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This volume provides a practical introduction to aromatherapy. Discover: the physical, emotional and spiritual effects of essential oils; the chemistry of essential oils; how to combine aromatherapy with orthodox medicine; the various techniques for using oils; detailed information on how to relieve specific medical conditions; and aromatherapy for pregnancy, childbirth, babies and children.

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This book will give you a practical introduction to the increasingly popular technique of hand reflexology.

The comprehensive introduction outlines the benefits of hand reflexology on all parts of the body and compares the technique with the better known and more widely practised foot reflexology.

The first chapter gives a brief history of reflexology and puts hand reflexolgy into context.

Chapter two discusses the anatomy of the hands and common problems affecting them.

Chapter three suggests the preparation necessary to get the optimum benefits.

Chapters four to eight give detailed and highly illustrated coverage of the techniques and sequences, with step-by-step instructions.

Chapter nine outlines the seven major chakras and shows how hand reflexology can address imbalances.

Finally, an A-Z of common conditions will enable you to use hand reflexology to keep your friends and family healthy.

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Starting by helping you to understand what's happening in your body, Get Started in Massage will give you practical guidance on how to use massage for therapeutic and healing purposes. Step-by-step guides with diagrams and a breakdown of which oils to use and when accompany sections on sports injuries, massage for pregnancy and babies, and self-massage in this no-nonsense guide to an effective healing art.


NOT GOT MUCH TIME?

One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.


AUTHOR INSIGHTS

Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on
the author's many years of experience.


TEST YOURSELF

Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.


EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of massage.


FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER

Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.


TRY THIS

Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

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Teach Yourself Detox

by Denise Whichello Brown

Published 24 December 2004
Instead of reaching for painkillers for headaches and aches and pains, anti-acids for indigestion, laxatives for constipation, caffeine for tiredness, cigarettes for relaxation, sleeping tablets for insomnia, why not give detoxification a try? "Teach Yourself Detox" is a comprehensive guide to help anyone detox their body, mind and spirit. It is an easy-to-follow, practical book, which will enable readers to feel healthy, happy and energised. Spilt into four sections, the first, main part of the book details how to detox your body by focussing primarily on food intake but also how massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, herbs and exercise can help you to detox. A 21-day detox plan, including recipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as advice on what precautions to take and possible side effects is provided to support the reader throughout a safe and successful detox. The second section focuses on detoxing your mind using meditation, breathing, aromatherapy and Bach Flower Remedies. The third section concentrates on detoxing your spirit with the use of chakra clearing, crystal healing and space clearing.
The final section can be used for reference and covers both juice fasting and water fasting. It also includes useful addresses, websites and other books to help further the interest of the reader. "Teach Yourself Detox" will meet and exceed the expectations of the reader who is looking for the help and support they need to detox. This book provides the guidance, advice and reliable information that is vital in order to detox safely and successfully.

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Indian Head Massage is becoming increasingly popular as an accessible therapy, as it is easy to perform on oneself and others, requires no special equipment and is quick to administer. "Teach Yourself Indian Head Massage" provides a practical introduction to the therapy suitable for all readers. It covers the treatment of others and self-treatment. The book covers: the origins and benefits of the art of Indian head massage; preparation - equipment, atmosphere, positions for treatment, hand exercises and reactions; and, basic techniques: chakra balancing, self massage, and common ailments that respond to Indian head massage.