Essentials of Traditional Chinese Pediatrics
Essentials of Traditional Chinese Pediatrics systematically expounds the basic knowledge of traditional Chinese pediatrics, and the differentiation of syndromes and treatment of children’s diseases. Chinese herbal medicine is the main method of treatment. In order to enhance the therapeutic effects, acupuncture and Chinese massage therapy are also introduced according to actual conditions.
The herbal recipes introduced in here are classical and secret recipes from imperial palaces in ancient China. It was recorded that because of using some of the recipes, Empress Dowager Cixi in the Qing Dynasty still had thick and beautiful hair when she was more than 70 years old. These natural herbal recipes can help clean and nourish the hair and scalp to make the hair texture smoother and softer, enhance natural hair color, stop itching, and prevent dandruff and scalp diseases. Some can prevent and heal hair loss, treat baldness, and boost hair growth. Some recipes can be used to heal carbuncles on the head. These recipes are selected and translated from ancient classical Chinese medicine books including Imperial Herbal Formulas (Yu Yao Yuan Fang), Taiping Benevolent Prescriptions (Tai Ping Sheng Hui Fang), and Prescriptions for Caring All People (Pu Ji Fang). These recipes have been proven useful for hundreds of years by billions of people. Historical backgrounds of the recipes are introduced. Explanations in terms of Chinese medicine theories are provided for each recipe. Scientific studies of the herbal ingredients in each recipe are reviewed.
The Complete Book of Flower Essences 48 Natural and Beautiful Ways to Heal Yourself and Your Life
First codified by Edward Bach, a licensed physician in the early 20th century, flower essences are increasingly popular for use in holistic healing. Here Rhonda PallasDowney explores the healing power of flower essences and their relationship to the chakras, and the relationship of the chakras to the endocrine system, taking into account both the physical and psychological aspects of the subject. This book, complete with dozens of color photos, makes sense of the four elements, the senses, Chinese herbal medicine, and the integration of the whole person. The last section of the book describes the 48 whole-plant flower essences.
Herbal recipes for nose care are to improve its adaptation to climate changes. These recipes are designed for specific problems, such as red nose syndrome and rosacea. Herbal recipes for lip care are to moisturize and protect dry and cracked lips through natural ways, and healing lip problems such as cold sores. Many of the herbs can also be used for aromatherapy. These recipes are selected and translated from ancient classical Chinese medicine books including Compendium of Materia Medica (Ben Cao Gang Mu), Medical Secrets of An Official (Wai Tai Mi Yao), and Prescriptions for Caring All People (Pu Ji Fang). These recipes have been proven useful for hundreds of years by billions of people. Historical backgrounds of the recipes are introduced. Explanations in terms of Chinese medicine theories are provided for each recipe. Scientific studies of the herbal ingredients in each recipe are reviewed.
