Health & Fitness : Alternative Therapies

When Dr. Herbert Benson introduced this simple, effective, mind/body approach to relieving stress twenty-five years ag, his book became an instant national bestseller. Since that time, millions of people have learned the secret--without high-priced lectures or prescription medicines. The Relaxation Response has become the classic reference recommended by most health care professionals and authorities to treat the harmful effects of stress.Discovered by Dr. Benson and his colleagues in the laboratories of Harvard Medical School and its teaching hospitals, this revitalizing, therapeutic approach is now routinely recommended to treat patients suffering from heart conditions, high blood pressure, chronic pain, insomnia, and many other physical ailments. It requires only minutes to learn, and just ten to twenty minutes of practice twice a day. more...

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Ayurveda may be the oldest form of health care in the world and is often referred to as the ...Mother of All Healing.... In Ayurveda, body, mind and consciousness work together in maintaining balance. Published studies have documented reductions in cardiovascular disease risk factors, including blood pressure and reaction to stress, in individuals who practice Ayurvedic methods. Scientific Basis for Ayurvedic Therapies is the first book to analyze and synthesize research supporting Ayurveda. It reviews the current scientific information on major Ayurvedic therapies, evaluates the research data and presents it in an easily understandable form for Western researchers and Ayurvedic practitioners. more...

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Harness Nature's Healing Power to Cure Common Ailments, Boost Your Vitality, and Achieve Optimum WellnessDESCRIPTION: East meets West in this extraordinary guide to natural healing by a prominent doctor of Chinese medicine and the author of Secrets of Longevity . Dr. Mao's philosophy is simple: We all have a built-in healing ability, so why not try to activate it with natural means before we resort to drugs and invasive procedures? For the common cold, why not exploit the power of garlic, ginger, and the herb astragalus instead of taking cold medicine that simply replaces symptoms with side effects? For insomnia, why not try to find a long-term solution through acupressure or feng shui instead of popping sleeping pills, which don't treat the source of the problem? Chinese medicine sees well-being as a result of a balanced life, not just a healthy body. In Part One of Secrets of Self-Healing , Dr. Mao explains that healing food and herbs, exercise, a positive emotional life, a suitable living environment, and spiritual growth are all essential to vitality and lasting health. Using examples of his own patients' experiences, he demonstrates: - How negative emotions can make us ill - How clutter in our homes can create imbalances in our bodies - How Eastern and Western medicine can work together to fight cancer Then, in Part Two, he reveals detailed home remedies for seventy common ailments, such as sore throat, allergies, high blood pressure, sunburn, insomnia, memory loss, and jet lag. Inspirational yet practical, Secrets of Self-Healing will put readers on the path to a balanced and healthy life. more...

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An esteemed doctor who has helped countless women achieve their dream of having a child offers his program for enhancing fertility through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Dr. Daoshing Ni, descended from more than 70 generations of Taoist masters, has achieved renown among high-tech infertility specialists, TCM practitioners, and his many devoted patients. The Tao of Fertility is the first book combining a practical plan for conceiving using TCM with empowering Taoist principles that can carry you through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. Structured according to a woman’s journey to conception, The Tao of Fertility includes:.:.; A questionnaire assessing fertility potential.; A 28-day fertility enhancement program.; Simple meditations and acupressure points to improve reproductive circulation and relaxation.; Guidelines for mapping your fertility using Chinese methods of diagnosis.; Information on how herbs and acupuncture can increase fertility.; Eating plans for pregnancy, postpartum, and while breast-feeding.; and much more. Enriched by moving stories of women who became pregnant using TCM, this is a compassionate, comprehensive handbook. more...

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The Thyroid Sourcebook for Women is an indispensable resource for the one in eight American women who suffers from chronic thyroid disorders. This new edition features the latest research on thyroid disorders, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid cancer, and their effect on women's health and lives. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of the latest medications and treatments, while addressing critical concerns for women such as fertility, pregnancy, postpartum thyroid disorder, menopause, depression, and weight gain. It also offers candid appraisals of major alternative therapies. more...

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