Affordable CE for Nurses in Holistic Studies

Recognize the common symptoms of adrenal fatigue: low energy, immune suppression with frequent infections, cravings for salt, sugar, caffeine and other stimulants, weight gain, abdominal obesity, decreased libido, anxiety,  depression, PMS, mental fogginess, memory issues, light-headedness, (to name but a few). 

You will earn simple and natural ways to restore adrenal balance, and with it, increased vitality, energy, immunity and enjoyment of life. 

REQUIRED READING: "ADRENAL FATIGUE, the 21st century Stress Syndrome" by James Wilson, N.D., D.C., PhD 

Learn the myriad common symptoms of an overgrowth of candida in the body,  a form of yeast/ (fungus) which can effect every organ system, and which are usually misdiagnosed. Some of the more common symptoms are fatigue, depression, anxiety, palpitations, mental fogginess, floaters, tinnitus, headache, dizziness, joint pain, diarrhea, constipation and other digestive concerns,  sugar craving, UTI symptoms, rashes, and frequent respiratory infections. You will learn to recognize their cause and the dietary changes that can bring relief.

REQUIRED READING: "THE FUNGUS LINK" by Doug Kaufman, intro by Wm Lee Cowden, M.D.

Learn how imbalances in our energy fields destabilize our well-being, and the subtle, but powerful energy treatment approaches that can restore health and balance at a deep level.

REQUIRED READING: "VIBRATIONAL MEDICINE" by Richard Gerber, M.D

Learn how natural oils and aromatherapy have been used for centuries to protect and heal the body and emotions, and how to effectively treat numerous common medical and emotional ailments in both adults and children.

REQUIRED READING: "ESSENTIAL OILS Natural remedies, the complete A-Z reference of essential oils for health and healing" by Althea Press

You will learn the ancient tradition of controlling the placement and quality of your surroundings to promote health and well-being, even professional success and prosperity. These principles  apply to all environments: your home, office, clinic and hospital settings.

REQUIRED READING: "FENG SHUI AND HEALTH,  The Anatomy of a Home" by Nancy San Pietro

Learn the power of flower essences, which can  be used daily, are easy to understand, and are effective in achieving emotional well-being and mind-body health.

REQUIRED READING: "FLOWER ESSENCE REPERTORY" by Patricia Kaminski and Richard Katz

Learn the principles of herbal medicine and their application. You will be able to formulate herbal remedies for the treatment of common ailments and the maintenance of health. 

REQUIRED READING: "THE WAY OF HERBS, fully updated with the latest developments in herbal science" by Michael Tierra, Herbalist, N.D., L.Ac.

Learn safe, effective, affordable ways to heal emotional pain and related physical ailments with the centuries-old tried and proven practice of homeopathy, which treats the whole person, not the "diagnosis" and,  rather than suppress symptoms, stimulates the body to heal itself. 

REQUIRED READING: "HOMEOPATHIC GUIDE TO STRESS; safe and effective natural ways to alleviate physical and emotional stress" by Miranda Castro

Learn the true causes of cardiovascular diseases and the natural and therapeutic approach to their prevention and reversal, including diet, lifestyle, critical supplements and  avoidance of toxins.

REQUIRED READING: "THE PALEO CARDIOLOGIST, the Natural Way to Heart Health", by Jack Wilson, D.O., FACC

Learn from the nation's leading homeopathic educator everything parents and caregivers should know about treating more than 75 common physical, emotional and behavioral children's ailments with homeopathic medications. For those who wish to be able to treat their children safely and effectively at home and avoid commonly prescribed medications and their unwanted side effects.

REQUIRED READING: "HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE for CHILDREN AND INFANTS" by Dana Ullman, M.P.H

Learn how many common acute and chronic illnesses, such as joint pain, heart disease, diabetes, auto-immune disorders, and even cancer, can be related to our modern diet, causing an inflammatory state in our bodies, and how to effect an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle.

REQUIRED READING: "INFLAMMATION NATION, the first clinically proven eating plan to end our nation's epidemic", by Floyd H Chilton, PhD

Advance your understanding of the unique health needs of  LGBT individuals of all ages. Learn about their mental and physical health risks, care, prevention, education, health services and contextual influences. A valuable resource for clinicians, service providers, policymakers and LGBT advocacy groups.

REQUIRED READING: "THE FENWAY GUIDE TO LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER HEALTH", by Harvey Makadon, M.D, Kenneth Mayer, M.D., Jennifer Polter, M.D., and Hilary Goldhammer, M.S.  (note: this book is more costly, but I've found it to be so worth it's price, as it's packed with useful information and greatly enhanced my knowledge and ability to better care for those in this often- misunderstood community and who's unique needs have been neglected.)

You will learn this simple but powerful concept: "Our survival depends on the healing power of love, intimacy and relationships; physically, emotionally and spiritually, as individuals, as a country, as a culture, and perhaps even as a species". 

REQUIRED READING: "LOVE AND SURVIVAL, 8 pathways to Intimacy and Health", by Dean Ornish, M.D.

You will learn the latest evidence connecting prayer, healing and medicine, and learn how prayer "can be as valid a healing tool as drugs or surgery".

REQUIRED READING: "HEALING WORDS, the power of prayer and the practice of medicine", by Larry Dossey, M.D.