Prescription for Nutritional Healing: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs and Food Supplements Book

Preface,	vii
How to Use This Book,	viii
Part One Understanding the Elements of Health
Introduction,	2
Nutrition, Diet, and Wellness,	3
Vitamins,	13
Minerals,	25
Water,	35
Amino Acids,	42
Antioxidants,	53
Enzymes,	59
Natural Food Supplements,	63
Herbs,	85
Part Two The Disorders
Introduction,	116
Troubleshooting for Disorders,	117
Abscess,	120
Acid/Alkali Imbalance,	122
Acne,	125
Adrenal Disorders,	129
Age Spots,	131
Aging,	132
AIDS,	138
Alcoholism,	147
Allergies,	153
Aluminum Toxicity,	167
Alzheimer's Disease,	168
Anemia,	174
Anorexia Nervosa,	177
Anxiety Disorder,	179
Appendicitis,	183
Appetite, Poor,	184
Arsenic Poisoning,	185
Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis,	186
Arthritis,	188
Asthma,	195
Athlete's Foot,	200
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)/Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD),	201
Autism,	205
Backache,	208
Bedsores,	212
Bed-Wetting,	214
Bee Sting,	215
Bladder Infection (Cystitis),	216
Boil,	219
Breast Cancer,	221
Breastfeeding-Related Problems,	229
Engorgement,	229
Mastitis (Breast Infection),	229
Plugged Duct,	230
Sore Nipples,	230
Bronchitis,	232
Bruising,	235
Bruxism,	237
Bulimia,	238
Bums,	241
Bursitis,	243
Cadmium Toxicity,	245
Cancer,	246
Candidiasis,	263
Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers),	266
Cardiovascular Disease,	267
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome,	275
Celiac Disease,	279
Chemical Allergies,	281
Chemical Poisoning,	283
Chickenpox,	283
Chlamydia,	285
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome,	286
Circulatory Problems,	290
Cirrhosis of the Liver,	292
Cold Sores (Fever Blisters),	295
Common Cold,	297
Constipation,	300
Copper Deficiency,	303
Copper Toxicity,	304
Corns and Calluses,	305
Crohn's Disease,	306
Croup,	310
Cystic Fibrosis,	311
Dandruff,	313
Depression,	314
Dermatitis,	319
Diabetes,	321
Diarrhea,	326
Diverticulitis,	328
Dog Bite,	330
Down Syndrome,	331
Drug Addiction (Substance Abuse),	334
Dry Skin,	337
Ear Infection,	340
Edema,	342
Emphysema,	343
Endometriosis,	346
Environmental Toxicity,	350
Epilepsy,	352
Eye Problems,	355
Bags under the Eyes,	358
Bitot's Spots,	358
Blepharitis,	359
Bloodshot Eyes,	359
Blurred Vision,	359
Cataracts,	360
Colorblindness,	362
Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye),	362
Corneal Ulcer,	363
Diabetic Retinopathy,	363
Dimness or Loss of Vision,	363
Dry Eyes,	364
Eyestrain,	364
Floaters,	365
Glaucoma,	365
Itchy or Tired Eyes,	366
Macular Degeneration,	366
Mucus in the Eyes,	367
Photophobia,	367
Retinitis Pigmentosa,	367
Scotoma,	368
Shingles (Herpes Zoster),	368
Stye,	368
Thinning Eyelashes,	369
Ulcerated Eyelid,	369
Xerophthalmia,	369
Fever,	369
Fibrocystic Breasts,	371
Fibroids, Uterine,	372
Fibromyalgia Syndrome,	374
Foodborne/Waterborne Disease,	378
Fracture,	384
Frigidity,	386
Fungal Infection,	387
Gallbladder Disorders,	389
Gangrene,	391
German Measles (Rubella),	392
Glaucoma,	394
Gout,	397
Growth Problems,	400
Hair Loss,	401
Halitosis (Bad Breath),	404
Hay Fever,	405
Headache,	408
Hearing Loss,	413
Heart Attack,	417
Heartburn/Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD),	422
Heel or Bone Spur,	424
Hemophilia,	425
Hemorrhoids,	426
Hepatitis,	429
Herpesvirus Infection,	433
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension),	436
High Cholesterol,	440
Hives,	443
Hyperthyroidism,	446
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar),	448
Hypothyroidism,	450
Hysterectomy-Related Problems,	453
Impotence,	455
Incontinence,	459
Indigestion (Dyspepsia),	460
Infertility,	463
Inflammation,	466
Influenza,	468
Insect Allergy,	470
Insect Bite,	471
Insomnia,	473
Irritable Bowel Syndrome,	476
Jaundice,	479
Kidney Disease (Renal Failure),	480
Kidney Stones,	483
Lactose Intolerance (Lactase Deficiency),	485
Lead Poisoning,	487
Leg Ulcers,	490
Legionnaires' Disease,	492
Lupus,	493
Lyme Disease,	496
Malabsorption Syndrome,	499
Manic-Depressive Disorder (Bipolar Mood Disorder),	502
Measles,	504
Memory Problems,	505
Ménière's Disease,	508
Meningitis,	510
Menopausal and Perimenopausal Problems,	511
Mercury Toxicity,	516
Migraine,	518
Mononucleosis,	521
Motion Sickness,	523
Multiple Sclerosis,	525
Mumps,	529
Muscle Cramps,	530
Nail Problems,	532
Narcolepsy,	535
Nickel Toxicity,	537
Nosebleed,	538
Obesity,	540
Oily Skin,	547
Osteoporosis,	549
Paget's Disease of Bone,	554
Pancreatitis,	556
Parkinson's Disease,	558
Peptic Ulcer,	561
Periodontal Disease,	564
Pneumonia,	567
Poison Ivy/Poison Oak/Poison Sumac,	570
Poisoning,	571
Polyps,	574
Pregnancy-Related Problems,	575
Anemia,	576
Asthma,	576
Backache,	576
Bladder Discomfort/Infection,	577
Bleeding Gums,	577
Constipation,	577
Coughs and Colds,	577
Depression,	577
Diabetes, Gestational,	578
Dizziness,	578
Eclampsia and Preeclampsia,	578
Ectopic Pregnancy,	579
Edema (Swelling of the Hands and Feet),	579
Gas (Flatulence),	579
Groin Spasm, Stitch, or Pressure,	580
Heartburn,	580
Hemorrhoids,	580
Insomnia,	580
Leg Cramps,	581
Miscarriage (Spontaneous Abortion),	581
Morning Sickness,	581
Nosebleeds and Nasal Congestion,	582
Sciatica,	582
Skin Problems,	582
Soreness in the Rib Area,	582
Stretch Marks,	583
Sweating,	583
Varicose Veins,	583
Premenstrual Syndrome,	587
Prolapse of the Uterus,	590
Prostate Cancer,	591
Prostatitis/Benign Prostatic Hyertrophy (BPH),	596
Psoriasis,	599
Radiation Exposure,	601
Raynaud's Disease/Raynaud's Phenomenon,	603
Reye's Syndrome,	604
Rheumatic Fever,	606
Rickets / Osteomalacia,	607
Rosacea,	608
Scabies,	610
Schizophrenia,	611
Sebaceous Cyst,	614
Seborrhea,	615
Senility (Dementia),	617
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD),	619
Shingles (Herpes Zoster),	621
Sinusitis,	624
Skin Cancer,	627
Skin Rash,	632
Smoking Dependency,	635
Snakebite,	638
Sore Throat,	640
Spider Bite,	641
Sprains, Strains, and Other Injuries of the Muscles and
Joints,	643
Stress,	646
Sunburn,	651
Thrombophlebitis,	653
TMJ Syndrome,	656
Tonsillitis,	658
Tooth Decay,	660
Tuberculosis,	662
Tumor,	664
Ulcerative Colitis,	666
Underweight/Weight Loss,	668
Vaginitis,	670
Varicose Veins,	672
Vertigo,	674
Vitiligo,	676
Warts,	677
Weakened Immune System,	679
Wilson's Disease,	684
Worms (Parasites),	686
Wrinkles,	688
Part Three Remedies and Therapies
Introduction,	694
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils,	695
Ascorbic Acid Flush,	697
Ayurvedic Remedies,	698
Blood Purification,	698
Chelation Therapy,	699
Oral Chelation Therapy,	700
Intravenous Chelation Therapy,	701
Chinese Medicine,	701
Colon Cleansing,	702
Color Therapy (Chromotherapy),	703
Crystal and Gemstone Therapy,	704
DHEA Therapy,	704
Enemas,	705
The Catnip Tea Enema,	705
The Coffee or Wheatgrass Retention Enema,	706
The Lemon Juice Cleansing Enema,	706
The Pro-Flora Whey Enema,	707
Exercise,	707
Fasting,	708
Glandular Therapy,	710
Growth Hormone Therapy,	713
Hair Analysis,	713
Homeopathy,	714
Hydrotherapy,	715
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy,	716
Juicing,	717
Light Therapy,	719
Music and Sound Therapy,	719
Pain Control,	720
Acupressure,	721
Acupuncture,	721
Biofeedback,	721
Breathing Exercises,	721
Chiropractic,	722
Guided Imagery,	722
Heat and Cold Therapy,	722
Herbs,	723
Hypnotherapy,	724
Magnet Therapy,	724
Massage,	724
Medication,	725
Meditation,	726
Qi Gong,	726
Relaxation Techniques,	726
Tai Chi,	726
TENS Unit Therapy,	727
Using a Poultice,	727
Sitz Bath,	728
Steam Inhalation,	728
Preparing for and Recovering from Surgery,	729
Therapeutic Liquids,	732
Yoga,	732
Appendix
Glossary,	737
Manufacturer and Distributor Information,	746
Health and Medical Organizations,	755
Suggested Reading,	764
Acknowledgments,	767
About the Authors,	767
Index,	768