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Distinguishes medical falsehoods from evidence-backed truth on topics including exercise, supplements, diets, alternative medicine, vaccines, and more.

"A . . . home medical reference . . . [that] offers the latest in medical knowledge with a strong emphasis on self-care"--Provided by publisher.

Alphabetically arranged entries present hundreds of cures for modern ailments that were used by ancient cultures in Egypt, China, India, South America, Russia, Scandinavia, and other countries.

Contains an A-to-Z listing of common ailments and the therapies to which they will respond.

Presents articles dealing with all kinds of diseases and disorders, from absces to dysrhythmia.

Presents articles dealing with all kinds of diseases and disorders, from ear infections to osteoporosis.

Presents articles dealing with all kinds of diseases and disorders, from pancreatic cancer to zoonoses and includes an index.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information on the healthy functioning of the body and mind, covering topics from acne to burns.