End Your Addiction Now: The Proven Nutritional Supplement Program That Can Set You Free

Stop the Cravings, Kick the Habit Scientific research has shown that cravings for nicotine, alcohol, or drugs are the result of biochemical imbalances that disrupt the normal workings of brain cells. Now a pioneering specialist in addiction whose innovative treatment boasts an 80 percent recovery rate presents his three-stage, nutritional supplement program that can restore your brain's proper biochemical balance-lessening cravings and eliminating addiction quicker and easier than ever before possible. Reclaim control of your life with: * A way to get started. The "Quick-Start" stage of the Power Recovery Program can help you reduce or eliminate substance cravings within 24 to 72 hours. * A way to reverse damage and restore health. You can detoxify your body with a comprehensive, easy-to-follow plan of nutritional supplements. * A way to stay substance-free forever. Long-term biochemical rebalancing helps you maintain your newfound freedom for life.

Amazon Sales Rank: #746483 in Books Published on: 2004-12-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 336 pages

About the Author Charles Gant, M.D., Ph.D., is a member of the American Academy of Psychiatrists in Addiction and Alcoholism and lives in Syracuse, New York. Greg Lewis, Ph.D., lives in Rochester, New York.

Most helpful customer reviews 39 of 41 people found the following review helpful. Gant Vindicated By Maureen Meccio RE: CHARLES GANT, MD The website of the NYS Office of Professional Medical Conduct begins its report of the Charles Gant case by listing a series of charges brought against him in highly inflammatory and misleading language. Only if you really like reading long text on computer screens would you ever get to the part where it is revealed that the charges relating to the quality of his medical care have been overturned by a OPMC hearing panel. In fact, the hearing panel upheld Dr. Gant's methodology, which relies heavily on using nutritional supplements to treat many conditions by rebalancing biochemistry, most notably, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD) in children. Further, they found that, contrary to the charges, Dr. Gant had done no harm to any of his patients: "The committee unanimously agreed that the Respondent's license should not be revoked. The record in this case established Respondent was not incompetent nor did his conduct amount to gross negligence. Nor did they find that his diagnostic or testing practices were an attempt to reap excessive financial gain. He was well versed in his type of practice and was not trying to take advantage of his patients. In mitigation of the findings of fraud, the committee notes that the use of erroneous codes was not done for the Respondent's financial benefit since his practice was one of fee for service." See a quick update on Gant's case 39 of 42 people found the following review helpful. Now you can really understand substance abuse By A Customer This book describes, in lay terms, a growing sub-specialty within addictions treatment that is based on nutritional medicine. It's a treatment protocol that is becoming more popular -- because people are realizing how effective it can be. Plus it's based solidly on science: published medical research documenting the interrelationship between brain chemistry, nutrition and substance use.Read this book to learn why you crave nicotine, alcohol or drugs (it's because of how they affect your brain chemistry). The book also provides questionnaires to help you figure out what nutrients you can use to get yourself back into balance. Many people Dr. Gant have treated (he's been doing this for 15 years) have "quit" without even trying -- I mean, imagine being able to stop smoking, as one example, without any withdrawal symptoms at all!I've known Dr. Gant personally for years, and as many others who know him would agree, his work could help so many people! If you have a cigarette, booze or drug habit, or love someone who uses drugs, please try this book! 20 of 20 people found the following review helpful. Changed My Life!! By G. M. Simmons I highly recommend this book to everyone, not just those with substance problems. The typical American diet is so devoid of many of the nutrients that this program recommends, all can benefit, regardless of personal situation. Thanks to following the program for my specific issues, I am now completely off of precription anxiety medicine, not drinking and losing weight. I sleep better, think clearer, have more energy and enjoy life at a level far better than I could ever have imagined. My skin is clearer, nails stronger, and hair glossier. Everyone knows that these are sure signs of a healthy being. The improvement to my life is truly amazing. The information contained in this book is invaluable!! See all 13 customer reviews...

Supplements for Endurance Athletes

In Supplements for Endurance Athletes, you can cut through all the hype and find the information you need on 20 top supplements. Find out which supplements to use—and which to avoid—to maximize your advantage. You'll learn what the supplements are, how they work, how to use them, and the precautions necessary for safe and healthy use. Some of the supplements detailed include-branched-chain amino acids,-coenzyme Q10,-carnitine,-glycerol, -glutamine, -caffeine and ephedrine,-ginseng, and-sodium citrate.Whether you're a runner, cyclist, or triathlete, let Supplements for Endurance Athletes cut through all the hype and help you find the performance edge you're looking for.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1605868 in Books Brand: Human Kinetics Published on: 2002-08-15 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .36" h x 6.00" w x 8.98" l, .52 pounds Binding: Paperback 136 pages

About the Author Jose Antonio, PhD, is a well-published research scientist in the sports nutrition field. He holds a BS in biology from the American University, an MS in exercise physiology from Kent State University, and a PhD in endocrinology and metabolism from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Antonio has years of experience in the supplement industry. His current position is senior manager for category development at Active Nutrition. He has also published articles in Men's Fitness, Flex, and Muscle and Fitness magazines. He and his wife, Karla, live in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Jeffrey R. Stout, PhD, is the director of sport science for Nutricia. Considered one of a few experts in sports nutrition, he is widely published in scientific journals such as the Journal of Strength and Conditioning and has also published articles in Men's Fitness, Flex, and Muscle and Fitness magazines. He has been awarded the Young Investigator Award and the Editorial Excellence Award by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He resides in Boca Raton, Florida.

End Your Addiction Now: A Proven Nutritional Supplement Program That Can Set You Free

Whether it involves drugs, alcohol, smoking, or food, addiction is an overwhelming and destructive force. While many rehabilitation programs are available, the truth is that too many people return to their old habits. Why? End Your Addiction Now not only explores the biochemical factors that are the real cause of this problem, but offers proven advice on how to break addictions once and for all. Based upon the research and experience of Dr. Charles Gantand other pioneers, this practical handbook provides simple step-by-step directions for kicking the habit. Perhaps most unique, End Your Addiction Now is designed both to guide its readers to effective physicians and treatment facilities, and to provide a path for those who wish to seek wellness on their own. At the heart of Dr. Gant’s approach is a distinctive program of nutritional supplements designed to jump-start recovery by reducing substance cravings. Dr. Gant then walks readers through a natural process of detoxification and biochemical testing that pinpoints the specific deficiencies that must be addressed to achieve complete recovery.

Amazon Sales Rank: #64297 in Books Published on: 2010-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .78" h x 6.10" w x 8.94" l, 1.07 pounds Binding: Paperback 296 pages

Review "The future direction of addiction treatment is here clearly outlined. I strongly recommend End Your Addiction Now to all who are involved in the huge addiction problem facing the United States." (Joseph D. Beasley, MD, PhD, Director AddictionEnd.com ) About the Author Dr. Charles Gant received his medical degree from the University of Virginia, with residencies in Family Practice and Psychiatry. For over a decade, he has pioneered the practice of orthomolecular medicine in the treatment of substance abuse. He has served as medical director of Tully Hill Hospital, a rehabilitation facility in Syracuse, New York, where he achieved an 83-percent success rate in ending patients’ addictions. Dr. Greg Lewis received his PhD in English from Kent State University and has been a member of the faculties of Kent State and St. Bonaventure University. For the past twenty years, he has worked as a professional freelance writer.

Most helpful customer reviews 14 of 14 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book By Tobin Frizzell As an addictions counselor, I highly recommend this book. The approach is something most doctors overlook...our nutrition and how it affects our feelings, neurotransmitters and over all health. 10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. I learned a lot but this book alone is not enough to end your addiction By J. Balao I've been addicted to anime/manga/alcohol/pornography for so many years. Though, this book help me in some level, it didn't help me so much on reducing my cravings in a long term. I'm still far from being cured but my addiction improved when I read the Alcoholism and Addiction Cure by Chris Prentiss. I combine it with the things I learned from Charles Gant's book. I notice that my cravings will be severe based on my "state of mind." Even if I'm taking large doses of amino acid I learned from this book, my cravings is still VERY strong based on my emotional state. It happens on time whenever I got traumatic events, wrong mindset and beliefs, something like that. So, basically I learned that I could control my addiction the most if I have the right mindset. (which I learned from Chris Prentiss books)Respects, John 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Works, really. By Valerie Foley I have only a rudimentary understanding of the chemistry behind the theories here, but the text is written in easily understood language and makes sense. Most importantly, it works. Author is honest about timelines, withdrawal, etc. When you read something that promises an almost instant benefit, you're naturally skeptical, but the supplements suggested work immediately. You can feel a difference in mood, energy level, and optimism right away. You really can use this program to kick your cigarette, alcohol, drug, or carb addiction. See all 12 customer reviews...

Creatine and Other Natural Muscle Boosters: Everything You Need to Know About America's Bestselling Muscle-Enhancing Supplements

The pros, the cons, the facts The most common side effects How to use them safely and effectively for maximum resultsGet the facts on the hottest supplements on the market for enhancing athletic performance.A muscle-building nutrient found in the human body, creatine has become the clear winner in the sports nutrition supplement field. In fact, many professional athletes are using it. But what exactly are muscle-enhancing supplements--and how do they power up athletic performance? What are the dangers of these popular natural muscle boosters?This comprehensive guide, written by Dr. Robert Monaco, a leading figure in sports medicine, and health writer Terry Malloy, separates fact from fiction, and explores the full range of proven benefits and potential drawbacks. Discover: How to use muscle enhancers safely Why some muscle enhancers are banned When creatine may not work How to choose the right product at the right price What parents need to know if their children are using these supplements The facts on a wide variety of natural muscle boosters, including: glutamine, taurine, whey protein isolate, chromium, and pyruvate...and more!

Amazon Sales Rank: #2222549 in Books Published on: 1999-12-01 Released on: 1999-12-01 Original language: English Binding: Mass Market Paperback 288 pages

From the Inside Flap The pros, the cons, the facts The most common side effects How to use them safely and effectively for maximum resultsGet the facts on the hottest supplements on the market for enhancing athletic performance.A muscle-building nutrient found in the human body, creatine has become the clear winner in the sports nutrition supplement field. In fact, many professional athletes are using it. But what exactly are muscle-enhancing supplements--and how do they power up athletic performance? What are the dangers of these popular natural muscle boosters?This comprehensive guide, written by Dr. Robert Monaco, a leading figure in sports medicine, and health writer Terry Malloy, separates fact from fiction, and explores the full range of proven benefits and potential drawbacks. Discover: How to use muscle enhancers safely Why some muscle enhancers are banned When creatine may not work How to choose the right product at the right price What parents need to know if their children are using these supplements The facts on a wide variety of natural muscle boosters, including: glutamine, taurine, whey protein isolate, chromium, and pyruvate...and more! About the Author Terry Malloy is a New York-based freelance writer, who has been a principal writer for the monthly newsletter Sex over Forty for the past ten years, specializing in medical issues, especially those relating to male sexuality. She is also the author of Viagra: The Wonder Drug for Peak Performance, which is available from Dell. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Nutritional Supplements and the Competitive Edge: Why Creatine?There are many reasons why creatine has emerged as the clear winner in the sports nutritional supplement arena. Creatine has been shown to:* increase muscle mass (size) * boost muscle strength * possibly speed the rate of muscle growth * possibly prevent breakdown of muscle tissue * help the body lose fat and replace it with lean muscle * increase the body's production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the fuel used for fast bursts of activity * shorten recovery time during activities (such as between reps) and between workouts * possibly delay muscle fatigue * permit longer and more intense workouts * improve athletic performance, especially when short bursts of strength are required, as in power lifting, bodybuilding, wrestling, sprinting, martial arts, football, baseball, hockey, javelin, discus, shot put, hammer throwing, and other sports * possibly elevate levels of HDL (the good kind of) cholesterol * help improve body image * possibly increase motivation to train hard * as of this writing, be safe, for short-term use, with few side effects * possibly have benefits in treating certain medical conditions, including Lou Gehrig's disease, congestive heart failure, recovery from surgery, AIDS-related muscular wasting, and loss of muscular strength in the elderly * help in about 80 percent of the people who try itOn the downside you should note that creatine:* should not be used by people with kidney problems * may not help endurance athletes in such sports as long-distance running or swimming, and may even be a negative factor, since its use can result in weight gain * may have side effects such as cramping, nausea, and diarrhea in some people who use it * may cause dehydration by drawing water into the muscle cells * may have no noticeable effect on sports performance for some people, possibly those who already have high levels of creatine in their muscles * may do little or nothing unless you exercise on a regular basis while taking it * may be dangerous if taken in larger-than-recommended doses * has no long-term studies to prove there are no adverse side effects when used over a period of yearsTHE SEARCH FOR A BOOSTWe've all seen them. People wandering around health-food stores, picking up one product after another, reading labels and considering: will this work for me or not? They talk to the clerks, compare ingredients, and try to choose the right supplement, the one that will be worth the money and make a difference in their performance, make them stronger and more energetic.Chances are, you've done this yourself, so you know the feeling.It's confusing. And frustrating. There are so many products, so many different manufacturers, such a variety of formulas. One promises "high energy," another says it will "fuel muscles," while yet another claims their product will "enable the muscles to work at greater intensity."How can you know if these claims are true? Do you need to be a chemist or physician or nutritionist to be able to figure it out? And are there any governmental safeguards, or can these manufacturers just make any claim they want to? These are some of the things you should know before buying.If you walk into a health-food store today, things look very different from a few years ago. Now, instead of row after row of vitamin and mineral bottles, chances are the first thing you'll see as you come in the door is a big selection of creatine products.Creatine seems to be everywhere. The figure of $200 million in annual sales makes a pretty important statement. People want this stuff and they're willing to pay for it. Thirty, forty, even fifty dollars a month and sometimes more. Is it really worth it?SUPPLEMENT REGULATIONSWe all know that prescription medications are carefully regulated by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), and drug manufacturers spend millions of dollars researching their products to prove they are safe and effective, so they can gain FDA approval and sell them to the public. In fact, recent statistics indicate that some drug manufacturers spend up to $500 million on developing a single drug.But what about nutritional supplements?Manufacturers of dietary supplements have an estimated annual revenue of $11.5 billion dollars. It seems like just about everyone takes at least one multivitamin per day, and millions of people take a whole menu of products, including individual vitamin and mineral pills, herbal remedies, and protein supplements.But since these supplements are neither drugs nor food, the FDA has no power to regulate them.For years a great battle has been waged between the government and the public over the question of regulations. Health-food advocates claim it is their right to take any nutritional supplements they want and the government has no business interfering. "We can self-regulate," they argue, "and we don't want the government telling us what we can and can't take for our health." Government officials counter that there must be strict controls if the public safety is to be assured.The Dietary Supplement and Health Education Act of 1994 grew out of this debate. It allows manufacturers to produce and sell nutritional supplements, provided they are not considered drugs by the FDA and companies make no health or medical claims for their products. Creatine, andro, and all the other supplements you buy in the health-food store come under this act. In addition, these nutritional supplements do not have to be clinically tested for effectiveness or safety.However, there are exceptions. If the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) finds that a producer is using misleading advertising or making claims it cannot substantiate, this government agency can take legal action against the manufacturer in order to protect the public.In addition, the FDA can take action against supplement manufacturers whose products cause serious health risks to their users. This was the case in 1989, when the amino acid supplement L-tryptophan caused about thirty-eight deaths, apparently due to accidental contamination in a Japanese factory. As a result the FDA banned tryptophan for sale in this country.So despite the power of these agencies, at this time there is really very little government control over the content of dietary supplements. Quality can widely vary from product to product, and the motto is "buyer beware."However, there is some hope on the horizon for the consumer. In a regulation that went into effect in early 1999, the FDA now requires manufacturers of dietary supplements to provide more complete information on their labels.Specifically, they must include a complete list of all ingredients and the precise levels of every vitamin, mineral, herb, or other substance in the product, similar to what is provided for most food items in the supermarket.With this new "supplement facts" label, people who buy creatine and other supplements will have a better chance to judge each product and make an informed decision about what to buy. They will be able to see, quickly and easily, exactly what ingredients the product contains and in what amounts. As a result, comparison shopping should be much less confusing.THE PURSUIT OF VICTORYLet's face it. There's nothing like winning.In a split second you feel an intoxicating rush unlike anything else you will ever know.The quest for this singular thrill is what motivates many athletes around the world. Whether you're a twelve-year-old figure skater getting up at five in the morning to train for the Olympics, a basketball player shooting hoops all weekend, or a runner snatching a few extra laps in the cold winter dark after work, you are willing to go the extra mile, push your body to the limit, in fact, do almost anything just to gain that infinitesimal competitive edge that can be the difference between second place and first. Between almost making it and breaking a record. Between winning and losing.Throughout history athletes have trained to perfect their bodies and their performance, running, jumping, lifting weights, whether at home alone, on school teams, in neighborhood playgrounds, in gyms, or in professional sports. And until recently the ingredients that made up a good athlete were pretty simple: natural ability, hard work, good health, and the will to succeed.But now the formula has changed. There's been a significant addition, a new factor that can actually alter the balance: supplements.Everyone's doing it, right?Before you join the crowds take a moment to inform yourself. Or if you're already taking supplements, do yourself a favor and find out more about them. And above all, do not take any supplements, no matter how safe you may think they are, without a doctor's approval and supervision.In today's world you have to be alert. You have to be smart. You have to know what you're doing. As the saying goes, you've got to look out for number one-it's not such bad advice.So if you're just starting an exercise program for the first time, or if you want to maintain and enhance your regular fitness program, or if you're a serious athlete and want to dramatically improve your performance, you should know more about creatine. It could be the answer to your prayers.

Most helpful customer reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. If you don't know this is the book that you need By Phil Huggins Finally a book that explains how supplements work. Very easy to read, this book explains in detail how creatine works and how it should be used. There is more truthful supplementation information in this book than I have found in muscle magizines in the past three years. Anyone who wants to try supplements needs to read this book first to get an edge on companies who sell low grade products. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Creatine: Explained By A Customer This book was very informative about the good and bad effects of creatine and other muscle enhancers. I think that this is a good book for the serious or not too serious weight lifter. Very clear and straight to the point. See all 2 customer reviews...

Micronutrients in Health and Disease

Increased oxidative stress due to the production of excessive amounts of free radicals along with the effects of chronic inflammation play a major role in the initiation and progression of a host of disease states, ranging from cancer to posttraumatic stress disorder. In varying doses, micronutrients, including antioxidants, B vitamins, and minerals have shown to help ameliorate these effects. However, clinical studies using isolated micronutrients to combat these illnesses have proven that such limited therapy has produced inconsistent results. Assembling a plethora of rational and scientific evidence, Micronutrients in Health and Disease makes the case that the use of not one but multiple micronutrients working together synergistically in combination with a low-fat, high-fiber diet can prove successful in the prevention and management of these chronic conditions. Following an overview of basic facts about micronutrients, oxidative stress, inflammation, the immune system, and the results of various clinical studies, the book explores the use of micronutrients in prevention and improvement of standard therapy in a number of disease states, including: Coronary artery disease Diabetes Cancer Alzheimer’s disease Parkinson’s disease Hearing disorders Posttraumatic stress disorder Traumatic brain injury HIV/AIDS Adverse effects of radiation Arthritis Steeped in research and heavily referenced, this volume concludes with a list of common myths and misconceptions about micronutrient use and a chart with dietary reference intakes (DRIs) of all the major products, making this a solid resource for those seeking to promote healthy aging and prevent and manage disease.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1819847 in Books Published on: 2010-10-13 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .2 pounds Binding: Hardcover 391 pages

Review Filled with research, Micronutrients in Health and Disease is a solid resource for those seeking to promote healthy aging and prevent and manage disease. The book will serve as a reference volume for graduate students in nutrition, instructors teaching courses in nutrition and health, researchers involved in prevention and improving treatments of diseases using micronutrients, primary care and academic physicians interested in complimentary medicine, and health professionals in complimentary medicine and the nutrition industry. -- SIRREADALOT.ORG About the Author Dr. Kedar N. Prasad obtained a Masters degree in Zoology from the University of Bihar, Ranchi, India, and a Ph.D. degree in Radiation Biology from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, in 1963. He received Post-doctoral training at the Brookhaven National Laboratory, Long Island. New York, and joined the Department of Radiology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center where he became Professor and Director for the Center for Vitamins and Cancer Research. He has received several awards, published over 200 articles in peer-reviewed journals, and authored and edited 15 books in the area of radiation biology, nutrition and cancer, and nutrition and neurological diseases. He is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and served as a President of the International Society of Nutrition and Cancer from 1992-2000. Currently, he is Chief Scientific Officer of the Premier Micronutrient Corporation.

Herbs and Natural Supplements (Spanish Edition)

"Herbs and Natural Supplements: An Evidence Based Guide" is the first Australian book of its kind, presenting evidence-based information on the 100 most popular herbs, nutrients and food supplements used across Australia. Comprehensive in coverage, it offers reliable data in a consistent format. Organised by monographs, each herb or nutrient listed includes information such as daily intake, main actions/indications, adverse reactions, contraindications and precautions, safety in pregnancy, and more. The text also includes a comprehensive chapter on drug herb interactions, exploring the fundamental principles involved and a unique system outlining how to use this information in practice. Additionally, there is a chapter on complementary medicine and perioperative care, which is unique. Designed as a concise user-friendly guide, this book will serve as an authoritative and reliable desk reference for students and practitioners of traditional and complementary medicine alike.

Amazon Sales Rank: #7804409 in Books Published on: 2005-03-15 Original language: English Binding: Paperback 567 pages

Most helpful customer reviews 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. most comprehensive book around By Jerry Brown An essential book for all medical physicians, pharmacists, naturopaths and herbalists. It has comprehensive information about 100 of the most popular herbal and nutritional supplements and provides the latest evidence in a balanced way and a readable format. The ready reference drug-interaction section is the most extensive around and also has beneficial interactions in it. A real winner !! PS its in ENGLISH See all 1 customer reviews...

Thyroid Power: Ten Steps to Total Health

Fatigue; weight gain; depression; arthritis; high cholestrol; low sex drive; skin, digestive, and female problems; abnormal blood pressure -- all may be symptoms of low thyroid, one of the most misdiagnosed disorders in America. Thyroid Power can help you determine whether you're one of the millions who suffer from low thyroid. It discusses food, vitamins, and natural remedies that support thyroid health;explains how to avoid environmental and emotional triggers; and offers tips from thyroid support groups. By following this clear 10-step program and working with your health practitioner, you can channel the incredible power of your thyroid into greater health and well-being.

Amazon Sales Rank: #61322 in Books Published on: 2002-05-28 Released on: 2002-05-28 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 336 pages

Amazon.com Review Depressed, overworked, or just feelin' old are common enough complaints. But when disparate symptoms such as joint pain, weight gain, and foggy-headedness join the ranks, it's time to think thyroid. As the "throttle" for the body's energy hormones, the thyroid affects every organ and cell; when it's in trouble, any variety of ailments--physical and mental--can occur. Trouble is, physicians are more likely to treat each symptom independently, with pill upon pill, rather than search for a root cause. Bolstered by 25 years of treating patients with low thyroid condition, husband-and-wife team Richard L. Shames, M.D., and Karilee H. Shames, R.N., Ph.D., ably explain the physical and emotional profiles of those diagnosed with the disease, why the proverbial deck is stacked against them, and how each patient can forge an effective path of treatment. "Consider Thyroid Power a long, personal visit with a caring, prevention-oriented practitioner," state the authors. The journey begins with thyroid basics: how this little hormone-producing tissue operates, signs that things are amiss, how other illnesses compound the problem, and how to determine one's risk for hypothyroidism. Next, the Shameses discuss the labyrinth of diagnostic and treatment issues a patient must endure. Helpful and harmful supplements and environmental factors, repairing the immune system (the origin of thyroid troubles), and a rich, sensitive exploration of holistic healing nicely round out this valuable resource. A brief section titled "Show This to Your Doctor," penned by Richard, perfectly crystallizes the book and provides an effective tool for initiating a patient/physician dialogue. --Liane Thomas From Library Journal Richard Shames, a physician, and his wife, Karilee, a Ph.D.-prepared registered nurse, have written "a step-by-step approach to healing low thyroid," a condition they feel affects far more people than is generally recognized. In ten steps, the authors outline the different kinds of thyroid disease, its manifestations, how it can be diagnosed, and the variety of ways it can be treated. The style is very readable and includes Karilee's personal account of dealing with low thyroid. A number of appendixes (though they are not so named) collect information on topics discussed throughout the book a glossary of terms, resources, the kinds of tests, etc. The authors refer to numerous studies and other books that are included in both the notes for each chapter and in a "Further Reading" section. This book will complement other consumer health titles such as Ridha Arem's The Thyroid Solution (LJ 6/1/99) and Beth Ann Ditkoff and Paul Lo Gerfo's briefer The Thyroid Guide (HarperResource, 2000). Recommended for consumer health collections. Mary J. Jarvis, West Texas A & M Univ., Canyon Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. Review With millions of Americans suffering needlessly, the THYROID POWER program can be a blessing to a great many relationships! (John Gray, Author of Men Are form Mars,Women Are from Venus )

Most helpful customer reviews 248 of 254 people found the following review helpful. This book could change your life By Alex Forman Dr.Richard Shames and his wife, Karilee, who is a skilled nurse,have written a book that has the potential to help millions of people feel better. As a practitioner of medicine working at the Preventive Medical Center in San Rafael, California, I have been using some of the philosophy and techniques that I learned directly from Dr. Shames to help many patients. These patients suffer from the most common symptoms such as: fatigue, depression, weight gain, insomnia, headaches, joint and muscle pain, memory loss, frequent colds and viruses, cold hands and feet etc. Previously I was at a loss to help these people and could only tell them that there was nothing "wrong" with them and that their problems were not "medical" at all. It turns out that I, along with most medical practitioners, were victims of our own dogma. In reality, when it comes to thyroid disorders, many people have so-called "normal" tests, and yet when given thyroid hormone, their quality of life improves dramatically. I am not speaking of a short term placebo response, that we see frequently with any healing intervention. Many of my patients get better and stay that way, simply from taking thyroid hormone that no "well trained" medical practitioner would dare give them, because their tests were "normal". Fortunately, with this book, the Shames family has broken that taboo and the genie is out of the bottle at last. This book is directed and designed for the health consumer and it will help to empower them to demand the treatments they are entitled to receive. It is organized as a step by step program to help the health consumer understand the nature of the problem they may be facing and what the potential solutions are. The reader is educated at each step and encouraged to take more control over their own health care. While many Physicians encourage the mystique of the "all knowing" omnipotent Doctor, the Shames's are completely committed to breaking down that power relationship in their work. This book goes a long way to making the health consumer a more equal partner. I was particularly glad to see the emphasis on women's health issues and the encouragement of women to ask for more assistance with the problems of mid-life that are so often simply dismissed as "oh well, that's menopause for you". Women have been the victim of a patriarchal health system for too long and this book is one of many that helps women patients get the medical care they are entitled to. The issue of thyroid dysfunction is brought down to earth in this book and the reader is given a wide range of options to try. Rather than simply accepting the divine judgment that "your thyroid is normal according to the tests", the patient has several choices, if her/his symptoms are interfering with their life. They can ask for more tests, as the simple basic thyroid tests do not necessarily have all the information needed. Particularly they can request that their thyroid antibodies be checked. I have seen many patients, who responded magnificently to thyroid medication, when their only abnormal result was high levels of these antibodies. Of course, conventional medical dogma denies this possibility and will only treat people who have a TSH level above 5. Even if all the tests are normal, this book encourages the patient to ask for a trial of thyroid hormone treatment. I can assure you that many people will improve with this simple intervention and there is no risk if one if carefully monitored. Finally, if the standard thyroid treatment fails to improve things, there are other types of thyroid hormones that might help, including the often ridiculed natural thyroid. Dr. Shames reports on many cases of people who responded far better to combinations of T4 and T3 hormone, rather than the standard T4 treatment alone. As with all who challenge the conventional dogma, I am

Adrenal Fatigue: The 21st Century Stress Syndrome

This is an incredibly informative and reader-friendly book about a common debilitating medical condition that goes largely undiagnosed and untreated. ADRENAL FATIGUE: The 21st Century Stress Syndrome is a very empowering work cram-packed with vital information about a condition that very likely affects millions of people.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2373 in Books Brand: Nutricology Published on: 2001-01-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 6.25" h x 9.25" w x 1.00" l, 1.16 pounds Binding: Paperback 361 pages 1 Kits Serving Size:

Most helpful customer reviews 210 of 213 people found the following review helpful. The Alternative Book on Stress By Hussain Abdul-Hussain The different books on stress on the market offer different visions on the causes of stress and the ways to fight it. Adrenal Fatigue offers a revolutionary different approach saying that the main reason behind stress is the stress of the body's adrenal glands, two peanut-sized glands on top of each kidney, that are crucial for regulating the body's temperature, hormones, mood and energy. The book does not only offer a diagnosis but rather offers a complete lifestyle plan that is supposed to make the body relax and restore its energy. The suggested program is around three months long and includes changing one's diet by decreasing the intake of junk food and increasing that of organic food and vitamin supplements. The book is also strict on the importance of organizing eating and sleeping hours. Even though the book suggests an alternative lifestyle that might sound harsh to many, its insight is very relieving for stress sufferers and if those manage to implement half of the book's suggested plan, they would notice an improvement in their health, restoration in their energy and reduction in their stress levels. Even though in terms of style the book is sometimes needlessly long and in other times dry and written in a medical style, it offers self-tests as a means of diagnosis and these tests also determine the levels of stress among those who take them. So far, this is the most convincing, cohesive and well-designed books on stress that brings together alternative medicine, diet and other tips that would certainly help doing away with stress. 792 of 822 people found the following review helpful. Incredibly informative and reader-friendly book. By Jack Halstead, PhD This is an incredibly informative and reader-friendly book about a common debilitating medical condition that goes largely undiagnosed and untreated. ADRENAL FATIGUE: The 21st Century Stress Syndrome is a very empowering work cram-packed with vital information about a condition that very likely affects millions of people. Author Dr. James L. Wilson gives us both the bad news and the good news about this situation. The bad news is how this illness is devastating so many lives, how so many people are being left without hope, and why traditional (allopathic) medicine has failed to recognize or remedy this tragedy. The good news is that this condition can be diagnosed, can be treated, and that there is hope. And Wilson ought to know. With 3 doctorate and two master�s degrees all from different disciplines (including Human Nutrition, Naturopathic Medicine, and Bio/Nutrition), Wilson lectures extensively to physicians and is an internationally acknowledged expert on alternative, holistic approaches to health. Supporting Wilson�s claims about adrenal fatigue are his 25 years of clinical practice and a depth and breadth of research based on over 2400 scientific references. But don�t be daunted by the academic and scientific pedigree of the author; this book is a very easy read�deceptively so for the quality and import of the material. The book opens with an overview of the function of the adrenals, and how they are prone to chronic fatigue given our hyper-stressed contemporary lifestyles. This is followed by a section on how to tell if you have adrenal fatigue, which includes a questionnaire, several simple at-home diagnostic tests that you can perform yourself, as well as thorough information on the availability (and usefulness) of different laboratory tests. The heart and soul of Wilson�s book (and where you get a sense of this doctor�s caring �bedside manner�) is the lengthy section on the treatment of adrenal dysfunction, �Helping Yourself Back to Health.� This is the good news section. It includes detailed information and sage advice on multiple strategies for treatment, such as lifestyle, food, food allergies

Aromatherapy PA (Avery Health Guides)

Aromatherapy, the centuries-old practice of using botanical scents and oils for physical and physic benefit, is more popular than ever today. Roberta Wilson's essential resource for aromatherapy offers hundreds of healing recipes for compresses, baths, inhalants, air fresheners, and skin-care products specifically designed to help common disorders and complaints. Organized in a handy A-to-Z format, Aromatherapy is the most trusted sourcebook for this gentle healing art.

Amazon Sales Rank: #854529 in Books Size: EA Brand: Avery Published on: 2002-06-03 Released on: 2002-05-30 Ingredients: Product name: Aromatherapy: Essential Oils for Vibrant Health and Beauty BookSize: 260 PagesBarcode: 9781583331309Aromatherapy the centuries-old practice of using botanical scents and oils for physic Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 1.00 pounds Binding: Paperback 368 pages Category: Merchandising Aids

About the Author Roberta Wilson, a certified aromatherapist and makeup consultant, has designed aromatherapy products for several natural cosmetic companies.

Most helpful customer reviews 13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Basics and Beyond By Diana L. Powers I absolutely love this book. If you are seeking more than just basic information about essential oils and how they work, this is the book for you. It describes everything you need to know from the many types of essential oil extraction, to carrier oils, to storage, to blends and hydrosols. Blending the appropriate oils and amounts is a snap with this easy to use and informative resource which includes numerous recipes. I highly recommend this book. You will not be disappointed. Happy blending! 12 of 12 people found the following review helpful. One of the best! By anonymouse I have been recommending the first edition of this book for years, as one of the best "beginners books" around. The new edition is even better since Ms. Wilson has added more essential oils, information on hydrosols...brought the book up to date with what is happening in the world of Aromatherapy in this decade. The book offers a great balance of information about a wide array of essential oils as well as recipes/formulas for their use in restoring wellbeing to both body and emotions. It is one of the best on the market today. 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Aromatherapy book By Rosemary Waller This is a great book i got the book used and the book had front damage to the book and the seller was very nice and gave me a discount on my next order i would buy from them again See all 3 customer reviews...

20 Natural Ways to Reduce the Risk of Prostate Cancer : A Mind-Body Approach to Health and Well-Being

An invaluable life-saving book for men * Includes information on diet and lifestyle * Shows how to evaluate genetic risk and explains why a semiannual test is essential * Offers helpful Information that will encourage readers to take notice, assess their risk, and control the quality of their lives! Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce the increasing number of prostate cancer cases diagnosed annually. This inspiring, life-saving book gives the reader 25 natural ways to reduce the risk of prostate cancer, and is an invaluable addition to every man's health library.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2717824 in Books Published on: 2001-06-04 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 128 pages

From the Back Cover More than 350,000 cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed annually. It will inevitably affect nearly every man; if you live long enough, you'll probably get it. Your best bet is to delay its onset as far into the future as possible. This inspiring book describes how prostate cancer starts, why it grows, and how it spreads. Dr. Scala will show you how to improve your chances and the steps you can take to avoid prostate cancer. He explains the importance of diet and lifestyle changes and why maintaining a positive attitude is essential for healing. You'll also learn how to evaluate your family history and why a semiannual test is vital. 20 Natural Ways to Reduce the Risk of Prostate Cancer is an essential primer for any man interested in arming himself with the information necessary to make the best therapy decisions possible. If you take notice and assess your risk early enough, you will be better able to control the quality of your life. About the Author James Scala Ph.D-, is a certified nutrition specialist who supervised nutrition programmes for the Voyager Crew, and the US Olympic Ski Team.

The Everything Vitamins, Minerals, and Nutritional Supplements Book (Everything (Health))

Consumers are increasingly interested in how they can use nutritional supplements such as vitamins and minerals to protect and improve their health. And since new uses for supplements are being discovered every day, it's hard for anyone to keep track of what the best choices are for their particular conditions. The Everything Vitamins, Minerals, and Nutritional Supplements Book contains the most up-to-date information on how to stay healthy with the help of these dietary additions. With complete profiles for every type of supplement, this important new book covers recommended dosages for all ages, common uses, and important warnings, so that readers can decide which treatments are right for them. Including: How to prevent colds with Vitamin C or Zinc Treating arthritis and depression with SAMe The truth about weight loss with Chitosan and Chromium Hormonal supplements Sodium and blood pressure And much, much more!

Amazon Sales Rank: #1843845 in Books Published on: 2001-07 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 304 pages

About the Author Maureen Ternus, M.S., R.D., is a registered dietitian. She currently edits Networking News, a publication of The American Dietetic Association. She lives in San Luis Obispo, California. Kitty Broihier, M.S., R.D., a registered dietitian, is the President of NutriComm, a food and nutrition communications consulting corporation. She has also written for Good Housekeeping Magazine, the Environmental Nutrition Newsletter, Women's Sports and Fitness, and Healthy Kids. She lives in South Portland, Maine.

Supplements for Strength-Power Athletes

In Supplements for Strength-Power Athletes, you can cut through all the hype and find the information you need on 30 top supplements. Find out which supplements to use—and which to avoid—to maximize your performance. You'll learn what the supplements are, how they work, how to use them, and the precautions necessary for safe and healthy use. Some of the supplements detailed include· acetyl L-carnitine,· branched-chain amino acids,· chromium,· glycerol, · glutamine, · caffeine,· octacosanal, · sodium citrate, and· zinc-magnesium complex.Whether you're competing on the football field or basketball court or looking to build a stronger physique, let Supplements for Strength-Power Athletes help you find the performance edge you're looking for.

Amazon Sales Rank: #341708 in Books Published on: 2002-06-15 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 160 pages

About the Author Jose Antonio, PhD, is a well-published research scientist in the sports nutrition field. He holds a BS in biology from the American University, an MS in exercise physiology from Kent State University, and a PhD in endocrinology and metabolism from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Antonio has years of experience in the supplement industry. His current position is senior manager for category development at Active Nutrition. He has also published articles in Men's Fitness, Flex, and Muscle and Fitness magazines. He and his wife, Karla, live in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Jeffrey R. Stout, PhD, is the director of sport science for Nutricia. Considered one of a few experts in sports nutrition, he is widely published in scientific journals such as the Journal of Strength and Conditioning and has also published articles in Men's Fitness, Flex, and Muscle and Fitness magazines. He has been awarded the Young Investigator Award and the Editorial Excellence Award by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He resides in Boca Raton, Florida.

Creatine: the Power Supplement

Learn how creatine supplementation affects performance with this authoritative source drawn from the latest research findings. Creatine: The Power Supplement is the first book to provide scientific analysis of creatine supplementation on exercise performance and athlete health and safety. The subject of numerous studies during the 1990s, creatine is a naturally occurring substance necessary for synthesizing phosphocreatine that is used by the muscles during high-intensity exercise. Supplementation programs significantly increase the body's supply of creatine and phosphocreatine, resulting in the muscles' capacity to quickly re-energize after exertion.Creatine: The Power Supplement presents a detailed analysis of:- Scientific literature discussing the effects of creatine supplementation on various forms of exercise, sport performance, and on body mass - Creatine requirements and metabolic functions- Supplementation protocols and the effects on muscle creatine stores- Possible adverse effects of creatine supplementation- Legal and ethical considerations regarding creatine use by competitive athletes- The historical evolution of creatine useCreatine: The Power Supplement is the most comprehensive book available on one of the most popular supplements in sports.

Amazon Sales Rank: #520218 in Books Published on: 1999-05-19 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .61" h x 5.97" w x 8.93" l, .90 pounds Binding: Paperback 264 pages

Review """"Many nutritional supplements come and go without much commotion, but none has generated the kind of interest or debate that creatine has. Creatine: The Power Supplement is a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of creatine use and its effects on athletic performance and health. In this clear and superbly organized monograph, Drs. Williams, Kreider, and Branch have done a fantastic job of tackling the tough issues from scientific as well as practical angles. The creatine-related myths and half-truths won't have long to live when this information hits the scene!"""Steven Scott Plisk, MS, CSCSDirector of Sports ConditioningYale University " Review " ""Many nutritional supplements come and go without much commotion, but none has generated the kind of interest or debate that creatine has. Creatine: The Power Supplement is a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of creatine use and its effects on athletic performance and health. In this clear and superbly organized monograph, Drs. Williams, Kreider, and Branch have done a fantastic job of tackling the tough issues from scientific as well as practical angles. The creatine-related myths and half-truths won't have long to live when this information hits the scene!""Steven Scott Plisk, MS, CSCSDirector of Sports ConditioningYale University " About the Author Melvin Williams, PhD, is Eminent Scholar Emeritus in the Department of Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Recreation at Old Dominion University. He has conducted research on various ergogenic aids for over 30 years and has published numerous original research studies and review articles.Author of The Ergogenics Edge (Human Kinetics, 1998), Dr. Williams also wrote the definitive college text, Nutrition for Fitness and Sport, now in its fifth edition. He is also the founding editor of the International Journal of Sport Nutrition. Dr. Williams is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and a member of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Dr. Williams lives in Norfolk, Virginia.Richard B. Kreider, PhD, is associate professor, assistant department chair, and director of the Exercise and Sport Nutrition Laboratory in the Department of Human Movement Sciences and Education at the University of Memphis. He has focused his research efforts on ergogenic aids and human physical performance and has conducted numerous studies on creatine supplementation.Editor of the popular reference, Overtraining in Sport (Human Kinetics, 1998), Dr. Kreider has published more than 100 research articles and abstracts in scientific journals. He is a Fellow of the ACSM and the research digest editor for the International Journal of Sport Nutrition. Dr. Kreider lives in Bartlett, Tennessee.J. David Branch, PhD, is assistant professor of exercise science at Old Dominion University. He has conducted several studies involving ergogenic aids, including the effects of creatine supplementation on women.Since 1980 Dr. Branch has been supervisor of Bicycle Ergometer Graded Exercise Testing for the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Health/Fitness Screening Program. He has also served as codirector of a fitness and cardiac rehabilitation center.Dr. Branch is a Fellow of the ACSM and has been widely published. He lives in Norfolk, Virginia.

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 19 people found the following review helpful. Best book about Creatine By A Customer This book is a must for all bodybuilders and atheletes who take creatine. it helped me alot, i recommend it to you all. See all 1 customer reviews...

Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements

Answer patients’questions about botanical supplements quickly and easily!This informative book is a compendium of detailed scientific research on 34 of the most popular dietary supplements used in North America and Europe. Its coverage of pharmacological studies on the main medicinal plants used in clinical practice and sold in pharmacies in the Western world is more extensive than any other publication of monographic reviews available. The way Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements, Second Edition. is organized (standardized topic formats are used in each monograph) makes it easy for you to locate relevant information quickly and to compare corresponding sections between different entries. This book is an invaluable tool for pharmacists, physicians, and other health care professionals who need detailed, scientifically accurate information on appropriate use, safety, dosages, and similar issues related to botanical dietary supplements.Each entry in Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements, Second Edition. covers botanical data (classification and nomenclature, common names, geographic occurrence, and botanical characteristics), plus: history and traditional uses chemistry therapeutic applications pre-clinical studies clinical studies recommended dosages safety profiles (including toxicology) side effects and contraindications drug interactions and special precautions safety recommendations during pregnancy and lactationThis extensively referenced volume includes appendixes with information on the major provisions of DSHEA (the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994) and on the criteria and procedures for assessing the quality of botanical products.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2127022 in Books Published on: 2002-07-15 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 3.19 pounds Binding: Paperback 1168 pages

Most helpful customer reviews 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Comprehensive review of herbal medicines!!! By Shawn M. Talbott, Ph.D. Outstanding reference text for those interested in the REAL evidence for/against herbal medicine and botanical remedies. The authors provide detailed information on the history, traditional usage, laboratory evidence and clinical findings associated with dozens of herbals. The result is quite an exhaustive body of information that should serve as an authoritative reference text for any health practitioner or scientist with interest in this area. if you want to know more about botanical medicines, this is the book to get. 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. authorative and well-researched By J. Williams A modified version of one of the herbs discussed in this book, Astragalus, was featured as a CME (Continuing Medical Education) course for physicians in the International Journal of Integrative Medicine, which is nothing short of a stellar endorsement for the material found in this book. If you want the best in scientific and evidence-based information on herbal medicines, this authorative and well-researched text is the best choice for both doctors and the educated lay person. As a practicing doctor with over twenty years of clinical experience, multiple credentials in herbal medicine, the author of the book "Viral Immunity," and numerous academic papers on herbs, I highly recommend this book. See all 2 customer reviews...

Prescription for Drug Alternatives: All-Natural Options for Better Health without the Side Effects

James Balch and Mark Stengler, coauthors of the hugely successful Prescription for Natural Cures, and Robin Young Balch have teamed up to create the most comprehensive and up-to-date book available on natural alternatives to prescription medications. The book provides natural, safe, and effective ways to treat a wide range of common ailments, including ADHD, allergies, diabetes, depression, erectile dysfunction, eczema, heart disease, headaches, and PMS. You’ll read in-depth information, not found in any other popular book, about the pros and cons of prescription and over-the-counter drugs compared with natural treatment alternatives ranging from diet and lifestyle changes to supplements and herbal medicines."This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to take charge of his or her health. Read it to live long and well. "—Hyla Cass, M.D., author of Supplement Your Prescription: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know about Nutrition"An outstanding resource for comparing common pharmaceutical and holistic treatments."—Ronald M. Lawrence, M.D., coauthor of Preventing Arthritis and The Miracle of MSM"A must-read for every person who wants to achieve better health and avoid the dangers of synthetic medications. The authors do an exceptional job by telling you everything you need to know about getting well and how to use supplements correctly and safely."—Suzy Cohen, R.Ph., author of The 24-Hour Pharmacist

Amazon Sales Rank: #84277 in Books Published on: 2008-09-09 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .3 pounds Binding: Paperback 504 pages

From the Back Cover The Ultimate Resource For Natural Alternatives To Prescription And Over-The-Counter Medications"This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to take charge of his or her health. Read it to live long and well. " —Hyla Cass, M.D., author of Supplement Your Prescription: What Your Doctor Doesn't Know about Nutrition "An outstanding resource for comparing common pharmaceutical and holistic treatments." —Ronald M. Lawrence, M.D., coauthor of Preventing Arthritis and The Miracle of MSM"A must-read for every person who wants to achieve better health and avoid the dangers of synthetic medications. The authors do an exceptional job by telling you everything you need to know about getting well and how to use supplements correctly and safely." —Suzy Cohen, R.Ph., author of The 24-Hour PharmacistJames Balch and Mark Stengler, coauthors of the hugely successful Prescription for Natural Cures, and Robin Young Balch have teamed up to create the most comprehensive and up-to-date book available on natural alternatives to prescription medications. Prescription for Drug Alternatives provides natural, safe, and effective ways to treat a wide range of common ailments, including ADHD, allergies, anxiety, diabetes, depression, erectile dysfunction, eczema, glaucoma, heart disease, headaches, herpes, osteoporosis, PMS, and much more.In this book, you'll find crucial facts about each health condition, and you'll read in-depth information not found in any other popular book, about the pros and cons of prescription and over-the-counter drugs compared with natural treatment alternatives ranging from diet and lifestyle changes to supplements and herbal medicines. This indispensable guide gives you: Clear, authoritative guidance on dietary changes, healing foods, and nutritional supplements as well as prescription and over-the-counter drugs Down-to-earth coverage of each natural remedy along with dosage and safety considerations Helpful appendixes of nutritional supplements and pharmaceuticals About the Author James F. Balch, M.D., the coauthor of Prescription for Natural Cures and the first two editions of the landmark Prescription for Nutritional Healing, is one of the bestselling health book authors of all time. He has made numerous appearances on television and radio and lectures regularly around North America.Mark Stengler, N.D., is a licensed naturopathic doctor, the coauthor of Prescription for Natural Cures, and an expert in nutrition, herbal therapy, vitamin therapy, homeopathy, and integrative medicine. He is the author of one of America's most popular newsletters, Bottom Line Natural Healing, and is an associate clinical professor at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine.Robin Young Balch, N.D., an alternative healthcare provider for twenty years, is credentialed as a Master Chinese Herbalist and has expertise in aromatherapy, reflexology, acupressure, iridology, and Bach remedies.

Most helpful customer reviews 77 of 86 people found the following review helpful. Doesn't Follow His OWN Advice! By Nutrition Man Dr. Balch, the main author, missed a great opportunity to write an exceptional book that could help tens, if not hundreds of thousands of people live a healthier, happier and more rewarding life. The fact that he often leaves out his own advice given to readers of his newsletter is proof of this. The best example is the section regarding cholesterol reduction / cardiovascular health. He offers limited information on natural alternatives to prescription cholesterol-lowering drugs. He COMPLETELY left out perhaps the best natural alternative of all - Pantethine (a special form of vitamin B5 known as Pantothenic Acid). A while back, he talked about Pantethine in his newsletter, and how great and safe it is for lowering cholesterol / triglycerides. Yet in his book, this information is NOWHERE to be found!! I also found much information about newer, scientifically-advanced supplements was completely missing as well. As someone who has been involved in the nutritional supplement industry for 15 years, I am greatly disturbed by how incomplete this "up-to-date" book is. There are books published 10 years ago that are better than this "latest" work by Dr. Balch. Instead of wasting your $$$ on this book, I highly recommend "Dr. Atkins' Vita-Nutrient Solution" (Nature's Answer to Drugs) by Dr. Robert C. Atkins (available here on Amazon, and in Barnes & Noble stores) 16 of 17 people found the following review helpful. Right Book At The Right Time! By Susan Stephens I stumbled upon this book by accident and am I ever glad that I did! I was recently diagnosed with osteopenia after a hip fracture and have been researching all the osteoporosis meds available ... and coming away horrified at their side effects. I was just about to take my chances with a "do nothing" form of treatment when I found this book. I am SO relieved and excited to find the really good information contained in this book on this particular subject and all the alternatives that are mentioned. I have two other books by James F. Balch and they are well worn from use. This one is definitely joining the others as a must have in my home library. After researching my own medical conditions, I looked up those of a few other family members ... found just as much information available ... and was able to share it with them. Do not hesitate to purchase this book ... it is a great tool ... especially for those of us in the Second Act (50 years and older!) that are finding themselves being diagnosed with various medical conditions after living very healthy lives. There are a lot of "age related" things that we are faced with every day and this book gives us a breath of fresh air from the usual prescription meds our MDs are so quick to put us all on! 13 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Guides you through the maze of supplement bottles By LC I am open to supplements, but not ready to throw out traditional medicine just yet. And I'm overwhelmed by the 50-foot aisle of supplements at my grocery store. I see 37 different kinds of calcium alone and honestly, I give up. What's safe to take? Which manufacturers are trustworthy? Who knows? Well, this book guides you through natural supplements that can improve or heal many conditions (big ones like high cholesterol, everyday ones like eczema or even anxiety). It discusses the studies - serious, peer-reviewed studies - proving the value of these supplements. It even tells you how your prescription medications may be working, and how supplements can assist or replace them. For some things, I've decided a supplement that can help me, and felt like I knew which bottle of pills was worth my money. For other things, I've come away understanding why my prescription drugs work. With the price of vitamins and supplements these days, avoiding just one wasted purchase would probably cover the cost of this

Fight Cancer with Vitamins and Supplements: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment

 • Clear information on why vitamins and micronutrients are essential to prevent cancer and to recover from it.  • Includes the latest studies from the field of dietary cancer prevention. •  Provides a simple program of nutritional supplements that will improve your odds of avoiding cancer. • Written by the nation's leading expert on vitamins and cancer research. The evidence is in and it is overwhelming: the micronutrients found in certain foods and supplements can have a positive and powerful effect in the battle to prevent cancer. For those with cancer, these same micronutrients can enhance the beneficial effects of conventional cancer treatments, reduce the toxic side effects of those treatments, and improve the long-term prognosis. Fight Cancer with Vitamins and Supplements explains the latest studies in this cutting-edge field, gives you a simple nutritional program to follow, and separates the facts from the myths on the most promising anticancer compounds, including the antioxidants coenzyme-Q10 and lipoic acid and herbs such as green tea and garlic. It explains everything from the surprising role of selenium in cancer prevention to the reason why many vitamins in foods are destroyed during storage. It also shows how the same simple program recommended for preventing cancer is equally effective in preventing heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. 

Amazon Sales Rank: #1365338 in Books Published on: 2001-05-15 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .57 pounds Binding: Paperback 192 pages

Review "A useful and well-organized antidote to the mass of irresponsible information about vitamins. I applaud Dr. Prasad for providing the public with a responsible presentation." (Frank L. Meyskens, Jr., M.D., Director, University of California Cancer Center )"The best plain-spoken summary I've found of what the research shows." (Paul S. Davis, Whole Earth Review )"A trenchant, responsible survey of the vitamins that can help treat cancer conditions. Scholarly, readable, of vital importance to the intelligent general public." (The Book Reader ) About the Author Kedar N. Prasad, Ph.D., is the director of the Center for Vitamins and Cancer Research at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. An eminent scientist who has spent 30 years researching cancer, he has published more than 200 papers on the topic and is the former president of the International Association for Vitamin and Nutritional Oncology. His son, K. Che Prasad, M.D., is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley and is currently a fellow at the University of California, San Francisco. 

FEEDING HABITS AND LIFESTYLES ON YOUR HEALTH AND PERSON: "When Food Becomes Poison" Novel Natural Food Supplements Cure for All Diseases

This book is the product of 28 years of active research into natural preventive and curative medicine of Human Illnesses in Africa, America, Asia and Europe. With the health circles of all human beings elucidated, this book will serve as the water shed, the melting and turning point in the human health sector. The water shed is not only on diseases that have defiled human solutions for decades but for the fact that every living soul could calculate when he or she will be sick and how to prevent or minimize it. All degenerative diseases developed from impaired metabolic syndrome This book revealed why and when your body is vulnerable to sickness and how to prevent it. This book analyses when food becomes poison (acidosis and alkalosis). This book presented a comprehensive list of "Novel Natural cures for all diseases" It explored how to maintain a lifetime of good health. Studies have linked chemical pollutants in food to shrinking penis size, testicular cancer, undescended testicles, reduced sperm counts and infertility in men. Women's breasts and ovaries have high concentrations of fat, making these locations vulnerable to toxins. Red dye 3 has been shown to make breast cancer cells grow. It is present in some candies, processed and fast foods. It is also present in lipsticks and some cosmetics. Cancer can be prevented, treated and cured by regular consumption of certain herbs, bitter kola, tea, vitamin C and E. Polyphenols in these products are antioxidants and astringents. They neutralize free radicals which are toxic by-products of the body's natural chemical processes. These products prevent uncontrolled cell growth and DNA damage. Generally, prevent cancer, heart disease and other food related sicknesses by consuming organic foods that are low in fat and high in fiber. This book revealed that protein soup and herbs can prevent, treat and cure AIDS. Other topics include: Physical Body Exercise and Your Health. Effect of Inorganic Fertilizers and Pesticides on y

Amazon Sales Rank: #5074877 in Books Published on: 2008-05-06 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Paperback 212 pages

About the Author Dr. Bamidele Ojo is the Author of the popular and best selling book "The Ultimate Price of Universal Freedom and Liberty". He is a Christian counselor who studied for his Master of Divinity in the Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary and obtained a Doctorate of Classical Biological Control/Entomology. He is a socio-political philosopher, scientist and an entrepreneur. As a Former University Lecturer he worked as a consulting scientist with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture in Africa. Bamidele is a musician with two albums; "Cry for Freedom" and "Awake from thy slumber". And he has also authored many books. Bamidele lives in Kansas City Missouri.

Healing with Clinical Nutrition: Nutrient-Rich Food & Nutritional Supplements for Optimum Health (Professional Edition)

[Same head text as Healing Cancer] HEALING WITH CLINICAL NUTRITION From two leading authorities in clinical nutrition, one a mediccl doctor and the other a naturopathic doctor, comes this fundamental text on clinical nutrition. They identify the nutritional deficiencies and dependencies caused by our 'junk-food' diet that have resulted in public malnutrition and serious dietary disorders and diseases.They present an alternative diet that is whole, alive, fresh and varied. For individuals with nutritional problems, they provide appropriate and safe vitamin, mineral, essential fatty acid, and amino acid therapy programs. The book features a 30-page analysis of the nutrient content of common foods as well as case-study accounts of successful nutritional treatment of many common illnesses.

Amazon Sales Rank: #10897412 in Books Published on: 2011-08-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 1.00 pounds Binding: Hardcover 384 pages

About the Author Dr Abram Hoffer is a founding father of the alternative health movement whose pioneering research in nutritional therapy inspired Linus Pauling and Ewan Cameron in their work with Vitamin C as well as Evan and Wilfrid Shute in their work with Vitamin E. Born in the town of Hoffer, Saskatchewan, in 1917, he studied in chemistry, medicine, and psychiatry at the University of Saskatchewan (M.S.A.), University of Minnesota (Ph.D.), and University of Toronto (M.D.).Dr Jonathan Prousky is the Chief Medical Officer and an Associate Professor of Clinical Nutrition at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. He is the co-author with Dr Hoffer of Hoffer & Prousky on Anxiety, as well as the author of Principles and Practices of Naturopathic Clinical Nutrition.

Pain/Inflammation Matters: Recipes for Life (Designing Health, Naturally)

The first in a new series of symptom-specific guides ("Designing Health, Naturally") providing "What You Really Need to Know" to prevent and reverse debilitating pain and inflammation without drugs and their side-effects — often times worse than the original condition. Written by a doctor who became a victim and recovered, after a life-threatening accident, a prescription drug-induced digestive disorder, and the subsequent onset of fibromyalgia and chronic inflammation. It details: causes and effects; non-drug pain and inflammation phyters; 30 gourmet night-shade-free recipes for cooking without foods that "ignite" the inflammatory process; heart health and the inflammation connection.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1583615 in Books Published on: 2005-04 Original language: English Binding: Paperback 96 pages

Review "I can honestly testify that [this book] belongs in the library of every person with pain, inflammation and invisible illnesses." -- David A. Hall, M.D., Dean Emeritus World Health Medical School About the Author Dr. Gilbère is an ecoergonomist, environmental health consultant, health journalist and medical researcher. She consults worldwide with doctors and nutraceutical companies for product formulation and client services. Dr. Gilbère maintains a private practice in Sandpoint, Idaho, consulting in nutritional biochemistry, detoxification, environmental health, nutrition and lifestyle modifications. She designs health plans (nationally and internationally) both via telephone consultations and at her office. Dr. Gilbère teaches, lectures and consults worldwide, writes numerous articles for newspapers, health magazines and trade journals published in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Gilbère is a keynote presenter and conducts seminars on varied disciplines of wholistic health, multiple chemical sensitivities, leaky gut and chemically-induced immune system disorders. She is internationally respected as a natural medicine researcher, environmental health consultant, and an authoritative influence in the discovery of the causes, effects, and natural solutions for leaky gut syndrome and chemically-induced immune system disorders. Her work takes her throughout the U.S. and more than eleven countries. As a consultant, educator, and trainer in preventive environmental health care and EcoErgonomics, her client list includes Fortune 500 companies, universities, hospitals, health care organizations, government agencies, educational facilities, corporations, and professional associations.

Most helpful customer reviews 19 of 21 people found the following review helpful. A slim but vital compendium of practical and applicable information By Midwest Book Review Pain/Inflammation Matters: Recipes For Life by Gloria Gilbere (a doctor of naturopathy, and expert in natural health issues, and an experienced homeopath), is a slim but vital compendium of practical and applicable information on the prevention, and even reversal, of fibromyalgia, arthritis, heart disease and inflammatory disorders. Organized into thoroughly "reader friendly" sections: "Causes & Effects"; "Heart Matters"; "Nightshade-free Recipes; and Non-drug Pain & Inflammation Phyters, Pain/Inflammation Matters should be considered "must reading" by anyone (especially non-specialist general readers) who suffer from chronic pain or inflammation. 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. This Is The Book I Needed By Marcia Y This book is a great help in understanding the causes of my pain. Avoiding nightshades has brought me great relief and I've gone a step further by ordering Invisible Illnesses by the same author. The more that I learn the more relief I'm getting. I love the nightshades but no food is worth the agony that I suffered. I like the fact that the author is writing and informing from her own experience. See all 2 customer reviews...

Dr. Earl Mindell's Natural Remedies for 101 Ailments

Dr. Earl Mindell's Naturl Remedies for 101 Ailments features the doctor's favorite time-tested recipes for the treatment of various disorders. Learn how you can replace many of the most commonly used prescription drugs in the treatment of artthritis pain, allergies, colds and flu, diabetes, headaches, heart disease, PMS, prostate disorders, osteoporosis, indigestion, depression, weight loss...and many more.

Amazon Sales Rank: #2616254 in Books Published on: 2002-07 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Binding: Plastic Comb 215 pages

About the Author Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert on nutrition, drugs, vitamins, and herbal remedies. He is a professor of nutrition at Pacific Western University. In addtion to writing several hundred articles on the subject of alternative health, Dr. Mindell has written more than forty books and booklets, including the best-selling Dr. Earl Mindell's Vitamin Bible and Dr. Earl Mindell's Herb Bible. Dr. Mindell received his pharmacy degree from North Dakota University and his doctorate in nutrition from Pacific Western University.

Muscles, Speed, and Lies: What the Sport Supplement Industry Does Not Want Athletes or Consumers to Know

In 2005, health-conscious consumers and athletes combined spent approximately $6 billion on various sport supplements that promised to enhance their health, physical development, or performance. But do these supplements really offer the benefits they claim in their advertising and on their packaging? And are they safe?David Lightsey, MS, a nutrition and food science advisor to an award-winning consumer advocacy Web site, maintains that the sports supplement industry regularly and knowingly makes false claims, and since it has yet to be properly regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, consumers are unprotected from products that are unnecessary, may cause great harm, or even lead to death. Aware that much of the problem stems from a lack of information about general nutrition, dietary supplements, and beneficial lifestyle changes, Lightsey provides answers to such questions as:

Amazon Sales Rank: #428873 in Books Published on: 2006-06-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .1 pounds Binding: Hardcover 224 pages

Review "The most thorough investigation [of the sport supplement industry] has been conducted by David Lightsey, an exercise physiologist and nutritionist who coordinates the National Council Against Health Frauds Task Force on Ergogenic Aids." --Stephen Barrett, MD, and Victor Herbert, MD, JD, authors of The Vitamin Pushers: How the Health Food Industry Is Selling America a Bill of Goods

Most helpful customer reviews 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Too bad this book is not better known By T. Bachman Anyone interested in physical fitness will soon encounter a dizzying array of competing, and sometimes contradictory, claims regarding optimal diets and supplements. Lightsey's book is a thoughtful and thoroughly documented guide through these claims. What he finds is that most of the claims made by supplement companies and diet gurus are either demonstrably false, or at least, have no reason to be believed. In fact, many of the lies he documents here are so outrageous as to be deeply disturbing. I read an interview in Fitness RX for Men a while ago with a big name UFC fighter, and I was surprised when he reported that he took absolutely no supplements. After reading Lightsey's book, I can see why. Bottom line is, this book is worth buying for anyone interested in fitness, especially trainers and athletes. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Must read if you're into sports or care about your health By Ivan Tarasov This is book consists of two parts: the overview of credible scientific results on supplements and the way the supplement industry companies lie their way into your wallet, and the part containing overview of diets, research on sports nutrition, and some practical suggestions on how to balance one's food consumption to improve the health and sports fitness. The first part is really detailed, and provides examples of tricks, marketing lies, misrepresentation of the products, etc., used to lure the consumers into buying supplements they don't need, or in quantities much bigger than they need. Do you buy vitamins? Or protein powder, to increase muscle growth? Or some wonderful dieting pills? - Then read this book, you'll learn a lot. The second part is a bit more practical, and contains some good guidelines on how to structure your diet, especially if you're trying to lose weight, or trying to reach your peak sports form. Some of the common myths are debunked, several popular diets are analyzed (and some even showed to be dangerous, e.g. low-carbohydrate consumption diets). All the facts presented in the book are substantiated by research, you'll find a lot of references to the scientific papers. The author is really serious about presenting the correct facts about nutrition, to the best of current scientific knowledge. One minor annoyance: the first part of the book reads not like a book, more like an internet article. However that's just a personal reflection, and in no way does it diminish the quality of the content. See all 2 customer reviews...

TOP 10 BODY BUILDING SUPPLEMENTS

How would you like to get steroid-like results from the supplements you buy at your local health food store? Would you like to know how to stack supplements for muscle gains of up to 5,10,15 - even up to 25 lbs. of muscle? If you answered yes to those two questions, then keep reading because that's why I've created this Web page. You're about to discover shocking secrets to using supplements in these three categories: 1. Why supplement companies have no desire to make better supplements? 2. Which supplements to use for maximum muscle in minimum time? 3. How to get around all the hype and use proven supplement stacks that I will reveal to you. (Did you know that when you mixed plain old carbohydrates and protein in specific ratios and take them at a certain time, you can get dramatic muscle gains? I'll reveal more about this later on. Keep reading.) No matter what kind of supplements you use, this information applies to you, and in some cases will shock you. Are you ready? Good. Let's get started!WHY THE SUPPLEMENT COMPANIES HAVE NODESIRE TO MAKE A BETTER PRODUCT?It’s estimated the majority of the new people coming into the fitness market, including supplement users, will quit after 3 months. Yes. You read that right! After 3 months of using supplements, joining a gym, buying some home gym equipment, or buying instructional videos the person will give up. The supplement companies know this, and live by this rule! They use it to get as much money as they can from you in the short 3 month period. Sound good so far? It gets even better! I don’t care how many other eBooks you’ve seen or read about. You’ve never seen an eBook that can match this one. You do not want to miss out on this innovative eBook. Order your copy today.

Amazon Sales Rank: #536766 in eBooks Published on: 2011-06-06 Released on: 2011-06-06 Format: Kindle eBook Number of items: 1

Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements (Mosbys Handbook of Herbs and Natural Supplements)

Access the most reliable information on herbs and alternative medicines from trusted author, Linda Skidmore-Roth, in Mosby's Handbook of Herbs and Natural Supplements! Reviewed by nurses and herbalists alike, this authoritative resource presents herb and supplement profiles in a convenient, A-Z format for fast reference. This edition's updated, streamlined design helps you find information quickly, and a new systematic pregnancy and breastfeeding classification offers the latest guidelines for this special client population.Detailed monographs for 300 commonly used herbal products and natural supplements include vital information on the products you'll encounter with your clients. Updated references and information from new studies make this a reliable source for herbal content. Alert icons warn you of potentially dangerous reactions that could threaten your clients' health. Popular Herb, Pregnancy, and Pediatric icons help you find relevant content quickly for common herbs and herbs for special populations. Quick-reference format presents consistent monographs for each herb and makes it easy to find the information you need. Herbal Resource appendix, Drug/Herb Interaction appendix, Pediatric Herbal Use appendix, and a list of abbreviations provide essential resources and expanded herbal material in one convenient spot. A comprehensive index of herbal terms allows you to look up an herb by its common or scientific name, as well as by condition. A pregnancy classification system from the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration allows you to analyze herbs individually and provides a consistent formula to decide which herbs should be used.Updated content throughout includes the latest uses, actions, dosages, contraindications, side effects/adverse reactions, interactions, pharmacology, alerts, and references. Pediatric Herbal Use appendix covers uses, guidelines, and expanded pediatric and adolescent information for 32 herbs. Drug/Herb Interaction appendix lists known drug and herb interactions for herbs included in the handbook to ensure client safety.

Amazon Sales Rank: #638278 in Books Published on: 2009-04-27 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: 1.05 pounds Binding: Paperback 768 pages

Review "Skidmore-Roth has put together a revised, concise and comprehensive evidence-based guide.The sense of history and traditional use of the herbs makes for interesting reading, but this book's real value lies in its accessibility. This is a useful resource for clinicians looking to advise or check compatibility with other treatments." Nursing Standard, October 2009 About the Author Linda Skidmore-Roth, RN, MSN, NP, Consultant, Littleton, Colorado; Former Nursing Faculty, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico; El Paso Community College, El Paso, Texas

Most helpful customer reviews 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Herbs & Natural Supplements By Rebecca J. Duckworth I am a home health nurse whose patients frequently use natural and/or herbal medicines and this book is a great resource to help make sure their prescriptions and natural/herbal meds are compatible. I have also used it to inform my patients of the side effects and desired effects of their herbals and naturals. The book is an invaluaable aid to any nurse whose patients use herbals/naturals. 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements By C. Starner Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements contains comprehensive monographs of a large number of herbs and supplements commonly found on the market today. Included in each monograph are origin, uses, availability and dosages, contraindications, side effects and adverse reactions, drug interactions, client considerations, pharmacology, and actions of the herb/natural supplement. With use of nutraceuticals increasing among the general population, this book is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, and I very strongly recommend it. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Mosby's Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements By marybear For the most part it is a good book. And it contains important information. But she left out some important herbs; like Madigascar Periwinkle and Phylanthus Uriniaria and Phylanthus Niuri and Elaphant foot. All of them are cancer fighters and they are used for Hepatitis B too. Mary Kern, RN-BSN, BS in Health Education, MS in Psychology, Sound Therapist, Herbalist. See all 9 customer reviews...

Supplements for Fibromyalgia: Natural Aids for Overcoming Fibromyalgia and Other Related Disorders (Woodland Health)

Fibromyalgia affects millions of people worldwide. Though its symptoms-including musculoskeletal pain, stiffness, sleeping difficulty, lethargy, and depression-can be detected, the disorder has been difficult to treat. Until now. In this booklet, Dr. Elrod outlines the various herbs, vitamin/mineral combinations, and other natural supplements proven to prevent and provide relief from this debilitating syndrome.

Amazon Sales Rank: #1667466 in Books Published on: 1998-12-01 Released on: 1998-12-01 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .11 pounds Binding: Paperback 32 pages

Most helpful customer reviews 76 of 83 people found the following review helpful. Panning of Supplements for Fibromyalgia By Mr Solar I rated this as a "1" based on my level of knowledge. For a neophyte, perhaps it could be rated as high as a "2". There aren't many supplements which Elrod didn't include in this review...EVERY supplement is important to him (and I don't disagree). However, one would have to take pills ALL DAY to get all his recommendations ingested. He doesn't give any ideas of relative importance, nor does he suggest any amount which might be necessary for each supplement. Not very helpful. 12 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Worthwhile addition to the body of knowledge!! By Kathleen M. Pagan I have suffered with fibromyalgia and chronic fatique syndrome since 1992. When I was diagnosed there was virtually no information available! Thankfully there are some caring souls out there who have lent their expertise to this condition that is looked down on by so many professionals. As a stand-alone this pamphlet gives a fair background to the condition in addition to the invaluable information regarding the supplements but its strength lies in its addition to the cummulative body of information that is being built. Another reviewer mentioned that one would have to take pills all day in order to use all the suggested supplements..... from my reading of the pamphlet that was never intended! These are suggestions and each individual needs to find the right balance of supplements and in the quantity that works for that individual. If you are suffering from this condition my thoughts and prayers are with you! Don't give up and don't let people tell you this is all in your head!!! 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Maybe a little too basic By Sara Westhead Many FM patients (usually those with a more mild form) have found that they can manage their FM through the use of supplements. Elrod gives a lot of good suggestions, but not a lot of information on how the different supplements can help. This is a good resource book, but should be used in light of a doctor's care and current research. See all 5 customer reviews...

Misclassification of Smoking Habits and Passive Smoking: A Review of the Evidence (International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health. Supplement)

How accurate are statements about smoking habits? This book presents the results of a comprehensive review in which the literature on the subject is newly interpreted. It is shown that smokers are misclassified as non-smokers in epidemiological studies often enough to explain the increased lung cancer risk seen in self-reported non-smokers in relation to their spouse's smoking habits. This study overturns the commonly held view that increased risk is a consequence of exposure to environmental tobacco smoke and highlights the difficulty of making valid inferences from epidemiological data. No-one should draw conclusions about passive smoking before reading this book!

Published on: 1988-09-28 Original language: English Number of items: 1 Dimensions: .0 pounds Binding: Paperback 103 pages