500 time-tested home remedies and the science behind them
Subtitle: ease aches, pains, ailments, and more with hundreds of simple and effective at-home treatments
By: Linda B. White, Barbara Brownell Grogan and Barbara H. Seeber
Contributors: Brownell-Grogan, Barbara C., author; Seeber, Barbara H., author
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 512
ISBN-13: 9781592335756; 9781610588577
Subjects: Naturopathy; Self-care, Health; Popular Medicine
Other titles: Five hundred time-tested home remedies and the science behind them
Description: "This comprehensive, authoritative family reference provides quick, efficient relief for hundreds of common ailments. From insect bites, insomnia, and upset stomach to nasal congestion, stress-reducing tips, and hints for heart health, 500 Time-Tested Home Remedies and the Science Behind Them offers accessible and effective recipes (many using three ingredients or less) for DIYers who want to bolster their immune defenses, and treat aches and pains and manageable ailments naturally. A cost-effective alternative to expensive prescriptions and over-the-counter products, these home treatments are easy to prepare. This important reference is both browseable and easy to use a moment's notice. Read it from cover to cover or simply pull it out when you need it. It includes "How it Works" sidebars that explain the science behind proven alternative treatments, a "Spotlight on Superfoods" feature, healthy lifestyle tips, "Myth vs Fact" boxes, and a "Time to Call the Doctor" feature for spotting true emergencies. When the need arises, you can trust that 500 Time-Tested Home Remedies and the Science Behind Them will provide you with the information you need to make practical decisions to keep you and your family safe and healthy. "--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 464-502) and index.