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Prescription for Natural Cures Paperback – January 1, 2004

by James Balch (Author), Mark Stengler (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 124 ratings
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The all-in-one natural health resource your family can trust

Dr. James Balch coauthored Prescription for Nutritional Healing, which became the first major popular guide to the healing power of foods and nutritional supplements, selling more than 8 million copies in all its editions. Now, Dr. Balch and Dr. Mark Stengler present a new natural health resource that you can't afford to be without--a comprehensive reference of natural remedies for common ailments, including:
* acne
* allergies
* arthritis
* asthma
* back pain
* cancer
* depression
* fibromyalgia
* heart disease
* hypothyroidism
* influenza
* irritable bowel syndrome
* menopause
* osteoporosis
* stroke
* Syndrome X
* varicose veins, and more--almost 200 health problems and conditions in all.


Prescription for Natural Cures provides a complete natural Rx for each condition, giving you a proven, natural, customized prescription that may include supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy, Chinese medicine, hydrotherapy, bodywork, natural hormones, and other natural cures in addition to nutritional advice. Organized by problem from A to Z, this invaluable guide features:
* The unique Super Seven Prescriptions for each condition, which provide specific and practical remedies to help heal your problem. You have never seen natural health advice as helpful, targeted, and accessible as this
* Clear, authoritative guidance on dietary changes, healing foods, nutritional supplements, and recommended tests
* Easy-to-understand discussions of the symptoms and root causes of each health problem
* Down-to-earth descriptions of each natural remedy
* A resource guide to holistic practitioners


This breakthrough book is indispensable if you want to get better--naturally
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Balch, who coauthored the bestselling Prescription for Nutritional Healing, and Stengler, a naturopathic doctor, present this hefty reference book with detailed entries for about 200 ailments, from "abscess" to "warts." Each entry offers a definition of the condition and an explanation of associated symptoms, causes and testing techniques. The authors provide treatment options for each problem, including homeopathy, hydrotherapy and "Super Seven Prescriptions" (specific remedies mostly involving dietary supplements). Although some readers may wonder why almost as many pages are devoted to "dizziness" as "cancer," the entries do provide a helpful overview of common therapeutic approaches and include journal references, though it appears only some of the recommendations are supported by published studies. Balch and Stengler review basic alternative therapies, too, such as diet and nutrition, nutritional supplements and traditional Chinese medicine. While they acknowledge that some people will require both conventional and natural treatment, their tendency to equate "natural" with "nontoxic" seems overly simplistic. Many dietary supplements, for example, can be as potent as prescription drugs and cause side effects or interact with other medications. Still, readers navigating the sprawling world of alternative medicine will find this comprehensive resource to be a helpful starting place.
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The all-in-one natural health resource your family can trust

Dr. James Balch coauthored Prescription for Nutritional Healing, which became the first major popular guide to the healing power of foods and nutritional supplements, selling more than 8 million copies in all its editions. Now, Dr. Balch and Dr. Mark Stengler present a new natural health resource that you can't afford to be without?a comprehensive reference of natural remedies for common ailments, including:

  • acne
  • allergies
  • arthritis
  • asthma
  • back pain
  • cancer
  • depression
  • fibromyalgia
  • heart disease
  • hypothyroidism
  • influenza
  • irritable bowel syndrome
  • menopause
  • osteoporosis
  • stroke
  • Syndrome X
  • varicose veins, and more?almost 200 health problems and conditions in all.

Prescription for Natural Cures provides a complete natural Rx for each condition, giving you a proven, natural, customized prescription that may include supplements, herbal medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy, Chinese medicine, hydrotherapy, bodywork, natural hormones, and other natural cures in addition to nutritional advice. Organized by problem from A to Z, this invaluable guide features:

  • The unique Super Seven Prescriptions for each condition, which provide specific and practical remedies to help heal your problem. You have never seen natural health advice as helpful, targeted, and accessible as this
  • Clear, authoritative guidance on dietary changes, healing foods, nutritional supplements, and recommended tests
  • Easy-to-understand discussions of the symptoms and root causes of each health problem
  • Down-to-earth descriptions of each natural remedy
  • A resource guide to holistic practitioners

This breakthrough book is indispensable if you want to get better?naturally

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ John Wiley & Sons Inc; First Edition (January 1, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 724 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0471490881
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0471490883
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.75 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 2 x 11 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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    James F. Balch, M.D., the coauthor of Prescription for Natural Cures and the first two editions of the landmark Prescription for Nutritional Healing, is one of the bestselling health book authors of all time. He has made numerous appearances on television and radio and lectures regularly around North America.

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    Dr. Mark Stengler is acclaimed for combining the best of alternative and conventional medicine at his clinic in Encinitas, California.

    Mark Stengler, NMD, is a licensed naturopathic medical doctor and author. Dr. Stengler is board certified in Integrative Medicine and certified in Intravenous Nutrient Therapy.

    He served on a medical advisory committee for the Yale University Complementary Medicine Outcomes Research Project. He is the author of thirty books,including several best sellers including "The Natural Physician's Healing Therapies", "Prescription for Natural Cures", and "Prescription for Drug Alternatives."

    Dr. Stengler is also the author of one of nation's most highly read subscription newsletters Health Revelations.

    His most recent book coauthored with Dr. Paul Anderson is Outside the Box Cancer Therapies:Alternative Therapies That Treat and Prevent Cancer (Hay House, April 2018)

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Customers find the book provides good information on diet and nutrition. They find it helpful and useful for finding natural cures that work. Readers say it's a great reference book with plenty of information for the price. The book provides alternative remedies for many common illnesses.

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Customers find the book provides good information on diet and nutrition. They find it comprehensive, informative, and interesting. The book covers various health conditions and alternative treatments. Readers appreciate the detailed remedy collection and natural approach to healing. Overall, they describe it as a great reference and addition to their holistic collection.

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"...the symptom, root cause of diseases, method of testing, diet and treatment. You should read this book before going to see a doctor...." Read more

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Customers find the book helpful and useful for finding answers. They mention it provides useful information on natural remedies and alternative healing.

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Customers find the book provides a variety of remedies and alternatives for common illnesses. They appreciate the diet recommendations and dosage amounts provided.

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So far looks like a good reference book. The layout is amazing! It covers root causes, an overview of whatever issue symptoms, diet recommendations, and remedies, etc. BUT she’s definitely not a new book and has seen better days….. some pages are bent along with both covers and the spine is beat up as well. Front cover is separating/coming apart.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Its a Must Have!
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    I use this all the time, they now have a later version. It has helped when I did not want to take prescriptions with horrible side effects. I have taken care of problems with natural herbs plus it also gives you an overview a scenario on different diseases and how they attack the immune system. I have had this version for about 14 years bought when my mother was diagnosed with dementia.
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    This book is very comprehensive. The reader is given information regarding several health conditions and a wide range of alternative treatment options that they themselves can implement to improve their quality of life. Furthermore, there is supporting research for several of the treatments suggested and the possible risk factors. There is also detailed nutritional information and a look at the whole person in relation to achieving good health. In addition the format and layout is reader friendly. Its an excellent book.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTELY WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!
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    This is a book you will use. this is a book you will want your doctor to read, preferably own. It will take the person who is not familiar w/ many alternative care methods and supplements and "baby step" you you through them w/out dumbing anything down or being tedious.

    it is a wealth of good , easily referenced information

    for those who are already well versed in alternative medicine..many chiropractor friends have this to refer to in order to best serve

    their patients... it is top notch and once again EASY to read and understand.

    I use it regularly and would not part w/ it !!!
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    This is a very well-researched book on health and natural healing. This book addresses the symptom, root cause of diseases, method of testing, diet and treatment. You should read this book before going to see a doctor. It could save you a trip to the doctor's office and help you to help yourself quickly and economically. A must have for everybody who wants good health.
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    This is a very informative book. It is very detailed and specific as to what to use for what. I would recommend it to people who want alternatives.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Natural Cures that work!
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    I have bought many copies of this book to give to friends and family. It covers everything from A to Z. I looked up Arthritis and Back Pain and I do not suffer from any of those ailments. Great book that covers the root causes and then gives a natural approach through food and supplements. Each topic (ailment) has an RX section with sumpplements for the cure. IT WORKS!!!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Prescription for Natural Cures by James F. Balch, MD
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    I am a long-time admirer of Dr. Balch who relies on natural therapies and preventative remedies to avoid surgery or to stop using pharmaceutical medications, adding conventional treatment if needed depending on the severity and the response of the patient. This latest reference book (724 pages) is also presented in an easy-to-understand, knowledgeable, informative way revealing many alternative means to resolve the various human conditions which if followed result in a real blessing. A great book for an informed approach to healthful living.
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