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Overview:
The Perfect Balance Between the Latest Research and Age-Old Wisdom...This completely revised and expanded second edition of the classic reference work arms you with the latest information on the extraordinary healing powers of natural medicine. Michael Murray and Joseph Pizzorno, tow of the most trusted naturopathic doctors in the world, have teamed up once again to bring you cutting-edge natural remedies for the most common ailments.
Easy to understand, a pleasure to read, yet scientifically well researched and documented, this is your complete health adviser to the natural approach to over 70 diseases, from arthritis to varicose veins. In addition, this life-long reference offers important information on:
- The four cornerstones of good health and how to achieve them
- How to enhance your body's key systems
- How to promote good health and increase longevity
Authoritative and up-to-date, the Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine is the essential medical reference no home should be without.
Contents:
| Preface |
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| Acknowledgements |
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| What is Natural Medicine? |
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Part One: The Four Cornerstones of Good Health |
| A Positive Mental Attitude |
| A Healthy Lifestyle |
| A Health Promoting Diet |
| Supplementary Measures |
Part Two: Enhancing Key Body Systems |
| Heart and Cardiovascular Health |
| Detoxification |
| Digestion and Elimination |
| Immune Support |
| Longevity and Life Extension |
| Stress Management |
Part Three: Specific Health Problems |
| Acne |
AIDS and HIV Infection |
Alcoholism |
| Alzheimer's Disease |
Anemia |
Angina |
| Anxiety |
Asthma and Hay Fever |
Attention Deficit Disorders |
| Bipolar (Manic) Depression |
Bladder Infection (Cystitis) |
Boils |
| Bronchitis and Pneumonia |
Candidiasis, Chronic |
Canker Sores |
| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome |
Cataracts |
Celiac Disease |
| Cellulite |
Cerebral Vascular Insufficiency |
Cervical Dysplasia |
| Cholesterol |
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome |
Common Cold |
| Depression |
Diabetes Mellitus |
Diarrhea |
| Ear Infection (Otitis Media) |
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) |
Fibrocystic Breast Disease |
| Fibromyalgia |
Food Allergies |
Gallstones |
| Gout |
Headache |
Heart Disease |
| Hemorrhoids |
Hepatitis |
Herpes |
| High Blood Pressure |
Hives |
Hypoglycemia |
| Hypothyroidism |
Impotence |
Infertility, Male |
| Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
Insomnia |
Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
| Kidney Stones |
Leukoplakia |
Macular Degeneration |
| Menopause |
Menstrual Blood Loss, Excessive |
Migraine Headache |
| Multiple Sclerosis |
Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy |
Obesity |
| Osteoarthritis |
Osteoporosis |
Periodontal Disease |
| Premenstrual Syndrome |
Prostate Enlargement |
Psoriasis |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis |
Rosacea |
Seasonal Affective Disorder |
| Seborrheic Dermatitis |
Sinusitis |
Sore Throat |
| Sports Injuries, Tendinitis, Bursitis |
Ulcers |
Vaginitis |
| Varicose Veins |
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| Glossary |
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| References |
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| Index |
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Book Reviews:
"Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine by Drs. Murray and Pizzorno should be in every home."
-Total Health
"One of the best books on alternative medicine, combining a natural approach with modern scientific knowledge."
- Raleigh Spectator
"What distinguishes this book is that there is always a clear discussion of the causes of a disease and extensive references."
- Library Journal
"Authoritative Information."
- Your Health
"This book is the answer!...This is an excellent piece of work and good to have for everyday use...Thoroughly researched."
- Janice M. Dinsdale, Northeast Herbal Association
Author Bios:
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Joseph E. Pizzorno, Jr., N.D., appointed by President Clinton in December 2000 to the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy and by the Bush administration to the Medicare Coverage Advisory Committee in November 2002, is one of hate world's leading authorities on science-based natural medicine. A physician, educator, researcher and expert spokesperson, Dr. Pizzorno is founding president of Bastyr University. He is Editor of Integrative Medicine: A Clinician's Journal and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Institute for Functional Medicine. Licensed as a naturopathic physician in Washington State since 1975, he has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors for his academic, professional and public affairs leadership. Dr. Pizzorno is the co-author of the internationally acclaimed Textbook of Natural Medicine, the best-selling Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine (1,000,000 copies in six languages), and five other books. |
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Michael T. Murray, N.D., is one of the world's leading authorities on natural medicine. He has published almost 30 books on health-related topics, and his research into the health benefits of proper nutrition is the foundation for a best-selling line of vitamins and supplements at Natural Factors, where he is Director of Product Development. He is a graduate, faculty member, and serves on the Board of Trustees of Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington.
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Product Details:
Paperback: 960 pages
Publisher: Three Rivers Press; 2 Revised edition (December 29, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0761511571
ISBN-13: 978-0761511571
Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 2.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
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