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Health Food Junkies

Orthorexia Nervosa: Overcoming the Obsession with Healthful Eating

By: Steven Bratman, M.D.,David Knight

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Health Food Junkies

Orthorexia Nervosa: Overcoming the Obsession with Healthful Eating

By: Steven Bratman, M.D.,David Knight

The first book to identify the eating disorder orthorexia nervosa–an obsession with eating healthfully–and offer expert advice on how to treat it. As Americans become better informed about health, more and more people have turned to diet as a way to lose weight and keep themselves in peak condition. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa–disorders in which the sufferer focuses on the quantity of food eaten–have been highly documented over the past decade. But as Dr. Steven Bratman asserts in this breakthrough book, for many people, eating “correctly” has become an equally harmful obsession, one that causes them to adopt progressively more rigid diets that not only eliminate crucial nutrients and food groups, but ultimately cost them their overall health, personal relationships, and emotional well-being. Health Food Junkies is the first book to identify this new eating disorder, orthorexia nervosa, and to offer detailed, practical advice on how to cope with and overcome it. Orthorexia nervosa occurs when the victim becomes obsessed, not with the quantity of food eaten, but the quality of the food. What starts as a devotion to healthy eating can evolve into a pattern of incredibly strict diets; victims become so focused on eating a “pure” diet (usually raw vegetables and grains) that the planning and preparation of food come to play the dominant role in their lives. Health Food Junkies provides an expert analysis of some of today’s most popular diets–from The Zone to macrobiotics, raw-foodism to food allergy elimination–and shows not only how they can lead to orthorexia, but how they are often built on faulty logic rather than sound medical advice. Offering expert insight gleaned from his work with orthorexia patients, Dr. Bratman outlines the symptoms of orthorexia, describes its progression, and shows readers how to diagnose the condition. Finally, Dr. Bratman offers practical suggestions for intervention and treatment, giving readers the tools they need to conquer this painful disorder, rediscover the joys of eating, and reclaim their lives.

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Health Food Junkies

Orthorexia Nervosa: Overcoming the Obsession with Healthful Eating

By: Steven Bratman, M.D.,David Knight

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Natural Treatments to Improve Memory

By: Steven Dentali

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Natural Treatments to Improve Memory

By: Steven Dentali

Did you know that there are natural treatments for failing mental function? Scientific evidence suggests that ginkgo can protect memory and mental function in people with severe memory impairment. It also may help those with normal age-related memory loss. Inside you'll learn: How ginkgo may improve your memory and mental function How ginkgo may help those with Alzheimer's disease Which other natural treatments may help with memory and mental function And much more! It's all here in simple, straightforward language. You'll find yourself turning to this helpful, trusted companion again and again. Keep up to date with The Natural PharmacistTM at /www.tnp.com

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Prima Lifestyles

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0761524657

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Beat Depression with St. John's Wort

By: Steven Bratman

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Beat Depression with St. John's Wort

By: Steven Bratman

Looking for a safe, reliable treatment for depression? Then you should know about St. John's wort. This amazing herb is comparable to Prozac and other prescription drugs in treating mild to moderate depression--without the drugs' drastic side effects. In this easily readable yet solidly researched book, Steven Bratman, M.D., describes the experiences of his own patients and the results of clinical studies worldwide. He explains: - What St. John's wort is and how it helps fight depression - Its record of success without dangerous side effects - How to determine if it may be effective for you - Where to buy it and what to look for on the label This is the one book you need on nature's strongest weapon in the fight against depression. About the Author Steven Bratman, M.D., is a licensed, practicing medical doctor with extensive additional training in natural therapies. The author of "The Alternative Medicine Source Book, he is a pragmatic advocate of the best in both conventional and alternative approaches to health and healing.

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Prima Lifestyles

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0761512977

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9780761512974

Your Complete Guide to Herbs

By: Steven Bratman

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Your Complete Guide to Herbs

By: Steven Bratman

Discover What Herbs Can Do for You Did you know that scientific evidence suggests that herbs may be effective treatments for several of today's most common ailments? It's true. Millions are discovering the powers of natural remedies. With this book, so can you. Inside you'll learn which herbs may help improve mental function, shorten the length of colds, lower cholesterol, reduce anxiety, fight insomnia, and much more! Includes an A–Z guide to herbs, including: ·Bilberry ·Echinacea ·Evening Primrose ·Feverfew ·Ginkgo biloba ·Horse Chestnut ·Kava ·Milk Thistle ·St. John's Wort ·Uva Ursi ·Valerian ·And much more It's all here in simple, straightforward language. You'll find yourself turning to this helpful, trusted companion again and again.

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0761516719

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Everything You Need to Know about St. John's Wort and Depression

By: Steven Bratman

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Everything You Need to Know about St. John's Wort and Depression

By: Steven Bratman

Part of the Natural Pharmacist series, "St. John's Wort and Depression" is researched based and well-balanced, with negative as well as positive research cited. Covering conventional treatments as well as alternative approaches, this book is an excellent resource for a patient to share with a doctor who may not be familiar with the research on natural approaches.

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0761515534

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Everything You Need to Know about Ginkgo and Memory

By: Steven Dentali

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Everything You Need to Know about Ginkgo and Memory

By: Steven Dentali

Discover Nature's Treatment for Memory Loss Did you know that there are natural treatments for failing mental function? Scientific evidence suggests that ginkgo can protect memory and mental function in people with severe memory impairment; it also may help those with normal age-related memory loss. Inside you'll learn how ginkgo may improve your memory and mental function, how ginkgo may help those with Alzheimer's disease, which other natural treatments may help with memory and mental function, and much more! Includes up-to-date information on memory and: -Ginkgo -Phosphatidylserine -L-acetylcarnitine -Huperzine A -Vinpocetine -Ginseng -And conventional medical treatments It's all here in simple, straightforward language. You'll find yourself turning to this helpful, trusted companion again and again.

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0761515526

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Your Complete Guide to Herbs

By: Steven Bratman

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Your Complete Guide to Illnesses and Their Natural Remedies

By: Steven Bratman

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Your Complete Guide to Illnesses and Their Natural Remedies

By: Steven Bratman

Discover Nature's Treatment for Illnesses Did you know that scientific evidence suggests that many illnesses may be effectively treated naturally? It's true. Millions are discovering the power of natural remedies. With this book, so can you. Inside you'll learn how to make colds shorter and milder, prevent and treat osteoporosis, reduce the discomfort of varicose veins, ease the pain of migraines, treat mild to moderate depression, and much more! Includes an A–Z remedy guide by illness, including: ·Colds and Flus ·Migraine Headaches ·Arthritis ·Menopause ·Depression ·Varicose Veins ·Atherosclerosis ·PMS ·Osteoporosis ·High Cholesterol ·Alzheimer's Disease ·And much more It's all here in simple, straightforward language. You'll find yourself turning to this helpful, trusted companion again and again.

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076151791X

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9780761517917

Clinical Evaluation of Medicinal Herbs and Other Therapeutic Natural Products

By: Steven Bratman,David Kroll,Lucinda G. Miller,Stephen Gillespie,Victoria Nunamaker

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Clinical Evaluation of Medicinal Herbs and Other Therapeutic Natural Products

By: Steven Bratman,David Kroll,Lucinda G. Miller,Stephen Gillespie,Victoria Nunamaker

More than ever, consumers have questions about herbs and supplements, especially with the explosion of advocacy literature containing misleading or unsubstantiated medical claims. In a recent survey, researchers were surprised that while a large percentage of North American consumers use medicinal herbs regularly (and even more use vitamins and minerals), few feel they are knowledgeable on the subject. Health care professionals throughout the country are finding a growing need for scientifically accurate reference material on the clinical uses of herbs and potential herb-drug interactions, which until now has not been readily available. Introducing Prima Health's "Clinical Evaluation of Medicinal Herbs and Other Therapeutic Natural Products Finally, a reference source that helps you answer customer questions and help sort through their confusion. Written by Steven Bratman, M.D., whose breadth of knowledge, precise approach, and expertise in integrated medicine is nationally known, and David Kroll, Ph.D., a widely published consultant to pharmacists and physicians, this unique reference meets the daily demands of health care professionals in every setting. Straightforward, unbiased, credible information This scientifically rigorous guide provides proven, responsible, and detailed information on herbs and food supplements. This information can be used to provide your customers and other health care professionals with proper recommendations on how and when to safely and effectively use these substances. For each herb and supplement in the guide you?ll find: Overview History Pharmacology Indications Research & Evidence Mechanisms ofAction Dosage Risks & Side Effects Drug Interactions Self-treatment Cautions Each product analysis includes double-blind evidence, principle and secondary uses, and extensive references for further research. About the Authors Steven Bratman, M.D., medical director of Prima Health, and a proponent of alternative medicine. A graduate of the University of California at Davis Medical School, he is also trained in herbology, nutrition, Chinese medicine, and other alternative therapies, and has worked closely with a wide variety of alternative practitioners. He serves as an expert consultant to state medical boards evaluating disciplinary cases involving alternative medicine. He is the author of numerous books, including "The Alternative Medicine Ratings Guide (Prima, 1998) and "The Alternative Medicine Sourcebook (Lowell House, 1997). David Kroll, Ph.D., is a professor of pharmacology and toxicology at the University of Colorado School of Pharmacy and board member of the Herb Research Foundation. A graduate of both the University of Florida and the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, Dr. Kroll has lectured widely and has published articles in a number of medical journals, abstracts, and newsletters.

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0761517057

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9780761517054

Spontaneous Order and the Origin of Life

By: Steven Bratman

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Spontaneous Order and the Origin of Life

By: Steven Bratman

This is a serious, excellent piece of science writing ... Bratman's prose captures the core idea and gives a faithful rendering for a non-specialist audience" - Eric Smith, PhD. Coauthor of The Origin and Nature of Life: The Emergence of the Fourth Geosphere. Metabolism-First is a theory that claims life arose out of energy-driven organic chemistry in ancient hydrothermal vents. From this perspective, life is not a lucky accident but a logical consequence of early Earth conditions. Like many other processes driven by a flow of energy, the origin of life exemplifies the phenomena of spontaneous order. Metabolism-First views the biosphere as a feature of Earth as a whole, a companion to the hydrosphere, lithosphere and atmosphere. Just as ordinary phase transitions change the properties of a liquid or gas, the biosphere can be viewed as emerging through a series of phase transitions operating on chemical reaction networks. A key concept of the theory is autocatalysis, the property of some chemicals to amplify their own rate of formation. Autocatalysis plays the same role in "chemical evolution" as Darwinian selection does in the standard theory of evolution. Additional key concepts include phase transformations, modularity and dissipative adaptation. The text includes a glossary and an annotated bibliography.

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1667803158

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Health Food Junkies

Health Food Junkies

Health Food Junkies

Health Food Junkies

Natural Treatments to Improve Memory

Natural Treatments to Improve Memory

Beat Depression with St. John's Wort

Beat Depression with St. John's Wort

Your Complete Guide to Herbs

Your Complete Guide to Herbs

Everything You Need to Know about St. John's Wort and Depression

Everything You Need to Know about St. John's Wort and Depression

Everything You Need to Know about Ginkgo and Memory

Everything You Need to Know about Ginkgo and Memory

Your Complete Guide to Herbs

Your Complete Guide to Herbs

Your Complete Guide to Illnesses and Their Natural Remedies

Your Complete Guide to Illnesses and Their Natural Remedies

Clinical Evaluation of Medicinal Herbs and Other Therapeutic Natural Products

Clinical Evaluation of Medicinal Herbs and Other Therapeutic Natural Products

Spontaneous Order and the Origin of Life

Spontaneous Order and the Origin of Life

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