An eight-week programme for improving and maintaining health, this work illuminates the mechanisms and processes of the body's healing systems , along with the ways the individual can optimize the functioning of his or her own system. Incorporating alternative methods and treatments, the author provides information on each component of the programme, including diet (with 50 recipes), exercise, stress reduction techniques, vitamins and supplements. There are customized programmes for a dozen categories, including pregnant women, overweight people, and senior citizens. Building on the thinking of Spontaneous Healing, the author seeks to provide the means to maintain health and lessen the need for medical intervention.