Download or read book The Practicing Herbalist Thoughts for Meeting with Clients Assessments of the Body written by EarthSong Press and published by . This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What a great accumulation of vital observation and herbal tidbits! This text is a well balanced perspective from a unique blend of teachers combined with real clinical practice. A little Ayerveda, some Chinese, lots of Aromatherapy, Native American, some science and a heavy dose of Folk. Margi has a relaxed way of explaining the energetics of herbs in relation to constitutional body types, organ systems and finding client compliance. It makes for a good read as you tour Margi's office and clinical practice. Her stories enliven a full spectrum of health conditions. The artwork is beautiful and plentiful amid chapters covering therapeutic approaches from cancer to sleep disturbances. Specific diagrams on visual observations are priceless. Start with her biography, how to set up an office, sort information from the client intake, computer skills and billing. Throw in years of studying herbs, supplements, amino acids, their qualities, best combinations, and time of day to consume. Add to that twenty years of attending births as a labor coach, and raising four kids who have grown into wonderful adults. You have a vital reference for all health practitioners or those who want to be.