This clinical guide and practical reference is ideal for those who use and combine liquid herbal remedies for the individual needs of the patient. With three introductory chapters, 125 monographs, and various glossaries and appendices, it covers the fundamental concepts of using liquid herbals, including how the remedies are made, quality issues, and dosage guidelines. The monographs include full prescribing information that covers actions, indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions, interactions, side effects, dosage, traditional usage, pharmacological research, clinical studies, and full references. - Focuses solely on liquid herbal preparations — making it a must-have resource and the only book of its kind. - Covers approximately 125 herb profiles in detail. - Offers the widest range of research-backed information currently available on herbs. - Begins with basic principles to give practitioners confidence in the accuracy and precision of their prescriptions. - Written by one of the leading names in herbal medicine. - Clinically relevant with quick access to dosage information, contraindications, and more.




Evolutionary Herbalism


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Introducing a groundbreaking, holistic approach to the practice and philosophy of herbal healing for the body, spirit, and soul. The first-ever herbalism guide to integrate herbal, medical, and esoteric traditions from around the globe—including astrology, Ayurveda, and alchemy—into one cohesive model. Sajah Popham presents an innovative approach to herbalism that considers the holistic relationship among plants, humans, and the underlying archetypal patterns in Nature. Organized in 5 parts, this work explores a unique integration of clinical herbalism, Ayurveda, medical astrology, spagyric alchemy, and medical and esoteric traditions from across the world into a truly holistic system of plant medicine. A balance of the heart and the mind, and the science and spirit of people and plants, Evolutionary Herbalism provides a holistic context for how plants can be used for transformational levels of healing for the body, spirit, and soul. For both the student herbalist and experienced practitioner, Popham’s original perspectives guide readers to a more intimate, synergistic, and intuitive relationship with the plant kingdom, people, and Nature as a whole.




RED WITCH FLAME - IGNITING PASSION AND POWER THROUGH MAGIC


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Are you seeking inner strength through mystical arts? Interested in discovering how magic can pave the way for personal transformation? Want to learn how to manipulate energies to manifest passion and power in your life? Explore the transformative power of witchcraft in this insightful guide tailored for those keen on harnessing the fiery elements of magic. Discover five key aspects covered in this Book: · Fundamental Theories: An introduction to the essentials of modern witchcraft, explaining how ancient practices can be adapted to enrich your everyday life. · Magical Tools: Detailed guidance on the crucial tools for practicing magic, including talismans, candles, herbs, and spells to enhance your magical workings. · Rituals and Ceremonies: Step-by-step through powerful rituals to invoke passion and power, including ways to channel the energy of nature and elemental spirits. · Personal Development: Strategies to use witchcraft as a tool for personal transformation and self-realization. · Advanced Practice: Advanced techniques for those looking to deepen their magical practice, elevating their skills to extraordinary levels. Through this book, you will be guided on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, learning to utilize the power of the flames to reveal your true strength. This resource is invaluable for anyone looking to transform their life through the power of magic. For those ready to delve into the depths of their soul and unleash a passion that burns from within, this guide is your key to an incredible journey. Experience change, feel the power, and unlock your magical potential. Embrace now the path of witchcraft for strength and transformation, and ignite your passion with every page!




The Essential Herbal for Natural Health


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From tinctures to ease tummy aches to elixirs to enhance energy, making your own remedies from easy-to-find herbs can be a satisfying and pleasurable way to connect with nature and your family's health. While entering the "herb world" can be intimidating—many of today's herb books are filled with cultivation tables, harvest techniques, dye charts, and aromatherapy guidelines—The Essential Herbal for Natural Health provides a welcome entry point for those wishing to experience the beauty and simplicity of natural herbal remedies safely. By focusing on just thirteen foundation herbs, you can easily jump into the world of herbs while still creating a wide range of remedies and recipes. With something for everyone in the family—men, women, and children—these simple recipes can be made to cure coughs, calm anxiety, moisturize skin, and more.




Effects of Psychoactive Chemicals on Commercial Driver Health and Performance: Stimulants, Hypnotics, Nutritional, and Other Supplements


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TRB’s Commercial Truck and Bus Safety Synthesis Program (CTBSSP) Synthesis 19: Effects of Psychoactive Chemicals on Commercial Driver Health and Performance: Stimulants, Hypnotics, Nutritional, and Other Supplements identifies available information and research gaps relating to the use of chemical substances by commercial drivers and is intended to provide up-to-date information to inform decision makers about the near-, mid-, and long-range planning needs for research and educational outreach programs.




Llewellyn's Little Book of Herbs


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Featuring recipes, helpful exercises, practical gardening tips, stories, and advice for creating herbal medicines, this fun, hardcover book is an ideal resource for gardeners and aspiring herbalists. Discover the secrets of planting and growing herbs, identifying the best ones for your goals, and more. Drawing from twenty-six years of experience, herbalist Holly Bellebuono presents a refreshing approach to learning about and using these versatile plants. You'll find lists of herbs suitable for beginners, unusual yet noteworthy herbs, wild herbs to allow to grow, and herbs to avoid planting. This convenient book shows you the wonders of herb use from beginning to end—from seeds and stalks to teas and salves.