Rongoa - Medicinal Books
Te Rongoa Maori MedicinePip Williams spent his life observing and recording the use by local Maori of native plants for medical purposes. This book brings together his observations on 43 New Zealand plants and the health problems they were used to treat, colourfully interspersed with anecdotal evidence and beautifully illustrated with watercolours and engravings. Much of the information was told to the author by kuia and kaumatua over 40 years ago.
Herbal Paradise in 7 Days (Instant download ebook)
"Discover How To Spice Up Your Food, Your Health And Your Life Using These Magical Plants."
"Herbal Paradise in 7 Days" is a 77-page downloadable e-Book, jam-packed cover to cover with all the age-old wisdom of herb gardening that has failed to pass to our generations.
It is also a comprehensive yet easy-to-read reference after many, many hours of interviews with veteran herb gardeners (yes, all the grandmothers), study of numerous technical books in the library, as well as the latest, cutting-edge planting and designing techniques from gardening magazines and journals; and of course, the sharing of my own personal experience after years of experiments and trial and error.
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Explores state of the art developments in the field of botonical medicine, including ethnobotany, new technologies, and the latest applications to modern medicine.
"Medicinal Plants of the World" is a comprehensive and scientifically accurate guide to the best-known and most important medicinal plants. The book includes descriptions of more than 300 medicinal plants and their close relatives. Each entry gives a short summary with a description of the plant, the geographical origin, therapeutic category, historical and modern uses, active ingredients, and pharmacological effects. More than 500 full-color photographs assist in the identification of the plants. It is an essential reference guide for health care professionals - doctors, nurses, and especially pharmacists - or anyone with an interest in medicinal plants and their uses. » Buy now
An easy to understand introduction to the organic chemistry of medicinal plants.
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ForewordPreface1. Introduction to Phytochemistry2. Phenols 3. Polyphenols - tannins and flavonoids4. Glycosides5. Terpenes6. Triterpenoids and saponins7. Essential oils and resins8. Fixed oils and alkamides9. Polysaccharides10. AlkaloidsIndex...» Buy now
Nearly all cultures, from ancient times to today, have used plants as a source of medicine. In many developing countries, traditional medicine is still the mainstay of health care and most of the drugs and cures used come from plants. In developed countries many people are turning to herbal remedies. With this widespread use has come the assumption that plants identified as having medicinal qualities will be available on a continuing basis. » Buy now
A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand
Plant Heritage New Zealand looks at the unique characteristics of New Zealand's plants, and what makes them so special. It delves into the origins and evolution of the plants, how they have inspired songs, poems and works of art, Maori myths, stories and proverbs associated with them, and their many uses as a natural resource. Part 2 presents a selection of the plants and looks at classification, names, botanical description, traditional and modern uses, cultural heritage and significance to Maori.
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Plant Heritage New Zealand: Te Whakapapa o nga Rakau
: Interpreting the Special Features of Native Plants
Plant Heritage New Zealand looks at the unique characteristics of New Zealand's plants, and what makes them so special. It delves into the origins and evolution of the plants, how they have inspired songs, poems and works of art, Maori myths, stories and proverbs associated with them, and their many uses as a natural resource. Part 2 presents a selection of the plants and looks at classification, names, botanical description, traditional and modern uses, cultural heritage and significance to Maori. Tony Foster's stunning photos highlight the beauty of the plants, as well as helping with identification. »Buy now
The "Home Made Medicine E-book"
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is a complete encyclopedia of natural remedies, it contains step by step instructions on how to make your own herbal remedies, to treat 100 diseases and injuries. Plus you get recipes, to make your own natural hair and skin care products, as a gift you get an additional section showing you how to make natural, chemical free household cleaners. This e-book has the health communities excited, you will save money and be healthier. Make and sample some of the remedies contained in the FREE DEMO.
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