The Holistic Approach to Stress A Step-by-Step Guide to Addressing Stress in All Areas of Your Life

In today's non-stop culture, it is hard to go a day without feeling stressed. Many of us would like to get rid of it, but stress is a necessary part of our lives. In The Holistic Approach to Stress, Dr. Ashraf Girgis tries to get to the root of the problem and discusses how to live with stress while avoiding its countless detrimental effects. She presents a host of key tools to manage your stress, addressing nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, exercise, practical techniques, and more. With in-depth analysis and quick tips, this book will not only change your perspective on stress management, but will remain an excellent reference for years to come.

Dr. Ashraf Girgis is a doctor of naturopathic medicine and a certified stress management consultant and therapist. She received her BSN in Iran and continued her education by specializing in intensive care in Switzerland. She obtained her doctorate in naturopathic medicine in the United States. She is also a member of the American Institute of Healthcare Professionals and a board member for the Michigan Chapter of the Scleroderma Foundation. She has worked as a stress management consultant and naturopathic doctor in both Maryland and Michigan. Ashraf gives talks and seminars about various autoimmune diseases and aging. She has also published many online articles on various subjects, from food to herbs and lifestyle. She has published CDs for Guided Imagery, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, and Autogenic Training. In addition to The Holistic Approach to Autoimmune Diseases, Ashraf has published The Holistic Approach to Stress and Path to Love (a poetry book). In her practice, she uses a variety of approaches in consulting with her clients such as homeopathy, herbs and food, and relaxation techniques. She also uses the FDA approved Fisher Wallace simulator.