"Aromatherapy can be a wonderful, therapeutic way to combat stress, create an enjoyable ambiance at home and achieve total vitality and well-being. In a practical and accessible introduction, experienced aromatherapist Christine Wildwood explains aromatherapy massage techniques and how to mix and blend oils."
"Designed to help the curious newcomer gain a clear understanding of complementary healthcare, Health Essentials is a series of practical books which give the facts you need to know about natural therapies and describe how they work for you. Exceptionally clear and concise, each text is complemented by attractive illustrations. Acupuncture is a holistic therapy which originated in China over 5000 years ago and is now widely practised in the Western world. By inserting very fine needles into specific points on the body, or by burning a herb called moxa on these points, the life force or 'Qi' in the body is stimulated, enabling it to return to health, balance and harmony in body, mind and spirit. In this comprehensive guide, you can learn:- The history and philosophical basis of Chinese medicine; How acupuncture is used as a preventive medicine; How an acupuncturist makes a diagnosis and what to expect in the treatment room; The difference between acupuncture and its system of diagnosis and Western medicine."
""Herbal medicine is enjoying a much deserved revival with more and more people turning to its safe, natural remedies which are free from harmful side-effects." "The most comprehensive and authoritative guide available, this herbal offers clear, step-by-step advice on the use of herbal medicine for the safe treatment of a wide range of complaints. Its unique holistic approach enables you to restore and maintain wellbeing by treating the body as a whole." "Beautifully illustrated with over three hundred full-color pictures, it covers treatment of a wide range of complaints and diseases, gathering herbs and preparing remedies, A-Z herbal featuring more than 200 herbs, and Clear explanations of the body's systems.""
"The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies provides a chapter on each of the eight major alternative therapies: ayurveda, aromatherapy, flower essences, Chinese herbal medicine, herbal medicine, vitamins and minerals, homeopathy and folk remedies. Written by experts in each field, this full-color illustrated book explains everything -- from the ailments the therapies treat to their effects. Each chapter includes practical, cultural and historical background, and up to 60 remedies per therapy. A glossary of terms, lists of contacts and further reading lists round out this essential guide to alternative medicine."
"This guide includes: the history and background of a wide range of alternative therapies; detailed information about what to expect when visiting a therapist; clear step-by-step exercises and self-help instructions; a wide ranging common ailments section,listing both conventional and alternative treatments; a full glossary and reference section. With detailed information on over 50 alternative healing therapies, from the most commonly used to those that are less well known, this sister volume to "The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies" should be of interest to anyone who wants to explore all their options in this sphere. Packed with step-by-step photography, which shows exactly what to expect when visiting a practitioner, historical images, and self-help exercises, this book presents its information clearly and concisely, with cross-referencing between all other sections. There are also caution boxes, which supply appropriate warnings about when to use certain therapies, and an overview of the orthodox perspective on each healing method. With a full section on the most common ailments, this volume provides an accessible and informative reading for those who are familiar with the world of alternative healing and those who come to it for the first time."
"This guide includes: the history and background of a wide range of alternative therapies; detailed information about what to expect when visiting a therapist; clear step-by-step exercises and self-help instructions; a wide ranging common ailments section,listing both conventional and alternative treatments; a full glossary and reference section. With detailed information on over 50 alternative healing therapies, from the most commonly used to those that are less well known, this sister volume to "The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies" should be of interest to anyone who wants to explore all their options in this sphere. Packed with step-by-step photography, which shows exactly what to expect when visiting a practitioner, historical images, and self-help exercises, this book presents its information clearly and concisely, with cross-referencing between all other sections. There are also caution boxes, which supply appropriate warnings about when to use certain therapies, and an overview of the orthodox perspective on each healing method. With a full section on the most common ailments, this volume provides an accessible and informative reading for those who are familiar with the world of alternative healing and those who come to it for the first time."
"Shiatsu, the Japanese healing art, uses pressure applied by fingers, hands, elbows, etc., to stimulate self-healing capabilities. Fully illustrated in color, it shows each step of treatment in photographic sequence."
