{"product_id":"9783131309624","title":"Chinese Nutrition Therapy: Dietetics in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Kastner's Chinese Nutrition Therapy is an excellent introduction to \u003cbr\u003eChinese dietetics for both students and practitioners of Chinese medicine ... I \u003cbr\u003ewhole-heartedly endorse his book.\"\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eNigel Wiseman\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor millennia, the Chinese have taught that a healthy, appropriate diet is an integral part of maintaining good health and healing various disorders. Here, the author demystifies Chinese dietetics, one of the pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoerg Kastner provides an introduction to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the \"energetics\" of foods. Emphasizing a holistic approach throughout, Chinese \u003cbr\u003eNutrition Therapy provides readers with tools for integrating the principles of \u003cbr\u003eChinese dietetics into their daily lives. The book includes a comprehensive classification of more than 300 readily available foods such as vegetables, \u003cbr\u003egrains, herbs and spices, fruit, meat, seafood, dairy products, oils and fats, \u003cbr\u003eand more. Numerous clinical examples and treatment suggestions artfully combine \u003cbr\u003eWestern medical conditions with Chinese diagnostic techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor this second edition the section on clinical examples has been expanded by detailed chapters on the treatment of obesity and physical and \/ or emotional fatigue. The explanation of causes of diseases according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the different symptoms, and the lists of recommended foods and foods to avoid are supplemented by advice on the adequate acupuncture treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHighlights\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescriptions of Chinese dietetics in practice and discussions of dietary factors, such as seasonal adaptations and differing requirements for children and seniors \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical tips on how to adapt Chinese nutrition therapy to Western products and cooking methods \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClinical examples covering the major organ systems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA handy \"A to Z\" list of common foods and their healing characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn essential reference for students and practitioners of \u003cbr\u003eTraditional Chinese Medicine, this user-friendly book will also be valued by nutritionists, dieticians, physicians, and anyone interested in living a long and healthy life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn award-winning international medical and scientific publisher, Thieme has demonstrated its commitment to the highest standard of quality in the state-of-the-art content and presentation of all of its products. \u003cbr\u003eThieme's trademark blue and silver covers have become synonymous with excellence in publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thieme","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47041161756912,"sku":"9783131309624","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9783131309624_p0.jpg?v=1763720557","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9783131309624","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}