Dr. Klaper's
Helpful Resources
In this listing, you will find a wealth of medical and nutritional information. Many of the books have been written by colleagues who specialize in a nutritional approach to healing. I hope this Directory helps you to better appreciate and utilize the wide range of healing possibilities now available.
Remember, with any book or tape, information is just information -- even in works by 'experts.' A particular piece of advice may or may not be true for every person, with every medical condition, every time. The guidance in these books and other resources is not meant to replace competent care by an experienced health professional, and the ultimate choice about any test or treatment is yours. Ask enough questions so that you can make an informed decision. If necessary, insist on your health professional drawing pictures for you to explain the condition or proposed procedure. Trust your own experience and never be afraid to change your mind if your heart and your common sense tell you to do so. Change whatever you need to change in your diet, in your thoughts, and in your lifestyle to create the conditions that produce true health in your body and spirit -- and you will have the greatest chance for a long and happy life.
Michael Klaper, M.D.
Health Organizations | Vegetarian Organizations | Health Newsletters | Health Facilities
AHMA -- American Holistic Medical Assn.
4101 Lake Boone Trail, #201
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 787-5146
Write for a national directory of physician members to find a holistic M.D. in your area. Cost $8.00
ADA -- American Dietetic Assn.
216 West Jackson Blvd.
Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60695
(312) 899-0400, Ext. 4813
To find a dietitian aware of balanced, low-fat, whole-foods nutrition, ask for a member of the "Vegetarian Practice Group."
AVS -- American Vegan Society
56 Dinshah Drive
P.O. Box H
Malaga, NY 08328
(609) 694-2887
A rich information resource on pure vegetarian diet and lifestyle.
NAVS -- North American Vegetarian Society
P.O. Box 72
Dolgeville, NY 13329
(518) 568-7970
Excellent literature available for people new to meat-free dining.
VRG -- Vegetarian Resource Group
P.O. Box 1463
Baltimore, MD 21203
Hotline for vegetarian questions: (410) 366-VEGE
An excellent source of vegetarian information and support. Great newsletter called "Vegetarian Journal."
VEGEDINE --
427 S Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891-1528
Phone: (607) 535-7892
www.vava.com
(Offers online courses in vegetarian dietetics.)
McDougall Newsletter
Dr. McDougall's Health and Medical Center
P.O. Box 14039
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
(800) 941-7111
(707) 538-8609
drmcdougall@drmcdougall.com
Great information each month on food as medicine, avoiding hospitalization, etc.
Self Healing Newsletter
Andrew Weil, M.D.
P.O. Box 788
Mount St. Morris, IL 61054
(800) 523-3296
Effective strategies for healing.
Optimum Health Institute
6970 Central Avenue
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
(619) 464-3346
Educational center for raw food nutrition, fasting, colon health, etc. Reasonable rates.
Preventive Medicine Research Institute
900 Bridgeway, Suite 2
Sausalito, CA 94965
(415) 331-2323
Dr. Dean Ornish's famed program of diet and lifestyle changes to reverse the progression of cardiovascular disease.
True North Health Center
Santa Rosa, California
(707) 586 - 5555
Residential program for fasting and treatment of degenerative diseases. Excellent food and educational programs.
Hippocrates Health Institute
43 Palmdale Court
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
(407) 471-8876
Cleansing and detoxification programs. Warm tropical setting; pure vegetarian food.