Description
Book SynopsisA foundation text on the fundamental principles of Western herbal medicine and how to implement them in practice
Written by two leaders in their field, this book combines the latest in scientific research with the wisdom of ancient traditions to reveal a system of healing that is flexible, supportive, powerful, and kind.
Presenting a view of the body and its systems which is unique to Western herbal medicine, Native Healers provides a clear and comprehensive overview of basic treatment approaches to common conditions and the herbs used to heal them.
This book serves as an informative companion to the Heartwood Foundation Course in Western Herbal Medicine and is an indispensable resource for students, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in herbal medicine.
Table of ContentsPREFACE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE - Drawing from the deep pool: the history, scope and
core principles of herbal medicine in the West 1 History and origins
CHAPTER TWO - Developing knowledge of plants: an introduction to plant science
CHAPTER THREE - The human body: a herbalist’s eye view
CHAPTER FOUR - Native healers: five key plants from the Western herbal tradition
CHAPTER FIVE - Food, nutrition and wellness
CHAPTER SIX - Native healers: five more key plants from the Western herbal tradition
CHAPTER SEVEN - Swimming upstream: common conditions and therapeutic considerations
CHAPTER EIGHT - Native healers: five more key plants from the Western herbal tradition
CHAPTER NINE - Swimming upstream: common conditions and therapeutic considerations
CHAPTER TEN - Swimming upstream: common conditions and therapeutic considerations
CHAPTER ELEVEN - Swimming upstream: common conditions and therapeutic considerations
CHAPTER TWELVE - Conclusions: the counter-current revisited
GENERAL INDEX
RECIPE INDEX
CASE HISTORY INDEX
