Table of Contents

Part One
The Inflammation Syndrome

1 The Body’s Defenses
Inflammation Reactions

2 Physical Effects of Inflammation
Redness, Swelling, Pain, and Heat

3 Fifty Illnesses Characterized by Inflammation
Common Examples of Inflammation Symptoms

4 How Anti-Inflammatory Agents Work
The Biochemistry of Inflammation

Part Two
Natural Substances That Fight Inflammation

5 Eighteen Anti-Inflammatory Plants
Cortisone Stimulators, Inflammation Blockers, and Antihistamines

6 Supplements and Diets for Fighting Inflammation
Omega-3s and Alkaline Minerals

7 Hydrotherapy
The Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Cold Water

Appendix: Directory of Illnesses and

Recommended Anti-Inflammatories

Illustration Credits

Index

About the Author

Christopher Vasey, N.D., is a naturopath specializing in detoxification and rejuvenation. He is the author of The Acid-Alkaline Diet for Optimum Health, Optimal Detox, The Naturopathic Way, The Water Prescription, The Whey Prescription, The Detox Mono Diet, and The Healing Power of Fever. He lives near Montreux, Switzerland.

Reviews

“This book contains very valuable information. The author has provided the background of each herb and its dose for a particular health condition. It is easy to read and will serve as a useful source of information for those who are interested in herbal remedies for inflammation.”
*Kedar N. Prasad, Ph.D., author of Fighting Cancer with Vitamins and Antioxidants*