Family Guide to Natural Medicine

by Reader's Digest Association

Can simple exercises cure nearsightedness? Does hypnotism help people stop smoking? Will acupuncture cure insomnia? This comprehensive, balanced exploration of natural and alternative therapies answers these questions and more. 350 illustrations; charts and how to features.

Genres: Reference, Health, Nonfiction, History

Hardcover

First published May 1, 1993

About the author

The Reader's Digest Association, Inc. is a global media and direct marketing company based in Chappaqua, New York, best known for its flagship publication founded in 1922, Reader's Digest. The company's headquarters are in New York City, where it moved from Pleasantville, New York.

The company was founded by DeWitt and Lila Wallace in 1922 with the first publication of Reader's Digest magazine, but has grown to include a diverse range of magazines, books, music, DVDs and online content.

Reviews

[Roy Madrid · Rating 3 out of 5]

A really good overview of what is out there in terms of treatment beyond western medicine. While introducing each field and their role was done really well, readers should be cautioned about the lack of credentialing rigor for non-standard practitioners. Nonetheless, this would be my first step in determining how to best construct my care team in the future.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is out of date (1993!) but when I received it many years ago, it was a treasure of information. I love the variety of treatments and beautiful illustrations. It’s still a wonderful read - but not practical for health reference anymore.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some of the information is out of date, but overall a really good reference book for living a more natural life. :3

[Ted Guglielmo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Basic guide. use frequently