Inulin and oligofructose are naturally occurring resistant carbohydrates that have a variety of uses as functional food ingredients. In addition to their role as prebiotics that selectively stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, these inulin-type fructans act as dietary fiber in the digestive system and have applications as a sugar substitute and fat replacer.Written by one of the leading researchers in the field, Inulin-Type Fructans: Functional...

The causes for the devastating condition of arthritis have become one of modern medicine's greatest mysteries. Furthermore, a potential cure for arthritis has become just as elusive. As a result, modern medicine has focused on treating the symptoms rather than the disease. Here Dr. Adams uses a combination of modern research and traditional medicine to expose the evidence that unveils the root causes and solutions to both the symptoms and the diseases classified as arthritis.

Several years ago the author, cardiologist Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD was asked to assist Hal Huggins, DDS, with a number of Dr.  Huggins' dental patients. Each of the patients was quite ill and obviously suffering with one or more very serious medical conditions. Prior to sedating each patient Dr. Huggins asked Dr. Levy to administer a specific protocol of vitamin C.Dr. Levy had never performed or even heard of such a practice, but was greatly impressed as each patient left the dental...

The authoritative and comprehensive modern textbook on western herbal medicine - now in its second edition This long-awaited second edition of Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy covers all major aspects of herbal medicine from fundamental concepts, traditional use and scientific research through to safety, effective dosage and clinical applications. Written by herbal practitioners with active experience in clinical practice, education, manufacturing and research, the textbook is both ...

How well can you answer pet owners' questions about proper diet and feeding? Canine and Feline Nutrition, 3rd Edition describes the role of nutrition and its effects upon health and wellness and the dietary management of various disorders of dogs and cats. By using the book's cutting-edge research and clinical nutrition information, you'll be able to make recommendations of appropriate pet food and proper feeding guidelines. Pet nutrition experts Linda P. Case, MS, Leighann Daristotle, DVM...

Covering preventive, non-invasive, and natural treatments, Textbook of Natural Medicine, 4th Edition offers more than just alternative medicine. It promotes an integrated practice that can utilize natural medicine, traditional Western medicine, or a combination of both in a comprehensive, scientific treatment plan. Based on a combination of philosophy and clinical studies, Textbook of Natural Medicine helps you provide health care that identifies and contr...

With the bombarding of our bodies by thousands of environmental and consumer toxins every day, most of us have realized we need to incorporate cleansing and detoxification strategies in order to maintain health. In fact, numerous health disorders have now been attributed to synthetic and environmental toxins, including cancers, respiratory diseases, joint degeneration, digestive issues, skin issues, cognitive difficulties and so many other conditions. The question now is; how do we efficie...

This clinical guide and practical reference is ideal for those who use and combine liquid herbal remedies for the individual needs of the patient. With three introductory chapters, 125 monographs, and various glossaries and appendices, it covers the fundamental concepts of using liquid herbals, including how the remedies are made, quality issues, and dosage guidelines. The monographs include full prescribing information that covers actions, indications, contraindications, warnings and prec...

Springtime is now dreaded by more people every year, and increasingly, throughout the year. Scientists and doctors are mystified by this rapid growth of allergies among the developed world - growing at nearly epidemic levels. Why are so many people suffering from allergies and hay fever - medically called allergic rhinitis - and why is the condition expanding so quickly? Furthermore, what causes allergies, and more importantly, can we do anything to reverse them? Drawing from hundreds of clin...

The author is a chemist with a master’s degree in soil science and more than 50 years of studying potassium nutrition. He probably knows more about that subject than anyone in the world. Potassium is an essential mineral that is deficient in most people in modern society. It is a deficiency that can cause heart disease, is heavily involved in rheumatoid arthritis, gout, high blood pressure, and diabetes. This book will show you how to increase potassium in your diet, how to supplement it s...

Primal man benefited from a powerful cure-all that continually coursed through his blood vessels. This substance — made in the liver — protected him from an overwhelming list of health challenges that, until recently, were rare causes of death. Due to a genetic error of metabolism, the vast majority of us no longer produce this panacea, making us increasingly susceptible to cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, dementia, diabetes, and many other very costly, and often fatal maladies.

THE ULTIMATE SOURCEBOOK FOR UNDERSTANDING THE SKIN AND ITS APPEARANCE“A concise, well-written, and well-illustrated overview of the topic of cosmetic dermatology that will prove useful to all physicians who care for cosmetic patients.”—Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, reviewing the first editionCosmetic Dermatology offers complete coverage of the latest, most effective skin care agents and procedures. Spanning the entire spectrum of cos...