Basic Health Publications series – serie

Cataracts and age-related muscular degeneration are the most common vision-threatening eye diseases. Both interfere with vision and many lead to blindness. Yet many natural supplements such as lutein and zeaxanthin, play normal roles in protecting the eyes. This User's Guide to Eye Health Supplements explains how these and other nutrients can reduce your risk of eye disease.

Millions of people have elevated blood levels of cholesterol, a major risk factor for coronary heart disease. Yet many supplements and foods can effectively - and safely - reduce cholesterol levels. This User's Guide to Policosanol and Other Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol explains what you have to do to reduce your risk of heart disease.

In this primer, the authors introduce readers to the top ten natural therapies so they can determine which therapy is best for them.