Best of
Nutrition

1999

The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Resource for Healthy Eating


Rebecca Wood - 1999
    Arranged alphabetically, fully cross-referenced and indexed, and illustrated with line drawings, The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia provides information on how to select, prepare, store, and use medicinally more than 1,000 common and uncommon whole foods, from acorn to zucchini and aduki (a healthful Japanese bean) to zapote (a tropical fruit). Sidebar anecdotes, unique recipes, historical background, and a complete glossary of terms also contribute to the book's modern, user-friendly format.For three decades, Rebecca Wood has conducted workshops and seminars on whole foods cookery and the properties of foods according to Western, Ayurvedic, and Chinese models. The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia shares her wisdom with a new generation of readers at a time when the benefits of holistic medicine are being recognized by the entire medical community.

Textbook of Natural Medicine


Joseph E. Pizzorno - 1999
    It promotes an integrated practice that can utilize natural medicine, traditional Western medicine, or a combination of both in a comprehensive, scientific treatment plan. Based on a combination of philosophy and clinical studies, Textbook of Natural Medicine helps you provide health care that identifies and controls the underlying causes of disease, is supportive of the body's own healing processes, and is considerate of each patient's unique biochemistry. Internationally known authors Joseph Pizzorno and Michael Murray include detailed pharmacologic information on herbs and supplements, plus evidence-based coverage of diseases and conditions to help you make accurate diagnoses and provide effective therapy.Comprehensive, unique coverage makes this book the gold standard in natural medicine.A scientific presentation includes the science behind concepts and treatments, and discusses Western medical treatments and how they can work with natural medicine in a comprehensive treatment plan; if natural medicine is not effective, this book recommends the Western treatment.Coverage of pharmacology of natural medicines includes the uses and potential dangers of nearly 80 herbal medicines, special nutrients, and other natural agents, addressing topics such as general information, chemical composition, history, pharmacology, clinical applications dosage, and toxicology.In-depth, evidence-based coverage of 73 diseases and conditions includes key diagnostic criteria, pathophysiology of diseases, and therapeutic rationales.Coverage of potential interactions between drugs, herbs, and supplements ensures the safest possible use for each of 79 herbs and supplements.Diagnostic procedures include practical, easy-to-follow descriptions of evidence-based techniques plus discussions of clinical application of diet analysis, food allergy testing, immune function assessment, fatty acid profiling, hair mineral analysis, and other diagnostic approaches.Common therapeutic modalities are described and reviewed, including botanical medicine, nutritional therapy, therapeutic fasting, exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, counseling, acupuncture, homeopathy, and soft tissue manipulation.Coverage of syndromes and therapies helps in understanding the underlying causes of diseases by discussing topics such as food reactions, functional toxicology, sports nutrition, stress management, and breathing pattern disorders.Coverage of the philosophy of natural medicine includes its history and background, with discussions of toxicity, detoxification, and scientific documentation of the healing actions of nature and natural substances.Internationally known authors Joseph Pizzorno and Michael Murray and more than 90 expert contributors provide material that is up to date, accurate, and informed.More than 10,000 research literature citations show that the content is based on science rather than opinions or anecdotes.13 useful appendices offer quick lookup of frequently used charts, handouts, and information.New chapters are included on hot topics such as female infertility, medicinal mushrooms, natural products and quality control, pregnancy health and primary prevention, and Vitamin K; new appendices include a supplier certification questionnaire and cervical escharotics treatment.Thorough updates ensure that you use only the most current research and provide the most effective treatment of patients.Tabs in Specific Health Problems section separate more than 70 alphabetized diseases/conditions.One convenient volume replaces the cumbersome two-volume set for easy, convenient reference.Electronic access is available via Pageburst, making it easy to search topics, drugs, herbs and supplements, and diseases and conditions. Sold separately.

Understanding Body Building Nutrition & Training: Practical, Quick Reference, Answers to Common Bodybuilding Challenges


Chris Aceto - 1999
    Understanding Bodybuilding Nutrition and Training is a follow up to Aceto's Championship Bodybuilding. It contains, in a unique question and answer format, the answers to the most difficult to coprehend and often conflicting informatio on training, building mass, muscle recruitment, rep speed and nutrition. Here's what the author has to say regarding its format, "We learn and understand by asking questions. From the pre schooler to the University Scholar, the fundamental way to obtain new information and knowledge is by asking. I arranged this book in a simple 'Q and A' format to make it easy for the reader to get exact answers to questions regarding losing fat, holding muscle while dieting and building mass." The book also contais a dictionary of common bodybuildig terms, defining everything from lipolysis, to carbo loading to sarcomere- for the information buffs.

The Family Nutrition Book: Everything You Need to Know about Feeding Your Children from Birth Through Adolescence


William Sears - 1999
    40 line drawings.

Herbal Medicine, Healing & Cancer


Donald Yance - 1999
    This long-awaited book by Donald Yance--one of the nation's most respected herbalists--is a major contribution to the literature of natural healing and cancer.

Cancer Why We're Still Dying To Know The Truth


Phillip Day - 1999
    Book by Phillip Day

Orthomolecular Treatment for Schizophrenia


Abram Hoffer - 1999
    Deficiency often plays a major role in the onset of this condition. Thus, nutritional supplementation is integral to Dr. Hoffers approach to schizophrenia. This short, concise guide explains how the disorder is diagnosed, what causes it and how to effectively treat it without drugs.

The Food Doctor - Fully Revised and Updated: Healing Foods for Mind and Body


Vicki Edgson - 1999
    Written by two nutritionists, the pages are packed with nutrition advice, case studies, and food “cures.” Find simple foods with amazing healing properties; check out the definitive list of the top 100 foods for health, vitality and happiness.

Drug Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook


Ross Pelton - 1999
    Alphabetically organized, 150 drugs that cause nutrient depletion are identified and cross-referenced to more detailed descriptions of the nutrients depleted and their actions. Symptoms of depletion and sources of repletion are also included. The appendices include a quick reference drug-induced nutrient depletion table, along with details on food/drug interactions and herb/nutrient depletions.

The Miracle of Natural Hormones: With Over 40 Actual Case Studies


David Brownstein - 1999
    Dr. Brownstein describes why bioidentical, natural hormones should be the only hormones utilized for any condition. Dr. Brownstein shows you how bioidentical, natural hormones can help treat: Arthritis Autoimmune Disorders Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Fibromyalgia Heart Disease Hypothyroidism Menopause And Much More! The hormones covered in this book include: DHEA Human Growth Hormone Natural Estrogen Natural Hydrocortisone Natural Progesterone Natural Testosterone Natural Thyroid Hormone Pregnenolone See how a holistic program can: Improve your Energy Help You Overcome Chronic Illness Achieve Your Optimum Health This book also has a chapter on why it is so important to detoxify the body. Dr. Brownstein gives you a five step program on why and how to detoxify.

How to Read a Paper: The Basics of Evidence-Based Medicine


Trisha Greenhalgh - 1999
    Trisha Greenhalgh's ability to explain the basics of evidence-based medicine in an accessible and readable way means the book is an ideal introduction for all, from first year students to experienced practitioners. This is a text that explains the meaning of critical appraisal and terms such as 'numbers needed to treat', 'how to search the literature', 'evaluate the different types of papers' and 'put the conclusions to clinical use'.New features of the third edition include: New discussion putting evidence-based medicine into the current context, with more emphasis on patient perspectivesIncreased coverage of qualitative research in evidence-based medicineNew information on literature sources and search mechanisms

The McDougall Program for Women


John A. McDougall - 1999
    John McDougall. founder of the McDougall Program and a longtime advocate of women's health rights, arms women with the facts they need to achieve a lifetime of good health. Based on a unique low-fat, low-protein, high carbohydrate diet, The McDougall Program for Women combines sound nutrition with sensible exercise in a complete and natural lifestyle plan that covers every aspect of women's wellness This comprehensive volume includes information on topics like: -- Eating right to feel great at any age-- How to have a healthy pregnancy-- Ten ways to prevent breast cancer-- Considering hormone replacement therapy-- What to do about osteoporosis-- How to protect yourself against heart diseaseThrough his live-in program at St. Helena's Hospital in Napa Valley, California, regular radio and television appearances newsletter, and extensive speaking engagements, Dr. McDougall has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted figures in the field of women's health, helping thousands of women overcome health and fitness problems. The McDougall Program for Women is an important resource for every woman's bookshelf.

The A-Z Guide to Drug-Herb-Vitamin Interactions: How to Improve Your Health and Avoid Problems When Using Common Medications and Natural Supplements Together


Steve Austin - 1999
    "The A-Z Guide to Drug-Herb-Vitamin Interactions helps you learn which drugs can deplete your body's essential nutrients, which supplements can help your prescriptions work better, or reduce drug side effects; and which herbs and drugs should never be taken together.

Pillsbury Best Muffins and Quick Breads Cookbook: Favorite Recipes from America's Most-Trusted Kitchen


Pillsbury - 1999
    More Than 175 Sweet and Savory Muffins and Baked Treats from America's Favorite Bakers* Muffins and Quick Breads Know-How* Sweet Muffins* Savory Muffins* Biscuits, Scones, Popovers and Doughnuts* Quick Breads* Coffee Cakes* Butters and Spreads

Basic Course in Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition


George L. Eisman - 1999
    

Why Am I Always So Tired?


Ann Louise Gittleman - 1999
    Midday Slumps * Give You the Energy BreakCopper overload is an insidious but increasingly common nutritional problem, says Ann Louise Gittleman, author of the bestselling Beyond Pritikin. She says that difficulty getting out of bed, midday slumps, mood swings, insomnia, and anxiety may be symptoms of a copper/zinc imbalance. She discovered this link after she encountered several patients in her nutritional practice--most of them women--who were not suffering from hypothyroidism, adrenal problems, or anemia (as she had suspected), but rather a mineral imbalance that was diagnosed after simple hair testing. Vegetarian diets, low-fat diets, and taking multivitamins--all ostensibly healthy moves--can make you more susceptible to copper overload. So do less-healthy activities, including drinking alcohol and coffee, taking cortisone, and being constantly stressed. (These activities sap the body of zinc, says Gittleman, jeopardizing the delicate zinc/copper homeostasis in the body.) Home tap water may also be overloaded with copper, and women are susceptible to absorbing copper from intrauterine devices. To remedy the overload, Gittleman outlines an easy plan for renewing health and increasing energy. She includes a questionnaire to help determine if copper overload may be a problem for you; gives resources for hair analysis in case your doctor doesn't have one; instructs on how to read a tissue-analysis report; and outlines a sensible diet plan, including menus to keep the zinc/copper balance in check. Up to 80 percent of the general population complains about fatigue; Gittleman's book may very well offer a simple solution for thousands of people. --Erica Jorgensen