The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine

2157 Pages·2012·12.28 MB·English

by  Michael T. Murray

From the bestselling authors of THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HEALING
FOODS, the most comprehensive and practical guide available to the
extraordinary healing powers of natural medicine
From two world-renowned naturopathic doctors comes the authoritative third
edition of the classic reference work, revised and expanded to include the latest
cutting-edge natural therapies for the most common ailments. Michael Murray and
Joseph Pizzorno focus on promoting health and treating disease with nontoxic,
natural therapies, and this groundbreaking book—the leader in its field—shows you
how to improve your health through a positive mental attitude, a healthy lifestyle, a
health-promoting diet, and supplements, with plenty of practical tips.
With natural approaches for treating more than 80 common ailments, The
Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine will give you:
• Ways to prevent disease through enhancing key body systems
• The major causes and symptoms of each condition
• The therapeutic considerations you need to be aware of
• Detailed treatment summaries that include the most effective nutritional
supplements and botanical medicines
• And much more
This text is a perfect introduction to the world of natural medicine, providing
clear guidance in the use of the best natural remedies for all kinds of illnesses, big
and small.
Author of more than thirty books, DR. MICHAEL T. MURRAY is regarded
as one of the world’s top authorities on natural medicine. An educator, lecturer,
researcher, and health food industry consultant, Murray also serves as the director of
product development and education at Natural Factors, a major producer of dietary
supplements.
DR. JOSEPH PIZZORNO is a leader in the field of natural medicine and
cofounder of Bastyr University, the first ever accredited, multidisciplinary university
of natural medicine in the United States (and the English-speaking world). He is an
international lecturer and ongoing contributor to magazines such as Natural Health,
Better Nutrition, and Let’s Live.
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF
Natural Medicine
THIRD EDITION
Selected titles also by Michael T. Murray
What the Drug Companies Won’t Tell You and Your Doctor Doesn’t Know
Hunger Free Forever
The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods
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The ideas, procedures, and suggestions in this book are not intended as a substitute for the medical
advice of your trained health professional. All matters regarding your health require medical supervision.
Consult your physician before adopting the suggestions in this book, as well as about any condition that
may require diagnosis or medical attention. The authors and publisher disclaim any liability arising
directly or indirectly from the use of this book.
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To the beauty, truth, and wisdom of naturopathic medicine
This book is dedicated to naturopathic medicine and to those physicians and
healers who have bestowed the virtues of the “healing power of nature”
throughout history, and to those who will do so in the future.