Written by a leading practitioner in the field, this clear and practical guide describes the use of key Chinese and Western herbs in the treatment of childhood illnesses, focusing on methods of treatment that lead a child back to health rather than suppress symptoms. The book examines remedies used for a wide variety of common conditions and illnesses, and explores how to break the cycle of symptoms leading to a chronic condition. It conveys a solid understanding of the particular needs and unique aspects of treating children, at a level that is accessible to both the practitioner and the interested parent.
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Preface Introduction Part 1. Basic Concepts 1. Energy and Health 2. Energetic Patterns of Illness 3. Diet 4. Fevers and Infectious Diseases 5. Echo Patterns 6. Stages of Growth and their Relation to Illness 7. Diagnosis Part 2. Using Herbs 8. Administering Herbs 9. Materia Medica; Herbs; Homoeopathy; Massages Part 3. The Treatment of Diseases Section 1: Digestive 10. Constipation 11. Diarrhea 12. Colic 13. Regurgitation and Continued Vomiting 14. Poor Appetite 15. Food Allergies Section 2: Infectious and respiratory 16. Fevers - Leading a Child through Fevers 17. Chronic Cough 18. Asthma 19. Acute Cough Section 3: Childhood Diseases 20. Whooping Cough 21. Measles 22. Mumps 23. Immunizations - Preparation Before and Treatment of Side Effects Section 4: Miscellaneous 24. Ear Infections 25. Sleeping Problems 26. Eczema 27. ADD and ADHD Appendix 1 Calcium in Food Appendix 2 The Functions of Some Herbs as Described in Chinese Texts Glossary Bibliography
