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Book SynopsisA definitive handbook for readers suffering from hypothyroidism describes the symptoms and causes of this frequently undiagnosed but treatable disease and introduces a range of therapeutic options, including natural remedies, to help alleviate the ailment.

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Book SynopsisThe basis for the PBS Special, What Are You Hungry For? is the breakthrough book that can bring weight under effortless control by linking it to personal fulfillment in every area of a reader's life.After promoting this message worldwide for thirty years, bestselling author Deepak Chopra focuses on the huge problem of weight control in America with exciting new concepts. What are you hungry for? Food? Love? Self-esteem?  Peace? In this manual for higher health, based on the latest findings in both mainstream and alternative medicine, Deepak Chopra creates a vision of weight loss based on a deeper awareness of why people overeat - because they are trying to find satisfaction and wind up using food as a substitute for real fulfillment.  Repudiating the failed approaches of crash dieting and all forms of deprivation, Chopra's new book aims directly at the problem of finding fulfillment.  When that problem is solved, he argues, normal eating falls into place automatically, and the entire system of mind and body achieves what it really desires. “Everyone’s life story is complicated, and the best intentions go astray because people find it hard to change,” writes Chopra. “Bad habits, like bad memories, stick around stubbornly when we wish they’d go away. But you have a great motivation working for you, which is your desire for happiness. I define happiness as the state of fulfillment, and everyone wants to be fulfilled. If you keep your eye on this, your most basic motivation, then the choices you make come down to a single question: “What am I hungry for?” Your true desire will lead you in the right direction. False desires lead in the wrong direction.” Wherever you are in life, this book will help point you in that right direction.

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Book SynopsisThe foods we eat contain vitamins, minerals and amino acids - the building blocks of proteins, besides other nutrients.

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Book SynopsisThe 12 key tissue salts are minerals that should be present in our bodies in perfect balance to ensure optimal health. These remarkable salts are found in the Earth's rocks and soil, and in food grown organically in mineral-rich soil. In this follow-up to Tissues Salts for Health Living, Margaret Roberts focuses on using tissue salts to enhance the development and wellbeing of children, from infancy to the teenage years. Each tissue salt is presented in its own chapter, with tips on treating specific ailments and advice on increasing the intake of the salts by means of diet. An ailment chart is included for quick reference. An indispensable guide for anyone interested in health, wellness, and using natural remedies to enhance wellbeing.

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Book SynopsisDonald Thomas provides information for women who wish to become pregnant and advises readers about working with a disability, complementary and alternative medicine, infections, cancer, and a host of other topics.Trade ReviewA wealth of detail on the many ways lupus affects the human body, the various related treatment options, a range of patient resources for support, and more... a caring, comprehensive guide to understanding and coping with lupus. Library Journal The Lupus Encyclopedia is [a] carefully-researched, easily-understood and comprehensive book. It is, as it claims, an ENCYCLOPEDIA... If you [could have] only one book in your library about lupus, The Lupus Encyclopedia might well be it. The Lupus Guru There is great depth and much to learn from reading and referring to this important book... This book should stand the test of time as one of the great books about this complex auto-immune disease. Lupus, the Adventure Between the Lines I highly recommend The Lupus Encyclopedia. It's an amazing source of information, and I feel empowered by the fact that I have a reliable resource to turn to whenever I need it. No matter what your symptoms are or the level of severity, you owe it to yourself to get this book. Lupine Life The Lupus Encyclopedia is a book that that every lupus patient should have in their home library. It's the most comprehensive lupus book out there, and is a valuable resource for anyone searching for a detailed and in-depth explanation of this complicated and mysterious disease. -- Sara Gorman Despite Lupus This is a highly readable medical text... This encyclopedia would be useful for public libraries, medical libraries, or academic libraries. -- Amy B. Parsons American Reference Books Annual ... packed with facts, advice and encouragement... The Nursing Times This title strikes a pitch perfect balance: on one side, there is information of value to those suffering from or caring for the condition, on the other, data suitable for clinicians seeking a better general understanding of the condition. This volume represents outstanding value for money and would be a useful addition to medical, healthcare and personal bookshelves. Reference Reviews We can't imagine a more thorough, readable guide to lupus than this. Pain-Free LivingTable of ContentsList of IllustrationsList of TablesForeword, by George C. Tsokos, MDPrefaceAcknowledgmentsPart I: Definitions, Causes, and Diagnosis of Autoimmune Disease1. What Is Lupus and How Is It Diagnosed?2. The Other Systemic Autoimmune Diseases3. What Causes Lupus?4. The Meaning of All Those Test ResultsPart II: How Lupus Affects the Body5. How SLE Directly Affects the Body6. Constitutional Symptoms7. The Musculoskeletal System8. Skin and Mucous Membranes9. Blood and Lymph Systems10. The Respiratory System11. The Heart and Blood Vessels12. The Urinary System13. The Nervous System14. The Exocrine Gland System15. The Digestive System16. Eyes17. The Endocrine System18. The Reproductive System and Pregnancy19. Special Populations and Surgery20. PrognosisPart III: Other Complications of Lupus and Their Treatments21. Heart Attacks and Strokes22. Infections23. Cancer and SLE24. Osteoporosis25. Avascular Necrosis of Bone26. Adrenal Insufficiency27. Fibromyalgia28. Gastroesophageal Reflux and Stomach UlcersPart IV: Treatment of Lupus29. General Treatment of Lupus30. Anti-Malarials31. Steroids32. Immunosuppressants33. Biologic Agents34. Benlysta: The First FDA-Approved Drug for Lupus in More Than Fifty Years35. Other Therapies for SLE36. Prescription Pain Medicines37. Future Treatments for SLE38. Nonmedical Therapies for Lupus39. Complementary and Alternative MedicinePart V: Practical Matters40. Talking to Your Doctor and Deciphering Symptoms41. Becoming Pregnant, Breast-Feeding, and Using Contraception42. Health Insurance and Affording Healthcare43. Working and Dealing with Disability44. The Lupus Secrets ChecklistPatient ResourcesBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisLearn how adjusting your thoughts can change your health—from the “mother of mindfulness” and first female tenured professor of psychology at Harvard.“What matters more: mind or body? Filled with original research and thought-provoking insights, The Mindful Body shows that the two are not just connected but are actually one, opening us to vast potential for health and happiness.”—Dan Ariely, New York Times bestselling author of Predictably IrrationalWhen it comes to our health, we tend to live our lives as though our ailments—our stiff knees or frayed nerves or diminished eyesight—can change only in one direction: for the worse. Award-winning social psychologist Ellen J. Langer’s life’s work proves the fault in this negative outlook as well as the healing power of its alternative: mindfulness—the process of active noticing where we are not bound by past ex

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Book SynopsisAn informative and helpful guide for would-be parents, especially mothers, who want to prepare themselves for pregnancy both physically, emotionally and in a practical sense.Table of Contents : acknowledgements : introduction – trying or planning? : 1) the right time? : your feelings : your partner and your relationship : your material circumstances : time and your fertility : men and fertility : bypassing nature and planning ahead : 2) how conception happens : getting ready… in the woman : getting ready… in the man : getting together – when sperm meets egg : X or Y? : 3) very early pregnancy – from embryo to foetus : early developments : hormones : screening tests : 4) fertility awareness – get biology on your side : frequent enough sex : pinpointing ovulation : tracking your cycle with a kit : other ways to check fertility at home : pros and cons : 5) supporting your own fertility : diet : nutritional supplements : a healthy weight : alcohol and nicotine : stress and anxiety : sperm quality down? : what does this mean for you and : your partner? : 6) pre-conception care : nutrition : folate/folic acid : drinking and smoking : other drugs : mental health issues : pre-conception care for men : 7) seeking help : potential problems : what happens when you seek help? : what next? : treatment pathway : 8) complementary and alternative help : holistic approach : stress relief : balancing the body : how popular is it? : finding a practitioner : 9) testing, testing… : developments in testing : how do pregnancy tests work? : when to test : reliability : other ways of confirming pregnancy : 10) good health in early pregnancy : first antenatal appointment : tests : how you’ll feel : staying healthy : 11) ‘I’m pregnant’ – who to tell? and when? : telling family and friends : informing your employers : coping with other’s reactions : 12) pregnancy loss: miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death : why do miscarriages happen? : incidence of miscarriage : how do you become aware of miscarriage? : recovery after miscarriage : termination for abnormality : stillbirth and neonatal birth : trying again : 13) what next after tests and checks? : surgical help : fertility drugs : treatment for men : assisted reproduction : planning for the future : further treatment pathway : 14) another baby… or not? : secondary infertility : return of your fertility : deciding one is enough : 15) the emotional journey : trying to get pregnant : internet jargon : real life experiences shared : irritating and maddening remarks : glossary : taking it further : index

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Book SynopsisNew York Times BestsellerThis book may help those who are susceptible to illnesses that can be prevented.His Holiness the Dalai LamaAbsolutely the best book I've read on nutrition and diet Dan Buettner, author of The Blue Zones SolutionFrom the physician behind the wildly popular Nutrition Facts website, How Not to Die reveals the groundbreaking scientific evidence behind the only diet that can help prevent and reverse many of the causes of disease-related death.In How Not to Die, Dr. Michael Greger, the internationally-renowned nutrition expert, physician, and founder of NutritionFacts.org, examines the fifteen top causes of premature death in America--heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, Parkinson''s, high blood pressure, and more--and explains how nutritional and lifestyle interventions can sometimes trump prescription pills and other pharmaceutical and surgical appro

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Book SynopsisCoping With Erectile Dysfunction was awarded the best consumer book of 2006 by the Society for Sex Therapy and Research. Continuing the momentum of their revolutionary book, Coping with Premature Ejaculation, Michael Metz and Barry McCarthy, two of the nation's most respected sex therapists, bring you the only complete self-help resource on the market for men dealing with erectile dysfunction. Not only is this book the first to address this problem using the most current research into male sexuality, but it is the first to propose a treatment approach that unites medical, psychological, and relationship-enhancing techniques into a cooperative process that couples can work through together. The book begins with an uncomplicated explanation of ED and a discussion of the mythologies that surround much of male sexuality. After describing the integrated treatment approach, the book helps men develop a set of realistic sexual expectations for each phase of their lives and explores the role of their partners in resolving ED problems. Exercises help men assess the nature of their problems. The results of the assessments lead readers to explore medical, psychological, and couples-related interventions. The book closes with a detailed program for relapse prevention. Ultimately, the Metz-McCarthy approach encourages couples to explore their own sexual intimacy as a means of overcoming the problem.

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Book SynopsisMany people sincerely believe that all vaccines are safe, adverse reactions are rare, and no peer-reviewed scientific studies exist showing that vaccines can cause harm. This book — Miller's Review of Critical Vaccine Studies — provides the other side of the story that is not commonly told. It contains summaries of 400 important scientific papers to help parents and researchers enhance their understanding of vaccinations. "This book should be required reading for every doctor, medical student and parent. Reading this book will allow you to make better choices when considering vaccination." — David Brownstein, MD "This book is so precise and exciting in addressing the vaccine controversy that I read it in one evening. I recommend this book to any parent who has questions about vaccines and wants to be factually educated to make informed decisions." — Gabriel Cousens, MD "Neil Miller's book is a tour de force and a clarion voice championing the cautionary principle: 'When in doubt, minimize risk.' Let's talk science. Read this book. The truth will keep you and your children protected." — Bradford S. Weeks, MD "Nowhere else can one find such an organized and concise compilation of research on vaccines. Not only does Miller have a deep understanding of science and the issues at hand, he has made this book easy to reference and cite. Truly, there is no other guide out there quite like it. For everyone who contacts me in the future seeking scientific evidence about vaccines, I will recommend Miller 's Review of Critical Vaccine Studies." — Toni Bark, MD, MHEM, LEED AP , previous Director of the pediatric ER at Michael Reese Hospital "Miller's Review of Critical Vaccine Studies is the most comprehensive and coherent accumulation of peer-reviewed research on vaccine issues and natural immunity I have ever come across. A must read for parents, teachers, doctors and other healthcare providers." — Dr. Tyson Perez , pediatric chiropractorTrade ReviewThis book should be required reading for every doctor, medical student and parent. Reading this book will allow you to make better choices when considering vaccination. -- David Brownstein, MDThis book is so precise and exciting in addressing the vaccine controversy that I read it in one evening. I recommend this book to any parent who has questions about vaccines and wants to be factually educated to make informed decisions. -- Gabriel Cousens, MD, MD(H), DDNeil Millers book is a tour de force and a clarion voice championing the cautionary principle: When in doubt, minimize risk. Lets talk science. Read this book. The truth will keep you and your children protected. -- Bradford S Weeks, MDNowhere else can one find such an organized and concise compilation of research on vaccines. Not only does Miller have a deep understanding of science and the issues at hand, he has made this book easy to reference and cite. Truly, there is no other guide out there quite like it. For everyone who contacts me in the future seeking scientific evidence about vaccines, I will recommend Millers Review of Critical Vaccine Studies. -- Toni Bark, MD, MHEM, LEED AP, previous Director of the pediatric ER at Michael Reese HospitalThis is a well-researched work that raises a number of important considerations about our current vaccination practices. Through studies with commentaries, the reader is led on a journey that bypasses the typical myopic view our society has toward vaccines. -- Brandon Horn, PhD, JD, LAc, Chief Academic Officer, American University of Complementary MedicineMillers Review of Critical Vaccine Studies is the most comprehensive and coherent accumulation of peer-reviewed research on vaccine issues and natural immunity I have ever come across. A must read for parents, teachers, doctors and other healthcare providers. -- Dr Tyson Perez, pediatric chiropractor

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Book SynopsisThe Eat Right 4 (For) Your Type portable and personal diet book that will help people with blood type A stay healthy and achieve their ideal weight.Different blood types mean different body chemistry. If your blood type is A, enjoy your best health on a vegetarian diet. Carry this guide with you to the grocery store, restaurants, even on vacation to avoid putting on those extra pounds, or getting sick from eating the wrong thing.Inside you will find complete listings of what’s right for Type A in the following categories:• meats, poultry, and seafood • oils and fats • dairy and eggs • nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes • breads, grains, and pastas • fruits, vegetables, and juices • spices and condiments • herbal teas and other beverages • special supplements • drug interactions • resources and supp

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Book SynopsisIn partnership with The Noakes Foundation and the Eat Better South Africa! initiative, the bestselling The Banting Solution is now in an easily accessible format! Due to readers' requests for more basic recipes and a user-friendly format, The Banting Solution is now available in a size that fits every pocket. This little guide will provide all the tips and advice you need with which to start, successfully conclude and maintain your Banting lifestyle. The Banting Pocket Guide includes a chapter from Banting's most respected and passionate supporter, Prof. Tim Noakes; answers your most pressing questions; busts the myths that have cropped up around Banting; provides helpful meal plans, Banting-friendly food lists and recipes; teaches you how to Bant on a budget, making this lifestyle accessible to everyone; and much, much more. Most importantly, it teaches you how to get rid of those unwanted kilos and keep them off forever! Easy to pop into your handbag or pocket, The Banting Pocket Guide is set to kick-start your new Banting lifestyle!

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Book SynopsisAlberto Villoldo, a classically trained medical anthropologist, has studied shamanic healing techniques among the descendants of the ancient Inkas for more than twenty years. In Shaman, Healer, Sage, he draws on his vast body of knowledge to create a practical and revolutionary program based on the traditional healing methods used by these shamans -- methods that, until now, have been inaccessible to most of the world.Villoldo explains that central to shamanic healing is the concept of the Luminous Energy Field that is believed to surround our material bodies. His book teaches us to see and influence the imprints that disease leaves on this field and thereby to heal ourselves and others, as well as prevent illness.Villoldo weaves wonderful teaching stories throughout about the healing power of the energy medicine of the Americas. In one story, Villoldo comes down with pneumonia while in Peru. When antibiotics fail to control the infection, his mentor, the shaman Don Antonio, uses the process of Illumination to remove the toxins that had invaded Villoldo's body. These same shamanic techniques later allowed Villoldo to remove stagnant energy from a young woman whose marriage was suffering due to her past experience with abandonment. With the aid of shamanic work, the woman regained her trust in others, and her marriage was revitalized.This book is rich with ancient wisdom and contemporary techniques we can use to help ourselves and others, as well as with the more advanced methods of master shamans, which are being brought to a wide audience for the first time.

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Book SynopsisStreet drugs, medical drugs, and other toxic substances are part of reality around us. We are exposed to toxic substances one way or another. These have an effect on our mind and leave residuals in our body. How can one effectively eradicate these from the body? The book describes in detail the "Purification Program" developed by L. Ron Hubbard, that gives an appropriate answer.

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Book SynopsisWe all know that we age - but do you know exactly how, and why? And do you wonder what you can do-whatever your age - to slow the process so you can live well, for longer?This book comprehensively answers these questions. Medical doctor and polymath scientist Kris Verburgh illuminates the biological mechanisms that make our bodies susceptible to heart attacks, strokes, dementia, diabetes, and other aging-related diseases. We learn about the crucial role of poorly functioning mitochondria, shortened telomeres, proteins andcarbohydrates, and more.Having explained the aging process at work, Dr. Verburgh then provides the tools we need to slow them down: his scientifcally backed Longevity Staircase. is simple yet innovative step-by-step method oers better health and a longer life span through nutrition - currently our best defense in the ght against aging and disease.And with each passing day, advances in biotechnology - once the stu of science ction - are emerging as part of the "longevity code." Dr. Verburgh discusses how new types of vaccines, mitochondrial DNA, CRISPR proteins, and stem cells may help us slow and even reverse aging - now and in the future.

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Book SynopsisThe unfortunate popular perception is that when someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer''s, they are immediately lost to themselves, to those who love them and to those they love. In I''M STILL HERE, John Zeisel shows how you can connect with someone through the fog of dementia and build a relationship with the person within.This groundbreaking book focuses on connecting with Alzheimer''s sufferers through the abilities that don''t diminish over the course of the disease, such as understanding music, art, facial expressions and touch.By harnessing these capacities, and by using other approaches to treatment, this book demonstrates how it is possible to offer sufferers a quality of life with a connection to others and to the world around them.Trade ReviewA book that will give great hope and encouragement to anyone dealing with Alzheimer's sufferers either in a professional situation or at home * BOOKSELLER *I'm Still Here offers a revolutionary yet pragmatic map for the compassionate care of people with cognitive impariments like Alzheimer's disease. John Zeisel's brilliant, soft-spoken, and heartwarming manifesto is a must read for anyone whose life involv * DANIEL GOLEMAN, author of EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE *Just as the Alzheimer's 'perfect storm * is about to strike, wth an anticipated tripling of the number of people with the disease, comes a culture-changing book, I'M STILL HERE, with practical ways that enable families and professionals to look beyond the disease and then to find ways to emotion *PAUL RAIA, PhD, Vice President, Patient Care and Family Support, Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts and New Hampshire Chapter * 'John Zeisel understands the importance of living environments and their influence on the Alzheimer's patient. He displays compelling sesitivity to the patient as well as caregivers, and he explores in detail creative ways to enhance the patient's quality *

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Book SynopsisBorderline personality disorder accounts for almost 25 percent of psychiatric hospitalizations in this country. Lost in the Mirror takes readers behind the erratic behavior of this puzzling disorder, examining its underlying causes and revealing the unimaginable pain and fear beneath its surface.Trade ReviewThis is a book where empathic insights. clinical wisdom and therapeutic optimism will usefully inform anyone who is interested in understanding BPD patients. This book . . . is distuinguished by a dedicated effort to convey vividly and understandale a great deal about people with the disorder. Readers will be rewarded with welcomed appreciation. -- Tina Beychok * Psychiatric Times *Moskovitz is especially adept with analogies, using everyday situations to clarify his points rather than just adorn the text. He imparts that while there is no drug just for BPD, some drugs help with specific symptoms, and he dispenses practical advice to family and professionals as well as patients. * Booklist *Moskovitz offers a coherent picture of this disorder as a distinct syndrome...the author conveys, in a very empathetic and touching way, his understanding of what it feels like to be borderline. -- Meir Winokur * gem *Mention the word "borderline" and you're sure to see smiles fade and demeanors bristle. Lost in the Mirror [is] an excellent field guide into the exploration of this mysterious condition. Moskovitz views borderline personality disorder as being rooted in past trauma and closely linked to dissociation disorders. Together, the therapist and the patient embark on the task of discovering and sorting through these memories, piecing them together to form a sensible whole. -- Chris Dunn, PhD * Professional Counselor *

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Book SynopsisGet your baby off to a great start with gentle and safe homemade lotions, powders, creams, and shampoos. In this informative guide to natural baby care, Colleen Dodt offers easy-to-follow aromatic recipes that make creative use of herbs and essential oils while avoiding harsh chemicals. With simple homeopathic remedies for a variety of ailments, Dodt provides plenty of suggestions for ensuring glowing health and creating a relaxing atmosphere that can enhance the magical bond between you and your baby.

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Book SynopsisThere are so many reasons to be anxious these days - even people who have never suffered from anxiety before are finding 2020 hard to handle. Life can be hard even without drought, bushfires and the coronavirus. We are all feeling anxious about our health, in particular - and journalist Elisa Black knows exactly what that's like. Over one-tenth of Australians suffer from an anxiety-related condition and Elisa is one of them. In The Anxiety Book Elisa weaves memoir with science, using the stages of her own life to relate to stages in everyone's lives and the types of anxiety that may be experienced during each phase, including health anxiety. She includes the latest in research and other scientific information about anxiety, its causes and treatment. Elisa's story will inspire fellow anxiety sufferers to believe that there is a way to manage their condition and live more freely. From her own experience she also offers hope that anxiety does not have to dominate a life, or even dent it Trade ReviewReview * Sunday Herald Sun *Today could be the day you find your answer. * Herald Sun *write a book that helps, REALLY helps, and doesn't give off an airy-fairy new age feel * Netgalley *If you suffer Anxiety you will want to read this book.If you know and love someone with Anxiety you will want to read this book. - Rochelle * RLSharpe Blog *Black's honesty is to be commended. An extensive, important read.- Jessica Morris * The Salvation Army *Review * Good Health *

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Book SynopsisAn explosive book that exposes the truth about breast cancer screening.For decades, women have been told that mammograms save lives. Yet many scientists say that this is in fact not true. Conspiracy of Hope reveals how breast cancer screening was introduced in the US before there was any good evidence it made any difference, and an unfounded belief in early detection caught on quickly in Canada and other developed countries. Today the evidence is starkly clear. Screening does more harm than good. Still women, and their doctors, continue to buy into a myth perpetuated by greed, fear, and wishful thinking.Conspiracy of Hope illustrates how a vortex of interests came together to make breast screening standard medical practice and why it's so hard to persuade them they are wrong. The radiologists, the imaging machinery manufacturers, and the pink ribbon charities are all part of that story. It is a tale of back-stabbing and intrigue, of exploiting fear and hope, while distorting and misrepresenting the evidence. Or simply ignoring it.Trade Review"If you've ever wondered why mammography screening has been the target of fierce debate for thirty years running,read this book. Renée Pellerin exposes how the early detection mantra has always been a mix of good intentions,magical thinking, and flim-flam. What it is has never been is full-on science. The balance of evidence on screening mammography weighs heavily toward lesser benefit and more harm than anyone ever wanted to believe. Conspiracy of Hope chronicles how belief born from hope and perpetuated by vested interests can be hard to shake,even when confronted with a wealth of research." -- Gayle Sulik

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Book SynopsisBeing a teenager has never been easy, but the digital age has brought with it unique challenges for young people and the adults in their lives. Nurturing Young Minds: Mental Wellbeing in the Digital Age collects expert advice on how to tackle the terrors of the twenty-first century and is a companion to Growing Happy, Healthy Young Minds. A comprehensive and easily accessible guide for parents, teachers, counsellors and health care professionals, this book contains important advice about managing online behaviour, computer game addiction and cyberbullying, as well as essential information on learning disorders, social skills and emotional health. This volume includes up-to-date information on:Understanding Teen Sleep and Drowsy Kids Emotions and Relationships Shape the Brain of Children Understanding the Teenage Brain Healthy Habits for a Digital Life Online Time Management Problematic Internet Use and How to Manage It Comput

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Book SynopsisGlow inside and out with this new addition to the hit Spark series! This shimmering faux matchbox sparks energy and inspires self-care. Inside are 50 prompts for living your healthiest life in mind, body, and spirit. UNIQUE WAY TO CULTIVATE HEALTHY HABITS: Slide open this box to reveal 50 kraft sticks shaped like oversized matches, each printed with a distinct prompt. Pick a stick to revitalize the routine daily, weekly, or whenever inspiration strikes. THE GIFT OF WELLNESS: Full of ways to feel your best, this is a great way to refresh and treat yourself come the New Year, or a thoughtful gift for loved ones on any occasion. BEAUTIFUL BOX: With stunning foil-stamped accents, this box looks like a wrapped present and makes a perfect complement to candles, face masks, and all kinds of personal care items. SAMPLE PROMPTS: • Go for a walk with no destination—just wander. • Do something each day that is only for yourself. • Catch up on sleep: For one week, go to bed 30 minutes early each day. • Practice daily affirmations. Perfect for: • People seeking self-care or New-Year-New-You gifts • People seeking stocking stuffers

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES NO.1 BESTSELLER'Deborah James has captured the heart of the nation' - The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge @KensingtonRoyal'Brave, bright, beautiful' - Lorraine Kelly'Deborah's ability to find positivity in the darkest of places is an inspiration to us all' - Davina McCall'This book has shaken me awake. I gulped it down in one sitting, then sat and cried... [But] hope is a character on every single page' - Christie Watson -------------------I was alive when I should have been dead. In another movie, I missed the sliding door and departed this wondrous life long ago. Like so many others, I had to learn to live not knowing if I have a tomorrow, because, statistically, I didn't. At the age of 35, I was blindsided by incurable bowel cancer - I was given less than an 8 per cent chance of surviving five years. Five years later, my only option was to live in the now and to value one day at a time. --------------------How do you turn your mind from a negative spiral into realistic and rebellious hope? How do you stop focusing on the why and realise that 'why not me' is just as valid a question?When Deborah James was diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer at just 35, she learned a powerful lesson: the way we respond to any given situation empowers or destroys us. And with the right skills and approach, we can all face huge challenges and find strength and hope in the darkest of places.How to Live When You Could Be Dead will show you how. It will awaken you to question your life as if you didn't have a tomorrow and live it in the way you want to today. By harnessing the power of positivity and valuing each day as though it could be your last, you'll find out, as Deborah did, that it is possible to live with joy and purpose, no matter what.Ebury, a division of Penguin Random House, will pay £3 from the sale of each copy of How To Live When You Could Be Dead by Deborah James sold in the UK to Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK. Cancer Research UK is a charity registered in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247).Trade ReviewDame Deborah James dedicated her life to helping others... with this book she will reach so many more, providing rebellious hope to the darkest of nights, and quite possibly changing how we think about death forever * Chrissie Watson, bestselling author of The Language of Kindness *

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Book SynopsisA leading mind-body researcher provides an invaluable resource of solid scientific evidence for consciousness-based healing-along with practices anyone can use. Spontaneous remission, the placebo effect, and energy healing-these phenomena have baffled the medical community for decades. What do all these marvels tell us? "Our current models of medicine fall short of understanding the depths of our human healing potential," says Dr. Shamini Jain. "We are on the cusp of finally becoming awake to our human healing potential. A growing number of scientists are exploring a new path-a true expansion of science joined with understandings from ancient concepts of spirituality." With Healing Ourselves, Dr. Jain presents a new vision of health and healing. Here she rejects the "either-or" thinking that has placed conventional medicine at odds with so-called alternative methods-offering an integrated path based on sound scientific evidence and personal empowerment. Join her to explore: . Biofield science-peer-reviewed research on the inseparable relationship between consciousness and healing . The placebo and beyond-what placebo research tells us about the power of consciousness to heal ourselves, whether we choose drugs, surgery, or holistic medicine . Evidence-what strong, published research actually says about the healing power of holistic practices such as yoga, tai chi, meditation, and energy healing . The Healing Keys-in-depth instruction with evidence-based recommendations and ancient spiritual practices that you can integrate into your life for healing yourself Today more than ever, we realize that we must change the way we think about health care-and our ability to heal ourselves. "The good news is there is a way forward," teaches Dr. Jain. "The flame that lights the path burns brighter than the darkness of ignorance and suffering we have found ourselves in." With Healing Ourselves, this inspiring teacher shares a holistic model of health that we have known in our hearts, all along, to be true.

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Book Synopsis“Why We Sleep is an important and fascinating book…Walker taught me a lot about this basic activity that every person on Earth needs. I suspect his book will do the same for you.” —Bill Gates A New York Times bestseller and international sensation, this “stimulating and important book” (Financial Times) is a fascinating dive into the purpose and power of slumber.Sleep is one of the most important but least understood aspects of our life, wellness, and longevity. Until very recently, science had no answer to the question of why we sleep, or what good it served, or why we suffer such devastating health consequences when we don''t sleep. Compared to the other basic drives in life—eating, drinking, and reproducing—the purpose of sleep remained elusive. An explosion of scientific discoveries in the last twenty years has shed new light on this fundamental aspect of our lives. Now, pre

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Book SynopsisA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Brilliant and enthralling.”​ —The Wall Street Journal A paradigm-shifting book from an acclaimed Harvard Medical School scientist and one of Time’s most influential people.It’s a seemingly undeniable truth that aging is inevitable. But what if everything we’ve been taught to believe about aging is wrong? What if we could choose our lifespan? In this groundbreaking book, Dr. David Sinclair, leading world authority on genetics and longevity, reveals a bold new theory for why we age. As he writes: “Aging is a disease, and that disease is treatable.” This eye-opening and provocative work takes us to the frontlines of research that is pushing the boundaries on our perceived scientific limitations, revealing incredible breakthroughs—many from Dr. David Sinclair’s own lab at Harvard—that demonstrate how we can slow

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Book SynopsisIn this empowering, accessible guide, Jaclyn Friedman,co-editor of Yes Means Yes ,gives young women the tools to decipher the modern world's confusing, hypersexualized, sometimes dangerous landscape so they can define their own sexual identity. Friedman decries the hypocrisy and mixed messages of our culture (we're failures if we don't act sexy, but we're sluts if we actually pursue sex we need to be protected from rapists lurking in bushes, but deserve whatever we get" if we have a drink at a party and wear a skirt), and encourages readers to separate fear from fact, decode the damaging messages all around them, and discover a healthy personal sexuality.Educational and interactive, What You Really Really Want includes revealing quizzes, creative exercises, and reality-based advice about sex and sexuality today. With Friedman's informed advice to guide them, readers will build new skills for safely expressing their sexuality with lovers and explore effective ways to talk about tricky issues with family and friends,and learn how to make the world a little safer for everyone else's sexuality along the way.Trade Review"Don't have sex before you read this book! With her usual wit and candor, Friedman writes a manual for sex that teaches, engages, surprises and-most important-puts the reader in charge. What You Really Really Want will change the way a generation thinks (and acts!) about sex." --Jessica Valenti, author of The Purity Myth "Too many books in this genre promise certain drive-your-man-wild tricks, or they take a side in the politicized debate over hookup culture. Friedman instead has one thing on her agenda: Getting girls to explore and embrace their own authentic sexual identities without shame, fear or guilt. Instead of arguing for empowerment through one-night stands or, conversely, abstinence, she leaves it up to young women to decide what it is that's best for them. But she also offers guidance along the way, urging them to critically examine the social pressures and media messages that have shaped their understandings of sexiness, sexual fulfillment and love." --Salon.com "It is a book that many readers may wish they had read earlier in their lives, and as a prospective parent, I'm looking forward to making my children read every last word of it." --Rabble.CA "While basically permissive, this valuable guide can also help readers with differing views to organize a personal groundwork according their own perspective. Recommended for women and older teens who seek self-insight." --Library Journal In a world of Pussycat Dolls and virginity pledges, What You Really Really Want carves out a path for real women to have real sex on their own terms. The information and exercises in this book have the power to change your sex life for good." --Susie Bright, activist, author of Big Sex Little Death "There is more significant, sex-positive, shame-free, life-changing knowledge in a few pages of this book than you'll find in the entire public school sex education curriculum." --Tristan Taormino, sex educator, author of The Secrets of Great G-Spot Orgasms and Female Ejaculation

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Book SynopsisA warm mug of strong tea was always grandma’s solution to a bad day, and it turns out she may have been on to something! Discover the healing properties of herbal teas in this comprehensive guide to blending and brewing your own steamy concoctions. Kathleen Brown includes recipes for teas to care for the head, throat, gut, nervous system, lungs, bones, joints, and more. Whether you seek to soothe body, soul, or both, you’ll find the perfect brew.

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Book SynopsisAn enlightening and unnerving look at a shapeshifting deadly virus that has been around long before mankind.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Tara Stiles shows us how to slow down and realign with our natural radiance. Clean Mind, Clean Body is an easy reset for feeling and living better." — Deepak Chopra "Clean Mind, Clean Body takes you on an essential mental and spiritual self-care journey to help you realign your habits and live a radiant life." — Gabrielle Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Clean Mind, Clean Body is a whole-self reset that will set you on the path to a life of wellbeing. Tara Stiles shows us how to slow down, feel better, and embrace ancient wellness practices that enhance our modern lives in an easy and natural way." — Julie Piatt and Rich Roll, co-authors of The Plantpower Way "If you're looking for a way to be free from the toxic cycle of stress, look no further than "Clean Mind Clean Body." Tara digs deep into her understanding of ancient practices in order to tailor them to a modern mindset. This 28 day program is perfect for hitting reset on your habits." — Light Watkins, author of Bliss More "Tara makes purposeful self-care easy and enjoyable! Clean Mind, Clean Body addresses our whole selves with a simple road map for mental, spiritual and physical nourishment to create lasting positive change for life." — Daphne Oz “While it is ‘widely acknowledged in our culture that the mind and body are interconnected,’ most busy modern lives are out of touch with the ‘mind-body connection,’ advises Stiles (Strala Yoga) in this thoughtful guide. […] Readers interested in a more mindful lifestyle will want to give this a look.” — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisReveals how the food choices you make each day can affect your health, your energy, your waistline, your attitude, and how you age.Trade Review“This well-organized, accessible guide to healthful eating by two well-known ­medical consultants, both affiliated with the Dr. Oz Show, is sure to be widely popular with health-conscious readers.” –Library Journal“I'm so excited for this book you guys. With the new year comes this flood of resolutions and some of them are healthier lifestyles (I'm on that train with y'all🙋🏻) and this freaking book is here to help us!!” –Instagram: @thebookishsisters “The most helpful advice I found was to eat within a 12-hour period each day, which means fasting for 12 hours a day.” –Bookchickdi “This gem of a book is so great for dipping in and out of for great information.” –Instagram: @wordsandblooms “Despite the science it was accessible and amusing, with plenty of examples of foods to eat.” –Instagram: @bookmadbarlow “I enjoyed how the book provided different scenarios so you can cater the plan to your own lifestyle, such as what to eat on a first date, at a stadium, or during the holidays- places where even the healthiest eaters struggle.” –Instagram: @thelastbiteblog“…great tips on getting the most out of food, like vegetable preparation and freezing. I appreciated “The Sub Shop” segments which acknowledged not-so-healthy traditions but offered better plans…After initially skimming the book, I immediately went to Chapter 35, “What to Eat…When you Don’t Want to Lose Your Mind.” The authors do have a sense of humor, especially in this chapter.” –Eliot’s Eats“I generally trust National Geographic to get their facts and science right, so that's a big plus for this informative and fun to read book by two doctors who are associated with The Dr. Oz Show.” –Beth Fish Reads“Dr. Michael Roizen and Dr. Michael Crupain—the two doctors I always turn to for the latest scientific discoveries—explain that timing really is everything in this insightful, fun, and revolutionary book. What to Eat When shows that when you eat is just as important as what you eat—and reveals the right foods for life's toughest circumstances.” –Dr. OzThe writing is hilarious and relatable, and one of the author’s love for salmon only made me crave it more. I gave this book 5 stars because of how informative it is and because it actually helped me look inward and make conscious decisions to change some aspects of my eating habits…As a person who has suffered from chronic migraines for the past eleven years, I am actually eager to start implementing some of the tips this book provided for me. I can’t recommend this book enough! –Instagram: @giuliland“There are so many ways to eat and so many diets out there, I don’t know if it’s one size fits all and that’s what I love about this book. It offers a scientific approach to eating, written by two doctors who know their stuff.” –Literary Quicksand“What a lovely refreshing and bright health book!...I think you learn a thing or two by reading this book… It is very scientific but easy to read. It will help you make lifestyle swaps but would also appeal to those seeking help with health issues such as ‘What to eat to improve fertility’ and ‘What to eat when you want to reduce inflammation’. It’s worth a read.” –Instagram: @readingwithwine “It really does matter what you eat, not just how much. And now, two of my favorite doctors take our collective knowledge a step further by looking at the timing of when you eat your calories: your circadian rhythm dictates a lot more about when you should eat than you probably realize. Through clear-eyed writing and diligent research, Drs. Roizen and Crupain explain why The When Way might just be the best approach to eating.” –Sanjay Gupta“When we think about eating, we focus—as we should—on the quality and quantity of what we eat. It’s becoming clear that we also need to think about chronology—when we eat. Drs. Roizen and Crupain’s fun and revealing exploration of the biology of timing and eating will help you eat the way your body really wants you to." –Andrew Weil

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