Great Books

PitcairnOver 400,000 copies of this treasured classic have been sold since its original publication more than 20 years agoThe book that is the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats is now completely updated and revisedfor the first time in 9 years. Writing with the warmth and compassion that have won them a national following, veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Hubble Pitcairn, noted specialists in chemical-free nutrition and natural healing for pets, show dog and cat owners how to provide the very best in companionship and lifelong care. They now cover environmental matters, including pollutants both inside the home and out, as well as recent hot-button topics, such as Mad Cow disease, Lyme disease, and the West Nile virus. Theyve updated dozens of recipes for delicious and healthful pet food and treats. With a guide to handling emergencies and an in-depth Quick Reference section, they give specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of animal diseases and disorderswith special attention to homeopathic, herbal, and nutritional remedies.

Finding a natural health reference book written from a Christian perspective can be a challenge -until now. Janet Maccaro presents a "self-care manual' of remedies for conditions from acne to zoonosis, and she shows readers the healthiest foods, herbs, vitamins, and minerals for good health.She fills the toolbox for good health with helpful tips about: Detoxification Baths for purification Sugar sabotage Green superfoods Water wisdom Antioxidants Juicing Top ten life-enhancing supplements Probiotics:gastrointestinal defenders Natural antibiotics Focus on fats Enzymes for improved immune function "It is my prayer that this book will replace fear with fact, hopelessness with healing, and despair with renewal!"  Maccaro's recommendations are easily obtained, and they work!  It's time to empower, restore, strengthen, and heal.

The bible of natural medicine--(Larry Dossey, M.D.), Natural Health, Natural Medicine is a comprehensive resource for everything you need to know to maintain optimum health and treat common ailments. This landmark book incorporates Dr. Weil's theories of preventive health maintenance and alternative healing into one extremely useful and readable reference, featuring general diet and nutrition information as well as simple recipes, answers to readers' most pressing questions, a catalogue of home remedies, invaluable resources, and hundreds of practical tips. This new edition includes up-to-the-minute scientific findings and has been expanded to provide trustworthy advice about low-carb diets, hormone replacement therapy, Alzheimer's, attention deficit disorder, reflux disease, autism, type 2 diabetes, erectile dysfunction, the flu, and much more.

Health can be defined in any number of ways, from the simple fact that you're not lying on a hospital bed to an overall sense of well-being and connectedness. One person may not feel healthy unless he's carrying around mounds of gym-built muscle, while another doesn't feel healthy unless she's eating an intestine-scrubbing macrobiotic diet and practicing an hour of yoga each day. Dr. Andrew Weil looks at every aspect of health in Natural Health, Natural Medicine. He's quite cynical about bodybuilding and the emphasis on protein in our diets, while making a strong case for paying more attention to the way we breathe and the degree to which we interact with family, community, and nature. An interesting--but, unfortunately, short--section on loving says that most people have no idea what to do when they fall out of romantic love with a partner, which helps explain the high divorce rate. Other sections of the book focus on healthy self-care practices ("nasal douching" is recommended for sinus sufferers), supplements (he believes most benefits that seem to come from these are placebo responses), and natural home remedies for an A-to-Z list of problems (the section on depression states that people experience low mood because they constantly seek highs; eliminate the quest for highs, and you eliminate the rebound experience of lows). Many regard this book as the bible of natural healing; but even those who are on the fence about alternative medicine should find it to be an entertaining, informative, and highly opinionated beginner's guide to achieving better health without conventional medicine. --Lou Schuler

Now completely updated and revised, this is an expanded edition of the classic natural pet-care book by veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Pitcairn-- both renowned specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment and natural healing for pets. Written with the warmth and compassion that have won the Pitcairns a nationwide following, this guide will help you select the most compatible dog or cat for your own lifestyle-- and show you how to provide the very best in companionship, healing, nutrition and lifelong care. Since its publication more than a decade ago, the Pitcairns' book has become the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats.A comprehensive, thorough reference, this pet-lover's companion will tell you:* How to choose a healthy animal* Dozens of recipes for delicious, economical, healthful pet food-- with completely updated tables, charts and nutritional guidelines* How to give your pet a checkup* What's really in pet foods-- and which ones to avoid to ensure your pet's best health* Special diets for special pets* A guide to handling emergencies that includes techniques for external heart massage, artificial respiration and control of bleedingPLUS:An in-depth, alphabetical "Quick Reference" section that gives specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of animal diseases and disorders-- from abscesses, allergies and behavior problems to vaccination risks, weight problems and worms. The Pitcairns' approach is drug-free and holistic-- with special attention to homeopathic and alternative remedies and treatments.

A classic natural pet-care book from two celebrated veterinary specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment, and natural healing for pets, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats offers valuable natural and holistic advice on a host of pet topics, including, but not limited to, diet, exercise, environment, coping with a pet's death, and how to care for a sick animal. In addition to their thorough discussion of the above, Richard Pitcairn, D.V.M., and his wife, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, M.S., offer a comprehensive "quick reference" section on animal illnesses, organized alphabetically and including a brief description of each illness, preventative measures that may be taken, and holistic and natural treatment options for both dogs and cats--treatments that should always be discussed with one's vet before being used. Occasional line drawings, informative graphs, and the Pitcairn's intelligent prose make this guide a must-have for pet owners interested in a natural lifestyle for their pets.

Dieters and anyone who wants to lose weight in a healthy and balanced way will find a plethora of safe and wholesome methods, recipes, and nutrition facts in this holistic look at wellness. By exposing the eating problems that lead to allergies, depression, cellulite, dermatitis, ear infections, obesity, fatigue, frequent colds, and flu, this nutritional guide shows how a natural plan of eating can cure these ailments, leading to pure and vibrant health. Packed with encouraging anecdotes from the author's own struggles with health and size, as well as testimonials of those who have tried these methods and found success, readers will relate to these stories that show them they are not alone in their struggles and encourage them to forge ahead on the path to wellness. Not just a diet program, this resource focuses on whole-body health—including exercise, water intake, and life choices—and will benefit anyone who would like to enhance their overall fitness, combat disease, or enjoy food while experiencing improved levels of health and energy.

Are you unhappy relying on antibiotics for every illness, painkillers for menstrual cramps, and caffeine just to feel “normal”? Are you fed up with an endless cycle of colds, flus, headaches, digestive problems, and fatigue? Do you want to experience freedom from menopausal hormone fluctuations and hot flashes? Natural Choices for Women’s Health explores these issues and many more, offering a groundbreaking resource for women who want to approach health naturally.In this completely accessible guide, Dr. Laurie Steelsmith shows for the first time how women can create a lifetime of optimal well-being by blending the extraordinary benefits of natural medicine from both the Western tradition and ancient Chinese teachings. Outlining a Naturally Healthy Lifestyle that enhances the body’s own health-sustaining abilities, Steelsmith identifies ten crucial components of a woman’s health—the immune system, kidneys, liver, digestive system, heart, hormones, bones, breasts, pelvis, and mental health—and provides dozens of tips to help maintain peak condition. In this resource you will discover:•How to balance your hormones with natural medicine•A list of “Best Breast Foods” and other tips to enhance your breast health•Ancient methods for increasing your libido with Chinese herbal medicine•How exercise can promote the balance of yin and yang in your body•Secrets of the Chinese Five Element system and how your personality type influences every aspect of your healthInnovative, authoritative, and truly comprehensive, Natural Choices for Women’s Health is sure to become the standard reference for women who want to attain wellness naturally.

2000 Winner, Better Health for Life Award, Cat Writer's Association (CWA)When it comes to your dog's or your cat's health, you want the best health care available. But did you know that conventional medicine is not the only answer, or even the best answer?Inside you'll learn from a respected veterinarian how the therapeutic wonders of natural medicine can benefit your dog or cat. This comprehensive guide discusses more than 40 common conditions or diseases that can affect your pet and how they can be treated or improved with natural medicine.Easy to understand and use, with cross-references between conditions and treatments, this informative resource includes:·An A-Z guide to common health conditions ·An A-Z guide to herbs, vitamins, and supplements ·Dietary recommendations for specific health concerns ·Proven complementary therapies for your pet ·And much, much more!Do your pet a great favor—add this complete reference to your library. You'll both be glad you did.Inside, natural treatments for: ·Allergies ·Obesity ·Cancer ·Kidney Disease ·Arthritis ·Heart Disease ·Feline Leukemia ·Dental Disease ·Ear Infections ·And many more common conditions"Incredibly well thought-out and organized. This bible will serve as an excellent reference for veterinarians and pet owners alike." —L. Phillips Brown, D.V.M., product manager, Inter-Cal Nutraceuticals"A concise overview of common animal conditions and available complementary therapies that will help readers ensure their pets and patients receive the best treatment." —Myrna Milani, D.V.M., author, Preparing for the Loss of Your Pet"This bible is a 'new testament' that may help pet caregivers heal their sick pets." —Alice Villalobos, D.V.M.

You probably know that as you age, your hormone levels decline. But what you probably don't know is that hormone levels can be restored using natural, bioidentical hormones that eliminate associated fatigue, weight gain, moodiness, memory loss, and a weakenedimmune system. Too often, women are prescribed drugsthat treat these symptoms and not the core problem:hormonal imbalance. Now, in his acclaimed eight-pointprogram that has improved the lives of countlesspatients at his Houston wellness clinic, Dr. Steven F.Hotze reveals what women of all ages can do to getrelief and promote lifelong hormonal health through acombination of lifestyle changes, good nutrition,exercise, and natural hormone replacement. In clear,nontechnical language, he addresses: - the importantdifferences between chemical hormones and bioidenticalhormones - common, related health problems,including allergies, yeast overgrowth, and adrenalfatigue - balanced nutrition - vitamin and mineralsupplements - and more.

This no-nonsense guide covers the basics as to how to start a business as a Natural Health Practitioner. Relevant and up-to-date, it covers topics such as schools, accreditation, credentials, legal issues, malpractice insurance, forms, assessment systems, marketing, compliance, appointment structuring, the two things never to do with a new client and much more. It contains all the nuances as to how to succeed and is a must for anyone interested in the field.

As Dr. Engel emphasizes in this "enticing, well-referenced, [and] entertaining book" (Science), we can learn a lot about human health by studying animal behavior in the wild. Indeed, some of the natural, holistic, and alternative human medicine being practiced today arose through the observation of wild animals. In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Engel points out fascinating parallels between animal and human medicine. She offers intriguing examples of how animals prevent and cure sickness and poisonings, heal open wounds, balance their diets, and regulate fertility. For instance,*chimpanzees carefully eat bitter-tasting plant "medicines" that counter intestinal parasites*elephants roam miles to find the clay they ingest to counter dietary toxins*broken-legged chicks have been known to eat analgesic foods that alleviate pain.By observing wild health we may discover (or rediscover) ways to benefit our own health. As Craig Stotlz of the Washington Post noted, this "highly readable assessment . . . triggers more outside-the-double-helix thoughts about human health than anything I've read recently."