Top Recommended Reading
Updated Apr 13, 2026
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Alternative Medicine Therapeutics
Women’s Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine
by Tori Hudson, ND
Dr. Hudson demonstrates how to use an integrative medical plan combining conventional and naturopathic health care to maintain and heal your body. This work covers a range of women’s health issues including cancer prevention, contraception, heart conditions, sexually transmitted diseases, endometriosis, menopause, menstrual cramps, osteoporosis, pregnancy, PMS and much more. Dr. Hudson provides information to help you decide when self-care is possible and when an alternative or conventional practitioner should be consulted.
Textbook of Natural Medicine, 5th Edition
by Joseph E. Pizzorno, ND, Michael T. Murray, ND
Unsurpassed in its authority and scope, the 5th Edition of the most thoroughly researched and carefully referenced text on natural medicine has been revised to include the most up-to-date information on its application to specific health problems. With over 90 well-known contributors and 10,000 citations of peer-reviewed research literature, practitioners will find accurate, detailed pharmacologic information on herbs and supplements, and crucial knowledge for making recommendations to patients.
Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine
by Michael Murray, ND, Joe Pizzorno, ND
This is a problem-oriented treatment approach to 73 different medical conditions. Treatments include the therapeutic use of diet and exercise, nutritional, supplements and herbal therapies. Most of the therapies included can be supported by scientific research. This book is a good reference for both the practitioner and the educated or eager-to-learn consumer. For those who want more, scientific references are provided.
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