Smart Medicine for a Healthier Child : The Practical A-to-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Infants & Children, Second Edition (2nd ed)

Revised, updated and expanded to reflect the latest thinking and information on children's health issues, "Smart Medicine for a Healthier Child" enables parents to combine the best of conventional and alternative approaches.

Part One explains the full spectrum of techniques that can be employed to effectively treat childhood health problems, providing an overview of the history, fundamentals and uses of conventional medicine, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupressure, diet, and nutritional supplementation.

Part Two contains a comprehensive A-to-Z guide to the various health problems of childhood, from acne to chickenpox to thumb-sucking.

Finally, Part Three offers guidance on using the therapies and procedures suggested in Part Two, from locating acupressure points to preparing herbal remedies.