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(For this item please quote stock ID 11656) ISBN: 9787533504656

The sources, constituents, actions, indications and prescriptions of each anticancer preparation is mentioned in detail, and each remedy is shown in colour to enhance their correct identification. The preparations described in the book are divided into three parts: The first introduces 71 remedies where the constituents are well known, actions are clear, and where clinical indications have been demonstrated to be effective. The second part introduces 166 drugs where the constituents are generally known, the actions have been studied but are not quite clear, and where the clinical indications are recognised as being effective to a certain degree. The third part introduces those drugs with less clear or complete constituents, actions and clinical indications, but most of them have been studied or used clinically with single drugs or composite prescriptions and been shown to have a certain efficacy in cancer treatment. An index to the Latin names of the drugs is attached. (For this item please quote stock ID 15622) ISBN: 9787543311466

The Hepatitis C Help Book is the first book on hepatitis C to offer an East/West approach to management of this chronic disease. Dr. Cohen and Dr. Gish present both self-care and physician-assisted programs that combine the latest research and treatment options from Western and Chinese medicine, anchored in the philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine. Includes: >Programs for Self-Care >Nutritional Support >Strength & Fitness Plans >Comprehensive Western & Chinese Medical Treatment Programs >Epidemiology, Natural History & Transmission (For this item please quote stock ID 19884) ISBN: 9780312263362

In this book, Dr. Tierra provides a complete, systematic approach to treating cancer from a holistic perspective, while detailing the entire range of herbs and herbal medicines available to the practitioner and the patient alike. He adds his clinical experience and his deep compassion to create perhaps the definitive guidebook on cancer treatment for today's world. (For this item please quote stock ID 20546) ISBN: 9780914955931

Restored Harmony weaves the science and art of Traditional Chinese Medicine into the conventional treatment for cancer. It takes the reader on a poetic journey through the diagnosis, therapeutic plan, and supportive care of patients with cancer. The author blends current scientific knowledge of mind-body medicine, psycho-neuro-immunology and quantum physics with the ancient wisdom of acupuncture, herbs, and energy medicine. The evidence for specific complementary therapies is clearly stated. A new model of holistic cancer care is presented where the patient and healthcare providers work together as a seamless system, focused on care of the body, mind, and spirit. Stephen Sager received his graduate training in pharmacology and medicine at the University of London, UK. His postgraduate training was in internal medicine and clinical oncology His special interests include mind-body medicine, spirituality and consciousness, the psycho-biology of healing, and Oriental medicine. He is an educator and researcher for the developing healthcare model of integrative and humanistic medicine, and is an international speaker on these topics. He has appeared on television and in print to discuss mind body medicine and the role of spirituality in healthcare. Dr. Sager is an associate professor at McMaster University Hamilton, Ontario. He is a cancer specialist who practices radiation oncology in Canada. He is a founding director of the Complementary Medicine Section of the Ontario Medical Association. He also serves the Centre for Mind-Body Medicine, Washington DC and contributes to many of its educational programs. He is on the international editorial board of the evidence-based journal, 'Focus on Alternative and Complementary Medicine'. ?I recommend it to all those concerned with creating more effective, humane, and comprehensive programs of cancer care.? - James S. Gordon MD, Professor, Georgetown University, Washington, USA. ?This book is compelling reading for all those who look after cancer patients, whether they are healthcare professionals or lay family members.? - Edzard Ernst, Professor, University of Exeter, UK. ?An inspired, thoughtful journey into mind-body medicine of the future? - John Boik, author of Natural Compounds in Cancer Therapy. From the Foreword by James Gordon MD 'Over the last twenty years I've been exploring the integration of Chinese medicine into individualised programs of comprehensive care for cancer patients. Each year, at the Comprehensive Cancer Care Conferences of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, we hear about the latest research on these therapies, in the West as well as in China. It is now clear to me and to many others in the field, that Chinese medicine can and should be available to everyone who is being treated for cancer. 'This new book, by Dr. Stephen Sagar, makes this case in a way that is at once evidence-based, thoughtful and poetic. Dr. Sagar is a radiation oncologist who deals every day with the challenges of cancer treatment, and with the accompanying side effects of treatment. He is a fine clinical observer and an imaginative, indeed, visionary thinker. What he has done in this book is to describe precisely and well the worldview of the 4000-year-old Chinese medicine, and how its traditional approach to cancer treatment may dovetail with our most modern western scientific understanding and technological approaches. 'Dr. Sagar understands the power of Chinese therapies - acupuncture, herbal therapies, the exercises of Qi Gong, hands on healing, and above all, intention. He shows us how these therapies are already being used to enhance immunity, improve overall physiological functioning, frustrate tumour growth, improve mood, and provide relief for such debilitating treatment side effects as nausea, vomiting, pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, and mouth ulcers. He shares with us the modern scientific papers on which his conclusions are based, and lets us know when evidence is lacking. Equally importantly, he gives us a sense of Chinese medicine, and of how it may well contribute in significant ways to the more harmonious functioning of our minds and our spirit, as well as our bodies. In summary, this book is a fine and eloquent combination of modern science, ancient wisdom, and practical guidance, literate and accessible, as well as scientifically sound. I recommend it to all those who are concerned with creating more effective, humane, and comprehensive programs of cancer care. James S. Gordon, M.D. [Director, The Center for Mind-Body Medicine, Washington DC; Clinical Professor, Georgetown University School of Medicine; Chair of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy; Co-author, Comprehensive Cancer Care: Integrating Complementary, Alternative, and Conventional Therapies]. Praise for Restored Harmony: ?Restored Harmony skillfully blends Eastern and Western approaches to cancer in this compelling overview of the fascinating relationships emerging between Traditional Chinese Medicine, immunotherapy, psycho-neuro-oncology, complexity theory, and quantum physics. Dr. Sagar takes us on an inspired, thoughtful journey into mind-body medicine of the future.? - John Boik, MAcOM, author of Natural Compounds in Cancer Therapy ?Stephen Sagar MD creates a symphony from the cacophony that cancer often creates. He shows how prevention of disease and restoration of the harmony of health can be achieved by correctly blending the advice of conventional and Traditional Chinese Medicine. As a result, we are blessed with an enlightened insider's view of cancer and its treatment? - Mehmet Oz MD, MBA [Irving Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at Columbia University in New York. Director of the cardiac assist device program and the complementary medicine program at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center. Author of Healing from the Heart] Extended Review by Thomas St. James O'Connor, ThD 'Stephen Sagar writes in the Introduction to Restored Harmony that he is interested in combining mysticism and science (p. xvi) He laments that body and soul have been separated (dualism) since the time of Descartes. He argues that body, mind and spirit form one whole system, the human person and can not be separated. They are interconnected and profoundly influence one another. Sagar finds this integration in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). He believes that persons with cancer ought to use Traditional Chinese Medicine as a complementary therapy alongside of Western medical treatments. Throughout the book, he seeks integration or restored harmony. The book does deliver on his quest. 'Sagar is a physician and trained in traditional Western medicine in London, England. He is a cancer specialist in clinical practice at the Regional Cancer Center, Hamilton, Ontario and the Canadian Radiation Oncology Services in Toronto. He has training in acupuncture and a founding director of the Complementary Medicine section of the Ontario Medical Association. He is an Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, McMaster University. (For this item please quote stock ID 16908) ISBN: 9780968948804

Today, more breast cancer treatment options are available than ever before. But how can you determine the course of action that is right for you? Breast Cancer: Beyond Convention is the only single resource that lays out all of the traditional and alternative approaches available today. Assembling a 'dream team' of breast cancer experts, the editors of this truly groundbreaking guide encourage readers to work with their practitioners as they consider a variety of approaches, all explained in clear, nontechnical language. Readers will discover: >how to find the right caregiver and how to best complement conventional medical treatment with alternative medicine >how to be 'healed' without necessarily being 'cured' >how to incorporate traditional Chinese medicine - including herbs, qigong, and acupuncture >the right diet to choose, no matter the form of treatment; the importance of soy products; plus fifteen delicious recipes to sample >the best vitamins, minerals, and natural foods, and the specific benefits - and possible dangers - of each >the merits of spiritual treatments, from meditation and directed prayer to the powerful mystery of the 'will to live'. The guide features an encyclopedic appendix of websites, and lists of national support organisations, care centers, recommended audiotapes, CDs, and books - making this the single source to help patients take control of their treatment, assuage their fears, and get them on the road to healing. (For this item please quote stock ID 26966) ISBN: 9780743410120

Cancer patients are plagued by the undesirable, and often unbearable, adverse effects of radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other treatment modalities. Many patients report these side effects to be just as, if not more, intolerable than the cancer itself. The focus of this book is on how to use modern diagnostic methods and Chinese medical treatment to address this problem. The author of this book, Dr. Zhang Dai-zhao, is a well-known oncologist in China and is the one of the leading authorities on the usage of integrative medicine to relieve the side effects of cancer treatment. There are few books on this subject available on the market, which makes this an invaluable resource for all clinicians who are involved in the management of cancer. (For this item please quote stock ID 28047) ISBN: 9787117087025

Easy-to-read and authoritative book that examines the foods you need to eat to prevent and fight cancer; a disease that affects one in three Australians.
Can some foods really help fight cancer?
Do all cancer-fighting foods work the same way?
What can I do to protect myself and my family?
The incidence of cancer in Australia has reached alarming proportions and it's easy to feel powerless in the face of the frightening statistics. However, the latest research is showing convincingly that particular foods may significantly reduce the risk of cancer in healthy individuals and slow its progress in those already suffering from the disease. By knowing what these cancer-fighting foods are, we can take positive steps in the fight against cancer.
Leading cancer authority Richard Beliveau teams up with Denis Gingras in Foods that Fight Cancer to describe the science of food and which properties of particular foods are the active cancer-fighting elements. They clearly explain how different foods work to protect the body against different cancers and show which foods will be most effective. By understanding the science behind these therapeutic benefits, we come to realise not only why it is so critical to add these foods to our diet, but how easily it can be done.
About the Authors
Richard Beliveau, a leading authority in the field of cancer research, completed post-doctoral studies at Cornell University after obtaining a PhD in biochemistry from Universite Lavel in Quebec, Canada. He holds the Chair in the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer at the University of Quebec at Montreal, where is he is a professor in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. Dr Beliveau is the director of the Molecular Medicine Laboratory of UQAM-Sainte-Justine Hospital (Centre de cancerologie Charles-Bruneau). Frequently called on to talk about his research, he is a regular commentator on local and national radio and television programs.
Denis Gingras is a researcher in the Molecular Medicine Laboratory of UQAM-Sainte-Justine Hospital (Centre de cancerologie Charles-Bruneau) and the University of Quebec at Montreal.
(For this item please quote stock ID 32889) ISBN: 9781741750102

Foods That Fight Cancer kick-started a revolution in our understanding of the cancer-fighting properties of food. Now we know the value of green tea, dark chocolate and red wine, how can we incorporate these foods into our daily diet in practical and creative ways? Authors Richard Beliveau and Denis Gingras have teamed up with professional chefs to do just that and this is the result.
Featuring 160 specially created, mouth-watering recipes, this gorgeous full-colour cookbook covers quick, one-pot family meals to more impressive dishes ideal for entertaining, including Moroccan Beef and Chickpea Veloute, Leek and Goat Cheese Lasagna, Red Tuna Carpaccio and Raspberry Clafoutis. There's also a detailed round-up of all the featured foods (including mushrooms, garlic, berries, tomatoes and citrus) and a thoroughly accessible update on the latest research developments in the field.
An essential companion to its bestselling predecessor, Cooking with Foods that Fight Cancer combines all the benefits of good nutrition with the sheer pleasure of good eating.
About the Authors
Richard Beliveau is a leading international authority in the field of cancer research. He holds the Chair in the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer at the University of Quebec at Montreal, where he is a professor of biochemistry. Dr Beliveau is also the director of the Molecular Medicine Laboratory of UQAM-Sainte-Justine Hospital and a professor of surgery at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Montreal.
Denis Gingras is a researcher in the Molecular Medicine Laboratory of UQAM-Sainte-Justine Hospital and the University of Quebec at Montreal.
(For this item please quote stock ID 32890) ISBN: 9781741754346

This book is written by a Chinese medical physician of 30 years clinical experience. Dr. Xie was motivated to seek new ways to cure cancer by using Chinese medical therapy when his only son died from cancer several years ago, and he has achieved considerable success in this field. The author lists 100 successful case examples, and along with each case history, the author makes penetrating analysis and provides remarks about the administered herbs and formulas. Simultaneously, he illustrates the mechanism of traditional Chinese medicine in curing cancer, a concept which may still seem to be mysterious to many Westerners. An indispensable reference for people who are engaged in the research of cancer treatment, those that are suffering from the disease, and those close to the victims. (For this item please quote stock ID 13993) ISBN: 9787800053344

This new clinical resource clearly explains how to approach integrated care in a way that combines Chinese herbal medicine with Western medicine to enhance and improve medical care for patients with cancer – without undermining or negatively impacting patients' medical treatment. Each chapter covers a different type of cancer, first introducing the conventional medical understanding of that cancer including its aetiology, diagnosis, and treatment according to staging and type. The chapter then covers that cancer from the perspective of Oriental medicine. Case studies illustrate the integration of treatment for each cancer type, raising important issues and considerations associated with specific cancers and treatments. Features: >Analyses for each element covered in the book are included alongside conventional & Chinese medicine >Herbs are listed with the botanical & pharmaceutical names, the pinyin, & the dose >Formulas are presented within the context of conventional treatment, intended to enhance the effectiveness of treatment &/or treat side effects without undermining the treatment's function >Each formula is followed by a discussion of how & why the herbs are used, including classical Chinese theory & relevant pharmaceutical studies >Staging & age & performance status of various patients is used to explain how formulas are modifified >Case studies explore issues of the integration treatment for each type of cancer Contents: >1. The General Biology & Aetiology of Cancers According to Western & Chinese Medicine >2. Small Cell & Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >3. Breast Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >4. Prostate Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >5. Colorectal Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >6. Ovarian Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >7. Lymphomas: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >8. Pancreatic, Hepatic Cancers: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >9. Leukemias & Paediatric Treatment for Cancer: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >10. Renal Cell & Bladder Cancers: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >11. Soft Tissue & Bone Sarcomas: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >12. Cervical & Uterine Cancers: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >13. Concurrent Issues Caused by Cancer & by Treatment: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >14. Cancer Pain: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment >15. Dying & Death: Western & Chinese Medicine Integrated Treatment (For this item please quote stock ID 25599) ISBN: 9780443100635

Research shows that Chinese medicine can be very effective in supporting the treatment of cancer by orthodox Western methods, and is particularly effective in alleviating many of the side effects of treatment. Henry McGrath draws on his many years as a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine to explain how Chinese medicine approaches cancer in terms of understanding and treatment. He presents the wide range of approaches that Chinese medicine has to offer people with cancer, and offers practical strategies to promote the health of the body as well as methods with which to cultivate the mind, helping the patient develop both physical and mental wellbeing. He covers a wide range of treatments, from acupuncture to Qigong, giving readers a sound basis on which to explore further specific treatment. Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Cancer will be an invaluable book for people with cancer and the medical professionals who work with them. (For this item please quote stock ID 31582) ISBN: 9781848190139

All of us have cancer cells in our bodies. But not all of us will develop cancer. This international bestseller examines what we can do every day to lower our chances of ever developing the illness, and also explains what to do to increase the chances of recovery from it. Dr David Servan-Schreiber was first confronted with cancer when he was working as a medical resident in Pittsburgh. Already a recognized pioneer in neuroscience, by his own admission David had all the arrogant and immortal confidence of a thirty-year-old over-achiever. Then he discovered he had cancer of the brain. and his life changed. Servan-Schreiber went on to research alternative medicine and founding director of the Centre of Integrative Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Centre. This book is the fruit of his experience in the field of cancer both as a doctor and as a patient. He alternates chapters that tell his personal story and cases he has come across, with chapters that focus on the disease and its mechanisms from a purely scientific and medical angle. He looks in particular at the relation between a body and its cancer, at the immune system, the new blood vessels necessary for cancer growth, and the roles played by environmental toxins, nutrition, emotions, and physical activity in containing cancer.

(For this item please quote stock ID 32888) ISBN: 9781921640704