The modern techniques of holistic and alternative healing and natural remedies have been alive in the "old ways" of Native American medicine for centuries. This comprehensive guide introduces the Native American concept of healing, which incorporates body, mind, and spirit and stresses the importance of keeping all three in balance.

Dr. Anthony Cichoke explains the philosophy behind American Indian healing practices as well as other therapies, such as sweat lodges, used in conjunction with herbs. He examines each herb in an accessible A-to-Z format, explaining its healing properties and varying uses in individual tribes. Finally, he details Native American healing formulas and recipes for treating particular ailments, from hemorrhoids to stress.

Enzymes--living substances that regulate health--work with certain minerals in our bodies to form an antioxidant system that fights corrosive free radicals. This fully updated second edition explains how to make the most of this amazing natural partnership to speed recovery from injury and lessen the effects of back pain, multiple sclerosis, viruses, and fatigue.

This book is chock full of practical information on enzymes, and gives easy tips to include enzymes in a healthy diet. Recipes for enzyme-rich foods to soothe the palate and improve health are illustrated with full color photos. Eating enzyme-rich foods can help prevent and even cure many diseases. Dr. Cichoke provides valuable information about enzyme deficiencies, enzyme-rich foods, healing with enzymes, and energ zing enzyme supplements.

Bromelain, an enzyme derived from pineapple, is an efficient digestive aid, has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties, and is a helpful aid in cancer and angina treatments.