The Juicing Bible Author:Pat Crocker, Susan Eagles The healing and therapeutic values of juicing has been widely reported over the past decade. Many ingredients found in your local grocery and health/alternative store have been shown to significantly help and improve certain health concerns with a daily juicing regimen. "The Juicing Bible" is designed to appeal to people who believe juicing is ... more »a healthy alternative and for those who are interested in learning about how to begin juicing and incorporating it into their lives. Juices, teas, bitters, tonics, smoothies, and roughies can all be made with simple, delicious, easy to follow recipes. Many of your questions and concerns about such ailments as high cholesterol, colitis, and gallstones can be found within the pages of "The Juicing Bible." We even have a recipe to relieve a hangover! "The Juicing Bible" is comprised of easy to follow sections. Section One lists the properties and healing qualities of almost 100 herbs, fruits, and vegetables. The second section lists 60 common ailments and the recipes specifically created to alleviate these conditions. The final section contains over 150 delicious recipes and even suggests which types of juices work well during specific times of the year. While almost everyone knows about the therapeutic value of echinacea in treating colds and flu, did you know that thyme relieves coughs, throat infections and bronchitis? Or that cinnamon promotes digestion and relieves nausea? Just by using an apple in your juice, you help to lower your cholesterol, maintain blood glucose levels and aid digestion. The simple carrot is a titan among vegetables: it contains antioxidants, anti-cancer, artery-protecting, and immune boosting properties. Carrots also help to counter the formation of kidney stones and relieve arthritis and gout. Juicing alone will not guarantee good health and wellness, so "The Juicing Bible" also provides information about other positive lifestyle initiatives which can impact on disease. Stress management, relaxation exercises, yoga, and the avoidance of toxins are all part of the wealth of information found within its pages.« less