Shea Butter
Shea Butter

Author: W.G. Goreja

Publisher: TNC International Inc

Published: 2004-12

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9780974296258

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In the most up-to-date book of its kind, we share one of the African continents best-kept natural beauty secrets: shea butter. Shea butter is one of the mostif not the mostnourishing, healing, and anti-aging moisturizers available. And yet its positive attributes dont stop with external use. Shea has been part of Africas ancient healing systems for many thousands of years to control parasites among many other health applications; better yet, shea is completely natural. Discover the fascinating history of shea butter as we discuss its importance in traditional African health care and everyday life. See how the latest clinical studies are proving the benefit of shea oils as potential dietary supplements. Most importantly, however, you will learn how daily use of shea delivers myriad benefits to your skin. As you will see, breaking clinical data verifies the ancient and modern claims of skin that is more youthful, smoother, brighter, and more supple when treated with this natural, cost-effective, fast-acting oil. Listen to the story of shea: an amazing substance whose ancient pedigree is finding new uses and is winning the hearts of those who seek greater health and deeper beauty.

Shea Butter Republic
Shea Butter Republic

Author: Brenda Chalfin

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-06-01

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1135944660

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Shea butter (butyrospermin parkii) has been produced and sold by rural West African women and circulated on the world market as a raw material for more than a century. Shea butter has been used for cooking, making soap and candles, leatherworking, dying, as a medical and beauty aid, and most significantly, as a substitute for cocoa butter in chocolate production. Now sold in exclusive shops as a high-priced cosmetic and medicinal product, it caters to the desire of cosmopolitan customers worldwide for luxury and exotic self-indulgence. This ethnographic study traces shea from a pre- to post-industrial commodity to provide a deeper understanding of emerging trends in tropical commoditization, consumption, global economic restructuring and rural livelihoods. Also inlcludes seven maps.

Little House Living
Little House Living

Author: Merissa A. Alink

Publisher: Gallery Books

Published: 2021-02-23

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 198217899X

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The immensely popular blogger behind Little House Living provides a timeless and “heartwarming guide to modern homesteading” (BookPage) that will inspire you to live your life simply and frugally—perfect for fans of The Pioneer Woman and The Hands-On Home. Shortly after getting married, Merissa Alink and her husband found themselves with nothing in their pantry but a package of spaghetti and some breadcrumbs. Their life had seemingly hit rock bottom, and it was only after a touching act of charity that they were able to get back on their feet again. Inspired by this gesture of kindness as well as the beloved Little House on the Prairie books, Merissa was determined to live an entirely made-from-scratch life, and as a result, she rescued her household budget—saving thousands of dollars a year. Now, she reveals the powerful and moving lessons she’s learned after years of homesteading, homemaking, and cooking from scratch. Filled with charm, practical advice, and gorgeous full-color photographs, Merissa shares everything from tips on budgeting to natural, easy-to-make recipes for taco seasoning mix, sunscreen, lemon poppy hand scrub, furniture polish, and much more. Inviting and charming, Little House Living is the epitome of heartland warmth and prairie inspiration.

Make It Up
Make It Up

Author: Marie Rayma

Publisher: Running Press Adult

Published: 2016-12-27

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 0762461179

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Ever think of making your own beauty products -- handmade, high performance, healthy alternatives to just about every chemical laden product you currently put on your face and body? It's easier than you think! In Make It Up author Marie Rayma shares the recipes she has developed through years of trial, error, and testing to come up with the very best. This is real makeup and skincare: bright lipsticks, quality mineral powders, long-wearing eyeliners, and masks and cleansers that yield results. Rayma walks you through natural ingredients available online or at health food stores. These awesome oils, butters, clays, and minerals will replace the petroleum products, artificial colors, and lab-created mystery fragrances that have untold effects on our bodies. Products can be tailored for individual needs -- from swapping out ingredients not suitable for sensitive skin to whipping up the perfect colors suited for any complexion. With easy-to-follow instruction, Make It Up provides more than 40 essential cosmetics and skin care projects so you can make just what you want, when you need it.

Shea Butter Republic
Shea Butter Republic

Author: Brenda Chalfin

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780415944618

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First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Lost Crops of Africa
Lost Crops of Africa

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2006-10-27

Total Pages: 378

ISBN-13: 0309164540

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This report is the second in a series of three evaluating underexploited African plant resources that could help broaden and secure Africa's food supply. The volume describes the characteristics of 18 little-known indigenous African vegetables (including tubers and legumes) that have potential as food- and cash-crops but are typically overlooked by scientists and policymakers and in the world at large. The book assesses the potential of each vegetable to help overcome malnutrition, boost food security, foster rural development, and create sustainable landcare in Africa. Each species is described in a separate chapter, based on information gathered from and verified by a pool of experts throughout the world. Volume I describes African grains and Volume III African fruits.

The Prairie Homestead Cookbook
The Prairie Homestead Cookbook

Author: Jill Winger

Publisher: Flatiron Books

Published: 2019-04-02

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1250305942

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Jill Winger, creator of the award-winning blog The Prairie Homestead, introduces her debut The Prairie Homestead Cookbook, including 100+ delicious, wholesome recipes made with fresh ingredients to bring the flavors and spirit of homestead cooking to any kitchen table. With a foreword by bestselling author Joel Salatin The Pioneer Woman Cooks meets 100 Days of Real Food, on the Wyoming prairie. While Jill produces much of her own food on her Wyoming ranch, you don’t have to grow all—or even any—of your own food to cook and eat like a homesteader. Jill teaches people how to make delicious traditional American comfort food recipes with whole ingredients and shows that you don’t have to use obscure items to enjoy this lifestyle. And as a busy mother of three, Jill knows how to make recipes easy and delicious for all ages. "Jill takes you on an insightful and delicious journey of becoming a homesteader. This book is packed with so much easy to follow, practical, hands-on information about steps you can take towards integrating homesteading into your life. It is packed full of exciting and mouth-watering recipes and heartwarming stories of her unique adventure into homesteading. These recipes are ones I know I will be using regularly in my kitchen." - Eve Kilcher These 109 recipes include her family’s favorites, with maple-glazed pork chops, butternut Alfredo pasta, and browned butter skillet corn. Jill also shares 17 bonus recipes for homemade sauces, salt rubs, sour cream, and the like—staples that many people are surprised to learn you can make yourself. Beyond these recipes, The Prairie Homestead Cookbook shares the tools and tips Jill has learned from life on the homestead, like how to churn your own butter, feed a family on a budget, and experience all the fulfilling satisfaction of a DIY lifestyle.

More Than a Hair Journey
More Than a Hair Journey

Author: Keisha Charmaine Felix

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-03-05

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781540380814

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Keisha takes you along her natural hair journey, which became her self-love journey, through teachable memoirs. Offering her perspective on a black woman's experience with family, friendships, relationships and most importantly self-love, Keisha bares it all. The role hair plays in a black woman's life is major; it impacts her confidence, sense of beauty and self-esteem. Read how transitioning from chemically straightened hair to natural locs (commonly referred to as dreadlocks or dreads) can open a black woman's eyes to her true self. Get some of Keisha's tips on nurturing your self-love and learn all about cultivating and maintaining locs. You will find Keisha Charmaine's hair tutorials on www.youtube.com/KeishaCharmaine Follow Keisha Charmaine on Instagram and twitter, @killadoesthat

Shea Body Butter Recipes for Beginners: Unlock the True Power of Shea Butter With Fantastic Natural Recipes (Body Butter Recipes for Beginners)
Shea Body Butter Recipes for Beginners: Unlock the True Power of Shea Butter With Fantastic Natural Recipes (Body Butter Recipes for Beginners)

Author: Jamie Matthews

Publisher: KMT Publishing

Published:

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13:

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Discover the Magic of Shea Butter Anyone who has ever tried body butter knows the luscious, skin-softening properties it possesses. Unfortunately, commercial body butter typically comes along with a high price tag and chemical ingredients that you wouldn’t want to place on your skin. For those interested in a better option, make your own homemade Shea body butter! Taking the do-it-yourself approach allows you complete control over the ingredients while still fitting into even the tightest budget. Why Make Homemade Shea Body Butter? Here's a look at just some of the reasons why you'll find this book to be an amazing guide for you: •You know every ingredient that’s inside •You know how the body butter has been made. •You can create your own custom body butters tailored to your needs •Recipes typically only take a few minutes to prepare •You can use all natural ingredients •Save money •Give as gifts •Most important, It’s fun, easy, and it really doesn’t require much effort at all. DOWNLOAD: Shea Body Butter Recipes Here is a preview of what you'll find out inside: Introduction •Body Butter 101 •Why Skincare Is Important •What is Shea Butter •Benefits of Shea Body Butter •Why Make Your Own Body Butters? •How to Use Body Butter •Body Butter Basic Tools & Equipment •Base Ingredients for Your Body Butters •Simple Shea Butter Recipes •Comprehensive List of Resources •And much, much more! Would You Like to Know More? Scroll to the top of the page and select the "Buy" button to instantly download your copy today Tags: shea butter, body butter, essential oils, healthy skin, skin care, body butter for beginners, essential oils books, essential oils for beginners

Cocoa Butter and Related Compounds
Cocoa Butter and Related Compounds

Author: Nissim Garti

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2015-08-24

Total Pages: 540

ISBN-13: 012804344X

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This book covers the progress of the last 10 years of studies on cocoa butter. Descriptions of several aspects, including physical characteristics such as rheology, hardness, melt profiles, etc., studied by new and advanced techniques are included. Similarly, the polymorphism of cocoa butter is reconsidered in light of studies done by synchrotron DSC, FTIR, and SAXS techniques. These data are complemented by new understandings on the cause of the crystallization and transitions of the polymorphs. Other aspects such as the effect of minor components, emulsifiers, and other fats are discussed in great detail in this book. - Brings together all that is known about cocoa butter into one book - Describes physical characteristics of cocoa butter including rheology, hardness, and melt profiles - Reconsiders polymorphism of cocoa butter in light of recent studies by various analytical techniques - Presents new understandings on the cause of crystallization and transitions of polymorphs