The family medicine chest - Michael Van Straten

A practical and easy to use guide to treating common ailments using both conventional and complementary medicine. Written by an expert team, this book provides an essential reference to the most common ailments suffered by the family. It takes the common sense view that both kinds of medicine can help - suggesting treatments using conventional drugs as well as herbal, homeopathic or aromatherapeutic remedies, thus allowing the reader to make an educated choice. There is advice on exercise and preventative therapies such as yoga, acupressure and reflexology, as well as guidance on how to make remedies for yourself and what essential medicines you should have in your home.