New Choices in Natural Healing for Women

by Loecher, Barbara; O'Donnell, Sara Altshul; Faelten, Sharon; Fugh-Berman, Adriane; Prevention Magazine Health Books

• ISBN13: 9780875963877
• ISBN10: 0875963870
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1997-06-01
• Publisher: Rodale Pr

Summary

The predecessor of this book, New Choices in Natural Healing, sold three-quarters of a million copies. The same editors now introduce a book that combines the latest information on alternative healing with sound advice that is tailor-made for the specific health needs of women. Written in consultation with Adriane Gugh-Berman, M.D., formerly of The Office of Alternative Medicine at the National Institute of Health (U.S.), and containing nearly twice the amount of information in the original, New Choices in Natural Healing for Women is an easy-to-use reference book devoted to the benefits of acupuncture, aromatherapy, healing herbs, yoga, massage, and dozens of other drug-free mind-body approaches. Other special features include: sample menus for the eight most effective healing diets, a list of the top 10 healing herbs for women, and resources and guidelines for locating and evaluating qualified practitioners. Practical and sensitive to the health needs of today's woman, New Choices in Natural Healing for Women both meets and exceeds the appeal of its predecessor.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	xv
Introduction	xvi
PART 1 NATURAL HEALING AND YOU
What Natural Healing Offers Women
Made-to-Order Options for Total Health	3	(8)
PART 2 THE BEST NATURAL-HEALING THERAPIES
Acupressure
Health and Vitality, at Your Fingertips	11	(21)
Acupuncture
New Evidence for an Ancient Therapy	32	(8)
Alexander Technique
Finding the Perfect Posture	40	(10)
Aromatherapy
Healing with Nature's Scents	50	(6)
Art Therapy
Let the Pictures Do the Talking	56	(5)
Biofeedback
Listen to Your Body	61	(6)
Breath Work
Deep Breathing for Better Health	67	(5)
Chiropractic
Getting It All into Alignment	72	(7)
Cognitive Therapy
Healing with Positive Self-Talk	79	(6)
Exercise
Prescriptions for Tranquillity, Flexibility and Energy	85	(24)
Feldenkrais Method
Master the Art of Awareness	109	(11)
Food Therapy
Healing Feasts and Other Dietary Tactics	120	(46)
Fasting Freedom from Digestion	122	(4)
The Raw Foods Diet No Cooking Skills Needed	126	(6)
The Ornish Program Good for You and for Your Heart	132	(5)
The Pritikin Plan Multiple Benefits	137	(6)
Traditional Chinese Medicine Diet Used by Millions	143	(5)
Macrobiotics The Japanese Prescription	148	(6)
The Asian Food Pyramid A Smart Option for Women	154	(5)
The Mediterranean Diet Cardio-Healthy Cuisine	159	(7)
Hellerwork
Smoothing Out the Rough Spots	166	(6)
Herbal Medicine
A Woman's Garden of Natural Healing	172	(12)
Black Cohosh Nature's Hormone?	175	(1)
Calendula Nature's Band-Aid	176	(1)
Chamomile Tension and Tummyache Tamer	176	(1)
Dandelion The Good-for-You Weed	177	(1)
Evening Primrose Oil Hot-Flash Cooler	177	(1)
Feverfew Migraine Mediator	177	(1)
Garlic Nature's Infection Fighter	178	(1)
Ginger The Tummy-Settler	179	(1)
Hawthorn A Tonic for the Heart	179	(1)
Purple Coneflower Cold and Flu Foe	180	(4)
Homeopathy
Like Cures Like, and Less Is More	184	(14)
Hydrotherapy
Water: The All-Natural, All-Purpose Healer	198	(6)
Imagery and Visualization
Using Your Mind's Eye to Heal	204	(6)
Light Therapy
A Safe, Simple Way to Lift Your Moods	210	(4)
Message and Bodywork
The Power of Healing Hands	214	(19)
Meditation
A Menu of Calming Rituals	233	(8)
Mindfulness Being Present Brings Peace	237	(1)
Journey Meditation Take a Peaceful Mind Trip	238	(1)
Vibrational Meditation Making a Joyful Noise	239	(1)
Movement Meditation Walk, Dance and Shake Off Tension	240	(1)
Music Therapy
Orchestrating Good Health	241	(5)
Naturopathy
Mix-and-Match Healing	246	(7)
Osteopathy
Manipulation Is Good Medicine	253	(6)
Reflexology
Relaxation for Body and Mind	259	(7)
Therapeutic Touch
Smooth Out Your Energy Field	266	(7)
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Still Valid after 2,500 Years	273	(13)
Vegetarian Diets
No Meat, Plenty of Benefits	286	(9)
Vision Training
``Eye-Robics'' for Tired Eyes	295	(5)
Vitamin and Mineral Therapy
Nutritional Weapons against Disease	300	(9)
Yoga
Fitness with a Twist	309	(24)
PART 3 PUT NATURAL HEALING TO WORK FOR YOU
Allergies
Make Peace with Hay Fever and Food Sensitivities	333	(7)
Bone, Joint and Muscle Problems
Help for What Hurts	340	(19)
Arthritis Relief for Joint Pain	341	(3)
Back Pain Flex Away the Pain	344	(2)
Bursitis and Tendinitis Soothe Pinches and Twinges	346	(2)
Fibromyalgia New Hope for Mystery Aches	348	(1)
Knee Pain Hobble No More	349	(2)
Muscle Cramps Unkink Those Knots	351	(1)
Muscle Soreness Bypass the Pain	352	(1)
Osteoporosis Prevention Is Preferred	352	(2)
Repetitive Strain Injury Heal the Hurt	354	(2)
Sciatica Step Up to Relief	356	(1)
Temporomandibular Disorder Make Shooting Pain Disappear	357	(2)
Breast Problems
Soothing Tactics for Pain, Tenderness and Worry	359	(8)
Diabetes
New Choices for Balancing Blood Sugar	367	(9)
Digestive Ailments
Cures for Irregularity, Upset Stomachs and Other Ills	376	(12)
Constipation Easing Elimination Naturally	377	(1)
Diarrhea Too Much Get Up and Go	378	(1)
Gallbladder Problems No Stones, No Pain	379	(1)
Hemorrhoids Shrink the Nasties	380	(1)
Indigestion and Heartburn Put Out the Fire	381	(3)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome All Quiet below the Belt	384	(2)
Nausea and Vomiting Fight the Urge to Purge	386	(2)
Emotional Problems
Coping with Stress and Negative Emotions	388	(17)
Anxiety, Panic and Phobias Unfrazzle Your Nerves	389	(6)
Depression Year-Round Help for the Blues	395	(4)
Mood Swings Even Out the Highs and Lows	399	(1)
Stress Antidotes for What Life Dishes Out	399	(6)
Headaches
Stop the Pain That Drains Your Brain	405	(6)
Heart Disease
Control Tactics for Angina, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol	411	(10)
Infections
Ward Off Pesky Invasions	421	(7)
Ear Infections Get Rid of the Ache	421	(2)
Pinkeye Relief for a Cold in Your Eyes	423	(1)
Sore Throat Reach for Herbal Soothers	424	(4)
Menopause
Natural Solutions for Hot Flashes---And More	428	(11)
Menstrual and Premenstrual Problems
Real Relief for Real Discomfort	439	(11)
PMS Help for the Screaming Meanies	439	(3)
Cramps K.O. Periodic Pain	442	(5)
Heavy Bleeding Vitamins That Help	447	(3)
Overweight
New Ways to Get Rid of the Unwanted Pounds	450	(10)
Pelvic Problems
Nature's Solutions for Pesky Pain and Devilish Discomforts	460	(13)
Cervical Changes Keep Trouble in Check	461	(1)
Endometriosis and Uterine Fibroids Vitamins and Imagery Help	462	(2)
Infertility Think Yourself Pregnant	464	(4)
Vaginal Dryness Easing Painful Intercourse	468	(1)
Vaginal Itching A Sign of Infection	468	(5)
Pregnancy Problems
Comfort Strategies for Moms-to-Be	473	(13)
Morning Sickness Bane of Those Early Months	480	(2)
Prenatal Aches and Pains Pamper Your Body	482	(1)
Breast Changes Preparing for Baby	483	(1)
Sleeping Problems When You Just Can't Get Comfy	483	(3)
Raynaud's Syndrome
Natural Ways to Warm Up	486	(4)
Respiratory Problems
Wheeze Whackers and Decongestants for Breathing Woes	490	(12)
Asthma An Arsenal of Natural Weapons	490	(3)
Colds The Route to Fast Relief	493	(3)
Congestion Breathe Easy Right Now	496	(1)
Coughs Soothing Relief	497	(1)
Emphysema Better Breathing with Yoga	498	(2)
Flu Fight Back with Herbs	500	(1)
Sinus Problems Relief for Clogging	500	(2)
Skin Problems
On-the-Spot Remedies for Minor Vexations	502	(12)
Acne Cures from Nature	502	(2)
Burns, Bruises, Cuts and Scrapes Natural First-Aid	504	(1)
Dandruff An Herbal End to a Flaky Scalp	505	(1)
Eczema Soothe the Itch, Heal the Rash	506	(1)
Hives Cool the Itching and Swelling	507	(1)
Insect Bites Battle Nature with Nature	508	(1)
Poison Ivy Fighting the Plant Warriors	509	(1)
Psoriasis Get Back in Control	510	(1)
Puffy Eyes Get Rid of the Bags	511	(1)
Shingles Natural Relief for a Serious Pain	512	(2)
Urinary Tract Problems
What Works for Bladder Trouble	514	(9)
Incontinence No More Accidents	515	(2)
Interstitial Cystitis Get Back in Control	517	(2)
Urinary Tract Infection Fight Future Attacks	519	(4)
Varicose Veins and Spider Veins
Feel-Good Therapies for Pain and Splotches	523	(6)
Whole-Body Conditions
Top Techniques for Head-to-Toe Complaints	529	(20)
Aches Easy Steps to Relief	531	(2)
Alcohol Overuse No More Hangovers---Ever	533	(4)
Chronic Pain Tame the Endless Hurt	537	(3)
Fatigue and Chronic Fatigue Beat the Blahs	540	(4)
Insomnia Safe Solutions	544	(2)
Lupus Big Help from a Little Seed	546	(1)
Water Retention Deflate Bloatedness	547	(2)
Sources and Credits	549	(1)
Index	550