Chapter 113 Phosphatidylserine Parris M. Kidd, BSc, PhD Chapter Contents Introduction Physiologic Roles Pharmacology Clinical Applications Dosage Toxicology and Drug Interactions Introduction Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a phospholipid nutrient that occurs…

Chapter 71 Bromelain* Anthony J. Cichoke, Jr., MA, DC, DACBN, PhD Chapter Contents Introduction Bromelain Supplements Enteral Absorption (or Resorption) Factors Affecting Bromelain Activity Clinical Applications Systemic Enzyme Therapy,  Aging, …

Chapter 204 Psoriasis Michael T. Murray, ND, Michael Traub, ND, DHANP, FABNO Chapter Contents Diagnostic Summary General Considerations Therapeutic Considerations Gastrointestinal Function,  Nutrition,  Psychological Aspects,  Physical Therapeutics,  Topical Treatments,  Therapeutic…

Chapter 64 Aloe vera (Cape Aloe) Michael T. Murray, ND Chapter Contents General Description Aloe vera Terminology,  Chemical Composition Anthraquinones,  Saccharides,  Prostanoids,  Superoxide Dismutase,  Other Constituents,  History and Folk Use…

Chapter 158 Congestive Heart Failure Michael T. Murray, ND Chapter Contents Diagnostic Summary General Considerations Diagnostic Considerations Therapeutic Considerations Nutritional Supplements,  Botanical Medicines,  Therapeutic Approach Diet,  Nutritional Supplements,  Botanical Medicines, …

Chapter 66 Artemisia absinthium (Wormwood) Eric L. Yarnell, ND, RH(AHG), Kathy Abascal, BS, JD, RH(AHG) Chapter Contents General Description Chemical Composition History and Folk Use Pharmacology Digestive Effects,  Hepatic Effects, …

Chapter 73 Capsicum frutescens (Cayenne Pepper) Michael T. Murray, ND Chapter Contents General Description Chemical Composition History and Folk Use Pharmacology Clinical Applications for Oral Preparations Thermogenic Aid,  Atherosclerosis and…

Chapter 160 Dermatitis Herpetiformis Michael Traub, ND, DHANP, FABNO, Michael T. Murray, ND Chapter Contents Diagnostic Summary General Considerations Therapeutic Considerations Gluten,  Food Allergy,  Para-aminobenzoic Acid,  Treatment of Nutritional Deficiencies, …

Chapter 151 Bacterial Sinusitis Michael T. Murray, ND Chapter Contents Diagnostic Summary General Considerations Therapeutic Considerations Antibiotics,  Allergy,  Mucolytics,  Therapeutic Approach Supplements,  Botanicals,  Local Treatment,  Physical Therapy,  Diagnostic Summary •…

Chapter 55 Hyperventilation Syndrome/Breathing Pattern Disorders Angela Sadlon, ND, Leon Chaitow, ND, DO Chapter Contents Introduction Hyperventilation Syndrome/Breathing Pattern Disorders Defined,  Gender,  Normal Breathing Pattern,  Benefits of Normal Respiratory Function, …