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Book SynopsisIncludes recipes and a 28-day diet plan! Learn to heal depression, anxiety, brain fog, and other mental disorders without drugs. Every part of your body affects every other part of your body, and if any one area is not functioning properly, other systems will feel it, too. There is a fundamental connection between the brain, the gut, the microbiome, and the thyroid — which Dr Raphael Kellman calls ‘the whole brain’. In this lively, accessible book, he reveals how this system works to keep us healthy, and how, by making small changes, we can use it to heal mood and mental disorders without drugs. With a practical guide featuring meal plans, an exercise program, and a program of daily meditations and affirmations, The Whole Brain Diet will benefit people diagnosed with depression or anxiety, and those who just want to feel better in themselves.Trade ReviewPraise for The Microbiome Diet: ‘The leading edge of medical research is focused on the fundamental role of our microbiome in influencing every aspect of health and longevity. In The Microbiome Diet, Dr. Kellman masterfully presents a life-enhancing, actionable plan based on this emerging science in a way that is user-friendly, for all of us.’ —David Perlmutter, MD, author of the New York Times bestseller Grain Brain ‘Manage your microbiome for fast fat loss? Based on cutting-edge research, The Microbiome Diet shows you how optimal gut health can leave you lean, vibrant, sexy, and looking years younger. Filled with delicious recipes and practical, easy-to-implement strategies to become your healthiest self, I couldn't put this book down!’ — JJ Virgin, CNS, CHFS, author of the New York Times bestseller The Virgin Diet‘After decades of treating patients for depression, gastrointestinal problems, low thyroid, and a multitude of other ‘mysterious’ ailments, pioneer in holistic and functional medicine Dr. Raphael Kellman has connected the dots between the brain, the gut, the microbiome, and the thyroid. The Whole Brain Diet offers his groundbreaking plan to diminish anxiety and depression—and to give you more energy and vitality.’ -- Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto’s Protocol‘With depression affecting more than 300 million people worldwide, a path to healing that takes into account multiple factors is long overdue. In The Whole Brain Diet, Dr. Raphael Kellman shares his groundbreaking research, showing the intimate connections between the gut, microbriome, thyroid, and brain, and then offers a proven, holistic plan that doesn’t rely on prescription medication.’ -- Mark Hyman, MD, Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine, the Founder of The UltraWellness Center, ten-time #1 New York Times bestselling author‘Dr. Kellman has long been on the cutting-edge of health and science. Now, he introduces his groundbreaking concept of The Whole Brain Diet: If you want to improve brain function—if you want your mind to be focused, your memory to be sharp, and your mood to be hopeful—start with a healthier microbiome, heal your gut, and balance your thyroid. This book will show you how.’ -- Dr. Terry Wahls, author of The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions‘Dr. Kellman has identified an interconnected system of organs he calls 'the whole brain.' He teaches you to control your anxiety, depression, and chronic fatigue starting with the microscopic world and working your way up from there. The Whole Brain Diet offers both a profound message and practical tools to own your mental states without medication. Highly recommended.’ -- Dave Asprey, founder and CEO of Bulletproof‘Kellman is a rare kind of doctor. An innovative functional medicine physician? Indeed, he is that — but he helps his patients heal with the spiritual wisdom of a Rabbi. His latest book, The Whole Brain Diet, connects the dots between your gut, microbiome, thyroid, and brain. Not only does it present actionable lifestyle remedies to help you heal physically and mentally it also offers a deeply spiritual understanding of the will to heal.’ -- Donna Gates, author of The Body Ecology Diet‘If you're one of the millions of US adults experiencing anxiety or depression, and you're looking for natural solutions, you'll want to read The Whole Brain Diet by Raphael Kellman, MD … [it] helps readers get started with healing from the inside out.’ * Taste for Life *‘In The Whole Brain Diet, Raphael Kellman, MD shares strategies that nourish the gut to lift mood, ease anxiety and end brain fog-for life!’ * Closer *

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Charles Graeber tells the astonishing story of the group of scientists working on a code that can enable the human immune system to fight — and perhaps even cure — cancer. For decades, scientists have puzzled over one of medicine’s greatest mysteries: why doesn’t our immune system fight cancer the way it does other diseases? The answer is a series of tricks that cancer has developed to turn off normal immune responses — tricks that scientists have only recently discovered, and now are learning to defeat. We are in the midst of a revolution in our understanding of cancer and how to beat it. Groundbreaking, riveting, and expertly told, The Breakthrough is the story of the game-changing and Nobel Prize-winning scientific discoveries that unleash our natural ability to recognise and defeat cancer, as told through the experiences of the patients, physicians, and immunotherapy researchers who are on the front lines. This is the incredible true story of the race to find a cure, and the definitive account of a historic moment in medical science.Trade Review‘Only Graeber, one of America's greatest non-fiction writers, could take a subject so complex, dense and sprawling and turn it into a rollicking high-tension medical thriller. Masterful.’ -- Douglas Rogers, award-winning journalist and author of The Last Resort‘A gripping chronicle of the 100-year overnight success of immunotherapy. For myself and millions of other cancer survivors, The Breakthrough is a book of immense and essential hope.’ -- Michael Fitzgerald, co-founder and CEO of Submittable and author of Radiant Days‘There is no villain more ruthless than cancer, which has robbed us all of loved ones who had to endure untold suffering before they succumbed. But after decades of frustration and toil, scientists finally understand how to vanquish the disease by activating the human body's natural defences. The intimate stories behind this triumph lie at the heart of Charles Graeber's The Breakthrough, an expertly crafted and exhilarating account of life-saving ingenuity at its most dazzling. You will never encounter another book so incisive about the art of medical sleuthing, or so poetic about our innate drive to hold on to all that's beautiful in this world for as long as we can.’ -- Brendan I. Koerner, Wired contributing editor and author of The Skies Belong to Us‘Lucid and informed … Graeber gives readers a basis for both understanding the challenges involved and for cautious optimism that a cure can be found.’ * Publishers Weekly *‘Graeber concisely reviews the science of cancer … The risks of tinkering with an intricate immune system are obviously high, even perilous. But the potential reward is a cure. Exciting reading.’ * Booklist *‘Imagine a vaccine that could cure cancer. As this book reports, that possibility may not be far off … [T]he book offers hope for more effective treatments in the near future. A readable survey of the emerging field of immunotherapy in cancer treatment.’ * Kirkus *‘In Mr Graeber’s hands, the evolution of immuno-oncology is both captivating and heartbreaking.’ -- David A. Shaywitz * The Wall Street Journal *‘Graeber’s writing is swift and clear, as if he can barely contain his enthusiasm for the subject — and, in fact, he can’t contain it ... One or two chapters are weighted down by talk of cell division and the like but, for the most part, Graeber paints vivid portraits of people who have cancer or are trying to conquer it ... a rare and thrilling thing: a hopeful, even inspiring, book about cancer.’ -- Chris Hewitt * Minneapolis Star Tribune *‘The extraordinary story of how medical research may finally have made the ultimate breakthrough – a cure for cancer.’ -- Bianca Nogrady * Sydney Morning Herald *‘The new book by Charles Graeber, The Breakthrough: Immunotherapy and the Race to Cure Cancer, artfully traces the history of old and new developments that may have — finally — resulted in an actual cure for the most dreaded of all diseases.’ -- Mimi Swartz * The New York Times *‘Fascinating and engaging … Written with the verve and tension of a medical thriller, Graeber vividly brings to life the scientists and physicians on the front-line battle with cancer and details in simple terms their efforts and breakthroughs.’ * Canberra Weekly *‘The Breakthrough not only provides good background and good understanding for patients, but is also a wonderful read, a book easily picked up but not easily put down — I'd recommend it for any patient interested in immunology of cancer.’ -- Dr. James L. Gulley MD, PhD, Director of Medical Oncology, Chief of Immunology, National Cancer Institute (NCI), National Institutes of Health (NIH)‘Crisp and suspenseful ... an inspiring medical narrative.’ * BBC *‘Graeber does it again. He takes a complex topic — this time advances in cancer treatment — and weaves an engaging narrative that engages you to the end. With cancer as a leading cause of illness and death, this book is a timely and important account of the challenges and possibilities for new horizons in cancer treatment.’ -- Diana J. Mason, PhD, Senior Policy Service Professor (George Washington University School of Nursing), Professor Emerita (Hunter College, City University of New York)‘[A] deft, detailed study of cancer immunotherapy ... From the once-discredited pioneer William Coley to immunologist and Nobel laureate James P. Allison, they form a brilliant, driven, admirably stubborn group that Graeber brings vividly to life.’ * Nature *‘Fascinating ... [Graeber] weaves human stories with accounts of scientific progress, looking beyond the “cut, burn, and poison techniques” — surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy — to focus on the myriad ways the immune system can attack cancer, and provides hope that a cure might not be beyond imagination.’ * The National Book Review *‘The Breakthrough, reads like a crime thriller because that's what it is — the true story of a dedicated, persistent group of doctors and scientists stalking a killer: cancer … Brilliant.’ * Australian Financial Review *‘An entertaining and moving portrait of [Charles Graeber’s] trade ... As skilled a wordsmith as a surgeon.’ -- Robin Osborne * GPSpeak *Praise for The Good Nurse: ‘A stunning book … that should and does bring to mind In Cold Blood … the story appeals to prurient interests, as does any graphic tale of true crime. But The Good Nurse succeeds in being about much more than Mr. Cullen's murderous kinks. The causes of his pathology are not interesting. But the eagerness of ambitious hospital administrators to cover up his misdeeds is revelatory. And the police investigation that brought him down is a thriller in every sense of that word.’ * New York Times *Praise for The Good Nurse: ‘The most terrifying book published this year. It is also one of the most thoughtful … From a long series of conversations with Cullen, the detectives who solved the case and Amy, a nurse who once was Cullen's best friend and eventually got him to confess, among many other sources, Graeber has crafted a book that is a revelation. The Good Nurse is gripping, sad, suspenseful, rhythmic and beautifully documented (the endnotes to this book are impressive).’ * Kirkus Reviews *Praise for The Good Nurse: ‘Graeber doesn't pull punches … A deeply unsettling addition to the true crime genre.’ * Publishers Weekly *Praise for The Good Nurse: ‘Engrossing … hard-to-put-down … On one level, The Good Nurse is an absorbing story of a serial killer operating within the walls of what most view as a trusted institution. On another, it's an intriguing detective story. And on another it's an indictment of the hospital industry.’ * The New Jersey Star-Ledger *Praise for The Good Nurse: ‘A remarkable new book … gripping and brilliantly written.’ * Healthcare Risk Management *

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Book SynopsisThe counterculture of the Sixties and the Seventies is remembered chiefly for music, fashion, art, feminism, computing, black power, cultural revolt and the New Left. But an until-now unexplored, yet no less important aspect — both in its core identity and in terms of its ongoing significance and impact — is its relationship with health. In this popular and illuminating cultural history of the relationship between health and the counterculture, Matthew Ingram connects the dots between the beats, yoga, meditation, psychedelics, psychoanalysis, Eastern philosophy, sex, and veganism, showing how the hippies still have a lot to teach us about our wellbeing.Trade Review"This richly researched archaeology of the counterculture places health at its core, showing how ideas of healing and therapy were inextricably bound up with the era’s spiritual cravings and erotic politics. Every chapter scintillates with unexpected connections and startling insights.” ”A rich tapestry of mind-altering influences of the counterculture that shaped our aspirations. Enjoy the ride. I did.""A huge range of interviews, intelligent analysis and concise, sympathetic observation make this a compulsively readable but also impressively erudite account of this endlessly fascinating subject.”“A riot of a read. Ingram’s exploration of how psychoanalysis and psychedelics fused with meditation, mysticism and spiritual awakening to oil the cogs of the contemporary wellness economy is both forensic and radically irreverent.”"An eerily pertinent exploration of wellness and the counterculture."

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Book SynopsisThe true story of the little-known mental-health pioneer who revolutionised how we see the defining problem of our era: anxiety. Panic, depression, sorrow, guilt, disgrace, obsession, sleeplessness, low confidence, loneliness, agoraphobia … Dr Claire Weekes knew how to treat them, but was dismissed as underqualified and overly populist by the psychiatric establishment. In a radical move, she had gone directly to the people. Her international bestseller Self Help for Your Nerves, first published in 1962 and still in print, helped tens of millions of people to overcome all of these, and continues to do so. Weekes pioneered an anxiety treatment that is now at the cutting edge of modern psychotherapies. Her early explanation of fear, and its effect on the nervous system, is state of the art. Psychologists use her method, neuroscientists study the interaction between different fear circuits in the brain, and many psychiatrists are revisiting the mind–body connection that was the hallmark of her unique work. Face, accept, float, let time pass: hers was the invisible hand that rewrote the therapeutic manual. This understanding of the biology of fear could not be more contemporary — ‘acceptance’ is the treatment du jour, and all mental-health professionals explain the phenomenon of fear in the same way she did so many years ago. However, most of them are unaware of the debt they have to a woman whose work has found such a huge public audience. This book is the first to tell that story, and to tell Weekes’ own remarkable tale, of how a mistaken diagnosis of tuberculosis led to heart palpitations, beginning her fascinating journey to a practical treatment for anxiety that put power back in the hands of the individual.Trade Review‘Judith Hoare delves deep into the life of the visionary doctor and shows that it was by learning to deal with her own crippling anxiety that she could assist with others.’ -- John Meagher * Irish Independent *‘By thinking outside the box, and exercising extraordinary clinical sensitivity, the brilliant physician Claire Weekes created a treatment protocol to the unending benefit of tens of millions of patients over the years.’ -- Dr David Barlow, professor emeritus of psychology and psychiatry at Boston University‘It’s truly astonishing that Dr Claire Weekes is not a household name … this book shines a light on her considerable achievements with great respect and meticulous detail.’ * Leigh Sales *‘This well-documented book is a superb look at how an Australian woman made such a difference to many … The author has done her job magnificently.’ * NB Magazine *‘Australian doctor Claire Weekes found worldwide fame with her bestselling books on ‘nervous illness’ in the 1960s and 1970s — but despite gratitude from thousands of sufferers, she is almost forgotten today. This revelatory biography should change that … Journalist Judith Hoare has comprehensively captured the unconventional life of this brilliant woman who was lauded for her evolutionary studies.’ FOUR STARS -- Julia Taylor * Books + Publishing *‘A vivid portrait of an intriguing woman ahead of her time, this is a story of hope, empowerment, and vindication.’ -- Gina Perry, author of Behind the Shock Machine and The Lost Boys‘With Judith Hoare’s The Woman Who Cracked the Anxiety Code, we have a chance to learn about Weekes’s varied life and, as important, become reacquainted with her work … A splendid tribute to Claire Weekes — a tribute long overdue.’ -- Sally Satel * Wall Street Journal *‘An intimate portrait ... Contributions of this kind — high in influence but low in prestige, because “popular” — are often overlooked. In this fine book, Hoare has rescued the legacy of a great Australian from that fate.’ -- Nick Haslam * Inside Story *‘A fascinating tale about a trailblazer who helped millions face their fears.’ -- Fiona Capp * Sydney Morning Herald *‘Hoare charts Dr Weekes’ professional achievements, which happened almost in spite of her lack of business acumen and a difficult private life.’ FOUR STARS -- Robyn Douglass * SA Weekend *‘Don’t miss this biography, especially if you have been helped, as I was, by this wonderful woman. It is very detailed but well worth a read.’ FOUR STARS -- Merle Morcom * Good Reading *‘Don’t miss this biography, especially if you have been helped, as I was, by this wonderful woman. It is very detailed but well worth a read.’ FOUR STARS -- Merle Morcom * Good Reading *‘In her biography of Weekes, veteran journalist Judith Hoare has rescued the Australian doctor from obscurity and placed her squarely in the history of the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders … Displaying the hallmarks of an accomplished journalist, this is a fascinating biography of a free-spirited and innovative woman, an insight into the history of evolutionary and psychiatric theories, and an introduction to Weekes’s methods and her books.’ -- Carol Middleton * Australian Book Review *‘Journalist Hoare chronicles Weekes's life, from an early career in zoology to an attempt at singing professionally to becoming a doctor at age 42 … This biography restores Weekes's often overlooked contributions to anxiety treatment.’ -- Andrea Thompson * Scientific American ‘Recommended Books’ *

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Book SynopsisWhat do people with a particularly long life-span eat? How can you lose weight efficiently? Are illnesses in old age avoidable? Can you ‘eat yourself young’? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this practical, science-based guide to eating well and living longer, which has sold over a million copies worldwide. When science journalist Bas Kast collapsed with chest pains, he feared he had ruined his health forever with a diet of junk food. So he set off on a journey to uncover the essentials of diet and longevity. Here, filtered from thousands of sometimes conflicting research findings, Kast presents the key scientific insights that reveal the most beneficial diet possible. From analysing how much sugar you should consume to looking at the impact of supplements, fasting, and even whether you should drink tea or coffee, Kast breaks down diet myths to present the key facts you need to know in clear, accessible language. Trade Review‘In The Diet Compass Kast sorts the wheat from the chaff.’ * The Times *‘Kast is one of the new breed of nutritional experts who are not interested in keeping waists trim, but helping us live longer.’ * The Herald *‘The most important non-fiction book of the year.’ * Der Spiegel *‘Science journalist Bas Kast is at the cutting edge of research on nutrition … Here he fascinatingly and clearly explains the essence of the latest findings.’ * Woman *‘Kast’s book provides exactly what it promises: a summary of the most recent nutritional findings in easily digestible morsels.’ * Berliner Morgenpost *

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Book Synopsis'The only health manual you will ever need' - Dr Rangan Chatterjee'From behaviours to biology and beyond, The Health Fix enables you to personalise your way to better health by laying out your story. An enriching book that gives so much to the reader' - Giles Paley-Phillips'The Health Fix allows you to look at your health and lay out your story like nothing else out there. For many this will be a life-changing read' - Dr Rupy Aujla'Whatever health issues you want to improve, this book has your solution' - Sunetra Sarker'This unique book is exactly what people need right now for their health and wellbeing' - Atul KochharStarting with the experience of his own illness, Dr Ayan Panja, NHS GP and lifestyle medicine expert, brings a unique personalised framework to tailor targeted lifestyle-based interventions to you, with his groundbreaking new book THE HEALTH FIX. Unlike many approaches to health and wellbeing, THE HEALTH FIX focuses on the 'why' rather than just the 'what' with a toolkit:-Learn how to elegantly tighten up on the 8 factors which affect your health the most day to day-Improve your ability to control your habits-Understand the interplay between your symptoms and your biology-Experience the subtle power of "how, what and when"-Generate your own targeted lifestyle prescription -Apply the 'fixes' that are relevant only to you-Feel the difference within 8 weeksWith the rising tide of non-communicable disease such as long Covid, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal conditions and increasing mental health need, Dr Ayan blends in the science and evidence into eye-opening case studies which demonstrate how the patient story lays everything out. The unique HEALTH FIX toolkit will help you change your health for good by understanding the story of you.

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Book SynopsisAlmost half of adults in the UK suffer from chronic pain. Yet this is often unrelated to any physical injury. So why does it still hurt? Research over the last few decades shows that many of us are victims of a devilish trick of the nervous system: our brains prolong pain long after our bodies have healed from injury. This leads to hundreds of billions of pounds being spent each year on treatments that sometimes do nothing and sometimes make matters worse. Paul Biegler, a science journalist and former doctor who has been on his own pain journey, investigates the true source of chronic pain — our brain’s so-called neuroplasticity — and emerging therapies that can rewire the brain and end suffering. As he knows only too well, this doesn’t mean pain is all in a person’s head. Pain is real, but its meaning is often misunderstood. Through conversations with scientists, doctors, and people who have overcome chronic pain, Biegler shines a light on the rigorous new studies — and emotional personal stories — that are changing the way we understand and treat pain. Most importantly, he shows how to take control over persistent pain and truly heal.Trade Review‘As someone who lived with chronic pain for decades, I can’t recommend this book highly enough.’ -- Fiona Capp * The Sydney Morning Herald *‘Why Does It Still Hurt? convincingly asks us to look beyond the usual offerings for pain — painkillers, surgeries, even replacement body parts — to psychological methods that challenge how we usually respond to physical suffering. By book’s end, Biegler says it’s up to us what we do with this new arsenal of knowledge. Profound possibilities are out there for treating pain that are now impossible to ignore.’ -- Nathan Smith * The Saturday Paper *‘Paul Biegler shines a light on the way we understand and treat chronic pain. Most importantly, he shows how to take control over persistent pain and truly heal.’ * Good Reading *‘Through research and conversations with scientists, Biegler shines new light on our understanding of pain and discusses how to take control over pain and truly heal. A fascinating and important book.’ -- Jeff Popple * Canberra Weekly *‘Biegler’s book is for those who want to understand the history of pain as well as the most recent breakthroughs in treatment … This is an inherently optimistic book: the author delves deep into the positive effect that mental strategies such as hypnosis can have on pain and quality of life. Accordingly, it will be an invaluable resource for people suffering with chronic pain, and will hopefully open up alternative strategies and ultimately give readers hope. People who appreciated Karra Eloff’s The Chronic Pain Couple might find value in Why Does it Still Hurt?.’ -- Rebecca Whitehead * Books+Publishing *‘Science journalist and former doctor Paul Biegler investigates the true source of chronic pain. Having suffered himself, he needs to know why pain persists well after an injury is healed. He interviews scientists, doctors and people who have overcome chronic pain, sharing the latest studies and personal stories. Ultimately, he asks whether the brain really can change the nervous system. If the answer to that is “yes” and the result is pain, can thinking change it back again? An interesting read for anyone with chronic, ongoing pain, or anyone interested in the power of the mind.’ -- Cheryl Akle * The Weekend Australian *‘Paul Biegler does a magnificent job of drawing together science and personal stories. Biegler is a beautiful writer with a keen interest in the humans behind the statistics, but he’s also clearly deeply researched. Particular high points for me were a clear description of gate control theory − perhaps the pivotal theory for understanding pain − and a fascinating chapter on the problematic power of placebo surgery. Highly recommended for anyone interested in pain − or science in general.’ -- Liam Mannix * The Age: Examine Newsletter *‘The main takeaway from Biegler’s book is clear from its subtitle: “How the power of knowledge can overcome chronic pain”. Understanding how pain works can reduce its severity and information can empower patients to seek out treatment options. Knowledge can lead to better-quality conversations with health professionals … The pain paradigm might be shifting, but it’s up to us to accelerate it. We can only do that fully armed with facts and evidence.’ -- Peter Quarry * Australian Financial Review *Praise for The Ethical Treatment of Depression: ‘Biegler’s wonderful book sheds new light on autonomy, depression, and the moral purposes of medicine, making a strong case for preferring psychotherapeutic over drug treatments for depression. His clearly written, scientifically well-informed book is essential reading for all interested in medical ethics or mental disorders.’ -- Richard Ashcroft, professor of bioethics at University of LondonPraise for The Ethical Treatment of Depression: ‘No other book combines philosophy with so much empirical information to critique overreliance on drugs in the treatment of a mental illness. Biegler’s message is both sobering and clear. His book is a significant contribution to the philosophy of psychiatry as well as to the key role that maximising patient autonomy should play in the choice of therapies for depression.’ -- George Graham, professor of philosophy and neuroscience at Georgia State UniversityPraise for The Ethical Treatment of Depression: ‘This book is long overdue. Biegler gives a compelling analysis of the impact depression has on autonomous decision making — a factor which, he argues, has important implications for its treatment. Given how many people suffer from this debilitating disease worldwide, his insight has the potential to transform the medical, moral, and social wellbeing of a substantial portion of the world’s population. The Ethical Treatment of Depression is essential for clinicians, bioethicists, lawyers, and policy practitioners. -- Patricia Illingworth, department of philosophy and religion at College of Business Adminstration, and School of Law, Northeastern University

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Book Synopsis*How I Rescued My Brain* tells the story of David's neurological difficulties, and of his emotional and cognitive recovery. This is an amazing story of a man's resilience, and his determination to overcome one of the most frightening situations imaginable - the fear that he had lost his mind, and may not get it back.

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Book SynopsisClem Martini''s award-winning play, Cantata: Rumours of My Crazy, Useless Life provides a window into the experience of people going through the hidden, high-stakes struggles of elder care and mental illness. In Cantata, Martin Bussinger discovers his elderly mother''s health and mental acuity is deteriorating, facing him with emotional and medical problems that feel almost unsolvable. He realizes that negotiating the delicate network of caregiving, strung together with the further challenge of supporting a brother living with a mental illness, places him in a situation that is simultaneously heartrending and darkly comic.Cantata was named winner in the full-length category of Theatre BC''s 2021 Canadian Playwriting Competition and following the play''s premiere production with Sage Theatre on April 28, 2022. it was named Most Outstanding New Play in the Calgary Theatre Critics'' Awards. As Martini puts it, Some readers will recognize themselves in these characters. Some may even be going through these trials right now. The book will be of interest to theatre practitioners, students of acting and directing, social workers, therapists, nurses and others in the caregiving professions as well.

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Book SynopsisWe owe a great debt to Jean Baptiste Marc Bourgery (1797–1849) for his Atlas of Anatomy, which was not only a massive event in medical history, but also remains one of the most comprehensive and beautifully illustrated anatomical treatises ever published. Bourgery began work on his magnificent atlas in 1830 in cooperation with illustrator Nicolas Henri Jacob (1782–1871), a student of the French painter Jacques Louis David. The first volumes were published the following year, but completion of the treatise required nearly two decades of dedication; Bourgery lived just long enough to finish his labor of love, but the last of the treatise’s eight volumes was not published in its entirety until five years after his death. The eight volumes of Bourgery’s treatise cover descriptive anatomy, surgical anatomy and techniques (exploring in detail nearly all the major operations that were performed during the first half of the 19th century), general anatomy and embryology, and microscopic anatomy. Jacob’s spectacular hand-colored lithographs are remarkable for their clarity, color, and aesthetic appeal, reflecting a combination of direct laboratory observation and illustrative research. Unsurpassed to this day, the images offer exceptional anatomical insight, not only for those in the medical field but also for artists, students, and anyone interested in the workings and wonder of the human body.Trade Review“A gorgeous compendium of anatomical drawings from the mid-19th century… one senses the awe the body once commanded when it was a new, uncharted world begging for exploration.” * i-D Magazine *

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Book SynopsisIntermittent Fasting Made Easy is the ordinary person’s best practice guide to doing intermittent fasting optimally, effectively, and safely, written by top nutrition and fitness expert and YouTube sensation Thomas DeLauer.Table of ContentsIntroduction Do It for Yourself Part 1 TRANSFORM YOUR BODY, MIND, AND HEALTH Chapter One What Is Intermittent Fasting? Chapter Two Optimize Your Body Chapter Three Optimize Your Mind Part 2 GET STARTED Chapter Four Your Fasting Window Chapter Five Breaking Your Fast Chapter Six Your Eating Window Chapter Seven Tool Kit Part 3 AMPLIFY YOUR RESULTS Chapter Eight Supercharge Fat Burning Chapter Nine Crush Inflammation Chapter Ten Enhance Your Sleep Chapter Eleven Additional Strategies for Women Part 4 MAKE IT A LIFESTYLE Chapter Twelve Maintain Motivation Chapter Thirteen Include Your Family Chapter Fourteen Do What’s Best for You Conclusion I’m Here for You Acknowledgments About the Author and Additional Resources Notes Index

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Book SynopsisFully updated 8th edition of this easy-to-access instant guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers. This essential guide to first aid afloat is an essential part of any on-board medical kit. Its waterproof ring-bound pages, colour-coded tabs and clear layout make it easy to use in an emergency.This revised new edition has been updated with latest medical practice, including information relating to Covid-19, expanded information on treating burns, a new section on diving accidents, and updates to advice on certain illnesses and first aid kit contents. Clear, easy-to-follow illustrations make it ideal for crew members with limited training in first aid. Key features include: Concise descriptions of each medical condition Prioritised lists of treatments Ringbinding to make the pages easy to turn and enable the book to lie flat Waterproofed pages to withstand use at sea A colour-coded thumb index to emergencies for quick reference CoveTrade ReviewEasy-access guide updated with the latest medical practice * Practical Boat Owner *A must-have… the essential guide for seafarers. * Coast *

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Book SynopsisUSA TODAY BESTSELLER • PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER • 2021 FOREWORD INDIES BRONZE WINNER — BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT“Vibrant is a wellness book that promises to be life-changing.” —Foreword ReviewsStop thinking of your own well-being as something that's beyond your control.Today's view of wellness is far too often fragmented, focusing on specific symptoms rather than the whole person. In Vibrant, Dr. Stacie Stephenson introduces readers to a new and empowering way of looking at health. A recognized leader in functional and integrative medicine, Stephenson has helped thousands by focusing not on treating disease, but on creating health-by giving individuals the knowledge, confidence, and inspiration they need to do so for themselves.By the end of this life-changing book, readers will have the tools to transform their energy, weight, fitness, and general wellness, tackling everything from enhancing sleep quality to building an iron-clad immune system. Beginning with basics such as the truth about the best diet, the critical role of exercise in vitality and longevity, and the importance of human connection, Vibrant also dives deeper to give a holistic picture of health and how to achieve it. With helpful breakdowns on supplements, detoxification, and how to think about disease, this is much more than just another wellness book.It's also packed with practical, useful features, including: • Self-assessment tools to aid you in listening to your body • A foolproof two-week meal plan • 40 delicious, healthful chef-created recipes • 30 days of baby steps to start building the habit of healthWith Stephenson's candid and conversational voice, Vibrant is like having a friend who also happens to be a leading health authority take you under her wing. Along with practical advice, she shares powerful insights that will change the way you think about everything from exercise to relationships, and sends readers off with an inspirational chapter on how health has a ripple effect that can change your family, your community, and help to create a more vibrant world.With a step-by-step program for making foundational lifestyle shifts, Vibrant shows you how to reclaim your health and energy, reverse aging, and glow-not just on the outside, but from deep within yourself.Trade Review“Dr. Stacie Stephenson is a lifestyle medicine doctor who understands that health begins with the basics you control: eating good food in small portions, moving every day, and connecting with the people you love. Anyone can do it, but not everyone knows how. This book contains everything you need to know to get started and stick with healthy habits for life.”—Goldie Hawn, actress and founder of MindUP “In Vibrant, Dr. Stacie Stephenson delivers on how we can achieve the goal of her book’s title. We all want to age and live vibrantly, and this book tells you how. Elevate your health by reading Vibrant!”—Dr. William Li, New York Times bestselling author of Eat To Beat Disease “Life is like a great banquet, at which each person is only well if everyone is well. This is how Dr. Stacie Stephenson sees her mission. Her energy is boundless and this book is an amazing achievement, with the admirable goal of bringing physical and mental wellness to all, so life can be the ultimate celebration for everyone.”—Andrea & Veronica Bocelli, The Andrea Bocelli Foundation “his colorful, warm, and energetic book can help anyone build (or rebuild) a foundation for vibrant health. Dr. Stephenson walks you through the essentials, while dipping into health wisdom from the wide variety of integrative fields she’s studied. Whether you are a beginner or you just need a refresher, this book can set you on the path to enjoy vibrant health for the rest of your long and happy life.” —Dr. Will Cole, leading functional medicine expert and author of Ketotarian, The Inflammation Spectrum and Intuitive Fasting “We will always need doctors, but what you do for yourself right now is what will determine your health in the future, and that’s something you get to control! I love how this book walks you through the steps to make that happen.” —Samantha Harris TV host, certified health coach, and author “This book is pure gold. Its straight—forward information, understandable for the layman, provides the key to unlock the secrets of vibrant health for all those who desire it but aren’t sure how to get there. I’ve learned so much and I’m so thankful that Dr. Stephenson was willing to put in the time and investigative work to create a roadmap for this wonderful and important journey.”—David Foster, producer, songwriter, and artist “I consider myself a healthy person, but after reading this delightful and illuminating book, I’ve got a whole list of new habits to incorporate into my life. I want energy, glow, and joy for many years to come, and this book is a path to get and keep that amazing feeling of vibrant health.”—Pia Toscano, singer and contestant on American Idol season 10 “Dr. Stacie Stephenson’s book Vibrant does exactly what the title implies. It provides an uplifting, can-do program for all of us trying to get the most out of the rest of our lives. It represents a road map for the achievement of vibrant health.” —Jeffrey Bland, PhD, FACN, FACB, president of The Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute “Only 15% of disease is due to genetics. That means your health is under your control. Dr. Stacie shows you how.”—Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, author of The Toxin Solution and coauthor of the Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine “Dr. Stacie’s no-nonsense approach will delight you, and if you follow her savvy advice, you’ll soon see a vibrantly beautiful new you.” —Lara Pizzorno, MDIC, MA, LMT, author of Your Bones: How You Can Prevent Osteoporosis and Have Strong Bones for Life “VibrantDoc Dr. Stacie Stephenson has seen your future . . . and it is vibrant! In this book, she draws on her deep personal and professional reservoir to journey with you to truly vibrant living.”—Michael Stroka, JD, MBA, MS, CNS, LDN, CEO of the American Nutrition Association “Make your health a priority and take care of yourself using the techniques in this book, to lay the foundation for a long and healthy life.”—Cameron Mathison, actor and cohost of Home and Family “Vibrant is a book about cultivating that vitality in your life so it can shine upon the lives of those in need. Find your abundance, joy, and sense of vibrant purpose between these pages.”—Sara O’Meara & Yvonne Fedderson, founders of Childhelp “Finally—a holistic, common-sense approach to overall wellness! In Vibrant, Dr. Stacie Stephenson offers a guided tour to optimal health that educates, informs, and empowers you to take control of your daily well-being.” —Lonnie Ali, philanthropist and Parkinson’s advocate “This indispensable book is your pathway to a happier, healthier, more vibrant you. Your trusted guide on this journey is Dr. Stacie Stephenson, who brings deep wisdom, inspiration, and passion to every page of this must-read work. Take that first step with her and you will soon be living your best life.”—Michael Burton, president and CEO of Gateway for Cancer Research “No question, Vibrant is a must-read if you want the knowledge to improve the quality of your life. Should you meet Dr. Stacie, the author, you would see this knowledge personified—beauty, intellect, grace, and health.”—Horst Schulze, author of Excellence Wins and founding member of the Ritz Carlton “Full of energy, life, vitality, and vibrancy, this book is full of inspiration for how to own your health and live a more healthful life by making better choices. Her nutrition and health information is highly advanced—yet easy to understand and apply to your everyday lifestyle. Full of great advice, interactive assessments, and delicious recipes, this book can set anyone on the right path to a vibrant life! Brava, my friend!” —Christine Avanti, CN, author of Skinny Chicks Eat Real Food “In Vibrant, Dr. Stacie Stephenson drives home the concept of integrative medicine which embraces all of the best practices of psychology, regenerative medicine, clinical nutrition, lifestyle medicine, chiropractic care, anti-aging medicine, functional medicine, and more to provide the patient with a truly personalized, holistic approach to healthcare. She lays out a groundbreaking 30-day program to engage patients and their healthcare providers on a path to optimizing their wellness and health. And she does it all in a way that a ‘conventionally’ trained practitioner can wholeheartedly embrace.”—Robert G. Darling, MD, FACEP, FFSEM, former white house physician (1996–1999) and founder and chief medical officer of Patronus Medical, LLC"I found quite a lot to like in Dr. Stephenson’s program. Not just tips for changing an unhealthy diet, but also tips she provides for slowly incorporating new and healthy habits into a daily routine. . . . Vibrant is one of those books that I’m sure I will consult again and again." —Susan Miller, The San Francisco Book Review“Vibrant is a wellness book that promises to be life-changing.”—Foreword ReviewsTable of Contents Contents Introduction: Set Yourself to GlowPart I: DeepChapter 1: Becoming VibrantChapter 2: The Fountain: How to Get More EnergyChapter 3: The Indicator: How to Cultivate Glow from the Inside OutPart II: DeeperChapter 4: The Communicator: How to Use Food to Feel BetterChapter 5: The Activator: How to Move More to Live LongerChapter 6: The Connector: How Human Connection Supports Physical and Mental HealthPart III: DeepestChapter 7: The Mainframe: How to Fine-Tune Your Brain and Nervous SystemChapter 8: The Rejuvenator: How to Detoxify, Inside and OutChapter 9: The Sustainer: How to Build a Truly Resilient Immune SystemPart IV: SurfacingChapter 10: 30 Vibrant Habits to CultivateChapter 11: The Vibrant Kitchen: 40 Recipes for Vitality and GlowChapter 12: The 50-Year Challenge: Toward a More Vibrant WorldAcknowledgmentsAppendix: Integrative Medicine 101NotesIndexAbout the Author

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Book Synopsis‘The most mind-blowing information on heart disease. . . . I consider this to be the best book I’ve ever read on cardiovascular health.’—Ben Greenfield, New York Times bestselling author Despite what we might think living in a world filled with Covid, cancer, famine and obesity – heart disease remains the number-one killer in the world. There continue to be huge investments in advanced medical procedures and more and more powerful pharmaceutical drugs, but the rate of heart disease continues to rise. As a type 1 diabetic, Dr Stephen Hussey had always known that he was at two to four times greater risk of developing heart disease. As a result, he has dedicated his entire adult life to understanding the heart, to prevent himself from becoming a statistic. Dr Hussey believes that the continued rise in heart disease is due in part to fundamental misunderstandings about how the heart really functions and how to keep it healthy. These misunderstandings can result in improper medical approaches and off-target intervention therapies. Sadly, Dr Hussey’s worst nightmare came true. He suffered a ‘STEMI,’ a blockage in the left anterior descending artery of his heart. STEMIs are typically so fatal that they are known as ‘widowmakers.’ Only 12 per cent of those who experience them outside of a hospital setting survive. Dr Hussey was among the lucky 12 per cent, but faced a difficult decision during his recovery: follow the standard of care laid out for him by the attending cardiologist, or politely decline and apply everything he’d learned about the heart to a recovery protocol that would look massively different than what the doctors were recommending. In Understanding the Heart, Dr Hussey shares the information that guided him through the highest-stakes decision of his life, including: A large body of research suggesting that the heart is not the main mover of blood in the body, and what that means for your overall health The evolutionary origins of the nervous system and how these manifest today in rampant rates of heart disease Deep analysis of the widely accepted idea that saturated fat and cholesterol will clog your arteries The importance of reducing oxidative stress for a heart healthy lifestyle In Understanding the Heart, Dr Stephen Hussey lays bare everything he has learned in his deep investigation into the heart and guides you on a path to prevent disease in the context of a highly diseased modern world in order to enjoy lifelong good health.Trade Review“The most mind-blowing information on heart disease. . . . I consider this to be one of the best books I’ve ever read on cardiovascular health.”―Ben Greenfield, New York Times best-selling author“Finally, a holistic, evolutionary-rich, and practical approach to understanding heart disease. This book is powerful, informative, and approachable.”—Dr. Bill Schindler, author of Eat Like a Human“With simple prose, and sprinkled with many entertaining personal stories, Dr. Stephen Hussey reveals the magic in biology and dispels a number of myths about heart disease. You will learn that the heart is a vortex, not a pump, that its preferred fuels are fats and ketone bodies, that the blood flows through the vessels via electromagnetic energy driven by exclusion zone water, and much else. This book will make you think of your heart in a totally new way.”—Stephanie Seneff, PhD, author, Toxic Legacy"Exceptionally 'reader friendly' in organization and presentation, making this an ideal and highly recommended addition to community, college, and university library Health/Medicine collections. Informative and iconoclastic."—Midwest Book Review

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Book SynopsisDr Raymond Perrin explains how blocked lymphatic drainage of the brain can lead to the symptoms of Long-Covid and how these can be reversed using the technique he has pioneered and developed for 30+ years

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for newly engaged couple, the newly married couple, or those who have been married for years ! It all began with 'As You Grow', the wildly popular modern baby book by artist Korie Herold. In her second book, 'As We Grow: A Modern Memory Book for Married Couples', Korie creates a place to celebrate and remember the details of your marriage. Record the story of how you live and love and preserve it in writing – a treasure you can pass to your children and grandchildren. Sections include: How We Met; The Engagement; Guest Book for Wedding Day; Our Wedding and Honeymoon; Our First Year; Anniversaries; Beliefs, Traditions, & Holidays We Celebrate; Kids, Vacations, and the Times That Shaped Us; Letters to Each Other. Special features include: Chic, timeless design; Elegant linen cover; Ample space for photos; Lay-flat design for writing; Pocket section dividers to safely store keepsakes; Acid-free and archival paper; Thoughtful prompts to encourage you to reflect and celebrate.

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Book SynopsisAn eye-opening handbook from a leading Ayurvedic physician that blends cutting-edge science on "clock genes" with ancient eastern wisdom to help us understand how to harness the power of chronobiology to effortlessly lose weight, sleep better, exercise stronger, reduce stress, and boost our wellbeing."It’s not you, it’s your schedule."Trade Review “A fascinating look into the scientific validation of our natural circadian rhythms. Dr. Kshirsagar gives us insight into the Ayurvedic wisdom regarding healthy daily routine and gives practical tips on aligning ourselves with these rhythms for optimal health.” — Dean Ornish, MD, Founder & President, Preventive Medicine Research Institute and author of The Spectrum and Dr. Dean Ornish’s Program for Reversing Heart Disease “Look and feel younger by resetting your body’s internal clock. Dr. Kshirsagar’s new book will give you a powerful and actionable Ayurvedic template to lead a mindful and active life.” — Sara Gottfried MD, New York Times bestselling author of Younger, The Hormone Reset Diet, and The Hormone Cure “More and more, we are learning that our best prescription for healthy aging and effectively staving off disease depends on good habits in the areas of sleep, diet, exercise and managing stress. This book covers it all! And, it’s all about the choices you make every day!” — Dr. Rudolph E. Tanzi, Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author of Super Brain, Super Genes “The latest research in chronobiology clearly shows how our physical, mental, and emotional health are affected by natural rhythms. The timing of meals, exercise and sleep is more important than your work schedule. I advise people to follow the cycles of Nature for a healthy and happy life.” — Andrew Weil, MD, author of 8 Weeks to Optimum Health and Healthy Aging “Dr. Kshirsagar’s book and its deep knowledge about chronobiology as it affects everyone’s daily schedule looks to a future that advances the evolution of self-care.” — Deepak Chopra, MD “A brilliant book full of expertise and practical advice, Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life provides a fantastic and easy to read roadmap to your healthiest life possible.” — Marci Shimoff, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul “One of the simplest and most effortless ways to improve your mental, emotional and physical health is by living in tune with the Ayurvedic schedule. It’s the easiest path to a happier and healthier life—living in alignment with your natural rhythms.” — Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary, author of The Prime: Prepare and Repair Your Body for Spontaneous Weight Loss “The latest science of chronobiology validates the importance of bodily rhythms. There is no substitute for healthy diet, good sleep and a positive lifestyle. Read the book.” — Dr. Murali Doraiswamy, Professor, Duke University Health System “With his book Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life, Dr. Suhas reveals the benefits of living a life aligned with the body’s natural rhythms. Grounded in the ancient science of Ayurveda, Dr. Suhas gives the reader the tools necessary to make small, manageable changes to truly transform their quality of life. Dr. Suhas cuts through the chatter of fad diets and quick fixes and offers real suggestions healthy, simple, manageable change.” — Anand Dhruva, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, UCSF

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Book SynopsisIt all started with a Hob Nob. As Dr Matt Morgan, an intensive care consultant, examined a patient who had suffered a cardiac arrest after inhaling some biscuit crumbs, he saw a flock of birds fly past the window. They must inhale objects all the time when flying, how do they survive? he thought to himself. This began an investigation that spanned continents, species and millennia.   For animal science has so much to teach us about human medicine. While some of the overlaps and parallels are obvious – we know how much DNA we share with primates, the first pig heart has been transplanted into a human – there is so much more that we have learnt from the animal world. For example, studying kangaroos, in particular the female’s three vaginas, has improved in-vitro fertilisation success rates. Watching how a giraffe breathes can help save the life of someone struggling with asthma. Investigating why birds that live in the frozen Arctic circle don&rsTrade Review'290 pages of inspiration doctors can either take from animals or already have' * The Times *‘Funny, fascinating and beautifully written. More than that it is moving and awe inspiring… I can’t think of a more important topic for everyone on the planet to engage with right now' -- Dr Xand van Tulleken'Morgan draws on the similarities between humans and animals to show how much we can learn from them by understanding them better' -- Peter Singer'A fun and fascinating dive into the physiology of the animal kingdom and what it means for the medicine we practise' -- Kevin Fong'In humanity's quest to tackle some of our biggest health challenges, the animal kingdom can provide a rich and often surprising source of inspiration. In this dazzling book, full of extraordinary revelations, the reader is transported on an intriguing journey through the natural world and how it is helping to inspire doctors around the world on the frontiers of medicine' -- David Cox'Anyone interested in a One Medicine approach will find this book an interesting introduction. Reciprocity is not just what animals can do for humans, but what humans can do for animals. We are stronger together and that is why Dr Morgan’s book is a wonderful step in that direction' -- Joe Bailey, CEO, Humanimal Trust

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Book SynopsisA healthy diet can help the young sports stars of tomorrow fulfil their potential. Around 85% of children regularly take part in sports activities outside lessons. Swimming is the most common activity for girls, with football for boys. 43% of children spend between 1-5 hours per week doing sport outside lessons (Sport England). But as any parent or coach knows, it's hard to get the right balance, especially if you're running between school and training sessions. Children don't always eat, or want to eat, the very foods that will help them compete at the highest level the snacks and meals that will give them energy, help them keep going through a long training session, or recover afterwards. Throw into the mix the need to keep hydrated and lots of children are training and competing below par. Carefully researched and satisfying the real need for a nutrition book specifically for young athletes, Sports Nutrition for Young Athletes offers clear advice to sports coaches, tTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 The nutritional needs of young athletes How much energy do young athletes need? What are the best fuels for exercise? How much carbohydrate should young athletes eat each day? How much protein do young athletes need? How important is fat for young athletes? What do vitamins and minerals do? Salt and athletic performance. How to plan a healthy diet for young athletes References 2 Eating for sport Before training During training After training Menu plans References 3 Weight and sports performance Is there a link between a young athlete’s weight, body fat percentage and performance? Should overweight young athletes be encouraged to lose weight? How can I evaluate a young athlete’s weight? How can I measure body fat percentage in young athletes? What are the next steps? What’s a healthy weight loss strategy for young athletes? Top tips for maintaining a healthy weight Can young athletes be too thin? What are eating disorders? What causes eating disorders in young athletes? How should I help a young athlete with an eating disorder? Weight gain References 4 Nutritional supplements Caffeine Creatine Energy bars Energy gels Meal replacements Vitamin and mineral supplements Protein supplements Sports drinks Energy drinks Omega-3 supplements References 5 Eating for competition The week before The day before Competition day Tournaments and multiple events 6 Recipes Main meals Vegetarian main meals Soup Desserts Baking Useful websites Index

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Book SynopsisBased on Bodynamic Analysis, a body-oriented psychology developed in Denmark by the authors and their colleagues, Body Encyclopedia describes the developmental sequence in which psychological and emotional elements are linked to specific muscles. The book shows how certain responses to events in our lives end up bound and connected with our movement patterns. Through extensive research, Marcher, Fich, and several others have mapped out the psychological functions of 154 muscles and related tissues.Featuring more than 200 detailed illustrations, Body Encyclopedia opens with an introduction to the history and development of Bodynamic Analysis. The core of the book presents a description of each muscle, including movement positions, age level when the muscle is activated, and a summary of the psychological themes associated with each muscle. Basic instructions are provided for bodymapping, a hands-on procedure that involves palpating and registering muscle response. Vivid case studies demonstrate how to apply the information in real-life situations. Using the book as a guide, readers can accurately identify and investigate the underlying psychological issues associated with muscle pain, discomfort, or weakness in specific areas of the body.

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Book SynopsisProtect your mighty liver! Learn how it keeps you healthy, how to keep it healthy, and why you need to act now!The liver is the most overlooked and misunderstood of all our body’s organs. Because of the sudden, potentially fatal consequences of heart attack and stroke, everyone’s attention is always focused on the heart or the brain, but without a healthy liver, you ultimately cannot survive. Of all your organs, none does more for you than the liver. Still, until something goes wrong with the liver, it’s usually completely overlooked.The Liver Cure: Natural Solutions for Liver Health to Target Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease, Autoimmune Diseases, Diabetes, Inflammation, Stress & Fatigue, Skin Conditions, and Many More explains the major reasons why you need to take action NOW to protect your liver, because it is assaulted everyday by factors in our modern-day life. The liver is the site for the body’s most powerful detoxification, but over the years an unhealthy diet, sedentary lifestyle choices, and environmental toxins can take their toll on liver health.World renowned physician and author Dr. Russell Blaylock provides a comprehensive overview of the liver, outlines the latest health information on the many dangers to your liver-health, and what you can do to protect it: Why the Liver is Your Body’s Most Important Organ Your Liver’s Role in Disease The Dangers of Cancer, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis & Fatty Liver Disease Medication & Environmental Hazards Poor Lifestyle Choices that Will Hurt Your Liver The Best Exercise for Liver Health How to Follow a Pro-Liver Diet Transplant Options & Cautions The Liver Cure offers natural remedies, lifestyle strategies, and dietary solutions that can take your liver off overload to resolve a wide range of symptoms and conditions, along with the latest treatment solutions from conventional and alternative therapies to new scientific discoveries and interventions.Table of ContentsThe Liver Cure: Natural Solutions for Liver Health to Target Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease, Autoimmune Diseases, Diabetes, Inflammation, Stress & Fatigue, Skin Conditions, and Many More Table of Contents Part 1: YOUR LIVER AND HOW IT KEEPS YOU HEALTHY Chapter 1 – Your Mighty Liver The liver is the most overlooked and misunderstood of all our body’s organs. Because of the sudden, potentially fatal consequences of heart attack and stroke, everyone’s attention is always focused on the heart or the brain (stroke), but without a healthy liver, you ultimately cannot survive. Still, until something goes wrong with the liver, it’s usually completely overlooked. This chapter will describe the football-sized liver, it’s location, its parts, and provide a very brief view of its main function, which is digesting food and ridding your body of toxins, but also get the point across that this is only a tiny portion of the jobs that this miraculous organ does. Chapter 2 – Your Liver: Jack of All Trades Of all your organs, none does more for you than the liver. The heart is basically a pump, the lungs enable you to breath, but the liver does a myriad of diverse tasks, and can magically switch from one to another seamlessly. Here is a rundown on six vital functions your liver performs: Digests food – Manufactures the digestive juice called bile which helps break down fats and vitamins so your body can use them Extracts nutrients – Extracts the nutrients from foods, such as vitamins and minerals, and stores them until needed Fuels your body – Stores about a day’s supply of glycogen (blood sugar), releasing it into your blood when needed Removes toxins – Filters unhealthy materials from food so they can be excreted Safeguards your body – Finds, catches and filters out harmful bacteria in food Sharpens your brain – Filters out toxins that could cloud your thinking, and ultimately cost you your life. Chapter 3 – Your Liver Makes Drugs Work One of the most important functions of your liver is that it processes drugs. The body must be able to process (chemically alter, or metabolize) drugs, and just as your liver helps metabolize food, it also processes medications. Liver disorders affect the metabolizing of drugs in the following ways: How much of the drug is absorbed from the intestine How quickly and completely the liver metabolizes a drug — for example, changing the drug into an active form or into an inactive form (a form that has no effect on the body) How much of the drug is transported throughout the body How quickly the drug is eliminated from the body How sensitive the body is to a drug's effects For instance, a chronic liver disorder can make people more sensitive to the effects of a drug, even when the amount is not increases. In addition, the liver acts on the brain, and brain function can deteriorate when such sensitivity is increased. Part 2: THE DANGERS FACING YOUR LIVER One of the major reasons why you need to take action now to protect your liver is because it is assaulted everyday by factors in our modern-day life. This section will cover the following dangers: Chapter 4 – The "All American Diet" is a Liver Killer The American diet, known also as the Western diet, is a liver killer. High in sugar and fat, and has been linked to the prevalence of chronic disease in the U.S., mainly because it results in chronic bodily inflammation, which is not visible to the eye, but which results in aging and damage to the body’s organs. The vast majority of research has focused on the effect of inflammation on other parts of the body, particularly the heart, and brain (chronic inflammation is linked to coronary heart disease, diabetes, insulin resistance, and even Alzheimer’s disease. But this may be changing, especially with the publication in 2017 of a paper in the American Journal of Pathology, which found that mice fed a Western diet developed inflammation of the liver. This clearly shows that, to keep a healthy liver, people should avoid: Fatty foods Starchy foods Sugar Salt Chapter 5 – Excitotoxins Poison Your Liver The liver plays a Herculean task of nourishing and protecting the body, but today’s modern life damages it in many ways and a key one is through the consumption of excitotoxins. Excitotoxins are food additives commonly found in processed and packaged foods, which make up the majority of the American diet. This chapter will explore the most common excitotoxins and how they damage the liver. They include the following, as well as a fourth, high fructose corn syrup, which will garner special attention, as it is blamed for the epidemic of fatty liver disease. These excitotoxins are commonly found in the processed & packaged foods we eat: Aspartame: This artificial sweetener is a neurotoxic drug, which means it is poisonous to the nervous system. It is a molecule composed of three components, aspartic acid, a methyl ester which turns into methyl alcohol and phenylalanine. Persons with cirrhosis of the liver are at increased risk because they may be unable to metabolize aspartame and its breakdown products MSG: A very common flavor enhancer added to Chinese food, canned vegetables, soups and processed meats. Glutamate is its main component, which is known to damage the liver. High Fructose Corn Syrup: High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a type of corn syrup to which enzymes have been added to change the glucose into fructose, a form of sugar that adds sweetness, but is also more easily metabolized by the body, and also easily converted by the body into excess fat. This ingredient is believed to be fueling the epidemic of fatty liver disease. Chapter 6 – How Smoking & Alcohol Damage Your Liver Smoking: Most people think of smoking’s main hazard is to the lungs, but the truth is that the thousands of poisons contained in tobacco smoke damages every organ in the body, including the liver. Smoking can increase the risk of both liver cancer and cirrhosis of the liver. The toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke can cause inflammation and eventual cirrhosis. Smoking also promotes the production of cytokines, chemicals that cause even more inflammation and damage to liver cells. This chapter will also cover the emerging science behind vaping, which is sending some users back to cigarettes to cope with an enhanced nicotine addiction, and questions that are being raised about cannabis. As smoking “weed” becomes more common, there are concerns being raised, including those in a recent study on CBD oil, in which researchers at the University of Arkansas found raised liver toxicity in mice. Alcohol: it’s no surprise that too much alcohol results in cirrhosis, as this is a known disease of alcoholics. But what about people who are not alcoholics and only imbibe socially. When it comes to your liver, they don’t necessarily get a free pass. For one thing, people who imbibe in alcohol often think they can mitigate its effect by eating greasy food, but this only compounds the insult to the liver. Alcohol is extremely hard on the liver, and people who say they drink “socially” may actually be taking in damaging alcohol than they realize. Chapter 7 – Environmental Liver Toxins Even the air we breathe can damage the liver, which makes living a healthy lifestyle of even more paramount importance. These are known to poison the liver: Pollution: Polluted air is a known risk for liver damage. Pollution is linked to liver fibrosis, metabolic disease and liver cancer. Chemicals: Chemicals you may be exposed to on the job can cause liver injury. Common chemicals that can cause liver damage include the dry cleaning solvent carbon tetrachloride, a substance called vinyl chloride (used to make plastics), and a group of industrial chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls. Pesticides: Exposure to pesticides causes liver damage and can raise the risk of diseases including liver cancer, where recent research revealed it may hike risk by 71 percent. A recent study also linked exposure to glyphosate, the major ingredient in the popular weed killer “Roundup,” to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Exposure to the herbicide paraquat can result in toxic chemicals throughout the body, primarily the lungs, liver and kidneys. Chapter 8 - How Medications Damage the Liver One of the major ways to safeguard the liver is to be very aware of the potential of certain drugs to damage it. Such damage can take the form of liver failure, a serious condition for which there is no fix. Some 2,000 cases of liver failure occur each year, which are directly due to the effect of medications. Sometimes medications are life-saving and cannot be avoided, but too often, liver damage can occur because too much medication is unthinkingly consumed. The book will cover these 10 medications & their impact on the liver: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) Diclofenac (Voltaren, Cambia) Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone) Allopurinol (Zyloprim) Anti-seizure medications Isoniazid Methotrexate Statins (cholesterol lowering medication) Part 3: LIVER DISEASE Liver disease is an umbrella term, encompassing any medical condition, toxin or other substance or material that affects the liver’s ability to function. This chapter will explain that there are two basic types of liver disease, acute and chronic, and will also cover general signs, symptoms, and ways that health care professionals use to determine whether liver disease is present. This chapter will include: Chronic vs. acute liver disease Liver disease signs and symptoms Liver disease diagnostic tests There will also be a box on elevated liver enzymes, which are a common finding and can cause concern. Most of the time, elevated liver enzymes don't signal a chronic, serious liver problem, but they can indicate the presence of liver disease, so they will be discussed here. Chapter 9 – The Many Types of Hepatitis Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis can be mild or it can lead to a very malignant form of liver cancer. It is an acute liver disease, which means it comes on suddenly, but it can transform into a chronic ailment. This chapter will include the symptoms of hepatitis, as well as conventional and alternative treatments, of which there are several. Hepatitis B and C will be discussed in depth, as they are the most common threat; the other types of Hepatitis (A, D and E) will also be briefly discussed. This chapter will include: Hepatitis A: Caused by the virus of the same name, hepatitis A is an infection of the liver that causes inflammation and flu-like symptoms, such as fatigue and fever. It is very contagious and more common in the developing world. Hepatitis B: This serious liver infection was decreasing, but it is now on the rise again in the U.S. It is an acute liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), but it can become chronic. This serious form of hepatitis hikes the risk of developing liver failure, liver cancer or cirrhosis, which permanently scars of the liver. The rate of hepatitis B had been declining but in 2015, the acute hepatitis B infection rate in the U.S. increased by 20.7%, rising for the first time since 2006. The sharpest increases in new hepatitis B cases are occurring largely in states that have been impacted the most by the opioid epidemic. There is a vaccine for hepatitis B, but it’s rates have been declining, possibly also leading to the increase in cases. Recommended treatments will include both conventional as well as natural supplements. Hepatitis C: Like hepatitis B, hepatitis C is also a viral infection that causes liver inflammation and can lead to serious liver damage. It can also be acute or chronic, and lead to the same dangerous conditions as does hepatitis B. Its incidence in the U.S. has been rising. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is a big problem for Baby Boomers. Americans born between 1945 and 1964 are five times more likely to develop it, for reasons that are not completely understood. The symptoms of hepatitis C can be vague, so this chapter also discusses groups of people that are especially at risk, so they can be on the lookout should they become unwell. This is especially important because, unlike hepatitis B, which is manageable, but not curable, hepatitis C is curable. Hepatitis C is also dangerous because it can cause complications that can affect other parts of the body. Recommended treatments will include both conventional as well as natural supplements. These potential complications include: Cryoglobulinemia Kidney disease Skin conditions Vasculitis Recommended treatments will include both conventional as well as natural supplements. Hepatitis D This form of hepatitis only affects individuals who already have hepatitis D Hepatitis E This type of hepatitis is contracted through contaminated water (similar to hepatitis A), or can occur in people who already have a compromised immune system. Person-to-person transmission is rare. Alcoholic Hepatitis Autoimmune Hepatitis In this type of hepatitis, the body's immune system attacks liver cells. This disease can be quite serious and, if not treated, gets worse over time, leading to cirrhosis of the liver and/or liver failure. But the good news is that, when properly diagnosed, this ailment is treatable. NOTE: There will also be a box on the connection between Epstein-Barr Virus and Hepatitis. Chapter 10 – The Epidemic of Fatty Liver Disease Non-alcoholic liver disease is a serious health threat. An estimated 10-20 percent of Americans have this type of liver disease, which is caused by the buildup of fat in the liver, and the numbers are rising, apparently due to the increasing prevalence of obesity in the U.S. There are two types of this form of liver disease. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) refers to the buildup of extra at cells in the liver. Having fatty liver disease itself doesn’t necessarily damage it, but in 10 to 20 percent of these cases the fat infiltrates the liver, which leads to a progressive type of fatty liver disease called nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH. NASH has become the third most common reason for liver transplants, following alcohol abuse and hepatitis C. This chapter will encompass conventional treatment, including weight loss, exercise, and avoidance of unnecessary medications. Diet is key, especially the avoidance of high fructose corn syrup, which is a major contributor to fatty liver disease. The chapter will include specific recommendations for natural supplements. Chapter 11 – Cirrhosis Cirrhosis is a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism. Each time the liver is injured, whether by disease, excessive alcohol consumption or another cause, it tries to repair itself. In the process, scar tissue forms. As cirrhosis progresses, more and more scar tissue forms, making it difficult for the liver to function (decompensated cirrhosis). Advanced cirrhosis is life-threatening. The liver damage done by cirrhosis generally can't be undone. But if liver cirrhosis is diagnosed early and the cause is treated, further damage can be limited and, rarely, reversed. This chapter will discuss important ways to limit the damage from cirrhosis and other supportive care. A liver transplant may be an option for some. Chapter 12 – Liver Cancer Like other cancers, liver cancer is caused by the overgrowth of cells, resulting in the formation of a tumor. Liver cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world, and is one of two types – primary liver cancer, which means that the cancer arises in the liver itself, or secondary liver cancer, which means it has spread from another site. This chapter will include risk factors for liver cancer, causes, signs and symptoms and possible complications. Conventional treatments as well as natural supplements will be discussed. Chapter 13 – Liver Transplantation In the case of irreversible liver disease, a transplant sometimes becomes the only option. As with liver cancer, an in depth discussion is not within the scope of this book but this chapter will provide an overview, including indications for a liver transplant, donor lists, complications, immunosuppression and factors on living with a new liver. Part 4: YOUR LIVER'S ROLE IN DISEASE The connection between the liver and your other organs and diseases is almost totally overlooked so this section of the book addresses this important topic. This part of the book shows how an ailing liver can manifest itself in a number of diseases previously thought to have no connection to the liver at all. But science is finding that this is not the case, and this part of the book demonstrates how keeping the liver healthy can help protect us against these major ailments. Chapter 14 – Diabetes Diabetes is a dangerous metabolic disorder that occurs when the body stops making insulin, or cannot use the insulin it has. Insulin is the hormone that regulates the amount of sugar (known as glucose) in the blood. Without insulin, the amount of glucose in the body rises, which results in damage to the body and its blood vessels, setting the stage for heart disease, stroke, blindness, amputation, and more When diabetes is discussed, the focus is always on the pancreas, which makes sense in a simplistic way, because it is this gland that regulates the release of insulin in the body. But what is totally overlooked is the liver, which has as one of its main jobs to protect the pancreas. This chapter will discuss the different types of diabetes, and how types 1 and the newly discovered 1.5 is caused by injury to the pancreas, but how type 2, which accounts to about 90 percent of cases, can be impacted by the health of the liver. The fact that the liver impacts the pancreas can be seen in the connection between fatty liver disease and diabetes. An insulin-resistant liver ignores the signal of the hormone to stop sending glucose to the blood, raising the levels and increasing the risk for diabetes. Some studies have found that slim people who aren’t considered ordinarily to be at risk for diabetes have fatty livers. These are indications that keeping a healthy liver can play a role in reducing the risk of diabetes. This chapter also will discuss conventional treatments and natural supplements for diabetes. Chapter 15 – Adrenal Stress This chapter will describe the adrenal glands and their purpose, including their important role in manufacturing and releasing hormones, which keep the body functioning. This chapter will discuss the effect of an ailing liver on the adrenal glands, which can cause changes in emotional responses, heart rate and blood pressure. The controversy over “adrenal fatigue syndrome,” will also be discussed here. Chapter 16 – Obesity & Weight Gain Most people don’t think of their liver when they consider weight loss but the liver is responsible for helping to metabolize fat, and therefore optimizing your liver health can help in weight loss. When the liver is being overtaxed with toxins, it is not operating at its optimum efficiency, and therefore its role in metabolizing and helping rid the body of fats can be compromised. A stressed out, or sluggish, liver, can lead to weight gain, especially around the belly, so this chapter will focus on tip to prevent this problem, and help reenergize the liver so it can help play its proper role in metabolism and weight loss. Chapter 17 – Skin Issues – Acne, Eczema & Psoriasis Your liver acts as a filter. It literally cleanses your bloodstream of the toxins you are exposed to each day, and the waste products of metabolism that your body generates each day. If your liver is not able to detoxify your bloodstream adequately, toxins must find an alternative route of excretion. When this occurs, the result can be skin problems, specifically acne. But there is another aspect to acne as well, and that is its connection to your gut. Emerging science is finding that the microbiome of the gut (which is the bacteria that reside in the gut) can play a role in many inflammatory disorders, including three that affect the skin: acne, eczema, and psoriasis. So eating a diet that is anti-inflammation (and pro-liver) helps to promote clear skin. Conventional treatment and natural supplements will be recommended. Chapter 18 – Gut Issues: Bloating, Constipation & IBS The liver both produces bile, which is essential for digesting food and also acts to rid your body of toxic substances, so if it is not working properly, a variety of gut issues, including bloating, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can result. This is certainly true in the case of the serious liver disease, cirrhosis, but living a lifestyle that is beneficial to the liver can help with problems of bloating and constipation. In addition, research has also uncovered a potential link between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and patients with IBS. Dietary recommendations and natural supplements will be recommended. Chapter 19 – Gallbladder Disease & Gallstones The gallbladder and the liver are connected by proximity and function: the gallbladder is a small storage organ located inferior and posterior to the liver. Though small in size, the gallbladder plays an important role in our digestion of food. The gallbladder holds bile produced in the liver until it is needed for digesting fatty foods in the duodenum of the small intestine. The liver can play a role in the production of gallstones in two ways: the bile produced by the liver contains two much cholesterol, or the liver is producing two much bilirubin, which is a chemical that’s produced when the body breaks down red blood cells. Dietary changes, including adding more fruits and vegetables (especially sodium-rich vegetables) can help, as can keeping a balanced diet and reducing excess meat. Certain natural supplements can also help. Chapter 20 – SIBO Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when there are excess bacteria in the small intestine. SIBO often happens because of lack of movement of the small intestine. SIBO is an abnormal number of bacteria in the small intestine that can lead to the following: bloating and increased passing of gas (flatulence) diarrhea or constipation abdominal pain nausea fatigue Conventional treatment and supplements will be recommended. PART 5: HOW TO KEEP A HEALTHY LIVER Chapter 21 – Liver Detox or Not? Since one of the chief jobs of the liver is to detoxify the body of toxins, there is a certain irony in contemplating a liver detox. But, as the book points out, there are many things that place stress on the liver. This chapter will include identifying toxins, signs of toxic buildup in the liver, and how to create a personal liver detox plan. Chapter 22 – The Pro-Liver Diet This chapter outlines a nutritional plan that everyone can use to have not only a healthy liver, but a healthy brain and heart as well, because the principles are the same – following a low-fat diet, with at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily, no more than a slice of whole-grain bread, and restricting high-glycemic carbohydrates. Fiber is also important, as is drinking plenty of water. This chapter will also include a list of “super foods,” that particularly benefit a healthy liver, as well as special tips for people living with liver disease. Supplements that boost liver health in general will also be included. Chapter 23 – Exercise for Liver Health Exercise benefits your entire body and your liver is no exception. But there are some special reasons that exercise is important, and that’s because it boosts the liver’s special powers. Exercise helps balance glucose levels, and also reduce cholesterol in the blood (and the liver) as well. Exercise, like a healthy diet and weight loss, is extremely important for people with fatty liver disease. This chapter will also include special supplements for people who exercise. GLOSSARY & INDEX

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Book SynopsisIn The Mediterranean Zone, Dr Barry Sears, founder of The Zone Diet, shows you how to eat a delicious and sustainable diet that will: stop weight gain and strip away 'toxic' fat; free you from inflammation and hormonal chaos; reverse diabetes and protect you from Alzheimer's; lighten your mood as well as your body; allow you to break out of the diet-and-exercise trap for good! Incorporating the principles of the Zone diet and the fundamental benefits of the much-loved Mediterranean diet, the Mediterranean Zone offers an easy-to-follow guide to eating and living better, based on the latest scientific research.Table of ContentsThe Zone at a glance; Part I - Mastering the Mediterranean Zone: The coming reckoning; Inflammation - the real reason we gain weight, get sick and age at a faster rate; Mastering the Zone diet for a lifetime; The Mediterranean diet - facts and fiction; The Mediterranean Zone - the evolution of the Mediterranean diet; Anti-inflammatory supplements for the Mediterranean Zone; Part II - The science of polyphenols: Polyphenols - the next essential nutrients; Polyphenols and gut health; Polyphenols and oxidative stress; Polyphenols and longevity; Part III - The industrialisation of food and the rise of diet-induced inflammation; Chasing the wrong food villains; Part IV - The future of medicine: Epigenetics - opening Pandora's genetic box; Reclaiming our genetic future. Appendices

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Book SynopsisA David and Goliath battle for truth A specialist in GM foods and pesticides, the biologist Gilles-Éric Seralini has studied their toxicity and effects on people's health for many years. In September 2012, for the first time in a major scientific journal (Food and Chemical Toxicology), he published a study showing the effect on the liver and kidneys of two of Monsanto's flagship products: Roundup weedkiller and the GM foods created to absorb it. Images from the study of tumor-ridden rats fed with GM foods and Roundup went viral. The study was a PR disaster for Monsanto. The multinational soon bounced back and did everything in its power to cover up the study—leaning on the publishers to retract the findings. Monsanto began a series of smear campaigns to discredit Seralini and fellow researchers and intimidate their supporters, while pumping out their own collection of fake research findings and testimonies. These practices were met with huge suspicion, but there was no concrete evidence until, in 2017, Monsanto was ordered to publish tens of thousands of confidential documents in a class-action lawsuit presented by thousands of individuals afflicted with serious illnesses from their use of Roundup. The "Monsanto Papers" that were produced subsequently proved the company’s cynical attempts at a cover-up as well as its fraudulent practices. Gilles-Éric Seralini and Jérôme Douzelet delved into the documents and discovered how, in the pursuit of its own short term economic interests, Monsanto used sophisticated methods of deceit to bypass legislation devised to protect millions of people. Seralini and Douzelet discovered how Monsanto managed to provide phony assessments to conceal the poisons its products contain, thus deceiving the public authorities and the scientific and medical communities. Trade Review“Monsanto knew for decades that glyphosate-based herbicides cause cancer and a lethal coterie of other devastating illnesses. Rather than warning consumers and customers, Monsanto massaged the science, defrauded regulators, bribed prominent researchers, captured and corrupted the EPA pesticide division, and systematically lied to the global public that its deadly herbicide was safe. Roundup degraded public health, impoverished our soils, extirpated species, obliterated small farmers, and deprived the public of their fundamental civil right of informed consent. Monsanto made a special project of discrediting and destroying scientists, advocates, and reformers who exposed its corrupt coverup. The most prominent among these was heroic French toxicologist Gilles-Éric Seralini. In 2018, I was fortunate enough to be a part of the legal team that finally brought Monsanto to justice. We relied heavily on Dr. Seralini’s research and counsel to achieve this victory.”—Robert F. Kennedy Jr., founder of Waterkeeper Alliance, founder, chairman of the board, and chief legal counsel for Children’s Health Defense, and counsel to Morgan & Morgan “The bravest man I have ever met. The truth always comes to light eventually. Thank you, Gilles-Éric.”—Frédérick Lemarchand, professor of sociology, University Caen Normandy “Written by one of the most published scientists in the domain, quoted 55,952 times in the ‘Monsanto Papers,’ this laser-sharp analysis shows how the agribusiness pesticide giant poisoned public regulations, research, and democracy.”—Louise Vandelac, PhD, Department of Sociology and Institute of Environmental Sciences, University of Québec in Montreal "An essential contribution to understand the manipulation of science in the service of profit maximization, by one of the main players in the debate." —Olivier De Schutter, former UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food "David against Goliath, such is the disproportionate fight of Gilles-Éric Seralini against the ‘Hydra Monsanto,’ an emblematic victory on a planetary scale, where courage and probity triumph!"—Philippe Desbrosses, author, farmer, doctor of science in environment. “The demonstration of Professor Seralini, rigorously supported by his great culture in human sciences, allows him not to confuse science and technoscience.”—Yves Dupont, PhD, researcher in human sciences “The work of Professor Seralini is of prime importance; it is a glimmer of hope coming from a certain science at the service of Humanity and Life on earth.”—Claude Gruffat, Member of the European Parliament “I have had the chance to work on several occasions with Professor Gilles-Éric Seralini, a world specialist in pesticides and genetically modified organisms. His meticulous work, his expertise and his complete testimonies have served us to denounce numerous abuses or frauds by international companies, making possible to develop European legislation on pesticides always in the direction of greater protection of health and the environment, and to successfully support various appeals before the French courts and even before the Court of Justice of the European Union (ECHR). The expertise of an independent researcher and whistleblower like Professor Seralini is invaluable, rare, and beneficial for safeguarding the general interest and health in the face of financial interests.”—Maître Guillaume Tumerelle, lawyer specializing in rural law, France “The Monsanto Papers provides an insider’s account of how corporate power is used to destroy a scientific career when a multinational cannot control the experimental evidence of its unsafe herbicide. Seralini’s account is a ‘David and Goliath’ story that reveals the corruption of a regulatory system, the conflicts of interest among corrupted toxicologists, and the battle between scientific truth against a company’s billion-dollar product.”—Sheldon Krimsky, Lenore Stern Professor of Humanities and Social Sciences at Tufts University, author of Conflicts of Interest in Science “Monsanto’s response to Dr. Seralini’s work on the toxicity of one of its products demonstrates how far corporations will go in corrupting science for profit.”—Leemon McHenry, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy at California State University, Northridge and medical ethics consultant to the Baum, Hedlund law firm

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Book SynopsisLife is hard. But it gets a whole lot easier when you start to talk it out. In How Am I Doing?, you''re invited into a series of conversations with yourself to improve your mental health as you discover your purpose, honor your story, and explore who you want to be.Dr. Corey Yeager, psychotherapist for the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and most recently featured on Oprah and Prince Harry''s The Me You Can''t See on Apple TV+, offers you 40 questions to help you raise awareness of your thoughts and emotions and reconnect with who you want to be.Over the course of these 40 conversations with yourself, you''re invited to: Build trust with yourself Consider how past traumas affect your life today Grow a practice of positive self-talk Let go of guilt and regret from your past Develop mental health strategies for what to for moments when you''re depressed or anxious Increase your confidence aTrade ReviewA good guided-reflection resource with thoughtful cues for initiating a deep conversation with oneself. * Library Journal *A practical and engaging roadmap for self-awareness. Dr. Yeager's simple exercises and relatable anecdotes provide a powerful roadmap for better understanding yourself, and in turn, others. * Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and co-host of Dear Therapists podcast *Yeager's prose is lean and direct, and the thoughtful reflection prompts that end each chapter provide a bounty of useful strategies for putting the principles into practice. The result is a perceptive guide for getting in touch with oneself. * Publisher’s Weekly *Yeager's winning insights deliver a slam-dunk of empowered inspiration bound to elicit tremendous personal reward. * Shelf Awareness *

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Book SynopsisThe full story of how our relationship with light shapes our health, productivity and mood. 'A sparkling and illuminating study, one of those rare books that could genuinely improve your life' Sunday Times 'Life changing' Daily Mail 'Fascinating and readable ... Geddes's lovely book will fill you with longing!' The Times Since the dawn of time, humans have worshipped the sun. And with good reason. Our biology is set up to work in partnership with it. From our sleep cycles to our immune systems and our mental health, access to sunlight is crucial for living a happy and fulfilling life. New research suggests that our sun exposure over a lifetime - even before we were born - may shape our risk of developing a range of different illnesses, from depression to diabetes. Bursting with cutting-edge science and eye-opening advice, Chasing the Sun explores the extraordinary significance of sunlight, from ancient solstice celebrations to modern sleep labs, and from the unexpected health benefits of sun exposure to what the Amish know about sleep that the rest of us don't. As more of us move into light-polluted cities, spending our days in dim offices and our evenings watching brightly lit screens, we are in danger of losing something vital: our connection to the star that gave us life. It's a loss that could have far-reaching consequences that we're only just beginning to grasp.Trade ReviewLife-changing * Daily Mail *Readable and frequently fascinating ... Geddes's lovely book will fill you with longing for bright summer days, blue skies and a baking hot sun dispensing vitamin D and happiness to all who bask in its glow. Roll on, summer! -- James Marriott * The Times *A fascinating and deeply researched study into the surprising importance of sunlight for our health and wellbeing. Geddes will convince even the most committed sofa sloths to step outside into the sun. -- Gaia VinceWhat a BRILLIANT book! The antidote to anecdote, a great survey of current evidence. Just what the midwife ordered! -- Professor Alice RobertsThis sparkling study explains how sunlight is vital to our physical and mental health: a book that could genuinely improve your life. * Sunday Times *Illuminating -- Sam Kean * The Wall Street Journal *

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Book SynopsisProving prayer to be as valid and vital a healing tool as drugs or surgery, the bestselling author of Meaning & Medicine and Recovering the Soul offers a bold integration of science and spirituality.

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Book SynopsisFreshly blended herbal teas offer more healing power than do pre-packaged tea bags. In Healing Herbal Teas, master herbalist and author Sarah Farr serves up 101 original recipes that not only offer health advantages but also taste great. Formulations to benefit each body system and promote well-being include Daily Adrenal Support, Inflammation Reduction, and Digestive Tonic. Additional recipes that address seasonal needs such as allergy relief or immune support will attune you to the cycles of nature, while instruction on the art of tea blending will teach you how to develop your own signature mixtures to give your body exactly what it needs. This book is an enchanting and delectable guide to blending and brewing power-packed herbal teas at home.

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Book SynopsisPRACTICAL SOLUTIONS FOR QUALITY SLEEP''In her brilliant new book Mikhail delivers accessible science to help you take back control of your bedtime and your sleep'' PsychologiesAre you suffering from chronic insomnia, an erratic sleep pattern or do you simply feel that your sleep isn''t as deep and restorative as it should be? Then struggle no more. Teach Yourself to Sleep is the new, sustainable solution that you have been waiting for.After decades of trying traditional methods to cure her poor sleep, the chance reading of a book by her Irish great-great uncle, a pioneer in cognitive therapy and clinical hypnosis, led chronic insomniac Kate Mikhail to research the science of sleep and the mind-body loop, and develop the tried-and-tested methods that have finally enabled her to take control of her sleep and wake up feeling rested and energised.In Teach Yourself to Sleep, Kate shares her approach, blendinTrade ReviewIf you want an example of how one person's struggle can go on to help so many others, this book is it. Kate Mikhail's writing is a wonderful combination of personal experience and investigation into the science, knowledge and practice that will help readers navigate their way out of insomnia and towards getting a gorgeous night's sleep. If you or those you love are having difficulty sleeping, curl up with this book before bed and give yourself the gift of a sleep * Kirsty Macdonald, Cognitive Hypnotherapist and Transformational Leadership Coach *A very well written, informative, extremely interesting and enlightening book, presenting the theory behind sleep and wakefulness from different angles. It's a must-read book that provides solutions and advice to deal with sleep disorders using a holistic approach, by focusing on sleep hygiene and functioning of the body with respect to the circadian rhythm, as well as guiding us to follow a healthy lifestyle leading to increased productivity, good health and happiness * Dr Syed Shariq Hasan MBBS, MPH, MCPS, FRSPH, PhD Specialist in Public Health and Psychosomatic Medicine, Post-doctoral research fellow and Honorary Lecturer, Department of Hypnotherapy and Gastroenterology, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. *Sleep problems are one of the scourges that seem to have resulted from our modern, hectic and often stressful lives. Like so many modern afflictions there is no single cause and no 'one size fits all' remedy. Consequently, it is important for the sufferer to understand the problem better so that they can learn how best to manage it for themselves. This book by Kate Mikhail is a nice easy read which should help people to cope with this problem which can ruin the lives of the those who battle against it night after night. * Peter Whorwell, Professor of Medicine & Gastroenterology, University of Manchester *

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Book SynopsisCongratulations, you are about to get younger! Dr. Henry Lodge provides the science. Chris Crowley provides the motivation. And through their New York Times bestselling program, you’ll discover how to put off 70 percent of the normal problems of aging—weakness, sore joints, bad balance—and eliminate 50 percent of serious illness and injury. Plus, prominent neurologist Allan Hamilton now explains how following “Harry’s Rules” for diet, exercise, and staying emotionally connected directly affects your brain—all the way down to the cellular level. The message is simple: Learn to train for the next third of your life, and you’ll have a ball.

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Book SynopsisHealthy aging isn’t simply a roll of the dice. How people age is a choice.Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging discusses the biology of aging — why we age and how to slow the aging process. It delves into common health and lifestyle concerns and outlines steps that readers can take to enjoy longer and more purposeful lives. Researchers are finding that genes play a smaller role in overall health than most individuals realize. More often, the life people lead in their later years is a culmination of personal attitudes, decisions made, and actions taken beginning in young adulthood.The book covers a variety of topics including: responding to personal risks how to challenge the brain and body healthy diet physical activity resiliency retirement planning living a fulfilling life Readers also will find practical tips to keep their minds, bodies,

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Book SynopsisTED Talks speaker and mental health advocate Hannah Brencher inspires readers to unplug from technology and cultivate a life of presence, connection and wonder.

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Book SynopsisDoes temperament in childhood shape adult personality? Four psychologists followed thousands of people as they grew up, observing how genes, parenting, and other aspects of young people’s experience influence development. This holistic approach offers unprecedented insight into what makes us the adults we become.Trade ReviewThis book’s authors, having plumbed their data in depth, deliver a flood of insights around the book’s central question: To what degree do our childhood personalities and behaviors predict our adult selves? -- John Donvan * Wall Street Journal *Will prove one of the best and most important works of the last few years…Fascinating. -- Tyler Cowen * Marginal Revolution *The Origins of You brings the groundbreaking research of the top developmental psychologists of the past quarter-century to a wider audience. The book captures the genius and visionary stature of its authors and illustrates their profound influence on the current and future thinking of the field. A masterpiece! -- Dante Cicchetti, Institute for Child Development at the University of MinnesotaIt’s hard to imagine a better introduction to the way that contemporary developmental scientists think than The Origins of You, and it is hard to think of a more qualified group of writers, themselves among the most important, creative, and accomplished scholars in the field, to serve as guides. In much the same way that Bronfenbrenner’s The Ecology of Human Development forever changed the way we think about the environment, this book will change the way we think about the process of development itself. The Origins of You is destined to become a classic. -- Laurence Steinberg, author of Age of Opportunity: Lessons from the New Science of AdolescenceThe Origins of You poses a question that is both timely and timeless: how does each of us become the unique person we are? Drawing upon the most authoritative psychological studies ever conducted on the topic, the authors offer a treasure trove of remarkable insights that both underscore the complexity of human development and affirm the power of human resilience. -- Dan P. McAdams, author of The Art and Science of Personality DevelopmentFor those new to cohort literature, The Origins of You is an engaging introduction. For those familiar with this work, it is a chance to hear the authors thinking aloud, debating the best approaches and pondering what to study next. We can be certain that those conversations will now include how best to use these rich longitudinal resources to understand the effects of COVID-19. -- Barbara Maughan * Nature *A fascinating book from an outstanding team of scientists, dedicated to answering the central questions about how lives develop. -- Anne Petersen, University of MichiganThe Origins of You deserves to be read by everyone who wants to understand human development. -- David P. Farrington, Cambridge UniversityEngaging…Displays scope and curiosity, as the authors look at genetic factors, whether early circumstances can forecast certain later developmental outcomes, how and if the family experience and the environmental situation shape aspects of later life, and the role of the childhood experience in determining elements of adult health. * Kirkus Reviews *This thought-provoking volume should fascinate psychology students. * Publishers Weekly *Tells us which types of children grow up to be which types of adults, and it offers hints as to how childhood experiences can aid or hinder human development…A must-read. -- Robert VerBruggen * Institute for Family Studies blog *A compelling journey exploring the results of the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study…Its findings are the x-marks-the-spot treasure trove that will help teachers, school administrators, and child psychologists support the growth and development of children. -- Laura Petillo * New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies *

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Book Synopsis'Groundbreaking... bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and practical well-being. A must-read for anyone seeking to improve their resilience, reduce inflammation and embrace a healthier future.' Dr Jenna Macciochi, author of Immunity: The Science of Staying WellWhat if you could see the toll that over-work, too much sugar or bad sleep really take on your system?What if you knew what boosts your energy, and what saps it, and when you are heading for burnout?What if you could feel more vitality and joy, have stronger will power and live longer?With the aid of your phone, smartwatch or a wearable heart rate monitor and The Pulse Cure, you can. The key lies in measuring your heart rate variability - the distance between your heart beats - which indicates what is happening in your autonomic nervous system. Tuning into your heart rate variability can show you how your personal constitution reacts to specific stressors and help you tailor what you need to do to recharge.Whether you are healthy but want to take a proactive approach to your health, or exhausted and want your energy back, Dr Færø's clear, upbeat guidance will help you to:· improve your sleep· discover the right type and level of exercise for you· find the best way for you to relax and find calm· spot early signs of illness and disease· fight burnout and chronic fatigue· avoid inflammation in the body.Start a conversation with your body. It might have surprising things to tell you!Trade ReviewWhen you realise that your health can radically change by simply using health tracking wearables, Dr Færø's The Pulse Cure can become one of the most important books you'll ever read in your life. -- Dr Espen Wold-Jensen, founder of The Quantum Academy * Dr Espen Podcast *

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Book Synopsis*The Sunday Times Bestseller*Does sugar cause type 2 diabetes?Are vegan diets always healthier?Is weight the main driver of our health?No, no and absolutely not - NHS doctor and nutritionist Joshua Wolrich is on a mission to set the record straight.In Food Isn't Medicine, he draws on the latest nutritional science to cut through what he calls 'nutribollocks', unravelling the false beliefs that too often inform how we eat. With candour and compassion, he debunks damaging food myths and dismantles the most pervasive of them all: the myth that your weight defines your health.If you have ever considered intermittent fasting, avoided artificial sweeteners, dairy or carbs for 'health' reasons, or struggled through diet after diet wondering why nothing seems to work, this book will be a powerful wake-up call.'Excellent - I couldn't put it down' Jameela Jamil'A beacon of truth in a sea of misinformation' Alice Liveing'Joshua brings a much-needed dose of reality - calling out the nonsense, helping you steer away from the empty promises of fad diets and giving you the tools to once again have a healthy relationship with food, your body and life' Dr Tim CroweTrade ReviewA voice of reason in a field of fake news. Honesty, integrity and compassion shine through everything he writes. The only medical doctor I've ever allowed on my timeline. * Megan Crabbe (@bodyposipanda) *Us fat people are lucky to have Joshua, who sees past the fat and diet culture and actually sees us. * Sofie Hagen (@sofiehagendk) *Dr Joshua Wolrich routinely does an incredible job of sorting fact from toxic fiction. A must-read for those wanting to unlearn the toxic ideologies and beliefs we have been taught about ourselves by the diet industry! * Stephanie Yeboah (@stephanieyeboah) *Josh's desire to educate others stands upon a foundation of compassion that we might experience more freedom and take our opportunity to question the damaging messages we so easily absorb. * Anna Mathur (@annamathur) *It's refreshing knowing there's a doctor out there fighting to break down a lot of the shame-driven decisions we make, and that food holds no moral value over us. * Sarah Nicole Landry (@thebirdspapaya) *

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Book SynopsisEmbarking on IVF - or any assisted fertility treatment - can be a very demanding and stressful experience, but the right physical, nutritional and emotional support can lessen these stresses and strains and increase your chances of success. In Zita West''s Guide to Fertility and Assisted Conception leading fertility and pregnancy expert, Zita West, offers an in-depth explanation of all aspects of fertility and, uniquely, addresses the issues involved in using assisted conception. In her clear, yet sensitive, style Zita explains:- All aspects of fertility - from preconception and trying naturally through to assisted conception- What is involved in the IVF process- How to prepare your body to increase your chances of conceiving successfully- The importance of a proactive approach to diet and nutrition- How complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, can increase your chances of successIncluding interviews with leading experts in the field, case histories from patients and Zita''s own holistic principles, this is an invaluable guide for the growing number of people who are considering, or have already embarked on, medical intervention to enable them to conceive.Trade ReviewWest is renowned for helping women to get pregnant when everything else has failed * The Times *one of Europe's leading authorities on using natural health to enhance fertility * Style magazine *Zita's book will be a great help and should be recommended to potential patients at an early stage in their investigation and treatment * Professor William Ledger, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Head of Unit, University of Sheffield *Much sought after acupuncturist and midwife who helped Kate Winslet stay in shape during her pregnancy * Elle *Zita West is an inspirational woman whose holistic approach to fertility, combining traditional and complementary treatments, is a lesson to us all * Tim Child, Consultant Gynaecologist at the University of Oxford and Director of the Oxford Fertility Unit *

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Book SynopsisThis book presents a compassionate guide to this illness, providing sufferers and their families, with practical advice, based solely on scientific evidence. It is unique in being written by both a sufferer and a physician. Included in the book is a detailed guide to self-help, written from a patient's perspective, but evidence-based.Table of ContentsSECTION 1 - CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME: ITS NATURE, DIAGNOSIS, AND TREATMENT; SECTION 2 - THE IDEA OF HELPING YOURSELF; SECTION 3 - SPECIAL ISSUES; APPENDICES

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Book SynopsisOne in three of us experiences allergies at some point in our lives and we are more allergic than ever before, so why are allergies still so misunderstood?In Understanding Allergy, Dr Sophie Farooque, a leading expert and consultant in allergy, will provide allergy sufferers and their families with the knowledge they need to help them navigate this minefield. The book will offer practical advice to reduce unnecessary suffering, debunk common allergy myths and address key topics including: The allergy epidemic Understanding and treating hay fever and rhinitis Living with food allergies, delayed food allergies and anaphylaxis Drug allergies What to do if you think you have an allergy Eczema and allergy preventionMany people who are allergic often struggle to access help, whilst many think they have an allergy when they do not - Understanding Allergy is the essential and concise guide to diagnosis, treatment and lifestyle changes, to help you manage and alleviate your allergies.________________________________ ''A fascinating, insightful guide that is extremely clear'' Professor Adam Fox''A source of sound information and practical advice'' Professor Roy Taylor''A must read'' David Stukus, M.DTrade Review'Sophie Farooque has achieved something really special here - a fascinating, insightful guide that is extremely clear, highly engaging yet maintains the highest standards of scientific accuracy. Would highly recommend for anybody with an interest in the area' -- Professor Adam Fox'In this fascinating book, Dr Sophie Farooque separates fact from fiction about the important topic of allergy. Rare, life threatening conditions, common troublesome allergies and common misdiagnoses of allergy are all clearly explained. For the many people affected, here is a source of sound information and practical advice' -- Professor Roy Taylor, author of Your Simple Guide to Reversing Type 2 Diabetes'Now more than ever, we need clear communication from unbiased evidence-based resources to help inform our medical decision making. Misconceptions surrounding allergic conditions are rampant and negatively impact quality of life. This wonderful book, written by a true expert in the field of allergy and immunology, is a must read for every medical student, healthcare professional, parent, and patient. Dr. Farooque sets the record straight with her thoughtful explanations and comprehensive guide' -- David Stukus, M.D'In a world hungry for accurate sources of medical information, Dr Sophie Farooque has written the definitive guide to allergy for the lay person and beyond. Dr Farooque's conversational style makes for a wonderfully readable book which is factually accurate, detailing all the information one will ever need to know about the amazing world of allergic diseases. The book delivers what the title promises' -- Professor Jon Bennett, NHS Consultant Respiratory Physician and former Chair, British Thoracic Society'Being a parent of a child with food allergies can be scary and overwhelming. Yet the best way to manage allergies and prevent serious reactions is with knowledge. Understanding Allergy by Dr. Sophie Farooque is the definitive guide for parents, caregivers, and those with allergies. It's helped my family better understand now to navigate allergies and given confidence to myself and my child. Essential reading for anyone wishing to learn how to navigate life with allergies' -- Niki Jabbour, parent and award-winning author

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Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1997, DR. BERNSTEIN''S DIABETES SOLUTION is a unique resource that covers both adult- and childhood-onset diabetes, explains step-by-step how to normalize blood sugar levels and prevent or reverse complications, and offers detailed guidelines for establishing a treatment plan. Readers will find fifty gourmet recipes, in addition to a comprehensive discussion of diet, obesity, and new drugs to curb carbohydrate craving and overeating.Now in its fourth edition, the book presents up-to-the-minute information on insulin resistance, blood-testing devices, measuring blood sugar, new types of insulin, gastroparesis and other issues, as well as updated diet guidelines. DR. BERNSTEIN''S DIABETES SOLUTION is the one book every diabetic must own.Trade ReviewDr. Bernstein is a true pioneer in developing practical approaches to controlling a devastating disease that is growing at epidemic proportions in this country. This book should be in the library of every diabetic patient, and especially physicians who treat diabetes. - Barry Sears, PhD, author of The Zone

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate myth-busting nutrition bible. Registered dietitians Rosie Saunt and Helen West are the founders of The Rooted Project, set up to translate the latest research direct to your plate, and make evidence-based nutrition accessible and engaging. In this book, they explore everything from the danger of anecdotal evidence and unsubstantiated 'facts' about food to the real science behind the nutrients we consume every day. They explain why there's nothing to be feared from fat or carbs, or - for the vast majority of us - the much-maligned gluten, as well as probing the murky depths of the diet industry to explore the latest links between diet culture and weight stigma. They take a deep-dive into gut health, look at the emerging science of the connection between food and mood and examine differences between allergies and intolerances. This book is both a reference guide and a narrative to relish: it debunks the myths that dominate the food and wellness industry and offers the Trade ReviewA must-read for anyone who has ever avoided carbohydrates for the sake of a trim tummy * Mail on Sunday *Covering everything from fad diets to the modern panic around gluten, [Helen and Rosie] deep dive into the pseudoscience that surrounds food, and counteract it with the latest clear and easy-to-digest scientific research on various points of contention. * The Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an all-too-common and deadly syndrome that involves restricted airflow in the airway. Often brought on by exposure to cigarette smoke, coal dust, asbestos and solvents, this infliction has no cure. COPD For Dummies offers the newest, most successful treatments for minimizing pain and discomfort.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: Every Breath You Take: The Who, What, and Why of COPD. Chapter 1: Understanding COPD. Chapter 2: How Your Lungs Work. Chapter 3: COPD Risk Factors. Part II: Catching Your Breath: Treating COPD. Chapter 4: The Diagnosis and What It Means. Chapter 5: The Emotional Impact of COPD. Chapter 6: Building Your Healthcare Team. Chapter 7: COPD Treatment Goals. Chapter 8: Drug Treatments. Chapter 9: Surgery and Alternative Treatments. Part III: In the Next Breath: Managing Your Overall Health. Chapter 10: The First, Best Thing You Can Do: Quit Smoking. Chapter 11: Nutrition and Weight Management. Chapter 12: Getting Motivated to Move. Part IV: Breathing Easier: Living with COPD. Chapter 13: A Day in Your Life with COPD. Chapter 14: Making Your Home You-Friendly. Chapter 15: Clearing the Air at Home. Chapter 16: Preparing for Emergencies. Chapter 17: Helping a Loved One with COPD. Part V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 18: Ten Things to Avoid if You Have COPD. Chapter 19: Ten Myths about COPD. Chapter 20: Ten Strategies for Coping with COPD. Chapter 21: Ten (Or So) Health Factors Linked with COPD. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisAs a parent, you play a central role in managing your child's wellbeing. When Your Child Is Sick will empower you to know what is normal when it comes to your child's health and when you really do need to seek medical advice.In the main, there are 20 reasons why children are taken to the doctor and the problem is often quite minor. This book is built around these core childhood ailments, which you will encounter as your child grows. It will help you identify what's wrong and give you the confidence to treat common complaints with common sense in the home.Up to date with information and advice on the latest challenges young people face, there are sections on problems in early adolescence, the rise in allergies and the ongoing surge in obesity.When Your Child Is Sick is the essential health guide every parent and carer needs.Makes an excellent job of sorting out the minor from the major, getting that very tricky balance rig

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Book SynopsisWhat are your symptoms and illnesses telling you about yourself? In Your Body Speaks Your Mind, renowned teacher and bestselling author Deb Shapiro shows how understanding your body''s ''language of symptoms'' can increase your potential for healing. She explains the interconnectedness between your physical state and your emotional, psychological and spiritual health, and reveals: How unresolved emotional and psychological issues can affect your physical health; How feelings and thoughts are linked to specific parts of the body; How you can take steps to heal your body with your mind, and your mind with your body. Your Body Speaks Your Mind shows you how to initiate communication between body and mind, and decode the priceless information your body is giving you, in order to achieve better health and a greater sense of wellbeing.

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Book SynopsisCon el apoyo de la investigación científica y médica actual, la doctora Caroline Leaf expone un "cambio" en tu cerebro que te permitirá tener una vida más feliz, más sana, más agradable, en la que alcances tus objetivos, controles tus pensamientos e incluso seas más inteligente.

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Book SynopsisBreathe easier and live a full life with proper asthma treatment Asthma For Dummies is a reassuring and realistic guide to managing asthma, whether you're living with it yourself or have a loved one who suffers from the disease. It's packed with authoritative information on symptoms and diagnosis, plus resources you can use to enhance long-term asthma management. Find the best treatments and reduce asthma complications with compassionate advice and all the latest details on medication options, including asthma controller drugs, rescue asthma medications, and future trends in asthma therapy. Discover the most common triggers and suggestions for avoiding them in daily life. With the expert advice in this Dummies guide, you can tackle asthma. Learn all the basics about diagnosing and managing asthma in adults and children Find out about the newest treatments, therapies, and alternative strategies Prepare for your doctor's appointment with questions to ask and ideas for working through financial concerns Know what to do about complications, dual diagnoses, and special circumstances This updated edition of Asthma For Dummies is a must-have for asthmatics and parents of asthmatic children.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Asthma 5 Chapter 1: Understanding Asthma Basics 7 Chapter 2: Building Your Healthcare Team 33 Chapter 3: Making the Most of Your Doctor Visits 41 Chapter 4: Living Well with Asthma 51 Chapter 5: Managing Asthma Long Term 67 Part 2: Knowing What Can Trigger Asthma 83 Chapter 6: Knowing Your Asthma Triggers 85 Chapter 7: The Role of Inhalant Allergies 103 Chapter 8: The Role of Food Allergies 127 Chapter 9: The Roles of Exercise and Emotions 147 Chapter 10: The Role of Other Medical Conditions 155 Part 3: Controlling Your Asthma 193 Chapter 11: Getting Allergy Tested and Allergy Shots 195 Chapter 12: Understanding Asthma Medications 209 Chapter 13: Looking at Asthma Controller Drugs 229 Chapter 14: Treating Asthma Episodes 249 Part 4: Special Asthma Conditions 261 Chapter 15: Asthma and Children and Teens 263 Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Asthma 281 Chapter 17: Asthma and Older Adults 291 Chapter 18: Looking At Other Asthma Concerns 295 Part 5: Finding Support and Speaking Up 303 Chapter 19: Patient Advocacy for Yourself and Others 305 Chapter 20: Turning to Trusted Resources 311 Part 6: The Part of Tens 319 Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Traveling with Asthma 321 Chapter 22: Ten Myths About Asthma and Allergies 329 Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Avoid the September Asthma Peak 335 Index 341

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Understanding Diabetes 7 Chapter 1: How Diabetes Affects Us All 9 Chapter 2: Making the Diagnosis with Glucose and Hemoglobin A1C 23 Chapter 3: Recognizing the Various Types of Diabetes 37 Part 2: Adopting a Multisystem Approach to Diabetes 57 Chapter 4: Maintaining Optimal Health on a Daily Basis 59 Chapter 5: Preventing Long-Term Complications 75 Chapter 6: Preserving Sexual Function and Protecting Pregnancy 111 Part 3: Living Your Best Life: The “Thriving with Diabetes” Lifestyle Plan 131 Chapter 7: Self-Testing for Glucose and Other Key Tests 133 Chapter 8: Finding Your Best Treatment: Diet 151 Chapter 9: Nourishing Yourself: Healthful Eating and Lifestyle Strategies 181 Chapter 10: Practical Tips for Success in the Kitchen and at the Table 193 Chapter 11: Creating Your Exercise Plan 207 Chapter 12: Finding Your Best Treatment: Medication and More 231 Chapter 13: Assembling Your Diabetes Team 275 Part 4: Special Considerations for Living with Diabetes 293 Chapter 14: Managing Diabetes in Children 295 Chapter 15: Diabetes and Healthy Aging 311 Chapter 16: Dealing with Occupational and Insurance Problems 321 Chapter 17: Eyeing What’s New in Global Diabetes Care 331 Part 5: The Part of Tens 343 Chapter 18: Ten Commandments for Excellent Diabetes Care 345 Chapter 19: Ten Myths about Diabetes That You Can Forget 351 Appendix: Mini-Cookbook 357 Index 409

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Book SynopsisHow to look after your mental wellbeing in times of stressIn an age where self-esteem is seen as essential to mental health, we are seeing unprecedented rises in mental health difficulties from depression anxiety, eating disorders and many others. Is there not a dichotomy at play here? Is Self - Esteem (ie ''I live for my rating'') a reality at all or simply a myth we are all buying into. In this book bestselling author Harry Barry challenges the conventional wisdom and explores why the terms self-acceptance, self-respect and self-actualization are more helpful in developing positive mental health. In his trademark style he also provides practical examples of what we should all be doing instead to build confidence and reach our full potential.Part 1: The myth of self-esteemPart 2: Debunking the myth of ''low self-esteem''Part 3: Debunking the myth of ''high self-esteem''Part 4: Debunking the myth ''others can dictate my self-esteem''

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