The first complete guide to natural healing properties and uses of the prickly pear cactus • Examines the scientific research promoting the cactus as a natural diabetes and cholesterol medication as well as its use in the treatment of obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, skin ailments, and viral infections • Explores the healing uses of prickly pears from the perspective of doctor, chemist, ethnobotanist, cook, and layman • Includes 24 cactus recipes--from Prickly Pear Bread to Cactus Candy The prickly pear cactus--a plant that has the distinction of being a vegetable, fruit, and flower all in one--is destined to be the next big herbal superstar, following in the footsteps of St. John’s wort and Echinacea, according to author Ran Knishinsky. One of the driving forces behind its popularity is that each part of this plant functions as both food and medicine. It has been a staple in the diets of the people of the southwestern portion of the United States, the Middle East, parts of Europe and Africa, and Central and South America for hundreds of years. Traditionally, the prickly pear cactus has been used as a panacea for over 100 different ailments. More recently, it has been the subject of blood cholesterol research trials sponsored by the American Heart Association. In addition to the results of this research, Knishinsky includes scientific studies on the antiviral properties of the cactus to treat herpes, influenza, and HIV, as well as its use in treating obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, and skin ailments. A resource section details the natural food companies that supply prickly pear cactus and a chapter of recipes offers 24 traditional and modern dishes using the pads and fruit of the cactus.

Prickly Pear Cactus Medicine: Treatments for Diabetes, Cholesterol, and the Immune System

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Knishinsky, Ran

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Inner Traditions

A principios de la década de 1990, las ventas de Prozac superaban las de todos los demás medicamentos contra la depresión tanto en Estados Unidos como en el mercado mundial. En cambio hoy, en Alemania y otros paises de Europa, la hierba de San Juan se recomienda tres veces más que el Prozac para tratar la depresión, y han aparecido muchos otros remedios naturales, menos caros que el Prozac y sin sus numerosos efectos secundarios. Alternativas para el Prozac es el primer libro que presenta un extenso panorama sobre la historia de la hierba de San Juan, los resultados de los estudios médicos y sus aplicaciones clínicas. También es el primero en proporcionar información sobre las demás terapias naturales contra la depresión: la kava, planta medicinal del Pacifico que alivia la tensión y la ansiedad; el aminoácido 5-HTP, que eleva los niveles de la serotonina y de las endorfinas; la homeopatía, que tiene remedios especiales acordes con las diferentes personalidades; el ginkgo; la fenilalanina; la tirosina; y las vitaminas B. Todos estos remedios son invaluables para el mejoramiento de la salud mental. Alternativas para el Prozac habla de manera sencilla y directa sobre la depresión. Es un libro ideal para los consumidores responsables que desean saberlo todo y conocer todas las alternativas antes de decidir lo que más les conviene.

Alternativas para el Prozac: Remedios naturales para la depresion

Mental Health

ITI en Espanol

Complete information on this natural and gentle dietary supplement that is effective in treating a wide range of illnesses. Contains complete, up-to-date information on choosing the appropriate clay and how to use it for specific ailments. Discusses the science and history of clay ingestion and its nutritional value. Resource section includes information on where to buy clay supplements and health products. An exceptional source of minerals, clay has been ingested as a nutritional supplement and detoxifier throughout the world for thousands of years. This book reveals the benefits of that ancient wisdom and the use of clay powders, capsules, or liquid gels to address numerous problems. Naturally absorbent and extremely gentle on the system, clay can treat ailments affecting digestion, circulation, menstruation, and the liver, skin, and prostate. Clay also remedies symptoms of arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, gum diseases, and migraines. The Clay Cure contains complete and up-to-date information on choosing the appropriate type and form of clay, how and when to take it for your specific complaint, the science and history of ingesting clay, and the value of minerals contained in the many varieties of clay.

The Clay Cure : Natural Healing from the Earth

Alternative Medicine

Healing Arts Press

• A comprehensive guide to the use of St. John's wort and other alternative therapies for treatment of depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders
 • Offers a comprehensive look at St. John's wort--the most significant natural remedy for depression--including its history in herbalism, current clinical uses, safety, and side effects
 • Discusses other natural alternatives such as Kava, Melatonin, and 5-HTP as treatment options to depression
 In the early 1990s the sale of Prozac exceeded the sale of all other antidepressant drugs in both American and world markets. But today St. John's wort is recommended 3 to 1 over Prozac as a primary treatment for depression in European countries such as Germany--and its sales continue to skyrocket in the United States. Safe, all-natural, and less expensive than synthetic drugs, St. John's wort is the ideal natural therapy for many people's depression, anxiety, and other related mood disorders. 
The Prozac Alternative offers a comprehensive look at St. John's wort, including its history in herbalism, current clinical uses, and safety and side effects, as well as how it compares with other natural alternatives such as Kava, Melatonin, and 5-HTP. It also discusses other uses of these natural substances as treatment alternatives to Western medicine for a variety of medical conditions.

The Prozac Alternative: Natural Relief from Depression with St. John's Wort, Kava, Ginkgo, 5-HTP, Homeopathy, and Other Alternative Therapies

Conscious Parenting

Gilly, Gil E.

Parenting & Relationships

Hohm Pr

La primera guía completa a los usos y las propiedades naturales de sanación del nopal • Examina las investigaciones científicas que promueven el nopal como un remedio natural para la diabetes y el colesterol y analiza además su uso en el tratamiento de la obesidad, los trastornos gastrointestinales, las afecciones de la piel y las infecciones virales • Incluye 24 recetas con el nopal, desde el pan de tuna hasta el caramelo de nopal El nopal --una planta que tiene la distinción de ser al mismo tiempo hortaliza, fruta y flor-- está destinado a ser la próxima gran superestrella de los remedios botánicos, como lo han sido la hierba de San Juan y la equinácea. Desde hace cientos de años ha sido un alimento básico en las dietas de los pueblos de la región suroeste de los Estados Unidos, del Oriente Medio, partes de Europa y África y América Central y del Sur, y se ha utilizado como panacea para más de cien dolencias distintas. Más recientemente, ha sido objeto de pruebas e investigaciones relacionadas con el nivel de colesterol en sangre, patrocinadas por la Asociación Estadounidense de Cardiología, y se utiliza en el tratamiento de la obesidad, trastornos gastrointestinales y afecciones de la piel. El libro contiene una sección en la que se detallan los productores de alimentos naturales que distribuyen el nopal, así como un capítulo de recetas en el que se presentan 24 platos tradicionales y modernos en los que se utilizan las tunas y nopales.

Usos médicos del nopal: Tratamientos para la diabetes, el colesterol y el sistema inmunológico (Spanish Edition)

Reveals how to eat clay for health and well-being * Explores the science and long history behind eating clay, citing many clinical studies on the beneficial effects of clay consumption * Explains how clay can be used for detoxification, protection, and nutritional supplementation * Details how to select the appropriate type and form of clay, how and when to consume, and how to purchase a high-quality clay product An exceptional detoxification agent, clay has been ingested as a traditional remedy and nutritional supplement throughout the world for thousands of years. It is still eaten on a daily basis by more than 200 cultures worldwide for better digestion, internal protection, and overall well-being. In this revised and expanded edition of The Clay Cure, Ran Knishinsky explores the science and history behind eating clay, citing many clinical studies on the beneficial effects of clay consumption and revealing that clay eating is neither a crazy nor an aberrant behavior. He details how clay can be used as a protectant and detoxicant. He explains how clay is naturally absorbent and extremely gentle on the system and reveals how it's safe to use, even during pregnancy. He also explores the newest scientific research around its detoxifying properties, antibacterial and antiviral effects, its potential use in obesity, and its role in the treatment of a handful of gastrointestinal conditions. The author examines the extraordinarily rich mineral content of clay and its benefits throughout the body. He details how to select the appropriate type and form of clay, when to consume, and how to purchase a high-quality clay product. Revealing how eating clay can truly benefit your health, this practical guide details everything you need to know about healing with Earth's oldest natural remedy.

Healing with Clay: A Practical Guide to Earth's Oldest Natural Remedy

Diets & Weight Loss

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