Book description
Kastner's Chinese Nutrition Therapy is an excellent introduction to
Chinese dietetics for both students and practitioners of Chinese
medicine ... I whole-heartedly endorse his book.--Nigel Wiseman For
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. Joerg Kastner provides an
introduction to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the
energetics of foods. Emphasizing a holistic approach throughout, Chinese
Nutrition Therapy provides readers with tools for integrating the
principles of Chinese dietetics into their daily lives. The book
includes a comprehensive classification of more than 300 readily
available foods such as vegetables, grains, herbs and spices, fruit,
meat, seafood, dairy products, oils and fats, and more. Numerous
clinical examples and treatment suggestions artfully combine Western
medical conditions with Chinese diagnostic techniques. For 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.
Highlights
:
Descriptions of Chinese dietetics in practice and discussions of
dietary factors, such as seasonal adaptations and differing
requirements for children and seniors
Practical tips on how to adapt Chinese nutrition therapy to Western
products and cooking methods
Clinical examples covering the major organ systems
A handy A to Z list of common foods and their healing characteristics
An essential reference for students and practitioners of Traditional
Chinese Medicine, this user-friendly book will also be valued by
nutritionists, dieticians, physicians, and anyone interested in living a
long and healthy life. An 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. Thiemes trademark blue and silver
covers have become bsynonymous with excellence in publishing.
"Provides an excellent introduction to the principles of
traditional Chinese medicine and the qualitative effects of foods on our
health...[Dr.] Kastner offers practical tips on how to adapt Chinese
nutrition therapy to Western foodsand cooking methods. The text is
beautifully produced, with many tables for clear reading. A great
reference for practitioners, students and teachers of Chinese diet
therapy."--The Lantern_x000D_ _x000D_ "The author has done a
very good job of introducing and explaining some often hard-to-get
concepts and theories associated with TCM and Chinese
dietetics...breakdowns, symbols, and highlights...help readers get key
messages and points...anoyone interested in this topic should consider
reading it."--American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine_x000D_ _x000D_
"Well written...offers practical examples of the application of
TCM...Dr. Kastner vividly captures the essence of TCM and its
applications in nutritional therapy in a sensible and accurate
manner...a welcome addition to the libraries of nutritional consultants
and dietitians, herbalists, naturopathic doctors, physicians and
nurses."--HerbalGram General Practitioner in Private Practice in
Munich; Founder and Medical Director of the Academy for Acupuncture and
TCM (afat), Bochum, Germany
