This comprehensive and authoritative guide is an indispensable reference, containing all you need to know about healing with complementary and alternative techniques and therapies.  With detailed sections covering Ayurveda, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Traditional Home and Folk Remedies, Homeopathy, Aromatherapy, Flower Remedies, Vitamins and Minerals, and Herbalism, this quick reference family guide includes:  the history and background to each therapy, descriptions of the most useful remedies, a comprehensive list of ailments and suggested treatments, alternative first aid remedies, and how to stock a home healing medicine chest.