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A
açai berries 311
acetylcholine 161
Achilles tendonitis 140
acne 92, 98, 102, 103, 111, 151, 176, 179, 193, 194, 195, 197, 200, 202, 206
Addison’s disease 86
After-Dinner Licorice Tea 284
age spots 111
aging 6, 88, 89, 92, 96, 105, 154, 161, 177, 192, 193, 194, 195, 206, 285, 289, 293
alcohol use 72, 73, 129, 131, 135, 146, 160, 248, 249
alertness 105
Alexander technique 240
allergies 95, 101, 124–125, 128, 131, 146, 151, 177, 179, 296
allspice 307
almond oil 154, 165, 180, 195, 201, 202, 203, 215
aloe vera gel 141, 149, 151, 152, 154, 165, 177, 200, 204, 207, 217, 218
aloe vera juice 127, 129, 130, 131, 145, 165
alternative therapies 240
Alzheimer’s disease 80, 88, 97, 110, 111, 160, 161, 169, 178, 281, 305
amber oil 213
amino acids 91, 135, 159, 163, 192, 292
analgesic 95, 103, 143, 144, 145, 176, 280, 285, 289, 301
anaphylactic 153
anemia 84
angelica 91
angina pectoris 137
animal fur 124
anise 169
anorexia 89
ant repellent 272
antacid 264
antiallergic 86
antianxiety 162
antiarthritic 90
antibacterial 83, 85, 87, 88, 91, 92, 95, 98, 101, 103, 105, 107, 110, 122, 148, 176, 179, 195, 198, 200, 206, 260, 301
antibiotics 84, 122, 128, 129, 151
Anti-Bloat Spice Tonic 278, 302
anticlotting 86
antidepressant 105, 107, 134, 162, 163, 179
antiflatulent 84
antifungal 88, 89, 92, 98, 101, 103, 107, 111, 176, 263, 301
anti-inflammatory 81, 84, 85, 86, 87, 89, 93, 94, 95, 101, 103, 105, 106, 107, 110, 112, 128, 129, 136, 139, 142, 143, 144, 145, 168, 178, 214, 280, 282, 283, 285, 289, 293, 298, 301, 303, 305, 308, 311
antimicrobial 84, 91, 93, 99, 103, 105, 110, 111, 113, 129, 177, 214, 260
antioxidant 11, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 99, 100, 106, 108, 110, 111, 113, 120, 122, 125, 128, 129, 135, 137, 154, 161, 168, 177, 193, 198, 200, 206, 214, 278, 280, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 293, 294, 295, 296, 297, 299, 301, 302, 304, 305, 306, 308, 309, 310, 311
antiplatelet 137
antiscorbutic 85
antiseptic 84, 93, 95, 99, 103, 104, 105, 107, 110, 123, 148, 178, 179, 206, 280, 283, 296
antispasmodic 101, 105, 106, 128, 129, 132, 144, 167, 179
Anti-Stress Herbal Tea 286
antiviral 85, 88, 89, 92, 93, 95, 101, 103, 105, 107, 122, 151, 176, 198, 282
anxiety 19, 27, 30, 36, 48, 61, 68, 74, 81, 85, 91, 102, 103, 106, 111, 130, 133, 139, 146, 159, 161, 162, 163, 169, 179, 221, 237, 284, 285, 286, 287, 288, 296
aphrodisiac 107, 110, 112, 179
appetite stimulant 82, 85, 87, 89, 99, 179, 286
apricot kernel oil 217
arch pain 140
aromatherapy 67, 121, 161, 174, 175, 179, 182–183, 191, 193, 305
aromatic herbs 104–107
arteries, hardening of 113, 136, 137
arteriosclerosis 136
arthritis 82, 83, 84, 94, 95, 96, 101, 106, 109, 111, 112, 140, 144, 169, 176, 179, 280, 298, 301, 305
ashwagandha 133, 139, 159, 162, 165, 169, 284, 300, 303
asthma 51, 87, 89, 90, 106, 108, 112, 125, 237, 239, 287
astringent 88, 105, 107, 179, 198–199, 214, 256, 283, 297, 302, 303
athlete’s foot 103, 141, 151, 177
autoimmune 139
Autumn Blend Tonic 289
B
backaches 33, 34, 61, 68, 103, 109, 144–145, 164, 215
bacteria, drug-resistant 113
bacterial infections 85, 88, 110, 131, 150
baking soda 127, 129, 152, 153, 167, 207, 209, 211, 212, 214, 252, 255, 256, 259, 260, 262, 263, 264–269
bananas 167, 205, 308, 309, 310
Basic Turmeric-Milk Tonic 301
basil 82, 117, 127, 139, 145, 151, 152, 179, 183, 278, 293, 299
Basil-Birch Urinary Aid Tonic 299
bath bombs 212–213
bath fizzies 212–213
bath soaks 214
bathroom cleaner 255, 259, 260, 266, 271
bay oil 211
bearberry extract 165
bentonite clay 153
benzodiazepine 162
bergamot oil 25, 104, 181, 183, 211, 213
bergamot orange 104, 181, 211, 213, 215
Berry Belly-Fat-Blaster Smoothie 276, 311
berry oil 213
beta-amyloid 161
beta-sitosterol 135
beverage recipes, Indian and Middle Eastern 304–305
beverage recipes, Latin American 306–307
bioenergetics 241
biofeedback 61
biotin 154
birthing problems 107
bites, insect 83, 152–153, 177, 180, 208, 209
black out 61
black pepper 108, 111, 129, 157, 180, 280, 296, 298
black seed 154
blackberries 295
bladder function 90, 169, 234, 299
bladder issues 86, 102, 126–127, 164, 165, 237, 299
blanket herb 101
bleach 262
bloating 111, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 284, 303
blood pressure 30, 31, 32, 34, 43, 45, 50, 68, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 95, 97, 103, 109, 110, 111, 112, 136, 137, 164, 221, 287, 289, 299
blood purifier 92
blood stain remover 270
blood sugar 82, 85, 95, 101, 110, 136, 139, 146, 169, 281, 293, 304
blood vessels, dilating of 91, 137, 232
blueberries 126, 138, 161, 167, 169, 309, 310, 311
bone density 83, 84, 88, 110, 168
bones, broken 94
boneset 94
bottles, roller-top 180
Bound Angle Pose 36
bouquet garni 89
Bow Pose 43
boxthorn 97
brain function 67, 88, 99, 103, 111, 134, 160, 161, 169, 295
Braxton Hicks contractions 164
breath freshener 84
breathing, mindful 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 56, 57, 60, 64, 67, 68, 71, 75
Bridge Pose 31
buckthorn, sea 130
bugleweed 139
bunions 140
burns 83, 90, 91, 101, 102, 106, 150, 151, 179, 261
butterbur 147
Butterfly Pose 48
C
calcium 82, 84, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 94, 98, 111, 112, 288, 304, 309
calcium deposits 127
calmative 102, 107, 162, 166, 180, 285, 290, 295
Calming Lemon Tisane 285
Camel Pose 50
camphor 177
camphorous oils 183
cancer 72, 80, 84, 85, 88, 89, 95, 106, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 128, 132, 168, 177, 178, 237, 255, 281, 285, 293, 294, 301, 302, 304, 305, 311
Candida albicans 113, 132, 133, 176
candles 25, 60, 70, 71, 191, 255
canola oil 195
capsaicin 108, 109, 137, 143, 145, 147
caraway seeds 129
cardamom 109, 123, 137, 280, 283, 298, 300, 303, 304
cardiovascular health 48, 87, 89, 92, 97, 98, 109, 136–137, 168, 230, 237, 289, 306
carpal tunnel syndrome 29, 239
carpet cleaner 268
carpet deodorizer 262
carrier oils 9, 144, 149, 154, 167, 176, 180, 181, 193, 202, 203, 211
carrot seed oil 205
cashew milk 310
cassia 110
castile soap 194, 196, 197, 218
cat litter deodorizer 266
cat’s claw 151
catnip 152, 166, 167, 285, 290
cavities 149
cayenne pepper 109, 117, 123, 137, 143, 147, 149, 155, 157, 168, 169, 297, 300, 306
cedarwood oil 181, 183, 211, 213, 215
central nervous system 97
chamomile 71, 93, 127, 128, 129, 131, 145, 149, 150, 151, 159, 163, 165, 166, 167, 169, 195, 219, 284, 285, 286, 290, 291, 292, 293
chamomile, Roman 25, 93, 163, 167
chamomile hydrosol 167
chamomile tea rinse 219
charcoal paste 153
charcoal powder 197
chasteberry 288
chemotherapy 100
chickweed 143
Child’s Bedtime Tea 285
Child’s Pose 26
cholera 108
cholesterol 83, 84, 85, 87, 89, 90, 92, 94, 99, 101, 102, 109, 110, 113, 136, 137, 139, 283, 299, 304, 311
chronic fatigue syndrome 169
cinnamon 110, 123, 133, 137, 138, 157, 168, 169, 203, 280, 281, 283, 284, 297, 306, 307
cinnamon oil 181, 183, 197, 203, 213, 215
circulation 14, 40, 49, 67, 72, 87, 92, 94, 104, 105, 108, 119, 137, 141, 150, 156, 160, 161, 177, 178, 179, 221, 228, 229, 238, 281, 285, 299, 301
circumin 122
citric acid 127, 206, 212, 213
citronella 152
citronellol 145
citrus oils 175, 180, 183, 211
clary sage oil 94, 179, 180, 183, 211
clove oil 149, 181, 183, 210, 213, 215
clover flowers, white 288
cloves 110, 111, 148, 169, 176, 282, 284, 285, 307
Cobra Pose 51
cocoa butter 165
coconut, cream of 307
coconut meat 300
coconut oil 139, 140, 147, 151, 154, 165, 167, 178, 180, 193, 195, 199, 201, 202, 203, 207, 208, 212, 217, 219
coffee 137, 196, 197, 213, 249, 257, 265, 268, 278, 306
coffee grounds 197
cold, common 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 91, 92, 93, 95, 98, 101, 103, 104, 105, 106, 109, 110, 122, 123, 176, 215, 281, 283, 289
cold sores 89, 103, 148, 149, 151, 176
coleus forskohlii root 157
compost 115
compress 143, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 183, 195, 247
concentration, improved 49, 96, 161
conditioners 218
congestion 82, 87, 88, 104, 111, 112, 122, 123, 124, 177, 183, 215
constipation 86, 93, 130, 131, 164, 165, 167
COPD 176
Coquito 307
coreopsis 116
coriander seeds 83, 128, 137, 302
coronary disease, 136
cough drops, horehound 122
coughs 86, 87, 97, 103, 112, 122, 123, 183, 281, 283
cramps, menstrual 36, 83, 85, 103, 112, 132, 133
creative power 67
Crescent Lunge 49
cuticle balm 155
cuticle creams 217
cutting board cleaner 176, 259
cypress oil 211
cystoscopy 126
D
dandelion 94, 95, 127, 130, 138, 157, 165, 169
dander 124
Daoism 60
day lilies 116
daydreams 63
decluttering 69
decongestant 122, 123, 124, 178
dehydration 127
dehydrator, solar 119
dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) 134, 135
dementia 97
dental health 148–149
depression 25, 29, 61, 63, 65, 68, 74, 75, 81, 102, 106, 111, 112, 139, 158, 161, 162–163, 169, 179, 221, 281, 286, 292, 293, 301
de-stressing tools 220–221
determination 65
detoxifiers 94, 111, 177, 179, 189, 197, 214, 298, 299, 302, 303
dhyana 57
diabetes 80, 83, 88, 90, 95, 97, 106, 131, 137, 138, 140, 141, 157, 165, 168, 237, 281, 293, 302
diarrhea 30, 45, 84, 87, 88, 89, 110, 130, 131, 167
diffusers 25, 176, 183, 191, 255
digestion 30, 31, 33, 34, 39, 49, 50, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 89, 95, 99, 101, 104, 106, 108, 113, 125, 128, 129, 156, 157, 179, 280, 281, 284, 285, 286, 288, 289, 293, 294, 295, 298, 301, 303, 304, 306, 309
diseases, degenerative 111
dishwasher detergent 264
disinfectant 104, 177, 252, 254, 255, 256
diuretic 83, 85, 94, 104, 105, 107, 108, 110, 111, 126, 169, 289, 299
dopamine 163
Downward Facing Dog 26, 28, 46
drain, unclogging 255, 260, 264, 266, 271
drooling 166
drugs 72, 73, 80, 96, 99, 146, 151, 162
drumming 62
drying frames 119
dust mites 124
dysentery 84
dysmenorrhea 132
dyspepsia 128
E
echinacea 95, 116, 122, 149, 151, 153
eczema 96, 98, 104, 105, 151, 178, 179, 195, 208, 209
effleurage 230
egg facial 205
elder flower 168
elderberry 95, 96, 122, 133, 151
elderberry elixir 122
electrolysis 189
electrolytes 131
endocrine issues 138–139
endometriosis 132
energy booster 26–27, 40, 156, 157, 163, 181, 211, 214, 215, 229, 242, 284, 288
enfleurage 175
enlightenment 9, 17, 21, 54, 60
enzymes 91, 111, 112, 128, 139, 154, 157, 179, 199, 301
epinephrine 163
EpiPen 153
Epsom salt 123, 140, 142, 144, 152, 165, 195, 212, 214, 215
erectile dysfunction 110, 135, 169
erections, enhancing 134
essential oils 8, 9, 25, 60, 78, 80, 120, 171–184
essential oils, blending guidelines 180
estrogen 86, 132, 135, 169, 288
eucalyptus oil 105, 123, 125, 153, 154, 178, 180, 181, 183, 195, 197, 210, 213, 215
evaporated milk 307
evening primrose oil 96, 139, 154
exfoliation 190, 195, 196, 197, 202–203, 206, 208,
expectorant 86, 89, 99, 105, 106, 123
Extended Hand to Foot Pose 47
Extended Puppy Pose 26
eye diseases 84
eye irritations 93, 109, 124, 201
eyestrain 146
F
fabric softener 259
facial balm 100
facial cleansers 194
facial mask 194–195, 200–201, 208
fat, burn 86
fatigue 75, 86, 97, 139, 146, 158, 161, 164, 169
fatty acids 87, 91, 137, 192, 194, 219
fears 74
feet, overpronation 140
female ginseng 91
fennel seeds 129, 167, 282, 288, 302
fenugreek seeds 130, 137, 139, 144, 165
fermentation 121
fertility 88
ferula asafoetida 134
fever 85, 88, 97, 103, 109, 144, 167, 166
fiber 84, 87, 94, 99, 101, 111, 128, 130, 138, 299, 302, 308, 310
fibroids 132
fibromyalgia 239
fight infection 113
Firelog Pose 36
Fish Pose 38
flame retardants 255
flavonoids 84, 86, 88, 92, 95, 125, 137, 151, 161, 163, 177
flaxseed 154
flexibility 16, 17, 26, 30, 33, 42, 47, 229
floral hydrosol 196
flu 85, 87, 89, 92, 95, 98, 105, 109, 122, 151, 176, 289
focus 9, 60, 64, 75, 158, 160, 238
foot care, preventative 140–141
foot odor 103
footbaths 183
Four Limb Staff Pose 40
frankincense oil 60, 125, 139, 176, 180, 210, 213
free radicals 84, 89, 102, 108, 113, 125, 135, 137, 151, 168, 282
Fresh Sorrel Juice Tonic 299
Fruit Basket Smoothie 308
fungal infections 109, 110, 140
furniture polish 257
G
gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) 103, 159, 163
gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) 83, 96, 139
garden flower 161
Garland Pose 35
garlic 84, 122, 125, 128, 135, 136, 145, 149, 153, 168
garlic spray 273
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) 128
gastrointestinal tract, treatments for 109, 128, 130
gastrointestinal tract health 93, 98, 104, 109
Gattefossé, René-Maurice 182
geranium oil 153, 181, 183, 255, 273
ghee 300
gigawhite 165
Gilbert, Elizabeth 56
gin 111
ginger 280, 283, 289, 294, 296, 298, 301, 302, 308
ginger oil 85, 122, 128, 130, 136, 138, 144, 151, 157, 165, 167, 168, 181, 183, 210
Ginger-Turmeric Tea, Potent 280
ginkgo 80, 96, 125, 133, 134, 138, 160, 168
ginseng 97, 122, 133, 134, 138, 156, 161, 165, 168, 285
gluten-free 121
goat’s milk 196
goiter 139
gong therapy 63
gooseberry, Indian 165
grape juice 303
Grape Juice Cardamom Tonic 303
grapefruit oil 180, 183, 211, 215
green tea latte powder 310
Green Tea with Citrus 281
H
hair care 86, 96, 154–155, 218
Half Frog Pose 33
Half Moon Pose 45
hallux valgus 140
hand treatments 216
hangovers 100
headaches 61, 68, 87, 95, 97, 98, 100, 103, 104, 106, 124, 132, 146, 166, 181
healing spices 108–109
health bars 189
healthy home 251–276
heart disease 88, 96, 99, 111, 113, 137, 168, 285, 293, 301, 302, 305
heart health 83, 89, 108, 125, 281, 284, 307
heart tonic 136
Helicobacter pylori 88, 129, 176
hemorrhoids 93, 101, 106, 107, 109, 164
hemp 151
hepatitis 86
herbal medicine, history of 80
Herbal Spring Tonic 296
herbes de Provence 89
herb-of-grace 107
herbs 168
herbs, growing 114–117
hesychasm 59
hibiscus 85, 156, 197, 288, 292
hippocampus 160
hoarseness 123
home spa 190
honey 123, 125, 130, 145, 152, 157, 194, 197, 199, 200, 202, 205, 206, 208, 215, 217, 219, 280–309
honey treatments 206
hormonal changes 195
hormone secretion, stimulate 104
hormones 96, 133, 146, 179, 288
hot oil treatment 190
hot springs 188
household cleaners 10, 257, 260, 274
huang qi 92
huckleberry 138
humor 65
hydration 130
hydrotherapy 215
hypericin 163
hyperlipidemia 97
hyperthyroidism 139
hyssop 105
I
immune system 82, 84, 86, 88, 90, 92, 95, 97, 102, 108, 110, 113, 121, 122, 124, 138, 151, 158, 168, 177, 229, 237, 284, 289, 297, 299
impotence 134
indigestion 84, 87, 89, 91, 103, 107, 109, 113, 128, 165, 166, 280, 289, 291, 301
infant care 166
infections 81, 84, 86, 88, 94, 104, 110, 122
infertility 134
inflammation 83, 88, 93, 94, 102, 108, 111, 113, 122, 125, 129, 131, 137, 142 150, 161, 208, 298, 303, 311
insect repellent 106, 177, 178, 272
insight 67
insomnia 84, 89, 102, 104, 106, 132, 139, 158–159, 163, 165, 286, 291
Intense Side Stretch 31
intercourse, painful 133
intestinal inflammation 131
introspection 56
iron 82, 84, 86, 88, 90, 94, 111, 159, 165
iron deficiency 89
irregular cycles 132
irritability 166
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) 101, 103, 131
isoflavones 132
isometric exercises 69
ispaghula 101
J
jasmine oil 105, 181, 183, 211, 213
jewelweed 153
jin zhan ju 93
jock itch 103
joint pain 85, 105, 106, 108, 110, 142, 168, 214, 221
joss sticks 25
Jubu 59
Judaism 58
juniper berries 111, 126, 179, 197
juniper berry oil 111, 179, 211
K
kale 302
kefir 129
kelp 139
keratin 154
kidney function 90, 100, 111, 169, 237, 296
kiwi 202
Knees to Chest Pose 34
L
Lactobacillus acidophilus 133
lady’s mantle leaves 288
lantana 116
L-arginine 135
lasuach 58
lavender oil 106, 117, 133, 144, 147, 151, 154, 159, 163, 165, 166, 169, 174, 177, 181, 193, 197, 199, 205, 209, 210, 215
Lavender-Lemon Tonic 297
laxative 85, 95, 101, 107, 111, 130, 303
leg cramps 164
Legs Up the Wall Pose 29
lemon 206, 215, 260–263, 272, 297, 300, 302
lemon balm 99, 285, 286, 288, 289, 291
lemon balm oil 99, 133, 139, 152, 166, 169, 193, 211, 213
lemon juice 123, 127, 130, 200, 206, 211, 255, 260, 262, 272, 283, 296, 301, 304
lemon oil 174, 180, 183, 202, 210, 215, 260, 272
Lemon-Basil Iced Tea 293
libido, low 84, 112, 133, 134, 169, 179
licorice root 84, 86, 108, 131, 139, 151, 167, 168, 284
life force 66
light, sensitivity 147
limbic system 182
Lime-Coconut Iced Tea 293
Limonana 305
linalyl acetate 94
linen closet freshener 269
Lion Pose 49
lip balm 205
lips, chapped 93
liver function 92, 94, 99, 103, 107, 109, 111, 293
Locust Pose 39
loneliness 63
L-theanine 163
lungwort 101
lysine 149
M
maca root 133
macadamia nuts 194
mace 111
macelignan 111
magnesium 82, 84, 86, 88, 90, 112, 127, 138, 140, 147, 159, 163, 214, 288
magnolia 159
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi 59
maidenhair tree 97
mala beads 60
male reproductive problems 134–135
mandalas 69
mandarin oil 211
manganese 82, 84, 86, 98, 111, 295, 306, 308
Mango Lassi 304
manicure tool kit 217
Manipura 67
maple syrup 131
masala 121
Masala Chai, Traditional 280
massage 10, 69, 140, 154, 183, 189, 208, 220, 226, 230, 246
massage, deep tissue 238
massage, home 244
massage, Swedish 228
massage therapy 223–250
massage therapy, alternative 240
massage therapy, pressure point 232
massage therapy, reflexology 234
Matcha Immunity-Booster Smoothie 310
meditation 9, 16, 21, 22, 52–75, 158, 176, 183, 189
melatonin 159
melon, bitter 139
memory 87, 97, 160, 168, 169, 311
menstrual cramps 36, 83, 85, 86, 103, 104, 112, 289
mental focus 161
mentholated rubs 122
metabolism 85, 86, 104, 108, 137, 138, 156, 158, 179, 303, 310
microbes 109
Middle Eastern Tea 284
migraines 87, 93, 96, 103, 112, 132, 146, 179, 221, 229, 244
mildew 263
milk bath 215
milk flow 84
milkvetch 92
mindfulness 60, 67, 72, 73, 75
mineral springs 188
mint 87, 284, 290, 292, 295, 305
Minty Blackberry Iced Tea 295
minty oils 183
miso 129
moisturizers, facial 204
molluscum contagiosum 151
monarda 116
monkshead 95
mood booster 97, 104, 107, 179, 229
mood swings 133
morning sickness 164
moth repellent 255
Mountain Pose 44
movement awareness 241
mud baths 189
muira puama 135
Muladhara 66
mulberry 165
mulungu 159
mummification 106
muscle cramps 93, 103, 108, 110, 281, 289, 291
mustard seed oil 155
myofascial release 239
N
nausea 82, 87, 107, 109, 111, 128, 132, 147, 164, 179
nerve tonic 88
nervous system 67, 102, 107, 128, 161, 169, 291
neti pot 125
nettle 122, 125, 130, 165, 168, 288, 291, 292, 296
Nettle-Mint Summer Tea 292
neuralgia, cranial 146
neuropathy 141
neuroprotective 178
nicotine 72
night sweats 133
noise, sensitivity 147
nose, stuffy 125
O
oatmeal baths 153
Ojas-building Tonic 300
olfactory system 182
olive oil 139, 140, 142, 151, 180, 193, 194, 201, 202, 207, 208, 212, 216, 219, 257
om 62
omega-3 fatty acids 87, 139, 311
orange juice 131, 281, 308, 309
orange oil 175, 177, 180, 181, 183, 197, 202
orange peel 131, 284, 288, 291, 292, 310
oregano 87, 89, 117, 122, 139, 151, 168, 169
organic foods 121
oriental oils 183
Orientalism 59
osteoarthritis 239
overeating 128
P
pain management 63, 81, 83, 99, 104, 142, 147, 168, 229, 233, 239, 240
painkillers 108, 129, 145, 298
palsy 88
pansy 98
papain 152
paperbark 103
paralysis 109
passionflower 159, 163, 169, 287, 291
patchouli oil 25, 106, 174, 179, 183, 203, 211
Paxil 163
Peachy Ginger Tea 294
peat moss 115
pectin 131
peppermint 255, 286, 288, 290, 292
peppermint oil 87, 128, 144, 147, 154, 165, 169, 177, 180, 183, 210, 213
peppers, cayenne 109, 117, 137
percolation method 175
perspiration, decrease 286
perspiration, excessive 88
perspiration, inducing 108
petrissage 230
phlegm, loosen 123
phospates 254
physical therapy 226
phytoestrogens 179
phytomedicine 80
phytonutrients 87, 89, 157, 302
pine oil 183
Pink Lady Iced Tea 292
piperine 108
piriformis syndrome 239
pituitary gland 138
Plank Pose 46
plantar fasciitis 221
plaque 149
Plotinus 58
Plow Pose 34
plum tree bark, African 135
poison oak 153
poison sumac 153
pollen 124
pomegranate 127
pomegranate juice 305
poppy, California 159
Poses, Cool Down 48–51
Poses, Whole Body 46–47
posture, poor 64, 146, 233, 239
pot cleaner 271
potassium 82, 84, 86, 88, 91, 94, 111, 112, 128, 138, 299, 301, 302, 306, 308
poultice 83, 88, 92, 94, 151, 153
preeclampsia 164
pregnancy 128, 132, 144, 158, 164
prophylaxis 168
proteins 89, 90, 121, 160, 161, 164
Prozac 163
psoriasis 91, 92, 102, 104, 107, 112, 151, 178, 195
pu-erh 157
puffiness 208
pulmonary function 168
Purple Pick-Me-Up Smoothie 310
Q
qigong 60
R
Railroad Chai 282
Raja yoga 17
rashes 94, 111, 150, 151, 180, 195
raspberries 292, 293, 309, 311
raspberry leaves 285, 288, 289
Reclining Big Toe Pose 33
red hot chili pepper 109
reflexology 189, 220, 221, 226, 233, 234, 235, 236, 237
reflexology, history 234
relaxation 17, 19, 21, 26, 28, 59, 61, 62, 65, 67, 68–69, 75, 86, 87, 158, 159, 165, 191, 214, 215, 226, 227, 228, 229, 231, 248, 286, 291
repetitive strain injuries 239
reproductive system 28, 51, 81, 132, 134, 169
respiratory health 84, 89, 99, 108, 122, 166, 179, 280, 283, 285, 289, 296
restlessness 159
retinoic acids 193
rhinitis, allergic 124
roach repellent 255
rolfing 239
rosebuds 291
roselle 85
rosemary 87, 88, 115, 117, 139, 148, 154, 161, 165, 168, 169
rosemary oil 178, 180, 183, 193, 197, 203, 210, 211, 215, 262, 273
Rosen method therapy 241
roses, dog 102
rou gui 132
rubbing alcohol 261
rudbeckia 116
rue 107
rust cleaner 261
S
saffron 109, 112, 121, 298, 300
sage 60, 88, 94, 115, 117, 123, 143, 153, 154, 155, 157, 169, 179, 180, 183, 210, 211, 213, 284, 286
sage oil 210
Sahasrara 67
Saint-John’s-wort 102, 125, 133, 163, 169, 205
salicylic acid 143
salvia 116
sandalwood oil 25, 71, 174, 181, 183, 203, 211, 213
saponification 196
sauerkraut 129
saunas 189
saw palmetto 135, 154, 165, 169
scabies 105
scarlet fever 108
scars 104, 107, 179, 195, 206, 207
schizophrenia 96
Schopenhauer 59
scorpion repellent 177
scorpions 177
sea salt 195, 203, 214, 216, 264
seasonal affective disorder (SAD) 102
seasonal allergies 124–125, 179
Seated Forward Bend 30
seborrhea 178
sedative 106, 107, 110, 159, 162
selenium 82, 84, 92, 135, 139, 145
self-knowledge 16, 54, 57, 60, 73
seltzer cleaner 271
senior health 168
sesame seeds 130
sexual reproduction 138
shea butter 205
shea butter soap 197
shikimic acid 113
shortness of breath 164
shower curtain cleaner 266
showerhead cleaner 259
Side Plank 47
silverware cleaner 265
sinusitis 95, 122, 124, 183, 237
skin, combination 192
skin, dry 93, 176, 192, 198, 204, 205, 208, 214
skin allergies 179
skin cleanser, antiaging 195
skin conditions 83, 86, 89, 90, 92, 94, 104, 107, 108, 150, 177, 193, 195
skin lotions 192
skin pH 192
sleeplessness 111, 285, 287, 291
Sleepyhead Tea 290
smallpox 108
smoking, quit 72
smoothie recipes, breakfast 308–309
smoothie recipes, therapeutic 310–311
snow-in-summer 103
soap making, melt-and-mold method 196
soaps, homemade 196–197
soil 115
solvent extraction 175
sophora root, Chinese 165
sore throats 93, 101, 109, 122, 123, 177, 283, 285, 298
sound and vibration 62–63
sound waves 63
Sour Apple-Kale Tonic 302
spa treatments 185–221
spearmint 87, 117, 166, 167, 183, 285, 288, 289, 291, 292, 295
spearmint oil 183
sperm count, low 135
Spicy Citrus Cold Buster 283
spicy oils 183
spikenard 107
spinach 308
Staff Pose 28
starflower 83
STDs 133
steam rooms 189
stevia 285, 288, 289, 292, 297
stiffness 168, 183, 220, 232, 239
stimulant 104, 110, 112, 157, 179, 180
stomach cramps 107
stomachaches 82, 85, 87, 93, 110, 112, 129, 177, 179, 280, 305
stores, health food 86, 120, 218
strawberries 129, 308, 309, 311
strep throat 95
streptococcus 176
stress 57, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 68, 69, 71, 73, 75, 83, 87, 92, 94, 99, 100, 103, 107, 112, 128, 129, 134, 139, 146, 154, 157, 158, 159, 161, 162, 163, 165, 166, 169, 178, 179, 210, 214, 220, 229, 233, 238, 240, 241, 243, 248, 281, 284, 286, 289, 291, 300, 306, 311
stroke 136
Sufi mystics 59
sugar 91, 121, 139, 149, 156, 175, 202, 273, 280, 281, 282, 293, 304, 305, 306, 307
sulfates 189
sunburns 177, 195, 207, 208, 249
sunflower oil 218
Sweet Dreams Tea 291
sweet woodruff 107
T
Tamiflu 113
tarnish remover 258
tea recipes, hot 280–283
tea recipes, iced 292–295
tea recipes, relaxing 284–287
tea recipes, sleep 290–291
tea recipes, therapeutic 288–289
tea tree oil 11, 89, 99, 102, 133, 141, 149, 150, 151, 154, 167, 178, 180, 181, 193, 195, 197, 198, 199, 206
teas 89, 123, 125, 127, 128, 131, 136, 141, 143, 149, 150, 152, 155, 157, 163, 168, 193, 195, 201
teeth 89, 109, 110, 148, 149, 166, 167
tempeh 129
tennis elbow 239
tension 8, 26, 33, 34, 36, 49, 68, 69, 73, 75, 106, 113, 146, 163, 179, 210, 215, 220, 221, 229, 232, 233, 238, 239, 241, 244, 287, 291, 303
tension relief therapy 241
testosterone 135
throat infections 88, 109, 123
thrush 148
thyme 89, 117, 123, 137, 168, 215, 262
thymol 89
ti-tree 103
Tibetan singing bowls 24
tile cleaners 254
toenails, ingrown 140
toilet cleaner 261
tonics 11, 188, 278, 280, 289, 292
tonics, recipes 296–303
toothache 85, 106, 109, 149, 176, 280
touch therapy 222–249
toxins 10, 72, 100, 108, 111, 254, 274, 275, 299
Trager approach 241
Tree Pose 44
Triangle Pose 32
Tribulus terrestris 134
triglycerides 85, 101, 110, 137
Tropical Sunrise Spiced Smoothie 308
tuberculosis 101
tuberose oil 211
tulsi 161
turmeric 113, 129, 137, 140, 145, 151, 168, 169, 200, 280, 297, 298, 300, 301, 303, 308
Turmeric-Milk Tonic for Sore Throat 298
Twisting Chair Pose 42
typhoid 87
U
ulcers 82, 84, 86, 88, 93, 94, 98, 128, 129, 141, 177
Ultra Female-Hormone Balance 288
Unbreak My Heart Tea 287
upholstery deodorizer 267
Upward Facing Dog 41
urinary tract 98, 109, 127, 296, 281, 303
urinary tract infections 86, 98, 103, 126, 135, 169, 299
urination, frequent 165
urine, acidity 127
uterine muscles 91
uva ursi 165
V
vaginal health 133
valerian 103, 159, 162, 168, 169
vanilla 113, 121, 181, 195, 210, 211, 213, 215, 281, 307, 310
vanilla extract 181, 195, 281, 307, 310, 311
vanilla oil 181, 211, 213, 215
Vanilla Tea, Spiced 281
varicella 151
vasodilator 178
vein problems 107
verbena 139
Very Berry Smoothie 309
vinegar, apple cider 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 151, 152, 198, 211, 214, 219, 256
vinegar, white 141, 167, 256, 257, 258, 259, 260, 265, 266, 267, 268, 269, 271, 273
violent moods 88
viral infections 85, 122, 150, 151
visions 67
visual auras 147
visualization 61
vitamin A 82, 84, 87, 89, 112, 122, 128, 135, 141, 149, 193, 299, 302, 306
vitamin B 82, 84, 86, 89, 90, 91, 111, 129, 133, 139, 159, 163, 192, 299, 302
vitamin C 82, 83, 84, 85, 87, 89, 90, 95, 100, 102, 111, 113, 122, 125, 133, 135, 145, 149, 154, 177, 193, 204, 281, 288, 295, 297, 299, 301, 302, 306, 308, 309, 310, 311
vitamin D 84, 90, 122, 145, 149
vitamin E 87, 90, 100, 111, 133, 135, 145, 149, 154, 165, 192, 204, 205, 306
vitamin E oil 154, 165, 204, 205
vitamin K 83, 87, 89, 90, 149, 295, 299, 302
vodka 180
volatile organic compounds (VOCs) 254, 274, 303
W
walnut, black 151
waxing 189
weight loss 83, 95, 101, 137, 139, 156, 157, 189, 284
weight problems 156
wellness makeover 11
wheat germ oil 201
wheatgrass 127
wheezing 122
whirlpools 189
Wide Angle Seated Bend 42
willow bark 103, 122, 143, 147
window cleaner 256
wine stain remover 256, 268, 270
wintergreen 165
witch hazel 151, 153, 199, 201
wolfberry 97
women’s reproductive health 83, 93, 132–133
wounds 78, 81, 83, 93, 97, 103, 105, 107, 108, 125, 141, 150, 179, 181
wreaths 118
wrinkles 107, 111, 150, 193, 200
X
xanthohumol 86
xerosis 192
Y
ylang-ylang oil 181, 211, 213, 215
yoga 9, 12–51, 54, 57, 60, 186, 189, 215, 220
yoga, history of 16–17
yoga accessories 22, 23, 24, 25, 226
yoga terms 20–21
yogurt 129, 157, 194, 195, 200, 201, 203, 205, 304, 308, 309, 310, 311
Z
zinnias 116