Health Basics: A Doctor's Plainspoken Advice about How Your Body Works and What to Do When It Doesn't

This book explains how the body works and provides strategiesto make it work better. It begins with a discussion on thecomputation of fat grams obtained by multiplying calories by (.3)and dividing the overall result by 9. The author cautionsagainst having too much sugar, fats or sweets in the diet.He advises to increase Omega-3 fatty acids, soy, fiber, Ca.,B vitamins and Vitamins A-E (anti-oxidants)Dr. Richardson advises us to avoid or minimize red meat, butter,cheese and to reduce milk consumption. In addition, he stressesthat we should have realistic weight loss goals, reduce smokingand reduce alcohol. Recommended dietary supplements are aloe,Ca., capsicum, chamomile, CO Q 10 enzyme, cranberry,echinacea, flaxseed, garlic, ginger, ginseng, gingko biloba,grapeseed extract, licorice,peppermint and psyllium.He indicates that sleep apneas can precipitate heart arrhythmias.There is an important section dealing with arthritis. The authorexplains that the Cox-2 inhibitors are safer than aspirin forreducing inflammation. Dr. Richardson explains how chlamydiaare an infectious agent in plaque. In addition, the C-reactiveprotein is a marker for inflammation. Special tests indicatingan increase in homosystein levels are causative factors inblood clots. The author explains how magnets influence pain signals transmitted in sensory nerves. In addition, generalmagnetic fields alter electrical impulse conduction.Peak flow devices and meter dose inhalers measure and monitorair flow. These assist patients in maintaining breathingcapacity/function. This work is a treasure chest of medicalknowledge which is a "must read" for your personal medicinallibrary.

Very helpful health and medical information resource written in a very easy to read and understand format. A "must-have" resource for your family. A highly recommended gift for family and friends.

As a senior citizen I find in this book the answers to many of my questions. It's full of information and advice. Older folks tend to fret. This book helps distinguish between real and imagined problems. It's written in a user-friendly manner.

In this world of information overload it is refreshing to finally read from an author who avoids sensational yet unproven theories and fads in health care that others use to sell their books. Dr Richardson give us accurate and understandable advice about our bodies and the diseases we may face. He does this in such a clear and practical way that it almost makes me want to move to Charlotte just to have him as my personal physician! This is the health care book I have been looking for and I highly recommend it to all!

I have already pulled this book out three times in the first week that I have had it to look up specific conditions affecting me, my family or friends. I like the amount of information given and found the explanations easy to understand without being simplistic. Very user friendly reading!You will want to read all of Part One which explains (in a way that motivated me) the effects of your current diet, exercise, drinking, smoking behavior on your current and future health. I also found it helped me initiate discussions with my parents about their health habits in a non-judgmental way. You will learn a lot in the straight-forward section about all those dietary supplements you see advertised today.Part Two is the reference guide. Very well organized with very helpful glossery and index. You will reach for this guide often when someone you know is having health challenges.