The Only Diet There is, Sondra Ray

This book is a valuable reference for anyone interested in not only loosing weight, but discovering a new road to personal fulfillment.  Sondra's theory is simple.  "Though we might think it is our negative eating habits that have kept us unattractive and unhealthy, it is really our negative thoughts and feelings".

The Anxiety Epidemic, Billie Jay Sahley, PhD., C.N.C.

"This book gives you the information you need to being the healing process using amino acids, and nutrients that create needed neurotransmitters in the brain.  Neurotransmitters are the KEY!  By using the orthomolecular program described in this book, thousands who have suffered from anxiety, panic, and fear have been helped".

Dr. Sahley is the Executive Director of the Pain and Stress Center in San Antonio, Texas.  She devotes the majority of her time to research, writing, and development of natural products to address brain deficiencies.

Other books include: Control Hyperactivity /  ADD Naturally; GABA, The Anxiety Amino Acid; The Melatonin Report; Is Ritalin Necessary; Malic Acid and Magnesium for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Syndrome, among others.

Homeopathic Psychology: Personality Profiles of the Major Constitutional Remedies, Philip M. Bailey, M.D.

Dr. Bailey presents a very readable and fascinating text for both the lay reader, and the professional.  Understanding the archetypal personalities presented by Philip Bailey will help you to better understand yourself, your family, and the people with whom you interact day-to-day.

"The most common personality types recognized by homeopathic practitioners are brought to life in this new book by an insightful physician and homeopath.  These thirty-five typologies are described in light of common behaviors, primary emotional tendencies, internal conflicts, and spiritual issues that each of them face.  The book is essential for serious students and practitioners of homeopathic medicine, and it will be of use as well to homeopathic patients or anyone interested in typology research".

5-HTP: Nature's Serotonin, Ray Sahelian, M.D.

If you have questions about how 5-HTP can improve both your physical and mental health, here is a single source you can turn to for both reliable and comprehensive information.

"In 5-HTP, Dr. Ray Sahelian discusses the latest in 5-HTP research in the areas of weight loss, depression, anxiety disorders, fibromyalgia, migraine headache, neurological disorders.  He shows you how this nutrient works and how it can be combined with herbs, other nutrients, vitamins, hormones-including melatonin, DHEA, and pregnenalone, and medicines to create comprehensive treatment programs.  Included in the book are opinions both of doctors who use 5-HTP and related nutrients in their practices, and of people who have taken 5-HTP.  In addition, Dr. Sahelian provides important information on dosage, side effects, medical testing, and interactions with medicines and other nutrients".

The Real vitamin and Mineral Book, Shari Lieberman, PhD., and Nancy Bruning

Which supplements should you be taking, and how much of each should you take?  The government says one thing, doctors say another, and reports in magazines and newspapers something else.

This complete resource is full of up-to-date information on all of the vitamin's, minerals, and other important supplements needed to strengthen your immune system, fight illness, slow aging, and maximize your health.

Planetary Herbology, Michale Tierra, C.A., N.D.

This is a useful handbook for practitioners as well as readers with a general interest in herbology.

"This practical handbook and reference guide is a landmark publication in the field.  For unprecedented usefulness in practical applications, the author provides a comprehensive listing of the more than 400 medicinal herbs available in the west, classified according to their chemical constituents, properties and actions, indicated uses and suggested dosages.  Students of eastern medical theory will find the western herbs cross-referenced to the Chinese and Ayurvedic (East Indian) systems of herbal therapies".

Iridology: How the Eyes Reveal Your Health and Your Personality, Dorothy Hall

Dorothy Hall is a widely read Naturopath and Herbalist.  In this book she presents the science of Iridology in an easy and concise way.  She also provides examples and case histories from her own practice, providing a key to understanding your health, emotional state, and even your basic personality.

"Every part of the body, Dorothy demonstrates, relates to a specific area of the iris, the colored portion of the eye.  Illnesses, stress, nutritional deficiencies, injuries, even a tooth infection, can be 'read' in the iris, often allowing early diagnosis of unsuspected health problems.  The very structure of the iris reveals an individual's basic strengths and weaknesses".

Probiotics: Nature's Internal Healers, Natasha Trenev

In this concise book on the subject, author Natasha Trenev introduces you to friendly bacteria, and explains their importance in achieving and maintaining good health.

"Divided into two parts, the book begins with an introduction to the different friendly bacterial strains.  It then presents, in easy-to-understand language, the antibiotic action, antiviral activity, and anti-cancer capabilities of these beneficial internal guardians, as well as the foes that weaken them.  Part two includes a comprehensive A-to-Z listing of illnesses and disorders that can be prevented or corrected with proper probiotic supplementation".

Dr. Max Gerson: Censured for Curing Cancer, S.J. Haught

"In the thirty years since this book was written, the cancer epidemic has grown steadily to become a bloated, devouring monster.  Today, more than six million Americans have cancer.  This year alone, one million and ten thousand Americans will be told, 'I'm sorry, it's malignant, you have cancer.'  This year, at the rate of one per minute, more than half a million Americans will die of cancer".

Max Gerson is just one of many whose research, treatments, and knowledge have been systematically kept from proper recognition, and review.  Read how one man could threaten the American Cancer Society, American Medical Association, and the National Council Against Health Fraud.

Fats that Heal, Fats that kill, Udo Erasmus

Think fats are scary...think again.  Udo Erasmus presents this daunting topic in a very readable book enjoyed and praised by lay readers, and recommended by doctors.

"Healthy fats are required, together with other nutrients, to prevent and reverse so-called 'incurable' degenerative disease; heart disease, cancer, and Type II diabetes.  Healing fats help reverse arthritis, obesity, PMS, allergies, asthma, skin conditions, fatigue, yeast and fungal infections, addictions, certain types of mental illness, and many other conditions.  Good fats also enhance athletic performance, skin beauty, longevity, and energy levels".

An Alternative Approach to Allergies, Theron G. Randolph, M.D., and Ralph W. Moss, PhD.

Theron Randolph founded the Society for Clinical Ecology, now named the American Academy of Environmental Medicine.

"An Alternative Approach to Allergies offers a radically different perspective on the chronic illness and allergies that affect at least half of all Americans by asserting that many physical and mental illnesses are caused by susceptibilities to certain foods and to chemicals found in our increasingly contaminated environment".

"This book shed new light on the topic of indoor and outdoor air pollution and presents dozens of revealing case histories of hyperactivity, alcoholism, headaches, arthritis, fatigue, and depression.  Finally this text provides practical advice to everyone who wants to remain healthy in a polluted world".

Overcoming Thyroid Disorders, David Brownstein, M.D.

"This book provides new insight into why thyroid disorders are frequently undiagnosed and how best to treat them.  The holistic treatment plan outlined in this book will show you how safe and natural remedies can help improve your thyroid function and help you achieve your optimal health".

This holistic treatment plan described in this book includes; natural hormones, vitamins, minerals, herbs, detoxification, diet, and much more.  this is an important book for anyone looking to improve their health, or searching for answers for any number of health problems.

Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness, Broda Barnes, M.D.

Of all the problems that can affect the physical or mental health, none is more common than thyroid gland disturbance. No problem is more readily and inexpensively treated, and yet none is more often left untreated, and even unsuspected.

“Hypothyroidism, low thyroid function, is one of the gland disturbances that many people suffer from without even realizing it. It can be the cause of low energy or constant fatigue that is of the most common complaints brought to doctors. It may be responsible for chronic headaches, repeated infections, unyielding skin problems, or circulatory difficulties. Even more frightening, it can be a major factor in heart disease, lung cancer, and emphysema. And it is responsible for many emotional and mental disturbances”.

What Your Doctor May NOT Tell You About Menopause, John R. Lee, M.D.

John Lee is the author of a number of books on female issues. He is now retired, and spends his time teaching professionals and lay audiences about hormone balance and health.

“Premenopausal symptoms, endometriosis, weight gain, low sex drive, fibrocystic breast, heart disease, and osteoporosis; most women will experience these or other hormone-related problems. Today, millions of women concerned about aging must decide whether or not to undergo synthetic hormone replacement therapy, and suffer its side effects and increase risks of cancer”.

“John Lee brings you lifesaving facts that even your doctor may not know about, Premarin, Prover, and other HRT drugs; gives you an easy –to-follow nonprescription ‘Hormone Balance’ program; and tells you how to stay energized, strong, sexually vigorous, and free from ‘female problems’ before menopause, during the menopausal years, and beyond”.

Guess What Came to Dinner: Parasites and Your Health, Ann Louise Gittleman

This is not a topic most of us like to discuss, and yet ignoring the problem doesn’t make it go away. The growing threat of parasites and bacterial infections is real, and dangerous. By reading Guess What Came to Dinner, you’ll be taking an important first step in defending yourself, and your loved ones.

“Is there anything you can do to protect yourself and your family from this very real epidemic? Yes, there is. Top nutritionist Ann Louise Gittleman has written and easy-to-understand guide that gives you all the information you need to guard against these unwelcome organisms. In her book, she explains what parasites are, why they are harmful, and how they are spread. She describes the symptoms of parasitic diseases; symptoms that are easily confused with other common health disorders. She looks at the medical treatments offered to combat parasites. And, most important, she offers practical advice on how to parasite proof your diet and your lifestyle”.

Alternative Medicine: The Definitive Guide, Burton Goldberg Group

This book has everything you need to know about effective therapies and affordable treatments for you and your family. It is an invaluable resource. Publications are also available for specific conditions; The Definitive Guide to Cancer, The Definitive Guide to Menopause, Hypothyroidism, Candida, etc. Unfortunately, I believe that this group is no longer together, however, their books are available in any librar, or online through Amazon or any number of other bookstores.

“Responding to a growing consumer demand for alternatives to conventional medicine, Future Medicine Publishing was created to help alleviate the present medical crisis by informing the public of effective and affordable alternatives in health care and promoting freedom of choice in medicine. This work is the result of a global effort spanning four years, a two million dollar budget, and involving over 400 leading alternative health professionals. This best-selling title (over 600,000 copies in print) is widely regarded as "the bible” of alternative medicine”.

Natural Treatments for ADD and Hyperactivity, Skye Weintraub, N.D.

I read somewhere that a headache is not due to a deficiency in Aspirin. I believe the same analogy can relate to ADD/ADHD, and Ritalin. Professionals again are proving what affect a healthy lifestyle, diet, and the correct nutrients can have on yet another ‘disorder’, and the life of a person suffering from it.

“Dr. Weintraub’s latest natural health guide focuses on how to overcome the related behavioral problems of ADD and hyperactivity. Her expertise points to the many causes of these disorders, including nutritional, environmental, and physiological factors. She outlines how and why these problems are often misdiagnosed. Further Dr. Weintraub gives specific, technical information pertinent to the causes, symptoms, and natural treatments of ADD and hyperactivity, as well as a guideline for parents and teacher to follow when dealing with children afflicted with these symptoms”.

Radical Healing, Rudolph Ballentine, M.D.

Rudolph Ballentine has written the now classic work, Diet and Nutrition. He is a Physician, Psychiatrist, herbalist, Ayurvedic practitioner, Homeopath, and teacher. He created and directs the Center for Holistic Medicine in New York City.

“Radical Healing harnesses nature’s medicinal plants and other natural substances, with common sense essentials such as diet, exercise, and cleansing, as well as the most profound principles of spiritual and psychological transformation. In Dr. Ballentine’s synthesis, illness is an opportunity for growth that can go far beyond recover. Through radical healing old habits and attitudes that supported the development of disease fall away, to be replace by the clarity that comes with a whole new way of being in the world”. And who wouldn’t want that. Love it!

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, James F. Balch, M.D. & Phyllis A. Balch, C.N.C.

This is an up-to-date reference providing drug-free remedies for over three hundred ailments and disorders.

“The book is divided into three parts. Part One explains and lists the various types of nutrients, food supplements, and herbs; Part Two describes common disorders, from acne to cancer to yeast infection, and names the supplements that can be used to help the conditions; and Part Three is a guide to traditional remedies and therapies that can be used in conjunction with a nutritional program. In addition, there are helpful self-diagnostic tests and insets throughout the book that offer in-depth coverage of a wide variety of topics”.

Natural Alternatives to Over-the-Counter and Prescription Drugs, Michael T. Murray, N.D.

This book is a great reference, featuring many natural alternatives to commonly used drugs.

“Naturopathic Physician Michael T. Murray discusses the effectiveness, and the unwanted side effects, of many of the drugs used today. He then show how these drugs can be replaced with less expensive natural remedies whose medicinal benefits have been proven in clinical studies. Murray discusses dozens of herbal remedies, vitamins and minerals, extracts, and ointments, and shows how each can be used to bring relief from specific ailments. With easy-to-understand charts, graphs, and tables throughout, the book offers detailed, practical information that will help readers live a fuller, healthier life”.

Foundations of Health: The Liver and Digestive Herbal, Christopher Hobbs, RH

Christopher Hobbs is a fourth generation herbalist and botanist with over 20 years of experience with herbs. He writes and lectures internationally on herbal medicine.

“This is a wonderfully informative book that provides a comprehensive look at the digestive system and the foods and herbs that are beneficial to it. Hobbs’ ability to make anatomical and scientific information easily discernible without losing its brilliant complexity makes this book of special value to both the layperson and the health professional”.

Ageless: The Naked Truth about Bioidentical Hormones, Suzanne Somers

You may not think of Suzanne Somers as an expert in bioidentical hormones, but she has done her research, and gives you, the reader, a first hand account of the topic.  Some of the area covered include; anti-aging medicine, medicine and how it can help work against the environmental assault that is making us sick, including how to detox the body of harmful pollutants and chemicals and strengthen our weakest glands and organs; why so many hysterectomies are unnecessary, how birth control pills may have contributed to the rise, and how to restore your body to perfect hormonal balance after having one; and the importance of sleep and the healing work that nature does during this time to balance hormones and increase energy.

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NOTE: I do not support the notion of having anyone stop any medication or medical treatment without discussing this with their doctor, MD, DO, Psychiatrist, etc. These pages of my website are meant to be informative, and provide clients with options and choices they may not have known about. The information found within is not meant to diagnose, treat, or propose any type of replacement for general medical care. It is my personal belief and experience that orthodox medicine as well as complementary therapies can and need to coexist to best help clients work through both acute and chronic health issues, as well as be involved in setting up preventative programs.