Stefan Mager

Meditation is a valuable tool, used for thousands of years to calm the mind and promote emotional and physical wellbeing. It is designed to focus attention on the present moment. It is also an effective way to reduce stress. The Aracaria Meditation Guide contains simple, easy to follow meditation techniques designed to assist the secular meditator to acquire the beneficial...

A useful and convenient overview of the important acid/alkaline food balance. A four-page table sets out 380 of the most common foods and their respective alkaline/acid producing capacities. This chart will assist in selecting balanced foods at a glance. There is a detailed explanation of the pH scale and a food combining chart and table. This guide belongs in every...

Alternative medicine includes a variety of healing practices that do not fall within the realm of conventional medicine. Many of these healing systems are based on historical and cultural traditions. The focus is on natural practices that aim to prevent disease or return the body to health with non-invasive methods. Alternative medicines attempt to heal the body as a whole...

A concise and informative overview of three fascinating subjects, presented in one eight-page fold-out chart with many colourful illustrations. Read about the practical uses of essential oils, popular carrier oils, the best house cleaning oils, and the best oils for emotional conditions. Discover the best ways of using essential oils and the top repellents to use at home, for your...

A concise and informative overview of three fascinating subjects, presented in one eight-page fold-out chart with many colourful illustrations. Ayurveda Made Easy profiles the Three Doshas, Characteristics of Each Dosha, Associated Health Problems, and Dosha Related Diet. Colour Psychology explains the symbolism of colour, positive and negative associations, Colour used in Space, and gemstone associations. Dream Interpretation outlines the Stage...

The Sanskrit word chakra means 'wheel', 'disc', or 'wheel of light', referring to energy points or nodes in the 'subtle body'. The chakras appear as wheel-like vortices of pure energy. They spin at great speed and in a deeply spiritual person they may become spheres of radiant light energy. Each chakra has its own purpose, association, and connection, representing different...

Juicing is the process of extracting juice from fruit or vegetables. Juicing has become a popular way of supplying excellent nutrition to the body. For some people, it is a convenient way of consuming fruit and vegetables. For others, it helps with weight management. Juicing assists with absorbing all the nutrients from fruit and vegetables and allows consumption of larger...

Aracaria Crystal & Gemstone Guide by Stefan Mager explores the fascinating world of GEMSTONES and CRYSTALS, which are pieces of minerals divided into precious and semi-precious stones. Broadly speaking, diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald are considered 'precious', while all others are semi-precious. Gemologists identify stones by their chemical composition, their crystal structure, and their habit, which refers to the location...

Good nutrition is about finding the right balance between carbohydrates, protein, fat, fibre, and micronutrients. Good nutrition reflects not only on the body but also on its appearance. Eyes, skin, hair, and teeth are indicators of how well the body is nourished. Diet Essentials provides a comprehensive overview of the components that determine nutrition. It is designed as a quick...

The Buddhist premises, although deceptively simple in their presentation, are highly advanced psychological propositions. Essential Elements of Buddhism presents the foundations of Buddhist thinking in clear terms with some simple diagrammatic illustrations. This new guide is designed to help a student remember the essential points and the natural flow of the ideas, leading to a broader, more detailed study.

Fermentation refers to the transformative action of micro-organisms. The term is usually used in relation to food. Generally, vegetables exposed to air will develop moulds which will spoil them. Fermentation deprives vegetables of oxygen by submerging them into a liquid and changes the environment in a way that allows certain bacteria to thrive and prevents others from growing. Skilful manipulation...

Food additives are substances added to food to enhance taste and appearance, improve shelf life, and assist in the manufacturing process. Factory-made foods dominate supermarket shelves and, as a result, chemical additives have become a part of the modern diet. The more processed a food, the more additives can be found. University studies conclusively indicate that many food additives are...

If you are gluten sensitive, have an allergic reaction to gluten, or are a potential coeliac disease sufferer, knowing how to embark on a reduced-gluten or gluten-free diet may become crucial to your health. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. It gives bread elasticity and, for many people, eating foods that contain gluten is not a...

Hallucinogenic plants are among the oldest sources of drugs employed by humankind. Natural hallucinogens are limited to a small number of organic compounds found in plants. They can be extremely dangerous when taken internally. Aracaria Hallucinogenic Plants Guide introduces 80 well-known hallucinogenic plants for cultural information purposes only. All the plants are dangerous and their use can be potentially fatal....

Aracaria Practical Feng Shui Chinese Astrology Chinese Face Reading is an engaging A4, eight-page, fold-out chart that is perfect for anyone interested in the ancient practices of Feng Shui, Chinese Astrology, and Chinese Face Reading. This full-colour, laminated chart is both functional and visually appealing. Each section is fully illustrated, providing a practical and comprehensive guide to these fascinating topics....

A raw food diet should include a selection of raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and sprouted whole grains. Understanding the principles of raw food and incorporating them, at least to some extent, into the daily diet routine will bring immediate health benefits, add life-energy, and provide a feeling of lightness, vitality, and well-being. Aracaria Raw Food Guide presents a useful...

This guide includes an explanation of the Emotional Freedom Technique, an alternative psychotherapy which manipulates the body's energy fields by tapping on acupuncture points while focusing on specific thoughts.

Super foods are foods with exceptional nutritional values and profound health benefits. It is not hard to incorporate these important food sources into the everyday diet with the help of our Aracaria Super Foods Shopping Guide. Over 120 foods are presented, each with a nutritional composition breakdown and a list of health benefits. The foods are categorised into fruits, vegetables,...

Aracaria Universal Astrology Guide presents an insightful exploration into the fascinating world of astrological systems, based on the premise that there is a relationship between astronomical phenomena and the human world. Distinct from astronomy, astrology is a natural science that studies celestial objects in relation to human experience. The roots of western astrology trace back to Mesopotamia in the 2nd...

While millions of people around the world practice yoga every day, few are aware that the term Yoga actually relates to a much broader concept than physical exercises. At its greatest expansion, the purpose of yoga is the development of the mind to a point where the individual's mind merges with the Hindi concept of the Universal Mind. The practice...

The Tarot generally refers to a pack of playing cards commonly numbering 78. Such cards began to appear in the mid-15th century in various parts of Europe and were used to play a variety of games. From the late 18th century, mystics and occultists became interested in the cards and developed them into a tool for divination. The iconography presents...