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Biochemical imbalances caused by nutritional deficiencies are a contributory factor in chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, auto-immune conditions and cancer. This handbook for practitioners explains how to identify and treat such biochemical imbalances in order to better understand and manage a patient's ill-health. more »
2010, Hardback: £45.00/ $69.95Keywords: complementary medicine, functional medicine, functional nutrition, nutrition
The book addresses all the factors affecting our energy levels, from diet and environment, to breathing and the internal workings of our bodies. The author explains the body-mind balance from the perspective of an occupational therapist, combining easy ways to measure energy levels with concrete suggestions of how to modify habits and lifestyles. more »
2012, Paperback: £16.99/ $24.95Keywords: adults, alternative therapies, anxiety, biomedical intervention, complementary therapies, depression, diet, disability, energy work, functional medicine, health care, integrative medicine, mental health, migraine, nutrition, occupational therapy, pain management, psychology, psychotherapy, sensory issues, traditional Chinese medicine
Providing a panoramic overview of the medical traditions of China and East and Southeast Asia, Dr. Marc Micozzi offers compelling insights into the influence of the expression of vital energy (qi) in these traditions. He discusses the efficacy of these healing practices, as well as their influences in the West, and potential applications today. more »
2011, Hardback: £18.99/ $24.95Keywords: acupuncture, chi kung, Chinese medicine, herbal treatment, nutrition, qigong, tai chi, taiji jian, taiji quan, tuina
An invaluable companion to practice for novice complementary and beauty therapists working with older people in care, this book offers unique practical advice on issues that are often overlooked in training. It offers guidance on tackling common pitfalls and difficulties, as well as a wealth of practical tips and techniques for practice. more »
September 2013, Paperback: £14.99/ $24.95Keywords: acupuncture, adults, alternative therapies, Alzheimer's disease, aromatherapy, bodywork, carers, Chinese medicine, complementary therapies, dementia, diet, face diagnosis, health care, herbal treatment, massage, nursing, nutrition, older people, palliative care, residential care, tai chi
This unique cookbook for food and health professionals looks beyond intervening in the symptoms of health problems and addresses the ways in which diet can be used to help correct underlying imbalances in the body. It also comes with an easy-to-use CD-Rom of printable recipes that can be used by practitioners to provide extra support for clients. more »
2012, Paperback: £24.99/ $39.95Keywords: alcohol, alternative therapies, complementary therapies, constipation, diet, energy work, functional medicine, functional nutrition, health care, infertility, integrative medicine, migraine, movement, naturopathy, nutrition, person-centred
Endocrine imbalances can cause a whole host of physical and mental health problems. With contributions from some of the world's most respected physicians, psychiatrists and psychotherapists, this book provides accurate information on hormone imbalances and disorders, how to recognise the signs in patients, and how to treat them effectively. more »
September 2013, Paperback: £29.99/ $49.95Keywords: counselling, depression, drugs, health care, infertility, mental health, mental illness, nursing, nutrition, obesity, psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy, sexuality, trauma
A guide to overcoming panic attacks through lifestyle change and mind-body relaxation, this book promotes breathing techniques as the foundation to controlling anxiety. Including step-by-step exercises and motivational scripts, it is an invaluable resource for mental health professionals that helps provide additional support to clients. more »
2012, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95Keywords: anxiety, autism, cognitive behavioural therapy, complementary therapies, counselling, diet, functional medicine, health care, mental health, movement, nutrition, occupational therapy, psychology, psychotherapy, special education, trauma, yoga
Applying his deep understanding of holistic medical traditions from both East and West, Philip Weeks guides the reader through the process of restoring the body's wellbeing using a simple combination of natural techniques, diet and herbal medicines. He explores the five key interconnected areas through which wellbeing can be attained. more »
2012, Paperback: £9.99/ $16.95Keywords: ADHD, anxiety, ayurveda, Chinese herbs, Chinese medicine, complementary medicine, diet, functional nutrition, health care, herbal treatment, integrative medicine, migraine, nutrition
Painful Bladder Syndrome is a common and highly debilitating condition that Western medicine finds difficult to treat. Blending holistic medical traditions from both East and West, this book guides the reader through the process of managing their symptoms using a simple yet powerful combination of natural techniques, nutrition and herbal medicine. more »
2012, Paperback: £13.99/ $22.95Keywords: acupuncture, complementary medicine, diet, naturopathy, nutrition
Informative, practical and uplifting, this is a book for anyone with Parkinson's and for those who care for and support them. It contains answers to almost any question you might ask about Parkinson's, from symptoms and diagnosis to the latest treatments and therapies, as well as the most recent medical research into stem cells and gene therapy. more »
May 2013, Paperback: £9.99Keywords: adults, alternative therapies, carers, complementary therapies, disability, health care, nursing, nutrition, older people, Parkinson's disease
This book contains a wealth of easy-to-understand tests and advice that people affected by hair loss can put into practice straightaway. It covers a full range of natural approaches, from nutrition and hypnotherapy, to detoxification and bodywork exercises and includes a self-hypnosis CD. more »
2013, Paperback: £14.07 + VAT = £14.98/ $24.95Keywords: alternative therapies, anxiety, complementary therapies, depression, diet, drugs, dyslexia, energy work, health care, homeopathy, hypnotherapy, massage, nutrition
This book is a step-by-step guide to Peter Smith's unique, 100% natural insomnia cure, which combines drug-free psychological and physiological treatments. Information on the causes of insomnia and how sleep 'works' is combined with practical advice for practising good sleep behaviours to change the mind's learned associations with sleep. more »
October 2013, Paperback: £13.99/ $22.95Keywords: anxiety, cognitive behavioural therapy, complementary therapies, counselling, depression, diet, drugs, health care, mental health, nutrition, psychology, sleep
This is a fully-illustrated guide to stretching and massage techniques to relax the facial, neck and shoulder muscles. The exercises address health issues such as teeth clenching and grinding, pain in the face, jaw, head or neck, and can improve the effects of Bell's Palsy. They also help reduce facial lines and leave the skin healthy and glowing. more »
June 2013, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95Keywords: alternative therapies, bodywork, complementary therapies, health care, massage, migraine, movement, nutrition, occupational therapy, older people, pain management
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