Ritual Wellness: Adaptogens
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A practitioner of herbal healing offers a fascinating introduction to adaptogenic herbs, including what they are and how they can improve your life.
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Adriana Ayales, a native of Costa Rica, dedicated herself to the study of plants and healing from a young age. Her work merges rainforest tribal-style botany with classic European alchemy, bridging the gap between indigenous medicine and Western practices. This approach offers a unique synthesis of ancient knowledge and modern healing. Her writing invites readers to explore the interconnectedness of nature and well-being.
- 2019
- 2016
Healing tonics : next-level juices, smoothies, and elixirs for health and wellness
- 211 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Be your own kitchen doctor! Adriana Ayales grew up near the rainforest, where her grandmother set her on the path to herbal healing. Now she runs one of Brooklyn’s most popular juice bars—and she’s also deeply knowledgeable about the rainforest’s fruits, botanicals, and other exotic ingredients. With this guide she passes on her knowledge of ethnobotanical customs, soul cleansing, and therapeutic cooking. Ayales explores the role of superfoods and superherbs and presents traditional recipes that embody ancient ways—including medicinal juicing for relaxation and rejuvenation, next-level cleansing, and infusions and teas to nourish body and soul. Enjoy a Cacao & Reishi Energy Elixir, make herbal extracts, learn cold-pressing techniques, and whip up a headache cure. These special, sometimes sacred formulas will help empower your life with vibrant creativity and health.
