For thousands of years, Ayurveda has merged the traditional wisdom of eastern medicine, psychology, aesthetics, philosophy, the humanities, and spirituality to form the foundation of a worldview that is today prevalent throughout India. Now, Frank John Ninivaggi introduces one of the oldest medical systems to the West in a manner that is intelligent, understandable, and practical. By moving beyond conventional treatment of symptoms for illnesses such...

"The Korean Herbal Apothecary, written by Qi Alchemy founder, Grace Yoon, addresses herbalism and medicine making from the perspective of Korean ancestral traditions"--

Describes the medicinal uses of a variety of plants that are part of traditional home remedies; provides recipes for combinations that are useful to have handy; and gives scientific explanations of why they all work.

"This is a book about beginning foraging based on classes at Camp Jabberwocky. While it is not a field guide to plants, it invites the reader to incorporate foraging into their life, providing a range of discussion from leaves as foundational food; the basics of roots, seeds, and sprouts; and working with invasive plants, to eating flowers; working with fermentation; and making use of plants for first aid. Profiles are included for some example plants,...

"In recent years, more people than ever have turned to natural remedies for general health and wellbeing, and for help with ailments, from the common cold to arthritis. This comprehensive book of expert advice teaches you how to grow your own herbs, harvest plants from the wild, and process ingredients to create your own cabinet of natural remedies, all with safety in mind. In this updated, expanded, and fully redesigned edition of his bestselling...

"Make your own stain removers, laundry detergent, fabric softeners, window & glass cleaner, room freshener, furniture polish, oven cleaner, throat lozenges, cough medicine, mouthwash, toothpaste, pet supplies, insect repellent, cordials, wines, syrups, teas, baked goods, soap, lip balm, mascara, shaving cream, facial masks, body sprays"--Cover.