Most Popular Books by Andrew Weil

Too many Americans are taking too many drugs? and it''s costing us our health, happiness, and lives. Prescription drug use in America has increased tenfold in the past 50 years, and over-the-counter drug use has risen just as dramatically. In addition to the dozens of medications we take to treat serious illnesses, we take drugs to help us sleep, to keep us awake, to keep our noses from running, our backs from aching, and our minds from racing. Name a symptom, there''s a pill to suppress it. Modern drugs can be miraculously life-saving, and many illnesses demand their use. But what happens when our reliance on powerful pharmaceuticals blinds us to their risks? Painful side effects and dependency are common, and adverse drug reactions are America''s fourth leading cause of death. In Mind over Meds, bestselling author Dr. Andrew Weil alerts readers to the problem of overmedication, and outlines when medicine is necessary, and when it is not. Dr. Weil examines how we came to be so drastically overmedicated, presents science that proves drugs aren''t always the best option, and provides reliable integrative medicine approaches to treating common ailments like high blood pressure, allergies, depression, and even the common cold. With case histories, healthy alternative treatments, and input from other leading physicians, Mind over Meds is the go-to resource for anyone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired.

In his #1 New York Times bestseller Spontaneous Healing, Dr. Andrew Weil opened our eyes to the body''s wondrous ability to naturally heal itself. And after the tremendous response he received from countless readers, he launched the Web site "Ask Dr. Weil" (www.drweil.com), which is a top-rated program on the Internet. Now, in this easy-to-use book, Dr. Weil offers important information that every woman should know. In WOMEN''S HEALTH, Dr. Weil addresses questions such as: -- How can I fight PMS naturally? -- What are the best methods of birth control? -- Are silicone implants really dangerous? -- Which herbs help hot flashes? -- Can hair dyes be hazardous to my health? And many more! Whether you are eager to learn about the best path to recovery from illness or just looking to improve your overall well-being, Dr. Weil''s expert advice will gently guide you toward the healthier, fuller life you deserve.

La curación espontánea...Salud total en 8 semanas...Eating Well for Optimum Health...The Healthy Kitchen...en cada uno de sus admirados bestsellers, el Dr. Andrew Weil combina enfoques tradicionales y no tradicionales de la vida saludable. Su nuevo libro, Salud con la edad, está basado en la creencia del Dr. Weil de que hay mucho que podemos hacer para mantener el buen funcionamiento de nuestros cuerpos y mentes en todas las fases de la vida, aunque el envejecimiento sea un proceso irreversible. Enormemente informativo, práctico y estimulante, está repleto de la simpática franqueza y del sentido común que han caracterizado todos sus libros.Salud con la edad explica cómo envejece el cuerpo y describe diversos posibles elíxires para extender la vida hierbas, hormonas, «medicinas» anti-edad, remedios naturales , separando los mitos de los hechos, y delineando la diferencia entre ideas falsas y posibilidades reales. También detalla una dieta fácil que protege el sistema inmunológico y ayuda al cuerpo a ser más resistente. Ofrece gran cantidad de consejos prácticos sobre ejercicios, cuidados preventivos, control del estrés, y crecimiento espiritual, todo lo cual puede ayudarle a obtener una salud óptima durante el proceso de envejecimiento.Salud con la edad un libro para personas de cualquier edad es, hasta la fecha, el libro más importante y de mayor alcance de Andrew Weil.

O médico americano Andrew Weil vale-se de um exemplo muito simples para explicar porque é tão difícil alcançar a felicidade. Isolado numa tribo indígena no meio da quente e úmida floresta amazônica na década de 1970, ele sonhava com a alegria de entornar um copo de suco bem gelado no retorno ao centro de Bogotá. Quando finamente pôde realizar seu desejo, Weil perdeu o interesse e já não acreditava que tomar um suco o deixaria tão feliz como imaginava enquanto estava na floresta. Em Felicidade espontânea, Weil constata que as pessoas geralmente se sentem infelizes e deprimidas por depositar sua felicidade em acontecimentos futuros incertos. O autor ensina através da medicina integrativa – campo da ciência que ajudou a desenvolver e que busca potencializar os resultados da conexão entre a medicina alternativa e a convencional – que a felicidade que todos procuram está dentro de nós e não fora, e que a sua conquista depende, fundamentalmente, do equilíbrio entre a saúde mental e física. Weil prefere usar o termo bem-estar emocional, em contraponto ao conceito de "felicidade", e define uma zona de contentamento, que ele chama de "nível do mar emocional", alcançada a partir da estabilização da variação entre emoções positivas e negativas. O livro é dividido em três partes. Na primeira, o leitor encontra as causas mais recorrentes da depressão e os novos métodos medicinais para manter mente e corpo saudáveis. Na segunda, o autor mostra como alcançar o bem-estar emocional na prática. Na parte final, Weil traça um programa terapêutico de oito semanas, onde sugere um conjunto de instruções e tarefas a serem levadas a cabo por todos interessados em cuidar de si. Depois de dois meses, o leitor estará pronto para perceber a diferença – e quem sabe sentir-se mais feliz.

In his #1 New York Times bestseller Spontaneous Healing, Dr. Andrew Weil opened our eyes to the body''s wondrous ability to naturally heal itself. And after the tremendous response he received from countless readers, he launched the Web site "Ask Dr. Weil" (www.drweil.com), which is a top-rated program on the Internet. Now, in this easy-to-use book, Dr. Weil offers effective methods for dealing with illness. In COMMON ILLNESSES, Dr. Weil addresses questions such as: -- How can I lick Lyme disease? -- Is there help for chronic fatigue syndrome? -- Can I fight depression without drugs? -- How can I get rid of a stomachache? -- What is the best cure for a hangover? And many more! Whether you are eager to learn about the best path to recovery from illness or just looking to improve your overall well-being, Dr. Weil''s expert advice will gently guide you toward the healthier, fuller life you deserve.

Mehr als die Hälfte aller Deutschen nimmt dauerhaft mindestens ein oder sogar mehrere Medikamente ein – aber nicht allein das ist besorgniserregend. Tabletten werden heutzutage oft voreilig und ohne gründliche Untersuchung verschrieben. Dosierungen sind häufig zu hoch und werden selten individuell auf den Patienten und seine Beschwerden abgestimmt. Zudem verfehlen viele Arzneimittel ihre Wirkung insofern, dass sie lediglich die Symptome, nicht aber die Ursachen bekämpfen. Der Bestsellerautor, Alternativmediziner und Wissenschaftler Andrew Weil führt Sie in diesem Buch durch den Medikamentendschungel und erklärt die Wirkungsweise und Einsatzzwecke der meistverordneten Medikamente ausführlich und auch für den Laien verständlich. Dabei geht er auf verbreitete Erkrankungen wie Depressionen, Schlafstörungen, Diabetes oder Bluthochdruck ein und zeigt, welche alternativen Behandlungsmethoden dafür infrage kommen. In vielen Fällen – so seine Überzeugung – kann sich der Körper sogar am besten selbst heilen. Vernunft statt Tabletten richtet sich an alle, die sich nicht auf Ärzte und Pharmaunternehmen verlassen wollen.

Arguing that the human body contains a system of healing any malady, from everyday illnesses to life-threatening ailments, a detailed guide explains how to strengthen this healing system through diet, nutrition, vitamins, and exercise. Original.

En Salud total en ocho semanas, el Dr. Andrew Weil nos brinda su famoso programa para mejorar y mantener la salud ùel programa preferido de cientos de miles de estadounidenses. El libro concentra toda la pericia del Dr. Weil, tanto en medicina tradicional como alternativa, en un práctico plan que aborda la dieta, el ejercicio, el estilo de vida, la tensión y el medio ambiente ùtodos los aspectos de la vida diaria que afectan la salud y el bienestar. El Dr. Weil también nos muestra cómo su programa puede ajustarse a las necesidades específicas de las embarazadas, los ancianos, las personas pasadas de peso y aquéllos que están en peligro de contraer cáncer, entre otros.

Delicious, nutritious, quick, and easy recipes from bestselling author Dr. Andrew Weil''s own kitchen. These days, fewer people than ever are cooking meals at home. Convincing ourselves that we don''t have time to cook, we''ve forgotten how fast, simple, and wonderfully satisfying it can be to prepare delicious meals in our own kitchens for the people we love. In FAST FOOD, GOOD FOOD, bestselling author Dr. Andrew Weil reminds us, with more than 150 easy-to-prepare recipes for delectable dishes that are irresistibly tasty and good for you. These recipes showcase fresh, high-quality ingredients and hearty flavors, like Buffalo Mozzarella Bruschetta, Five-Spice Winter Squash Soup, Greek Style Kale Salad, Pappardelle with Arugula Walnut Pesto, Pan-Seared Halibut with Green Harissa, Coconut Lemon Bars, and Pomegranate Margaritas. With guidance on following an anti-inflammatory diet and mouth-wateringly gorgeous photographs, FAST FOOD, GOOD FOOD will inspire the inner nutritionist and chef in every reader.

"A paradigm-shifting guide to peak emotional wellness. In SPONTANEOUS HAPPINESS, Dr. Andrew Weil redefines the notion of happiness and demonstrates the limitations of the biomedical model of mental health. He presents a vast, scientifically proven array of integrative treatment strategies for low mood and depression, drawing on techniques from Ayurveda, Buddhism, acupuncture, psychotherapy, mindfulness training, and much more. Dr. Weil offers advice on lifestyle, behavior, and dietary changes, and helps readers assess their own emotional well-being and build personalized step-by-step plans to manage their moods. Whether suffering from mild to moderate depression, or simply seeking greater contentment, readers can use Dr. Weil''s science-based integrative approach to achieve their goals."--Publisher''s website.

From headaches to sore feet, muscle cramps to melancholy: the remedies to many ailments can be found in the world of plants. In this guide, both botanists and medical experts explore the healing properties of herbs and other plants to reveal how they have been used in the past and how they can be used today. A resource organized by body system lists the key herbal remedies available, their uses, and cautionary advice, also includes full-color photos, a glossary and several thematic indexes.

Andrew Weil, M. D. answers questions about Sexual Health, Men''s Health, Herbal Remedies & Optimum Health.