Western Herbs For Martial Artists And Contact Athletes By Peterson S.L. (Book)

Herbs for bruises, sprains, strains, dislocations, breathing, adrenaline, and more! Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. As ever more martial artists train in the West, interest in Western herbs grows. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. For each herb it discusses the evidence for its effectiveness, the evidence for its safety, and how specifically to use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. Even the beginner will be able to choose an herb to meet a specific training need, purchase a good quality portion of that herb, prepare it, and use it safely. Susan Lynn Peterson, Ph.D., holds a 5th degree black belt in Shuri-ryu karate, author of five books, including two martial arts, and an award winning theology text. She is a contributing writer to martial arts magazines and health & fitness websites. Peterson has spent many years and thousands of hours investigating the way herbs have been used in various cultures to treat injuries. Susan teaches karate and operates her communications business in Tucson • Foreword Carolyn Dean M.D. • Foreword David Price • Acknowledgements • Introduction 1: USING HERBS SAFELY Why Herbs? • Gentleness • Complexity • Novel Effects • Safety with Herbs • Good Herbal Habits 2: THE HERBAL Agrimony • Aloe Vera • Andrographis • Anise • Arnica • Ashwagandha • Astragalus • Bilberry Fruit • Borage Oil • Bromelain • Calendula • Capsicum • Caraway • Catnip • Cat’s Claw • Cayenne • Chamomile • Chilis • Cinnamon Bark • Cloves • Coltsfoot • Comfrey • Devil’s Claw • Echinacea • Elder • Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) Root • Eucalyptus • Evening Primrose Oil • Fennel • Fenugreek • Feverfew • Fish Oil • Flaxseed • Garlic • Ginger • Ginkgo Biloba • Ginseng • Goldenrod • Goldenseal • Gotu Kola • Hops • Horse Chestnut Seed • Horseradish • Horsetail • Lavender • Licorice • Marshmallow • Myrrh • Nettles • Passionflower • Peppermint Oil • Peppers • Rhodiola • Rosehip Seed Oil • Rosemary • Sage • Shepherd’s Purse • Siberian Ginseng • Slippery Elm • St. John’s Wort • Tea Tree Oil • Thyme • Turmeric • Valerian • Willow Bark • Witch Hazel • Yarrow 3: PREPARING THE HERBS Infusions • Decoctions • Syrups • Tinctures • Infused Oils • Essential Oils • Creams and Salves • Powders and Capsules • Compresses • Poultices • Plasters • Liniments • Inhalants • Massage Oils 4: APPLICATIONS AND USES Joint Pain and Inflammation • Sprains • Fractures • Bruises and Contusions • Wounds • Muscle Cramps • Aching muscles • Scars • Plantar Warts • Coughs, Colds, Breathing Problems • Athletic Performance Enhancement • Regulation of the Fight-or-Flight System • Battered Feet or Hands • Fungal Infections • Flatulence and Other Digestive Problems • Massage Oils 5: HERBAL CONTRAINDICATIONS Herbs that may increase the risk of bleeding • Herbs that affect blood sugar levels • Herbs that may lower blood pressure • Herbs that may have a laxative effect • Herbs that may make you drowsy • Herbs that contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids • Herbs that may affect liver function • Herbs that may affect heart function • Herbs that may have a diuretic effect • Herbs that have monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) activity or that interact with MAOI drugs 6: FURTHER RESOURCES Finding Herbs • Finding Herb Seeds • Finding an Herbalist • Miscellaneous Resources 7: CHAPTER SEVEN Glossary • Notes • Bibliography of Frequently Cited Works • Index • About the Author

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ISBN	9781594391972
More	184 x 236 mm, 374 pp, 86 ill.

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