Product Description

How can you stay naturally "high" and healthy? The quick fixes we use to overcome the stress of our lives often lead us further into fatigue, depression and feelings of lethargy. Caffeine, alcohol and sugar cannot make us feel better, more energetic and sharper for prolonged periods. In "Lifting the Spirit" Penelopy Ody guides us through traditionally herbal remedies that have been used for centuries, by cultures all around the world, to combat stress and to promote a greater feeling of connection to the world around us and to our everyday lives. Included are exotic leaves that can ward of fatigue when chewed, combination of herbs that bring relaxation and potions that heighten feelings of love. These are nature's remedies for Twenty-first century stresses, herbal methods to ease stress-related disorders and to lift our spirits effectively, safely and naturally. There are familiar remedies that have been used around the world for centuries and explanations of how they can best be used today, as well as descriptions of plants that are now growing in popularity everywhere, how to find them and how to use them to improve your mood and motivation

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #913483 in Books
• Published on: 2003-09-18
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

About the Author
Penelope Ody is a leading health writer, a Fellow of the Herb Society and her previous books for Souvenir Press include "Joint Pains" and "Sage"