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The authors of The Doctors Book of Home Remedies show how to use exercise to heal back pain, arthritis, bursitis, stress, headaches, and more serious ailments, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.

What common fruit can help prevent cataracts? Which drug is effective against migraines? Can vitamin supplements boost energy? These questions and many more are addressed in this comprehensive guide, which combines four essential topics: Healing Foods, Herbal Remedies, Vitamins and Minerals, and Medications. Each section provides practical, digestible insights into healing agents that can enhance your health. Discover the cancer-fighting properties of onions, the soothing effects of licorice for sore throats, and how vitamin C may help prevent cervical cancer. Learn about the cholesterol-lowering benefits of apricots, the digestive aid properties of oregano, and how vitamin D can assist in healing fractures. This volume is packed with valuable health information, offering specific advice on maximizing the benefits of various healing agents while also highlighting potential drug side effects and interactions. For example, certain high blood pressure medications may lose effectiveness when combined with anti-inflammatory drugs. Additionally, fiber supplements can prevent constipation if used correctly but may worsen the condition if misused. Special "Natural Alternatives" boxes present doctor-approved home remedies that can be as effective, or even more so, than conventional medications for issues like diabetes, nausea, insomnia, and psoriasis. This guide is an invaluable resource for maintaining optimal health, ensuring you hav

Discusses each symptom and suggests when to see a doctor, what the symptom is trying to say, and how to relieve the problem.

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