Alternative Medicine by Dr. Nasser Afify (23 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Alternative medicine is the term for medical products and practices that are not part of standard care. Standard care is what medical doctors, doctors of osteopathy, and allied health professionals, such as nurses and physical therapists, practice. Alternative medicine is used in place of standard medical care. An example is treating heart disease with chelation therapy (which seeks to remove excess metals from the blood) instead of using a standard approach. Examples of alternative practices include homeopathy, traditional medicine, chiropractic, and acupuncture. Complementary medicine is different from alternative medicine. Whereas complementary medicine is used together with conventional medicine, alternative medicine is used in place of conventional medicine. See also complementary medicine, conventional medicine. Something big is happening in healthcare, and it's centered on a desire to have different options within healthcare that considers the whole person. This demand is ...

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After the Stroke: A Caregiver's Notes by Dora Duran (Dora L. Duran) (8 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Nothing rocks your world as profoundly as a severe stroke. No one is prepared for its traumatic aftermath. Least of all, a loving wife or husband taking on the role of caregiver. In the U.S. approximately 795,000 people per year have a stroke. Of that number, nearly 130,000 die. Of those that survive, many are left with long-term disabilities, which was the case with author Dora Duran's husband, Robert. The day that changed this couple's lives occurred in the morning. Ms. Duran's husband collapsed onto the front room floor and couldn't get up. Panic stricken, Ms. Duran dashed to the phone and dialed 911. Thus, the nightmare began. From the Emergency Room, to admission to Intensive Care, After the Stroke gives a chilling account of Robert's worsening condition in the intense hospital setting. A few days after his stroke, he slips into a semi-comatose state. Ms. Duran contacts family members and exhorts them to his bedside. What happens next confirms the importance of familial ...

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The Dopamine Connection: Maximize Your Potential With Sleep, Nutrition, and Brain Health by Ameri Dacre (131 Reviews)    Price verified 50 minutes ago

Are you ready to say goodbye to brain fog and hello to razor-sharp focus, unwavering motivation, and unshakable mental resilience? Imagine staying on top of your game, absorbing information, and achieving your goals without effort. Unleash the full potential of your mind with The Dopamine Connection as you journey into the fascinating world of neuroscience and discover the powerful role that dopamine plays in shaping your cognitive abilities. Through cutting-edge research and real-life examples, this book equips you with a toolkit of techniques and strategies to supercharge your brain and unlock your true intellectual prowess. Inside The Dopamine Connection, you will • explore the science of dopamine production and its impact on motivation and decision-making. • uncover the secrets to achieving restorative sleep, waking up refreshed and energized every morning. • delve into the connection between your diet and brain health, making informed choices to support cognitive ...

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