Directed primarily to the health professional, this book covers all aspects of amino acid therapy and discusses conditions that respond particularly well to this treatment.

Based on research this book illustrates the healing power and potential of the 20 amino acids from which we are made. behaviour such as stopping addiction to alcohol and reducing craving for sugar through their influence on the brain and nervous system. amino acids in therapy and in the prevention of illness. A note to readers advises careful consideration to the nature of their particular health problem and to consult a compenent physician if in any doubt and to ensure that amino acids are purchased from a reputable manufacturer and lists recommended manufacturers and suppliers. Leon Chaitow has written many books on this subject, the latest being Your Complete Stress-Proofing Programme and Your Own Slimming and Health Programme.

Amino Acid - New Insights and Roles in Plant and Animal provides useful information on new aspects of amino acid structure, synthesis reactions, dietary application in animals, and metabolism in plants. Section 1 includes chapters that describe the therapeutic uses, antiallergic effects, new aspects in the D-amino acid structure, historical background of desmosines, and stereoselective synthesis of ?-aminophosphonic acids. Section 2 presents the role of amino acids in plants, which includes new insights and aspects of D-amino acids, metabolism and transport in soybean, changes during energy storage compound accumulation of microalgae, and determination of amino acids from natural compounds. Section 3 describes the chapters on methodologies and requirement of dietary amino acids for Japanese quails, laying hens, and finishing pigs. The final chapter identifies potential importance of glutathione S-transferase activity for generating resistance to triclabendazole in Fasciola hepatica.

From Simon & Schuster, Amino Revolution is Robert Erdmann's breakthrough program that will change the way you feel. Clinical studies have shown that amino acids - the building blocks of protein - can, if taken as dietary supplements, strongly enhance an individual's overall well-being, as well as prevent specific ailments. Let Robert Erdmann explain...

Heal with Amino Acids and Nutrients is an updated and expanded book with 244 information packed pages by Drs. Billie Sahley and Kathy Birkner. If you remove the water and fat from the body, 75% of what remains are amino acids. Understand our amino acids (proteins) and why they are so vital to our health. Learn why you have amino acid deficiencies, and what you can take to correct these deficiencies with easy-to-understand instructions and protocols. Feel better, think better, and stay healthy naturally without drugs. Heal with Amino Acids and Nutrients is consumer friendly providing the latest information on amino acids and nutrients including scientific research on amino acids. The text is easy-to-understand, yet it provides detailed information for consumers and physicians. Find answers that offer hope and relief without drugs. Learn how you can improve your health by putting back in the brain and body what belongs.

Are you a part of the bad mood epidemic? Here are the answers you've been looking for! Julia Ross’s plan provides a natural cure for your mood. Drawing on thirty years of experience, she presents breakthrough solutions to overcoming depression, anxiety, irritability, stress, and other negative emotional states that are diminishing the quality of our lives. Her comprehensive program is based on the use of four mood-building amino acids and other surprisingly potent nutrient supplements, plus a diet rich in good-mood foods such as protein, healthy fat, and certain key vegetables. Including an individualized mood-type questionnaire, The Mood Cure has all the tools to help you get started today and feel better tomorrow.

The first edition of this innovative book brought a new perspective to the metabolic and therapeutic aspects of amino acids in clinical nutrition. Since its publication, a number of very important advances have been made in the field and interesting new findings have emerged. Until now, no reference has fully explored the promising new developments

It is a commonly held belief that athletes, particularly body builders, have greater requirements for dietary protein than sedentary individuals. However, the evidence in support of this contention is controversial. This book is the latest in a series of publications designed to inform both civilian and military scientists and personnel about issues related to nutrition and military service. Among the many other stressors they experience, soldiers face unique nutritional demands during combat. Of particular concern is the role that dietary protein might play in controlling muscle mass and strength, response to injury and infection, and cognitive performance. The first part of the book contains the committee's summary of the workshop, responses to the Army's questions, conclusions, and recommendations. The remainder of the book contains papers contributed by speakers at the workshop on such topics as, the effects of aging and hormones on regulation of muscle mass and function, alterations in protein metabolism due to the stress of injury or infection, the role of individual amino acids, the components of proteins, as neurotransmitters, hormones, and modulators of various physiological processes, and the efficacy and safety considerations associated with dietary supplements aimed at enhancing performance.

More than 100,000 copies later, this breakthrough program is more effective than ever— substantially revised and updated to include the author's latest clinical research. For the more than 160 million overweight Americans, dieting is a failure. Based on more than twenty years of proven clinical results, The Diet Cure's revolutionary approach curbs food cravings and restores the brain's mood and appetite chemistry in twenty-four hours. Beginning with her 8-Step Quick Symptom Questionnaire, celebrated nutritional psychotherapist Julia Ross helps readers identify their unique underlying biochemical imbalances and provides targeted strategies to correct those imbalances using nutritional supplements to jump-start the dietary overhaul. Readers then create their own safe, easy-to-follow plan to end low-calorie dieting and food obsessions for good.

"Drop addictive sweets and starches--and stop weight gain--in 24 hours"--Dust jacket.