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Over-the-Counter Natural Cures: Take Charge of Your Health in 30 Days with 10 Lifesaving Supplements for under $10
Explore an array of natural cures that can help prevent and alleviate common health issues, including supporting your immune system, optimizing heart health, balancing your hormones, and enhancing digestive health.
Over the Counter Natural Cures demystifies the world of holistic medicine and natural remedies, offering clear, scientifically supported information about the effectiveness of commonly found herbs and supplements. You'll discover how to source high-quality natural remedies, how to use them properly, and how they interact with other medications.
The expanded edition also features new and updated information, including the latest research on alternative medicine, naturopathy, nutritional supplementation, the lowdown on the newest natural cures, and even more tips and strategies for maintaining optimal health.
Whether you're a natural health novice or an experienced practitioner, Over the Counter Natural Cures is an invaluable resource. It serves as a practical guide to the potential of natural remedies, empowering you to take control of your health and wellness.
Over the Counter Natural Cures demystifies the world of holistic medicine and natural remedies, offering clear, scientifically supported information about the effectiveness of commonly found herbs and supplements. You'll discover how to source high-quality natural remedies, how to use them properly, and how they interact with other medications.
The expanded edition also features new and updated information, including the latest research on alternative medicine, naturopathy, nutritional supplementation, the lowdown on the newest natural cures, and even more tips and strategies for maintaining optimal health.
Whether you're a natural health novice or an experienced practitioner, Over the Counter Natural Cures is an invaluable resource. It serves as a practical guide to the potential of natural remedies, empowering you to take control of your health and wellness.
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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September 19, 2016
Inaccurate.
June 18, 2021
I find all of the one star reviews quite interesting when they simply say “inaccurate” and “so much misinformation” but don’t back those statements up with any examples of the inaccuracies and misinformation. I would have been more than happy to take real criticism under advisement but without it, I guess I’ll just have to try these supplements and see if they improve my health. At least they won’t be poisoning me like most pharmaceuticals.
Worth a try.
Worth a try.
September 16, 2014
I really enjoyed the information presented in this book. It was an eye opener. I learned quite a bit of new information. Some of the shockers were that MSG was created to cause normal rats to have diabetes for understanding diabetes in humans. Another is that Splenda was invented as an insecticide thqt disrupts and destroys the DNA. I was enraged with all of the information I learned about the big pharma companies, cover-ups, and how the data, or information gets altered. This book is written by a former chemist for the big pharma companies. He doesn't just spout off information, he carefully documents all of the studies and information. The reader can personally check anything he says, because its so well documentented, to verify that it is the truth. He explains the chemical composition of certain supplements and explains why they work. He also has personally paid for verification on certain supplements that you can see on his website. The authentic verification shows that there is no added fillers or weird stuff in the supplements he reccomends. Better still, the supplements are extremely cost effective and can be purchased at a local store, such as Walmart. The only drawback is that the author is sometimes condescending and arrogant. This comes through in his writing. Personally, he sounds like a rude and uncompromising individual who thinks he's funnier than he actually is. However, for me, this doesn't change his presentation and the wealth of good information that he presents in this book. This is why I gave it a five star rating.
August 5, 2018
I have been a vitamin addict for the last 50 years of my life, mostly guided by Earl Mindell's "New Vitamin Bible." I am over 80, still have all my body parts, including all my teeth and my tonsils; when my friends see me, they continue to be amazed at how healthy I am, and I attribute it all to vitamins.
"Over the Counter Natural Cures" was recommended by a trusted friend and I got a real benefit from it. I was not formally instructed in biology or chemistry, but "OTC Natural Cures" explains, in those terms, a lot of what I have been doing and what else I should be doing. Mr. Ellison presents a sensible plan for taking care of one's health and explains a lot of how the body chemistry reacts to all chemicals, including prescription drugs, which are really a danger to life and limb - he details how Mother Nature's "OTC Natural Cures" are much better, and a whole lot safer, for human beings who wish to continue to enjoy this time and space. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
"Over the Counter Natural Cures" was recommended by a trusted friend and I got a real benefit from it. I was not formally instructed in biology or chemistry, but "OTC Natural Cures" explains, in those terms, a lot of what I have been doing and what else I should be doing. Mr. Ellison presents a sensible plan for taking care of one's health and explains a lot of how the body chemistry reacts to all chemicals, including prescription drugs, which are really a danger to life and limb - he details how Mother Nature's "OTC Natural Cures" are much better, and a whole lot safer, for human beings who wish to continue to enjoy this time and space. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
January 3, 2020
Chapter 6 of this book, "Beat illness without antibiotics and vaccines", has the gall to say that all current vaccination reports are not based on a single scientific study (proof: https://imgur.com/gallery/UNJqcoX). The author is specifically recommending against vaccinations, which have been scientifically proven to save lives, to instead say that diseases like measles and rubella can be cleared with improved hygiene and vitamin supplements. That’s like saying that, instead of brushing and flossing, you can keep your teeth healthy by swallowing magical healing crystals.
This is the writing of a snake oil salesman. Nothing more, nothing less. You want actual medical advice? Go to a doctor with actual experience. You will find none here.
This is the writing of a snake oil salesman. Nothing more, nothing less. You want actual medical advice? Go to a doctor with actual experience. You will find none here.
March 31, 2021
So much misinformation and inaccurate information.
November 6, 2023
Really great resource and reminder that God (or the earth...however you wish to view it) has provided us everything we and our body need to thrive and be well. I will re-visit this book often and use it as a resource guide.
While I think this book is very helpful to someone like myself who does not already have a plethora of medical disorders and a list of prescriptions from big pharma, it is less helpful for someone who is already under the thumb of the medical and pharmaceutical industry. I don't think it would be possible for my husband to give up his prescriptions cold turkey...too much damage has already been done. Also, it would be a really difficult decision to trust natural cures completely if one has been diagnosed with cancer. That would be a tough choice to make. I personally would choose all natural means before I turn to chemotherapy and radiation, but if it were someone that I loved, I wouldn't want to risk it.
Read this book with an open mind. And remember that natural cures are not going to work for you if you're not covering all the bases...exercise, smart food choices, avoiding horrible health choices like smoking and excessive use of alcohol. Those things can't be fixed by vitamins and sunshine.
While I think this book is very helpful to someone like myself who does not already have a plethora of medical disorders and a list of prescriptions from big pharma, it is less helpful for someone who is already under the thumb of the medical and pharmaceutical industry. I don't think it would be possible for my husband to give up his prescriptions cold turkey...too much damage has already been done. Also, it would be a really difficult decision to trust natural cures completely if one has been diagnosed with cancer. That would be a tough choice to make. I personally would choose all natural means before I turn to chemotherapy and radiation, but if it were someone that I loved, I wouldn't want to risk it.
Read this book with an open mind. And remember that natural cures are not going to work for you if you're not covering all the bases...exercise, smart food choices, avoiding horrible health choices like smoking and excessive use of alcohol. Those things can't be fixed by vitamins and sunshine.
December 28, 2022
Dr. Kham Herbal Remedies is the very best of Herbal doctors who still exists... I'm saying all of this simply because Herbalist Doc Kham recently got me cured of herpes simplex virus, the (HSV-2) in particular with his super effective herbal medicine he prepared and shipped to me via UPS which I drank for just two weeks. God is so wonderful. Contact Herbalist Doc Kham via WhatsApp via +234 815 992 2297 His Email him via (dr.kham [email protected]) For More Info...You can Also Visit his website to know more about him at > https://herbal-dr-kham.jimdosite.com/ Thank you Dr. Kham Herbal Remedies
January 14, 2020
WOW! What a informative book. So glad I found it. Plan to share with family and friends. I thank GOD for Shane and I believe in him and his natural cures. Because of his ImmuneFX and DAILY DOSE I have not gotten a cold or flu in three years.
I highly recommend his products to everyone.
"What do have to loose?" You could be free of illness like me, YEAH!
Dare to live YOUNG!
I highly recommend his products to everyone.
"What do have to loose?" You could be free of illness like me, YEAH!
Dare to live YOUNG!
January 9, 2022
Wish I could give this no stars. Filled with lies and falsehoods. I looked into the authors bio. That was full of falsehoods, thus proving he is just a snake oil salesman. NAU already came out to say he only received an masters in chemistry and received no awards from the school, as he claims. He claims to have received two Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Grants; however, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute has already refuted this. They do not reward grants to individuals at all.
May 19, 2017
Educated and still sensible!
Very enlightening, I had no idea so many drugs were that bad for you. I guess we should know that by all the side effects. I personally like natural remedies better. This will be a resource I go back to over and over. If you like to know how to take charge of your health, this is the book for you.
Very enlightening, I had no idea so many drugs were that bad for you. I guess we should know that by all the side effects. I personally like natural remedies better. This will be a resource I go back to over and over. If you like to know how to take charge of your health, this is the book for you.
April 5, 2022
Good information. Easy to read and understand as well.
This book is packed full of good information and is very easy to read and understand. While this is not a one size fits all read, there is something that everyone can find beneficial.
This book is packed full of good information and is very easy to read and understand. While this is not a one size fits all read, there is something that everyone can find beneficial.
October 12, 2017
Amazing book!!!
February 10, 2018
This book should be in every mom’s library of go-to books about common sense ways to take care of the family.
June 2, 2019
one of my life goals is to avoid medication and I believe this book will help me to stay on that path
September 4, 2020
Everyone should read this book and have a copy on their bookshelf. Great information.
December 17, 2020
Great information! Author’s style isn’t my favorite.
September 13, 2016
Shane "The people's chemist"
Shane has written a great book. It is very informative and easy to read. I appreciate his sharing of knowledge.
Shane has written a great book. It is very informative and easy to read. I appreciate his sharing of knowledge.
April 27, 2010
In our fast paced world of processed and fast foods, the National Center on Health Statistics estimates the result is 90% of the US population is nutrient deficient. These defiencies result in disease; often life threatening and chronic. In his book Ellison, aka "The People's Chemist" gives great practical information on inexpensive supplements that anyone can incorporate into their lives to maintain their health and avoid chronic issues. This book is written in easy to understand language and Ellison explains biochemistry in the simplest of terms so even the novice can understand easily. My only complaint about the book is that is has no index.
September 29, 2014
Got this for free and pretty much hate-read half of the book hoping it would get better. It didn't, so I stopped reading. All the poor writing and exclamation points aside (fun idea: play a drinking game wherein every time you encounter an exclamation point you take a drink. You might be dead by page 10, however), I'd wager Shane Ellison purposefully writes to the type of person who has little to no science training. It shows. I'd also wager he banks on the fact that no one will try to check the studies he cites. You should actually read the studies yourself and you'll get more out of it. Plus, they don't have Mr. Ellison's condescending tone and anecdotes that read like propaganda.
August 28, 2015
This book has had a massive influence on how I see health and my own contribution to stay healthy and fit. i always had a deep distrust towards drugs and cures created in pharmaceutical labs. When my doctor prescribed a daily dos of Allopurinol to get the high uric acid levels down, I started to research on the side effects of this drug and uncovered horror stories beyond one's imagination. This book has given me so much guidance and information to control my polyarthritis, a form of inflammation that I was able to completely stop with Omega-3 supplements, tumeric, and other antioxidants. This book has been instrumental to take control of my own health and stay completely drug-free.
April 17, 2016
I liked this informative book and a lot can be gleaned from this it. I didn't need all the case studies but those new to this kind of book will probably enjoy it. I got it to find out about the best supplements without fillers and extra money. Big pharma is covered along with supplement mfg.s for various supplements.
This book delivers for those on heart, anxiety, prenatal, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer meds etc. It is informative and gives references and web pages for assistance.
I keep referring to it all the time. I recommended to to others and they liked it as well and use it as a reference too. Being informed is a good thing, get the book.
This book delivers for those on heart, anxiety, prenatal, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer meds etc. It is informative and gives references and web pages for assistance.
I keep referring to it all the time. I recommended to to others and they liked it as well and use it as a reference too. Being informed is a good thing, get the book.
April 26, 2015
Good information, seems well-researched. I'd prefer a more formal type of writing, but that's a small complaint. The important thing is the information presented. It has inspired me to try some of the remedies recommended. I am particularly interested in how to choose the appropriate supplements, and how to safely wean yourself off the prescribed meds you are taking. I do believe that what he says is true: the big pharmaceutical companies are more concerned with lining their pockets than with improving consumer health.
October 3, 2011
Everyone should read this book! I would give it more stars if possible. You owe it to yourself and the ones you love to learn this information to achieve better health. Shane is an Organic Chemist who use to work for a big Pharmaceutical company. What you don't know (and won't learn) CAN hurt you!!! Very enjoyable reading, too! He has a way with explaining things that everyone can understand.
July 29, 2012
This is a pretty good "reference" book. I found it interesting and quite informative. I finished it right away the first time around, but I keep going back and re-reading certain sections. In fact, I've purchased a couple more as gifts - one for my daughter. If you're into a more natural way, or even if you're not, I think you'll find this at least a read to make you think. I do recommend it.
April 29, 2015
Finally a book that
Tells the truth about meds, supplements, diet and exercise! Every doctor should be required to read this book! They've been brainwashed by pharmaceutical industry and mainstream media hype. Prescription drugs should be for emergency use only yet we get them like candy, thanks to big pharmaceutical companies bribing doctors and nonstop ads
Tells the truth about meds, supplements, diet and exercise! Every doctor should be required to read this book! They've been brainwashed by pharmaceutical industry and mainstream media hype. Prescription drugs should be for emergency use only yet we get them like candy, thanks to big pharmaceutical companies bribing doctors and nonstop ads
March 18, 2015
Very useful and informative. I'm always interested in natural alternatives. But I'd recommend a paperback version, which, for a non-fiction is just so much easier and quicker to reference than an e-book.
Shelved as 'abandoned'
December 30, 2014This is the Kindle edition, while I am actually reading the print edition. I clicked the wrong edition when I was adding it to my currently-reading shelf.
February 27, 2012
Great information from the author and his reputable cited sources. Biggest win for me is the very practical guidance given by the author. This could be a habit-changing read.
September 15, 2012
well laid out. good solid advice and the 'why' not just the 'what'.
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