Natural Medicine – A Practical Guide to Family Health by Beth MacEoin

Natural Medicine – A Practical Guide to Family Health by Beth MacEoin is a one-volume home reference to complementary and alternative therapies. It was written in association with the Natural Medicines Society, the British consumer body for natural health care, and carries a foreword by Leslie Kenton, the Society’s founding chairperson. This is the first edition, published in hardcover by Bloomsbury in London in 1999 and printed in Singapore.

The book explains the principles behind each of the major healing systems, from homeopathy and herbal medicine to acupuncture, osteopathy, chiropractic, ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. It helps readers choose the therapy that suits them, describes what to expect during a treatment session, and offers guidance on finding a well-trained practitioner. A large step-by-step section covers the assessment and, where appropriate, home treatment of more than 120 ailments and conditions, from insect bites and colds to more complex problems.

MacEoin worked with consultants from the Natural Medicines Society, and the text was checked by experts from leading regulatory bodies for complementary therapies, giving Natural Medicine a careful, practical character.

A useful reference for families interested in natural health care, students of complementary therapies, and anyone wanting a clear overview of the main alternative healing traditions in one volume.

Condition – Near Fine

A clean copy of the 1999 first edition, bound in black cloth, in a near fine dust jacket. The dust jacket shows very light edge wear. Internally the book is clean, with no issues to report.