Herbs in the Treatment of Children or Getting Pregnant the Natural Way

Herbs in the Treatment of Children: Leading a Child to Health

Author: Julian P Scott

Written by a leading practitioner in the field, this clear and practical guide describes the use of key Chinese and Western herbs in the treatment of childhood illnesses, focusing on methods of treatment that lead a child back to health rather than suppress symptoms. The book examines remedies used for a wide variety of common conditions and illnesses, and explores how to break the cycle of symptoms leading to a chronic condition. It conveys a solid understanding of the particular needs and unique aspects of treating children, at a level that is accessible to both the practitioner and the interested parent.
• Presents a clear and accessible approach to the consideration of appropriate herbal remedies.
• Gives practical advice not only on remedies but other supportive measures as well.
• Discusses the causes and patterns of each illness to solidify the reader's understanding.
• Explores complications and dangers related to using herbs with children.
• Examines orthodox treatments that may be employed for each condition.

Table of Contents:

Pt. 1	Basic Concepts	1
1	Energy and Health	3
2	Energetic Patterns of Illness	13
3	Diet	21
4	Fevers and Infectious Diseases	31
5	Echo Patterns	41
6	Stages of Growth and Their Relation to Illness	47
7	Diagnosis	53
Pt. 2	Using Herbs	63
8	Administering Herbs	65
9	Materia Medica	73
Pt. 3	Treatment of Illnesses	119
10	Constipation	121
11	Chronic Diarrhea	133
12	Infantile Colic	141
13	Regurgitation and Continued Vomiting	147
14	Poor Appetite	157
15	Food Allergies	163
16	Fevers	175
17	Chronic Cough	189
18	Asthma	203
19	Acute Cough	223
20	Measles	237
21	Mumps	245
22	Whooping Cough	249
23	Immunizations	257
24	Ear Infections (Otitis Media)	265
25	Sleeping Problems	275
26	Eczema	287
App	Calcium in Food	299
	Further Reading List (Annotated)	300
	Bibliography	301

Interesting textbook: Habilidades de Delegación Clínicas:una Guía para Práctica Profesional

Getting Pregnant the Natural Way

Author: Deborah Gordon

The Wiley Women’s Natural Health Series brings together mainstream, complementary, and alternative medical approaches. These unique books offer advice and support on a wide range of topics of concern to women, including perimenopause, breast health, and menopause.

Are you experiencing infertility'Written by an authority in complementary medicine, Getting Pregnant the Natural Way is a compassionate guide that offers natural approaches to help you now. Drawing on the benefits of herbal medicine, homeopathy, nutritional therapies, and mind-body medicine in conjunction with the latest medical therapies, Dr. Deborah Gordon explains the mechanisms of fertility and the possible causes of infertility, then outlines a simple six-step program to help you:

• Prepare your body, mind, and spirit for pregnancy

• Prevent, control, or reverse conditions that impair fertility

• Improve your overall feelings of health and well-being

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• Create balance in your life

Uniquely created from a woman’s perspective, Getting Pregnant the Natural Way offers support, wisdom, and hope for you to reach your goal of a healthy pregnancy.