The Cox-2 Connection: Natural Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer
All of us have experienced, at one time or another, the temporary inflammation and pain of a minor injury. But those who suffer from chronic inflammation–whether the result of an injury or a biological disorder–and its coincidental pain are all too aware of the frequently crippling and debilitating effects of these conditions.
In The Cox-2 Connection, pharmacist and naturalist James B. LaValle shares a thorough overview of treatment options for a variety of disorders for which inflammation is a primary symptom–from osteoarthritis, bursitis, and fibromyalgia to rheumatoid arthritis, gout and dysbiosis. He clearly explains the physiological mechanism that leads to inflammation and pain and includes an in-depth section on pain-management strategies useful for anyone who is experiencing this discomfort, whether temporary or chronic.
Cox-2–or cyclooxygenase-2–is the key enzyme responsible for the body’s inflammation and pain response in conditions such as arthritis and bursitis, and it is also linked to the inflammation that may play a significant role in the progression of Alzheimer’s and cancer. The Cox-2 Connection, however, goes further than other pain management books by dealing with not only the synthetic, anti-inflammatory Cox-2 inhibitors, such as Celebrex and Vioxx, but also with their natural counterparts that have been used for thousands of years by people all over the world. The author thoughtfully evaluates the effectiveness of these inhibitors as well as their side effects and presents exciting new studies that indicate their possible role in preventing Alzheimer’s and cancer.
The Cox-2 Connection is an essential and timely reference for anyone trying to understand and manage inflammation and pain and make sense of the exploding availability and potential of ways to deal with them.
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Review by Rebecca Johnson for The Cox-2 Connection: Natural Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer
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If you have experienced temporary inflammation and pain from a minor injury, imagine living in constant, crippling and debilitating pain.
James B. LaValle shares his knowledge with a thorough overview of the treatment options for a variety of disorders in which inflammation is a primary symptom. He explains the physiological mechanisms that lead to inflammation.
He explains how Cox 2, or cyclooxygenase 2 is the key enzyme responsible for the body’s inflammation and pain response in conditions such as arthritis and bursitis. It might also play a significant role in the progression of Alzheimer’s and cancer.
Conditions Discussed:
Osteoarthritis and Back Pain
Bursitis
Fibromayalgia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout
Dysbiosis
Interesting Information:
In-depth sections on pain-management strategies
Information on Foods that actually increase pain that you should avoid
Foods that can help reduce pain
External and Internal Factors involved in Inflammatory Disorders
The Immune System explained
Signs and Symptoms of various disorders
A Chart of Common Drugs Isolated from Medicinal Plants
Tips on selecting natural supplements
Natural Remedies with detail information on herbs and alternative therapies
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Reflexology
Osteopathy
Chiropractic
Massage
Batherapy
Contents:
Part 1: The Problem and Treatment
1. An Overview of Inflammation
2. Understanding Your Anatomy: Muscles, Joints, and Bones
3. Common Inflammatory Disorders and Causes
4. Cox-2 Inhibitors: A Revolution in the Treatment of Inflammation
5. The Cox-2 Connection in Alzheimer’s and Cancer
Part 2: What You Can Do
6. Natural Cox-2 Inhibitors and other natural remedies: Includes information on Baikal Skullcap, Curcumin, Feverfew, Ginger, Green tea, Holy basil, Nettle leaf, Oregano, Rosemary and Turmeric. It was interesting to read more about Feverfew which is known for helping migraines.
7. Current Treatment Options
8. A Smorgasbord of Ways to Manage Your Pain
Other books by the same author to consider:
Smart Medicine for Healthier Living
Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook
The Cholestin Breakthrough
Essential Reference for Self-Care (books I find helpful when you have decided to start to consider the variety of supplements and herbs on the market today):
The Vitamin & Mineral Book by Shari Lieberman
Natural Health Magazine Complete Guide to Safe Herbs by Chris D. Melentis
The Healing Power of Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs – Reader’s Digest
The Herbal Drugstore by Linda B. White
The Doctors Book of Home Remedies by the editors of Prevention Magazine
ISBN 0878578730
The Cox-2 Connection: Natural Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer by James B. Lavalle is essential reading in a day where many doctors are still resisting the benefits of alternate therapies.
Essential Reading!
~The Rebecca Review
Review by Lyle Hurd for The Cox-2 Connection: Natural Breakthrough Treatments for Arthritis, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer
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The Cox-2 Connection is an essential and timely reference for anyone trying to understand and manage inflammation and pain and make sense of the exploding availability and potential of ways to deal with them.