A Woman's Book of Herbs
A Woman's Book of Herbs

Author: Elisabeth Brooke

Publisher: Aeon Books

Published: 2018-09-24

Total Pages: 251

ISBN-13: 1911597221

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A Woman's Book of Herbs is an extensive guide to using herbs for healing the mind, body, and spirit. This book is bursting with definitive information on a broad range of herbs including where, when, and how to collect them and the best methods for drying, storing, and preparing them. Readers will also discover herbs' many physical, emotional, and ritual uses, their mythological history and astrological significance, and their main chemical components. Recipes for herbal food, drinks, and medicines are also provided. Infused with the author's empowering holistic approach to healing and backed by her firm belief that women should have an understanding of and control over the causes of ill-health and the variety of healing processes, A Woman's Book of Herbs is a unique and indispensable work. This is a reissue of the much-loved classic, first published in 1992.

A Woman's Book of Herbs
A Woman's Book of Herbs

Author: Deb Soule

Publisher: Citadel Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780806520124

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Herbal remedies passed down through three generations are recounted in this inspirational book, joyfully written for women of all ages. A Woman's Book of Herbs guides you through the process of creating your own medicine chest of botanicals -- from gardening and gathering to preparation, storage, and use. Tinctures, tonics, and teas for a variety of women's health concerns, are featured, including -- Infusions for headaches associated with menstruation -- Relief for chronic vaginal infections -- Herbs for pregnancy and labor-soothing belly oils too! -- An iron-rich syrup for women with anemia -- Herbal support for osteoporosis -- Healing formulas for women who have suffered abuse -- Flower essences for emotional well-being This herbal plants the seeds for overall good health and happiness.

Herbal Healing for Women
Herbal Healing for Women

Author: Rosemary Gladstar

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-04-18

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13: 1501175556

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Simple, safe, and effective herbal home remedies for women of all ages! From menstruation to menopause, learn how to prepare natural treatments for acne, PMS, morning sickness, hot flashes, yeast infections, and more. For centuries women have turned to herbs to cope with a wide variety of health problems and conditions. Comprehensive and easy-to-use, Herbal Healing for Women explains how to create remedies—including teas, tinctures, salves, and ointments—for the common disorders that arise in the different cycles of a woman's life. Covering adolescence, childbearing years, pregnancy and childbirth, and menopause, Rosemary Gladstar teaches how herbs can be used to treat the symptoms of conditions such as acne, PMS, morning sickness, and hot flashes. A complete women's health-care manual, Herbal Healing for Women discusses: -common disorders and the herbs that are effective for treating them -how to select and store herbs -preparation of hundreds of herbal remedies -an alphabetical listing of herbs, including a brief description of the herb, the general medicinal usage, and when necessary, warnings about potential side effects. By explaining the properties of specific herbs and the art of preparation, Rosemary Gladstar demonstrates not only how to achieve healing through herbs but good health as well.

Herbal Remedies for Women
Herbal Remedies for Women

Author: Amanda McQuade Crawford

Publisher: Harmony

Published: 2011-02-02

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 0307778665

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More Women Choosing Herbal Alternatives Now, more than ever before, women are taking control of their own health and vitality by choosing herbal remedies as an alternative to traditional medicine. Because every year there are new research findings that women and their health providers need to know about, author Amanda McQuade Crawford, M.N.I.M.H, has used her clinical expertise to develop Herbal Remedies for Women. “[Amanda] is not afraid to speak the truth about women’s health issues and how herbs can help,” said Deb Soule, author of The Roots of Healing: A Woman’s Book of Herbs. “Her words of wisdom and capacity for caring are a gift to women everywhere.” Herbal medicine is, in fact, fast becoming the alternative medicine of choice. Included in Crawford’s book is a broad spectrum of herbal remedies for various ailments such as chasteberry seed for fibroids as well as dandelion root and leaf for endometriosis. Also included is an herbal glossary and information on herbal preparation which corrects many herbal myths. Organized into six sections, Herbal Remedies for Women is designed to offer readers natural and effective therapies for an array of women’s issues including: ·Problem of Menses ·Healthy Reproduction ·Infections ·The Change of Life Crawford also divides each chapter into subheads which cover: definition of the syndrome, symptoms and signs, cause, conventional medical care, herbal treatment, and nutrition. Whether or not they have previous experience with herbal medicine, Herbal Remedies for Women provides readers with simple but effective remedies for self-healing.

A Woman's Book of Herbs
A Woman's Book of Herbs

Author: Elisabeth Brooke

Publisher: Aeon Books

Published: 2018-09-24

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1911597310

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Bursting with definitive information on a range of herbs, A Woman's Book of Herbs is an extensive guide to their use in healing the mind, body, and spirit:- where, when, and how to collect herbs, and how to dry, store, and prepare them- how to use them: their physical, emotional, and ritual uses- their mythological history and astrological significance- their main chemical components- recipes for food, drinks, and medicinesInfused with the author's empowering holistic approach to healing and her keen sense of importance for women of having understanding and control over the causes of ill-health and the variety of healing processes, A Woman's Book of Herbs is a unique and indispensable work.This is a reissue of the much-loved classic, first published in 1992.

A Woman's Book of Shadows
A Woman's Book of Shadows

Author: Elisabeth Brooke

Publisher: Aeon Books

Published: 2019-04-23

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1911597213

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This book is an irresistible, definitive guide to the magical practices of contemporary women. Beginning with a brief history of witchcraft, it explores a huge range of beliefs, festivals, skills, and lore, including: Goddesses, priestesses, and witches Reincarnation, karma, magic, and power The aura, the chakras, psychic awareness, astral traveling, pathworking, dreamwork, and healing Covens, initiations, collectives, and lone witches The circle, the altar, wands, robes, chalices, incenses, oils, and candles The moon and the planets Sabbats, esbats, solstices, equinoxes, Samhain, Candlemas, Beltane, and Lammas Tarot, scrying, starcraft, and herbal lore Gathering together all the disciplines of European witchcraft and providing rituals and spells for use in our lives, A Woman's Book of Shadows, first published in 1993, is a remarkable compendium of magical lore, psychic skills, and women's mysteries.

Natural Woman
Natural Woman

Author: Leslie Korn

Publisher: Shambhala Publications

Published: 2019-12-17

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 083484253X

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An herbal guide to support physical, mental, and spiritual health for women and their children at all stages of life--by a healer with over 40 years of experience. Plant medicines are a woman's ally to achieve optimal health; they bring balance and nourishment to daily life and can reduce or eliminate symptoms of physical and emotional distress. They can also provide alternatives to many pharmaceuticals. This go-to herbal sourcebook gives women the tools to thrive throughout their lives, with remedies using common herbs and plants to support a healthy body, mind, and spirit. Dr. Leslie Korn brings over forty years of experience in numerous herbal traditions and healing modalities, offering timeless wisdom in this herbal companion that can be shared with friends and passed down in the family for generations. She offers treatments using common and easy-to-obtain herbs to address sleep disorders, menstrual issues, autoimmune conditions, anxiety, headaches and migraines, stomach issues, fertility issues, postpartum recovery, skin ailments, common discomforts that affect children, and much more. Korn also offers herbal guidance for rites of passage, moments of community, psychoactive herbs, and a protocol for end-of-life care, as well as a comprehensive resources section.

The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs
The Complete Illustrated Book of Herbs

Author: Editors at Reader's Digest

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2016-04-12

Total Pages: 939

ISBN-13: 1621453154

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This beautifully illustrated, complete guide to herbs unlocks the secrets of these wonder plants—from planting and harvesting to cooking and storing—including their health benefits. Now you can discover the joy and pleasure of growing your own herbs—for spicing up meals, creating crafts, treating ailments, and more. In this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated herbal guide you’ll find information on their history, cultivation, propagation, and harvesting, along with a wealth of great ideas for using herbs everyday in a variety of ways. This guide unravels the mysteries of these versatile plants, with savvy tips and simple formulas for maximizing their powers. Did you know? · Mint can repel ants, flies, mice, and moths · Garlic can seriously lower cholesterol · Chives, fennel, tarragon, thyme, oregano, and winter savory are perennials · Rosemary was used in the Middle Ages for its tranquilizing effects, and it is still a digestion aid Known for alleviating common ailments, herbs are an ancient natural wonder—herbs are hotter than ever. Extremely informative and fascinating, this book will help you find which herb can treat various complaints. Throughout the guide are instructions for bursting-with-flavor recipes, health-care products, decorative craft ideas, insect repellents, cosmetics, cleaning agents, and much more.

Women's Herbs, Women's Health
Women's Herbs, Women's Health

Author: Christopher Hobbs

Publisher: Book Publishing Company

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 9781570671524

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Women's Herbs, Women's Health is a sourcebook of knowledge about how a woman's body works, the major health issues faced by women, and which herbal remedies can be used as a preventive measure or treatment. Includes information on why herbal treatments result in the least amount of interference in the body's natural rhythm, have the deepest effects, and produces the least amount of side effects.