Ginseng Books

You're as young as you feel! And you can feel years younger as you apply the soothing secrets of the ancient Asian Ginseng plant. Every part of the Ginseng, from the tips of its roots to its stems and leaves, possesses the power to heal illness and relieve pain. Try the tasty, healthy recipes for preparing a variety of fresh and dried teas, along with powders to mix in soups, salads, and main dishes, plus tonics and tablets for easy use. You'll see improvement in a range of physical problems, including relief from muscle tiredness, headaches, impotence, menopausal stress, and immune system weakness. 96 pages (all in color), 6 1/4 x 8 3/4.

Discover the secrets of energy, vitality, and improved health.

For thousands of years, Eastern societies have known about the astounding healing properties of ginseng, a root herb with a multitude of medicinal uses, from combating fatigue to regulating blood pressure to restoring sexual function. Word has only recently spread to Western culture about the benefits of ginseng, but already it's the second-most popular herb in the U.S. Is ginseng right for you? If you're looking for a safe, effective, natural alternative to traditional medicine, or simply searching for a tincture to improve overall function and well-being, the answer could be yes.

This comprehensive guidebook includes:

-The history, folklore, and legends surrounding ginseng
-How the herb works in the body
-The various types of ginseng and how they differ
-The many uses of ginseng
-Health and energy plans
-Who should and shouldn't use ginseng
-Dosage information
-And much, much more!

Put down that cup of coffee and discover the secrets of ginseng!

The Book of Ginseng: And Other Chinese Herbs for Vitality A doctor of pharmacology examines the healing properties of vitalizing plant substances known in China as the "kingly remedies." Chief among these is the ginseng root, esteemed by the Chinese for almost seven thousand years as the most omnipotent of medicinal herbs. Fulder discusses the other kingly remedies, or harmony plants, which--like ginseng--act safely and with no debilitating side effects to revitalize the body's immune system.

More than 50,000 copies sold in previous editions (previous title: The Tao of Medicine).

A widely recognized authority on ginseng, author Stephen Fulder was interviewed for an article on ginseng that appeared in the Wall Street Journal in November, 1992.

Confronted with the astronomical costs of medical care and the limitations of conventional medicine in treating immune deficiency diseases, Westerners are discovering the efficacy of plant medicines.

Ginseng and Aspirin: Healthcare Alternatives for Aging Chinese in New York (Anthropology of Contemporary Issues) Navigating the maze of modern American health care is rarely easy; those who enter it are confronted with a dizzying array of specialists, practitioners, and clinics from which to choose, and are forced to make decisions regarding drugs and treatments about which they may know very little. For immigrants, finding their way can be difficult--especially for those to whom Western medicine is itself unfamiliar.

In this engaging, accessible, and detail-rich book, Zibin Guo narrates elderly Chinese immigrants' response to contemporary American medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes self-care and the medicinal value of foods and herbs; American doctors' responses to the ailments of their Chinese patients can seem impersonal and unnecessarily interventionist. Distrust, expense, and problems of communication and interpretation often frustrate both patient and practitioner.

Guo paints a picture of a population that, despite its outward appearance of homogeneity, demonstrates a surprisingly wide variety of health-care knowledge, practice, and belief. Using case materials and interviews, he analyzes the blend of folk treatments and respect for Western science that coexist in the health care regimens of these elderly Chinese immigrants.

The Healing Power of Ginseng & the Tonic Herbs: The Enlightened Person's Guide (The Healing Power) Work, stress, junk food, caffeine, colds, late nights, and all the other challenges our bodies face everyday can take their toll, depleting the basic vital energy the Chinese call chi. Ginseng and the tonic herbs—especially when combined with changes in diet and lifestyle—can replenish depleted chi, restoring balance in the body, invigorating the immune system, and enhancing strength and stamina.

Author Paul Bergner explains the Chinese holistic approach to health in simple terms, describing how to use ginseng and the tonic herbs for the best possible results. Athletes will want to use ginseng to improve endurance. People recovering from illness will find it builds strength, vitality, and resilience. Women can use tonic herbs to ease the symptoms of menopause, and men can use them to increase sperm count and sex drive. In fact, just about anyone can improve his or her helath with tonic herbs—this book shows you how.

About the Author

Paul Bergner is an herbalist and author of The Healing Power of Garlic. He is clinic director at the Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies in Boulder, Colorado, and an editor of Medical Herbalism and Clinical Nutrition Update.

Ginseng Dreams: The Secret World of America's Most Valuable Plant For thousands of years, cultures around the world have relied on herbal medicine for healing. Only recently have Americans flocked to once-suspect botanical treatments for the promise of good health and longevity. Among the most treasured of these plants is American ginseng, revered by millions of Asians as a virtual panacea that sustains every system of the human body.

In Ginseng Dreams, Kristin Johannsen chronicles the remarkable world of the mysterious plant that commands as much as two thousand dollars a pound. She unfolds ginseng's history and its future through the stories of seven people whose lives center on it: a huckster, a field researcher, a farmer, a ginseng "missionary," a criminal investigator, a broker, and a cancer researcher. Each of them brings a different perspective to the elusive root—and each is consumed by a different dream.

Despite its venerable past and medicinal promise, American ginseng faces an uncertain future. Urban sprawl and environmental destruction threaten its fragile forest habitat, and the law provides little recourse against ginseng thieves who roam the backwoods. One step away from endangered species status, this precious plant of so much promise could soon be lost to us forever.

Ginseng Dreams tells the extraordinary story of a natural treasure and the spell it casts on those who seek it.

Increased libido by 180%
Increased number and mobility of sperm
Reduced blood pressure
Decreased anxiety and stress

Maca grows in the harshest, most difficult farmlands in the world, where scarcely no other crop plant can grow. Native Peruvians have used Maca as food and medicine since before the Incas. It's value to relieve health problems caused by stress is just as important today as it was then! This booklet reviews Macas three major benefits as:

- A hormonal balancer/regulator
- An adaptogen supporting the entire endocrine system, especially the adrenal glands, reducing the effects of stress on the body
- A sexual stimulant and fertility aid

The Chinese Almanac 2008 The Chinese Almanac is both a health guide and a unique planning tool. It is based on the ancient Chinese science of long-term forecasting and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Here you will find predictions for the coming year about the weather, crops, livestock, human relations, natural disasters, health and illnesses, stocks, business trends and more. You will also find much practical information on health, nutrition and the prevention of illnesses, with short, easy-to-read articles on topics such as: How wind causes illness, New Year's Resolutions, How to treat an upset stomach, A better cold remedy, The middle way, The key to health, The connection between flavours and organs, and many more. The Chinese Almanac is a guide you simply cannot afford to pass up!

Ginseng, the Divine Root: The Curious History of the Plant That Captivated the World The story behind ginseng is as remarkable as the root itself. Prized for its legendary curative powers, ginseng launched the rise to power of China's last great dynasty; inspired battles between France and England; and sparked a boom in Minnesota comparable to the California Gold Rush. It has made and broken the fortunes of many and has inspired a subculture in rural America unrivaled by any herb in the plant kingdom.
Today ginseng is at the very center of alternative medicine, believed to improve stamina, relieve stress, stimulate the immune system, enhance mental clarity, and restore well-being. It is now being studied by medical researchers for the treatment of cancer, diabetes, and Parkinson's disease.
In Ginseng, the Divine Root, David Taylor tracks the path of this fascinating plant—from the forests east of the Mississippi to the bustling streets of Hong Kong and the remote corners of China. He becomes immersed in a world full of wheelers, dealers, diggers, and stealers, all with a common goal: to hunt down the elusive "Root of Life." Weaving together his intriguing adventures with ginseng's rich history, Taylor uncovers a story of international crime, ancient tradition, botany, herbal medicine, and the vagaries of human nature.

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