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Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine

Harriet Beinfield, Efrem Korngold

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Total reviews: 25 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Written Review 5 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

I have known the author, Efrem Korngold, from the 60's. Efrem has always been involved in 'cutting edge' research and pragmatic applications regarding a wide spectrum of interests. Efrem's interest and commitment to health care comes out in his book, "Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine." As a result of reading his book, he and his wife have put the subject into terms that anyone can understand. Most important contribution however, is that the book gives the reader a "new" perspective on health care. By explaining the difference in models between Western medicine and Eastern medicine, Efrem and his wife are giving the reader invaluable information that they can now use in determining how they want to approach their own health care in the 21st century. Kudos to Efrem and his wife, Harriet Beinfield for a clear exposition of a topic that some might interpret as esoteric i.e. an alternative to western medicine.
Bart Ellis

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Two of the foremost American educators and healers in the Chinese medical profession demystify Chinese medicine's centuries-odl approach to health. Combining Eastern traditions with Western sensibilities in a unique blend that is relevant today, BETWEEN HEAVEN AND EARTH opens the door to a vast storehouse of knowledge that bridges the gap between mind and body, theory and practice, professional and self-care, East and West.

The Gluten-Free Bible: The Thoroughly Indispensable Guide to Negotiating Life without Wheat

Jax Peters Lowell

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Total reviews: 36 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

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The definitive guide to the gluten-free lifestyle, completely revised and updated for the 2.2 million Americans with celiac disease According to a landmark 2003 National Institutes of Health study, 2.2 million Americans suffer from celiac disease, an allergy to the protein gluten found in wheat. Since this book was first published in 1995 (as Against the Grain), Jax Peters Lowell has been helping celiacs follow a gluten-free diet with creativity, resourcefulness, and humor.This edition includes chapters covering- the latest research into celiac disease, and myths that have been debunked- how to eat out happily, including a short course in restaurant assertiveness training- how to eat in happily, including a discussion of online and mail order suppliers and negotiating the supermarket as a celiac- dozens of delicious new recipes- drugs, cosmetics, and other products tested for celiac-safety- a thoroughly updated resource sectionTens of thousands of celiacs have already enhanced their lives with Lowell's authoritative, witty, and practical guide. The Gluten-free Bible promises to bring relief to the new gluten-intolerant generation.

Anatomy of the Moving Body: A Basic Course in Bones, Muscles, and Joints

Jr. Theodore Dimon

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Learning anatomy requires more than pictures and labels; it requires a way "into" the subject, a means of making sense of what is being shown. Anatomy of the Moving Body addresses that need with a simple yet complete study of the body's complex system of bones, muscles, and joints and how they function. Beautifully illustrated with more than 100 3D images, the book contains 31 lectures that guide readers through this challenging interior landscape. Each part of the body is explained in brief, manageable sections, with components described singly or in small groups. The author doesn’t just name the muscles and bones but explains the terminology in lay language. Topics include the etymology of anatomical terms; origins and attachments of muscles and their related actions; discussion of major functional systems such as the pelvis, ankle, shoulder girdle, and hand; major landmarks and human topography; and structures relating to breathing and vocalization. This second edition features all-new illustrations that use a 3D digital model of the human anatomical form. The book's thoroughness, visual interest, and clear style make it ideal for students and teachers of the Alexander and Feldenkrais techniques as well as for practitioners of yoga, Pilates, martial arts, and dance.

The Johns Hopkins Complete Home Guide to Symptoms & Remedies

Editors of The Johns Hopkins Medical Letter Health After 50, Simeon Margolis

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Fantastic home resource 5 out of 5 stars.
49 of 49 people found this review helpful.

This book has a rather unique layout that actually makes it easier to use than most similar books. The first part of the book focuses on symptoms. You look up your primary symptom, and then look to see if there are associated symptoms that match yours. If you have a match of symptoms then you read the different possible diagnosis for those symptoms and the distinguishing features of each diagnosis. The best way to illustrate how easy it is to use an example. Suppose you see some blood in your urine. You look up "Blood in the urine" and find that there are two subdivisions - with urinary difficulty or incontinence, without urinary difficulty or incontinence. If there is no urinary difficulty or incontinence then there are five possible diagnoses provided. Each of these five provides distinguishing features so you can easily figure out if you match one of them.

The second part of the book details the disorders provided in the symptom diagnosis portion. So, if you determined that you probably have an esophageal stricture you can look that disorder up and find out what it is, what causes it, prevention strategies, diagnostic techniques, how to treat it, and most importantly, when to call a doctor. With clear writing and lavish illustrations it provides a clear understanding of the problem. The John Hopkins Complete Home Guide to Symptoms & Remedies is a very highly recommended book to have handy in every home.

Editorial Review:

No household should be without a book that offers simple remedies to common ailments as well as advice on obtaining professional assistance for more complex situations. In The Johns Hopkins Complete Home Guide to Symptoms & Remedies, forty-seven top specialists at America's foremost medical institution provide thousands of reliable answers to our most pressing health questions. Easy-to-use symptoms charts help narrow down possible diagnoses, and all of the listed disorders are explained in full detail. Essential, up-to-date information includes what each condition is, its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, the latest treatment options, prevention strategies, and when to call your doctor. The Johns Hopkins Complete Home Guide to Symptoms & Remedies provides advice from leading experts in every medical specialty on more than 500 symptoms and conditions. It is a reference so complete, it's almost like having a trusted physician in the home.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook

Glenn R. Schiraldi

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Total reviews: 25 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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For the millions who suffer from the effects of a traumatic experience, this book offers help and hope and provides the diverse elements needed for lasting recovery. Trauma can take many forms, from the most disturbing of circumstances such as witnessing a murder or violent crime to the subtle trauma of living with the effects of abuse or alcoholism. Deep emotional wounds often seem like they will never heal, but Schiraldi has helped and witnessed survivors recover, grow, and find happiness.

By helping people recognize the coping mechanisms and by dealing directly with the effects of a traumatic experience, there is a great reason for hope. The Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Sourcebook is a guide for both survivors and their loved ones, helping them to see that on the other side of their pain is recovery and growth.

• Explains the psychic defenses that can go into effect to protect a victim from further emotional harm
• Provides information on triggers and the debilitating effects of post-traumatic stress disorder
• Addresses how the healing process can begin and how fear diminishes through a variety of medic and nonmedicinal treatment methods

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy

MS, Joe Graedon, Ph.D., Teresa Graedon

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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From the New York Times bestselling authors of The People’s Pharmacy®, a reliable resource for remedies and treatment—now in an easy-to-use trade format.

After more than three decades as one of the world’s premier sources for authoritative, trustworthy health information, The People’s Pharmacy® delivers its most groundbreaking resource yet, identifying bestchoice treatments for hundreds of common medical conditions that smart health-care consumers want to know about. Inside readers will find:

• Remedies for scores of health concerns, from acne and allergies to heart disease and depression

• At-a-glance descriptions of the best choices— complete with possible side effects and approximate cost

• Remedy ratings that allow readers to compare treatment options for each condition

• The People’s Pharmacy® Favorite Picks—self-care strategies tested and recommended by fans

Whether the best choice may be home remedies, lifestyle changes, herbal or nutritional supplements, or over-the-counter or prescription drugs, Best Choices from the People’s Pharmacy® clearly evaluates the effectiveness, safety, and cost of treatment options—so readers can make the right decision for optimum health.

NURSES POCKET DRUG GUIDE 2009 (Nurse's Pocket Drug Guide)

Judith Barberio

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Wonderful easy lightweight 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I am a home health nurse therefore this pocket drug guide is perfect. I do not have room to carry a full sized book in my bag not to mention the added weight.
It is easy to read and understand. The look up is so easy!
This is fantastic! I reccomend it to any nurse!

Good content but small font! 4 out of 5 stars.
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I really found this pocket drug guide helpful. I'm a nursing student and I'm constantly looking up drugs that my patients are on. The only problem I have with the format is that the words are SO small! I'm no senior citizen and I can barely see those itty bitty words on the page! I've also found a lot of drugs missing from the pages--but what can I expect! Its a minaturized version! I'd reccomend this for students doing clinical...but don't make it your bible. You'll need another drug book if you want to get to know these drugs and their interactions for real.

Editorial Review:

Specifically geared towards patient-care, this instant-access pocket guide provides registered nurses with essential, up-to-the-minute information on the selection and administration of 1,000 commonly used medications.This resource is revised annually to reflect approval of new drugs, changes in usage of current drugs, and withdrawal of older ones. The 2009 edition includes 30 additional herbal supplements. Organized alphabetically by drug name.

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ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer: Techniques, Complications, and Management (High-Yield™ Systems Series)

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the book for ACSM's Personal Trainer certification 4 out of 5 stars.
9 of 12 people found this review helpful.

I don't know why I had so much trouble finding out what the primary resource was for the ACSM personal trainer cert was. But it is THIS book. Not the other books they mention on the website (they're a waste of money, in my opinion.) I searched a lot of places on the net and could not find one recommendation of a good way to study for this test. I have not taken this test but, I have bought this book and the other two books they recommend on their website, and my recommendation is to get this book alone. I have some background in health and fitness and I want to save time and money and do the minimum to past the test. That is why I recommend only this book. As far as I can tell, it is intended to be the source to study for that test. One of the OTHER two books they recommend on their website actually says in the beginning -- [this book is not intended to be used for the PT cert because this book was written before we finished the guidelines for the PT cert]. I read that and thought "what a rip off!!" So why mention it in your website? To make more money on selling books? Perhaps to give certain students an extra study material? I'm not sure. But I can say in my situation, I was not that happy, I was trying to be streamlined in my efforts and cost to prepare for the exam. Buying this book alone would have been sufficient for ME. (as best I can tell) I wish I had taken the test already so I could put out some additional useful information on studying for this test. I am not sure, but to me it seemed that there was little useful information out there about EXACTLY what to study. I am an adult with a job and family and things to do, and I don't want to be trying to read a bunch of idiotic supplemental books for a bozo PT exam. Just tell me what to study, I'll study it, give you the money for the test, and take the test and pass it. Is that too much to ask? I guess so. Anyway, for you people in a similar situation to me. Get THIS book and don't waste money on the guidelines for exercise testing and prescription, or the certification review (unless you feel you need extra material).
As for this book, its pretty boring, pretty dumbed-down. But it is very encompassing, clear in presentation and teaches someone how to be a personal trainer. So for that, its pretty cool.

Editorial Review:

This valuable resource is the official ACSM preparatory tool for the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer(SM) exam and provides coverage of fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and exercise leadership along with discussions of anatomy and physiology, injury prevention, psychology, emergency techniques, exercise leadership programs, and legal issues. It includes the fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) used to improve, maintain, and/or optimize health-related components of physical fitness and performance. The Second Edition is now in full color and includes information on writing appropriate exercise recommendations, leading and demonstrating safe and effective methods of exercise, and motivating individuals.

The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs, 8th Edition (EAN): 8th Edition (Pdr Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs)

Thompson PDR

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Everything you need to know about prescription drugs -- based on the FDA-approved information published in the Physicians' Desk Reference®

Why was this drug prescribed to me?

What are the benefits and risks of taking this drug?

Will I experience any side effects?

What questions should I ask my doctor about this prescription?

You'll find the answers to all these questions and more in this accessible, up-to-the-minute resource. The drug profiles in this consumer handbook are based on the Physicians' Desk Reference® -- the trusted guide to safe, effective drug therapy that health-care professionals have used for more than sixty years.

THE PDR® POCKET GUIDE TO PRESCRIPTION DRUGS™ is the source most highly trusted by doctors and patients alike, and includes important information on:

• Possible food and drug interactions

• Pregnancy-related warnings and safety measures

• The symptoms of overdoses

• Essential information about poison control centers

• The top 200 most prescribed drugs

• Photographs of more than 100 drugs

The Complete Book of Food Counts, 7th edition (Complete Book of Food Counts)

Corinne T. Netzer

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Food Counts Review 4 out of 5 stars.
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The book is exactly as it represents itself. It provides a great deal of information about many different foods so that one may make appropriate food choices according to his/her health needs.

complete source of information 5 out of 5 stars.
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this book has everything you need to know about food and all grocery products. Can't wait until the 8th edition come out in december 2008.

Editorial Review:

Featuring thousands of new listings—and thousands more choices—than ever before, this completely revised seventh edition of The Complete Book of Food Counts is the most up-to-date reference you can buy. Featuring all-new information on a wide variety of new products, here are essential counts for generic and brand-name foods PLUS the latest gourmet and health foods, including hundreds of ethnic foods. From fast-food salads to gourmet pizza, from Mexican to Japanese to Indian cuisines, this authoritative reference gives you all the nutritional information you need, whether you’re walking the supermarket aisles or checking out your local natural food and gourmet shops!