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About the Author
In addition to revising the sixth edition of Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Stacey J. Bell, DSc, has been a registered dietitian and nutritionist for more than forty years. She received a doctorate in nutrition, with honors, from Boston University. Bell has served on the faculty at Harvard Medical School and published more than seventy peer-reviewed scientific articles.
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The human body is the greatest machine on earth. Nerve signals travel through muscles at speeds as fast as 200 miles per hour. The brain puts out enough electric power to light a 60-watt lightbulb. If your leg muscles moved as fast as your eye muscles, you could walk over fifty miles in one day. According to scientists, bone is among the strongest building materials known to humankind.
Think of your body as being composed of millions of tiny little engines. Some of these engines work in unison; some work independently. All are on call twenty-four hours a day. In order for the engines to work properly, they require specific fuels. If the type of fuel given is the wrong blend, the engine will not perform to its maximum capacity. If the fuel is of a poor grade, the engine may sputter, hesitate, and lose power. If the engine is given no fuel at all, it will stop.
The fuel we give our bodies’ engines comes directly from the things we consume. The foods we eat contain nutrients. These nutrients come in the form of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, water, amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. It is these nutrients that sustain life by providing us with the basic materials our bodies need to carry on their daily functions.
Individual nutrients differ in form and function, and in the amount needed by the body; however, they are all vital to our health. The actions that involve nutrients take place on microscopic levels, and the specific processes differ greatly. Nutrients are involved in all body processes, from combating infection to repairing tissue to thinking. Although nutrients have different specific functions, their common function is to keep us going.
Research has shown that each part of the body contains high concentrations of certain nutrients. A deficiency of those nutrients will cause the body part to malfunction and eventually break down—and, like dominoes, other body parts will follow. To keep this from happening, we need a proper diet and appropriate nutritional supplements. Brain function, memory, skin elasticity, eyesight, energy, the ratio of lean to fat tissue in the body, and overall health are all indications of how well the body is functioning. With the help of the proper nutrients, exercise, and a balanced diet, we can slow the aging process and greatly improve our chances for a healthier, pain-free—and possibly longer—life.
If we do not give ourselves the proper nutrients, we can impair the body’s normal functions and cause ourselves great harm. Even if we show no signs of illness, we may not necessarily be healthy. It simply may be that we are not yet exhibiting any overt symptoms of illness. One problem most of us have is that we do not get the nutrients we need from our diets because most of the foods we consume are cooked and/or processed. Cooking food at high temperatures and conventional food processing destroy vital nutrients the body needs to function properly. The organic raw foods that supply these elements are largely missing from today’s diet.
The past decade has brought to light much new knowledge about nutrition and its effects on the body, and the role it plays in disease. Phytochemicals, also known as phytonutrients, are one example of the results of this research.
Phytochemicals are compounds present in plants that make the plants biologically active. All fruits and vegetables contain phytochemicals. However, since few people eat enough fruits and vegetables to get the optimum amount of phytochemicals from diet alone, supplementation is recommended. Phytochemicals are not nutrients in the classic sense, but they determine a plant’s color, flavor, and ability to resist disease. Researchers have identified literally thousands of phytochemicals and also have developed the technology to extract these chemical compounds and concentrate them into pills, powders, and capsules. These products are included under the term “nutraceuticals.” The FDA uses the term “dietary supplement” to define natural compounds like phytochemicals.
Your body’s nutritional needs are as unique to you as your appearance is. The first essential step toward wellness is to be sure you are getting the correct amounts of the proper nutrients. By understanding the principles of holistic nutrition and knowing what nutrients you need, you can improve the state of your health, ward off disease, and maintain a harmonious balance in the way nature intended. Part One of this book should provide you with a clear understanding of the vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, phytochemicals, and other nutrients you need, as well as important information on natural food supplements, herbs, and products that enhance nutrient activity. Eating a healthful diet and supplementing your diet with appropriate nutrients will help to assure that your organs, cells, and tissues get the fuel they need to operate properly. The nutrients suggested in this book promote healing and wellness by allowing the body to heal and reinvigorate itself.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars An incredibly thorough guide for natural healing!
Let me just say, I was not expecting a textbook — but I’m definitely not mad about it! For such a low price, I thought I’d be getting a small pocket-sized guide, but this book is huge and packed with information. It covers everything from vitamins and minerals to herbs, food supplements, and natural remedies for a wide range of conditions. It’s easy to navigate and perfect for anyone starting (or deepening) their natural wellness journey. This is one of those reference books you’ll keep going back to again and again!
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic reference
I bought "his book soon after it came out years ago and decided to get an updated version. I am not disappointed. I don't use as many herbal remedies as I used to, but this book is a great reference when you want to look up some information about several herbs, vitamins, and other general health information at one time. I know AI can do this, but sometimes it's nice to flip through the pages of an old standard. It is a huge book and a wealth of information. sonetimes it's nice not to scroll ...
5.0 out of 5 stars An Essential Wellness Resource for Every Home
Prescription for Nutritional Healing is an absolute treasure trove of natural health wisdom. This book is like having a holistic health practitioner on your bookshelf—offering in-depth, practical guidance on using nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle practices to support healing and prevent illness.What sets this book apart is its incredible thoroughness. From common ailments to more complex health conditions, it provides detailed yet accessible explanations, along with recommendations that feel empowering rather than overwhelming. I especially appreciate how it blends traditional nutritional science with natural remedies, giving readers a wide spectrum of tools to support the body’s innate healing processes.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for those who love natural medicine!
So informative, so good!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great information on a variety of conditions and treatments
Wonderful information for simple solutions and very educational in language the layman can comprehend. We have had one on hand for more than 10 years for reference info. Highly recommend.
4.0 out of 5 stars It was what I ordered
Look for this book every five years very helpful lots of information which I have to study
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceeded My Expectations!
I’m very pleased with this product! It works exactly as described and has exceeded my expectations. The quality is excellent, and it’s clear that it was designed with care and attention to detail. It’s easy to use, reliable, and has made a positive difference in my daily routine. Overall, a great purchase, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a product like this!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great home remedies book.
Great book for finding natural remedies to illness. Large print so it’s easy to read.Find healing remedies that have been forgotten or overlooked.
5☆
5☆
received in good condition
it looks like 2nd hand book but condition quite good, at this affordable price to get the knowledge is worth!
Very educational
Very educational book. Lots of information inside.
PAPEL FINÍSIMO...COMO DE LIAR TABACO...Y MAL REDACTADO Y ESTRUCTURADO según mi parecer
Lo he devuelto porque EL PAPEL DE IMPRESIÓN ES EL MÁS FINO Y DÉBIL QUE HE VISTO EN MI VIDA... No sabría decir cuánto podría durar sin romper. Además está, en mi opinión, bastante MAL ESTRUCTURADO y REDACTADO. No me ha parecido muy útil ni agradable de leer en absoluto. Con demasiados consejos que se repiten para un montón de dolencias diferentes. Incluso más centrado en la enfermedad que en la Salud. Me refiero al nivel de Consciencia desde el cual ha sido redactado. Demasiados suplementos y muy muy poquito de alimentación para llamarse "Nutritional Healing"... ME PARECE MUCHO MEJOR "NATURAL CURES" con el Dr. Mark Stengler, por ejemplo. Infelizmente el Dr. Phyllis A. Balch nos ha dejado en el año 2006. La última edición íntegramente redactada y revisada por él fué la 4° edición, publicada a posteriori, en 2010. La 5° y 6° las han revisado ó redactado otras personas. Ignoro cómo eran la 4° ó 5° edición, pero ésta 6° con esta IMPRESIÓN EN PAPEL DE LIAR ES LAMENTABLE... Y deberían ofrecer otra opción en mejor papel aunque fuese más caro. Habrá mucha gente que le hagan gracia los libros electrónicos, pero... Creo que hay que cuidar también a quienes seguimos preferiendo el libro de siempre. MUCHAS GRACIAS.
Big book full of interesting information
This book is huge! I bought it as a gift from my mum's wish list and was surprised at how big and comprehensive it is.I only flicked through it before wrapping it up, but it seemed really interesting. I may need to buy one for myself.The quality of the cover and pages seemed really nice, and the cover is bright and Eye catching.I would recommend this book.
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
About the Author
In addition to revising the sixth edition of Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Stacey J. Bell, DSc, has been a registered dietitian and nutritionist for more than forty years. She received a doctorate in nutrition, with honors, from Boston University. Bell has served on the faculty at Harvard Medical School and published more than seventy peer-reviewed scientific articles.
Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.
The human body is the greatest machine on earth. Nerve signals travel through muscles at speeds as fast as 200 miles per hour. The brain puts out enough electric power to light a 60-watt lightbulb. If your leg muscles moved as fast as your eye muscles, you could walk over fifty miles in one day. According to scientists, bone is among the strongest building materials known to humankind.
Think of your body as being composed of millions of tiny little engines. Some of these engines work in unison; some work independently. All are on call twenty-four hours a day. In order for the engines to work properly, they require specific fuels. If the type of fuel given is the wrong blend, the engine will not perform to its maximum capacity. If the fuel is of a poor grade, the engine may sputter, hesitate, and lose power. If the engine is given no fuel at all, it will stop.
The fuel we give our bodies’ engines comes directly from the things we consume. The foods we eat contain nutrients. These nutrients come in the form of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, water, amino acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. It is these nutrients that sustain life by providing us with the basic materials our bodies need to carry on their daily functions.
Individual nutrients differ in form and function, and in the amount needed by the body; however, they are all vital to our health. The actions that involve nutrients take place on microscopic levels, and the specific processes differ greatly. Nutrients are involved in all body processes, from combating infection to repairing tissue to thinking. Although nutrients have different specific functions, their common function is to keep us going.
Research has shown that each part of the body contains high concentrations of certain nutrients. A deficiency of those nutrients will cause the body part to malfunction and eventually break down—and, like dominoes, other body parts will follow. To keep this from happening, we need a proper diet and appropriate nutritional supplements. Brain function, memory, skin elasticity, eyesight, energy, the ratio of lean to fat tissue in the body, and overall health are all indications of how well the body is functioning. With the help of the proper nutrients, exercise, and a balanced diet, we can slow the aging process and greatly improve our chances for a healthier, pain-free—and possibly longer—life.
If we do not give ourselves the proper nutrients, we can impair the body’s normal functions and cause ourselves great harm. Even if we show no signs of illness, we may not necessarily be healthy. It simply may be that we are not yet exhibiting any overt symptoms of illness. One problem most of us have is that we do not get the nutrients we need from our diets because most of the foods we consume are cooked and/or processed. Cooking food at high temperatures and conventional food processing destroy vital nutrients the body needs to function properly. The organic raw foods that supply these elements are largely missing from today’s diet.
The past decade has brought to light much new knowledge about nutrition and its effects on the body, and the role it plays in disease. Phytochemicals, also known as phytonutrients, are one example of the results of this research.
Phytochemicals are compounds present in plants that make the plants biologically active. All fruits and vegetables contain phytochemicals. However, since few people eat enough fruits and vegetables to get the optimum amount of phytochemicals from diet alone, supplementation is recommended. Phytochemicals are not nutrients in the classic sense, but they determine a plant’s color, flavor, and ability to resist disease. Researchers have identified literally thousands of phytochemicals and also have developed the technology to extract these chemical compounds and concentrate them into pills, powders, and capsules. These products are included under the term “nutraceuticals.” The FDA uses the term “dietary supplement” to define natural compounds like phytochemicals.
Your body’s nutritional needs are as unique to you as your appearance is. The first essential step toward wellness is to be sure you are getting the correct amounts of the proper nutrients. By understanding the principles of holistic nutrition and knowing what nutrients you need, you can improve the state of your health, ward off disease, and maintain a harmonious balance in the way nature intended. Part One of this book should provide you with a clear understanding of the vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, phytochemicals, and other nutrients you need, as well as important information on natural food supplements, herbs, and products that enhance nutrient activity. Eating a healthful diet and supplementing your diet with appropriate nutrients will help to assure that your organs, cells, and tissues get the fuel they need to operate properly. The nutrients suggested in this book promote healing and wellness by allowing the body to heal and reinvigorate itself.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars An incredibly thorough guide for natural healing!
Let me just say, I was not expecting a textbook — but I’m definitely not mad about it! For such a low price, I thought I’d be getting a small pocket-sized guide, but this book is huge and packed with information. It covers everything from vitamins and minerals to herbs, food supplements, and natural remedies for a wide range of conditions. It’s easy to navigate and perfect for anyone starting (or deepening) their natural wellness journey. This is one of those reference books you’ll keep going back to again and again!
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic reference
I bought "his book soon after it came out years ago and decided to get an updated version. I am not disappointed. I don't use as many herbal remedies as I used to, but this book is a great reference when you want to look up some information about several herbs, vitamins, and other general health information at one time. I know AI can do this, but sometimes it's nice to flip through the pages of an old standard. It is a huge book and a wealth of information. sonetimes it's nice not to scroll ...
5.0 out of 5 stars An Essential Wellness Resource for Every Home
Prescription for Nutritional Healing is an absolute treasure trove of natural health wisdom. This book is like having a holistic health practitioner on your bookshelf—offering in-depth, practical guidance on using nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle practices to support healing and prevent illness.What sets this book apart is its incredible thoroughness. From common ailments to more complex health conditions, it provides detailed yet accessible explanations, along with recommendations that feel empowering rather than overwhelming. I especially appreciate how it blends traditional nutritional science with natural remedies, giving readers a wide spectrum of tools to support the body’s innate healing processes.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for those who love natural medicine!
So informative, so good!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great information on a variety of conditions and treatments
Wonderful information for simple solutions and very educational in language the layman can comprehend. We have had one on hand for more than 10 years for reference info. Highly recommend.
4.0 out of 5 stars It was what I ordered
Look for this book every five years very helpful lots of information which I have to study
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceeded My Expectations!
I’m very pleased with this product! It works exactly as described and has exceeded my expectations. The quality is excellent, and it’s clear that it was designed with care and attention to detail. It’s easy to use, reliable, and has made a positive difference in my daily routine. Overall, a great purchase, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a product like this!
5.0 out of 5 stars Great home remedies book.
Great book for finding natural remedies to illness. Large print so it’s easy to read.Find healing remedies that have been forgotten or overlooked.
5☆
5☆
received in good condition
it looks like 2nd hand book but condition quite good, at this affordable price to get the knowledge is worth!
Very educational
Very educational book. Lots of information inside.
PAPEL FINÍSIMO...COMO DE LIAR TABACO...Y MAL REDACTADO Y ESTRUCTURADO según mi parecer
Lo he devuelto porque EL PAPEL DE IMPRESIÓN ES EL MÁS FINO Y DÉBIL QUE HE VISTO EN MI VIDA... No sabría decir cuánto podría durar sin romper. Además está, en mi opinión, bastante MAL ESTRUCTURADO y REDACTADO. No me ha parecido muy útil ni agradable de leer en absoluto. Con demasiados consejos que se repiten para un montón de dolencias diferentes. Incluso más centrado en la enfermedad que en la Salud. Me refiero al nivel de Consciencia desde el cual ha sido redactado. Demasiados suplementos y muy muy poquito de alimentación para llamarse "Nutritional Healing"... ME PARECE MUCHO MEJOR "NATURAL CURES" con el Dr. Mark Stengler, por ejemplo. Infelizmente el Dr. Phyllis A. Balch nos ha dejado en el año 2006. La última edición íntegramente redactada y revisada por él fué la 4° edición, publicada a posteriori, en 2010. La 5° y 6° las han revisado ó redactado otras personas. Ignoro cómo eran la 4° ó 5° edición, pero ésta 6° con esta IMPRESIÓN EN PAPEL DE LIAR ES LAMENTABLE... Y deberían ofrecer otra opción en mejor papel aunque fuese más caro. Habrá mucha gente que le hagan gracia los libros electrónicos, pero... Creo que hay que cuidar también a quienes seguimos preferiendo el libro de siempre. MUCHAS GRACIAS.
Big book full of interesting information
This book is huge! I bought it as a gift from my mum's wish list and was surprised at how big and comprehensive it is.I only flicked through it before wrapping it up, but it seemed really interesting. I may need to buy one for myself.The quality of the cover and pages seemed really nice, and the cover is bright and Eye catching.I would recommend this book.
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