Encyclopedia of Minds Enhancing Foods Drugs and Nutritional Substances 1st Edition by David Group 0786408537 978-0786408535

Authors:David w.Group , Series:Medical [5] , Tags:Drugs; Foods , Author sort:w.Group, David , Languages:Languages:eng , Published:Published:Nov 2000 , Publisher:McFarland , Comments:Comments:It seems as though every day brings a new pill or potion claiming to restore mentalalertness or improve memory. While many of these claims are based on factual information,many others are not. This encyclopedia of foods and drugs that are believed to improvemental performance contains information on nearly 400 nutrients, herbs, and drugs, rangingfrom ancient plant compounds to the latest pharmaceuticals. Entries are arranged by typeof substance, such as foods, vitamins, minerals, spices, and medical drugs. Each entrycontains information such as alternate names and forms, sources, results, side effects,precautions, and recommended dosage. Although readers are encouraged to consult with theirdoctors before diagnosing and treating themselves, this book provides crucial, factual,and unbiased information on the “miracle drugs” that many people believe can solve healthproblems from fatigue to Alzheimer’s. Readers can discover for themselves the properties ofeach substance. A complete index allows for easy reference and help with alternate names,food and drug interactions, and symptoms.