Essential Wellness by Hajeski, Nancy J. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Introduction: Embracing Wellness Chapter 1: The Many Benefits of Yoga

A History of Yoga A Sampler of Yoga Styles Common Yoga Terms A Dedicated Space Accessories for Serenity Asanas for Relaxation Asanas for stretching Asanas for Strength and Balance Whole Body POSES Cool Down Poses

Chapter 2: Exploring Meditation

Understanding Meditation A History of Meditation Choosing a Discipline Sound and Vibration Learning to Channel Inward Balancing Your Chakras The Art of Relaxation Prepare A Meditation Space Overcoming Addiction

Chapter 3: Herbal Remedies

A History of herbal medicines Culinary Herbs Medicinal Herbs and Spices Aromatic Herbs Healing Spices Grow Herbs for Health Dry or Preserve Your Own Herbs Healthful Stores & Sources Herbal Cures Seasonal Allergies Urinary and Bladder Problems Treating the Upper GI Tract Help for the Lower GI Tract Female Reproductive Health Male Reproductive Problems Cardiovascular Health Endocrine Issues Preventative Foot care Joint Problems Back Pain Headaches Dental Health Skin Ailments Bites, Stings, and Poison Plants Hair and Nail Care Combating Weight Issues Coping with Insomnia Improving Memory Easing Depression and Anxiety Coping with Pregnancy Infant Care Senior Health

Chapter 4: Essential Oils

The Modern Advent of Essential Oils Top Botanical Sources Create Your Own Blends The Potent Power of Aromatherapy

Chapter 5: Natural Spa Treatments

A History of Spas Create the Ultimate Home Spa Assessing Your Skin’s Needs Facial Cleansers Make Your Own Soaps Toners and Astringents Gentle Facial Masks Exfoliants and Scrubs Facial Moisturizers Healing Honey Treatments Calming Oatmeal Cures Make Your Own Bath Oils Bath Bombs and Fizzies Epsom Salts and Bath Soaks Hand and Nail Treatments Make Your Own Hair-care Products De-Stressing Tools

Chapter 6: Massage and Touch Therapies

A History of Massage Swedish Massage Swedish Massage Techniques Pressure Point Massage Reflexology Deep Tissue Massage Alternative Therapies Finding a Professional Masseuse Performing Massage at Home Setting Up a Massage Area The Best It Can Be

Chapter 7: The Naturally Healthy Home

Welcome To Your Healthy Home Vinegar Solutions Lemon Solutions Baking Soda Solutions Salt Solutions Natural Pest Control Your Healthy Home Checklist

Chapter 8: Teas, Tonics, and Smoothies

Restorative Hot Teas

Potent Ginger-Turmeric Tea Traditional Masala Chai Spiced Vanilla Tea Green Tea with Citrus Railroad Chai Spicy Citrus Cold Buster

Relaxing Teas

Middle Eastern Tea After-Dinner Licorice Tea Calming Lemon Tisane Child’s Bedtime Tea Antistress Herbal Tea Unbreak My Heart Tea

Therapeutic Teas

Ultra Female-Hormone Balance Female-Ease Herbal Infusion Autumn Blend Tonic

Sleep-Inducing Teas

Sleepyhead Tea Sleep Tight Tea Sweet Dreams Tea

Refreshing Iced Teas

Nettle-Mint Summer Tea Pink Lady Iced Tea Lemon-Basil Iced Tea Lime-Coconut Iced Tea Peachy Ginger Tea Minty Blackberry Iced Tea

Healing Tonics

Herbal Spring Tonic Black Pepper Tonic Lavender-Lemon Tonic Lemon Turmeric Flush Tonic Turmeric-Milk Tonic for Sore Throat Basil-Birch Urinary Aid Tonic Fresh Sorrel Juice Tonic

Ayurvedic Tonics

Ojas-Building Tonic Lemon-Turmeric Tonic Basic Turmeric-Milk Tonic Sour Apple–Kale Tonic Anti-Bloat Spice Tonic Grape Juice–Cardamom Tonic

Indian and Middle Eastern Beverages

Mango Lassi Persian Pomegranate Cooler Limonana

Latin American Beverages

Yerba Mate Mexican Hot Chocolate Coquito

Nutritious Breakfast Smoothies

Fruit Basket Smoothie Tropical Sunrise Spiced Smoothie Very Berry Smoothie

Therapeutic Smoothies

Matcha Immunity-Booster Smoothie Purple Pick-Me-Up Smoothie Berry Belly-Fat-Blaster Smoothie

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