Encyclopedia of Natural Healing: The Definitive Home Reference Guide to Treatments for the Mind and Body [Hardcover]

Anne Woodham (Author), David Peters (Editor)

Book Description

Series: DK Natural Health | Publication Date: December 1, 2000

Not every type of alternative healing technique is going to be right for every person. This volume can help people discover the range of possibilities, and then consider what they may-or may not-be comfortable with. Comprehensive and authoritative, this essential illustrated guide examines over 90 of the most popular and effective complementary therapies, from aromatherapy to visualization. Which Therapy? : The Encyclopedia of Natural Healing explores in detail each therapy, explaining clearly the principles behind each one, and including demonstrations by expert practitioners of what to expect in consultation and treatment sessions. Instruction on current self-help techniques enhances this information. A thoughtfully designed interactive questionnaire helps you choose the best treatment for you-one that meets your health needs and suites your lifestyle and personality. The Latest Research: An extensive visual index describes the best treatment options for over 200 complaints, from minor illnesses, such as the common cold, to emotional problems and serious conditions, such as heart disease. Its unique ratings system, based on the most recent scientific research, offers at-a-glance information on the effectiveness of each therapy. Practical, accessible, and highly informative, the Encyclopedia of Natural Healing is the ideal companion for anyone wanting to explore, understand, and benefit from the many alternative therapies that enjoy evergrowing popularity.

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About the Author

Dr. David Peters is Director of Complementary Therapies at Marylebone Health Center, London, where for over a decade he and his team have been working to integrate alternative therapies into mainstream medicine. He is also Clinical Director for the Center for Community Care and Primary Health at the University of Westminster, which offers a wide-ranging program of teaching and research into complementary therapies. He is a council member for the Prince of Wales' Foundation for Integrated Medicine. Readers are welcome to contact Dr. Peters with comments on this book at integrativehealthcare.co.uk

Anne Woodham is the Chair of the UK Guild of Health Writers, former Deputy Editor of Good Housekeeping, and regular contributor to major newspapers and magazines. She is the author of several books on health, including Get Up and Go! Self-help for Fatigue Sufferers, Beating Stress at Work, and The Health Education Authority's Guide to Complementary Medicine and Therapies.

Anne Woodham and Dr. David Peters are also joint authors of DK's Complete Guide to Integrative Medicine.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT; 2 edition (December 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789467844
• ISBN-13: 978-0789467843
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,154,548 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Everything you ever wanted to know and more, February 16, 2002

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This review is from: Encyclopedia of Natural Healing: The Definitive Home Reference Guide to Treatments for the Mind and Body (Hardcover)

I am a huge fan of DK reference books and this book did not disappoint - beautifully set out, utterly readable and throughly researched. I have taken this book out of the library again and again and finally decided that I just couldn't do without my own copy. How much do you know about rolfing, tragerwork or the Feldenkrais method? This book gives you an overview of all sorts of therapies and it's colourful pages inspire you to study them all - if only I had enough hours in the day!!