Strokes are the third-leading cause of death in America, and for the lucky stroke victims who dont die, about half will spend the rest of their lives trying to recover.
When American saxophonist and social activist Fred Ho was diagnosed with stage 3b colo-rectal cancer in 2006 he underwent immediate surgery to remove the tumor and began preparing for chemotherapy.
The first book to explore menstruation in the current cultural and political landscape and to investigate the new wave of period activism taking the world by storm.
An astounding new work by the author of The Mind Tree that offers a rare insight into the autistic mind and how it thinks, sees, and reacts to the world.
Callous Disregard is the account of how a doctor confronted first a disease and then the medical system that sought and still seeks to deny that disease, leaving millions of children to suffer and a world at risk.
A Life Worth Breathing teaches us how mindful breathing, in tandem with the physical practice of yoga and spiritual practice of meditation, raises us to a more powerful level of awareness.
Marc Sedaka stood by while he and his wife endured endless rounds of drug therapies, sixteen artificial inseminations, ten in-vitro fertilizations, three miscarriages, and, finally, a gestational surrogate (womb for rent) who carried their twin girls to term.
CDL-Handboek – Jouw persoonlijke weg naar gezondheidEen praktische gids voor het bewust gebruik van chloordioxide (CDL)Door James Thomas BatlerGezondheid is geen toeval – het is een keuze.
Challenging the firmly held belief that we must brave our circumstances and endure lifes crises, You Dont Have to Suffer emphasizes that while hurt is inevitable in life, suffering is not.
A step-by-step guide to addressing autoimmune and other health challenges through a healthy digestive system *; Offers a therapeutic ketogenic gut repair program that differs from mainstream ketogenic diets because it excludes inflammatory foods that cause gut damage, immune dysfunction, accelerated aging, and tissue damage *; Provides a science-based explanation for why almost everyone has some degree of gut damage and how this impacts your immune function and health issues *; Details the right kind of lab tests needed for proper diagnosis of food sensitivities and autoimmune disorders *; Includes dozens of delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes that keep you feeling satisfied Do you feel exhausted?
A comprehensive practical reference to herbal dental care for all ages *; Details the use of 41 safe and effective herbs for the mouth *; Explores 47 common conditions that affect the mouth, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, acid reflux, and tooth loss *; Provides recipes for herbal toothpastes, mouth rinses, pain-relieving poultices, and teas for prevention and daily care *; Examines infant and toddler oral care, including remedies for teething and thrush Our oral health is intimately linked with our overall health and well-being.
Using coconut, sesame, and other oils to heal chronic conditions, strengthen the immune system, and prevent illness *; Details the process of oil pulling, including when to do it, how long to swish the oil in your mouth, and other oral care techniques that complement it *; Explains the health benefits of 10 different cold-pressed oils, including sesame, coconut, and pumpkin seed, allowing you to choose the best oil for your needs *; Includes a step-by-step 7-day detox plan and information on additional detox techniques that enhance the benefits of oil pulling Oil pulling is much more than an oral cleansing method.
An illustrated guide to natural relief from chronic inflammation *; Explores the use of 18 anti-inflammatory herbs, such as bay laurel, basil, turmeric, and devil's claw, as well as 15 other natural substances, such as propolis and fish oil *; Examines which natural remedy is best for many common inflammation-related ailments, such as asthma, bronchitis, tendonitis, arthritis, and eczema *; Reveals the important role of omega-3s in defending the body against inflammation From aspirin and ibuprofen to antihistamines and cortisone, anti-inflammatory drugs are now the top-selling pharmaceuticals in the world.
An illustrated guide to follow the path to the Immortal Tao *; Reveals the 9 inner alchemy formulas for the Sealing of the Five Senses practice, including strengthening the senses and activating the Thrusting Channels *; Explores how abuse of the senses leads to energy loss and degradation, for example, listening too much hurts the mind *; Explains how to transmute warm chi into energy for the immortal spirit body, created through mastery of the three Kan and Li practices In ancient times, the Sealing of the Five Senses involved both Taoist Inner Alchemy and physical sealing of the sensory organs to prepare the master for extended periods of astral travel and meditation, during which he would remain completely motionless for years at a time.
A fully illustrated guide to abdominal massage for improved cardiovascular health, organ detoxification, and enhanced vital energy *; Includes fully illustrated massage instructions to open restricted blood vessels, direct blood flow for healing, balancing blood pressure, and detoxifying organs *; Details specific massage treatments for many common ailments such as lower back pain, sciatica, asthma, headaches, and reproductive issues *; Explains the ancient art of reading pulses to diagnose organ health *; Reveals how blood acts as the vehicle for our vital energy Blood and chi often flow side by side throughout the body, the blood acting as the vehicle for our vital energy.
The first book to address emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) from a nutritional and alternative medicine approach *; Explains the benefits of detoxification, dietary changes, and food combining *; Details 45 suggested herbs and 26 nutritional supplements as well as information on how to stop smoking Approximately 35 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with some form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)--emphysema constituting 18 million of that group.
The shiitake is one of the most highly prized foods in Oriental cuisine, lending its rich, caramel-like flavor to seasonings, sauces, soups, even carbonated drinks and candies.
As the most complete chronicle of the science and folklore of pau d'arco, this book will serve as an invaluable resource for herbalists, scientists, and anyone interested in medicines from the rain forests of South America.
A guide to restoring women's reproductive health and maintaining sexual desire *; Includes fully illustrated instructions for Chi Kung exercises to clear energetic blockages, tone the female reproductive organs, prevent uterine cancer, and restore sexual vitality *; Explains how to strengthen the pelvic floor with chi weight lifting and how to perform breast and female genital massage *; Offers guidance on supporting your practice with dietary advice, restorative cleanses, and herbal remedies In this fully illustrated guide, Mantak Chia and William U.
Debido al alto índice de cesáreas de los hospitales, que son en algunos casos de hasta un 50 por ciento, las mujeres de todo el mundo desean reformar los métodos de parto y rescatar el control sobre su propio cuerpo.
In this helpful guide, the authors lead us through exercises that enable us to examine our behaviors, thoughts, feelings and actions in preparation for the Fifth Step.
Healing With Words: A Writer's Cancer Journey is a compassionate and wry self-help memoir written by an award-winning prolific author, nurse and poet, who at the age of forty-seven found her life shattered first by a DCIS (early breast cancer) diagnosis and five years later by another, seemingly unrelated and incurable cancer--multiple myeloma.
