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The Black Art Of Cooking: The Raw Truth (Paperback) Review

2010-12-20T17:26:00.000-05:00

This is a classic that I nearly did not order, due to the strange title.But, I was encouraged by the reviews and it lived up to them.I have been gaining a fantastic amount of recipes (Raw of course!) from the past, many new ways of creating tastes that I had not thought of before.It's funny, but due to the lack of worldwide transportation and the global food distribution system, they could not find the full array of spices etc that we have today, therefore they used very different ways to create some delicious raw meals.

I'm glad I got past the funny title!Enjoy!

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Discover the RAW truth about Cooking!This hard hitting but very entertaining look at how cooked food produces disease is full of stories and information that will set any 'cook' straight on preparing food.It answers many questions about protein, health, exercise, energy, sexual desires, sickness and health.Make this RAW food classic your own and you'll never go back to the Black Art again!"The chapter on Food in relation to Sex is fascinating, funny yet very instructional.You won't read this in Cosmo."Robin Keiko Gregory

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Traditional Chinese Herbology Quick Reference Manual - Formulas (Paperback) Review

2010-12-19T15:19:00.000-05:00

This book is crucial for any one studying or distributing Chinese herbal formulas. It is great for travel and has everything you need to successfully pass any herbal exam.

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TCM Quick Reference Manual Series
Structured Comparison Charts
Simple Concise Design
Organized for Maximum Memory Retention and Comprehension
Excellent Tools for the National Board or College Comprehensive Exams
Great for Students and Practitioners
Used by many Teachers and Students at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in NYC

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Making Life Better for a Child with Acid Reflux (Paperback) Review

2010-12-19T11:14:00.000-05:00

There is very little information here.80% waste of time, 20% meat.Only for people who don't know how to do a google search (because this book will tell you how to do that).Having a child with reflux doesn't allow me enough time to filter through the self-help blather that is this book.I feel for all parents of reflux children, but please, give me something that I can use.

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Tracy and Mike Davenport, authors of the popular, "Making Life Better for a Baby with Acid Reflux," bring to you this next logical step in the series. Using the first book as a stepping stone, "Making LIfe Better for a Child with Acid Reflux" brings the voices and knowledge of medical professionals, and parents who deal with acid reflux daily, directly to you.

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Milk Diet As A Remedy For Chronic Disease (Paperback) Review

2010-12-18T18:29:00.000-05:00

After reading this book, I tried the Milk Diet.It is a step by step description of how to do it, written by a doctor in the early 1900's.He was successful in curing many kinds of illnesses in the body: lowering blood pressure, cleaning out the digestive system ( I was able to get rid of "geographic tongue" after three weeks on the diet.)You have to be dedicated to doing the diet just as described.You drink 5 to 7 ounces of raw milk every half hour from 6:30 am to 9:00 pm.You're never hungry but the hope of getting well is a great incentive.

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Milk Diet is a treatment book, based on the observations of Dr. Porter who spent over 41 years permanently curing or modifying disease in over 18,000 of his patients with the use of raw milk. This treatment dates back to the time of Hippocrates. This book also details the composition of raw milk, giving explanation to how it is able to offer a safe alternative to conventional treatments for chronic disease. The healing is dramatic and should not be feared but welcomed, for it is a true healing, not the suppression of symptoms.

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The Autonomic Nervous System and Aromatherapy (Paperback) Review

2010-12-18T10:21:00.000-05:00

THE AUTOMATIC NERVOUS SYSTEM AND AROMATHERAPY is a relatively technical book that discusses in lay terms material the reader will find helpful if she or he is newly interested in essential oils, or seeks to know more about the finer aspects of the effects essential oils on the nervous system. Stromkins works with a group called Scents of Comfort that apparently operates out of British Columbia in Canada. According to Stromkins, the reader can obtain more information atscentsoc@direct.ca.

Janine Stromkins suggests that much of the material in her book was not available at the time of publication (1998). She certainly includes information I had not previously realized, but should have known. For example, she suggests a difference exists between the oil from Clove buds (with which we cook) and Clove flowers (which are milder and therefore less likely to be an irritant.

Stromkins has organized the book so that the reader can locate an ailment or symptom and find oils that deal with it, or vice versa, locate an oil and examine the possibilities.I would recommend doing both as she has also included information about when not to use an oil (pregnancy, high blood pressure, etc.).One feature of the book I especially like is he table that explains what is meant by analgesic, carminative, cicatrisant, and other terms for which I lack a precise meaning or find somewhat unfamiliar. A good place to begin reading about this complex subject.

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All are created equal, but all are not the same. That is what makes us different from the next person. Our looks, skin color, hair, even the way our bodies react to different things like stress. By looking into our bodies at the Autonomic Nervous System we can come to a greater understanding of how Aromatherapy affects our bodies inside and out.

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Digestion and Dyspepsia (Paperback) Review

2010-12-17T13:23:00.000-05:00

This so-called book on dyspepsia is a joke.Barely readable because of the print.I've sent it back to the company and I'm waiting for a refund.

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1874. A Complete Explanation of the Physiology of the Digestive Processes with the Symptoms and Treatment of Dyspepsia and other Disorders of the Digestive Organs. Illustrated.

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A Manual of Veterinary Physiology (Paperback) Review

2010-12-17T09:28:00.000-05:00

buying this book is a big mistake i will return it

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1910. An introductory text to the study of veterinary physiology for the student and practitioner. Contents: The Blood; The Heart; The Blood vessels; Respiration; Digestion; The Liver and Pancreas; Absorption; Ductless Glands and Internal Secretions; The Skin; The Urine; Nutrition; Animal Heat; The Muscular System; The Nervous System; The Senses; The Locomotor Apparatus; The Foot; Generation and Development; Growth, Decay and Death; and The Chemical Constituents of the Body.

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Operative Strategies in Laparoscopic Surgery (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-16T20:11:00.000-05:00

This is a superb teaching textbook ideal for students with numerous drawings. It leaves nothing to the imagination. Even the positions the patient lies in on the operating table is shown as well as the position of all staff.

A Rare book.

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Addressing young surgeons and surgical residents, this text atlas gives a quick overview of how to perform advanced laparoscopic procedures. The main steps of the operations are richly illustrated and the text provides detailed information on technical aspects of these procedures.

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Small Animal Gastroenterology (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-16T09:08:00.000-05:00

Focused on new developments in all aspects of gastroenterology. Includes both clinical and bench research.
Yonatan Cohen ,Israel

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Great advances have been made recently in small animal gastroenterology. This book has been written by authors from around the world with a variety of backgrounds using evidence-based medicine. The book has two main sections and the first covers the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders. This section contains chapters on various different diagnostic methods and on the most commonly observed clinical signs of gastrointestinal disease presented in dogs and cats, acute gastrointestinal signs, chronic vomiting, chronic diarrhea, and weight loss. The second section of the book focuses on specific diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Each component of the GI tract is discussed separately with another section focusing on diseases that affect more than one organ of the gastrointestinal tract. The book is well referenced and fully illustrated throughout. It is concise but detailed enough for both veterinarians in training and in practice.

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My Journey With The Correct Nutrition: Eliminate Most Difficult Diseases Forever (Paperback) Review

2010-12-15T12:47:00.000-05:00

This is an a good book for people who want to understand the relationship between various health issues and nutrition.

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The Fasting Journey: Sacrifice. Clarity. Purpose. Joy. (Paperback) Review

2010-12-15T07:28:00.000-05:00

Quite a read for serious fasters!While I doubt I will ever do extended water only fasts, I learned much about the mastery of the spirit over the desires of the body. Many good nuggets tucked inside this book even for those who want to do only small sacrifices. Author encourages unplugging from the world on a regular basis for our good and God's opportunity to refresh our spirits.

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The Fasting Journey - written by a man for whom fasting has become a way of life - is a journal of his experiences and a guide for those of us who want to learn from someone who has known firsthand the joys and hardships of fasting.
Peter Holmes shows us how fasting is a death of self and an act of intercession that God uses as a spiritual weapon to clarify and unleash God's purposes to bring about healing for those trapped in bondage to sin. Because of the understanding God has given him through fasting, he has helped many find answers to their most complex and deeply entrenched problems.

Holmes discusses the biblical aspect of fasting from Old Testament Scriptures to the practice of the early church. He explains different kinds of fasts for us to consider - even non-food fasts - explores purposes for fasting and tells us how our fasting will impact those around us. In The Fasting Journey, we are called to fast as a way to find out what really controls us, to become more Christ-like and to hear God's voice with a clear, focused ear.

CONTENTS:
Part 1: Introducing Fasting
Chapter 1: My Fasting Journey
Chapter 2: The Purpose of Fasting
Chapter 3: The Biblical Background of Fasting
Chapter 4: Areas of Abstinence
Chapter 5: Various Types of Fasts
Chapter 6: Fasting to the Lord

Part 2: The Practice of Fasting
Chapter 7: Beginning Your Fasting Journey
Chapter 8: Getting Ready
Chapter 9: During Your Fast
Chapter 10: The Health Benefits of Fasting

Part 3: Fasting from Food
Chapter 11: Considering a Water-Only Fast
Chapter 12: The Unique Benefits of a Water-Only Fast
Chapter 13: The Physical Impact of an Extended Water-Only Fast
Chapter 14: Surviving a Water-Only Fast
Chapter 15: The Emotional Fallout
Chapter 16: How to Break a Water-Only Fast

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Popular Books on Natural Science: For Practical Use in Every Household, for Readers of All Classes (Paperback) Review

2010-12-14T16:15:00.000-05:00

I received a non-readable copy -- the font is less then 5 pt -- buyer beware...

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General Books publication date: 2009Original publication date: 1809Original Publisher: C. SchmidtSubjects: ScienceHistory / GeneralLaw / GeneralLiterary Collections / EssaysScience / GeneralScience / Philosophy--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-14T15:52:00.000-05:00

this book cover more that what I had anticipated. It cover all informations regarding chinese herbs and latin names of the herb, also pin yin traduction and modern reseach finding. Have references about anything was presented.
I will suggest to get this book if you are learning about chinese remedies and/or in nutrition as I am.

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A modern reference guide on the benefits of incorporating traditional Chinese medicine into modern-day therapies!
The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes is an easy-to-follow introduction to the history of traditional Chinese phytomedicine. This useful guide clearly explains the basics of this unique medical system and describes in detail the therapeutic properties and use of medicinal herbs and herbal recipes. The book includes a bibliography, glossary, contact information for herbal dealers and Oriental medicine schools, and an indexed list of 300 commonly used Chinese medicinal herbs and 245 herbal recipes.
In The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes, you will find the fundamentals, evolution, and development of the herbal formulas of the 4,000-year-old Oriental Materia Medica, also known as ben cao. The book contains 11 sections documenting the therapeutic applications, dosages, precautions, and modern research findings of 138 of the most popular medicinal herbs. In addition, this resource provides 101 of the most frequently prescribed master recipes by famous ancient physicians, including their origin, ingredients, actions, indications, and modern clinical uses.
The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes offers an in-depth education on:
tonic herbs
herbs that adjust the yin and yang of the body
herbs that invigorate circulation of vital energy, qi, and blood
herbal tranquilizers
herbal diaphoretics
herbal expectorants, antitussives, and antiasthmatics
herbal pain killers
herbs which regulate digestion and elimination
herbal diuretics
herbal antipyretics, antimicrobials, and detoxicants
antitumor herbs
The Healing Power of Chinese Herbs and Medicinal Recipes provides up-to-date information on the effectiveness of traditional Chinese medicine, as well as how to use Chinese medicinal herbs in conjunction with Western conventions. This comprehensive reference will benefit healthcare practitioners who want to include Oriental medicine in their practice, and anyone who is interested in Chinese herbs or patients for whom conventional medicine has offered no relief.

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A Russian Herbal: Traditional Remedies for Health and Healing (Paperback) Review

2010-12-13T18:30:00.000-05:00

I'm sorry I don't have time to review this book in depth, but seeing that it hasn't gotten any reviews yet, I want to recommend it as a very well put-together herbal, with good introductory chapters (one of which includes the use of the "water banya" in the Russian preparation of medicinal herbs, and how to make one), and an extensive materia medica. Most of the herbs listed are quite familiar, and some include pertinent folklore. The materia medica is followed by "Complex Herbal Formulas" relating to the various organ systems.
The fact that it is a Russian herbal does not, by any means, make it obscure. (I only wish that, beneath the Latin name given for each herb, a translation of its Russian name were given.) I highly recommend it to anyone interested in herbalism.

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The first guide to the ancient traditions of Russian herbal medicine and their extensive medicinal applications today.
Drawing on a wealth of oral and written traditions, the authors examine the best-known Russian herbs (all of which are widely available in North America and Western Europe) and explain their folkways, properties, and uses. Offering time-tested advice for using herbs to maintain general well-being, they also give clear and simple recipes for treating specific health problems from asthma and migraines to influenza and high blood pressure. Blessed with a wide variety of climates, geography, and flora, early Russians developed a rich folk tradition of herbal healing that ranks among the most sophisticated in the world. Nearly every Russian medical school offers courses of study on the knowledge and application of herbs, and many maintain a special research department that investigates the properties and practical modern applications of herbal medicine. This is the first book to examine the traditions of Russian herbal medicine.

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Contemporary Singing Techniques - Women's Edition: An Audio Method with a Reference Text (Vocal Method) (Paperback) Review

2010-12-13T17:42:00.000-05:00

I found this book to be very informative and helpful! Being a vocalist who performs 13-16 shows a month this is a survival guide. Not only for the performances but prior to and after as well!

Thanks Bob Rose~

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Tried and proven by known industry professionals, Bob Rose's method for men and women will show you how to vitally improve your singing performance in all styles of music. These book/CD packs include live singing sessions demonstrating specialized techniques, and warm-up exercises to stretch, align and build your vocal instrument. They are designed to aid you in releasing, directing and controlling your sining, eliminating your problems and replacing them with working solutions.

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Don't Blame God: You're Killing Yourself (Paperback) Review

2010-12-12T18:20:00.000-05:00

I love the way Peggy Allen writes.She has what I call a sarcastic humor and I love reading it.She lays it all out on the table and you may not even want to know about all the things in our food.Full of interesting facts and information.I would call it a must read.

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This little book should answer all those nagging questions that people keep asking GOD. Why! Why! Why! This is not an in depth book. I only hit the surface. Quit asking GOD and look in the book. This will put the finger straight in the face of the person responsible for your biggest problems. CANCER, DISEASE, DEFORMATY, Early Death ETC. It is also a good reference book. It will steer you to the place you need to go to get help. PLEASE quit Blaming God, and thank him for giving you the opportunity to be alive.

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Vitality, Fasting and Nutrition: A Physiological Study of the Curative Power of Fasting, Together with a New Theory of the Relation of food to Human Vitality (Paperback) Review

2010-12-12T16:44:00.000-05:00

I think the book is wonderful, it covers a looot of information on fasting, the theory of disease, food, and health. I think it is verbose. This is just a personal opinion, however, because I like to get the essence of things and teachings and run with it. I do not always like getting long, detailed, factual, repetitive information. BUT don't get me wrong, the book is fantastic, for learning and for future reference.

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Contents: The Nature of Disease; The Physiology and Philosophy of Fasting; Vitality, Sleep, Death, Bodily Heat; Hygienic Auxiliaries Available During a Fast; Studies of Patients During their Fasts.

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Constipation Causes & Cure (Paperback) Review

2010-12-11T21:45:00.000-05:00

After looking through various books on gastrointestinal health and constipation, I chose to buy this particular book because it seemed concise and to the point. I wish I had bought another book.
The author continually makes basic spelling and grammatical mistakes throughout the book, sometimes making it hard to understand what he is saying. This also cuts into the credibility of the content; if he's careless enough to make such basic errors, he's probably careless about the content as well.
The book does not offer anything special that can't be found in other books. So, my advice is: buy another book.

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In the present scenario constipation is most prevalent of all diseases. It's a harbinger of various other diseases as well. Constipation can cause various diseases that include nightfall, anorexia, anemia, piles, leucorrhoea, irregular menses, poor concentration, poor memory, persistent headache, backache and various ocular and dental problems. Constipation adversely affects the looks and beauty specifically in females. In crude way constipation means that the functioning of one of the organ system that routinely dissipates the waste material has slowed or stopped. Constipation is usually the result of unnatural life styles, aberrant living, faulty eating habits, outrageousness as well as defective daily routines. This book guides us that why constipation occurs & how we can cure this by changing our life style, eating habits, by some natural medicines, yoga and other holistic way.

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Over 3000 Questions on Laws of the Human Body or Physiology (Paperback) Review

2010-12-11T16:08:00.000-05:00

Thisbook was written by my great grandfather at the turn of the last century.I own a copy as well as some of his other books.It is precious to me.To you however it would probably be a waste of time and money to get it.It was written to help medical students prepare for the state of California medical exam at the time.True to it's name, it is a list of 3000 questions.There is nothing to read.If you are interested in antiquated medical books by this author, you can download Human Physiology: Analysis and Digest for free from google.A picture of the author appears on Wikimedia.

Happy reading,

Dan Schmitz

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Pocket Guide to Acupressure Points for Women (The Crossing Press Pocket Series) (Paperback) Review

2010-12-10T15:18:00.000-05:00

Concise and accurate, but not enough information to be helpful, Cathryn Bauer's latest book on Acupressure, The Pocket Guide to Acupressure Points for Women, focuses on points.Her previous book, Acupressure for Women (the Well Women Series, ISBN:0895942321 covers the same points (forgive the pun) and gets to much more about Acupressure while including helpful charts and drawings.

Ms. Bauer is a respected practitioner and instructor of Acupressure in the San Francisco Bay area.

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This guide is packed with 44 anatomical drawings showing acupressure points that will help release common ailments associated with PMS pregnancy birth nursing menopause and ageing.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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I'll Be Alright (Paperback) Review

2010-12-10T08:52:00.000-05:00

I happen to be included in this book.I am the RN who took care of Michael while at UCDavis medical Center.The book is an easy read, and shows with a lot of FAITH good things happen.Michael is a great young man and his story can help each one who reads it.

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"I'II Be Alright", is a memorable true story of life threatening tribulations,illnesses,gangs,even a murder. A family's struggle to overcome the heartbreaking issues as the parents watched the painful suffering of their son continue from days to months to years. Until all hope seamed to be lost. We all prayed to God and that is when we recieved the greatest response. I wish to share the miracles and blessings we are receiving from God.The royalties from this novel will be paid directly to the people described within its pages. So as you purchase this book you will also be helping to save lives.

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Lap-Band Surgery: Lap Band Surgery Is The Advanced Weight Loss Surgery For The New Generation (Paperback) Review

2010-12-09T16:37:00.000-05:00

This book has all the basics on lapband surgery that prepares a potential patient for pre-surgery, the actual surgery, post surgery, and adapting to a new lifestyle. It is very comprehensive in its detailed information, sticking precisely to the practical issues involving lapband surgery.

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LAP-BAND is an offshoot from Laparoscopic Gastric Banding. What is it? For us common folks, it is the present-age's highly successful moderately invasive alternative method for weight loss.Are you considering Lapband? Do you know someone whom you deem may benefit from Lapband? Whatever your case, is Lapband right for you?This book is well-equipped with comprehensive information about Lapband surgery comparable to that of a medical encyclopedia.All you need to know about the advantages and disadvantages of Lapband weight loss procedure is inside the pages of this book. Simplified ... translated into easy to understand terminology so you don't get lost in the medical jargon.Grasp a brief history of weight loss methods and appreciate how Lapband transpired over time becoming a minimally invasive process. We point out clearly the process for patient's screenings to qualify as Lapband candidates. We discuss pre-surgery issues that you will need to undergo to prepare for actual surgery, diet restrictions, mindset factors, costs considerations, skills requirements for Lapband surgeons and clinical facilities. We describe in detail expectations during the actual operation, possible risks and complications, and how to reduce these risks. Find out what to deal with after surgery, recovery

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Zoonomia Or The Laws of Organic Life. (Illustrated Edition) (Paperback) Review

2010-12-09T09:17:00.000-05:00

I would like to have known whether this book was volume 1 or II (It was v. II, on medicine, not the volume on the study of organic life and its great penultimate chapter on evolution. I would also have liked to known which edition it was based on. The book sent was the 1800edition). All this is vital information. Cambridge University has published the a new edition of volume one based on the first (1794) edition. Volume II will not be of interest to anyone besides a medical historian.
Darwin's great study is a magnificent synthesis of enlightenment work of the nature of organic life and its evolution informed by the work of Linnaeus and his students, Huttonian geology, the chemistry of living processes based on discoveries of Priestley,and theories of conditioning and learning based on the work of Haller, etc. Chapter 39 is a must read for anyone interested in the history of evolutionary theory. Malthus drew on it for his proto-evolutionary theodicy and his idea of the 'struggle for existence' and Charles Darwin knew and was influenced by the work. He cites Malthus for the idea but he obviously knew it from his grandfather.

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Written between 1794-96 this is considered Darwin's most important scientific work, containing a system of pathology and anticipating the theory of evolution.

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Acid Reflux in Infants and Children (Perfect Paperback) Review

2010-12-08T18:31:00.000-05:00

Having a child born with reflux and all the Dr drama that comes along with it is so very frustrating. It was nice to read and relate, knowing that I am not crazy and alone.. that they are other people who are going through this too.

Some helpful notes in the book for sure.

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Over 20 million adults suffer from acid reflux in the US, but reflux in children is not a high priority but it should be. Why?
Because acid reflux affects more than half of all the new-born children in the U.S. each year. That's upward of 4 million children and their families that are greatly affected by this serious illness. And unfortunately a significant number of those children may not outgrow the effects of the disease for many years, if at all.
There are a lot of ins and outs of dealing with the emotionally and physically draining times that can accompany caring for a child with a chronic illness such as acid reflux. Acid Reflux in Infants and Children can help guide you through them. (This book is a retitled edition of Making Life Better for a Child with Acid Reflux).Why should you believe us? First, this book is written by parents of a child who suffers from severe acid reflux. Second, several medical professionals who deal with reflux and chronic illness on a daily basis have written chapters included in the book. There are some of the top professionals in their fields.
Caregivers of a child with acid reflux are often desperate for credible information that may provide relief to their child, and their family. This information is credible, the authors guarantee it.
Here are just a few of the benefits you'll get from this step-by-step book: Learn why you need to research, and how best to do it; Read current information about medications and their dosages; Use handy checklists and forms to make sure you get done what needs to be done; Discover no-cost / low-hassle methods to get answers to your reflux questions; Find how to determine if you might be heading for trouble; Learn specific methods to build a superior support system; Use 8 step-by-step tools that specifically outlining how to help improve the quality of life for you and your child; Find out how to stay up-to-date with the latest treatment and diagnosis changes; Determine if and when your batteries need recharging; The book has a complete index to help you find answers quickly; Learn what pitfalls might be out there for you.
Here are a few of the topics that are covered: Breaking news related to acid reflux; Knowing that the baby isn't bad, the pain is; How to work with the medical profession; Getting an understanding how hard this might be; The importance of successful researching; Food allergies and reflux; Nutritional issues; Staying healthy; The use of medications in treating reflux; And taking care of the chronically ill.
This book is written not only for caregivers of a child with reflux, but also for medical practitioners who frequently treat infants and children with reflux and want to be current on some of the latest information about the illness.
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Pao Zhi: An Introduction to the Use of Processed Chinese Medicinals (Paperback) Review

2010-12-08T17:31:00.000-05:00

I highly recommend this book as it is the only one that deals with the preparation of medicinal herbs in such a way as to alter their properties.In Chinese medicine Pao zhi is the technique of altering the properties of crude drugs by such means as roasting, honey frying, wine frying, earth frying, vinegar frying, calcining, or other means. This is a kind of alchemical processing used in everyday preparation of herbal, mineral and animal medicinals. (There are also more esoteric traditions of pao zhi, including those involving mercury, but the book refers to the more common preparations.) For instance, frying with wine is believed to enhance the circulatory properties of herbs. Frying with salt is believed to draw the herbal actions to the kidneys. Otherwise cooling herbs may be warmed up by heated techniques.

I remember being given an herbal prescription that included honey fried ephedra but the school pharmacy only had the raw herb.Just adding honey wouldn't work, because the frying in honey water extracts the blood-pressure raising elements in the nodes of the ephedra stems.This book helped me do the preparation, albeit a bit blindly. (I later took pao zhi workshops with Sionneau and David Winston, which helped immensely.) The techniques really need demonstration and I hope that a further edition of the book is accompanied by a DVD.

For any practitioner of Chinese medicine who operates a raw herb pharmacy this book is essential.The techniques can be applied to western herbs with similar effect.

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In Chinese herbal medicine, the effectiveness of any medicinal is dependent upon its correct preparation before being used in any formula. The specific functions desired of a Chinese medicinal may be maximized or selected by this correct preparation, thus insuring a more successful overall effect for the formula in which it is included. Such processing is called pao zhi in Chinese and is a very ancient part of the practice of Chinese medicine, dating back to at least the 2,000 years. This book describes specific preparation instructions and used for over 250 Chinese herbs. It is an excellent addition to any Chinese herbal practitioner's reference shelf.

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Practice of Acupuncture: Point Location, Techniques, Treatment Options (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-07T21:10:00.000-05:00

I'm very please with the result.There were however a few extra points which were no covered.

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Ideal for those who practice Traditional Chinese Medicine and anyone studying for certification. Practice of Acupuncture offers the most lucid and accessible presentation of all acupuncture point locations, as well as the fundamental concepts and methods of this ancient art.

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The Natural Healing Companion: Using Alternative Medicines : What to Buy, How to Take, and When to Combine for Best Results (Paperback) Review

2010-12-07T12:38:00.000-05:00

And I quote from this book: "ancient healers believed that some type of energy or life force was a necessary component of health. In ayurveda, it's called prana. In Chinese medicine, it's called qi [...] naturopaths like myself call it vis medicatrix naturae, Latin for the healing power of nature.These [vitalistic] concepts remain fundamental tenets of many of the natural practices discussed in this book. The importance of maintaining or realigningthis natural energy is one reason holistic practitioners painstakingly construct a complete health profile, including an assessment of your spiritual and emotional well-being, before recommending treatments [p.003...] a homeopathic remedy acts on the vital force of the body, strengthening it or perhaps providing it with the right hints to produce healing [...] the vital force is the inner intelligence that animates each and every person. It has been referred to for thousands of years and by many different names: breath, chi, prana, life force. By stimulating one's vital force, the correct homeopathic remedy can set into motion healing that may continue for days, weeks, or even months [p.321...] qi: the energizing life force. Two major physiological manifestations of yin and yang are your blood and a nebulous concept called qi [...] which represents the life force that energizes you [...] qi inhabits your body and the bodies of all things. People have qi. Birds have qi. All animals have qi. Vegetables have qi. Rocks also possess qi. Each star in the sky has its own qi. Sand on the beach has qi. All thing, animate or inanimate, possess qi [...] as far as the body is concerned, it translates roughly into energy. Qi circulates blood and holds all of your tissues and organs into place [...] your own qi is then responsible for transporting that nourishing, revitalizing energy throughout your body [p.460...] shen means 'spirit' and encompasses emotions as well and mental functions such as memory and mental activity.Treatments are often focused on calming the spirit [p.469]."I'm still trying to figure out how, in this day and age, 2007, an entire profession (naturopathy) can get away with stating that the scientifically-ejected vitalistic and spiritistic (the doctrines of naturopathy) are science-based.The book is an excellent example of naturopathy's HPN=VMN='vital spirit force' woo-woo.

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Esteemed naturopath Deborah Wiancek has become an expertin the ground-breaking area of combining, or "blending," naturaltherapies to achieve the most effective methods for treating diseaseand improving overall health. In this new volume, she addresses thefour major categories of natural remedies: herbs, supplements, Chinesepatent formulas, and homeopathy-the country's most rapidly expandingfield of alternative care. The book is actually two reference guidesin one: readers can research the different healing methods in chaptersthat include dosages, usage instructions, overuse warnings, andcross-references to complementary healing methods. Readers can alsolocate a particular ailment in an extensive A-to-Z encyclopedia thatfeatures definitions, appropriate remedies, and effective blendedtherapies.
With the Natural Healing Companion, readers are not restrictedto a single natural healing method but are empowered to safely andeffectively combine alternative treatments for unprecedented healthresults.

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The Treatment of Disease in Tcm: Diseases of the Eyes, Ears, Nose and (Paperback) Review

2010-12-06T14:07:00.000-05:00

This is a great reference tool. Even almost easy for a person who's only taken an introductory Chinese medicine class or even seen in-dept documentaries on it.
The table of contents is listed by conditions/symptoms which is very efficient & fast reference tool. Each condition is then divided by specific causes whether it's from say, in example, the liver rather then the spleen. It's lists specific differences in symptoms to know which organs are affected & true source of the malady.
It then tells you what acupuncture/acupressure points to do even getting in to specifics such as add a point if another symptom shows up to also what herbal formulas to use. Most acupressure books only list one or 2 points to use on EVERYONE for each condition which is not always accurate. Knowing the exact cause & which organs are affected is the most important.
Such as respiratory illness. You would look up the symptoms until you see a match which is important. Respiratory illness is usually considered "wind" which effects the liver & causes neck stiffness among other symptoms. It can be a "wind cold" or "wind heat", the color of sputum being an easy way to tell, cold is white, heat is yellow. Obviously if it's heat & you think it's cold, you would think to do points that increase heat which would make matters worse. (though acupressure is the least likely to cause any side effects from poor diagnosis, acupressure is also overall safe if make a mistake, though it results in not feeling better or slightly worse. Misdiagnosed herbal formulas can cause more side effects & you should see an herbalist.

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This is the second in a seven-volume series titled TheTreatment of Disease in TCM by Philippe Sionneau and Lu Gang. In thisvolume, the authors discuss the disease causes and mechanisms, patterndiscrimination, treatment principles, formulas and theirmodifications, and acupuncture and moxibustion for a wide variety ofdiseases of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat. Not only are many ofthese problems (such as itchy eyes, chalazion, otophyorrhea, andbleeding from the ears) not discussed in the current English languageliterature on TCM, but under each disease category, the authors givethe most complete pattern discrimination available in English. Thus,this series of books is a rich mine of clinical information andeffective treatments for a wide variety of diseases and theirpatterns.

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The Death of Napoleon: The Last Campaign (Paperback) Review

2010-12-06T12:15:00.000-05:00

A fascinating real-live medical detective story.

When the science became available to detect arsenic levels in the hair samples of Napoleon, conspiracists flocked to the idea that The Little General had been poisoned.The authors elegantly dismiss the theory once and for all, with the help of modern science, medical knowledge, and the Emperor's tailors.

A charming little book.

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Napoleon Bonaparte died on May 5th, 1821 on the island of St Helena from complications of stomach cancer proven by autopsy. However, when analyses of trace elements on single strands of hair became available in the 1960s, it was found that some samples of his hair contained increased levels of arsenic which lead to claims that he had been deliberately poisoned. This book written by an expert toxiciologist and a surgeon/Napoleon scholar examines the proof for the diagnosis of stomach cancer. Also it reviews the evidence for arsenic poisoning and denounces this as a myth, based upon the absence of all the specific features and many of the cardinal non-specific features of arsenic poisoning, thus confirming that the Emperor died from stomach cancer.

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The Itinerary of a Breakfast (Paperback) Review

2010-12-05T16:08:00.000-05:00

I'll never eat Kellogg's Cornflakes again!

It may be of interest to some, however, that Kellogg's protege, William S. Sadler, founded one of America's more successful UFO cults. Look up The Urantia Book here on Amazon, or google for the full text online (this is not an endorsement, btw).

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Dr. J. H. Kellogg, who, along with his brother, invented the corn flake, here offers a "popular account of the travels of a breakfast through the food tube and of the ten gates and several stations through which it passes, also the obstacles which it sometimes meets."
"Modern medical research," he wrote in 1918,"has clearly incriminated the colon as the source of more disease and physical suffering than any other organ of the body." He continued, "A very special purpose . . . of this little volume has been to combat some of the mischievous errors which are everywhere current in relation to the hygiene of the colon, especially with relation to the sufficiency of one daily evacuation of the food residues."

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The Old Herb Doctor (Paperback) Review

2010-12-05T11:50:00.000-05:00

Here is compendium of time tested recipes and herbal lore. I found this book on the shelf of an old shop in Michigan and began to read through it while sipping my tea. One really gets the effect of stepping back in time to a place where the village herbalist was the healthcare practitioner, and home remedies took presidence over scientific medicine. The book itself is even printed in a format to resemble the herbals of old, it looks an instant antique. I wish this book were still available in hardcover!

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The many recipes in this book were contributed by customers of the Meyer family herbal business who used herbs to treat a variety of conditions. We are not only told which herbs to use, but are given the contributors' own experience in preparing herbs and treating conditions "naturally."

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Enzymes for Digestive Health and Nutritional Wealth: The Practical Guide for Digestive Enzymes (Paperback) Review

2010-12-04T12:18:00.000-05:00

About ten years ago, I read Enzyme Nutrition by Dr. Edward Howell, and found it to be interesting and informative.Unfortunately, much of the research and information was outdated, so I sought other enzyme related books.It took ten years before I found a book I could recommend, and this is it.Unlike nearly all of the other enzyme books out there, in which the authors promote a particular product or manufacturer that they have a vested interest in, Ms. Defelice gives a very refreshing unbiased approach to the subject of enzymes.Although she refers to one particular enzyme product in the book, this is likely because at the time of publication, it was the only product available capable of giving the results she described (in great detail).On her website, www.enzymestuff.com, she lists several other enzyme products that have since been found to be useful.
The author writes in a very friendly, easy to understand style...her detailed description of the human digestive system and its processes is one of the clearest I've ever read.She gives a sense of being an educated scientist, investigator, and concerned mother all in one.
If you or anyone you know has digestive problems, autism, autoimmune disorders, etc. then please read this book.And if you simply want to better understand enzymes and their use in human health, this is by far the best book on the subject!

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Enzyme therapy is one of the fastest emerging successful alternatives for digestive health. Reports of significant improvements in health, immune function, pain reduction, even moods, mental clarity, food and chemical tolerances, and gastrointestinal issues emerge daily. Drawing on long-standing scientific research and trials by a wide range of families, Karen DeFelice deals comprehensively with all the information on digestive enzymes that those new to enzymes need: how enzymes work, why the many benefits, what to expect, practical tested advice on selecting and introducing the right kind of enzymes, and how this can be combined with other approaches, therapies, and lifestyles.

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Pocket Atlas of Pulse Diagnosis (Paperback) Review

2010-12-04T07:16:00.000-05:00

This book is an excellent resource for any student of acupuncture learning pulse diagnosis for first time.It helped me immensely in understanding the TCM concepts of pulses as well as for the "feelings" of pulses.I will be using the book for many years to come!

I HIGHLY recommend this book.

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For students and practitioners of Chinese medicine, one of the more difficult diagnostic methods to learn and master is pulse diagnosis. Successful transmission of this knowledge and skill requires the description of what is felt through palpation - something that often evades the comprehension of most beginning students, if these descriptions are not portrayed effectively. "The Pocket Atlas of Pulse Diagnosis" unravels the mystery of pulse diagnosis. Detailed explanations of the 28 individual pulses are presented, along with simple diagrams that vividly illustrate how the different pulses should "feel" like under the fingers at each level of palpation. Useful comparisons of the different pulses are also included to aid the reader in understanding how to differentiate between the many types of pulses. There is a chapter that analyzes the pulse manifestations of various common diseases, as well as chapter that discusses sections of Wang Shu-He's "The Pulse Canon" ("Mai Jing"). One cannot find a more rich presentation of pulse diagnosis in a pocket-sized atlas.All in all, this is a valuable and convenient learning tool for anyone seeking to be proficient in the art of pulse diagnosis.

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Rock Hard Abs For You!: Shape Up That Waistline (Paperback) Review

2010-12-03T14:13:00.000-05:00

Unless you have hours to just work on your abs 7 days a week, pass on this book.

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Inspiration for men and women to achieve and maintain a tight and trim waistline.

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My Water-Cure (Paperback) Review

2010-12-03T11:51:00.000-05:00

Well first of all I already have this book translated in Russian and even tough that book has more information. This book about waterhealing was written in 1894 just think about 112 years ago Sebastian Kneipp found that every dieses can be cured with just cold water . I like this book very much however I put 4 stars because quality of reprint is poor , sometimes I could n't understand what some words mean. It's very easy to harm yourself if you don't know how to use cold water for your good . This book will guide you . I use cold water showers in the morning and in the evening and I feel myself great.

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1894. The author presents his water-cure, tested for more than 35 years and published for the cure of diseases and the preservation of health.With one hundred illustrations and a portrait of the author.Translated from the German.Contents: methods of application of water; an pharmacopoeia of other treatments; a list of complaints and their treatment in alphabetical order.

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Notes From South Mountain : A Guide to Concentrated Herb Granules (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-02T17:47:00.000-05:00

I use this book every day in the clinic.In spite of the encyclopedical formula texts available, this book is often the first text I read when I want to understand an herbal formula I am considering or researching.There are several reasons for this.One reason is the ease of use.This book is organized alphabetically by Pin Yin.When I already know the name of the formula I want to look up, this fact save me a step the other texts require. During a busy clinic day this can make a difference.Of course, this would not be enough if the information I found in the text was not useful.So, the main reason I use this book is because the information Mr. Ellis has written in this text, most often represents the real essence of a formula's action.He writes in a very accessible language.Many times, when I have been doing research on a particular formula, I find that my understanding really clicks into place when I read the commentary here.It is very clear and concise with a good balance between classical and modern Chinese medical usages as well as modern medical considerations.In addition, for each formula, there are suggested modifications which are all very useful.

There are also formulasand information about formulas in this book that are not included in the most popular formula text, Formulas and Strategies (another must have for the clinic).Some of these formulas are important formulas for my own practice.An example of a formula I use frequently that is not in Formulas and Strategies is Dao Shui Fu Ling Tang.This formula is so useful for water swelling with Qi stagnation for which I know no other formula.The other day I was doing research on Gui Zhi Ma Huang Ge Ban Tang.The information in Formulas and Strategies was very minimal, including just what the clause in the Shang Han Lun said.In Notes From South Mountain, there was a much deeper description of the actual clinical use of this formula.The modifications listed were the same modifications the doctor whose work I was translating used.

One of the most useful parts of Notes From South Mountain is the introduction.Mr. Ellis has written a very concise manual here for, not only the use of granules but the use of formulas.He emphasizes the treatment of the root of a disharmony and teaches us how to adjust a root formula to treat the branch.This is a treatise I have my students read as a basic guide to the use of formulas.In addition, for those who are using concentrated granules, this guide answers so many questions as to dosages and proportions of herbs.

If you are a Sino-medical-phile as I am, you will enjoy reading this book cover to cover.It will become one of those well thumbed books on your herbal pharmacies counter.

Sharon Weizenbaum

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This book is a reflection of the author's belief that the modern practitioner of Chinese medicine in the West needs educational material that not only includes indications and functions of the formulas but that also ties this information to the roots of Chinese medicine and the real world of the clinic. To that end, its purpose is to help students and practitioners see classical formulas not as archaic and static fossils of intellectual dogma but as living, changeable expressions of a natural philosophy. It is the author's hope that the deeper understanding of Chinese medicine gained from appreciation of the formulas' origins and evolution will help practitioners successfully treat the complex and varied patterns that present in their practices.
The introduction includes both a section on how to prescribe and dose herb concentrates, and a section that describes the production of herb concentrates. The main formula section of the text presents functions, indications, and ingredients for almost 300 formulas (arranged alphabetically according to pinyin name), and includes textbook-style discussion and modification sections. Each formula discussion focuses on how the formula is used in the clinic, based on the evolution of its use from the time of its source text to the present. The discussion and modifications sections include both classical and modern uses, and seek to show the relationship between the two. Where relevant, the formula under discussion is compared with similar formulas, and guidelines for determining the correct formula for a given situation are provided. The material in the discussion and modifications sections is drawn from the author's experience, the experience of the practitioners with whom he has studied, the source texts (when available to the author), and commentaries by modern authors.

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Finding Wounded Deer (Hardcover) Review

2010-12-02T10:42:00.000-05:00

I read this book at the wrong time. Which is to say I picked it up immediately after shooting my first deer, wounding it and being unable to retrieve it despite 2 days of tracking. If you've ever experienced this, then you know that this is the worst thing that a day's hunting can possibly lead to short of injuring a human being. Not a week has gone by since then that I have not thought about what I did wrong in my ignorance.

Don't let this happen to you. Buy this book. If you have a son or daughter who is planning their first hunt this fall, buy the book for them now. Don't just skim it - memorize it. I'm mid-way through my third reading of it. The author has tracked hundreds of deer and already made the mistakes that you can avoid if you'll listen to him.

How do you look at a single drop of blood and know which way the deer was travelling? What types of wounds will lead a deer to run what distances before bedding down? What does the color of the blood and the type of hair that the bullet or broadhead clipped off tell you about the deer's specific injuries and how long you should wait before tracking it?

If you're going out into the woods with a rifle over your shoulder then you have a responsibility to be able to answer these questions. This book answers all those questions and more. We all strive for the single shot kill but that doesn't always happen. You had better know what to do in that event.

The only reason why I do not give this book 5 stars is the sloppy editing. The publisher allowed this book to go to print with more typos than I could even count. The book is important enough to deserve a better printing with a publisher that actually employs proof-readers.

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John Trout, Jr. has compiled the ultimate resource for tracking and finding wounded deer in this hard-cover 176 page book. Loaded with photos, illustrations and charts, this practical guide shares valuable advice with actual tracking events.

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Fitball Workout: The Easy Way To A Toned, Flexible Body (Paperback) Review

2010-12-01T19:20:00.000-05:00

LOTS of photos.Probably one of the best basic books.Most of the exercises can be found elsewhere, but the photos make it very clear what to do.I prefer this over the more wordy and significant books.If you want a lot of theory, this isn't your book.If you just want good clear instructions on what you can do (and the expected results), then this book is perfect.

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The Fitball is a large air-filled ball used for exercising at home or at the gym. It's fun to use, versatile, amazingly effective, and facilitates an enjoyable workout. Even people who are normally reluctant to exercise will become hooked on this comfortable way to achieve great results. In "The Fitball Workout" Jan Endacott shows readers how the Fitball can be used in an extraordinary range of exercises that are suitable for all levels of fitness. She explans how exercise intensity can be increased or decreased simply by adjusting the exercise position slightly. The ball can be used while lying or sitting on it, lying on the floor, standing, or even leaning on the ball against the wall. The cushioning support provided by the ball enables exercisers to perform exercise variations that they may not have been able to attempt due to discomfort or underlying weekness. The "Fitball Workout" assures readers that whatever their age or current level of fitness, using the ball can help them feel fit, healthy, poised and confident. Working with the ball allows exercisers to concentrate on every muscle group. They can target specific areas for firming and shaping, all the shile improving posture and strengthening their abdominal and back muscles. The fitness training benefits of using the ball also include increased flexibility, improved balance, and enhanced coordination. The workout in this book will provide readers with a choice of enjoyable non-impact exercis4es that will have them literally floating on air!

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Healing Digestive Disorders: Natural Treatments for Gastrointestinal Conditions (Paperback) Review

2010-12-01T11:52:00.000-05:00

This was full of good information but I was disappointed it didn't cover GERD in more detail and explain more about how to treat it at home WITHOUT antacid medications.I was so hoping I would find out more about this topic having dealt with GERD for the past 5 years.

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(North Atlantic Books) Text explains effective treatments using Chinese and Western herbs, supplements, diet, and lifestyle tips. Covers: irritable bowel syndrome, gallbladder problems, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, peptic ulcers, mouth ulcers, indigestion, chemo and radiotherapy side effects, and more. For consumers. Softcover.

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The Clinical Practice of Complementary, Alternative, and Western Medicine (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-30T21:32:00.000-05:00

This book is the only one I've found that includes the whole battery of medical options for patients and doctors alike.Dr. Diamond's insights are original and well developed--this is not way out there medicine, but rather thoroughly research cutting edge healing. I highly recommend this to anyone interested in changing medicine for the better.

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"Western Medicine", "Alternative Medicine", "Complementary Medicine", "Holistic Medicine", and "Natural Medicine." There is really only one "medicine" that heals and puts the whole patient, not the disease, at the center of care: Integrated Medicine. This practice integrates all modalities of healing to produce not merely a medical cure, but a deeper healing of the patient on his or her own terms.The Clinical Practice of Complementary, Alternative, and Western Medicine is a scientifically based text that informs and leads the practitioner easily through the maze of alternative therapies. Unlike other books that address the different alternative modalities, this text integrates homeopathy, acupuncture, chinese herbology, western herbology, and clinical nutrition, then combines them with traditional medicine. The author explains the new paradigm of patient-centered and Integrated Medicine and includes an extensive section on the physical underpinnings of this new paradigm, a paradigm that employs thermodynamics, non linear dynamics, chaos theory, and fractal geometry in an easy to understand discourse.The book incorporates the author's fundamental training in the alternative modalities and his ten years of clinical practice, a practice in which multiple integrated modalities of healing were utilized in the healing of over 10,000 patients. The Clinical Practice of Complementary, Alternative, and Western Medicine is a tremendously valuable reference for practitioners who want to learn about and practice alternative therapies and those who want to be more informed about what their patients may be doing and taking, and the influences those self-administered therapies may be having on their care.

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The Practice of Ultrasound: A Step-by-step Teaching Guide [Import] (Paperback) Review

2010-11-30T10:47:00.000-05:00

The text is very practical and to-the-point.
The ultrasound images are explained in a very clear way by the corresponding drawings. I also bought the atlas by the same author. In combination it is exactly what I was looking for.

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The Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Gastrointestinal Solutions Handbook (Paperback) Review

2010-11-29T16:44:00.000-05:00

Not only is this book a waste of money but its title is so misleading that borders on the fraudulent. Only about 15% of the book deals with the puported subject (IBS). The only thing you are going to learn from thisHandbook is that you should not smoke, take caffeine, drink alcoholicbeverages or eat fat and sugar. And then only on general health priciples,not because this regime would be particularly helpful in alleviating theIBS syntoms. What a take!

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The book covers Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) and other gastro-intestinal problems including Diverticulosis, Diverticulitis, Gall-Bladder problems, Stomach and Intestinal Ulcers, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Esophagus. Moreover, the book distinguishes between symptoms, appropriate treatments and preventative measures.
The book suggests all-natural and alternative treatments for the relief of painful and debilitating symptoms.

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Sweet Redemption: The Sequel (Paperback) Review

2010-11-29T14:38:00.000-05:00

SWEET REDEMPTION by Moody Holiday is the sequel to Wild Innocence and stars Shanelle Brown, a college student and Alex Foster, a police officer.Set in inner city North Orange, New Jersey and suburban Lakewood, SWEET REDEMPTION tells the story of a young girl lost, looking for love and finding it in her knight in shining armor. But all that glitters is not gold and Shanelle and Alex both have secrets they must reveal to begin healing.
Shanelle is the product of a dysfunctional family that is held hostage by their drug addicted and crime-ridden son and brother, Steven. As a result of the attention he receives and Shanelle does not, she is forced into the arms of Alex. In a very serene manner, Holiday showcases Alex's controlling ways and Shanelle's desire for independence.With Alex, it is his words and moods that tune us into who he really is and with Shanelle, Holiday treats us to her musings, dreams and poetry, that define her needs and wants.The problem is, Shanelle has nowhere to turn but to Alex and his family.Alex's family appears to be the picture perfect family and embrace Shanelle with open arms.Alex is the only son of five children and is doted upon by his family.Alex always gets what he wants in a calculating manner and after meeting Shanelle and running into her three years later, he goes about his plan for the perfect family.As the story develops, Shanelle's life revolves around Alex and tending to his needs; Shanelle's plans remain in the recesses of her mind.
SWEET REDEMPTION is filled with social commentary and provides some life lessons for parents and children that speak volumes of our need to pay attention to the world around us.Holiday's writing is fluid; her characters and the storyline are developed while transitioning between the past and the present, dreams and reality.The poetry is tranquil and speaks of the longing from the depths of a young girl's soul.While the first installment is about survival, the sequel highlights avoidance and is somewhat more mature in terms of the delivery.
Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

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Sweet Redemption is the sequel to Wild Innocence, a Tale from the Eighties. Shanelle finds herself embraced in the comfort of her lover and fiance Alex Foster, a police officer assigned to a undercover narcotics and weapons investigation on Shanelle's side of town. As Shanelle tries to escape the secrets of her past, Alex has a deadly secret buried in a grave and inside information on an urban bounty placed on Steven, Shanelle's brother. In her quest to find independence and happiness, Shanelle slowly submits to Alex's controlling world of love, lust and seclusion. In the end, Alex prevails with the sweetest redemption of all, his son.

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Hot and Cold Health and Disease (Paperback) Review

2010-11-28T16:08:00.000-05:00

To put it simply, this book literally changed the way I look at food,
the way I eat it, and my perspective on true nutrition.
The principles explained here should have been taught to all of us as children
to promote a long healthy life. The physical changes that I have experienced
as a result of practicing the lessons taught here are like nothing else that
I have experienced. It is an absolute must read!

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Hot and Cold Health and Disease, based on Western, Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines and the questioning and counseling of thousands is the layperson's guide to diet, nutrition and disease. It teaches you how to use commonly eaten foods and herbs (found in most supermarkets) to correct illness and improve health. Hot (yang, building) and cold (yin, cleansing), excess and deficiency are the key words used to describe everything relating to health. Hot and Cold Health and Disease presents a simple program for balanced eating (middle diet) and living, as well as the ancient principles underlying it. The book includes chapters on human biology, disease, diet, cooking (easy recipes), exercise, meditation and spiritual practice. The following diseases have been cured by the middle diet, meal plan: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Gastro-Intestinal Reflux Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, Plantar Fasciitis, neuralgia, miscarriage, psoriasis, eczema, obesity, anal fissure, anxiety, constipation, sinusitis, impotence, common cold and sore lower back.

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Vitality Supreme (Paperback) Review

2010-11-28T09:26:00.000-05:00

I'm glad to see this book by the "father of physical culture" back in print. It is truly a classic and by far the best and most useful of Macfadden's numerous books. This book mainly covers exercises for developing vitality (physical well-being and energy), but also has some good information about diet, correct breathing, fresh air, preserving the teeth, curing constipation, blood purifucation, bathing, clothing, sleep, etc. It covers a wide range of health subjects. Bernarr Macfadden (1868-1955), America's first "health guru" was definitely ahead of his time. This book presents many of his theories in a clear and readable format. The style of writing is definitely dated, but his message is clear. The photographs are numerous and excellent.

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1922. Vitality first of all means endurance and the ability to live long. It naturally indicates functional and organic vigor. You cannot be vital unless the organs of the body are possessed of at least a normal degree of strength and are performing their functions harmoniously and satisfactorily. To be vital means that you are full of vim and energy, that you possess that enviable characteristic known as vivacity. It means that you are vibrating, pulsating with life in all its most attractive forms. Partial Contents: vitality; functional activity; proper bodily posture; straightening and strengthening the spine; cleansing and stimulating the alimentary canal; exercise for vitality; how to breathe; outdoor life; how to eat; foods in the cure of constipation; blood purification; suggestions about sleep; mind, the master force for health or disease; laugh cure; singing, the great tonic; daily regimen.

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Nerves and Common Sense (Paperback) Review

2010-11-27T18:13:00.000-05:00

Annie Payson Call tells it like it is.... if you insist on constantly over reacting, worrying, controlling, rushing, you WILL make yourself sick, not only emotionally, but physically. Through a series of antecdotes, Ms. Call illustrates the timeless quality of the downside of human nature; even though this book was written decades ago, you will undoubtedly recognize your family, friends, and even yourself in this book. Fortunately, the book also provides straight forward advise on how to cope, and how to get over yourself enough to actually enjoy life!

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Subjects: Mental healthNotes: This is an OCR reprint. There may be numerous typos or missing text. There are no illustrations or indexes.When you buy the General Books edition of this book you get free trial access to Million-Books.com where you can select from more than a million books for free. You can also preview the book there.--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Heartburn Cured (Paperback) Review

2010-11-27T10:30:00.000-05:00

I have wanted to get in touch with you for some time now to let you know my results after reading your book...

Just like you claim, my symptoms (heartburn & coughing) were gone in 2 days. Four days later i stopped taking the PPI drug. A week later i was able to lay flat in bed as opposed to a 60-degree angle. What's more, i have lost almost 20 lbs. I have discovered through your method that my netcarb threshold is around 40g/day, hence the dramatic & continued weightloss- i feel so much better.

I have been telling everyone about your book and the diet (without giving too much away) And i've given out all those cards you included.

Thanks so much for your research, putting this material together and making it available!

Best to you!

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Did you know that you can stop acid reflux immediately and permanently with out using any drugs? What if someone told you that fats, coffee, alcohol, spices and even smoking are not triggers for acid reflux and it had all been a big mistake? What if someone provided evidence that the small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) was responsible for the acid reflux and the huge increase in the rate of esophageal cancer? What if someone told you that GERD was not really a disease so much as our bodies way of coping with a diet we did not evolve with? Heartburn Cured makes a strong argument that consuming certain carbohydrates is the root cause and real trigger for acid reflux and the resulting complications like Barrett's and esophageal cancer. This breakthrough diet book is written by a microbiologist who suffered from chronic heartburn for 20 years before getting fed up with uninformed GI medical doctors prescribing drugs that either did not work or were associated with serious side effects and health problems like pneumonia and osteoporosis. In Heartburn Cured, the author explains the role of intestinal microorganisms in digestion and provides clear and easy to understand evidence that carbohydrate malabsorption leads to SIBO and resulting gas that drives acid reflux (and IBS symptoms as well). Heartburn Cured delivers a death blow to heartburn and GERD by harnessing the glycemic index to free you from GERD and heartburn as well as the PPIs, H2 blockers and even antacids.

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HOW TO EAT TO LIVE - BOOK TWO: From God In Person, Master Fard Muhammad (Paperback) Review

2010-11-26T18:54:00.000-05:00

As-Salaam-Alaikum (Peace be upon you!)!

I need to say, at the outset of this interview, that I am completely lost concerning just what the reviewer(of How to Eat to Live Book 2, although my "review" is useful for both Book 1 and 2), Ms. Henderson was reviewing. She remarks about this book How to Eat to Live(her remarks are as to How to Eat to Live, book 2, but again, I'll repeat this review for book one, as what I'm saying wholly applies to both books) , which is about diet and nutrition, noting that she could nothelp but notice the "racial overtones." No, offense, but she is obviously very ignorant (not being ugly, but I'm saying it in the literal definition, meaning uneducated, without knowledge, uninformed, has not cracked too many good history books, and knows little or anything about the Black History, Slavery, or the time in which the books wisdom was being written.)

This is a book by The Hon. Elijah Muhammad, the leader of the Nation of Islam, up until 1975. (Minister Farrakhan is now, as he was in 1975 and before that, The National Representative of The Hon. Elijah Muhammad and the Nation of Islam.) Now, The Hon. Elijah Muhammad, who was taught by Master Fard Muhammad, said "The White Man is the devil." This is a known statement that he made, and taught. Ah, hmmm, why would someone, writing a book review, expect, if they knew that statement up front, if they had ever read the Autobiography of Malcolm X, ever watched news stories on topic, read a newspaper on topic, ever read an internet news story, blog, misquote from a person who completely hated the Nation of Islam and who was totally biased against, or a statement from a follower...WHAT PERSON WOULD THEN, KNOWING THIS INFORMATION AND SETTING OUT TO CONDUCT A REVIEW OF THE BOOK-EXPECT "ONE LOVE"? Say what?

I'm sorry, I have to really chuckle on that one. Now, rather than intact the horrifically misinformed reviewer, Ms. Henderson, any further-by noting that the advocates and practitioners of slavery, racial segregation, lynching, Jim Crow, were not practicing "One Love"... noting that the Hon. Elijah Muhammad was and is revered and held in the highest esteem in the Rastafarian Community, (which of course includes the Late Great Bob Marley..."-I will know issue a brief apologia, to any white person or other person, who could potentially read this book, and become offended. (an Apologia, of course is NOT an apology)

The Hon. Elijah Muhammad was taught by a man named Master Fard Muhammad, and said Allah came in His person. Meaning this man, Master Fard Muhammad, was the Khalifah (the one who rules by the express purpose and will of the Creator of heavens and earth who never begets nor is he begotten, the Eternal Spirit-Allah.). Now, this man, Master Fard Muhammad, was the product of a White Mother, and a Black Father.
He came to North America, a product of the two races that he might do justice to Black People, and every other race in between Black and White, AS WELL AS DO JUSTICE BY WHITE PEOPLE.

He taught, Master Fard Muhammad, that The Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) was a White man, whose ethnicity was that of an Arab, and that this White man was one of the most righteous human beings who ever lived or who ever would live. (one of in the sense, that All the Prophets were among the most righteous human beings who ever have lived.) Of course, the Hon. Elijah Muhammad, also taught and wrote these things, in articles in the 1930's( Final Call to Islam), 1940's, 1950's, 1960's, and 1970's.

His commentary against White Supremacy-and that is the commentary's context, was and is designed to caste a looking glass through which to force Europeans to look through, to question the veracity of their actions towards non-whites, the motivations and the mind set that allowed the genocidal actions in North America, South America, Africa, Australia, and in Europe (Protestants versus Catholics, The English and their oppression and genocidal actions against the Scots and the Irish, etc.)-really across the world. Those actions and campaigns were carried on generation after generation. It became natural to continue these things, and for a White person to go against the dominant society, they were therefore doing something unnatural, or against the natural order, thus the saying "by Nature the White man is the devil"-this what was meant.

Some will say, hmm, Malcolm X went to Mecca in 1964, and came to true Islam, saw Whites who were Muslims, etc. It is beyond the intent and scope of this review-and I'm about to get into the review in one moment-to delve into all these topics, but suffice it to say, Min. Malcolm X, knew their were white Muslims back in the Early 1950's-for he was with Elijah Muhammad when Mr. Muhammad received these guests from Turkey and other European countries. Moreover, Min. Malcolm X traveled to Saudi Arabia and to the so-called Middle East in 1959 as an emissary of The Nation of Islam-and most certainly saw White people who were Muslims and most certainly encountered Whites who were not judging him by his color but by his character.

I say all these things not to say that a person has to believe The Hon. Elijah Muhammad met with God in person, that the language he used was or was not racist...I'm laying a backdrop as a foundation to say that it was NEVER about color-it was and is about the mind set. This is why he(Mr. Muhammad) eventually began to talk about "devils coming in every color."

The book talks about how White America-and lets be real-there were no Blacks, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, Arabs, Indians or other races controlling and running the corporations that owned farms and produced food in the 1930's-1960's (not as a driving force of the dominant market)-destroys healthy foods and over-commercials the holiday and Christmas, and cattle, and fowl. How animals were mistreated and improperly fed, caged, given steroids, not free grazing, not free roaming, not grass fed (in terms of cows, sheep, etc.). The book speaks about the pollution of the land-the atmosphere, the waters, and how what used to be healthy food from the ground is now filled with poisons, mercury-how the so-called natural (organic food) is itself coming from the ground being washed from rain with pollutants, nourished in soil with pollutants-at least to the extent that if you compared the soil and rainwater in 1600 or 1850 CE, it would be far different than in 1939, 1958, or 2009. How the oxygen in the atmosphere is depleted from what it used to be in content. How we should eat-not what commercials are saying-white bread and white sugar -but brown sugar and wheat/barley/whole oat bread-that has more nutrients.

How White owned corporations were less concerned about doing what God said to do in the Bible or Tanankh, but more so worried about the almighty dollar-and just didn't care about the customer's health as much as getting the foods out quickly. How the milk we drink isn't real milk (whereas, organic raw milk from grass fed cows is cleaner and better and closer to the real thing(the real thing, as it was before all the pollutants-is gone). And The Hon. Elijah Muhammad attacks this over-commercialization laying it squarely on the doorstep of White America.

Now, he gives credit to the Orthodox Jews who try to keep to what Allah(God) revealed to them-and says how Muslims and people following the book's guidelines can and should eat their (the Orthodox Jews) food.

I'm just giving all this as a foundational statement to explain the language's context, that one could find offensive. Why? Because it is my earnest desire that every human being, whether they accept Islam or not, whether they are Black or White-learns to do what this book says-for almost 20 years, I've been doing what the book says-"Eat one meal, every day, with no snacking in between...no juices or drinks, other than water or maybe coffee (which does NOT have the same digestive effect on the body as food). That is it. To not eat pork, or any beans other than the small pink or white navy beans.

The book -and modern science -keeping in mind this teaching has been around since 1930-agrees..."lower caloric intake increases life." Moreover, it takes the body 24 hours, from the time the food is eaten, to process that food, to digest it, break it down, assimilate it through the blood stream as nutrients. More importantly-it also -the body, is constantly trying to eliminate the impurities that are in our foods-for you can't have pure food in an atmosphere that is not pure. These impurities are like poison-but not too intensive to kill in one dose, but its over time. So we see cancers of the digestive, intestinal, stomach, bowels and colon increasing.

Mr. Muhammad taught that to eat 5 and 6 times a day- is like water dripping on stone or steel. You wouldn't think it would eat its way through-but over time, it does...so is our digestive system. Over time, we are killing ourselves, but NEVER giving the body the appropriate rest time-so that after all the digestion and processing, the waste matter can be processed efficiently out of our system. Instead, we are loading food on top of food...buckling the stomach. Thus, the notion, which I bear witness to, is that by taking longer periods between meals-at least 24 hours, the body is best able to deal with what we've eaten, break it down, process it, etc-without being hampered with-while still trying to handle the last meal-having more food lumped on top of that-so the process doesn't ever complete.

I've experienced eating one meal a day-and felt wonderful, can go to the gym-and I worked to this over time-and work out 2 or 3 hours, running and do strenuous activity, eat my dinner afterwards, and be just great.

I've experienced even longer...as the book instructs,...Read more›

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For mare than 30 years, messenger Elijah Muhammad has been teaching the so called negroes of America on the proper foods to eat to improve their mental power, physical appearance, for prevention of illness, curing of ailments and prolonging life.

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Body (Spiral-bound) Review

2010-11-26T17:25:00.000-05:00

This is really a fantastic book.Even as an adult reader with an interest in anatomy, I found this book fabulous.The images are clear and comprehendable.There is more information in this short book than in the Anatomy for Dummies book that I previously read.
I originally found this book in the library but after reading it I decided that this would make an excellent addition to my library of reference books.
If you are interested in anatomy or have a child or teenager with such an interest I highly reccomend this.
On the downside the CD though cool is too limited to be of real use.

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The Complete Homeopathic Resource for Common Illnesses (Paperback) Review

2010-11-25T21:48:00.000-05:00

After 4+ years of studying to become a homeopath, selecting remedies for acute illness is still difficult as all the remedies start to look the same. My library has a full shelf of books for "common illnesses" but Dr. Dennis Chernin's book has become my "go to" book. The book is easy to follow as it is organized by illness. This makes it easy to look up a specific illness and find the best remedy to fit the scenario. The remedy descriptions are excellent and include some great "Strange, Rare, and Peculiar" symptoms not found in other books. I also love the DVD - great bonus! I recommend this book to all the people I help with homeopathy as one of the best choices to help select a remedy for acute illnesses.

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This useful guide is a single, indispensable resource for anyone interested in using homeopathic medicines. Noted author Dennis Chernin introduces readers to the basics of homeopathic theory, laws, history, and practical applications, as well as to clear explanations of the fundamental homeopathic vocabulary. He provides a brief synopsis of homeopathy's present status and compares it with conventional medicine, before proceeding to a step-by-step guide to creating a home remedy kit.

The bulk of the book focuses on more than 150 common disorders, conditions, and illnesses, each treated in a separate section, alphabetically organized. Each section includes basic background information as well as accessible guidance on how to consider the symptoms and how to treat and heal them. For each condition, all the possible symptoms are matched with the remedy appropriate to them.

The bundled CDROM integrates these resources with a simple, graphics-based user interface incorporating the latest research.

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Color Atlas of Ultrasound Anatomy [Import] (Paperback) Review

2010-11-25T09:16:00.000-05:00

This book will make imaging clear to you! The pictures are great, the keys are great, and the positioning is very clear. I am a first year first semester u/s student and I UNDERSTAND my images now that I have this book. It includes longitudinal & transverse cross sections. A MUST have book and will be great to keep in your pocket as a reference when you start scanning.

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Yeast Free Life: Simple 4 Step Plan Guarantees Relief In 12 Hours And Ends Your Yeast Infections Forever (Paperback) Review

2010-11-24T20:40:00.000-05:00

The book is overpriced for what information it offers.
The author uses one approach to all problems on about 12 pages.
The rest of the book names a number of drugs with side effects
which she obviously copied from professional sources.
A blog would have been the right approach.

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Storey's Guide to Feeding Horses: Lifelong Nutrition, Feed Storage, Feeding Tips, Pasture Management (Storey Animal Handbook) (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-24T14:51:00.000-05:00

This book is wonderful.It explains what to feed, how to feed, where to feed and all the "why"s associated.It will make you want to know everything about what is in your horses feed and find the highest quality hay and pasture.

It is an invaluable resource for horse owners who have realized that trusting a feed company to supply complete nutrition is not always a wise decision.This book can give someone the tools to create their own feed mixture and save money while improving thier horses' health.

Perhaps if more horse owners were armed with this information, feed companies would be forced to supply costomers with better information about their products.

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The one issue on which all horse owners agree is that proper diet and nutrition are the most essential aspects of horse care. In Storey's Guide to Feeding Horses, equine nutritionist Melyni Worth addresses the many ways in which diet impacts a horse's health, temperament, and performance.

Worth covers the basics, discussing the details of the nutrients every horse needs, and how to calculate rations based on the horse's body weight. She also explains the benefits of grains and grasses, as well as the relative value of additives and herbal supplements. And, she teaches owners how to design a balanced feeding program for their horses.

Perhaps most important is the chapter on "Feeding for a Lifetime." Here, Worth outlines the proper diet a horse needs at every age and at every level of activity. She describes the healthiest formula for foals and the most nutritional diet for brood mares and performance horses. Nutrition for elderly horses receives special attention here, with valuable information on soft feed for aged horses that have trouble chewing. Worth also identifies the treats that are best for horses, and how to overcome a horse's food-related vices. Finally, Worth offers guidance on pasture maintenance and how to store feed safely.

This book also includes advice on seasonal feeding routines. For example, since fiber is essential for warmth, owners should make certain their horses receive plenty of hay in the winter. During the summer, horses should have free access to fresh water and loose salt. Worth concludes with a detailed discussion of nutritional disorders and their remedies.

Comprehensive and authoritative, yet easy to understand and packed with advice that is easy to put into action, Storey's Guide to Feeding Horses is an essential reference horse owners will turn to time and again.

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Healing Horses: Their Way! (Paperback) Review

2010-11-23T10:18:00.000-05:00

This book is nothing short of "stellar". I have been waiting for a nutritional book this user friendly for the horse world for a long time. This book offers insight and explanation on where we are going wrong in our feeding programs, why metabolic disorders including laminitis is becoming an epidemic. This book dives into the big "C" that is forever threatening and claiming the lives of so many horses, "Colic". Why does it occur so often, what are we as caregivers doing or not doing right? How can we work from a preventable stand point. This book covers the big topics all the way down to the smaller ones. Ever wonder things like why your horse is licking dirt? why do horses really crib? what are they trying to tell you? Should my horse really be eating all that alfalfa, is it safe? Why is my horse so overweight when I am not overfeeding him? And on and on, it is all contained in this book. And the best part is that this book tells you how to turn it all around. I guarantee when you read through these pages you will have alot of "uh ha" moments. I can not say enough about this book and this author who is saving these horses and educating these owners. This book has instantly become an invaluable tool in my barn and on the road in busy practice of equine therapy. Thank you Marijka and Cody!!!!!!! This book is a must.

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Every horse needs their owner to read this book.It is an incredible wealth of information on equine nutrition and natural healing based on science, clinical practice, wisdom, knowledge, medical intuition and years of successful work on thousands of horses, many of whom were considered untreatable. Complete with successful case studies this book is sure to shake up the world of traditional health care! Comprehensive and cutting edge, yet easy to understand, it covers detailed information on natural horse-keeping,how to feed,how to supplement,and how diet, exercise, and therapeutic nutrition affect all health conditions. The book includes natural health programs which address the underlying cause for a variety of equine health conditions: colic, cribbing, parasites, immune conditions, respiratory disorders, laminitis, metabolic syndrome, detoxification and behaviour.Marijke is no longer a well kept secret - her reputation as a healer is now worldwide. This book is a must read!

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Put Hemorrhoids and Constipation Behind You: New Treatment and Technology for 2 of Today's Most Common Yet Least Talked-About Problems (Paperback) Review

2010-11-23T07:54:00.000-05:00

This book was literally of no value to me.It could easily have been apamphlet and still have provided more information.
Here's arepresentative quote: "Constipation is a result of eating out ofbalance with nature usually relating to a weakened digestive system, poorfood combining, and overeating."This definition is followed by alist of products to relieve the problem that apparently can be purchasedfrom the author's web site.
While there are a lot of vague statementsabout eating well and healthy, there is no indication that they are basedon anything other than the author's beliefs.There is not a list of foodsthat either cause or prevent constipation.Only two pages are devoted tothe treatments for hemorrhoids.I was not able to detect what the"new treatment and technology" for hemorrhoids and constipationis.

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New treatment and technology for two of today'smost common yet least talked-about problems. Views on why poor colon health and hemorrhoids exist and methods to prevent colon problems.

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Hatha yoga (Paperback) Review

2010-11-22T20:51:00.000-05:00

This is an excellent guide to the Hatha Yoga way of life in all its aspects of health and well-being.You don't have to practice yoga positions to benefit from the wisdom and practical suggestions of this book.Just something as small as breathing correctly can change your whole physiology.I found this book to be very helpful in my overall goal to making a temple of my body as a way to aid my spiritual growth.

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1904. What is Hatha Yoga? Yogis' regard for the physical body; Work of the divine Architect; Our friend, the vital force; Laboratory of the body; life fluid; Crematory of the system; Nourishment; Hunger vs. appetite; Prana absorption from food; About food; Irrigation of the body; Ashes of the system; Yogi breathing; Effect of correct breathing; Breathing exercises; Nostril breathing vs. mouth breathing; Little lives of the body; Control of the involuntary system; Pranic energy; Science of relaxation; Use of physical exercise; Yogi bath; Solar energy; Fresh air; Nature's sweet restorer, sleep; Regeneration; Mental attitude; Led by Spirit.This book has practical andexcellent suggestions for promoting health in the body.--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Preparing for the NCCAOM Acupuncture Examination (Paperback) Review

2010-11-22T16:08:00.000-05:00

Before I read this book, I was not sure if I could pass.This book help me preparing the test.I passed it at the first time easily.There is new informtion about this book and some samples of questions at the web site namaa.org. check it.

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This book is written to help the applicants to prepareand self-assess for the NCCAOM certification examination.However,those preparing for other standardized acupuncture examinations mayalso find this book useful.
This book includes 1000 multiple-choice questions with answers.Thetopics covered reflect the content outline of the NCCAOM examination.The questions follow the format used on the NCCAOM examination.

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The Ancient Art of Life and Death: The Book of Dim-Mak (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-21T20:05:00.000-05:00

First off, let me preface this review and recuse myself to a degree. I am the co-author of this particular book. After much consideration, I decided to post something to Amazon.com, to help give the reader a general idea of the scope and content of this book, since none is currently included with this listing. The Ancient Art of Life and Death: The Book of Dim-Mak, took a considerable amount of time to write. Conservatively, Mr. Walker and I spent almost four years writing the text; roughly equating to 15,000 man-hours of highly specialized research, review, and work. As part of the review process, we submitted large portions of the text to a number of Doctors in the medical community. The intent of this project was to provide the advanced martial arts reader with a host of important facts and information, concerning the effects of martial applications to the acupoint centers of the human body. The major chapter areas of the book include:
1. Historical Overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine
2. The development of Dim-Mak, Dim Hsueh and Dim Ching
3. The Mechanism of Acupoint Strikes
4. The Medical Risks Associated with Acupoint Strikes
5. The Three Ways of Dim-Mak
6. Introduction to the 36-Chamber Training Sequence
7. Overview of the Classical Acupoint System
8. An Introduction to Herbalism
9. Herbal Formula Preparation and Pharmacology
The section covering the classical acupoint system covers all the points on the 12 major meridians, including both medical and martial information, and health and restoration information. This information is derived from Mr. Walker's extensive martial arts training and professional background, under the direct study of Matsuetsu Kushubi. The coverage of the points will hopefully serve to augment / complement the high quality information previously published on this subject: most notably, the extensive catalog of material of Mr. Erle Montaigue, as well as Dr. Michael Kelly. The book also includes general anatomical drawings and TCM charts of the main meridian acupoints.
As a notation: the two midline collaterals are NOT covered in this book. There are some specific reasons for this. Most importantly, the physiological processes of striking the midline channels (the Governing Vessel and the Conception Vessel) are different than the triggering mechanisms of the main meridian points. The centerline points will be covered in the follow-up book, which Mr. Walker and I are currently in the process of writing.

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Contrary to popular myth, the original purpose of dim mak was not the training of assassins. It was an intensive study of the medical arts that incorporated the martial arts, and its ultimate goal was to heal, not to destroy. True to the intent of the ancient Chinese masters, here is an undiluted, holistic study of dim mak as both a martial and a healing art. Included are a historical overview of dim mak and Traditional Chinese Medicine, discussions of the physiological mechanism and medical risks of acupoint strikes, an indepth introduction to the classical 36 Chamber training program traditionally used to teach dim mak; detailed analyses of the medical and martial applications of each of the acupoints on the 12 main meridians, complete with detailed diagrams outlining each meridian system and its acupoint locations; and an introduction to herbal pharmacology, which was an integral part of traditional dim mak training. Appendices serve as quick reference guides to the activation method and results of selected point strikes. For academic study only.

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My Back Went Out! And I Had To Stay Home (Paperback) Review

2010-11-21T07:35:00.000-05:00

I loved this book. It gave me the basics of what to do when my back goes out.It also put into perspective how much abdominal work I need to do daily.This must be conscious because the amount can change from day to day.

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Eight out of ten people suffer from BACK PAIN sometime in their life. Some people will be completely incapacitated and in excruciating pain! Not anymore. This book is the Step-by-Step Guide to get you right back into action. Most people find relief in 30 minutes.

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Living with IBD & IBS: A Personal Journey of Success (Paperback) Review

2010-11-20T20:11:00.000-05:00

I have read many articles on the internet and several books on Inflammatory Bowel Disease.This is clearly the best of the best.This is a beautifully written book that chronicles Elizabeth Robert's journey from a person with an unclear health situation to a diagnosis and on to the depths of despair and back again.The book is written in a caring and relatable way that includes a holistic view of self management and awareness. The author puts herself out front in an honest and open way. A broad base of personal health management techniques are presented to include traditional medicine, Reiki, meditation, special diets, exercise, etc. The book is full of helpful suggestions and resources for anyone to pursue. This book is a must read for anyone with an immune system disorder, abdominal disease, or a general complex health condition. This book will make you laugh and cry, but most importantly will give you hope.

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You may not think anything about IBD or IBS is funny, until you read Elizabeth Roberts' account of her emotional roller-coaster ride as she learned to live successfully with these illnesses. After spending most of her honeymoon on St. Bart's in the bathroom, Roberts returned home determined to find out what had happened to her dream life. After months of tests, her doctors told her she had IBD and IBS and had to learn to live with these debilitating diseases.
But no one told her how! After she hit bottom, physically and emotionally, Roberts decided that to get her life back she would have to find the way herself. This book recounts her journey-sometimes painfully, sometimes humorously-through the process of learning to live successfully with IBD and IBS.
Follow Roberts on her journey as she learns to understand the needs of her body; participates in special diets; engages in support groups; and integrates Reiki, yoga, meditation, and exercise into her daily routine of success. If you, a family member, a lover, or a friend have been diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease or Irritable Bowel Syndrome, this book is a must read. You too can start to live again!

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Mindful Nutrition, Back to Basics with TCM: How To Make The Most Of A Whole Foods Diet (Paperback) Review

2010-11-20T08:45:00.000-05:00

Besides giving good Nutritional advice it was also a very good read.Very interesting information also on babies and children and for the over 50's.Highly recommend it!

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For readers who want to improve or reclaim their health, Mindful Nutrition: Back to Basics with TCM by author Leni Hurley is a big step in the right direction. With roots in traditional Chinese medicine, this nutritional guide has useful insights and tips, many of which have been tried and tested over the past three thousand years. Divided into four parts, the author begins with an overview of the mind-body connection and insights on eating habits and stress, then proceeds to the principles of TCM nutrition, seasonal nutrition, and sex- and age-related nutrition. In part two, she gives dietary and lifestyle tips for a number of common health problems such as thrush, sinusitis, arthritis, obesity, insomnia, and infertility. Part three, Western Notes, looks at controversial issues such as dairy products and fish consumption, and in part four she provides about thirty seasonally inspired recipes, including specialty soups, mother-and-baby recipes, rice, beans, and barley water.

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The Quest to Digest (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-19T17:28:00.000-05:00

While very factual this one was still fun. We were studying digestion for Health and enjoyed this book. I read the factual parts and my 8 year old the cartoon parts. It went through the complete digestion system along with some information on what can go wrong. I would recommend it for grades 1-3rd.

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Health Through New Thought and Fasting (Paperback) Review

2010-11-19T13:44:00.000-05:00

This book is remarkable. I look at food and the way I eat differently. I also do all I can to stay aware of how my body regenerates itself while I sleep. The explanations are clearly explained and this book is easily read in a day. If you have diet issues I urge you to read this book.

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Fasting has long been an exercise practiced by those seeking spiritual strength, but here, Wallace D. Wattles asserts the benefits of fasting on physical strength as well. Wattles uses personal experience and firsthand knowledge to drive his theories on how to increase one's health, happiness, and creativity through approaching eating in a different way. In addition to discussing the nutritional content, quantity, and timing of eating, he includes detailed arguments for the benefit of adequate sleep and the importance of deep breathing and fresh air. Wattles stands out from other writers on the subject of health and wellness (both those in 1907 and today) by focusing his conversational and compassionate prose on the simplest principles and common sense, making clear his affirmation that is it possible for anyone to improve his or her own health and happiness without the need for elaborate science.American author WALLACE DELOIS WATTLES (1860-1911) overcame poverty and failure in his life to become a pioneer of the early self-help movement. Among his books are The Science of Getting Rich, The Science of Being Great, and The Science of Being Well.

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Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Vol.II Materia Medica & Herbal Ref (Paperback) Review

2010-11-18T17:16:00.000-05:00

This herbal resource gives you a clear and well orginied reference to herbal remedies.Once you have figured out the problem through diagnosis you can refer to this herbal to lookup appropriate remedies.*not a substitute for a liscensed practitioner* This is a book that you should have if you're serious about TCM. or herbal remedies (although you should be familiar with medical conditions within Chinese Medicine)

It discusses the energies and flavors of herbs, the organ meridians affected, determining herb quality, dosage, prepatation, how and when to take herbs.The book lists remedies and herbs for many conditions treatable through TCM.The other chapters are:

The Chinese Materia Medica
Use of Chinese Herbal Formulas
Treatment of Specific Disease
Bibliography
Sources for Chineses Herbs
Index of Herbs by Latin Name
.............. by Chinese Name
Index of Herbal Formulas
Index for ch. 3 Treatment of Specific Disease.In my opinion, this book should be used in conjunction with Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis Study Guide & Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Volume I Diagnosis and Treatmentas they make a wonderful "home study" course.

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Volume II provides an extensive materia medica and herbal resource organized and developed for the Western practitioner.The book goes on to indicate the use of Chinese herbal formulae and the treatment of specific disease conditions.There are a number of useful index listings including Latin Name, Chinese Name,Chinese Herbal formulas, as well as a general index.

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The Pilates Edge (Avery Health Guides) (Paperback) Review

2010-11-18T13:23:00.000-05:00

I was pleased to finally find this book a few years ago, as I was looking for a way to help with my fencing.As a book geared towards athletes, it assumes that you don't simply want to "look and feel fit", but build a real core that helps you become a stronger athlete, no matter what your sport.

I appreciated that the illustrations of the exercises (which are very well done) featured both authors, drving home the idea that Pilates is a fitness regimen for BOTH men and women who want to be stronger.Too many times books about exercise systems focus on one gender, which can turn people off... I often felt that Pilates suffered from being marketed too strongly towards women when it is a very universal exercise system.

I also very much liked that the core exercises (there are many) were ones that did not require any extra equipment, relying on your own body weight and range of motion to accomplish the movement.The sample exercise programs at the rear of the book emphasize this.Other sections of the book that include weights, bars, etc.are considered as supplemental to the core system and can be added as needed.Personally, this helped me to stay with the exercises, because I didn't need to have anything with me to do them.

An excellent book.I highly recommend it.

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Pilates is a unique conditioning method-originally developed by Joseph Pilates for boxers, gymnasts, and dancers-based on the philosophy of a unified body, mind, and spirit. The Pilates Edge uniquely applies the Pilates Method to sports training, revealing how the basic principles of Pilates relate to athletic achievement as well as everyday health and fitness. With more than 200 photographs, the book includes a basic mat routine with as well as specific workouts for golf, running, racket sports, swimming, cycling, and skiing, giving special attention to the muscle groups and common injuries associated with each sport. Pilates can improve the physical and mental well-being for athletes at any level, enhancing performance and confidence, improving control, increasing range of motion in the limbs, and preventing injuries-giving them The Pilates Edge.

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Culpeper's Complete Herbal (Wordsworth Reference) (The Wordsworth Collection Reference Library) (Paperback) Review

2010-11-17T12:51:00.000-05:00

I first heard of this book as being an excellent primary source for herbs and herbalism from the 16/17th Centuries.

It is very comprehensive and aside from a listing of each herb and its properties, it has several sections teaching the fundiments of medicine of the time. It covers:

* how a herb is assigned to a planet
* how a degree of strength is determined and what it means
* what 'humours' it affects and what 'humours' (bodily fluid systems) are
* and much much more.

If you are looking for a source to use for alternate medicine then this is NOT the best starting place. There are better works of a modern nature out there for that. However, as a back-up resource or a way of learning about the time when medicine was still holistic and not too scentific then this is he book for you.

The Wordsworth edition is in paperback and easy on the pocket. This publisher takes certain classic works and keeps them in print in small runs from time to time by demand. This means that although the book may be not immediately available, it will beome available again in the near future.

I hope this helps you.

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From Amara Dulcis to Yarrow, All-Heal to Viper's Bugloss, Culpeper's Complete Herbal and English Physician Enlarged offers remedies for all ills known to Seventeenth century society. Together with the alphabetical section on herbs, their provenance and properties, there is The English Physician and Family Dispensary, which provides an astrologo-physical discourse of the human virtues in the body of man.Nicholas Culpeper (1616-1654) studied at Cambridge and became an apothecary, physician and astrologer in London. Whilst only the imprudent would follow his dictates today without question, the Herbal remains a fascinating historical treatise, and stands as a monument to botanical and medical science.

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Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine Volume I Diagnosis and Treatment (Paperback) Review

2010-11-16T19:49:00.000-05:00

I am very impressed by the amount of information contained in this book. This book presents a working picture of TCM, set in a straight foreward manner, giving the student a very useful module for diagnosis and treatment of imbalances in the body. TCM is a complete and self contained system set along far different lines than western medicine. It is very logical and practical. TCM works complimentary to western medicine, often time filling in the large gaps ignored by westen thought.

Westen medicine tends to be very heroic, producing miraculous feats with very acute and traumatic cases. Where as allopathic, or western medicine tends to see health as the lack of disease, Chinese medicine tends to look at health as a delicate balance of the functions between the multibple systems of the body. Systems are classified in TCM by function rather than physiological location. Where as allopathic medicine seems to be concerned with eliminating syptoms, Chinese medicine is concerned with eleminating the problem by its root, and restoring the delicate and harmonious blance of the body. Dr. Tierra's book addresses in quite some detail the recognition of patterns of symptoms, which when applied properly give a very advanced system of diagnosis within the frame work of Chinese medicine.

One of the greatest obsticals facing the practitioners of natural medicine is treading on the delicate toes of allopathic doctors by claiming to be able to treat diseases that they have named, without the use of their expensive chemical drugs. Traditional Chinese Medicine, because it is a complete and comprehensive system of balance restoration within the body, and because the approach and terminology is unique to itself, and often times much more specific has its own complete and unique method for the classification of imbalances. On its most basic level, the function of TCM is the restoration of balance betewwn yin and yang. This is broken down further into excess or deficient, heat or cold, on the external or internal. External, excess, and heat are classified as, "Yang," or hyper-metabolic; and internal, deficient, and cold are classified as, "yin," or hypo-metabolic. For example, when one is treating a fever one is clearing wind heat, or wind cold. This is an external condition but by examining accompaning patterns there may be internal causes.

Dr. Tierra gives very clear and useful explanations and modules for every principle he explains, as well as summaries for quick reference and easy memorization. My suggestion for digesting the material is to read book one all the way through. Then with a note pad go back over the material making notes for yourself sumerizing the principles presented in each chapter. Go through the chapters one by one making sure you have a grasp of the information before moving to the next. The picture will unfold in more and more detail as you progress giving an amazing and powerful tool in the prevention and treatment of disease and the maintaining of the balance of health.

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This first volume focuses on the theory, principles, diagnostic methods andtreatment modalities that are an essential part of the practicum of TraditionalChinese Medicine (TCM).It is intended to not only provide the background andtheoretical framework for the reader to understand the viewpoint from which TCMstarts in its understanding of human health, but also gives the readersystematic insight and practical information to permit meaningful application of these principles.

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The Practice of Yoga for the Digestive System (Paperback) Review

2010-11-16T17:43:00.000-05:00

This book is a great book if you are looking for a practice on how to restore your digestive system. In it is compiled a great set of asana'a (yogic postures) to help combat constipation, and the many other ailments that affect peoples digestive system. It also has a nice sized text on what happens, scientifically, medically and spiritually to ones system on a daily basis, in times of crisis, with the foods we consume, etc. An accredited doctor, Swami Shankardevananda, writes thoroughly on what is needed to know to fight these problems and how we can overcome them.

Enjoy.

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Faulty diet,tension and lack of exercise are the chiefcauses of most digestive disorders.This book explains how thepractices of yoga and yogic diet can be utilized to balance thesefactors and eliminate digestive problems.Written by Dr.SwamiShankardevananda Saraswati under the guidance of Swami SatyanandaSaraswati,the book combines the traditional medical view with theayurvedic and yogic views of healthy digestion.
Includes practical information on food and digestion:a medical section on digestive disorders,their causes and cures:and a practice section complete with detailed instructions and diagrams.

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Pulse Diagnosis (Paradigm title) (Paperback) Review

2010-11-15T14:19:00.000-05:00

seems a bit dated and hard to understand.i'm not a tcm doctor, though have read many books in that field of study.

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The Bin Hu Ma Xue, from which this translation was taken, was first written in1518, and has been a necessary component of acupuncture education for over 500 years. This translation develops each of the basic pulses and their combinations, explaining the essentials of pulse diagnosis: depth, position, relation to areas of the body, seasonal variation, and organ relationships. The four principal pulses are detailed and explained and the variations of each are described. The significance of each pulse and variation is presented in Oriental medical terms.
Each of the 27 pulse states is compared to associated pulses according to their relation to the cun, guan and chi positions. The significance of each pulse in practice is described. The appendices present a Pinyin and character glossary and tables of information for easy reference for all standard pulses. Nearly 80 illustrations of pulse types are included, graphically represented as "waves," following standards used in China. The combination of text and graphics makes this the most accessible reference to understanding Chinese pulse diagnosis.

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Diagnostics (TCM Study Guide Series) (Paperback) Review

2010-11-15T10:40:00.000-05:00

I used this text to study for the NCCAOM Board Exam.I found the review of information most helpful, the study questions were a bit overwhelming. The content review pages were concise and to the point- just what I needed to get organized in mind after 3 years of so much information!

After taking (and passing) the exam, I would suggest just using the content review and not bothering too much with the review questions.TCM Questions and the NCCAOM review questions were more helpful than the ones in this book.

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TCM Study Guide Series: Diagnostics provides resourcematerial and multiple-choice questions designed to help TCMpractitioners and students prepare themselves to take board tests. Thebook's 2,100 questions cover the full range of TCM diagnostic theoryand practice. Answers to all of the questions are found in the back ofthe book. The book's resource material includes descriptions of thefundamental disgnostic elements (pulses, tongue color, facialcomplexion, etc.), explanations of the basic diagnostic theories,three extensive glossaries, and a table of terminology equivalencies.

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Handbook of Forensic Toxicology for Medical Examiners (Practical Aspects of Criminal & Forensic Investigations) (Spiral-bound) Review

2010-11-14T19:34:00.000-05:00

As a busy forensic pathologist in a big office the way I use my time is crucial. This publication alows to check information quickly and interpret results of drug testing in a more efficient manner.
Pedro Ortiz

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Forensic professionals, often working through heavy caseloads, require quick and easy access to reliable sources of information to help interpret toxicology results. While several in-depth resources are available, they are often large, cumbersome, and contain more information than is needed. The Handbook of Forensic Toxicology for Medical Examiners is a concise handbook referencing the most common toxic substances and their levels of toxicity, making it an ideal text for quick confirmation in the field or in the lab.The book begins by explaining the proper selection and submission of specimens for toxicological analysis. It describes the various types of specimens and identifies the cases for which these specimens would be most useful, providing instruction on proper collection. The author then explains the methodology involved in performing the specific tests.Nearly 300 Toxic Substances DiscussedThe main section of the text consists of an alphabetical listing of nearly 300 toxic substances, including drugs of abuse, poisons, prescription drugs, and over-the-counter medications. For each entry, the book provides the common brand names; classification; half life; volume of distribution; usual dosage; tables of toxicity in various samples, including blood, urine, and tissues; and other important information based on the extensive experience of the author. The text is heavily referenced with materials that are useful for preparation of courtroom testimony, and it contains supplemental appendices with information on acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, drugs that prolong the QT interval, pharmacogenetics, normal laboratory values, and conversion charts.Convenient FormatThe busy forensic professional needs a concise handbook that provides critical information quickly without the need to wade through extraneous and inconsequential material. This volume offers an easy-to-use format that allows quick access to the most pertinent information, saving time and increasing accuracy.

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Before You Take that Pill: Why the Drug Industry May Be Bad for Your Health (Paperback) Review

2010-11-14T09:25:00.000-05:00

This book is a must read!Doug Bremner has researched and applied anunbiased, fact based approach to the many questions we as consumers have with the drug mania around us today.His writing technique is witty and spellbinding!I will think twice for myself, as well as for my family and friends, about accepting prescribed drugs BEFORE exploring possible harmful adverse effects and most importantly healthy alternative options!

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A medical expert reveals risks of the most commonly prescribed drugs-and why the drug industry doesn't want consumers to know about them.

Recent scandals involving diabetes drugs, Vioxx, and many other medications reveal the serious and undisclosed risks of some of the most commonly used prescription drugs in this country. In Before You Take That Pill, Dr. J. Douglas Bremner, a researcher and clinician at Emory University whose study on Accutane and depression made headlines, offers an inside look at the pharmaceutical industry, as well as a scientifically backed assessment of the risks of more than three hundred prescribed medications, vitamins, and supplements.

While many drugs are essential to the health of consumers, as Dr. Bremner explains, for many people, the benefits may not outweigh the potential side effects. This book contains warnings that are not on the drug labels. It also exposes tricks of the trade that demonstrate how the profit-making interests of "big pharma" may not always be in line with the safety of the public - from the corruption that exists in the drug approval process to the tactics drug companies use to encourage doctors to prescribe their products. Most important, Before You Take That Pill empowers readers by giving them sound information on specific medications so they can understand and weigh the potential risk themselves. Backed by the latest studies, as well as insight from a doctor who is in the trenches, this book should be on the shelf of every drug consumer.

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The Dim-Mak Encyclopedia: The Main Meridians, Vol. 1 (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-13T21:39:00.000-05:00

This is one of the two DIM MAK books required. (See my other reviews). If you're looking for a book with a detailed history and detailed information about dim-mak, this isn't your book. However,if you're looking for a book with some history and information, as well as an to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as well as learning about the various points and what happens when you hit them in the right manner, this book is for you. As it says, this covers the main 12 meridians, with volume 2 covering the remaining material.
It is fascinating how the points can be used for both damaging and healing purposes, all of which is covered (yes, even death points). This is a dangerous art which is not to be used lightly. Highly recommended reading if you're interested even the slightest in martial arts or TCM. This book is extremely useful. The details about the meridians are fantastic. There are a lots of photographs in vivid detail. each and every meridian is explained with set-up and antidote points. Healing details is what makes this book stand out. The location of points is described with a lot of medical terminology that a non-medical reader will struggle to actually locate the point. But the pictures are helpful.

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Combining Master Erle Montaigue's expertise with that of one of Australia's foremost acupuncturists, this remarkable work addresses the healing and martial sides of dim-mak under one cover for the first time ever. Every point on each of the 12 main energy meridians is examined in depth.

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Food Enzymes: The Missing Link to Radiant Health (Paperback) Review

2010-11-13T12:07:00.000-05:00

The beauty of Smokey's work is that he takes dry science and makes it digestable for the non-scientist.He has also created a way for all of usto act on the knowledge put forth by Viktoras Kulvinskas and Dr. EdwardHowell.Though this is given to us in a short, final chapter (Juicing,Enhancements, and Alternatives), it is undoubtedly the most important partof this book and one that the reader should pay close attention to.Thisis where the "rubber meets the road" to wellness.Move from"armchair reading" to "quarterbacking" your life!

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This is an excellent introduction to the food enzyme concept.It is written for the educated lay person or practitioner and develops the impact of enzymes onissues such as sports nutrition, weight control, and general digestive health.

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Sports Acupuncture The Meridian Test and Its Applications (Paperback) Review

2010-11-12T14:25:00.000-05:00

It's wonderful to finally have all the research and information about the Meridian Test (M-Test) compiledinto this manual.

This book is well organized, easy to read and has wonderful diagrams and illustrations. I think it's a great addition to any acupuncture practice - especially if you practice Japanese acupuncture, treat athletes or like to get your patients involved in their own healing process (by assigning "homework" to patients - stretches, exercises, etc., to help speed recovery and prevent re-injury).

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The meridian test (or M-test) is a powerful assessment, treatment, and self-care system that can be used to improve athletic performance and physical fitness. It simplifies the assessment of strain and injury so that even nonacupuncturistsand athletes can learn to apply massage and stretching more effectively.The M-Test is one of the most popular methods of sports acupuncture in Japan. Developed by Mukaino Yoshito, M.D., of the Sports and Health Science Department at Fukuoka University,the M-Test is based on his extensive experience inphysical education and sports medicine. The M-Test uses the meridian system of acupuncture to analyze the movements of multiple joints and muscles in a holistic way. The most suitable meridians for treatment are identified by evaluating a sequence of movements. Flexibility and ease of movement in relation to the meridians are assessed to identify the areas and muscles that need treatment.Based on the M-Test results, the synergistic action of the joints and muscles involved in the movements can be facilitated with acupuncture, massage, or stretching.For the acupuncturist, the M-Test provides another powerful assessment tool for the treatment of pain and compromised movement. This system is compatible with the traditional understanding of the meridians, but takes it a step further to clarify the relationship between the meridians and movement. Practitioners can render treatment with a better understanding of this relationship and identify the most effective points for treating pain and improving movement. The M-Test can also be used to evaluate the results of treatment or the stretching regimen so that a better strategy can be formulated if the results are unsatisfactory.Athletes can learn to perform M-Test movements before or even during competition to identify and correct abnormalities to improve their performance and prevent injuries.

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Today's Herbal Health: The Essential Reference Guide (Paperback) Review

2010-11-12T08:38:00.000-05:00

Ever wonder, what can i take for this and that...and your too stubborn to consult a doctor?This is for you..it inspires self help...and it enriches you with valuable knowledge. I really was never a Herbs type of person..but after you know so much about what you have to know, its opens your mind. I recently got Ezcema and its a toughy...but theres alot of Herbs to help..and I know about them thanks to this book. I have the remidies and there working out great...great results from using Taheboo.

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For thirty years and after a million copies, Louise Tenney's Today's Herbal Health - now in its sixth edition - has been the essential reference book for anyone interested in maintaining optimal health and overcoming disease. Concise and comprehensive listings of over 175 medicinal herbs and botanicals-including hoodia, rhodiola, mangosteen, boswellia, bitter orange fruit, and elderberry, as well as glucosamine, ginseng, and echinacca-allow quick and easy reference to the information you need.
Also included is a valuable overview of the most common ailments and how to treat them with herbs and other natural therapies. Today's Herbal Health also covers important information on nutrition for children and adults and includes real-life accounts from people just like you that provide incredible evidence of how effective herbs are in maintaining great health.
This thirtieth anniversary edition of Today's Herbal Health marks the founding of Woodland Publishing in 1977. Committed to helping everyone understand and use the healing power of nature, Woodland continues a rich tradition of healing that began before Hippocrates and continues with the latest research.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Easy-to-make Hands-On Models That Teach (Paperback) Review

2010-11-11T21:45:00.000-05:00

This is a great book for the homeschool family.Hands on approach with many projects for your student to enjoy.

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Completely updated resource list.Easy-to-make manipulatives help students understand the inner workings of the human body. With reproducible patterns and easy step by-step instructions students construct bone and stomach books, paper models of the major organs and body systems, and more! Includes background information, facts about drugs, nicotine, and alcohol

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1801 Home Remedies (Paperback) Review

2010-11-11T11:36:00.000-05:00

Would you like to save money on household items ?
If so, this book is perfect for you. It describes how red wine
can benefit the daily diet, if used sparingly. In addition, the authors caution to avoid caffeine at bedtime. The alternative uses of vitamins and herbs are described in great detail. For instance, Aloe is used for skin care and Chamomile is utilized to promote a healthy digestive tract. This volume has a considerable body of good advice on almost anything dealing with household health and management. It is a solid value for the price charged.

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Here is a plethora of ordinary household remedies to treat over 100 common ailments and health complaints safely, effectively, and inexpensively in an easy-to-use A-to-Z format. Treat everyday health problems with cures from a wide range of sources, all examined by a panel of leading medical doctors-sure-fire safe and effective treatments.

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Weight Loss Surgery: Finding the Thin Person Hiding Inside You, FOURTH Edition (Paperback) Review

2010-11-10T13:05:00.000-05:00

Lots of pertinent information.Great informative section for your spouse to read.Really takes the mystery out of WLS.

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Weight loss surgery is a life-altering approach to finally free yourself of the obesity that has gripped so many of us for most of our lives. But with the interest in the surgery comes a dizzying variety of questions such as where to begin, what surgery to have, do I qualify, will my insurance pay for the surgery, does it really work, what will my life be like afterwards, and how can I give up my relationship with food? This FOURTH EDITION book deals with all of that and much more. You will know what pre-op tests are usually necessary and why, what vitamins to take, the role of water and exercise, the 4 Rules of Success, the Window of Opportunity, what complications may occur, what to take to the hospital, and how to deal with all of the physical and emotional issues that surround this surgery. Also included in this FOURTH EDITION is an example of an appeal letter that includes many valuable references to studies that will be of interest to the insurance company that denied you coverage. This edition now includes an informed consent quiz to test your knowledge of the risks and benefits of weight loss surgery. The book begins by guiding the reader through that big step in deciding to have surgery and then how to choose a surgeon. The author then discusses, in a very straightforward manner, the various operations available along with comparative advantages and disadvantages. This is followed by a very realistic description of what to expect during the hospital stay and during recovery. Some excellent advice is provided to help make the journey as safe and smooth as possible. The section on adjusting to new, healthy eating habits after surgery is full of very useful and practical guides. The book continues with some very practical suggestions on how to cope with and maintain success. Every issue of your life and health through the weight loss surgery journey is explored. The final chapter written by her husband, Frank, is targeted directly to a patient's family members and "significant others." It poignantly addresses some of the anxieties and concerns held by loved ones who may have strong doubts about weight loss surgery based on ignorance. This book, written by someone who had the RNY surgery and succeeded, is a "must-have" for anyone considering weight loss surgery to "find the thin person hiding inside you."

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Overcoming Overeating (Mass Market Paperback) Review

2010-11-10T08:23:00.000-05:00

This book is about acceptance and learning to take care of yourself. By eating the foods you desire when you are hungry the authors claim you will melt to your natural size. The authors walk with you step by step to help cure your eating problem once and for all. This book is not about learning control, like eating low fat or healthy foods. This book is about learning to eat what your body truly craves when you are huhgry, enjoying it and stopping when you are full. This book can help you learn to love, respect and accept your body. No more body bashing! You can move beyond negative thoughts about your body and past your preoccupation with dieting. You can learn to take care of your body and appreciate where you are right now! And as you learn to be an effective caregiver you will gain freedom from dieting and progress to your natural size. This is an excellent book and I highly recommend it!

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Diet/binge. Good food/bad food. Punishment/reward. These are the compulsive eater's nightmares, a longtime pattern of recrimination and guilt that ultimately leads to more overeating and more weight gain. Now, for the first time, here is a proven, step-by-step plan that doesn't control your eating habits--but cures them, once and for all. From the authors of "When Women Stop Hating Their Bodies".

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The Health Forum: Yeast, Parasites and Bacteria (Paperback) Review

2010-11-09T17:08:00.000-05:00

The good thing about this book is that it shows of many ways to the goal of good health, with several very different success stories, instead of proclaiming the "one and only diet" or the "one and only medicine" etc.
It is put together from messages in a chatroom, which makes it mostly easy to read, but maybe confusing to those who have no information of the problem already. But since it is a confusing problem, with no clear cut answer, I find it true to life.
Many references makes it easy to search further.

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The Health Forum presents opinions, experiences and information on how to eliminate irritable bowel, the yeast syndrome, candida, parasites, and the wrong intestinal bacteria. People who have personally dealt with these health problems present the information in a series of interactive discussions. Costs, effectiveness, and subtleties of treatment are important topics for these discussions. Topics include improving digestion, leaky gut, antifungals, probiotics, liver health, related symptoms/conditions and vitamims/minerals.

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Enzymes for Autism and other Neurological Conditions (Paperback) Review

2010-11-09T10:05:00.000-05:00

UPDATE a year later:all his bad bowel movements are gone!And it really did help with potty training him since the BM's were under control. Thank you for writing this book.You helped us where we kept getting swept under the carpet by the 'specialists'.
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If your children or you have Sensory Integration Dysfunction or PDD, please read this book.My son has both as well as digestive issues and after trying diet changes with no luck, I literally stumbled upon this book and gave it a whirl.

YES..it does work.My son has regular bowel movements now, his tantrums have significantly decreased, his attention span is much better, his speech has blossomed and I could go on and on.Ths information in this book is verified (as I did a lot of research researching the book and sources).

This is a natural remedy to try and it cannot hurt you in any way.At the very least read it to understand about the leaky gut and how it affects development.

In the book she mentions her group on yahoo which I have been a part of after reading the book.You can post messages there to get information about getting started, anything, anything, anything.I cannot tell you how relieved we are to have found this book and try her suggestions.We had been to a pediatric gastroenterologist who told us our son would grow out of it by the time he started school.

You have nothing to lose.This book is well written, divided into logical chapters and you can start implementing the enzymes into your diet even before you finish reading the book (but I would recommend finishing the book).

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This edition has been replaced by an updated third edition, which is available on this site.

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The Complete Idiot's Guide(R) to Power Yoga (Paperback) Review

2010-11-08T08:09:00.000-05:00

Power yoga is great for Americans, especially those who are used to more aerobic workouts and especially for those like me, who have bodies naturally inclined toward strength training and not toward flexibility. Don't get me wrong---you get plenty of flexibility poses with Power Yoga---there are still poses I can't do yet---but there's none of that head under the legs, kissing your back kind of flexibility in Power Yoga. Warrior poses to develop leg strength are essential to this style, as well as some challenging balancing poses. If this sound's like your kind of thing, Geo's book is excellent and provides more info than many other power yoga books. Good luck with your training and Namaste!

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You're no idiot, of course.You know that nearly everyone in America is doing yoga--including Madonna and Oprah--and that it is said to reduce stress better than virtually any other activity.But when it comes to finding the time and energy for a yoga session and getting a much-needed aerobic workout, you'd rather meditate in front of the TV.Don't vegetate--invigorate!The Complete Idiot's Guide to Power Yoga, by master yogi Geo Takoma, combines the healing poses and stretches of traditional yoga with an exhilarating workout that requires as little as 20 minutes a day.In this Complete Idiot's Guide, Geo gives you:

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Grossology (Paperback) Review

2010-11-07T13:42:00.000-05:00

I bought this book along with the companion "Grossology and You".I didn't have to remind my 10-year-old son to do his nightly reading for weeks!The subjects are all things that boys find oddly entertaining, ie., snot, fatulence, diarrhea, etc.Each article has the facts of how and why these natural processes occur along with more "colorful" excerpts (ie., the diarrhea song) that kids love.This is a great way to entice young boys to get interested in biology and reading.After my son finished reading the book, he pointed out the others in the series and asked if I would get them as well.

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A classic of modern gross scholarship.

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Mazdaznan Dietetics And Cookery Book (Paperback) Review

2010-11-06T12:46:00.000-04:00

Food combination, breathing exercises, a diet that changes with the seasons, herbs, nature cures, meditation, recipes that combine the best of vegiterian, European and middle eastern cooking. Master Hanish gives us all of this and much more in his remarkable book. Looking for a positive change in your diet - life?

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1913. A forerunner to many of today's eating well, living well guides. It lists food combinations, the value of each food and how to match them to the seasons and a number of recipes based on the principles of the book.

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Herbal Drugstore (Paperback) Review

2010-11-06T07:19:00.000-04:00

I really LOVE this book, and I have a lot of books on herbal medicine. What I like about the herbal drugstore is how it gives both the typical prescription drugs for common ailments, and the herbal alternatives. It also describes how the herbs are supposed to work (if it is known.) That alone sets this book apart from most other herbal references. This would be a terrific first book on the subject for anyone's home library and I think it adds a lot to my shelf on herbs.
There are good drawings of the herbs, sections on vitamins, excercises, nutrition, combining herbs with prescription medicines (some can interfere; tell your physician) and much more. Yet the book has a very well-designed format, clear print, good organization and is chatty and readable. What more could you ask for? If I could give this book 10 stars, I would. It is THAT good,

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Pilates + Yoga (Paperback) Review

2010-11-05T15:29:00.000-04:00

....an informative,fun approach to pilates and yoga with exceptionally easy step by step picture instructions. Also along with each exercise,there is an AIM that describes what the exercise will accomplish,a CHIROPRACTOR'S COMMENTS ,so you know it's safe and beneficial and a REMINDER noting the common mistakes people tend to make doing the exercise.
....a well done book!
It works for me!

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Pilates + Yoga fuses eastern and western traditions in one exercise approach. The author's method uses the best of both disciplines to give a workout that produces strength, suppleness and weight loss while promoting emotional balance and a sense of well-being. Movements achieved with Pilates machines are replicated with resistance bands and mat work and, as in yoga, individual movements and poses are linked in a seires to unlock energy flows and promote relaxation. Pilates + Yoga will improve posture, balance, flexibility and strength, while calming the spirit, reducing stress and alleviating many serious ailments such as back and neck pain.

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The New Healing Herbs: The Classic Guide to Nature's Best Medicines Featuring the Top 100 Time-Tested Herbs (Paperback) Review

2010-11-05T09:44:00.000-04:00

Very nice book! I bought it not knowing anything about herbs, and now I'm filled with useful information! I love how Castleman lays out the book, nicely organizing each herb with general stats, history of the herb, therapeutic uses, new discoveries, Rx recommendations, safety factor, and so on.It's an easy, fun read that really gets you into herbal medicine.I'd definately recommend this book!

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With completely fresh and painstakingly detailed profiles of the top 100 widely available healing herbs-- including ten not found in the original edition-- this newly expanded volume incorporates the very latest scientific research to help you get the most out of nature's bounty. Inside you'll find:

* In-depth discussions of the therapeutic uses of popular herbs like ginseng and echinacea, as well as lesser-known healers like tea tree oil and cat's claw
* Exciting prospects for using herbs to fight cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and more
* Valuable know-how on buying, storing, and preparing natural remedies-- plus gardening tips to grow your own healers
* An intriguing 5,000-year history of herbal medicine
* A handy reference chart to match your ailment with the appropriate healing herbs

Arranged alphabetically by herb for easy use, The New Healing Herbs is perfect for novices and experienced herb users. Take this indispensable guide with you through the 21st century!

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The Hippos: Natural History and Conservation (A Volume in the Poyser Natural History Series) (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-04T21:16:00.000-04:00

This book is very good it has complete information about Hippos and it mentions their real size and weight ofmales and females, size and weight isalways exagerated in other books where the hippos are mentioned.

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Hippos are unusual in being genuinely amphibious and this has a fundamental effect on their physiology and way of life. Following a general introduction, there is a detailed description of hippo anatomy and physiology, including many fascinating and little known facts about their skin structure and physiology. The complex question of hippo stomach anatomy, and its impact on their diet and nutrition, is critically reviewed. Hippos have a four-chambered stomach similar to ruminants although, unlike them, they do not chew the cud. Hence they are often called "pseudoruminants". The fossil history of hippos is then considered and the recently claimed relationship with whales is examined. Subsequent chapters are devoted to their social biology and ecology, including descriptions of their breeding and feeding ecology. Several extraordinary instances of carnivory, including an instance of cannibalism, are described. A chapter on diseases and parasites also discusses the relations between hippos and other species, including crocodiles, to which they appear to be dominant. A consideration of the hippo's relationships with its human neighbours and the prospects for its long-term conservation gives an important view of current conservation concerns. The book closes with three chapters devoted to the results of the author's recent survey on the distribution and abundance of the common hippo throughout Africa. This is the first such estimate to have been made on a continent-wide basis and the total population of about 170,000 was so much smaller than many people had expected, that it resulted in the common hippo being given special protection under the CITES convention.

Key Features
* The first complete work on both species of hippo, the river hippo and the pygmy hippo
* Much of its data is drawn from the author's experiences while completing the IUCN Hippo Plan throughout Africa and in Uganda in particular
* All aspects of hippo biology are covered
* There has been no previous in depth study of the ecology and behaviour of these mammals before

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Abdominal Ultrasound Study Guide and Exam Review [Illustrated] (Paperback) Review

2010-11-04T19:08:00.000-04:00

This book was not a bad choice as a review for the Abdominal portion of the ARDMS.
There were some problems through the book, that although not detrimental to the material, should have been resolved prior to it's publishing.There were more then a few mistakes regarding the review questions at the conclusion of each section.Further, the organization of the book was chaotic at times, reducing it's cohesiveness in certain sections.Questions would be given in the self exam portions at the chapter conclusions without discussion of the topic.One of the many examples of this would be questions about Thyroid hormones, when in fact, no review was provided regarding those topics.Many more similar issues were prevalent in this book.
Finally, the preparation for the ARDMS could have been better, with questions that would have been geared more similarly to those on the actual exam.Many of the review questions were definition-of-terms related, whereas in the actual exam, the questions revolved on concepts, and especially a good understanding of B-mode, images gray-scale images.

It should be rated as 3.5, not 3, but comparing this to another, better organized and cohesive book (discussed in the next paragraph), the ratings cannot in good conscience be 4.

For a book, that's far better organized (and avoids the pitfalls just mentioned on the Abdominal Ultrasound Study Guide), but unfortunately on the Physics and Instrumentation section of the ARDMS, please look for "Essentials of Ultrasound Physics" by James Zagzebski.

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Baptist Memorial College, Memphis, Tennessee. Companion study guide to the Textbook of Diagnostic Ultrasonography by the same author. Exam review for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers for the abdomen examination. Review exercises, self-tests, and a practice exam included.

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The Natural Healer's Acupressure Handbook: Advanced G-Jo (G-Jo Institute Self-Health Series) (Hardcover) Review

2010-11-03T14:44:00.000-04:00

tHEY CHEATED ME. THEY DIDN'T SEND ME THE BOOK I ORDERED. I EMAILED THE SELLER OVER A WEEK AGO AND THERE HAS BEEN NO REPLY. THEY IMMEADIATELY PROCESSED THE CHARGE. OBVIOUSLY THEY WILL NOT CORRECT THEIR ERROR, BUT THEY GOT THEIR MONEY REAL FAST.

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Pacific Coast Pelagic Invertebrates: A Guide to the Common Gelatinous Animals (Paperback) Review

2010-11-03T10:21:00.000-04:00

Pacific Coast Pelagic Invertebrates covers the common gelatinous pelagic invertebrates, more commonly thought of as jellyfish, that are encountered on the Pacific coast from Alaska to Baja California. There is really no comparable source for this information and certainly none that is so well written and illustrated.
The beginning of the book provides a description of the advantages of a gelatinous lifestyle, the role of gelatinous animals in marine ecosystems, and the range of habitats in which they occur. This provides the reader with an appreciation for the diverse and successful patterns these animals have evolved to live in a variety of habitats and niches. There is also an excellent section on observing, collecting, and photographing specimens.
Wrobel and Mills have provided a glossary of terms and black and white photographs of each major group identifying various body parts. The description of how to distinguish the major groups gives readers an entree into the descriptions of the species.
Species from four phyla are included: Cnidaria, Ctenophora, Mollusca, and Chordata. The descriptions of the organisms are arranged taxonomically. Information on identification, natural history, range and habitat, and other remarks as appropriate are included in each description. The most striking feature of the book has to be the photographs that accompany each species description. The photographs are truly gorgeous.

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Power Yoga: An Individualized Approach to Strength, Grace, and Inner Peace (Paperback) Review

2010-11-02T21:22:00.000-04:00

*The pictures are really beautiful! And the author really looks like the Goddess of Health! Very nice book! :)

*All the important poses of Power Yoga are present. A book that feels complete. If you follow the book, you'll develop your flexibility, your balance, your strength, and your endurance. And your self-esteem, of course.

*The only bad stuff is some embarassingly ignorant and/or unscientific
information in the text. I almost choked reading on page 22 that everything we do or experience is stored in our DNA! If you do not know, do not speak! :|

*An excellent buy, relatively cheap at that! I'm really happy I have this book! Thank you, Professor Norberg! :)

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According to Yoga Journal, there are 16.5 million yoga practitioners in America and they spend almost $3 billion dollars on classes and products each year. Author Ulrica Norberg suggests that yoga can aid us in developing our own life philosophies through a synthesis of Eastern ideology and an expanding understanding of ourselves. She takes readers through the elements of East Asian philosophy, the history and composition of yoga, and the basic movements and techniques specific to the dynamic yoga form of power yoga. Filled with beautiful full-color photographs illustrating sun-salutation (the basis of power yoga exercises), numerous asanas (poses), and relaxation techniques, her book is useful for all levels of instruction and inspiration.

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Heave Ho: My Little Green Book Of Seasickness (Paperback) Review

2010-11-02T10:50:00.000-04:00

The book has its moments but it tends to ramble. There are sometimes to many quotes. They disrupt the flow of the text. The cartoons have to be the best part of the book. My husband got a few chuckles out of it too.

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This hilarious, illustrated volume brings together over 2,000 years of seasickness wit.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Prescription Alternatives : Hundreds of Safe, Natural, Prescription-Free Remedies to Restore & Maintain Your Health (Paperback) Review

2010-11-01T15:11:00.000-04:00

Purchasing Prescription Alternatives, Second Edition, by Earl L. Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. and Virginia Hopkins, M.A., may just be the best investment you can make in your health.
Drug companies spend more than a billion dollars each year on advertising.They sponsor talks in medical schools, providing free meals and medical supplies to students.They also fund most of the medical research going on today and keep doctors' offices supplied with "free" samples.Between drug companies and the pressures put doctors by HMO's, it's no wonder that most people who go to see a doctor walk away with a prescription to be filled.
Sometimes those prescriptions are essential, particularly in the cases of sudden, acute illnesses.But often they do more harm than good.Mindell and Hopkins's goal is to "teach you how to be a knowledgeable and conservative drug user, who knows how to ask the right questions and get the necessary information to stay healthy."
They explain that nearly one million people are "injured" by drugs every year, and "at least 11 million people are abusing prescription drugs."They caution that having FDA approval doesn't mean a drug is safe, reminding readers that "those FDA-approved drugs are killing at least 140,000 people a year, just in hospitals."
The bulk of the book is a detailed listing of hundreds of drugs prescribed every day, including those for heart disease, digestive disorders, asthma and allergies, pain relief, diabetes, insomnia, prostate problems, osteoporosis, eye diseases, and herpes.They also include antibiotics, antifungals, and synthetic hormones.
Mindell and Hopkins start with a description of the disease or ailment and its causes and effects on the body.They then explain how it could be prevented in the first place, making their book useful also for people who are currently healthy.Following that is a list of the drugs that can be prescribed, using both the brand names and generic names. An explanation of how each drug works in the body comes next, along with information on side effects.They then discuss all the interactions each drug has with other drugs, with nutritional supplements, and food.Lastly, they provide information on natural alternatives.
"You absolutely cannot count on the FDA, the drug company, your physician or your pharmacist to keep you safe from dangerous drugs and their interactions," say Mindell and Hopkins.Prescription Alternatives will give readers all the information they need to make wise choices about which, if any, drug is best for them, as well as helping them avoid the adverse consequences that can result from simple human error in obtaining and using prescription drugs.

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"Earl L. Mindell draws on his encyclopedic knowledge of pharmacology, nutrition, and natural healing to present a comprehensive survey of more than 1,000 simple, safe, nature-based remedies."--BOOK JACKET. "In this updated and expanded second edition of his authoritative guide, Dr. Mindell shows that you can solve your health problems without using drugs and teaches you how to monitor your body as you switch from drugs to natural health."--BOOK JACKET.

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Chinese Medicine (Paperback) Review

2010-11-01T08:52:00.000-04:00

Since 3000 b.C., Chinese medicine has been taken into account all the mental, spiritual and physical aspects of patients in order to treat the root causes of their illness and not the symptoms. This book shows how Chinese medicine tries to establish harmony between body, mind and spirit, balancing the Ying and the Yang, and regulating Qi (the vital energy that flows through our body).

This encyclopedia of Chinese medicine is a practical guide that helps to understand the four main branches of Chinese medicine:
- Herbal medicine.
- Nutrition cures.
- Acupuncture.
- Acupressure.

This practical guide is fully illustrated with full color pictures and quick reference tables. The book is useful for all family members: children, pregnant women, and seniors. The text emphasizes on preventive medicine, which is one of the fundamental aspects of Chinese medicine. The book is edited by Dr. Duo Gao, one of the foremost international authorities on the art and science of Chinese medicine.

The encyclopedia of Chinese medicine covers the following topics:
- An introduction to the history an philosophy of Chinese medicine.
- Root Causes of medical disorders and health problems, and they are treated.
- Herbal therapies.
- Qi Gong.
- A full chapter on Acupuncture.
- A full chapter on Acupressure.
- A list of contact and resources on this field.

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Developed over 2,000 years ago, Chinese medicine is a complete medical system that is used to prevent, diagnose, and treat illness, and to encourage good health. Unlike conventional Western medicine, which tends to focus on specific isolated areas of disease, it takes a more holistic, noninvasive approach, emphasizing the interaction of the individual's body, mind, and spirit and its relationship with the environment.Special emphasis is placed on preventative medicine. Illustrated throughout with color photographs, easy-reference charts, and artworks, this is the ultimate manual and reference work on Chinese medicine. This edition includes an introduction by Barbara Bernie, Founder of the American Foundation for Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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Reconstructive Surgery of the Esophagus (Hardcover) Review

2010-10-31T21:32:00.000-04:00

The transaction took place in an uneventfull manner.
Honest deal.
The product arrived within 8 weeks from the purchase in perfect conditions.

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Reconstructive Surgery of the Esophagus allows the reader to take a fresh look at a subject that is mired in history and convention.The result is an honest examination of current dogma, providing a basis for rational decision making.
The author makes use of a wide variety of both historical and contemporary original source materials, offering the reader a complete overview of reconstructive esophageal surgery.In addition to copious evidence-based information, the author shares some of his valuable experience-based observations to help guide the practitioner through details of complex procedures, avoid common problems, and manage complications when they occur.
This book is organized to permit easy access to detailed information on all aspects of esophageal reconstruction, and is liberally illustrated with original line drawings that depict the relevant anatomy and steps associated with each procedure.
Because the esophagus and related structures traverse three anatomic regions, reconstructive surgery requires knowledge of a host of different and sometimes arcane aspects of physiology and anatomy.General thoracic surgeons, general surgeons, cardiothoracic surgeons, head and neck surgeons, and plastic/reconstructive surgeons will all benefit from this well-organized, succinct text.

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The Gut Flush Plan : The Breakthrough Cleansing Program to Rid Your Body of the Toxins That Make You Sick, Tired, and Bloated (Hardcover) Review

2010-10-31T16:37:00.000-04:00

I have been a big ALG fan for a while, but this book takes it a little too far.A few things I noticed (I did not read from cover to cover)

--This book seems to almost require purchase of her products, which was not necessary to follow her plans in previous books.So I find that annoying.Buy my book and then my products.
--She is really moving to germaphobe land in my opinion.I can understand skipping the salad bar to avoid bacteria and stuff, but she seems to question having pets.She does not say get rid of your animals, restrict your contact, you get the idea.Really drifting toward living in a bubble.

I guess if you are really sick and not digesting food well this might be the book for you.But if you are just looking to feel and be more healthy and/or lose some weight, try the Fat Flush Plan and/or the Detox.I know when I do the original Fat Flush I feel great physically, emotionally, my skin clears, etc.However, this book just goes too far for my lifestyle to be actually doable.

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The Breakthrough Cleansing Program to Rid Your Body of the Toxins That Make You Sick, Tired, and Bloated

A groundbreaking plan to cleanse your system and revitalize your health.

In light of the recent food scares (E. coli in spinach and salmonella in peanut butter) and the rising incidence in illness from smartbugs, parasites, yeast, and hidden food sensitivities, award-winning author and detox diet expert Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., explains why we must now more than ever Fortify, Flush, and Feed our bodies from within.

In The Gut Flush Plan, Gittleman outlines a comprehensive plan to heal our bodies, lower our risk of infection, and revitalize our health.

In no nonsense and informative chapters, she reveals:
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Chinese Encyclopedia of Medicine (Paperback) Review

2010-10-30T15:45:00.000-04:00

Since 3000 b.C., Chinese medicine has been taken into account all the mental, spiritual and physical aspects of patients in order to treat the root causes of their illness and not the symptoms. This book shows how Chinese medicine tries to establish harmony between body, mind and spirit, balancing the Ying and the Yang, and regulating Qi (the vital energy that flows through our body).

This encyclopedia of Chinese medicine is a practical guide that helps to understand the four main branches of Chinese medicine:
- Herbal medicine.
- Nutrition cures.
- Acupuncture.
- Acupressure.

This practical guide is fully illustrated with full color pictures and quick reference tables. The book is useful for all family members: children, pregnant women, and seniors. The text emphasizes on preventive medicine, which is one of the fundamental aspects of Chinese medicine. The book is edited by Dr. Duo Gao, one of the foremost international authorities on the art and science of Chinese medicine.

The encyclopedia of Chinese medicine covers the following topics:
- An introduction to the history an philosophy of Chinese medicine.
- Root Causes of medical disorders and health problems, and they are treated.
- Herbal therapies.
- Qi Gong.
- A full chapter on Acupuncture.
- A full chapter on Acupressure.
- A list of contact and resources on this field.

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An approach to the philosophy and objectives of Chinese medicine, fully illustrated throughout with colour photographs and artworks.

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African Vodun: Art, Psychology, and Power (Paperback) Review

2010-10-30T12:09:00.000-04:00

This is a refreshing work that views Vodun from an artistic and psychological perspective, versus a religious or Hoo-Doo search. There is alot of material here you won't readily find anywhere else about the culture of Vodun. There is also great information in one chapter on the realities and impact of the slave trade within Africa that provides a clearer perspective than most such articles.

A very excellent, and intellectual read I enjoyed and is well worth the price. Plainly, Ms. Blier put great effort and thought into this work, and it shows. This is one of the top 10 books a serious student of Vodou should aspire to have and read.

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