While most people associate testosterone with men, it's one of the most vital hormones in women, & one of the first hormones that women begin to lose as they enter their 40s. Women approaching midlife are plagued with insomnia, fatigue, depression, forgetfulness, low libido & a general sense of malaise. But Dr Kathy Maupin knows that it doesn't have to be this way. In the process of overcoming her own hormonal imbalance, Dr Maupin has identified a debilitating & largely unknown health condition that is affecting millions of women: testosterone deficiency. In  The Secret Female Hormone, Dr Maupin & therapist Brett Newcomb bring vital information about testosterone to the general public for the first time as they share the latest research on testosterone replacement therapy & its effects. Speaking in clear & practical terms, they show readers how to find the right treatment plan for their individual needs. Discover: · Shocking information on the long-term effects & risks factors of testosterone loss · Common myths & misconceptions regarding hormone replacement therapy · Questionnaires throughout to help readers determine their individual needs · Tips for dealing with mood swings, changes in sex drive & maintaining healthy relationships · Real patient stories that help you find the right prescription for your individual needs. ...

In his Ayurvedic Studies Program, Vasant Lad teaches Ayurveda as a science of moment-to-moment living. Each lecture that he gives flows from his own heart in a river of healing wisdom. This textbook conveys the philosophical & fundamental principles of Ayurveda in a dynamic & inspirational way, providing a detailed foundation upon which to pursue deeper knowledge. ...

Dr. Lad teaches a systematic method for identifying the causes of illness & the stages in which a disease unfolds. This paradigm of cause & effect (etiology & pathogenesis) is the key to understanding how disease can be prevented through awareness of the subtle energetic disturbances that precede structural or functional damage. Sharing from a wealth of clinical experience, Dr. Lad presents principles & methods of assessment using a combination of the most helpful Ayurvedic & modern techniques. ...

Texbook of Ayurveda Volume 3
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The updated 2010 edition of the ideal text for understanding functional medicine. Clinicians who have chosen to focus on the management of complex, chronic disease & primary preventive care have not chosen an easy path. This book creates a new road map for improving patient outcomes across a wide range of chronic health conditions. It

Includes:: 37 chapters authored by experts from many disciplines whose knowledge has never before been integrated in a single text. The approaches to disease management & prevention described here represent the evolution of the functional medicine model over more than 20 years, through the voices of leading clinicians & scientists.

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Integrative Clinical Nutrition is at once a college textbook & a clinical reference, designed for students & practitioners of family medicine. This is the first text to provide a full, systematic course of instruction in clinical nutrition from a naturopathic medical perspective that develops clinical reasoning skills & complements other related health science courses, including nursing, chiropractic, dietician, & osteopath programs, where clinical nutrition is an integral or adjunctive part of the curriculum. Allied healthcare professionals will find this book to be practical as a clinical reference for evaluating patients from a nutritional perspective & for providing reliable treatment information. The long list of references at the end of each chapter make this book the most comprehensive & authoritative text available for the study of clinical nutrition. ...

Covering preventive, non-invasive, & natural treatments, Textbook of Natural Medicine, 4th Edition offers more than just alternative medicine. It promotes an integrated practice that can utilize natural medicine, traditional Western medicine, or a combination of both in a comprehensive, scientific treatment plan. Based on a combination of philosophy & clinical studies, Textbook of Natural Medicine helps you provide health care that identifies & controls the underlying causes of disease, is supportive of the body's own healing processes, & is considerate of each patient's unique biochemistry. Internationally known authors Joseph Pizzorno & Michael Murray include detailed pharmacologic information on herbs & supplements, plus evidence-based coverage of diseases & conditions to help you make accurate diagnoses & provide effective therapy. ...

Natural Medicine is the science of preventing, diagnosing, alleviating or curing disease using remedies which are, or made from organic material. This massive text provides a comprehensive, up-to-date, & thoroughly referenced source for any member of the health vocation. Based on a solid combination of theory & clinical studies, it provides practitioners with a reliable & authoritative resource for clinical information. The emphasis is on providing health care that is supportive of the body's own healing process, identifying & controlling the underlying cause of disease & being considerate of each patient's unique biochemistry. The authors provide healthcare professionals with a wide range of tests & approaches to managing or treating over 100 conditions & health problems. It provides accurate, detailed pharmacological information on a wide range of herbs & supplements, crucial facts about making recommendations to patients, or for familiarizing self with supplements patients may be taking themselves. The text is organized into 6 sections & supported by user-friendly reference charts & easy access tables, plus numerous patient handouts & forms.

Features: the philosophy of natural medicine, concepts & history; analysis of scientific information, making sure what is natural is safe & effective; accurate, detailed information on a wide range of herbs & supplements; covers many therapeutic modalities including botanical medicine, nutritional therapy, fasting, exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, acupuncture, homeopathy & soft tissue manipulation.

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