A Z Illustrated Health Guide

The best weapon against any condition is knowledge. Learn from the experts in Mayo Clinic's complete guide to identifying, treating, and preventing a broad range of common medical issues.

Inside you'll find:

• Easy-to-understand explanations of more than 100 health conditions
• Comprehensive lists of frequent signs and symptoms
• Professional insight on tests and procedures used to make a diagnosis
• Essential advice on treatments, including commonly used medications
• Up-to-date prevention guidelines for illnesses that may affect your quality of life

Featuring clear illustrations and accessible writing, Mayo Clinic A to Z Health Guide is a must-have health resource for every home.

Can an apple a day keep the doctor away? The A-Z Guide to Food As Medicine addresses food folklore by exploring the scientific findings about physiological effects of over 250 foods, food groups, nutrients, and phytochemicals. Today, health care providers are fielding more questions from patients on how to help improve their nutritional health

It's now proven beyond all doubt that eating more leafy green vegetables helps to prevent cancer. This book offers information on how food affects your health, well-being, ageing, ability to fight disease and quality of life. It covers common illnesses and diseases.

In this comprehensive guide, registered dietician Leslie Beck gives you the tools you need to manage common health concerns with diet, vitamins, minerals, and herbs. The Complete A—Z Nutrition Encyclopedia provides you with: • •up-to-date information about how your food choices affect your health •a simplified look at proper nutrition, with opportunities for you to put your new-found knowledge into practice •the latest facts about common herbal and dietary supplements •seventy-five common health issues and dietary strategies for managing them •a comprehensive resource section You'll find a wealth of information that can help you prevent disease, increase your energy, boost your immune system, and achieve optimal health.

Includes first aid, choking, and CPR chart.