As many as one billion people are regularly exposed to indoor air pollution levels exceeding WHO guidelines by up to 100 times. This book addresses issues of particular importance to developing countries where polluting activies have been growing, but local research and preventive and protective measures are at an early stage. There have been considerable advances in the epidemiology of air pollution, changes in the international air pollution guidelines and the emergence of more systematic approaches to air pollution prevention and control. This text is intended to fill a gap in the literature on air pollution and health. The chapters have been commissioned from leading researchers in both the scientific and policy areas of air pollution and health.

he therapies outlined in this book provide safe and effective option for diabetics. Numerous vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other nutrients can help prevent or control diabetes. This book examines clinically proven dietary strategies, supplements, and lifestyle changes.

The author presents valuable research material on every conceivable aspect of the prostate in a cogent and easily accessible narrative. This book defines exactly what the prostate is and how it is vulnerable to disease. Contains an excellent glossary of terms, a list of helpful resources, and an index.

Diabetes is on the increase. And it is largely due to obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. Diabetes is related to inheritance, poor diet and lifestyle choices and being a couch potato. The end result is cardiovascular disease, stroke, loss of eyesight, damaged kidneys and amputations. The current buzz word concerning the cause of Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease is metabolic syndrome, previously called Syndrome X.

Practical and proven health suggestions for Types 1 and 2 diabetes. Helps readers create a program to address diabetes and its complications and improve their health and well-being.

Foodborne pathogens enter the body through the intestinal tract where they cause temporary upsets. However, if they go from the intestinal tract into the bloodstream, they can invade other organs, systems, and structures, where they inflict damage such as some forms of heart disease, arthritis, and cancer. This book discusses the rising incidence of foodborne illness, and suggests ways in which the food regulators, and we, the consumers, can achieve a safer food supply.

Frank Murray opens the narrative with a history of acupuncture, then co-author Dr. Jun Xu explains how acupunctures "magic needles" release a natural energy that can alleviate even longstanding health conditions - including asthma, bronchitis, substance abuse, headaches, and hypertension. He continues with a discussion of how acupuncture works, what conditions are most responsive to it, and which treatments are approved by physicians and health organziations. Case histories, tips for practitioners, a glossary of terms, and a reference section is included.

The author presents valuable research material on every conceivable aspect of the prostate in a cogent and easily accessible narrative. This book defines exactly what the prostate is and how it is vulnerable to disease. Contains an excellent glossary of terms, a list of helpful resources, and an index.

This comprehensive volume spotlights the latest research into how and why the much-maligned and misunderstood Vitamin D is finally coming into its own, and how to gain the greatest benefits from it. Vitamin D keeps a range of chronic and life-threatening diseases at bay.

Discusses the eight most common vein complications: varicose veins, hemorrhoids, diabetes, leg ulcers, ankle swelling, capillary fragility, leg cramps and phlebitis. A safe, natural, and effective solution for these conditions is in the rind of sweet oranges, an anti-inflammatory bioflavonoid called diosmin. In supplement form diosmin promotes strong veins, healthy legs, and sound circulation. Sources and brand names for diosmin supplements are included.

Pictorial account of the preparation and transportation of the CIA A-12 Blackbird from the SkunkWorks in Burbank, California to Area 51.

This title deals with how a "friendly" microorganism pays its way in your body.

This title deals with their effect on cancer, inflammation and more.