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Storey Medicinal Herb Guides
Easy Breathing: Natural Treatments Asthma, Colds, Allergies, Sinusitis
From a clinician with 22 years experience and a fellow of Britainís National Institute of Medical Herbalists, come four new guides to total herbal health. Each volume is a thorough exploration and study of the uses of herbs as preventatives and treatment.
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123 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2000
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David Hoffmann
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David Hoffmann is a member of Britain’s National Institute of Medical Herbalists. He has taught phytotherapy throughout the English-speaking world through his course, Therapeutic Herbalism. His numerous books nave been translated into at least eight languages and are basic references for both beginning and advanced students.
David Hoffmann has been a clinical phytotherapist since 1978 and has been teaching Herbal Medicine since 1985. He is one of the founding members and a past president of the American Herbalists Guild. He is on the advisory board of the American Botanical Council, the peer-review boards of Herbalgram and the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, and the steering committee of the American Herbal Pharmacopoea. He is the author of 17 books, and teaches phytotherapy throughout the world, including places such as Australia, New Zealand and Canada. He is visiting faculty at Bastyr University, The California Institute of Integral Studies, the National College of Phytotherapy, and the Rocky Mountain School of Botanical Studies. He resides in California.
David Hoffmann is a member of Britain’s National Institute of Medical Herbalists. He has taught phytotherapy throughout the English-speaking world through his course, Therapeutic Herbalism. His numerous books nave been translated into at least eight languages and are basic references for both beginning and advanced students.
David Hoffmann has been a clinical phytotherapist since 1978 and has been teaching Herbal Medicine since 1985. He is one of the founding members and a past president of the American Herbalists Guild. He is on the advisory board of the American Botanical Council, the peer-review boards of Herbalgram and the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, and the steering committee of the American Herbal Pharmacopoea. He is the author of 17 books, and teaches phytotherapy throughout the world, including places such as Australia, New Zealand and Canada. He is visiting faculty at Bastyr University, The California Institute of Integral Studies, the National College of Phytotherapy, and the Rocky Mountain School of Botanical Studies. He resides in California.
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October 14, 2020
Print: 7/15/2000; Paperback 1st Edition; ISBN 9781580172523 (Storey Publishing, LLC); Kindle: 5/1/2017; ISBN 9781612128306 (Storey Publishing, LLC); Film: No.
Series: No
SUMMARY:
This non-fiction book about keeping the respiratory system fit is arranged encyclopedically. There is an initial section about the workings of the respiratory system and it’s importance in overall health, and then herbs are in alphabetical order with efficacy and preparation information.
AUTHOR:
David Hoffman
According to the Storey (publisher’s) website:
“David Hoffmann has been a clinical phytotherapist for almost 20 years. He is a founding member and past president of the American Herbalists Guild. He is on the advisory board of the American Botanical Council, the peer-review boards of Herbalgram and the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, and the steering committee of the American Herbal Pharmacopoea. He is the author of 17 books, including Healthy Bones & Joints, and teaches phytotherapy throughout the world. He is visiting faculty at Bastyr University, The California Institute of Integral Studies, the National College of Phytotherapy, and the Rocky Mountain School of Botanical Studies. He lives in California.”
GENRE: Non-Fiction, Health and Fitness, Medical, Alternative
SUBJECTS: Respiratory system, herbs, Chinese medicine, tea, infusions, decoctions, tonics, tinctures
EVALUATION:
Even though my interest was sinusitis I loved reading about all the herbs that were useful for all respiratory ailments and read it cover to cover, and ordered a few teas from Amazon as a result.
SAMPLE QUOTATION:
“Breathing problems do more than temporarily affect other organs and systems in the body. They can also cause chronic diseases. The reverse is true, too: For example, problems with the circulatory system can lead to lung problems. The condition of the digestive system is also important, since the lungs, bowels, kidneys, and skin share the task of removing wastes. If a problem develops in any of these organs, the body compensates by increasing the load on others. The lungs can handle only a limited amount of wastes. So if, for example, the bowels aren’t working properly and the lungs take on some of the burden, the lungs can also develop problems.
Many pathological changes in tissues can be prevented if the environment around the body’s cells is always rich in oxygen. Two of the best measures for maintaining good health is getting regular exercise and promoting proper breathing. Balance and harmony, along with appropriate herbal treatments when necessary, are the keys to successful preventative medicine. We need a clear free flow of energy through all aspects of our lives—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Proper breathing is just part of the equation.”
RATING:
I gave this a 5 because it is well-organized, informative and well-written—enough so that I may actually purchase it (I borrowed the eBook through Overdrive).
Series: No
SUMMARY:
This non-fiction book about keeping the respiratory system fit is arranged encyclopedically. There is an initial section about the workings of the respiratory system and it’s importance in overall health, and then herbs are in alphabetical order with efficacy and preparation information.
AUTHOR:
David Hoffman
According to the Storey (publisher’s) website:
“David Hoffmann has been a clinical phytotherapist for almost 20 years. He is a founding member and past president of the American Herbalists Guild. He is on the advisory board of the American Botanical Council, the peer-review boards of Herbalgram and the Protocol Journal of Botanical Medicine, and the steering committee of the American Herbal Pharmacopoea. He is the author of 17 books, including Healthy Bones & Joints, and teaches phytotherapy throughout the world. He is visiting faculty at Bastyr University, The California Institute of Integral Studies, the National College of Phytotherapy, and the Rocky Mountain School of Botanical Studies. He lives in California.”
GENRE: Non-Fiction, Health and Fitness, Medical, Alternative
SUBJECTS: Respiratory system, herbs, Chinese medicine, tea, infusions, decoctions, tonics, tinctures
EVALUATION:
Even though my interest was sinusitis I loved reading about all the herbs that were useful for all respiratory ailments and read it cover to cover, and ordered a few teas from Amazon as a result.
SAMPLE QUOTATION:
“Breathing problems do more than temporarily affect other organs and systems in the body. They can also cause chronic diseases. The reverse is true, too: For example, problems with the circulatory system can lead to lung problems. The condition of the digestive system is also important, since the lungs, bowels, kidneys, and skin share the task of removing wastes. If a problem develops in any of these organs, the body compensates by increasing the load on others. The lungs can handle only a limited amount of wastes. So if, for example, the bowels aren’t working properly and the lungs take on some of the burden, the lungs can also develop problems.
Many pathological changes in tissues can be prevented if the environment around the body’s cells is always rich in oxygen. Two of the best measures for maintaining good health is getting regular exercise and promoting proper breathing. Balance and harmony, along with appropriate herbal treatments when necessary, are the keys to successful preventative medicine. We need a clear free flow of energy through all aspects of our lives—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Proper breathing is just part of the equation.”
RATING:
I gave this a 5 because it is well-organized, informative and well-written—enough so that I may actually purchase it (I borrowed the eBook through Overdrive).
October 4, 2020
The author explains various respiratory ailments including common cold, hayfever, sinusitis, bronchitis, and asthma. He details which herbs are best for each ailment, and includes instructions on how to make concoctions, infusions, and tinctures using the blends suggested for each one.
Very interesting, easy-to-read, and informative.
Very interesting, easy-to-read, and informative.
June 10, 2012
Excellent reference.
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