Ancient Medicine

Taking a thematic rather than strictly chronological approach, W. F. Bynum, explores the key turning points in the history of Western medicine - such as the first surgical procedures, the advent of hospitals, the introduction of anesthesia, X-Rays, vaccinations, and many other innovations, as well as the rise of experimental medicine. The book also explores Western medicine's encounters with Chinese and Indian medicine, as well as nontraditional treatments such as homeopathy, chiropractic, and other alternative medicines. 

The safe, natural alternative to the dangers of prescription meds, conventional personal care products, and common household cleaners. In their quest to help people around the world discover healing and a vibrant life, health experts and best-selling authors Dr. Josh Axe, Jordan Rubin, and Ty Bollinger have joined forces to share this important message: Essential oils are one of the most powerful forms of plant-based medicine in the world, and they may be the crucial missing piece of your wellness program!

Why is ancient medicine the best medicine? Simply because it's been around for so long. Most drugs that your doctor will prescribe are produced in a lab and sold by large drug companies. Of course, these drugs have their place and do save some a lot of people from death or chronic illness. However, what is concerning is that so many ailments can be healed and so many symptoms can be eased by merely checking out what is already in your spice cabinet.

Ayurveda is the oldest known medical science, taking a total holistic approach to life and wellbeing. It brings equilibrium by diving deep into gut health and balancing the three energy forces known as 'doshas'. These doshas give rise to your unique physical, emotional, and mental...

Immerse yourself in the history of medicine - a colourful story of skill, serendipity, trial and error, moments of genius, and dogged determination. From traditional Chinese medicine to today's sophisticated gene therapies and robotic surgery, A Short History of Medicine combines riveting...

An accessible guide to more than 90 of the most important and groundbreaking milestones in the history of medicine, and the people behind them. How are illnesses diagnosed? When did the first successful organ transplant take place? Why are some pandemics so deadly? This audiobook explores big...

Step into a world of ancient wisdom and mystical practices, where the secrets of self-transformation and holistic wellness await your discovery. Immerse yourself in the forgotten remedies and lost traditions that have guided black women and curious others towards deep inner health and cultural empowerment for centuries.

In 2010, Nick Polizzi did something unimaginable. He assembled a group of eight desperately ill patients from around the world and brought them into the heart of the Amazon rainforest to put the mysterious medicines of native shamans to the test. The healing journey that unfolded would change...

In African Herbal Medicine: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing, discover the powerful healing properties of 8 essential African herbs used for generations to treat ailments and restore balance. This comprehensive guide reveals the art of preparing tinctures, poultices, infusions, and more to promote physical, mental, and spiritual health. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a beginner, you'll find everything you need to integrate these remedies into your daily life.

Reclaim your daily energy and balance through the restorative power of holistic health and ancient alternative medicine. Whether you are unwinding from a stressful commute, struggling with restless sleep, or seeking a calm morning routine, these grounded practices seamlessly integrate into...

How can we be healthy in a world shaped by disconnection and injustice? And what if the medicines we need to heal have always been within and around us? Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark—integrative medicine physician, thought leader, and activist—describes a profound reimagining of what medicine can be...

Embrace the ancient secrets of chocolate and be on your way to inner peace and a more balanced life.

The Lost Book of Ancient Herbal Remedies Revived brings that timeless knowledge back to life, guiding you to rediscover the healing traditions of the past.

Uncover the chilling roots of medical history, where the Victorian line between healing and harm was dangerously thin. Whether you are fueling a macabre curiosity or seeking a gripping listen for your commute, this immersive narrative plunges you directly into cramped parlors, brutal asylums...

Explores hidden soul-healing practices including dream incubation and interpretation as well as sacred pilgrimage Examines how dreams, visions, and other non-normative events reveal the conditions needed to restore the soul and facilitate healing Includes successful healing...

I am tired of relying on pharmaceuticals and chemicals to deal with every day common illness, from a cold to a headache to high blood pressure. Every medication we use, no matter how common or well-researched, comes with intended and unintended effects. Some of these effects, such as the intended effects, are desired, like pain relief when taking pain relief medication. The problem is the unintended effects these medications cause in the body.

Bestselling author Dr. Josh Axe explains how to treat more than seventy diseases, lose weight, and increase vitality with traditional healing practices passed down through the ages. “Engaging, accessible and comprehensive.” —Amy Myers, MD, author of The Autoimmune Solution Long before the...

This comprehensive sound healing collection, based on thousands of transformative client sessions, delves deep into the practices at the heart of ThetaHealing. It equips you with powerful tools for self-healing, offering a pathway to profound change. ThetaHealing is a form of applied quantum physics. By accessing the theta brain wave—a state previously believed to be achievable only in deep sleep or advanced meditation—you can connect with the universal energy that infuses all existence.

Vipassana has as its goal the ability to change your heart and mind. It puts you on a path, a way of life that is healthy for body, mind, and spirit. From the healthy way of life, both physical and mental health benefits may flow. But the goal is not any specific physical health or mental health 'fix', but a path of life itself. How one learns to follow the path - and what else begins to happen - is the focus of these public talks given in 2007 by Paul Fleischman in Europe in America, and now finally collected together in one audiobook.

Journey through the medical history of Ancient China, where spiritual rituals transformed into clinical healing science. Perfect for your commute, this immersive narrative transports you to smoky courtyards and imperial palaces where early healers battled disease and mortality. Experience the...