Healing the Planet : One Patient at a Time: A Primer in Environmental Medicine

By Jozef J. Krop

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0973194502
• ISBN13: 9780973194500
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Kos Publications, Incorporated
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Environmental Medicine at its best

Healing the Planet One Patient at a Time is a revolutionary book and an eye-opener to the fact that many chronic health conditions and modern-day degenerative diseases are clearly the products of our own actions--of the chemical pollution of our water, soil and air; of depleted soils rendered mineral-deficient by intensive agriculture; of pesticide-sprayed farm crops; of poor dietary habits and lifestyle; and of our indiscriminate use of synthetic hormones, antibiotics and other pharmaceuticals that interfere with the body's metabolism and natural healing processes. Several such factors combined result in an abnormal immune response that can take the form of many conditions ranging from allergies and asthma to chemical sensitivities and even cancer. Environmental medicine offers real hope for patients afflicted with such conditions. Dr. Krop's book provides a comprehensive outline of the protocol used by environmental physicians to not only identify the factors underlying illness, but also to develop an effective treatment plan. Recommendations include the avoidance of specific triggers, an organic whole-foods diet and appropriate lifestyle changes to restore health and build a strong immune system, and individually designed therapies to help eliminate the patient's sensitivity to certain substances. Various types of treatment, including immunotherapy, chelation therapy, and enzyme potentiated desensitization (EPD) therapy, are explained. EPD is particularly helpful for individuals with severe food sensitivities, chronic asthma, seasonal allergies and eczema. The "Management" section of the book provides a detailed explanation of the four-day rotation diet, designed to help prevent food sensitivities. The reader will also find information on optimal nutrition and cancer prevention, as well as practical tips on how to decrease toxic load at home, work and school. The book offers natural treatment options for autism and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) in children (and adults!), as well as suggestions for the prevention of food sensitivities in newborns and infants. There is also surprising information on "stealth infections" that reveals that many of today's degenerative diseases are often caused by chronic low-level infections. Other topics discussed include the dangerous consequences of hormone-disrupting chemicals and nuclear radiation. For everyone interested in improving health naturally, Healing the Planet One Patient at a Time is a most valuable resource. It may yet be a lifesaver for those suffering from severe environmental illness who have failed to get help from conventional treatment.