Books

Super Nutrition for Babies

by Dr. Katherine Erlich, M.D.
There is a better way to feed your baby. Super Nutrition for Babies gives parents the latest science-verified nutritional recommendations for feeding their child. Based on a program used at one of the largest holistic practices in the country, this book provides information on all aspects of nutrition and feeding.

Healing Now

by Ferran Blasco
Healing Now is a practical book that presents 16 meditation and self-massage practices to help you reawaken well-being in your body, positive emotions in your heart, and insight in your mind.

The Untold Story of Milk

by Ron Schmid
Explains the history of milk, how pasteurization came to be the norm, and the many benefits, as well as the risks, of raw milk.

Could it be B12?

by Sally Pacholok RN and Jeffrey Stuart DO
In depth book explains the effects of vitamin B12 deficiency on the body, which is surprisingly more common than I every knew.  It is of special concern for vegetarians and for those with MTHFR mutations (which surprisingly is upwards of 80% of kids who come to see me with chronic issues.)  If your baby is loosing milestones or head isn’t growing, read this book and have your child’s urine tested for methylmalonic acid.

Gut and Psychology Syndrome

by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride
The GAPS diet – explains the connection between the gut (our second brain) and behavior.

Molecules of Emotion

by Candace B. Pert, PhD
The science behind mind-body medicine. An inspiring book written by a strong woman who shows the scientific link between how the chemicals in our body are linked to our mind.

Autism: Pathways to Recovery

by Dr. Amy Yasko
This book looks at autism from a metabolic pathways point of view, addresses methylation pathway problems in depth.

Natural Treatments for Tics and Tourette’s

by Sheila Rogers
A patient and family guide.

Good Calories, Bad Calories

by Gary Taubes
Fats, carbs, and the controversial science of diet and health.  A book that will reteach you how to think about food and what is truly good for you, and how “science” has skewed us to believe otherwise.

Nourishing Traditions

by Sally Fallon
Cookbook chock full of recipes and information on why our great grandparents, and past generations from other cultures, cooked the way they did, why it is healthier, what is wrong with lowfat and vegetarian diets, and how we can eat and cook to be healthier.

The Homeopathic Treatment of Children - Pediatric Constitutional Types

by Paul Herscu, N.D.
Nice clear descriptions.  Easy to read and helpful in finding your child’s constitutional remedy.

The Four Pillars of Healing

by Leo Galland, M.D.
Great book, particularly for interested physicians. This book reviews the past and present of medicine.

Healing the New Childhood Epidemics

by Kenneth Bock, M.D.
Focus on Autism, ADD/ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies.  Pediatrician who practices functional medicine sharing true patient stories and guidance for care of children with these chronic diseases.  A must read for parents of kids with autism, ADD, and asthma.

Digestive Wellness for Children

by Elizabeth Lipski, PhD.
Explains how the digestive system relates to disease, offering alternative strategies for specific disorders.  Excellent book!

The Biology of Belief

by Bruce Lipton, PhD
Such an interesting book about epigenetics, written from a geneticist’s point of view.  Very captivating.

Iodine, Why You Need It and Why you Can’t Live Without It 

by David Brownstein, M.D.
Iodine deficiency is associated with thyroid disorders, breast cancer and prostate cancer.  Dr. Brownstein practices in West Bloomfield.  In Michigan, most people don’t consume enough iodine.  This book explains why and how to take iodine safely.

Salt Your Way to Health

by David Brownstein, M.D.
Clearly explains the benefits of Celtic Sea Salt vs. the negatives of refined salt.  Celtic Sea Salt replenishes minerals, assisting function and healing.  Whereas refined salt depletes our body of minerals, leading to disease and aging.

The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest

by Dan Buettner
Evaluations of pockets of the world where there are many centurians.  What works for them and how we can use the information to live longer and healthier lives.

Sugar...Stop the Addiction: A Biochemical Explanation and Treatment Protocol for Healing from Refined Carbohydrate

by Kelly Genzlinger, CNC, CMTA
Discusses the negative effects of sugar and provides a biochemical explanation and treatment protocol for sugar addiction.

Nutrition and Physical Degeneration

by Weston A. Price, DDS
Written by a dentist in the 1930’s, who traveled the world looking for communties with perfect teeth.  Although quite long, this book remarkable photographs and has amazing relevance to today’s worlds. This should be required reading for dentists.

Children with Starving Brains: A Medical Treatment Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorder

by Jaquelyn McCandles , M.D.
Focuses on Autism, Aspergers, and ADD/ADHD

Peace, Love and Healing: Bodymind Communication & the Path to Self-Healing: An Exploration

by Bernie Siegel, M.D.
Body-mind connection and guide to self-healing

Homeopathic Medicine for Children and Infants

by Dana Ullman, M.P.H
Simple and complete guide for treating children homeopathically.

Genetic Nutritioneering

by Jeffrey Bland, PhD.
The far-ranging Human Genome Project is producing a breathtaking revolution in health, raising the prospect of averting hereditary "destined" diseases by modifying the expression of genetic traits.

Total Wellness: Improve Your Health by Understanding and Cooperating with Your Body’s Natural Healing Systems

by Joseph Pizzorno, N.D.
Written in a clear and understandable style, this book covers each of the major body systems, describing how they work, how to recognize when something is not working correctly, and how to make it work again.

Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls

by Marcy Pipher, PhD
For every parent who has girls – psychology focus.

Is Your Child’s Brain Starving? Food, Not Drugs for Life and Learning

by Michael Lyon, M.D.
This book explores a variety of potential treatments to improve brain function in children and adults without the use of drugs

The Body “Knows”

by Caroline Sutherland
How to Tune In to your Body and Improve Your Health.