The Tao of Books Western Herbalism 2

HANDBOOK FOR HERBAL HEALING: A Concise Guide to Herbal Products Ref: 2141

Christopher Hobbs

Hobbs explains how to choose the highest quality herbs and herbal preparations, what dosages to use, and how they should be prepared. The formulary includes herbal combinations for a variety of conditions from acne to insomnia, and full descriptions of 21 of the most popular single herbs. The herbal prescriber covers 170 common conditions and describes how to use the concepts of constitutional herbalism - matching treatment to metabolic type - for optimal results. RARE, out of print.

168pp, 8.5x5.5 ... Paperback
Price: £5.99

HEALING HERB: Rapid Reference Ref: BV32

Brent Davis

Here is an herbal reference guide for holistic health care professionals and informed consumers alike. It is designed to enable on-the-spot choices of herbs which are likely to facilitate healing based on individual characteristics, or "keynotes." Written by an ethnobotanist and clinical practioner of herbalism, it was born out of an appreciation for the work of naturally oriented physicians of the 19th and 20th centuries - as well as the distilled practical wisdom of grandmothers, woman elders, and North and South American shamans.

Brent Davis is an extraordinary herbalist-healer-doctor who has made enormous contributions to our understanding of herbs...His love and appreciation of these healing plants shines through his work as he integrates ideas from many cultures and traditions..I would recommend his formulas and Rapid Reference to any practitioner of the healing arts. - Jay Sandweiss, D.O., Integrative Medicine.

158pp, 8x5½ ... Paperback

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THE HEALING SPIRIT OF PLANTS: An Illustrated Guide to Plant Spirit Medicine Ref: BC32

Clare Harvey & Amanda Cochrane

Plants have invisible essences that can touch our souls and give us spiritual health. This lavish mixture of practical information and ancient lore will bring you into harmony with a mysterious and life-giving world. Through legends and an explanation of the principles of shamanism, you'll come to understand the significance of plant and flower spirits, and how to interpret the message of plants. An explanation of related techniques, such as chakras, meridians and meditation, will guide you as you work with plant spirit medicine - including medicine bundles, smudging, aromatherapy, tinctures, infusions, tisanes and homeopathic preparations.

192pp, 10¾x8¼, illus. ... Hardback
Price: £17.99

HERBAL HEALING: A Practical Introduction to Medicinal Herbs Ref: AG24

Michael Hallowell

A thorough and useful source of knowledge both for herbalists and for those wishing for the first time to learn about the healing power of plants. Gives descriptions and uses of 100 herbs, and includes identification, collection and storage of medicinal plants, making herbal medicines, and dosage tables.

192pp, 8.5x5.5, illus. ... Paperback

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THE HERBALIST Ref: 1735

Joseph Meyer

Originally published in 1918, this newly revised and updated herbal materia medica describes an exceptional variety of herbs and their many uses. Included are the healing properties of herbs, herbal teas, plant sources of vitamins and minerals, herbs for cosmetics, gargles and toothpastes, herbs for potpourri, pomanders and sachets, plant dyes, herbs for food coloring, herbal tobaccos, plant detergents, botanical vinegars, breath sweeteners, wines and cordials, and a whole lot more.

312pp, 7x5.5, illus. ... Paperback
Price: £9.99

HERBS FOR DETOXIFICATION: Pathway to Robust Health Ref: 2803

Karen Bradstreet

This book provides a clear, informative and straight-forward explanation of why herbalists and natural healers recommend regular detoxification of the body. Includes information on: our vital organs of elimination (liver, kidneys, colon, skin) and how to support them in this process; how to deal with a “healing crisis”; fasting; and a wide range of herbs to help and heal.

32pp, 8.5x5.5 ... Paperback

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HERBS TO IMPROVE DIGESTION Ref: 2682

C J Puotinen

Providing strategies for treating causes as well as symptoms, this guide includes more than 60 safe, effective healing herbs, plus 12 steps to a healthier digestive system.

90pp, 7x4.25 ... Paperback

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HERBS TO RELIEVE ARTHRITIS Ref: 2283

C.J.Puotinen

From devil's claw and gotu kola to willow and yucca, details herbs which relieve rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, gently and effectively.

96pp, 6x4 ... ISBN 0879837438 ... Paperback
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THE HONEST HERBAL: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs Ref: 1874
Varro Tyler

Essential botanical information and folkloric uses of herbal remedies are presented in light of both positive and negative uses for therapeutic purposes. Detailed discussions of safety and effectiveness combine with extensive references to make this a complete work. RARE, out of print.

394pp, 8.5x6 ... Paperback
Price: £13.95

KOMBUCHA: Manchurian Tea Mushroom - The Essential Guide Ref: 2471

Christopher Hobbs

This concise guide answers many commonly asked questions such as: Does kombucha have beneficial medicinal effects? Can it help fight cancer and other diseases? What are the traditions and history of kombucha? How is tea made from kombucha? And, most important, Is kombucha safe?

58pp, 8.5x5.5 ... Paperback

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MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS: An Exploration of Tradition, Healing & Culture Ref: 2167

Christopher Hobbs

Medicinal Mushrooms is a modern handbook for exploring and understanding the rich traditions of healing fungi in Eastern and Western cultures. Christopher Hobbs thoroughly documents and details the nutritional and health benefits of over 100 species of edible fungi. Medicinal Mushrooms is the most complete work on the culture, health-promoting, and medicinal uses of mushrooms ever published! Learn how medicinal mushrooms can help prevent and treat Cancer, benefit people with HIV/AIDS, assist people with heart disease, strengthen immune function, nourish eyes and digestion and heal skin ailments.

264pp, 9.5x7, illus. ... Paperback

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A MODERN HERBAL Ref: GT04

Mrs M Grieve

First published in 1931 this encyclopedic work has become one of the enduring classics of herbalism. It describes in detail over 1,000 British and American plants with information on their chemical and medicinal properties, cultivation, appearance, and significance in folklore.

928pp, 9½x6½, illus. ... Hardback

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