Book review: ‘The Modern-Day Guide to Science-Backed Herbal Remedies’ by Dr. Jane Willow PhD

Unlock the healing power of nature with ‘The Modern-Day Guide to Science-Backed Herbal Remedies.’ Photo: Amazon

Dr. Janet Willow, MD, PhD is an award-winning clinical psychologist specializing in the psychological treatment of anxiety, ADHD, depression and other mental health conditions. With decades of experience, she is a leader in her field and widely recognized for her passion to help clients achieve optimal mental health. Her approach to therapy focuses on not just eliminating symptoms but also helping clients understand how they relate to their environment, making lasting changes that can improve overall life satisfaction. Her new book “The Modern-Day Guide to Science-Backed Herbal Remedies” is an essential guide to help readers discover the healing power of nature. (Amazon, 2024)

“The Modern-Day Guide to Science-Backed Herbal Remedies” – discover the fascinating world of herbal medicine and harness the therapeutic potential of plants with this groundbreaking book. It bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science, providing readers with a comprehensive and accessible guide to natural healing.

The material discussed includes an in-depth exploration of the historical and cultural significance of herbal medicine, the science behind the healing properties of plants, detailed profiles of over 50 medicinal herbs, including their therapeutic uses and preparation methods, step-by-step instructions for crafting your own herbal remedies, from teas and essences to salves and syrups, practical advice on incorporating herbs into your daily wellness routine, and an extensive reference section with the latest research and clinical studies on herbal medicine.

This book contains everything you ever wanted to know about herbal remedies. In Chapter 1: Introduction to Herbal Medicine, the author explains how she became interested in the healing power of plants when as a child, she watched her grandmother enjoy a cup of chamomile and mint tea. Even after she got her scientific education, her fascination with herbal remedies lingered and she was determined to find a connection between both of them. In Chapter 2: The Science Behind Herbal Medicine, she takes readers on a journey to discover the science behind herbal remedies, while Chapter 3: History of Herbal Medicine gives the history of herbal medicine that proves that humans have always had a connection to the natural world.

The rest of the book is divided as follows:

Chapter 4 Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability – Honoring the Earth, Ensuring the Future
Chapter 5 Safety First: Understanding Herbal Contraindications
Chapter 6 The Herbal Apothecary
Chapter 7 Herbal Remedies for Digestive Health
Chapter 8 Herbal Remedies for Muscle Pain
Chapter 9 Herbal Remedies for Respiratory Illness
Chapter 10 Herbal Remedies for Cuts and Bruises
Chapter 11 Herbal Remedies for Mood Enhancement
Chapter 12 Herbal Remedies to Strengthen Immunity
Chapter 13 Herbal Remedies to Improve Sleep
Conclusion

From the science behind herbal medicine, to tips on setting up your own apothecary and herbal remedies for different types of ailments, there is so much useful information for readers of all levels. Whether you are just interested in the history portion or are looking for specific remedies, this is a must-read book. It is well researched and put together and is easy to understand without using complicated medical terms. Readers interested in wellness and herbal remedies should definitely add it to their reading list.

*The author received a copy of this book for an honest review. The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to her.

Rating: 4 out of 5.
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New book release: ‘Fix Your Back Like An Architect’ by Marian Jodlowski

‘Fix Your Back Like An Architect’ by Marian Jodlowski. Photo: Amazon

Marian Jodlowski is a Master of Science in Architecture graduate from the Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice. He also completed postgraduate studies at the Warsaw University of Technology. At age 55, he suffered from acute spinal disc disease, which temporarily prevented him from walking; after contracting this illness, Marian became interested in the mechanics of human movement. This interest resulted, among other things, from the fact that the treatment offered by the academic health service was ineffective in his case, and he considered spinal surgery a last resort. In this situation, he started looking for specialists offering alternative treatments. In his book “Fix Your Back Like An Architect: Gravity Therapy of the Spine and Motor Organs,” the author explains how he overcame acute spinal disease and returned to everyday life. He also shares how he strengthened his body so that even many years after the onset of the disease, he no longer feels discomfort. It is available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback format. (Marian Jodlowski, 2023)

During his treatment, some of the specialists’ methods had some positive results, while others did not. None of them fully identified the causes of the disease or offered a comprehensive cure. Due to Marian’s profession and technical experience, he increasingly perceived the human body as a complicated spatial mechanical system affected by Earth’s gravity, similar to the static and mechanical engineering objects functioning on Earth. Such well-proportioned objects with logically juxtaposed structural elements operating by the laws of physics function very well and are less unreliable than those without such features. Recognizing the above relationships and many others related to conditions in the field of academic and alternative medicine allowed him to formulate many important indications regarding the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the spine and musculoskeletal system. Thanks to their use, the author not only managed to avoid spinal surgery, but many years after acute disc disease of the spine, he does not feel any related ailments. His well-being is much better than a dozen years ago.

“Fix Your Back Like An Architect: Gravity Therapy of the Spine and Motor Organs” – Most musculoskeletal dysfunctions arise from a chronic lack of gravitational tension in some muscles and over-tension in others. They usually result from habitual abuse of incorrect, often favorite body positions and because of using faulty movement patterns in everyday life. Such dysfunctions can begin gradually in childhood and become fixed for longer just as quickly. Therefore, in such cases, it is equally important to identify these problems according to the rules presented in the book and to proceed to their elimination immediately. In a healthy adult, musculoskeletal disorders usually develop much more slowly. However, if they are not eliminated in advance, they are constantly deepening, worsening a person’s well-being and even preventing them from functioning properly in everyday life.

As the leading cause of diseases of the spine and musculoskeletal system, the author presented chronic muscle tension disorders caused by the action of incorrect vectors of forces caused by gravity and ground resistance. In connection with the mechanism causing bone deformities, according to the Delpech-Wolff Law, which explains the causes of even severe skeletal deformities.

The author also indicates how the poor functioning of the muscular system during everyday activities affects the occurrence of diseases of the spine and musculoskeletal system.

Acute pain is the body’s alarm signal and should not always be eliminated too often with painkillers. However, comprehensive methods leading to the fastest possible healing of inflammation should be used. Progressive natural pain relief is a signal to undertake other forms of treatment, including active therapy involving moderate corrective exercises.

The author’s knowledge and experience presented in this book can save you from making many hasty decisions about how to treat your conditions, including risky back or joint surgery. In addition to the systemic knowledge about rebuilding the body, you will receive many practical tips to reduce your daily ailments and contribute to your recovery.

Without knowing the principles in this book, it is difficult to imagine keeping the body in good shape and avoiding the destructive influence of gravity on the body, which lasts for years. On the other hand, without using the crucial tips on exercise techniques contained in it, it is difficult to rebuild the body and effectively eliminate dysfunctions and deformities of the body caused by its incorrect use.

In the book, you will read, among other things:

  • How children with a weaker mitochondrial genome can avoid severe developmental defects such as scoliosis, general physical underdevelopment, and other musculoskeletal defects. How these children can match the level of physical development of other peers by consciously using the forces of gravity.
  • How the proper use of gravitational energy in an almost imperceptible way shapes the correct body posture in people with particular genetic predispositions. How effectively it affects the development of their muscular system, vitality, and health, and what should be done not only not to waste this potential but also to effectively use it for further strengthening of the body.
  • How adults can avoid conditions such as musculoskeletal pain, disc herniation, joint degradation, and general body weakness.
  • What are the causes of the loss of motor skills in seniors and the general decline in health with age. Moreover, what are the indications of how to stop these changes to maintain fitness and health until old age.
  • Why activities such as walking, running, sitting, bending the body, doing squats, and lifting weights should, in most cases, be done differently from what is generally recommended.
  • How to maintain high physical and intellectual fitness thanks to man’s conscious acquisition of energy in the biological and gravitational cycle.
  • How, through the action of gravity, in some body positions, there is a negative shaping of muscle tension, which causes the weakening of vitality and human health, and how can we prevent it.
  • Why many of the recommended ways to exercise in a variety of sports, including bodybuilding and weightlifting, often lead to health loss rather than health improvement.

** Excerpts available ***

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