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Dr. Gillian McKeith's Shopping Guide: How, where and why to shop healthy Put Dr Gillian's healthy-eating philosophy into practice with this pocket-sized companion. Gone are the days of scouring the aisles for aduki beans and nettle tea. With detailed lists of what to buy and where to shop, this essential guide contains all you need to know for finding the super foods and drinks that will lead to a new you. Includes a helpful food star-ratings system; a no-go food reminder to keep you away from the snack aisles; tips on incorporating unusual foods into your diet; how to go organic without breaking the bank; eating healthily on the run; free notepad.
RRP £6.99 - reduced to £4.99 while stocks last
Amberwood Books
Herbal
First Aid: Herbal First Aid in the home, using plant medicines, is
what this little book is all about. For the many people looking for a more
gentle way to cope with everyday ailments and injury, this book is suitable for
the modern medical chest. The author is the first medical herbalist to be
attached to a NHS hospital.
£3.50
Plant
Medicine – a Guide for Home Use: A simple guide explaining the
properties of plant medicines and how to use them. Written by a qualified
medical herbalist, this authoritative book provides sound advice on plant
medicine and traditional remedies. As more and more people seek alternatives to
chemical drugs, interest in natural remedies increases.
£2.99
Phytotherapy
– 50 Vital Herbs: A fascinating read for lovers of herbal medicine.
Fifty of the most useful plants available for self-medication are examined for
best use, safety and efficacy. Recommended for people who want to learn about
medicinal herbs, this is a truly valuable book. It is beautifully written,
informative, and provides useful tips at the end of each profile.
£6.99
Herbal
Teas: Over the last five years sales of herbal teas have increased
by over 100%. Never has the demand for information been so great. Written by the
past President of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists this little book
contains all there is to know about herbal teas and their medicinal effects. It
explains how to make a tea correctly, which herbs to select, and their health
benefits.
£3.50
Herbal
Medicine for Children: A simple, easy to understand guide for
parents who want to know about herbal medicine and appropriate natural treatment
for their children. The author is a mother and medical herbalist and her
understanding of childhood illnesses is clear.
£6.99
Herbal
Medicine for the Menopause: This is an easy to understand reference
guide to tried and tested herbs for the menopause according to symptoms. Clear
guidelines are provided on self-help measures and a line is drawn indicating
when it becomes advisible to consult a qualified practitioner. Herbal Medicine
for the Menopause is a valuable asset to add to your bookshelf.
£5.99
Herbal
Medicine for Dogs: So many dog owners would love to know how to use
herbs to help their pets stay healthy. The author Mary Boughton is a
manufacturer of veterinary herbal medicine and has been involved with herbs and
dogs all of her life. A dog owners ‘must have’ or ideal present for a precious
pet.
£5.99
Herbal
Medicine for Sleep and Relaxation: An expertly written book and
simple guide to natural sedatives. The author draws on the latest research and
gives a comprehensive analysis of the medicinal properties of herbs used to
promote relaxation and sleep. Valerian, Passiflora, Hops, Motherwort, Chamomile,
Lemon Balm and Californian Poppy are discussed along with appropriate use.
£2.99
CURRENTLY OUT OF PRINT
Ginkgo
biloba – Ancient Medicine: Ginkgo is a herb enjoying phenomenal
popularity. Annual European sales exceed $500 million. In Germany 5 million
prescriptions are written for Ginkgo every year. Dr. Desmond Corrigan examines
the medical research supporting the benefits for sufferers of memory loss,
confusion, lack of concentration, strokes, vascular diseases and other symptoms.
£2.99
The Baby Book
Aromatherapy is used in the home for health and well-being. Understanding safety
issues is important but never more so than when babies and infants are involved.
This delightful book makes the therapy practical for parents to use with their
children from birth. Good safe advice and the pleasure for baby and mum that can
come from massage is covered in detail. The perfect present when a new baby
arrives.
£3.99
The Pregnancy Book
Midwife Jenny Supper has many years experience of bringing new people into the world. Her book deals
with making the birthing process pleasurable by using beautiful aromas to calm
tension and for natural pain relief. With hilarious cartoons and a section on
'the pregnant dad', this book combines fun with serious information for 'mums
and dads to be'.
£5.99
Aromatherapy
- a guide for home use: a best selling beginners guide to the art and science of
aromatherapy. Includes sections on the individual oils and easy-reference
ailments index. All you need to know to enjoy the health and psychological
benefits of pure essential oils
£1.99
Aromatherapy
- Simply for You: A simple and thorough guide to aromatherapy. Easy reference
chapters explain everything from purchase and storage of essential oils to the
beneficial effects to be had from their use. A perfect book for beginners.
£2.99
Aromatherapy
for Healthy Legs and Feet: An illustrated reference book providing
both the lay person and aromatherapists alike with a comprehensive guide to
using pure essential oils in the treatment of afflictions of the legs and feet.
Includes illustrated massage instructions and sections on cellulite, varicose
veins and swollen ankles.
£2.99
Aromatherapy
– a Nurses Guide for Women: This guide concentrates on women’s
health. Clear and concise information is given on the use of essential oils to
promote good health. Easy reference guides provide comprehensive information
enabling the recognition of symptoms of ailments affecting women.
£2.99
"SO, WHAT DO YOU EAT?"
by Liz Cook
£12.95
WALL CHARTS
These useful wallcharts are beautifully illustrated in full colour and have a wipe-clean surface. Guaranteed to brighten up any wall.
You and Your Dog
This
chart is an at-a-glance reference and reminder of the guidelines that help you,
your family and your dog create a happy and stress-free relationship. Based on
understanding a dog's needs and behaviour, this wallchart is ideal for children,
new dog owners or just for general support for anyone. 88cm x
18cm
£4.95
Natural
First Aid Remedies
From cuts and bruises to verrucas and warts this chart will show you proven natural first aid remedies. It covers everything from the well known - arnica for bruises, to the unusual - banana skins for warts!
88cm x 18cm
£4.95
Nutritional Wall Chart
A highly informative chart giving details of which foods one should eat to obtain the necessary vitamins, minerals, fibre, carbohydrates, protein and essential fatty acids. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
18cm x 88cm
£4.95
The Rainbow Food Activity Chart
Specially for the kids, this will help ensure their daily intake of the nutritious fruit & veg colour groups in the recommended five portions a day. This chart comes with reusable stickers (seven each of five different designs) and the aim is for each child to put one sticker in each colour group each day. 18cm x 88cm.
£5.10
Yoga Chart
Work your way through the exercises and see the difference! 18cm x 88cm
£4.95
A Woman's Healing Herbs
Lavishly illustrated chart with information on which herbs should be used for a wide range of women's conditions. 18cm x 88cm
£4.95
Natural
Cleaning Solutions
Natural, simple and effective cleaning ideas for your home that are better for the environment and for you.
£4.95