[Dossier Santé Democrite, A lire*** 05] • Secrets of Self-Healing

**East meets West in this extraordinary guide to natural healing by a

prominent doctor of Chinese medicine and the author of _Secrets of

Longevity_**.

Dr. Mao's philosophy is simple: We all have a built-in healing ability, so why

not try to activate it with natural means before we resort to drugs and

invasive procedures? For the common cold, why not exploit the power of garlic,

ginger, and the herb astragalus instead of taking cold medicine that simply

replaces symptoms with side effects? For insomnia, why not try to find a long-

term solution through acupressure or feng shui instead of popping sleeping

pills, which don't treat the source of the problem?

Chinese medicine sees well-being as a result of a balanced life, not just a

healthy body. In Part One of _Secrets of Self-Healing_ , Dr. Mao explains that

healing food and herbs, exercise, a positive emotional life, a suitable living

environment, and spiritual growth are all essential to vitality and lasting

health. Using examples of his own patients' experiences, he demonstrates:

\- How negative emotions can make us ill

\- How clutter in our homes can create imbalances in our bodies

\- How Eastern and Western medicine can work together to fight cancer

Then, in Part Two, he reveals detailed home remedies for seventy common

ailments, such as sore throat, allergies, high blood pressure, sunburn,

insomnia, memory loss, and jet lag. Inspirational yet practical, _Secrets of

Self-Healing_ will put readers on the path to a balanced and healthy life.