Nutrition as a Complementary Therapy

Chapter 8: Nutrition as a Complementary Therapy 

Overview:

• Provides basic nutrition information
• Lists sources for further education and information
• Description of nutritional influences on the aetiology of disease
• Indication tables for nutritional supplements are provided
• Describes the relationship between nursing and nutrition
• Explains common nutritionally deficient groups and suggest treatment options

Description:

This chapter sets the tone for complementary therapies as agents of healing and health promotion. The relationship between diet, health and disease with particular focus on aetiology of disease is described, as is the free radical relationship to a deficient diet. Suggested nutrition regimes are provided for certain groups in society- such as the elderly and pregnant women- who are prone to nutritional deficiencies.

Topics:

• Introduction
• History
• Nutritional influences on the aetiology of disease
• Brain ageing and neurological function
• Fatigue and lack of vitality
• Indications and contraindications of nutritional supplements
• Nursing and nutrition: a powerful therapeutic relationship
• Reasons why nurses should get involved
• Common nutritionally deficient groups: suggested treatment approaches
• Cost of nutritional supplements to the individual and society
• References

Speaker / Author:

Gregory May

RN, Accredited Naturopath, Bachelor of Naturopathy, Graduate Diploma in Iridology, Certificate in Homoeopathy, Graduate Diploma in Nutritional Medicine. Current study: Graduate Diploma of Business Management.

Greg has practised as a registered nurse and naturopath in both Victoria and Western Australia and possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the health industry. His particular interest lies in the ageing and degenerative process and he has also been strongly involved in community education. Greg was a regular guest speaker on Melbourne community radio station 3MDR and he continues to focus his attention on community education and awareness.

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