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The Asthma Handbook: A Definitive Guide to the Causes,Symptoms and all the Latest Treatments
Par Lewis , Jenny With The National Asthma Campaign. 1995
'Asthma has become something of a modern epidemic. Twenty years ago it affected one in ten people. Now, one if…
five children and nearly as many adults suffers from it. And despite better, more effective, drugs to combat the problem, the death rate is not going down. Around 2, 000 people die from the complaint each year. ' DAILY MAIL, TUESDAY APRIL 26, 1994. With no known cure for asthma, this comprehensive guide seeks to give practical help to all age groups in dealing with the growing problem, listing the many known triggers for the condition and giving advice on how to avoid them. And following the style established by her two previous titles, THE ASTHMA HANDBOOK contains case histories showing how individuals cope with asthma, as well as the various treatments available, both conventional and where sensible complementary. Packed with essential information such as what to do when faced with an asthma attack, THE ASTHMA HANDBOOK is THE guide for suffers, friends and relations and it may even save a life.Asthma And Beyond
Par Dr Paul Sherwood. 1995
After helping thousands of people with back and heart problems, Doctor Sherwood deals with more ailments - from the small…
but irritating symptoms of colds to the life-threatening diseases such as appendicitis. Having studied the human lymphatic system for most of his life Paul Sherwood has come to the conclusion that many of our afflictions are rooted in blockages and malfunctions of this vital but over-looked fluid network. Using case histories from his long experience as an eminent West-End physician he illustrates his theories with proven examples - explaining the causes of symptoms in simple terms and the means by which they were relieved. The book concentrates on preventative measures and especially in children where catarrh, ear and throat trouble can cause such misery. There is also an emphasis of this theory in the treatment of Asthma, the bane of modern urban life - with diet, exercise and environmental considerations all playing an important part in health recovery. His original theories on preventing cot-death, asthma, arthritis, sinusitis etc. have already cured his patients - this book will help many more suffers.As Chance Would Have It: A Study in Coincidences
Par H C Moolenburgh. 1998
Coincidences happen to everyone on a regular basis. Usually we shrug them off and forget them.However, when we start to…
catalogue coincidences we are in for a surprise. They begin to grow more frequent and, moreover, they tend to form a pattern as if conveying a secret message.The Aromatherapy Handbook: The Secret Healing Power Of Essential Oils
Par Daniele Ryman. 1984
In Aromatherapy Handbook Danièle Ryman describes how to blend oils for a glowing skin, adding lustre to hair and preventing…
aging. Simple to use and packed with hints and tips, her book provides a complete guide to the healing properties of aromatherapy and its use in curing skin disorders, poor circulation, cellulite, sinusitis and bronchial troubles.Aromatherapy For Women & Children: Pregnancy and Childbirth
Par Jane Dye. 1992
Aromatherapy For Women & Children is an invaluable aid for all women interested in the practise and theory of aromatherapy…
and how it can influence their everyday life and those of their families. It combines a comprehensive guide to the therapy with an easily accessible alphabetical section on understanding the oils, along with an A-Z directory covering all the common ailments.As Jane Dye explains, aromatherapy can have profound influence on the mental, emotional and physical levels and, if used with a degree of knowledge and respect, can effectively and delightfully treat all manner of complaints in a safe, non-toxic, non-habit forming way. She makes it assessible for everyone of all ages, especially beneficial during pregnancy and for children, when ideally, chemical drugs and their sometimes side effects should be avoided.Aromatherapy During Your Pregnancy
Par Frances R Clifford. 1997
This book charts the aromatic pathway from the pre-conceptual stage right through to delivery and ne-natal care. It is a…
must for any health-conscious couple contemplating starting a family and wishing to enhance their lifestyle with essential oils and other naturally energetic products.The author has been in practice as an aromatherapist since the early 1980's, having previously founded the Bodytreats Group with her husband. Together, they have spearheaded a new approach to the understanding of the innermost secrets of essential oils, thus affecting the rationales which govern their use in clinical practice. Most of her time is spent with patients in Harley Street, London, teaching worldwide, lecturing and writing. She specializes in the treatment of cellulite, stress-related illnesses and the care of parents-to-be and their families.Aromatherapy An A-Z: The most comprehensive guide to aromatherapy ever published
Par Patricia Davis. 2000
This is the most comprehensive encyclopaedia of aromatherapy available today, with over 400 entries covering more than 200 conditions, and…
82 essential oils. It explains the properties of essential oils and the health conditions that benefit from them. There is also advice on hazardous oils. There are recipes and formulae for baths, creams and tonics. All the entries are comprehensive, fluently written and provide an easy-to-understand introduction to a wide range of topics.'The simple fact that the a-z has sold over 300,000 copies worldwide since it was first published speaks for itself. It has earned and kept its place amongst the handful of indispensable reference books on aromatherapy ... this book has been justly subtitled 'the aromatherapist's Bible' - Aromatherapy Quarterly'... one of the most thoroughly researched books written on aromatherapy' - The International Journal of AromatherapyAnxiety & Depression: A Practical Guide to Recovery
Par R G Priest. 1983
Feelings of anxiety and depression confront us all from time to time, and can vary in their severity. Recognising the…
symptoms, understanding their causes and effects, and knowing what help is available can be very reassuring and help overcome the condition. Professor Robert Priest has written this book especially to provide help for those feeling anxious and depressed. In particular he covers the practical self-help methods to reduce stress and offers an explanation of the causes and effects of anxiety and depression. The book provides up to date information on the professional help available and details the action and side-effects of medications.Ann Summers Little Book of Kama Sutra
Par Ann Summers. 2008
Welcome to Ann Summers' fun and fresh version of the world's oldest sex guide! The Kama Sutra is the original…
sex manual, and this sexy update will tell you all the secrets you'll ever need to have the best time in bed (and out of it!).Features tips on:- Making sex last longer and prolonging the pleasure- Using foreplay and sex toys in your lovemaking- New and exciting sexual positions for you and your partner.And with sizzling colour photographs to inspire you, the Ann Summers Little Book of Kama Sutra will take your sex life to a new dimension - you'll be seeing stars!Am-Pm Callanetics
Par Callan Pinckney. 1993
Featuring two 20-minute daily workouts designed to strengthen and reshape the whole body, this programme aims to fit easily into…
the reader's daily schedule, providing an energizing start and a relaxing finish to each day. The gentle, no-impact routines work deeply on all the muscles.Increased health awareness means that more and more people are now looking for alternatives to the treatments offered by conventional…
medicine.In The Alternative Dictionary of Symptoms and Cures, Dr Caroline Shreeve describes and defines, in clear layman's terms, a wide range of disorders and their possible treaments, both orthodox and alternative. The way in which alternative therapists work and the philosophy underlying the therapies are clearly explained and the opportunities for combining alternative and conventional medicine are also examined, allowing the reader to make informed healthcare decisions.Easy to use with an A-Z of symptoms and conditions and cross-referenced sections on disorders and therapies, The Alternative Dictionary of Symptoms and Cures offers invaluable information and advice for when you or your family are ill.Alternative Ageing: How To Stay Looking and Feeling Younger For Longer
Par Suzi Grant. 2006
'Suzi Grant knows the secrets of youth' The TimesLOOK AND FEEL YOUR BEST IN 2020 WITH ALTERNATIVE AGEING - THE…
NATURAL WAY TO FEEL YOUNG AGAINSuzi Grant is in her late sixties but you wouldn't know it. Still living life to the full, she knows the secrets of looking and feeling fabulous for ever. A leading blogger and researcher into ageing, Suzi has created this easy Alternative Ageing action plan to give you more energy and vitality. Inside you'll discover:- What foods to eat and avoid- How to keep your skin glowing- How to naturally boost your hormones- Easy fitness exercises- Simple stress busters- An average alternative-ageing day Follow the tips in Alternative Ageing and you'll soon discover a new you who looks and feels great and runs rings around your children - and even grandchildren.It's time to feel young all over again.The Allergy-Free Baby and Toddler Book: The definitive guide to managing your child's food allergy
Par Charlotte Muquit, Dr Adam Fox. 2014
The Allergy-Free Baby and Toddler Book is the guide that all worried parents have been waiting for. Written by Charlotte…
Muquit, a mum whose own son has severe food allergies, and Dr Adam Fox, one of the country's top allergy specialists, this book explains everything you need to know about allergies, from navigating the diagnosis process to the practical steps you can take to manage allergies in the longterm. Find out how to:- Identify the source of an allergy- Treat reactions- Communicate with GPs, nurseries and playgroups- Enjoy social events without worrying- Adapt weaning and diet to avoid reactionsYou'll also find 30 delicious allergy-free recipes for everyday and special occasions. Comprehensive, accessible and informative, The Allergy-Free Baby and Toddler Book gives parents the knowledge and reassurance they need to stop allergies getting in the way of a fun, full and active childhood.Advanced Remedial Massage
Par Mel Cash. 2012
Remedial massage therapy uses manual therapy techniques to treat and 'remedy' a problem; but to offer a real remedy you…
must do more than just relieve pain; you must also understand how the problem came about and how it can be avoided in future. Advanced Remedial Massage places the emphasis on remedial therapy as well as massage, and will appeal to students of physiotherapy, oestotherapy and many other manual therapies. The book takes the reader through the practice of remedial massage, the effects and benefits that arise from it, a guide to the human muscular system, basic massage techniques and more detailed treatment practices. Illustrated with more than 200 full-colour photographs and over 50 diagrams, the techniques are easy to follow and understand. This informative guide is a must-have both for students of remedial massage and for professional therapists.Acquainted With The Night: A Year on the Frontiers of Death
Par Allegra Taylor. 1989
Death is the most predictable thing that will happen to any of us and one of the few experiences we…
share with every other human being, yet we hardly give it a thought. Most of us behave as if pretending it didn't exist gives is a measure of control over it. The traditional supports that used to cradle us in times of need are no longer there.Acquainted with the Night is the story of Allegra Taylor's year spent working in a hospice and training to become part of London Lighthouse, the support network for people with AIDS.Accessible, anecdotal and warmly personal, this is an important book. For it shows us that death is not the enemy; that it is possible to 'be there' for someone who is dying or bereaved, to grieve well in the face of death and, when the time comes, to die well ourselves.Acne and Rosacea: The Complete Guide
Par Alison Bowser. 2010
Acne affects young adults the most, but roughly 30% of sufferers continue to be affected in adulthood. One in 10…
people in the UK are also affected by a condition called rosacea (pronounced rose-ay-sha) and the likelihood is that we all know someone who has it. The typical symptoms of rosacea include: facial redness (most commonly covering the nose and cheeks), spots, extreme sensitivity to temperature changes, as well as broken veins, flushing and blushing. It's a condition that can be treated and usually the sooner, the better.Written by a leading expert, Acne and Rosacea: The Complete Guide takes the reader through diagnosis, the symptoms and causes and offers practical, sensitive advice on treatment options and the very latest in skincare advice.60 Ways To Feel Amazing
Par Lynda Field. 1998
Life is a precious gift, miraculous and amazing but we are not always able to appreciate this miracle fully. When…
we face obstacles and difficulties our lives can become such a struggle that we lose touch with the amazingness of it all. This little book is full of ways to bring the magic back into your life. All the techniques are simple, practical and tried and tested many times. Use this book to help you feel as amazing as you truly are.60 Ways To Change Your Life
Par Lynda Field. 1999
This little book will inspire you to embrace change and face life with a positive attitude. It will help you…
take control of your destiny and change your life for the better - forever.34 Patients: The profound and uplifting memoir about the patients who changed one doctor’s life
Par Tom Templeton. 2021
Discover the profound and moving portrait of one doctor's life and work in the NHS'Wonderful - insightful and compassionate' Dr…
Richard Shepherd, bestselling author of Unnatural Causes________They can't teach you how to be a doctor at medical school . . .As a junior doctor, Dr Tom Templeton learnt how to do his job from books, professors and other doctors and nurses. But the most important lessons - tolerance, kindness, resilience and bravery - he learnt from his patients.Here, he shares the stories of just 34, and how they changed his life while he was helping theirs.From a stillbirth to the old woman who lived a century, from the inhabitants of stately homes to the homeless, these stories whether heartwarming or heartbreaking, funny or tragic, are always inspiring and illuminating.We are all patients, but discover for the first time how the doctors see us . . .________'An admirably told story' Spectator'Informative and personal, humbling and healing' ObserverThe 28-Day Immunity Plan: A vital diet and fitness plan to boost resilience and protect your health
Par Rosemary Conley. 2021
MAKE YOUR BODY FEEL FIGHTING FIT IN JUST 28 DAYS'The perfect way to get healthier and into shape . .…
. If you're fed up with feeling tired, and want to lose some weight, then The 28 Day Immunity Plan is for you' BELLAA strong and healthy immune system is important at any age - especially if you're over 65 - and now more than ever it's vital to protect yourself from illness_______ Renowned diet and fitness expert Rosemary Conley CBE has created a simple and effective 28-day plan specifically aimed at doing just this. Her specialist guidance will help you boost your immunity, lose excess weight and increase your chances of living a longer, fitter and healthier life. This essential guide includes practical nutritional advice (what to include in your diet to promote good health, including good gut health which is increasingly being linked to immunity) as well as a no-fuss, easy-to-follow daily eating plan.These delicious, defence boosting recipes include . . .· Ginger beef stir-fry · Tandoori salmon with spicy noodles · Horseradish fish pie · Beef and ale stew · Thai sweet chilli chicken · Spicy butternut squash soup · Rich mushroom tagliatelle · Tomato, basil and lemon penne · Aubergine tagine with couscous . . . And much, much more! What's more, you will also learn from highly respected fitness expert, Mary Morris MSc, exactly how regular exercise supports the immune system - by strengthening your muscles, bones, and boosting your circulatory system.Her safe and progressive exercise programme encourages you to take small and achievable steps towards better fitness, no matter what level you're starting from.With almost 50 years' experience in helping people transform their body and health, Rosemary and Mary have condensed their joint expertise into this simple and accessible plan so you can become fighting fit from home in less than a month.