Asthma: Relax, You're Not Going to Die: Breathe More Easily with Safe and Effective Natural Therapies [Paperback]

Jonathan M. Berkowitz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2003 | ISBN-10: 1591200237 | ISBN-13: 978-1591200239 | Edition: 1

While drugs have proved lifesaving for many people, the long-term answer for asthma sufferers is learning how to embrace a healthy lifestyle. Dietary changes, exercise, environmental controls, supplements, and herbs can alleviate your asthma symptom safely and effectively, without the side effects of conventional drugs.

Jonathan M. Berkowitz, M.D., is an asthmatic as well as a physician. He went through his own frustrating experience with conventional drugs treatment for his asthma and was able to return to health by adopting the lifestyle changes he now shares with you. In Asthma: Relax-You're Not Going to Die, you'll learn:

* How eating fruits and vegetable can alleviate asthma symptoms.
* Why asthma sufferers should embrace exercise, not fear it.
* The ways your home environment may be making your asthma worse and how you can fix it.
* The important vitamins, minerals, and herbs for asthma relief.
* How emotional stress contributes to asthma and ways to eliminate it.

By adopting a healthier lifestyle, asthmatics can reduce, even eliminate, their dependence on steroids and othe drugs. Dr. Berkowitz's message is one of hope: You're not going to die of asthma-you can, in fact, live a long, healthy, and productive life.

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About the Author

A graduate of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jonathan M. Berkowitz, M.D., completed his residency at Mount Sinai and Montefiore Medical Centers in New York City. He is a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz writes extensively for both popular and academic publications and also has regular engagements on radio, television, and as a speaker.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Basic Health Publications; 1 edition (April 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591200237
• ISBN-13: 978-1591200239
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #106,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #17 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Disorders & Diseases > Respiratory

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best asthma books I have read, August 22, 2004

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Macadamia - See all my reviews

This review is from: Asthma: Relax, You're Not Going to Die: Breathe More Easily with Safe and Effective Natural Therapies (Paperback)

I have read every book I can find about asthma and, without a doubt, "Asthma-Relax, You're Not Going To Die", is my favorite. It presents a sensible, balanced view that encourages cooperation with your physician while also encouraging you to take responsibility for your health. No quackery or quick fixes in this book...just sensible, healthy advice that you can use for a lifetime.

Another plus is that the book does not present asthma as a death sentence. It really alleviated my fears about dying from asthma. The book showed how it is possible to live a long and healthy life with asthma under control.

A BIG thank you to the author.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific book for asthma sufferers!, June 17, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Asthma: Relax, You're Not Going to Die: Breathe More Easily with Safe and Effective Natural Therapies (Paperback)

Everyone with asthma should read this book. It contains practical information on how to alleviate your symptoms with diet, exercise, and cleaning up toxins in your environment. Herbs and other alternative therapies are covered as well. Sound advice on drug therapies is also included. It's information you can put to use immediately to get control of your asthma.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars don't relax, be cognizant of your problems, October 9, 2007

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Haseeb - See all my reviews

This review is from: Asthma: Relax, You're Not Going to Die: Breathe More Easily with Safe and Effective Natural Therapies (Paperback)

For years off and on, I've tried to ignore my asthma and denie that it was much of a problem until it came back full blown with a vengence. If you are thinking of getting this book, you doing the right thing. You are thinking about your illness instead of getting into a state of denial about it.

This book is full of useful advice and focuses on moving away from being dependent on medications. Keep in mind however that there is no magic bullet for getting rid of asthma without medication. Asthma is such a whimsical disease and can occur at any place at any time without warning. Do not try to just treat your asthma with herbs and vitamin supplements alone. As stated in this book, you must find a good doctor (preferably a lung or allergy specialist). You must be aware when you are being over or under medicated, so don't just be passive and ask your doctor why he/she is prescribing you the medication(s).

Read and study this book and follow the advice given... eat right, exercise, talk to your doctor and be mindful of your breathing problems. You may not be able to get yourself completely off of all medications by following the advice given. Asthma differs in severity from person to person. You can however minimize your dependency on medications and the harmful long term effects of this dreadful disease by following this book.