Western Herbs for Martial Artists and Contact Athletes: Effective Treatments for

Description: Western Herbs for Martial Artists and Contact Athletes by Susan Lynn Peterson, Carolyn Dean Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. It discusses the evidence for their effectiveness, the evidence for their safety, and how specifically to use them to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Herbs for bruises, sprains, strains, dislocations, breathing, adrenaline, and more!Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. As ever more martial artists train in the West, interest in Western herbs grows. This book investigates sixty-four herbs that are readily available in North America and Europe. For each herb it discusses the evidence for its effectiveness, the evidence for its safety, and how specifically to use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. Even the beginner will be able to choose an herb to meet a specific training need, purchase a good quality portion of that herb, prepare it, and use it safely. Author Biography Susan Lynn Peterson Ph.D. holds a 5th degree black belt in Shuri-ryu karate, author of five books, including two martial arts, and an award winning theology text. She is a contributing writer to martial arts magazines and health & fitness websites. Peterson has spent many years and thousands of hours investigating the way herbs have been used in various cultures to treat injuries. Susan teaches karate and operates her communications business in Tucson Arizona. Review "In one volumne, accurate and dependable Western herbs that are safe and effective treatments for sports injuries. A wonderful job. Carolyn Dean is the author of The Magnesium Miracle and Solve it with Supplements." -- Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D. "Destined to become an instant classic both for herbalists and martial artist." -- David H. Price, L. Ac., M.O.M., B.A., September 2010 "Well researched and concise...Provides an accessible alternative to Chinese herbal medicine for the author and martial artist." -- Tom Bisio, author of A Tooth from the Tigers Mouth "Well researched, practical, helpful and informative. This book has earned a place on my bookshelf." -- Jennifer Lawler, author of Martial Arts for Dummies "This book will be treasured...Destined to become a classic." -- Brigitte Mars, author of The Country Almanac of Home Remedies "...a great read for martial artists, contact athletes, people with injuries, and anyone interested in herbal treatment. The spectrum of herbal remedies described here will arouse interest in the most skeptical mind." -- Richard Skaff, Book Reviewer for ForeWord Reviews Long Description USA Best Books Award WINNER - 2011Eric Hoffer Award 1ST RUNNER UP - 2011IPs Highlighted Title Award EDITORS CHOICE - 2011IPs Living Now Award EDITORS CHOICE - 2011Healing with herbs has long been a tradition in the martial arts. Most martial artists are aware of this legacy; few are fortunate to study with teachers who understand and can teach the traditional Chinese formulas. The rest of us pick up what we can, whereever we can. This book is for the rest of us. Western Herbs for Martial Artists and Contact Athletes explores herbs that are readily available in the West. Sixty-four herbs common to Europe and North America are considered. Each herb is examined for its effectiveness, safety, and how to specifically use it to enhance martial arts and contact sports training. Readers will be able to choose an herb to meet a specific need, understand how to purchase it, prepare it, and use it safely. This book will be an asset for your library, dont put it on the bottom shelf, because you will refer to it often. Review Quote Well researched, practical, helpful and informative. This book has earned a place on my bookshelf. Jennifer Lawler is the author of Martial Arts for Dummies. Details ISBN1594391971 Short Title WESTERN HERBS FOR MARTIAL ARTI Publisher YMAA Publication Center Language English ISBN-10 1594391971 ISBN-13 9781594391972 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2010 Imprint YMAA Publication Center Subtitle Effective Treatments for Common Sports Injuries Place of Publication MA Country of Publication United States DEWEY 617.1027 Pages 374 UK Release Date 2010-09-16 NZ Release Date 2010-09-16 Author Carolyn Dean Audience General AU Release Date 2010-12-07 Publication Date 2010-10-14 US Release Date 2010-10-14 Edition Description New edition Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159555229;

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