Recommended Books

Autism: Effective Biomedical Treatments

By J. Pangborn, Ph.D. and S. Backer, M.D, The comprehensive treatment manual based on the pioneering work of the Autistic Research Institute this manual is a must have manual for parents with a child that has autism and for medical practitioners treating autistic spectrum disorder. The book gives practical advice for tracking treatment success and tailoring individual treatment. The molecular aspects of autism are considered, the usefulness of laboratory tests, and the pros and cons of a long list of supplements are considered in detail.

Children With Starving Brains: A Medical Treatment Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorder

By J. McCandless, M.D., The author, Jaquelyn McCandless, is an experienced clinician with a personal interest in the disease due to the diagnosis of her granddaughter. She provides a step-by-step treatment guide for parent and doctors based on the understanding that autism is a complex biomedical illness that requires complex treatment plans. The book considers the role of metals, vaccines, pesticides, yeast, and viruses in the etiology and aggravation of the disease. The Autism Research Institute congratulates her for her work.

SEVEN WEEKS TO SOBRIETY - The proven program to fight alcoholism through nutrition

By Joan Mathews Larson, Ph.D. with Keith W. Sehnert, M.D. This is an excellent book! It gives nutritional protocols that have been shown to reduce addictive cravings at the Health Recovery Center. This alcohol treatment center has a success rate three times that of traditional treatment centers.

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy

By David D. Burns MD, Aaron T. Beck. This book provides some great ways to rewire the way you think about your self. It is written in a clear manner which is very easy to understand. If you are looking to clear the cobwebs out and feel better, follow the exercises in this book. The straight forward approach makes healing yourself comfortable and easy to do. This is a good alternative to using drug therapies, giving you the tools which will have a more long term effect, thus eliminating the use for antidepressants.

GaiaStar Mandalas: Ecstatic Visions of the Living Earth

By Bonnie Bell and David Todd These images go beyond the realm of magic and beauty. Bonnie Bell and David Todd have ways of bringing the entire universe, with all its majesty and complexity, into a very tangible and specific experience that is personal and soul touching while at the same time connecting the viewer to the cosmos."

Modified Citrus Pectin - A Super Nutraceutical

By Nan Kathryn Fuchs, Ph.D. An excellent booklet on Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) for the health consumer. In this short and easy to read booklet you learn how MCP: Protects Against Prostate and Other Cancers Prevents Cancer Progression Prevents Heart Disease Removes Heavy Metal Toxicity Protects Against Alzheimer's Disease

A Primer on Prostate Cancer: The Empowered Patient's Guide

By Stephen Strum MD, Donna Pogliano A Primer on Prostate Cancer is a thorough and comprehensive work designed to provide essential information for the recently diagnosed prostate cancer patient and their loved ones. The book is written in lay person friendly language, but quickly moves the reader into the depths of the technical details of prostate cancer, diagnosis, progression of the disease, and standard medical treatment. This is an excellent reference on our current understanding of the disease and standard (not alternative) medical treatment. The only short-coming of the book is the lack of suggestions for alternative and complementary medicine treatment (although a couple alternative books are referred to.) The book is well-indexed, formatted, and referenced. The authors made use of 4 color fonts to highlight specific information throughout the book, making information easy to relocate.

Padma: Integrating Ancient Wisdom and Modern Research Using Trad. Tibetan Herbs for Today's Diseases

By Gabriele Feyerer Padma Basic is a modern herbal preparation based on an ancient Tibetan botanical formula. In an easily understood manner, the author reveals the scientific validation and large area of application of this precious remedy for treating today's diseases. Gabreile Feyerer, has inherited a love of naturopathic healing from her grandmother, an herb enthusiast. For more that 20 years, she has been extensively involved in all types of holistic healing. Her special preference is Padma which has become a part of her life. Her books radiate her loving devotion to this very special Tibetan remedy.