Guided imagery therapy is a cognitive behavioral technique in which a client is guided through imagining a relaxing scene or series of experiences. Guided imagery reduces stress by effecting the part of the brain that is responsible for processing imagery. This in turn releases brain chemicals that act as the body’s natural brain tranquilizers, lowering […]
The Insomnia Diet
Insomnia is a symptom that has plagued medicine for centuries. Pharmaceuticals, as a sole treatment, continue to be praised as an effective approach, even as the incidence of insomnia exponentially increases. The Insomnia Diet is a comprehensive work, covering topics ranging from the biological processes that constitute the sleep cycle, to the most current conventional […]
The 30-Minute Vegan: Over 175 Quick, Delicious, and Healthy Recipes for Everyday Cooking
Busy vegans, rejoice! award-winning husband and wife chefs/authors Reinfeld and Murray present 150 delicious, easy-to prepare recipes for everyday vegan cooking—all dishes that can be prepared in a half-hour. Sections include The Lighter Side of Life: Smoothies & Satiating Beverages; Snacks, Pick Me Ups & Kids’ Favorites; Lunches: Wraps, Rolls, Bowls, and More; Extraordinary Salads; […]
Fasting in Traditional Tibetan Medicine
The origins of traditional Tibetan medicine (TTM) go back to native shamans in Tibet who used herbs and fasting in their healing practices. The Tibetan medical system combines principles from a variety of ancient medical systems, including Ayurveda and TCM. Tibetan medical practices also include Buddhist religious principles. TTM embraces the traditional Buddhist belief that […]