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The everything guide to herbal remedies : an easy-to-use reference for natural health care / Martha Schindler Connors with Larry Altshuler.

by Connors, Martha Schindler.

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Avon, Mass. : Adams Media, c2009.

Herbs -- Therapeutic use.

9781598699883 (pbk.) :

1598699881 (pbk.) :

Everything series.

xii, 292 p. ; 24 cm.

Top ten ways to ease herbs into your health care routine -- Introduction -- I. What is herbal medicine? (The history of herbal healing -- Principles and traditions -- The chemistry of plants -- The evolution of herbal medicine -- How herbs can complement conventional medicine -- Other healing (herbal) modalities -- Healing foods -- Why herbal medicine works) -- 2. Herbs and their actions (Types of herbs -- Tonics and adaptogens -- Analgesics : natural pain relief -- Fighting inflammation -- Infection-fighting antimicrobials -- Herbal antioxidants -- Herbs to aid digestion -- Natural cough relief -- Sedatives and stimulants -- Mood boosters) -- 3. Herbs for women (Women are different -- Herbs for women's health -- Breast health -- Menstrual issues -- Female-specific infections -- Sexual health and fertility -- Pregnancy -- Menopause) -- 4. Herbs for men (Men are different -- Men's herbalism -- Sexual functioning -- Fertility and infertility -- Prostate health -- Sleep problems) -- 5. Older adults (Living longer, and better? -- Seniors and health -- Cardiovascular concerns -- Maintaining your vision -- Healthy bones and joints -- Keeping your mind sharp) -- 6. Caring for kids (Children and herbal remedies -- Common kids' concerns -- Bringing up Baby -- Children's skin conditions -- Tips for toddlers -- Emotional and behavioral problems -- Kids, colds, and flu -- Other childhood infections -- The grade school years -- Teenagers) -- 7. Chronic diseases and conditions (The problem of chronic disease -- How herbs can help -- Cardiovascular disease -- The epidemic of diabetes -- Liver disease -- Cancer -- "Mystery" diseases) -- 8. Treating aches and pains (The anatomy of an injury -- Herbal helpers -- Chronic inflammation -- Back pain -- Muscle aches, sprains, and strains -- Headaches) -- 9. Taming allergies and asthma (What's behind the symptoms? -- The allergic response -- Allergic rhinitis -- Skin allergies -- Food allergies -- Asthma) -- 10. Managing psychological and emotional issues (A complex problem -- The mind/body connection -- Conventional versus herbal treatment -- Handling stress -- Halting anxiety -- Depression and other mood disorders -- Attention difficulties -- Alcohol and other addictions).

11. Improving digestion (The details of digestion -- Acid indigestion and heartburn -- Ulcers -- Gas and flatulence -- Constipation -- Diarrhea -- Nausea and vomiting -- Food intolerances -- Chronic digestive disorders) -- 12. Strengthening immunity (Immunity and the immune response -- Immune function and disease -- Herbs : your immune system's best friend -- Sneezes, sniffles, and sore throats -- Common viral infections -- Bacterial infections -- Fungal infections -- Immunodeficiency disorders) -- 13. The herbal medicine chest (Building a better medicine chest -- Pain relievers -- Better cold and flu remedies -- Tummy treatments -- Preventing sunburns -- Beating sleeplessness -- Soothing skin inflammation -- Oral care) -- 14. Emergencies and first aid (Hurry! Do something! -- Herbal alternatives -- Bumps and bruises -- Burns and sunburns -- The travails of travel -- Scrapes, cuts, and other abrasions -- Sprains and strains -- Itching and scratching) -- 15. Self-care and beauty (How herbs can help your looks -- Healthy hair 101 -- Basic, and better, hair care -- Coloring and styling -- Dealing with dandruff -- Too oily? Too dry? -- Halting hair loss -- Acne and oily skin -- Saving face) -- 16. Diet, exercise, and weight management (Weight (and overweight) -- You do the math -- Herbs for weight loss -- Building strength and endurance -- Energy to burn -- Herbs and a healthy diet) -- 17. Safety and efficacy (Regulation : who's minding the (herb) store? -- What is, and isn't, on the label -- Research and scientific proof -- The question of standardization -- Medical concerns -- Special groups -- Actions and interactions -- The issues of allergies -- How to stay safe) -- 18. Putting herbs to work (How herbs are sold -- Many considerations -- Know what the pros know -- Smart shopping -- Working with a professional -- Putting the pieces together -- Practical advice) -- 19. Making your own herbal remedies (Homemade healing -- Therapeutic teas -- Sweet-tasting syrups -- Tinctures -- Infused oils and ointments -- Beauty blends) -- Appendix A. Common health concerns ; Appendix B. Popular herbs A-Z.

Explains the background and practical usage of herbs and herbal preparations, as well as tips on buying herbs and herbal products. Readers will also learn how to use herbs and plants to strengthen immunity, ease hormonal mood swings, and even create natural beauty products. Also features sections on the use of herbal medicines for women, children, and older adults.

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