Indian Medicine

An extraordinary compilation of legends and rituals about nature's ever-present signs. From the birds that soar above us to the insects beneath our feet, Native American healer Bobby Lake-Thom shows how the creatures of the earth can aid us in healing and self-knowledge.

A vibrant young Hispano woman, Shonnie Medina, inherits a breast-cancer mutation known as BRCA1.185delAG. It is a genetic variant characteristic of Jews. The Medinas knew they were descended from Native Americans and Spanish Catholics, but they did not know that they had Jewish ancestry as well. The mutation most likely sprang from Sephardic Jews hounded by the Spanish Inquisition. The discovery of the gene leads to a fascinating investigation of cultural history and modern genetics by Dr. Harry Ostrer and other experts on the DNA of Jewish populations.

There are many ways you can use Indian medicine to your benefit. Of course, that means you need to understand exactly what Indian medicine is, and this book will teach you exactly that. With a better understanding of Indian medicine, you'll find that you understand a little more about how it was developed as well as how it can help.

This is the true story of how a chance meeting with a young Navajo Indian propels an English traveler out of his professional life and into the world of North American Indian Medicine Men, a world where people genuinely believe that witchcraft can bring ruin, even death, and only the traditional medicine men have the knowledge to lift the curses and restore the sick to health. This is the Second Edition of the acclaimed Meeting the Medicine Men, with much extra material and detail supplied by Charles Langley from his field notes and diaries. As apprentice to the powerful Navajo medicine man...

India has long been known to have originated many powerful Eastern practices, such as yoga and Ayurveda. Central to this philosophy of inner health is the traditional use of natural herbs in all aspects of living. In Herbs of India, discover the culture, history, and traditions that the people of India have long practiced in living balanced lives of wellness.

We all dream of living a healthy and well-balanced life. In today's modern world, we are bombarded with many treatments and remedies that we become confused as to what really works and what doesn't. As much as we would love to try them all, it is not wise to spend our precious time on guesswork. It is important to note that not all herbs will work he same on everyone.

In the present times, natural remedies are gaining momentum. Fruits, vegetables, and herbs can be used for hair care. The best part about them is that they have no side effects and are absolutely inexpensive. Thus, not only are they safe for health, but also turn out to be an economical option. This trend of resorting to home remedies is not new. In fact, they have their origin in ancient times. To deal with hair conditions like dandruff, dry scalp, grey hair, etc., there are plenty of effective natural remedies.

Combat stress, hectic and health problems with delicious recipes and relaxing massages and call it medicine - a wishful thinking? Quite the opposite! No matter what is bothering you: Whether they are sick, simply feel unwell or can no longer cope with all the challenges of the modern world, even if you just want to lose a few kilograms or simply feel good again: Ayurveda helps you to do so. Because this ancient healing art not only combats your aches and pains in a wonderfully individual way, but also brings your body and mind into balance and maintains your health in the long term.

Entdecken Sie das verborgene Wissen der indischen Heilkunde und führen Sie Ihren Körper zu mehr Gesundheit, Entspannung und Vitalität. Sie wollen gesünder leben und zu sich selbst finden? Sie haben Beschwerden und wollen alternative Heilmethoden verstehen und anwenden? Sie haben das Gefühl, dauerhaft gestresst zu sein, sich selbst zu schaden und etwas ändern zu wollen? Dann ist Ayurveda genau richtig!