Health books from Bored Feet Press

Nature's Dirty Needle
What You Need to Know about Chronic Lyme Disease and How to Get Help to Feel Better

by Mara Williams, RN, MSN, ANP-BC
Foreword by Neil Nathan, M.D.

This concise and clearly written book describes Chronic Lyme Disease, the different co-infections, what the symptoms are, how to recognize them, and finally, how best to get help. Personal stories of those who have dealt with these infections tell of finding the right health care provider, getting the correct diagnosis, then proper treatment. Also describes the politics surrounding the infections, and the lack of support and poor information from the current health care system.

Nature's Dirty Needle includes a symptom check list to help the reader understand that chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia are symptoms, not diagnoses, and that, if one is having odd symptoms, they are not all in one's head. To the contrary, you are not crazy, but may have been bitten by a tick!

Out of the Woods
Healing Lyme Disease — Body, Mind & Spirit

Katina I Makris, CCH, CIH

Makris' vivid story offers practical info for diagnosing and treating the bacterial infection, as well as powerful guidance for mending the broken spirit. Part recovery memoir and part resource guide, this book provides vital alternative medical, emotional, and spiritual support.

On Hope and Healing
For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks

Neil Nathan, M.D.

Written in nontechnical language, On Hope and Healing also offers clear, readable explanations for the causes and cures of today's onslaught of complex/chronic illnesses. Physicians and patients alike will benefit from this comprehensive book.

Healing with Medicinal Plants of the West
Cultural and Scientific Basis for their Use

Cecilia Garcia & James D. Adams, Jr.

This informative guide covers the traditional healing uses and modern pharmacological data on 115 native plants found in California and the West. While western plants have been used in healing for thousands of years, this book carefully explains the uses of each plant for healing and the spiritual dimension of that healing process.

West Seattle 101
An Insider’s Guide to Recreation, Dining, Entertainment & Enrichment

Lori Hinton

An eclectic collection of 101 things to do in this great corner of a great city. Includes restaurants, cafes, delis, bars, coffee houses, dancing, arts, crafts, outdoor activities, shopping, and much more.

Warrior Mothers
Stories To Awaken The Flames Of The Heart

Thaïs Mazur

Twenty-four women from all walks of life offer their personal stories to inspire and awaken readers from apathy and despair to a call for action.

Say Yes Quickly
A Cancer Tapestry

Mary Bradish O'Connor

This book of well crafted poems and short prose pieces describes the experience of being diagnosed, treated and living with cancer.

Dancing with the Diagnosis
Steps For Taking The Lead When Facing Cancer

Michelle Waters, Foreword by Robert H. Schuller

In this book, Waters pairs her cancer experience with her expertise as a university instructor, and encourages readers to take an active part in their healing process through the use of effective, positive communication.