by Mehwish Iqbal (Author)
Ancient
therapeutic systems have played a tremendous role in health
preservation all around the globe for thousands of years; even the
earliest humans on earth had used these approaches along with simple
surgical procedures for the betterment of their health. Complementary and Alternative Medicinal Approaches for Enhancing Immunity
examines various aspects of health and diseases and the importance of
basic but essential factors for the preservation of health and
management of diseases.
Concisely written, the
author discusses ancient ways to enhance self-healing abilities and
stimulate the immune system such as, fasting, meditation, acupuncture,
cupping therapy, balneotherapy and aromatherapy. The importance of
nutrition and diet is also examined as it plays a crucial role in the
prevention and causation of diseases.
Additional features include:
- Discusses
how the integration of various CAM modalities helps in enhancing
self-healing abilities and boosts the human immune system.
- Contains
various topics from different systems of medicines that are taught
widely as individual courses or discussed broadly in several institutes.
- Reviews
Eastern pharmacotherapy and how using certain herbs, minerals, and
animal-based products aids in maintaining health and alleviating
diseases.
Using evidence-based knowledge
taken from ancient literature and recently published articles, this
book will inform readers on the importance of holistic health approaches
and some ancient treatment modalities that enhance the immune system to
combat diseases.
