Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy

by Graedon, MS, Joe (Author); Graedon, Ph.D., Teresa (Author)

• ISBN13: 9780451225139
• ISBN10: 0451225139
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-12-02
• Publisher: NAL Trade

Summary

From the New York Timesbestselling 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.

Table of Contents

Important Note to Readers	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. xi
Preface	p. xiii
How to Use This Book	p. xv
Making Best Choices	p. 1
Generic Drug Quandary	p. 15
Best Choices	p. 37
Acne	p. 38
Allergies	p. 50
Arthritis	p. 65
Constipation	p. 102
Cough	p. 113
Dandruff	p. 121
Depression	p. 129
Diabetes	p. 143
Eczema	p. 166
Foot Odor	p. 179
Gas (Flatulence)	p. 187
Headaches and Migraines	p. 199
Heartburn	p. 217
Heart Disease and High Cholesterol	p. 237
High Blood Pressure	p. 278
Hyperhidrosis	p. 307
Hypothyroidism	p. 315
Insomnia	p. 326
Leg Cramps	p. 341
Menopause	p. 352
Nail Fungus	p. 371
Osteoporosis	p. 383
Tinnitus	p. 395
Weight Loss	p. 403
References	p. 412
The People's Pharmacy Favorite Picks	p. 447
Black Pepper for Bleeding	p. 448
Cinnamon for Blood Sugar and Cholesterol	p. 449
Conconut for Diarrhea	p. 450
Duct Tape for Warts	p. 451
Keys for Nosebleeds	p. 452
Listerine for Athlete's Foot, Dandruff, and Jock Itch	p. 454
Mustard for Burns, Heartburn, and Leg Cramps	p. 455
Olive Oil for Hemorrhoids	p. 456
Turmeric for Psoriasis	p. 457
Vicks VapoRub for Just About Everything	p. 459
Vinegar for Dandruff, Dry Skin, and Warts	p. 461
Yogurt for Hangnails	p. 465
References	p. 465
How I Lowered My LDL Cholesterol 44 Points in 5 Weeks Without Drugs	p. 467
Index	p. 472
About the Authors	p. 492
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