Summaries of books about Alternative Medicine:
Working The Roots
Over 400 Years of Traditional African American Healing
Michele E. Lee
The book delves into the history and practices of African American herbal medicine, drawing on over four centuries of knowledge and traditions. It includes interviews, remedies, and anecdotes that showcase the cultural and healing legacy passed down through generations of African American healers.
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Stop the Pain
The Six to Fix
Scott Hannen
The book provides a holistic approach to pain management, focusing on six key areas: nutrition, balance, strength, flexibility, endurance, and being pain-free. It offers practical advice and strategies for individuals to address the root causes of their pain and improve their overall health and well-being.
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What Really Makes You Ill?
Why Everything You Thought You Knew About Disease Is Wrong
Dawn Lester|David Parker
The book challenges conventional medical wisdom by questioning the germ theory of disease and the effectiveness of modern medical interventions. It presents the authors' research and alternative perspectives on the true causes of illness, suggesting that factors such as nutrition, pollution, and stress play a more significant role in health than is commonly acknowledged.
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Urban Tantra
Sacred Sex for the Twenty-First Century
Barbara Carrellas
The book provides a modern, inclusive guide to tantra and sexuality, blending ancient tantric wisdom with contemporary sex practices and personal empowerment techniques. It offers practical advice, exercises, and insights to enhance sexual experiences, deepen intimacy, and explore a variety of erotic and spiritual connections.
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Sodium Bicarbonate
Nature's Unique First Aid Remedy
Mark Sircus
The book explores the various health benefits and medical uses of sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, highlighting its role in treating a wide range of ailments from the common cold to more serious diseases. It provides practical advice on how to use this compound as a natural remedy to maintain optimal health and well-being.
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Regenerate
Unlocking Your Body's Radical Resilience through the New Biology
Sayer Ji
The book delves into the science of the body's natural healing abilities, exploring how a combination of diet, genetics, and holistic therapies can enhance health and resilience. It presents a new paradigm for understanding disease and wellness, advocating for an integrative approach to healthcare that harnesses the body's innate regenerative capabilities.
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The Nemechek Protocol For Autism and Developmental Disorders
A How-To Guide to Restoring Neurological Function
Patrick Nemechek|Jean Nemechek
The book provides a detailed guide on reversing symptoms of autism and developmental disorders through a combination of dietary changes, supplementation, and lifestyle adjustments aimed at restoring proper autonomic nervous system function. It outlines the scientific rationale behind the protocol, practical steps for implementation, and case studies to demonstrate its potential effectiveness.
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The Reconnection
Heal Others, Heal Yourself
Eric Pearl
The book explores the concept of reconnective healing, a form of energy healing that the author claims can heal illnesses and ailments. It provides personal anecdotes, instructions for practicing healing techniques, and discussions on the philosophy and science behind this alternative therapy.
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Crystal Prescriptions
The A-Z Guide to Over 1,200 Symptoms and Their Healing Crystals
Judy Hall
The book serves as a comprehensive directory that lists over 1,200 ailments and matches them with corresponding healing crystals. It provides detailed descriptions of each crystal's properties and instructions on how to use them to address specific physical, emotional, and spiritual concerns.
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Pacific Northwest Medicinal Plants
Identify, Harvest, and Use 120 Wild Herbs for Health and Wellness
Scott Kloos
The book serves as a guide to identifying, harvesting, and utilizing 120 wild herbs found in the Pacific Northwest for health and wellness purposes. It includes detailed plant profiles, medicinal uses, harvesting guidelines, and preparation methods to help readers safely and effectively tap into the region's natural pharmacopeia.
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