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| Preface | |
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| How to Use This Book | |
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| Understanding the Elements of Health | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Nutrition, Diet, and Wellness | |
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| Vitamins | |
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| Minerals | |
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| Water | |
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| Amino Acids | |
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| Antioxidants | |
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| Enzymes | |
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| Natural Food Supplements | |
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| Herbs | |
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| The Disorders | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Troubleshooting for Disorders | |
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| Abscess | |
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| Acid/Alkali Imbalance | |
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| Acne | |
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| Adrenal Disorders | |
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| Age Spots | |
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| Aging | |
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| AIDS | |
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| Alcoholism | |
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| Allergies | |
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| Aluminum Toxicity | |
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| Alzheimer's Disease | |
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| Anemia | |
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| Anorexia Nervosa | |
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| Anxiety Disorder | |
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| Appendicitis | |
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| Appetite, Poor | |
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| Arsenic Poisoning | |
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| Arteriosclerosis/Atherosclerosis | |
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| Arthritis | |
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| Asthma | |
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| Athlete's Foot | |
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| Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) | |
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| Autism | |
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| Backache | |
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| Bedsores | |
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| Bed-Wetting | |
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| Bee Sting | |
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| Bladder Infection (Cystitis) | |
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| Boil | |
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| Breast Cancer | |
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| Breastfeeding-Related Problems | |
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| Engorgement | |
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| Mastitis (Breast Infection) | |
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| Plugged Duct | |
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| Sore Nipples | |
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| Bronchitis | |
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| Bruising | |
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| Bruxism | |
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| Bulimia | |
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| Burns | |
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| Bursitis | |
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| Cadmium Toxicity | |
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| Cancer | |
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| Candidiasis | |
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| Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) | |
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| Cardiovascular Disease | |
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| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | |
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| Celiac Disease | |
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| Chemical Allergies | |
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| Chemical Poisoning | |
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| Chickenpox | |
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| Chlamydia | |
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| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | |
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| Circulatory Problems | |
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| Cirrhosis of the Liver | |
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| Cold Sores (Fever Blisters) | |
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| Common Cold | |
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| Constipation | |
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| Copper Deficiency | |
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| Copper Toxicity | |
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| Corns and Calluses | |
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| Crohn's Disease | |
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| Croup | |
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| Cystic Fibrosis | |
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| Dandruff | |
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| Depression | |
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| Dermatitis | |
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| Diabetes | |
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| Diarrhea | |
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| Diverticulitis | |
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| Dog Bite | |
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| Down Syndrome | |
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| Drug Addiction (Substance Abuse) | |
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| Dry Skin | |
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| Ear Infection | |
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| Edema | |
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| Emphysema | |
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| Endometriosis | |
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| Environmental Toxicity | |
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| Epilepsy | |
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| Eye Problems | |
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| Bags under the Eyes | |
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| Bitot's Spots | |
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| Blepharitis | |
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| Bloodshot Eyes | |
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| Blurred Vision | |
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| Cataracts | |
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| Colorblindness | |
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| Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye) | |
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| Corneal Ulcer | |
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| Diabetic Retinopathy | |
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| Dimness or Loss of Vision | |
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| Dry Eyes | |
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| Eyestrain | |
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| Floaters | |
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| Glaucoma | |
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| Itchy or Tired Eyes | |
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| Macular Degeneration | |
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| Mucus in the Eyes | |
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| Photophobia | |
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| Retinitis Pigmentosa | |
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| Scotoma | |
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| Shingles (Herpes Zoster) | |
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| Stye | |
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| Thinning Eyelashes | |
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| Ulcerated Eyelid | |
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| Xerophthalmia | |
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| Fever | |
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| Fibrocystic Breasts | |
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| Fibroids, Uterine | |
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| Fibromyalgia Syndrome | |
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| Foodborne/Waterborne Disease | |
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| Fracture | |
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| Frigidity | |
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| Fungal Infection | |
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| Gallbladder Disorders | |
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| Gangrene | |
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| German Measles (Rubella) | |
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| Glaucoma | |
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| Gout | |
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| Growth Problems | |
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| Hair Loss | |
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| Halitosis (Bad Breath) | |
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| Hay Fever | |
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| Headache | |
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| Hearing Loss | |
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| Heart Attack | |
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| Heartburn/Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) | |
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| Heel or Bone Spur | |
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| Hemophilia | |
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| Hemorrhoids | |
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| Hepatitis | |
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| Herpesvirus Infection | |
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| High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) | |
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| High Cholesterol | |
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| Hives | |
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| Hyperthyroidism | |
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| Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) | |
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| Hypothyroidism | |
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| Hysterectomy-Related Problems | |
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| Impotence | |
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| Incontinence | |
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| Indigestion (Dyspepsia) | |
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| Infertility | |
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| Inflammation | |
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| Influenza | |
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| Insect Allergy | |
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| Insect Bite | |
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| Insomnia | |
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome | |
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| Jaundice | |
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| Kidney Disease (Renal Failure) | |
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| Kidney Stones | |
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| Lactose Intolerance (Lactase Deficiency) | |
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| Lead Poisoning | |
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| Leg Ulcers | |
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| Legionnaires' Disease | |
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| Lupus | |
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| Lyme Disease | |
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| Malabsorption Syndrome | |
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| Manic-Depressive Disorder (Bipolar Mood Disorder) | |
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| Measles | |
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| Memory Problems | |
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| Meniere's Disease | |
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| Meningitis | |
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| Menopausal and Perimenopausal Problems | |
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| Mercury Toxicity | |
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| Migraine | |
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| Mononucleosis | |
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| Motion Sickness | |
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| Multiple Sclerosis | |
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| Mumps | |
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| Muscle Cramps | |
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| Nail Problems | |
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| Narcolepsy | |
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| Nickel Toxicity | |
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| Nosebleed | |
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| Obesity | |
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| Oily Skin | |
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| Osteoporosis | |
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| Paget's Disease of Bone | |
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| Pancreatitis | |
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| Parkinson's Disease | |
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| Peptic Ulcer | |
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| Periodontal Disease | |
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| Pneumonia | |
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| Poison Ivy/Poison Oak/Poison Sumac | |
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| Poisoning | |
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| Polyps | |
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| Pregnancy-Related Problems | |
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| Anemia | |
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| Asthma | |
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| Backache | |
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| Bladder Discomfort/Infection | |
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| Bleeding Gums | |
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| Constipation | |
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| Coughs and Colds | |
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| Depression | |
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| Diabetes, Gestational | |
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| Dizziness | |
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| Eclampsia and Preeclampsia | |
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| Ectopic Pregnancy | |
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| Edema (Swelling of the Hands and Feet) | |
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| Gas (Flatulence) | |
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| Groin Spasm, Stitch, or Pressure | |
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| Heartburn | |
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| Hemorrhoids | |
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| Insomnia | |
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| Leg Cramps | |
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| Miscarriage (Spontaneous Abortion) | |
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| Morning Sickness | |
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| Nosebleeds and Nasal Congestion | |
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| Sciatica | |
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| Skin Problems | |
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| Soreness in the Rib Area | |
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| Stretch Marks | |
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| Sweating | |
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| Varicose Veins | |
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| Premenstrual Syndrome | |
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| Prolapse of the Uterus | |
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| Prostate Cancer | |
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| Prostatitis/Benign Prostatic Hyertrophy (BPH) | |
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| Psoriasis | |
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| Radiation Exposure | |
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| Raynaud's Disease/Raynaud's Phenomenon | |
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| Reye's Syndrome | |
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| Rheumatic Fever | |
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| Rickets/Osteomalacia | |
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| Rosacea | |
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| Scabies | |
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| Schizophrenia | |
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| Sebaceous Cyst | |
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| Seborrhea | |
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| Senility (Dementia) | |
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| Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) | |
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| Shingles (Herpes Zoster) | |
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| Sinusitis | |
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| Skin Cancer | |
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| Skin Rash | |
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| Smoking Dependency | |
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| Snakebite | |
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| Sore Throat | |
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| Spider Bite | |
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| Sprains, Strains, and Other Injuries of the Muscles and Joints | |
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| Stress | |
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| Sunburn | |
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| Thrombophlebitis | |
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| TMJ Syndrome | |
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| Tonsillitis | |
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| Tooth Decay | |
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| Tuberculosis | |
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| Tumor | |
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| Ulcerative Colitis | |
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| Underweight/Weight Loss | |
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| Vaginitis | |
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| Varicose Veins | |
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| Vertigo | |
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| Vitiligo | |
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| Warts | |
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| Weakened Immune System | |
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| Wilson's Disease | |
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| Worms (Parasites) | |
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| Wrinkles | |
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| Remedies and Therapies | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Aromatherapy and Essential Oils | |
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| Ascorbic Acid Flush | |
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| Ayurvedic Remedies | |
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| Blood Purification | |
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| Chelation Therapy | |
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| Oral Chelation Therapy | |
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| Intravenous Chelation Therapy | |
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| Chinese Medicine | |
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| Colon Cleansing | |
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| Color Therapy (Chromotherapy) | |
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| Crystal and Gemstone Therapy | |
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| DHEA Therapy | |
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| Enemas | |
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| The Catnip Tea Enema | |
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| The Coffee or Wheatgrass Retention Enema | |
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| The Lemon Juice Cleansing Enema | |
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| The Pro-Flora Whey Enema | |
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| Exercise | |
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| Fasting | |
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| Glandular Therapy | |
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| Growth Hormone Therapy | |
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| Hair Analysis | |
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| Homeopathy | |
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| Hydrotherapy | |
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| Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | |
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| Juicing | |
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| Light Therapy | |
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| Music and Sound Therapy | |
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| Pain Control | |
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| Acupressure | |
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| Acupuncture | |
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| Biofeedback | |
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| Breathing Exercises | |
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| Chiropractic | |
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| Guided Imagery | |
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| Heat and Cold Therapy | |
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| Herbs | |
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| Hypnotherapy | |
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| Magnet Therapy | |
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| Massage | |
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| Medication | |
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| Meditation | |
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| Qi Gong | |
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| Relaxation Techniques | |
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| Tai Chi | |
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| TENS Unit Therapy | |
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| Using a Poultice | |
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| Sitz Bath | |
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| Steam Inhalation | |
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| Preparing for and Recovering from Surgery | |
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| Therapeutic Liquids | |
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| Yoga | |
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| Appendix | |
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| Glossary | |
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| Manufacturer and Distributor Information | |
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| Health and Medical Organizations | |
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| Suggested Reading | |
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| Acknowledgments | |
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| About the Authors | |
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| Index | |