Natural Alternatives to Prozac
Author: Michael T Murray
Though millions of depressed Americans take Prozac safely and successully, many others suffer uncomfortable or even dangerous side effects. But they needn't despair: In this comprehensive guide to relieving depression without pharmaceuticals, Michael Murray, N.D., explains the disorder itself and various exacerbating factors, including tobacco, alcohol, and caffeine; lists a range of new treatments known to produce the theraputic effects of Prozac, from St. John's Wort and Ginkgo Biloba extract to exercise programs and guided imagery, as well as the pros and cons of the much-touted "miracle drug" melatonin. Filled with detailed, practical information, this is a useful resource for anyone seeking an alternative to Prozac.
Table of Contents:
| Preface | ||
| Before You Read On | ||
| Ch. 1 | The Prozac Phenomenon | 1 |
| Ch. 2 | A Different View of Depression | 14 |
| Ch. 3 | Ruling Out an Organic Cause | 55 |
| Ch. 4 | Lifestyle Factors in Depression | 82 |
| Ch. 5 | Nutritional Factors in Depression | 105 |
| Ch. 6 | St. John's Wort Extract | 130 |
| Ch. 7 | Kava Extract | 140 |
| Ch. 8 | Ginkgo Biloba Extract | 152 |
| Ch. 9 | Amino Acids | 167 |
| Ch. 10 | Melatonin | 181 |
| Ch. 11 | Putting It All Together | 188 |
| References | 193 | |
| Index | 213 |
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Terpenes: Flavors, Fragrances, Pharmaca, Pheromones
Author: Eberhard Breitmaier
This concise overview of the structures of terpenes and their applications covers both the structure, natural sources, biological and pharmacological effects, as well as selected total syntheses. This book includes a chapter on structure determination, as well as added information on biogenesis, polycyclic terpenes, gingkoloids and neo-hopanes.
An ideal introductory book for anybody starting work in this field.
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