Foreword xv
Introduction 1
Part I: Stepping into the Wonderful World of Natural Cures 5
Chapter 1: Getting the Lowdown on Natural Cures 7
Chapter 2: Adopting a Natural Cures Diet and Lifestyle 17
Chapter 3: Sampling Different Approaches to Natural Cures 39
Part II: Curing Common Maladies: Trustworthy Treatments at Your Fingertips 65
Chapter 4: Treating Injuries and Minor Ailments 67
Chapter 5: Coughing and Sneezing? Curing Nose and Throat Conditions 85
Chapter 6: Combating Flus, Colds, and Infections 91
Chapter 7: Healing Skin, Hair, Scalp, and Nail Conditions 105
Chapter 8: Tuning In to Ear Problems 133
Chapter 9: Ogling Eye and Vision Problems 147
Chapter 10: Addressing Mouth and Dental Conditions 159
Chapter 11: Kicking Leg and Feet Conditions to the Curb 169
Chapter 12: Addressing Common Kiddie Health Issues 183
Chapter 13: Alleviating Allergies, Asthma, and Food Sensitivity/Intolerance 193
Chapter 14: Battling Digestive, Urinary, and Bowel Conditions 205
Chapter 15: Restoring Back, Joint, and Muscle Health 225
Chapter 16: Putting Sleep Issues to Bed 235
Chapter 17: Tackling Chronic Health Conditions 245
Chapter 18: Targeting Adrenal and Thyroid Conditions 271
Chapter 19: Addressing Sexual and Reproductive Health Conditions 281
Chapter 20: Dealing with Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Issues 307
Part III: The Part of Tens 325
Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Get the Most Out of Natural Medicine 327
Chapter 22: Ten Rules of the Road 333
Chapter 23: Ten Natural Cure Maxims 339
Part IV: Appendixes 345
Appendix A: Vitamins and Minerals 347
Appendix B: Nutritional Supplements 355
Appendix C: Natural Hormones 369
Appendix D: Herbs 373
Appendix E: Homeopathic Remedies 385
Appendix F: Aromatic Essential Oils 389
Index 397