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For the millions of families facing the problems of childhood asthma, a proven, easy-to-follow holistic approach to regaining control of their lives.Nearly one in ten children in the United States suffers from asthma. It is the leading cause of childhood hospitalization and profoundly disrupts both school and family life. Control Your Child's Asthma presents a proven program children and their families can use to manage the condition and live normal lives. Pioneered in the clinics and hospitals of the Kaiser Permanente Northern California Health System, this comprehensive, highly successful program focuses not just on medical treatments but also on emotional and social concerns. Its simple, commonsense strategies show parents and patients how to:--get the greatest benefits -- and experience the fewest side effects -- from medication --prevent flare-ups and minimize their severity when they do happen--work with doctors, health plans, and schools --deal with travel away from home --handle the special needs of infants and teenagersControl Your Child's Asthma is an essential book that no parent of a child with asthma should be without. ... Read more

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For you child's sake, I beg you to read this review
There is significant evidence that the root cause of many, if not most, cases of asthma (and many allergies as well) is deficiency of magnesium. This fact is discussed in detail by Dr. Carolyn Dean in her excellent book The Miracle of Magnesium. Dr. Dean recommends that all asthma sufferers take supplemental magnesium daily -- 600 mg daily for addults (proportionally less, according to their body weight, for children). People with asthma who follow Dr. Dean's advice about daily magnesium supplementation often improve dramatically even if they have continued to struggle with asthma under other treatments which omit magnesium supplementation. For your child's sake, please read Dr. Dean's important book and follow her advice regarding daily magnesium supplementation. It may well be the most important thing you will ever due to relieve this terrible ailment. By the way, although a variety of magnesium supplements are available, and beneficial, chelated magnesium -- which is readily available in most health food stores -- is the most effective.

Every parent dealing with asthma should have this!!
I have never reviewed a book before despite always reading the reviews before buying a book.No book has ever changed my life the way that this one has!!My son was diagnosed in March 2003 and his doctor thought his asthma would just be something that was tacked onto the end of a cold and nothing more.Unfortunately he seemed to always have a new cough (classic asthma symptom).I bought this book because I was interested in learning more about the disease and becoming a patient advocate for my son.Having this book is a gift!It has changed our lives.We were scared and now we're prepared!My son has not had the cough since we started the program in June.We've been using the recommended daily monitoring and preventive meds and life is grand.If you're dealing with asthma, BUY THIS BOOK!

Just what we needed
This book was just what we needed to help us understand and control our son's asthma. Dr. Farber explains things in a clear and easy to understand manner. I keep this book accessible at all times. I definitely recommend it to anyone who has a child suffering from asthma. It's great for first time parents of asthmatic children and for those who have had years of experience as well.

MUST READ!!
This book is wonderful.Every parent of a child with asthma must read it.I have searched and searched for information this helpful and practical for two years.The book gave me confidence in our Dr. (who is always too busy to give us much information), but also pointed out some areas we need to work on with the Dr.I always question all the medication we give our son.After reading this book, I feel I understand asthma and the current treatment plans.

A great book for parents and adults with asthma
This is a must read.It explains everything.It is a handbook to take with you on your next doctor's visit.It gives you guidelines on how to asthma-proof your home.It explains medication in ENGLISH.I like the book and have enjoyed reading it.If you, or someone you know, has asthma this is the book you should have. ... Read more

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medical book
Way too technical.I couldn't even get through it.Found it boring, not interesting.

Terrific New Allergy Treatment Resource
As a non-medical professional I found Dr.Mitchell's book very easy to understand.His 'drops' treatment is an exciting option for allergy sufferers.I strongly recommend this book as a resource in this new area of allergy treatments. ... Read more

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In this book, qualified nurse and yoga teacher Stella Weller shows how yoga can help asthma sufferers move away from reliance on powerful drugs for treatment. ... Read more

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Wonderful when you have COPD
I have a rare breathing problem and I love this book. It also taught me a lot. ... Read more

Book Description
This color illustrated children's book helps provide an emotionally safe school environment; thus allowing classmates to view children with asthma as normal kids who just happen to have asthma, at no fault of their own.This book will help children and parents discuss asthma with schoolmates and classroom teachers.Includes "Ten Tips for Teachers" and "Kids Quiz". ... Read more

Book Description
Imagine:
Sleeping through the night soundly and peacefully without waking up to use an inhaler
Walking into a room filled with cigarette smoke, cats, or flowering plants and not having an asthma attack
Exercising without gasping for breath

Finally--a real ray of hope for asthma sufferers!

At last, there's the Breath Connection, a groundbreaking asthma treatment that has a proven 100 percent success rate in alleviating symptoms in patients and an extraordinary 90 percent success rate in decreasing and even eliminating dependence on inhalers, nebulizers, and other drugs forever! Simply by learning how to retrain their breathing patterns, asthmatics can learn how to calm the worst asthma attacks and even stop them before they begin.
        
Asthma has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. Fifteen million Americans suffer with asthma, and more cases are diagnosed every day. Traditional medicine can control all but the worst symptoms of this crippling disease, but there is no sign of a cure. Until recently the Breath Connection program was available only in London at the renowned Hale Clinic, where it has helped hundreds of thousands of sufferers alleviate even the worst symptoms of asthma. Now with the publication of Freedom from Asthma, millions of Americans will finally be able to seek relief from this crippling disease. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (8)

No exercises - read Asthma Free naturally for them
I was a chronic asthmatic and the principles enshrined in this book are excellent. The only way that I solved my asthma was to address my overbreathing. This books tells you just that. One downside is that it does not contain the exercises. I have came across two books which do. These are asthma free naturally and Close Your mouth. They are little gems and contain all the information that you need to know. In fact Asthma free is the best book that I have ever read for asthma. It offers a solice of hope and has helped my quality of life improve significantly
in the past while.

Stalmatskis book is good, Asthma free or the more simpler Close Your Mouth are excellent.

Doesn't exsplain how to do the excercises
This Book is a good supplement for information on Buteyko, but you will not learn how to do the breathing excercises from this book.I downloaded the James Hooper manual from here http://www.nqnet.com/catalog/paypal.html and after practicing Buteyko for a month, I am asthma free. I even scored 100% lung function on my test yesterday. It was only 60% three months ago. My doctor was amazed and even asked me to give him more information on Buteyko. It really does work, but you won't get the basics on how to preform the excercises from this book.

Another breakthrough exposing the medical establishment
This book was very helpful in eliminating my exercise induced asthma. The principles and theory are very valid. I have been suffering from insomnia and mild asthma for many years and I do not like to take drugs if I can avoid it. I was also diagnosed as having sleep apnea and treated for that condition though without lasting results. This book shows why asthma develops in people and how you can control it and then cure it without any drugs. The only reason I gave the book four stars was the fact that this book does not spell out the actual 5-day treatment so I went and bought the book 'Breathing Free' by Teresa Hale. With the help of that book, I could administer the treatment to myself at home and saw some remarkable improvements in my sleep and a complete disappearance of my wheezing during running!! I also lost some weight! I highly recommend both books. I am actually consulting with the the author for a fee to continue my application of the treatment program for maximum and long-lasting results. I start to wonder why our medical establishment seem to prefer expensive drug therapies for everything when there are so many simple and non-invasive treatments out there. Could the drug companies be involved in this attitude ? I wonder.

If you have asthma, read this book!
I picked up this book for a dollar on the sale table at Barnes & Noble.I've had asthma since I was 3.I've been on inhalers for 25 years.I've been hospitalized twice, have had heart palpitations and other nastyside effects of asthma and inhalers.Sure, I want to be free fromasthma!

The ideas in this book sounded crazy when I first read them. Asthma is the result of too MUCH breathing?Carbon dioxide is important,and too little of it causes asthma and other diseases?I think I actuallylaughed out loud when I read the first few chapters.Then I kept reading. And the ideas started making sense.

This book doesn't give you a lot ofpractical exercises to work with; it seems to be more an overview of what'staught in the Breathing Connection seminars.That's why I gave it 4 starsinstead of 5.But the book does give you enough practical information toimprove your own breathing.Breathe less--less deeply and less often. Breathe through your nose.Be consistent with just those two principlesand you will see improvement.Although they're counterintuitive, relax andpractice them when you feel your asthma kicking in and don't be surprisedif oncoming symptoms go away.In 3 days I've cut my bronchodilator use inhalf, I sleep through the night and my heart rate has dropped from 120 to60."Freedom from Asthma" also covers diet, exercise, and anumber of other areas where you can improve your health by improving yourbreathing.Nothing too deep, but helpful nonetheless.

I just finishedthis book today and tomorrow I'm getting Teresa Hale's book.I'm new tothis but hopeful."Freedom from Asthma" is far from thorough,but it's a good start. If you've been looking for freedom from asthma, youmay find it in the principles described here.

It works if you work at it. Its not a quick fix, though.
I have to disagree with the reader from "near Boston" on this book. The Buteyko Method is not "pseudoscience" at all, although it does contradict a lot of conventional American medical understandingsabout asthma and breathing disorders. The Method works if you work at it,and if you are willing to go through the occasional discomfort of workingat it . This approach is not a quick fix, and many people will simply haveto take the $500 seminar to properly apply the Method to their individualcircumstances. Sometimes a book alone won't do it, which is something bothStalmatski and Hale state only too clearly in both of their books. Contraryto the reader from "near Boston's" assertion, there is some cleardiscussion of how to use the Method in connection with exercise. It hasbeen used quite extensively with the Australian rugby teams to very goodsuccess. I myself have modified my own exercise routines quite a bit, and Ialso had exercised-induced asthma attacks in my past history. Now if Iexercise very heavily without proper warmup I might experience some mildhyperventilation which I usually can bring under control in 5 to 10minutes.The straight skinny is that I recommend all of you out there withbreathing disorders to buy this book and try the Method out for yourself.Make up your own mind. Consider taking the seminar. It will be worth it. ... Read more

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2004 Writers Notes Book Award Winner
Children with asthma, and their par-ents, learn how to recognize and manage this common chronic disease through an accessible storybook and workbook com-bination. The storybook is for the children, while the workbook gives parents practical advice. The goal is to gain control by implementing a symptom-free lifestyle.

Zoey and the Zones, A story for Children withAsthma
What a delightful, well written and illustrated, colorful, book for our "little folks" that have asthma.Also found it to be enjoyable to kids without asthma.A great learning and teaching tool to help, children, parents or just about anyone understand this sometimes misunderstood chronic illness.Recommended for anyone who has or knows or just wants to find out about asthma.

Especially recommended for young children who have asthma
Zoey And The Zones: A Story For Children With Asthma is a picturebook collaboratively written by Shawn McCormick and Ginny Trevino for the purpose of introducing young children to the reality of asthma, the precautions that asthmatic people have to take, and to knowing that asthma doesn't have to be an obstacle to a happy and healthy life. The charming color illustrations by Nathan Schmidt of a young car diagnosed with asthma and his stoplight buddy bring to life this story about the importance of seeing the doctor, carefully following a treatment, and remembering to enjoy fun things. Zoey And The Zones is especially recommended for young children who have asthma, or who have friends with asthma. Also highly recommended is the Zoey And The Zones Companion Workbook For Parents Of Children With Asthma (0971812012,...)

Finally a Book that Helps
Finally someone has written a book for kids with asthma!Both my child with asthma, her sister and my husband and I have learned the basics.And we all love Zoey!My daughter wants to hear the story over and over which just helps her learn.
Thanks to these authors-They must be Moms! ... Read more

Book Description
Take control of your asthma now wih this easy-to-follow personalized approach

Shortness of breath. Tightness in the chest. Wheezing and coughing. These distressing symptoms are a daily fact of life for many of the fifteen million Americans who suffer from asthma, including nearly six million children -- and asthma is on the rise. But even those with severe asthma can lead full, active lives with the help of the experts at Harvard Medical School and Partners Asthma Center. Here is a commonsense guide that includes:

• Cutting-edge therapies such as anti-IgE therapy and leukotriene-blocking drugs -- as well as complementary and alternative medicine treatments
• Practice sessions that help you create a personalized program to prepare for acute asthma attacks

Plus, special sections addressing issues faced by:

• Women -- how pregnancy and hormone replacement therapy may affect your asthma
• The elderly -- how to distinguish asthma from other respiratory conditions such as emphysema

Customer Reviews (5)

Basic Information
I had asthma as a child, and now my daughter has it.This book is a reasonable introductory text, but you can find the same information on the internet.It provides an overview of asthma, covers medications, and medication delivery.Sentences like "We want to emphasize that even for the most severe asthma, highly effective, safe, and convenient medications are available" (picked at random) are strewn throughout the book, and give some idea of the authors' bias.Unfortunately, my daughter has experienced significant side-effects from her asthma medications.This book did not address this issue.The lists of medication side-effects are about what you'd find on the box.It does not discuss the pros/cons of various dosages, interaction of medications, or alternatives.If you or your child has just gotten asthma, and you are looking for an introductory reference book, this is probably a reasonable choice.Again, most of this information is easily found on the internet.If you are looking for more detailed information, I found this book lacking.

Helpful General Information
My mother is newly diagnosed with asthma, at age 68. Getting this diagnosis been a confusing process that hasn't been very well explained by her doctor. This book is full of good, medically based general information. I would recommend it for someone who needs an introduction to the subject that is fairly detailed but easy to understand.

Very informative and helpful
The book has special sections, e.g. Women, Children, Adult-onset, older folks, etc.I contracted adult-onset asthma and being a diver, the disease cramped my lifestyle.This comprehensive book helped me understand the causes of the disease, treatment, advances in medicine, asthma action plan, etc.It helped me to have an intelligent and informed discussion with my pulmonologist.

good for me (mild adult asthma)
I have suffered asthma for close to 2 years now, before I've
had allergy for a long time. The book explains very clearly what
asthma is and gives practical information on medication, answers
lots of questions that I didn't even know about. It also has
specific section for women regarding what medicine should be
used during pregnancy.

Very Informative
As a parent of a child just diagnosed with asthma, I was looking for a good reference for understanding what asthma is and how it is treated and managed. When I ordered this book, I was expecting a dry textbook type book long on theory and short on application. What I got was a clear well written and layed out book. It is easy to read and understand. It has up to date information on the current drugs and offers practical advice on how to manage asthma for the long haul. It has instuctions and advice on how to properly use the various medicines. It give me the knowledge to comfortably discuss asthma with my doctor and laid the foundation for establishing a long term treatment plan. Overall this is an excellent book on asthma. ... Read more

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"Challem’s new book hits a home run — with the latest research on what to eat and take to defeat our real number-one cause of health problems — inflammation. It’s a message of the utmost importance."
–Jean Carper
New York Times bestselling author of Stop Aging Now! and Your Miracle Brain, columnist for USA Weekend magazine

What is the Inflammation Syndrome? It’s the cumulative effect of low-grade inflammation–including the aches and pains we all experience–that grows into chronic debilitating disease. This book, the first major book on the syndrome, reveals the powerful role that inflammation plays in a wide variety of common health conditions–from simple aches and pains to heart disease, obesity, diabetes, Syndrome X, arthritis, asthma, and athletic injuries. Drawing on cutting-edge research conducted around the world, Jack Challem provides a revolutionary approach to healing inflammation-related problems through an easy-to-follow nutrition and supplement program. He also shares the latest information on C-reactive protein, one of the marker s o f serio us inflammation. This book, quite simply, shows you how to feel better for life.

"Many of our most debilitating diseases can be traced to an inflammatory cause. The program Jack Challem outlines in The Inflammation Syndrome is a great first step in ridding your body of this deadly problem."
–Fred Pescatore, M.D., author of Thin for Good, The Allergy and Asthma Cure, and The Hamptons Diet

"In a scientifically accurate and easy-to-understand manner, Jack Challem lays out the basic nutrition plan for good health and weight loss."
–Loren Cordain, Ph.D., author of The Paleo Diet ... Read more

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The information in this book helped me to breathe again!
I've had asthma all my life - luckily it has been fairly well-controlled throughout adulthood.That is until I was unknowingly exposed to mold in my home.Even though the mold was remediated, I continued to experience severe, persistent asthma for over four months.I was referred to a pulmonologist and put on high doses of various types of asthma medication.I had a minimal amount of relief with these medications and still had to use a nebulizer two or three times a day.

I realized this was no way to live my life and started looking for other solutions.Thank goodness I came across Mr. Challem's book - after only one month of following his recommendations of the basic supplements (vitamin C, E, and fish oil) - I have found relief!I have not had to use my nebulizer in a week.I want to ease into the nutritional program because it will be a big change for me, but I can only imagine how great I'm going to feel after once it is implemented.

Take back control of your life, instead of letting your body do it for you!

helpful
I bought this book because I have fibromyalgia and the only thing that showed up abnormal on my tests was "inflammation". This book helped me understand what was causing my pain and the supplements to take to reduce the inflamation. I have used the suggestions in this book and Meggs' book to reduce my pain.

GOOD BOOK
The book itself is very informative and easy to understand.It goes a long way in trying to educate a population that health begins at the cellular level and with some knowledge, health is still within our reach.Poor health can be turned around.

The delivery time was quick....I appreciate that.

The Best so far
I have studied nutrition for 40 years and this brings it all together. It is the best book on the subject of the four that I have read. Unfortunately, it does not mention that FARMED salmon usually contains 5 to 7 times the harmful fatty acids that the same amount of wild salmon has, and that flax seed is not a good substitute for omega-3 fish oil, because humans cannot convert it efficiently. Mice and fish can and that had not been taken into accoount until recently.

Review of Challem's The Inflammation Syndrome
In my view, even his trademarking of phrases does not distract from his comprehension of nutrition biology. Howwever, his review of supplements reminds me of the writing of automotive columnists. There are few commercial products to which he is opposed. This is a useful and well written book. I'd also highly recommend Stop Inflammation Now! by Dr Richard M. Fleming. I'd avoid the book entitled The Anti-Inflammation Diet and Recipe Book by Jessica K. Black. I have no problem with her N.D. credentials, but question her biases and abandonment of scientific method to support her assertions. ... Read more

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NAECB Exam Flashcard Secrets study system uses repetitive methods of study to teach you how to break apart and quickly solve difficult test questions on the National Asthma Educator Certification Board Examination.Study after study has shown that spaced repetition is the most effective form of learning, and nothing beats flashcards when it comes to making repetitive learning fun and fast.Our flashcards enable you to study small, digestible bits of information that are easy to learn and give you exposure to the different question types and concepts. NAECB Exam Flashcard Secrets covers: Respiratory System, Regulation of Respiration, Goblet cells, Mucociliary Escalator, Sputum, Environment Predisposes Asthma, Epidemiological Data Trends for Asthma, Asthma Exacerbation , Long-term Airway Remodeling, Bronchoconstrictor Stimuli, Chronic Allergic Rhinitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux, Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Nonstandard Pharmacological Treatments, NSAID, Status Asthmaticus, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) , Emphysema, Fatal asthma, Dyspnea, Role of T Lymphocytes, Acute Rhinosinusitis, Macrophages in Inflammation, Systemic Corticosteroid Users, Epinephrine and Ephedrine, Therapy Resistant Asthma, Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors , Therapy-resistant Asthma, Asthma Management Plans, Long-acting Beta-agonists, Coughing to Asthma Pathology, Family Interviewing Skills, Patient Compliance, Inhalation Devices, Leukotriene Modifiers, Theophylline , Family Interviewing Skills, Sodium Cromoglycate and Nedocromil, Ketotifen, Immunotherapy, Corticosteroids, Spirometry, Advair, Nebulizer, Metered Dose Inhalers (MDI), Dry Powdered Inhaler (DPI), Pranayama and Buteyko , Pulsus Paradoxus, Cyanosis, Diurnal Variability, Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis, Chronic Illnesses, Moderate and Severe Childhood Asthma, Goals of Periodic Assessments, Sentinel-case Auditing, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and much more... ... Read more

Amazon.com
If allergies make you wheeze, sneeze, drip, itch, puff, or droop, or if asthma makes you feel like an elephant is standing on your chest, you'll want to read Allergies and Asthma for Dummies. Author William Berger, M.D., M.B.A., knows his stuff. He is a practicing allergist, a member of the task force that developed national guidelines for treating allergic diseases, and a former staff allergist for the U.S. Olympic Swim Team.

You get much more than the basics here. You learn how to prevent and treat the common types of allergies, with extensive information on hay fever and skin rashes, and short but helpful sections on allergic reactions to food, drugs, and insects. The asthma section is especially comprehensive, with instructions for recognizing and managing asthma triggers, monitoring air flow, selecting the best medications for both short-term and long-term relief, and special considerations for pregnant women and children. The book covers both self-help and pharmacological treatment methods in depth, but not alternative treatments.

One of the most helpful chapters is "Relieving Your Rhinitis," which will appeal especially to the 45 million Americans who suffer from hay fever. Allergic rhinitis (the medical term) is not a fever and is caused not by hay, but rather by airborne pollen from grasses, trees, and weeds. The commonly used over-the-counter antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal sprays may not be your best choice, says Berger. He describes the uses and advantages of recommended prescription drugs, and advises a medical evaluation to choose the right one for you.

The book's style, though still easy to understand, is not as casual or humorous as the typical For Dummies book. This may be because Berger is more intent on packing a bundle of helpful medical information into the book than being witty. --Joan PriceBook Description
Sneezing. Sniffling. Hives. Rashes. Burning eyes. Runny nose. Sinus headache. Scratchy throat. Asthma attacks.... Whether you’re reacting to pollen or peanuts, your boyfriend’s cat or your girlfriend’s pooch, your husband’s aftershave, or your neighbor’s barbecue, allergies are definitely a drag. And if left untreated, the symptoms can lead to bigger health problems down the road. Sadly, there is no cure for hypersensitivity disorders, as doctors call them. But you can minimize your risk of having allergic reactions and you can live symptom-free. And Allergies and Asthma For Dummies tells you how.

If you suffer from some type of allergic condition and/or asthma, this complete, down-to-earth guide can be your first big step toward feeling better than you’ve felt in years. Drawing on his more than twenty years of professional experience, nationally recognized allergy and asthma expert Dr. William E. Berger fills you in on what you need to know to:

• Understand allergies and asthma
• Relieve hay fever symptoms safely
• Control adult and childhood asthma
• Deal with allergic skin conditions
• Cope with food, drug, and insect sting reactions
• Allergy proof your home

With up-to-the-minute advice and guidance on prevention, treatment, and management, Allergies and Asthma For Dummies is just what you need to find relief from what ails you. ... Read more

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If you have allergies, you need this book!
I got this book about two weeks after my 9-year-old son suffered his first asthma attack. After reading it, I feel much better prepared to cope with his condition. The author's tone is reassuring without being condescending. And there is an enormous amount of information, everything from how to choose a specialist to charts describing the effects and usual dosages of the most common medications. Since I have been suffering from allergies and sinus problems myself this spring, it was especially useful. I think this might be the best investment in our family's health I ever made!

Allergies and Asthma for Dummies
Finally, a book that quickly synthesizes complex information into usable pieces!Allergies and asthma are de-mystified with practical examples.Dr. Berger's approach is uplifting, reassuring, and warm.No preaching orinsistance that you do things his way or no way as in the case of so manyother authors of asthma and allergy books.Top Choice on Allergy andAsthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. (AANMA) book list. ---NancySander, President, AANMA ... Read more

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Known as the "asthma bible", Children With Asthma emphasizes the importance of the parent's role in asthma managment. It teaches the basics of asthma, how medicines work and when to call for help. Has sections on infants, children and teenagers. Contains stories by parents as well as illustratios, tables and instructions. ... Read more

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ESSENTIAL READING
I have read numerous books about asthma in children, but this book is by far the best.The information is presented in a clear, understandable way, but is not so simplified as to be unhelpful.The book is full of good tips and pertinent information; it's like spending an hour or two talking with an asthma specialist.The book has what I found to be invaluable information about how to monitor asthma in children who are too young to use peak flow meters.A system called "asthma signs" is used and is a wonderful way to identify problems and monitor asthma in young children.
There is a also a very helpful section on traveling with a child who has asthma.
If I were to recommend only one book on asthma in children, this would be the book.

Recommend highly
This book became my single source for reference about asthma. Till I found this book, I was reading anything and everything that I could find on the net about asthma. My 3 year old had an asthma episode as a result of a viral infection. She has an excellent pediatrician and we chose to care for her at home. I got great comfort in knowing that the things we did intuitively were the recommended things in this book. It helps to have a good doctor. It also helps to have this book as a friend. While I was freaking out that my daughter had asthma, this book helped me calm down cos I realized that it could be worse. My heart goes out to all the children who suffer. If you are a parent of a young child with asthma, read this book. It will help you understand what asthma is all about in plain words and give you an idea of what you can do to make your child's life more comfortable by learning to identify the symptoms and manage your child's asthma better. Make sure you have a good doctor, too!!

Incredibly helpful
Last weekend my seven year old son had an asthma attack with no warning, his first ever.Our doctor treated him competently and he is now recovering nicely, but the information we were given -- and all the drugs and instructions -- were a bit overwhelming.My first response was to try to find some good books on asthma in children, and I was lucky enough to find this one.It explains everything you need to know about asthma in easy-to-understand language.I learned many important facts about the biology of asthma, the drugs my son is taking, long-term care and management of asthma, and -- perhaps most importantly -- the questions I should be asking his doctor.The book is well illustrated, including pictures of all the different kinds of inhalers and spacers, how to properly administer different medications, etc. (particularly useful for newcomers to the world of asthma). I also really liked all the information and sample forms showing how to keep an "asthma diary" of your child's symptoms and treatment.The first-person stories of how other parents have dealt with their children's asthma were helpful, especially for putting things into perspective.In summary, this book really helped me to understand what we are facing, and I now feel much better able to deal with it.I have other asthma books on order, but I doubt I'll need them -- it is hard to imagine how any other book on asthma in children could top this one.

Changed my life!
Dr. Plaut was coming to a town near me to speak shortly after my daughter was hospitalized for the third time.One of the nurses handed me a flyer and recommended I go hear him.I bought his book before I went.This book was a lifesaver.I first read it nearly 10 years ago (spring 1992) and my daughter has not been hospitalized since!Dr. Plaut gives the average parent the confidence to handle this illness without falling apart and without having to decipher the medical-ese being spoken by the doctors in charge of their child.

Life Saver
I came across Plaut's book in the aftermath of my 9 year old son's first and life threatening asthma episode just 6 weeks ago.Since then my son's condition has been stabilized with some wonderful medical help.Butnothing has been better in understanding the disease, the treatment, andthe myriad of medications recommended for it, than Tom Plaut's book.It isnow my asthma bible.No one affected by asmtha in any way should miss it! ... Read more

Book Description
Winning the War Against Asthma and Allergies is an absolute must for any health care practitioners interested in alternative therapies for the treatment of asthma and allergies. This book details an innovative and proven breakthrough treatment method, Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique, (NAET) for the long term elimination of allergies that lead to asthma. Coverage includes: complimentary adjunctive therapies that enhance the benefits of NAET, enzyme therapy in the elimination of astham symptoms and drugs, emergency tips, directory of NAET practitioners and enzyme therapists, and updated NAET diets. ... Read more

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Naet didn't work for me
After reading this book (very dry read, hard to finish), I had NAET over the course of several years with 3 different practitioners. I figured when it didn't work with the first one that it was their technique at fault, not the method.After thousands of dollars, not covered by insurance, and absolutely zero results I gave it up. I had chronic back tension which I hadn't had before but no allergy relief. I did try Bowen work, which is a similar idea of opening the energy channels which doesn't involve the spine. After 10 sessions I could grow flowers again and have them in my house, after sneezing for 3 years solid. Another 10 sessions greatly reduced my asthma to managable levels. I didn't have further improvement, but by then I'd moved to another area and I think my Bowen worker had a different technique. I don't recommend this book.

patient of ellen cutler
We all know that close friends, relatives or colleagues who have something to gain write the 5 stars critics. They are really objective.
This book is a 0 star and should be taken off the market. I can't believe it is still being sold. It is misleading.It taps into the thousands of people vulnerability who are so desperate to find a cure for themselves or their young children they are ready to try anything.
I was one of these people.I bought the book, read it, sounded promising so I made an appointment to see Dc Cutler.I was her patient for some time but got no relief. I spend quite a bit of money on the products she wanted me to take but nothing changed!
Ellen Cutler isa charlatan in my opinion. She actually laid me to believe her treatment cured me from my egg white allergy. I believed her at first but the following week, I had a conversation with her assistant while getting another treatmentshe said Mrs., "you were NEVER ALLERGIC to egg white. WOW! I could not believe it. I still gave a chance to Mrs. Cutler treatment for a few more weeks. But no results, no change. It was clear I was wasting my time and my money. So I stop seeing her.
Now several years later although still allergic to egg yolk, cat and dog, I am feeling better as far as my asthma goes because I finally got out of a 30 years abusive marriage.

Open your mind
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To anyone who is reading this review, seeking hope for allergy CURING: ignore the negative comments and judge for yourself. ....

NAET is incredible, it is totally new, and something you will find yourself questioning when you read about it (because it is so different to the status quo medical approach). But let me tell you from personal experience: IT WORKS!

I have eliminated car sickness with NAET, and am currently working on my severe pollen fever. I'm seeing big results! If I can cure my pollen fever, don't you think you can cure YOUR allergies?

At least study it, and even find a practitioner ... and try it instead of point-blank giving up an opportunity to end your suffering. Those who dismiss this new approach to allergies without even trying it (!!!) have no one to blame but themselves for their unresolved allergies.

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GOOD LUCK!

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Client of Ellen Cutler
Ellen Cutler's work is visionary.It works whereas nothing else seems to - After being chronically ill for years and searching, full time, for a medical and/or alternative practitioner who could help me, finding and being treated by Ellen Cutler is like finding a needle in a haystack.I ameternally grateful that I have found her located so close to where I live. She is a kind and compassionate soul.

I see that another reviewer hasjudged her work without experiencing it which is what prompted me to postthis review.That reviewer has done his or herself a disservice to judgeEllen Cutler's work without first hand experience.

Secondly, anotherreviewer was looking for a practitioner. Here you can connect to a nationwide list ofpractitioners and veterinarians.

I believe this technique has thepotential to become the foundation for the practice of medicine and that byuse of this technique in children, they never have to develop chronicillnesses by correctingimbalances at their onset of symptoms.

EllenCutler's technique is fascinating, as is she.

Winning the War Against Asthma review
Excellent coverage for persons trying to identify the various triggers for asthma and allergies. This is also a primer for persons wanting to explore the NAET system of allergy elimination of Dr. Devi Nambudripad. Coversusage of plant enzyme therapy as well. ... Read more

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DID YOU KNOW THAT ASTHMA IS THE #1 REASON KIDS MISS SCHOOL?Asthma stops more than seventeen million Americans, including five million children, from breathing freely. Pills and inhalers can only relieve symptoms, making asthma a life-long debilitating, and sometimes life-threatening, condition. This breakthrough book features a powerful, natural alternative that will help asthmatic adults and children control their asthmaafter just three weeks. It provides: * Exciting new techniques for immediate symptom relief * Specific help for exercise-induced asthma, nutrition, and environmental triggers * A special kids' guide * Three different plans to fit individual needs * A healing program that returns power to the patient * An approach that works with conventional medicine so you can feel safe and confident ....and more!Developed by Dr. Kathryn Shafer, who triumphed over her own life-long asthma to run the New York Marathon without medication, with mindbody therapist Fran Greenfield, Asthma Free in 21 Days provides a remarkable program that can eliminate the frustration and fear of living with asthma....forever!AUTHORBIO: Kathryn Shafer, Ph.D., LCSW, CATP, maintains mindbody private practices in West Palm Beach, Florida, and New York City, teaches courses in social work, and consults for hospitals, substance-abuse programs, and mental-health centers. She received her clinical degrees from New York University and Barry University. A graduate of the American Institute for Mental Imagery and Howard's School of Mind Body Medicine, she lectures and conducts workshops throughout the United States and abroad, and is the author of numerous papers on mind body and substance abuse topics that have been published in a variety of publications. Fran Greenfield, M.A., is a mindbody therapist with private practices in New York City and on Long Island. Creator of the renowned "Imagine Being Well" program, she conducts training and workshops for healthcare professionals and the public throughout the United States. She also writes for many publications, including The New York Times. ... Read more

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Why should I read this book? ...I don't have asthma!
WOW!! Talk about a "Tah Dah" experience, an "ephiphany", a life changing moment.I was attending a feild seminar as a graduate student in the School of Social Work fortunately Dr. Schafer was scheduled to present Spirituality in Social Work Practice. I was so impressed by Dr. Schafer's ideas, beliefs and her approach to life, I told myself, "I've got to get this book."I didn't know what I would discover, since I don't have asthma. I thought I would just read the book.However,the skills, ideas, tools presented between the covers of this easy to read, to the point book are appropriate for anyone seeking to make a change in their life.I discovered the mental imagery, other exercises, philosophy of FUN (to name just a few)are effective tools or methods for people whose abiltiy to take in vital life support is restricted by self doubt, expectations, fear.Anything that keeps us from living life abundantly can be addressed using the information and philosophyDr. Kathryn Schafer shares.She knows from personal experience and her story is amazing and inspirational.

Would you deal with diabetes this way?
This book fell far short of my expectations. It focused on a few things that may trigger asthma, but discussed them as if they were the disease process itself. Especially confusing is that this book offers an approach that disables the person with asthma (limiting his or her choice), but couches this disability in terms of acceptance, personal liberation and self-actualization. Most people with asthma (about 95%) can live perfectly normal, active lives that are rarely affected by the disease. Asthma does not have to be the centerpiece of their self-identification. Asthma is a controllable disease. Follow the approach of these authors, and the disease controls you. Their approach is not much different than telling a child not to run around - thereby limiting his or her social and physical development - instead of administering appropriate preventive medication. Asthma is a lifelong chronic inflammatory disease of the lungs with multiple phenotypes. The disease process is characterized by airway inflammation. Everyone has a unique set of asthma triggers. Some people's asthma may be triggered by attitudes, belief systems, and behavior, although the most common triggers are environmental exposure and upper respiratory infections. Recent research in peer-reviewed journals indicates that airway remodeling can result when the inflammation process is not controlled through anti-inflammatory therapy. In other words, a reversible airway disease becomes static, cellular composition is permanently altered, and pulmonary function is compromised. Take the F.U.N. approach at your own risk. Pulmonary function deteriorates as part of the aging process. Research consistently shows that people with asthma who control the inflammation process with daily anti-inflammatory medication and reduce exposure to allergens have stronger pulmonary function as they age. And people with asthma who do not use anti-inflammatory medications suffer marked deterioration of pulmonary function as they age. New evidence is starting to emerge that asthma not treated with anti-inflammatory medication also is linked to increased hyper-reactivity of the airways. In other words, their lungs become "twitchy" with smaller and smaller exposures triggering inflammation. Their lives become increasingly restricted. If publishers were liable for medical malpractice awards, readers would have to sign consent forms waiving their rights to redress before they could buy irresponsible feel-good books like this. In summary, asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs. Work in partnership with your doctor or nurse practitioner to find the appropriate medication to control the airway inflammation process. Once you have control of the pharmacotherapy, then try alternative or complementary medical approaches, and measure their efficacy by how much you can reduce your anti-inflammatory medication without increasing symptoms or need for urgent medical services, or restricting activity. Good luck.

Become All You Can Be Through The Power Of Your Mind
My teenaged daughter has asthma and carries her inhaler wherever she goes. I see the limitations that this illness places on her.I do not ascribe to the medical view that illness has only a physical origin.I consider thatthe body cannot be separated from the internal workings of a person, i.e.thoughts, emotions, beliefs and outlook. I purchased this book basedon the author of the forward, Dr. Gerald Epstein, whose books, HealingVisualizations and Healing Into Immortality,I regard as essential toolsfor daily life.I read Asthma Free in one sitting.I found it to befascinating, informative, original and in some ways, redemptive. Theinherent message is that all of us have the power to choose the course ofour lives, including the physical ills that cause us to suffer. Theauthors compile scientific research with original interpretation andcreative exercises.In fact, the name and meaning of the program - theF.U.N. Program - actually presents a method to conquer any difficulty foundin life.The three steps - to focus, to undo and to act - form the threeessential movements of all mindbody healing work. First, one mustrecognize the issue. To do this requires a moment of stepping away from theemotional story or the physical symptom.You cannot see the paintingifyou stand pressed against it.Second, you need to reverse the situation toexperience how it would be for you would livelifewithoutturmoil; evenif you only imaginefor a instant, this allows you to glimpse life in anentirely new way. Third, you must act. You must bring this new perspectiveinto your everyday life and not confine it tointellectual awareness. These three directions, learned in principleduring the authors' studywith Dr. Epstein, offer a way to freedom from asthma. I feel quitefortunate to discover an organized system for health based on theperspective that I have always held.Now, I just have to convince mydaughter that she can heal herself from asthma.Teenagers are not knownfor their ready acceptance of parental suggestions.But, I know that soonshe too will tire of this illness and will then be prepared to acceptresponsibility to heal herself.I will then give her this invaluable book.

Become All You Can Be Through The Power Of Your Mind
My teenaged daughter has asthma and carries her inhaler wherever she goes. I see the limitations that this illness places on her.I do not ascribe to the medical view that illness has only a physical origin.I consider thatthe body cannot be separated from the internal workings of a person, i.e.thoughts, emotions, beliefs and outlook. I purchased this book basedon the author of the forward, Dr. Gerald Epstein, whose books, HealingVisualizations and Healing Into Immortality,I regard as essential toolsfor daily life.I read Asthma Free in one sitting.I found it to befascinating, informative, original and in some ways, redemptive. Theinherent message is that all of us have the power to choose the course ofour lives, including the physical ills that cause us to suffer. Theauthors compile scientific research with original interpretation andcreative exercises.In fact, the name and meaning of the program - theF.U.N. Program - actually presents a method to conquer any difficulty foundin life.The three steps - to focus, to undo and to act - form the threeessential movements of all mindbody healing work. First, one mustrecognize the issue. To do this requires a moment of stepping away from theemotional story or the physical symptom.You cannot see the paintingifyou stand pressed against it.Second, you need to reverse the situation toexperience how it would be for you would livelifewithoutturmoil; evenif you only imaginefor a instant, this allows you to glimpse life in anentirely new way. Third, you must act. You must bring this new perspectiveinto your everyday life and not confine it tointellectual awareness. These three directions, learned in principleduring the authors' studywith Dr. Epstein, offer a way to freedom from asthma. I feel quitefortunate to discover an organized system for health based on theperspective that I have always held.Now, I just have to convince mydaughter that she can heal herself from asthma.Teenagers are not knownfor their ready acceptance of parental suggestions.But, I know that soonshe too will tire of this illness and will then be prepared to acceptresponsibility to heal herself.I will then give her this invaluable book.

Beliefs a New Dimension to explore...
As a trained physician as well as an Avatar Master, I was impressed with the additional use of beliefs and belief systems which are incorporated into the more usual visualization exercises.The use of them (beliefs) insuch a way seems to open up new vistas---from being a victim of one'sbeliefs to the empowering position of being the author or creator of onesbeliefs. Hopefully those who have other conditions than asthma will makeuse of the exercises to transcend some of their limiting beliefs and in theprocess heal themselves. In my estimation there is much valuableinformation between the covers of this book...and the exercises are playfuland enjoyable--which could create a problem if you have a belief that lifemust be serious... ... Read more

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This alphabet book matches each letter of the alphabet with corresponding words that are associated with asthma. This fun and educational book explains asthma, things that trigger asthma episodes, items used in the treatment of asthma, and general words that provide encouragement to children who have asthma. ... Read more

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An easy-to-use, absolute "must-have"
Positive Options for Children with Asthma: Everything Parents Need to Know is a no-nonsense guide written especially for parents and caretakers of children who suffer from asthma, including severe asthma attacks. Written by asthma expert O.P. Jaggi, Positive Options for Children with Asthma discusses how to create an allergen-free environment, how to pre-empt attacks or lower their intensity, teaching a child about asthma medication and how to use it safely, enhancing a child's immunity and tolerance to allergens, teaching a child effective "belly breathing" technique, helping a child incorporate physical activity into their lives while successfully coping with exercise-induced asthma, and much more. An easy-to-use, absolute "must-have" for anyone responsible for an asthmatic child, and also a very practical guide for asthmatics of any age seeking to learn more about their condition and what to do about it. ... Read more

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Clear, authoritative guidance for your day-to-day allergy and asthma practice

Allergy and Asthma: Practical Diagnosis and Management is a concise guide that puts the most salient insights in allergy medicine right at your fingertips. Written by a leading allergy clinician, along with 30 nationally recognized expert contributors, this resource is perfect for front-line general practitioners, especially primary care physicians and allied health care providers. Inside, you'll find the most clinically relevant information on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of all major allergic disorders.

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This new book in the successful Healthy Living formula - inspirational stories followed by positive, practical medical advice for caregivers and patients - addresses one of America's most frustrating and dangerous recurring conditions. ... Read more

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From the foremost authority on children's health--a vital guide for parents whose children suffer from allergies and asthma

Asthma and allergies are the most common chronic childhood diseases. Asthma affects nearly 5 million American children, while allergies affect about 50 million. This comprehensive book is an invaluable resource for parents who want answers and information about their children's allergies and asthma. This user-friendly volume is filled with up-to-the-minute advice from pediatricians on how to
¸  Identify allergies and asthma
¸  Prevent attacks
¸  Minimize triggers and avoid allergens
¸  Understand medications and choose them wisely
¸  Explain allergies to young children
¸  Help children of all ages manage symptoms

As with all AAP Guides, the layout and writing style make information easy to find, with real-life case studies, sidebars, and tables to help parents raise healthy, active children. ... Read more

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Pediatrician Recommended
I just attended a lecture given by my pediatrician's office and this book was recommended as a guide by the doctor facilitating the lecture. I haven't read the book yet but it was referred to quite a bit during the lecture and I do plan on purchasing it as it sounds like a good reference.

Guide You to Your Pediatricianýs Waiting Room
Just because mainstream pediatricians can't cure allergies or asthma does not mean that they are incurable.Nowhere in this book is any understanding about why people get allergies and asthma in the first place, aside from a genetic tendency.What brings out this tendency in your child?Apparently, the American Academy of Pediatrics doesn't know.This book is dedicated to keeping allergy medicine in the dark ages of throwing drugs at the symptoms without much attempt to understand their cause.Environmental approaches to allergy and asthma are almost entirely ignored, or contradicted in another part of the book.

The lies in this book about the dangers of allergy and asthma pharmaceutical medications are criminal.The lies about complementary (natural, alternative) medicine are just as criminal.Though the forward of the book promises to review alternative treatments and therapies, natural medicine in its entirety is given only two pages in the entire book, labeled as "not scientifically proven" (a blatant lie for many types of natural medicine) or vaguely implied to be somehow dangerous or threatening, which is immensely exaggerated and generally unfounded.Only pediatricians who push toxic protocals are actually threatened by natural medicine, whom they view as competition when laypeople wise up to the vast failings of pharmaceutical-based medicine, especially when it comes to allergies, asthma, and other chronic illnesses.The party line is hammered home in this book as you are reminded time and again to seek your pediatrician's advice, especially when it comes to alternative modalities he or she may know nothing about, may view as threatening competition, or may be brainwashed into lying about.You must not make any choices on your own if there's a pediatrician to be consulted!

It is curious that nobody even claims authorship of any specific part of this book-typical for propaganda.There is a list of "contributors and reviewers," with no reference to who did what, or with what part.This book's aim is to get your child into the pediatrician's office frequently, and to get and keep your child on medications, some of which are extremely toxic.Steroidal medications are some of the most toxic pharmaceuticals available today, and the thought of poisoning an infant with such things, without even considering natural options, is simply heartbreaking.It almost goes without saying that iatrogenic causes of allergy and asthma are not even mentioned anywhere in this book, though it does admit that allergies to antibiotics do occur.

"Guide to Your Child's Allergies and Asthma" inadvertently demonstrates just how little the American Pediatric experts in allopathic biomedicine really understand about allergies and asthma.The results are frustrating: loading children up on toxic meds indefinitely, treating the symptoms without "wasting time" trying to understand the cause, and a drastic, all-around failure to relieve the suffering of children.Preventing the onset of allergies in the first place doesn't even seem to be an option, aside from the advice to breast-feed your babies-just what natural health professionals have said all along!Perhaps the infant formula companies haven't been keeping up on their membership dues?

If you would like to think like a mainstream, conservative MD does about allergies and asthma, and view allergies from the narrowest possible definition; if you prefer to ignore all the progress made in modern times and in other cultures around allergy theory and treatment (such as by Theron Randolph, MD, whose books I highly recommend, or Doris Rapp, MD-a pediatrician, or Dr. Firshein's "Reversing Asthma" book which details the hazards of asthma medications and a variety of alternatives, or Bob Flaws' book "Curing Hayfever Naturally with Chinese Medicine" for example); if you can stomach the case studies of children's suffering which is hardly alleviated by the poisonous chemicals they ingest, inhale, and absorb through their skin; if you can sort through the shocking and baffling combination of sound advice, half-truths, misinformation, blatant lies, and cover-ups of the truth; if you can fathom the bizarre claims that global pollution is improving and that allergies and asthma may inadvertently result from people being too healthy because of modern accomplishments in allopathic medicine, then this is the book for you.Otherwise, there are other books on allergies, asthma, and pediatrics that are much more accurate, vastly more insightful, and far closer to the truth.

Very Informative
After finding out my daughter was diagnosed with Asthma I read this book.It was very informative and it clearly described Asthma.It was very helpful in explaining different treatments, medications, and steps to taketo limit Asthma attacks.I have a much better understanding of Asthma andhow to control it. ... Read more

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This practical action guide features the Breathe-Easy Plan-an 8-week program that puts you back in control of your life. The Plan features seven simple steps that show how to create an arsenal for relief, increase your resistance, adapt your home, and eat to beat allergies and asthma. ... Read more