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[12 May 2009]
A Journey into Herbal & Natural Healing eBook

Coming Soon… A Journey into Herbal & Natural Healing eBook
Explore how herbs and other natural methods can enhance health and well-being. Discover how a healthy, holistic lifestyle works to balance mind, body & spirit.
This new eBook is based on the herbal & natural healing workshops I teach.
Includes herbal “recipes” from Mystic Naturals’ herbal products and covering such herbal & natural healing topics as:

Herbal History
Collection, Drying & Storing Herbs
Herbal Teas, Infusions and Decoctions
Herbal Teas
Herbal Tea Blending
Herbal Tea Recipes
Infusions (Medicinal Use) Dry Plant
Decoction (Medicinal Use) Dry Plant
Natural Ingredients for Body & Skin …

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[18 Feb 2009]
Breathe freely

Well, I didn’t think I would ever do it but I sure am glad I did! I’ve been using a Neti Pot for some time now and it has really made a difference with my allergies and sinus issues, plus I haven’t been sick with a cold this winter. My sense of taste and smell has greatly improved as well.
The Neti Pot is actually very easy to use and soothing. I was expecting the fearful feeling of inhaling a wave but it’s not like that at all. I found the trick to …

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[22 Jan 2009]
Herbal Associations

American Herb Association (AHA)
The American Herb Association promotes the understanding and ecological use of medicinal herbs and aromatherapy. Membership is open to anyone interested in herbalism and includes a 20-page quarterly newsletter written by well-known, professional herbalists.
American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)
The American Herbal Products Association exists to serve its members by promoting the responsible commerce of products which contain herbs and which are used to enhance health and quality of life.
American Herbalist Guild (AHG)
The American Herbalists Guild is a non-profit, educational organization that represents the goals and voices of herbalists. It …

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[23 Dec 2008]
How to quit smoking naturally

Help yourself to give up smoking 
by Michele Carelse
As you read this, you are probably filled with anxiety with the very thought of being without that reassuring packet of cigarettes in your bag or pocket! You might have been smoking for years. Maybe this is the first time you are seriously considering “giving up” or perhaps you have tried before and failed. Whatever the case may be – don’t be discouraged, you are one of millions!
In my opinion, not enough recognition is given to the fact that nicotine dependency is a …

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[14 Dec 2008]
SSRIs for treating depression – Why they are not recommended in some cases

Antidepressants are the most common type of drugs that are used in treating depression. Since insomnia is one of the most common symptoms of depression, these drugs are often used to elevate depressive moods and induce sleep.
Among the various kinds of antidepressants, SSRI’s are among the latest that are now being used extensively for treating insomnia. Despite their rampant use, the efficacy of antidepressants like SSRIs to treat insomnia is not supported by clinical studies. Using SSRI’s to treat insomnia has also not been approved by the FDA.
SSRIs are indicated …

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