Reinventing Medicine: Beyond Mind-Body to a New Era of Healing
ISBN: 9780062516442 / Angielski / Miękka / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Larry Dossey forever changed our understanding of the healing process with his phenomenal New York Times bestseller, Healing Words. Now the man considered on of the pioneers of mind/body medicine provides the scientific and medical proof that the spiritual dimension works in therapeutic treatment, exploding the boundaries of the healing arts with his most powerful book yet.
Larry Dossey forever changed our understanding of the healing process with his phenomenal New York Times bestseller, Healing Words. |
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77,26 zł |
The Link Between Religion and Health: Psychoneuroimmunology and the Faith Factor
ISBN: 9780195143607 / Angielski / Twarda / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book is the first to present new medical research establishing a connection between religion and health and to examine the implications for Eastern and Western religious traditions and for society and culture.
The distinguished list of contributors examine a series of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) topics that relate to religious faith and behavior. PNI studies the relationships between mental states and the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems. Among the issues it focuses upon are how mental states, in general, and belief states, in particular, affect physical health. The... This book is the first to present new medical research establishing a connection between religion and health and to examine the implications for Easte...
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326,94 zł |
Snake Oil Science: The Truth about Complementary and Alternative Medicine
ISBN: 9780195313680 / Angielski / Twarda / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Millions of people worldwide swear by such therapies as acupuncture, herbal cures, and homeopathic remedies. Indeed, complementary and alternative medicine is embraced by a broad spectrum of society, from ordinary people, to scientists and physicians, to celebrities such as Prince Charles and Oprah Winfrey.
In the tradition of Michael Shermers Why People Believe Weird Things and Robert Parks's Voodoo Science, Barker Bausell provides an engaging look at the scientific evidence for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and at the logical, psychological, and... Millions of people worldwide swear by such therapies as acupuncture, herbal cures, and homeopathic remedies. Indeed, complementary and alternative med...
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240,57 zł |
Asperger Syndrome: Natural Steps toward a Better Life
ISBN: 9780275991784 / Angielski / Twarda / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Asperger Syndrome now affects an estimated 10 million children and adults in the United States. Here, Lawton takes an evenhanded look at AS, its development and symptoms, the biological and potential genetic components, the associated physical complaints, and how natural medicine can help. She includes a history of early treatment and current drug and psychotherapy treatments, and explains how diet, blood sugar, and food sensitivities or allergies can play a role. She also looks at the controversy over vaccinations and explains blood tests that can pinpoint a rationale for herbal and... Asperger Syndrome now affects an estimated 10 million children and adults in the United States. Here, Lawton takes an evenhanded look at AS, its de... |
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317,90 zł |
Natural Treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
ISBN: 9780275993740 / Angielski / Twarda / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) CFS starts as a persistent fatigue that lasts six months or more. Physical and mental activity may worsen the condition, and sleep does not produce any new energy. Originally dubbed The Yuppie Flu in the 1970s, it is accompanied by four or more other maladies--short-term memory loss or inability to concentrate, sore throat, muscle pain, joint pain, and/or tender lymph nodes. It is a therapeutic challenge, says Naturopath Bharadvaj. But this author explains naturopathic approaches that are proving effective in the treatment of CFS, either alone or in concert with Western... CFS starts as a persistent fatigue that lasts six months or more. Physical and mental activity may worsen the condition, and sleep does not produce... |
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235,68 zł |
Alternative Medicine
ISBN: 9780313337185 / Angielski / Twarda / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Every day, newspapers and television news programs present stories on the latest controversies over healthcare and medical advances, but they do not have the space to provide detailed background on the issues. Websites and weblogs provide information from activists and partisans intent on presenting their side of a story. But where can students - or even ordinary citizens - go to obtain unbiased, detailed background on the medical issues affecting their daily lives? This volume in the Health and Medical Issues Today series provides readers and researchers with a balanced, in-depth... Every day, newspapers and television news programs present stories on the latest controversies over healthcare and medical advances, but they do no... |
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191,84 zł |
The Practice of Shiatsu [With DVD]
ISBN: 9780323045803 / Angielski / Miękka / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Be prepared to answer certification questions about shiatsu, and develop the skills you'll need to become a successful practitioner This comprehensive, easy-to-use textbook covers foundational information and methods, followed by more complex theory and practice. You'll learn how the channels (meridians) affect clients' health, how to conduct assessments, how to maintain proper body mechanics during practice, how to address imbalances in each of the Five Elements, and much more. The accompanying DVD includes over 90 minutes of video showing specific applications described in the book....
Be prepared to answer certification questions about shiatsu, and develop the skills you'll need to become a successful practitioner This comprehensiv...
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218,64 zł |
Encyclopedia of Native American Healing (1997. Corr. 2nd Printing)
ISBN: 9780393317350 / Angielski / Miękka / 412 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Designed for ease of use with maps, a detailed subject index, an extensive bibliography, and cross references, this book is sure to fascinate anyone interested in Native American culture and heritage.
Designed for ease of use with maps, a detailed subject index, an extensive bibliography, and cross references, this book is sure to fascinate anyone i...
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150,31 zł |
Stevia: The Genus Stevia
ISBN: 9780415268301 / Angielski / Twarda / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Stevia rebaudiana is a remarkable South American plant which has become widely used in certain parts of the world as a natural sweetening agent and dietary supplement. Purified extracts of Stevia rebaudiana have been used as sweeteners and flavour enhancers in the food industry in Japan for over 25 years and have been found to be up to 300 times sweeter than sucrose.
Stevia rebaudiana is a remarkable South American plant which has become widely used in certain parts of the world as a natural sweetening agent and di...
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911,22 zł |
Natural Remedies: Their Origins and Uses
ISBN: 9780415272025 / Angielski / Miękka / 178 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) The past two decades have witnessed a phenomenal explosion of interest in the potential uses of plant medicines in healthcare and this has evoked the rebirth of pharmacognosy. This volume is unique in that it is the first, in English, to employ the Anatomical, Therapeutic and Chemical (ATC) classification system, developed by the World Health Organization, to present information on the therapeutic uses of plants. Initially developed in the Swedish edition 'Phytopharmaca Therapy', this volume expands the original concept and highlights the aspects of medicinal plants that are crucial for a...
The past two decades have witnessed a phenomenal explosion of interest in the potential uses of plant medicines in healthcare and this has evoked the ...
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327,99 zł |
Artemisia
ISBN: 9780415272124 / Angielski / Twarda / 344 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) A comprehensive overview of this genus, Artemisia examines all aspects of the herbs uses and applications, its mode of action and clinical importance. Following a comprehensive introduction to the genus, the book discusses the botanical, phytochemical and biological aspects of a number of important species of Artemisis. Considering that the discovery of artemisinin, a highly active antimalarial agent from the Chinese herb A. annua is of considerable importance, this volume devotes several chapters to the traditional uses, cultivation and phytochemistry of this species and to the development...
A comprehensive overview of this genus, Artemisia examines all aspects of the herbs uses and applications, its mode of action and clinical importance....
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781,04 zł |
Narcissus and Daffodil: The Genus Narcissus
ISBN: 9780415273442 / Angielski / Twarda / 452 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Narcissus and Daffodil is the first book to provide a complete overview of the genus Narcissus. Prized for centuries in western Europe as an ornamental plant, it has recently attracted attention as a source of potentially valuable pharmaceuticals. In eastern European countries, however, Narcissus and other Amaryllidaceae have been valued as a source of galanthamine for several decades.
Presenting original research material and information not accessible outside eastern Europe, Narcissus and Daffodil contains over 1,700 references, making it an invaluable text for graduates and researchers... Narcissus and Daffodil is the first book to provide a complete overview of the genus Narcissus. Prized for centuries in western Europe as an ornamenta...
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963,29 zł |
Chamomile: Industrial Profiles
ISBN: 9780415334631 / Angielski / Twarda / 304 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) For over 2000 years, preparations of chamomile flowers have counted among the medicinal treasures of many cultural groups. This book provides an interdisciplinary inventory of the scientific level of knowledge about German chamomile as well as Roman chamomile, the two types of chamomile most produced. It includes information for pharmacists and the pharmaceutical industry about chamomile preparations and essential chamomile oil. Physicians and toxicologists will find detailed descriptions of the latest experimental studies and the use of chamomile preparations in traditional and therapeutic...
For over 2000 years, preparations of chamomile flowers have counted among the medicinal treasures of many cultural groups. This book provides an inter...
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911,22 zł |
Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A Reader
ISBN: 9780415351584 / Angielski / Twarda / 408 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is an emerging and increasingly popular group of treatments, therapies and philosophies of health and wellbeing. It is a fascinating and fast-changing area of social life, which also poses an interesting challenge to current healthcare delivery and policy making. This reader presents a lively and engaging collection of classic, controversial and new readings on CAM and covers issues including:
Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is an emerging and increasingly popular group of treatments, therapies and philosophies of health and ... |
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624,83 zł |
Perspectives on Complementary and Alternative Medicine
ISBN: 9780415351607 / Angielski / Twarda / 462 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book explores the challenging issues associated with complementary and alternative medicine in the context of the social, political and cultural influences that shape people's health.
This book explores the challenging issues associated with complementary and alternative medicine in the context of the social, political and cultur... |
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911,22 zł |
Researching Complementary and Alternative Medicine
ISBN: 9780415367745 / Angielski / Twarda / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Researching Complementary and Alternative Medicine provides a valuable and timely resource for those looking to understand, initiate and expand CAM research. This collection brings together leading international CAM researchers with backgrounds and expertise in a variety of areas including health social science, qualitative methodology, general practice, health services research and public health. Drawing upon their own research work and experience, the contributors explain and review core methods and research issues pertinent to contemporary CAM and its future... Researching Complementary and Alternative Medicine provides a valuable and timely resource for those looking to understand, initiate and e... |
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468,57 zł |
Practical Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
ISBN: 9780443045820 / Angielski / Twarda / 560 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This meticulous translation offers, for the first time in English, an authoritative and detailed compilation of the principles and practice of TCM diagnostic methods and approaches. This translation has been carefully prepared and polished by translators in both China and the West, and has been edited thoroughly to maximize its accessibility by Western practitioners.
This meticulous translation offers, for the first time in English, an authoritative and detailed compilation of the principles and practice of TCM dia...
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536,32 zł |
Clinical Manual of Chinese Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
ISBN: 9780443051289 / Angielski / Twarda / 585 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This clinical manual discusses the treatment of 201 diseases with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. These diseases span such TCM specialties as internal medicine, surgery, gynaecology, paediatrics, dermatology and otorhinolaryngology. The text also discusses aetiology and pathogenesis, but the emphasis is laid on key points in diagnosis, differentiation of syndrome and treatment, particularly with herbal medicine.
This clinical manual discusses the treatment of 201 diseases with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture. These diseases span such TCM specialties as...
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510,23 zł |
International Dictionary of Homeopathy
ISBN: 9780443060090 / Angielski / Twarda / 280 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) The International Dictionary of Homeopathy provides an authoritative and up-to-date compilation of homeopathy terms and concepts. This definitive reference has assembled an international consensus on the definitions or interpretations of concepts dealing with homeopathy principles and practice, through the help of an international panel of experts. A valuable reference tool for homeopathic practitioners, this dictionary will also help introduce or integrate homeopathy into mainstream medical practice by providing a concrete source for referencing concise information on homeopathy. It...
The International Dictionary of Homeopathy provides an authoritative and up-to-date compilation of homeopathy terms and concepts. This definitive refe...
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192,60 zł |
Understanding the Placebo Effect in Complementary Medicine : Theory, Practice and Research
ISBN: 9780443060311 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) The placebo elicits more passionate debate, scepticism and personal belief than almost any other aspect of medicine. As yet there are no concrete answers - but many challenging observations and powerful effects occur daily in healthcare which need to be examined. This book will stimulate and inform every reader - from the experienced practitioner to the new student - who has ever asked, "What is the placebo really, and why should it matter to me?" Written in an accessible and engaging style with contributions from leading figures in healthcare, it tackles issues of the placebo effect in...
The placebo elicits more passionate debate, scepticism and personal belief than almost any other aspect of medicine. As yet there are no concrete answ...
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145,74 zł |