The Jamaican Herbal Remedy Encyclopedia
eBook - ePub

The Jamaican Herbal Remedy Encyclopedia

Over 100 Herbs & Natural Remedies for Healing Common Ailments

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eBook - ePub

The Jamaican Herbal Remedy Encyclopedia

Over 100 Herbs & Natural Remedies for Healing Common Ailments

About this book

? The Jamaican Herbal Remedy Encyclopedia:

1000 Natural Solutions for Everyday Ailments, Rooted in Jamaican Tradition

Tired of treating symptoms instead of solving the root cause of illness? Ready to explore nature's original medicine cabinet?

This is your complete guide to healing naturally, grounded in the rich herbal traditions of Jamaica and designed for the modern reader seeking safe, effective alternatives to pharmaceuticals.

Inside, you'll unlock:

? 97 Medicinal Herb Profiles — Featuring scientific names, traditional uses, healing properties, and cultural context, from Cerasee to Guinea Hen Weed.
? Simple, Proven Remedies — Natural treatments for colds, high blood pressure, digestive issues, cold sores, herpes, and more.
? Vivid, Full-Color Photographs — Easily identify each herb with stunning images that bring Jamaica's healing flora to life.
? Step-by-Step Preparation Guides — Learn how to safely make herbal teas, tinctures, infusions, and poultices without confusion.
? Practical Usage Tips — Understand dosage, safety, and how to combine herbs for best results—whether you're a beginner or experienced herbal user.

From the antioxidant-rich Moringa to the time-tested Turmeric, every entry is packed with information to help you take charge of your well-being naturally.

Written by Nebuchadnezzar Mark, a lifelong herbalist and guardian of Jamaican ancestral knowledge, this book combines over 15 years of hands-on experience with a deep respect for cultural healing traditions. His goal is simple: to restore health, naturally—one remedy at a time.

Whether you're building your home apothecary, seeking natural alternatives for chronic conditions, or simply curious about the power of herbs, this encyclopedia is the trusted resource you'll return to again and again.

Reclaim your wellness. Embrace nature. Start healing today—with the wisdom of Jamaica in your hands.

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Table of contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Part I: Roots of Jamaican Herbalism
  3. Chapter 1: Island Apothecary – Geography, Climate & Plant Diversity of Jamaica
  4. Chapter 2: From Taíno to Rastafari — 500 Years of Healing Traditions
  5. Chapter 3: Maroon Medicine Chests & African Memory Plants
  6. Chapter 4: Colonial Botanical Gardens and the Birth of Scientific Herbalism
  7. Chapter 5: Regulation, Research & the Modern Jamaican Herbal Market
  8. Part II: Principles & Practice
  9. Chapter 6: Energetics in the Humid Tropics — Cooling, Heating, Drying & Moistening Herbs
  10. Chapter 7: Ethical Wild-Harvesting and Sustainable Cultivation
  11. Chapter 8: Post-Harvest Handling: Drying, Storing & Quality Control
  12. Chapter 9: Dosage Math: Folk Measures vs. Weight-to-Volume Standards
  13. Chapter 10: Safety, Contraindications & Drug-Herb Interactions
  14. Chapter 11: Record-Keeping – Building Your Own Herbal Compendium
  15. Part III: Herbal Compendium
  16. Chapter 12: 97 Jamaican Medicinal Plants
  17. Part IV: Remedies for Common Sicknesses
  18. Chapter 13: Kitchen-Cupboard Cures: Culinary Herbs as Medicine
  19. Chapter 14: Colds, Flu & Respiratory Blends (bush teas, syrups, steams)
  20. Chapter 15: Digestive Bitters & Liver Tonics
  21. Chapter 16: Skin, Wound & Musculoskeletal Applications
  22. Chapter 17: Women’s Health across the Lifespan
  23. Chapter 18: Men’s Vitality & Prostate Support
  24. Chapter 19: Children’s Gentle Remedies
  25. Chapter 20: Whole-Body Herbal Toolkit: Chronic Illness Care, Tropical First-Aid & Mind Balance
  26. Part V: Formulations & Preparations
  27. Chapter 21: Practical Crafting of Jamaican Herbal Medicines
  28. Chapter 22: Site Selection, Soil & Rainwater Management
  29. Chapter 23: Propagation, Seed-Saving & Backyard Agro-ecology
  30. Conclusion
  31. Appendix
  32. Appendix A-1Herb ⇄ Ailment Quick-Look Matrix
  33. Appendix B: Glossary of Botanical & Medical Terms
  34. Appendix C: Metric ⇄ Imperial Conversions & Latin Pronunciation Key
  35. Appendix D: Further Reading, Research Centers & Jamaican Suppliers
  36. About The Author