This highly accessible book introduces the general audience to the theory and practice of a traditional health care system that has prevailed in China for thousands of years, offering a unique, integrated system of preventive health care that anyone can practice at home. Line art.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Good book, some factual inaccuracies.:
Good overview of Chinese medicine, and some good, common sense health advice. I have no doubt that centuries of experimentation and observation have led to a vast body of knowledge of the effects of different foods, exercises, herbs, etc, on the human body. However, the importance of scientific verification should not be ignored, and modern tools can and should be used to verify age old claims, so that these ancient arts can be improved by shedding false information and reinforcing correct info. With... more info
Happily surprised:
Not knowing what to expect, I was thoroughly delighted with the subjects covered in this book. More than just information to be mentally ingested, this book provides much info about Oriental philosophy, and energy exercises (chi gung). Although it could take a lifetime just to master all the material presented in this book, it is also a valuable reference for those wanting to complement their Western medical training.
Complete!:
My acupuncturist Dr. Winston Cardwell uses this book as reference. He suggested it to me and I agree that it's a great tool to answer questions and find information I can hold in my hand instead of browsing the internet hour after hour. I love being able to highlight and make notes on the pages. Thanks Doc!
Owners manual for your body.:
This book gives you all the information you need to take care of your body naturally. It is very insightful to may illnesses and cures that are not common in every day life.
