Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, Revised 2nd Edition » (Revised Edition)

Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., is one of the world’s leading authorities on science-based natural medicine. A physician, researcher, lecturer, journal editor, and educator with more than 25 years of experience, he is founding president of Bastyr University. He is also the co-author of the best-selling Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine.

Michael T. Murray, N.D. is widely regarded as one of the world's leading authorities on natural medicine. He is a graduate, faculty member, and serves on the Board of Trustees of Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Murray is the co-author of A Textbook of Natural Medicine, the definitive textbook on naturopathic medicine for physicians, as well as the consumer version - Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine. He has also written over 20 other books including The Healing Power of Herbs and The Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements.

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, two 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.

Library Journal

This is one of the best books on alternative medicine available. Murray and Pizzorno, both doctors of naturopathic medicine, are respectively a faculty member and president of Bastyr College of Seattle, a fully accredited school offering a doctorate in naturopathic medicine. Combining natural medicine with modern scientific knowledge, the authors explain the basic principles of health and then describe 62 problems ranging from cervical dysplasis to varicose veins, along with suggested therapies. These include lifestyle and dietary changes, botanical medicines, vitamins, exercise, and attention to psychological factors. What distinguishes this book is that there is always a clear discussion of the causes of a disease and extensive references, many from authoritative medical sources. The authors back up their suggestions by giving the rationale behind them. Librarians can feel comfortable in offering this book to their patrons.-- Natalie Kupferberg, Brooklyn Coll. Lib., New York

Contents
Preface Acknowledgments
What Is Natural Medicine?
Part I: The Four Cornerstones of Good Health
A Positive Mental Attitude A Healthy Lifestyle A Health-Promoting Diet Supplementary Measures
Part II: Enhancing Key Body Systems
Heart and Cardiovascular Health Detoxification Digestion and Elimination Immune Support Longevity and Life Extension Stress Management
Part III: Specific Health Problems
Acne AIDS and HIV Infection Alcoholism Alzheimer's Disease Anemia Angina Anxiety Asthma and Hay Fever Attention Deficit Disorders Bipolar (Manic) Disorders 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 Glaucoma Gout Headache Heart Disease Hemorrhoids Hepatitis Herpes High Blood Pressure Hives Hypoglycemia Hypothyroidism Impotence Infertility, Male Inflammatory 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, and Bursitis Ulcers Vaginitis Varicose Veins
Glossary References Index