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It is estimated that at any given time almost half the adult population is dieting. Unfortunately, research shows that people who diet regularly are more likely to experience weight gain. Clearly, weight loss alone is not the key to long-lasting fitness. But neither is exercise. Most people who begin an exercise programme drop out after just a short time. Our ancestors were fit out of necessity; they didn't have to work at it. And that's why most diets and exercise programmes are not successful in the long term. We just aren't hardwired for rigid exercise routines and restrictive dieting. Fortunately, there is a simple way to achieve lasting overall fitness and, in HARDWIRED FOR FITNESS, John Ivy and Robert Portman explain that because the body is naturally inclined to be fit, there is no good reason for anyone to be overweight or out of shape. Everything a person needs for optimal fitness is stored within his or her DNA and all it takes is learning how to turn on the circuits. As readers will discover in HARDWIRED FOR FITNESS, the fitness circuitry in the human body is a remarkable, integrated piece of engineering. This circuitry worked incredibly well for our ancestors, and it can work for anyone who implements a few simple measures to reconnect the circuitry. When these circuits are functioning in harmony, they can activate the body's metabolic machinery far more effectively and safer than any commercial product. All it takes is a minimal lifestyle change to reprogramme these switches and reconnect the circuits to give anyone the level of fitness he or she has always wanted.

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Dr. Vincent Giampapa, co-author of Younger Today, and his research team at Rutgers University nominated for a 2014 Nobel Prize in the area of Stem Cell Research. With this eye-opening book in hand, readers will learn to forget everything they think they know about aging and to stop blaming their genes for their health issues. There's no reason to live another day feeling tired and worn down. There's finally a natural way to recapture youth and YOUNGER TODAY provides the road map - no gadgets, gimmicks or unnatural solutions required. In YOUNGER TODAY, readers will discover the anti-aging secret that's been within our bodies all along: cellular health. When our body's cells are healthy, we're healthy and Dr. Vincent Giampapa and Carol Alt are here to show readers how to make it happen. With a medical doctor and supermodel as their guides, readers will tap into an all-natural, cell-boosting lifestyle that restores that youthful glow and minimises the signs of premature aging today. Filled with simple nutrition, exercise and meditation strategies that slow aging at its roots, YOUNGER TODAY is the ultimate resource for improved health at any age. Readers are urged to dive into YOUNGER TODAY to: · Learn what cell-healthy foods to eat and when to eat them · Discover the all-natural nutrients that can slow down aging · Discover an exercise routine that benefits the body in minutes · Learn why stress ages us and how to alleviate anxiety naturally · Look and feel younger now!

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With this new book of raw recipes from a leading advocate of the raw foods lifestyle, adopting a diet that truly nourishes the body and mind couldn't be easier. More than 150 outstanding recipes. An extensive introductory section covers all aspects of the raw lifestyle.

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Getting and staying in shape is neither quick nor easy. The secret to success is not about your daily calories or how often you're exercising. It's not about what gym you belong to, your age, your gender or how busy your day is. It's about a mind-set. It's about getting off your ass and feeling good about it. Marty Tuley shows everyone how to foster the habit of regular exercise. Everyone stores a large percentage of excess body weight on the stomach and hips. The Butt & Gut Programme focuses on those two areas, but it is an overall fitness regimen, not a "spot-reducing" programme. It's not magic, easy or quick. It's work, but only for 20 minutes, 6 days a week, for 120 days. It's an effective fitness programme that can fit into anyone's schedule. Marty lays out an exercise schedule built around squats for the butt, crunches and leg lifts for the gut, and running stairs for conditioning. It will improve your posture, coordination and balance, not to mention the effects on strength, power and conditioning. To keep it interesting, the book includes fifty different butt exercises and fifty different gut exercises. Marty also offers tips on how to adopt healthier eating habits. His "stair-step" approach to dieting makes it simple to incorporate better nutrition. The Butt & Gut Programme needs no weights, no dumbbells, no bench, no exercise balls, no bike and no treadmill. You can do the exercises anywhere - on the road, on vacation, in your office or in your bedroom. You need nothing for this programme but a pulse and an attitude, with Marty as your no-nonsense personal trainer.

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World-famous bodybuilder Steve Michalik - Mr. USA, Mr. America and M. Universe - and professional golf coach Michael Manavian team up and share their lifetime of knowledge and skill in this powerful new book, ATOMIC GOLF. Their numerous accomplishments and extensive experience led them to develop the concept for the Atomic Gold - a system that joins Michalik's undeniably effective methods of mind-body training with Manavian's unique techniques for creating the perfect golf swing. Be forewarned, this dynamic duo's approach destroys many PGA-perpetuated myths about the way golf is played and won! Michalik and Manavian firmly believe that a clear mind, a fit body and correct technique are equally important to success. The Atomic Gold System trains you to attain all three. Its method compresses the time, energy and training that it would normally take you to improve your game and propels you years' ahead without the detours or dead ends found with traditional instruction. You will be a better, more powerful golfer in a shorter period of time. This comprehensive guide to the psychological, physical, and technical aspects of learning to play golf to your full potential is clearly laid out with a section on each.

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Anyone who feels more tired than they should and winds up feeling fuzzy headed from eating so-called energy foods, will likely benefit from the several supplements that boost energy levels, which are discussed in this User's Guide. Coenzyme Q10, alpha-lipoic acid, and carnitine are vitamin-like nutrients, not stimulants. They work by helping the body burn the foods consumed for sustained energy. This User's Guide also offers eating tips to help readers maintain high energy levels and to avoid feeling tired after meals.

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Readers who are professional athletes, weight lifters, sports enthusiasts or people who are just beginning to work out, have all probably thought about using supplements to enhance training and prevent injuries. But one look at the supplement section at the health food store or at the gym may have caused second thoughts. There are so many sports supplements available today: protein powders, amino acids for muscle building, fat-burner nutrients and so on. You may have wondered do I really need to take supplements? Which ones should I take? And how do I know the good ones from the not-so-good ones? This book will help sort through the array of sports supplements and come up with a supplement regime to fit one's specific needs and goals. For the active person it is vital to maintain good nutrient intake to avoid basic nutritional deficiencies to help prevent injuries to promote the health of specific body systems and for training goals such as building muscle mass or burning fat. The SPORTS SUPPLEMENT BUYER'S GUIDE provides a unique integrated approach to supplementation for athletes. The book: · Stresses the importance of eating a healthy diet of whole foods · Outlines the essential nutrients for building a strong body · Details the supplements required for specific fitness goals: fat loss muscle building increased endurance and hormone control · Gives advice on selecting buying and taking supplements in order to reap the most benefits. · Provides supplement programs tailored to specific sports.

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This is the essential guide answering all of the key questions about every different kind of major bodywork therapy, including Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais Method, Reflexology, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy and more.

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The Organic Food Handbook examines an important trend and provides a concise, easy-to-follow guide to eating and buying organic food. It clearly explains what organic food is and how it is produced, and where to buy it at the most economical prices. The book, also, covers: how conventional food poses threats to our health and environment; why organic is a healthier, safer choice for us all; how organic certification ensure that organic food is produced to the highest standards; and, how the high costs of conventional foods are hidden in the subsidies we support. As this book shows, organic food clearly benefits our personal health as well as the environment. Eating organic contributes to a more sustainable world and a healthier future.

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In a completely revised and updated edition of his best-selling book, Marty Tuley presents a direct, unique, lifestyle-changing programme for weight-loss success for the average person, whom he knows doesn't have a lot of time or energy to waste. The Get Off Your Ass! (GOYA) programme is comprised of three core parts, or 'laps': Education, Exercise, and Nutrition.

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This book is designed to help readers and their families stay healthy from the moment of birth. It makes it easy to keep track of personal and family medical histories, and includes immunisation charts, recommended schedules for health screenings and checkups, and comprehensive information on nutrients. There is a section for recording visits to doctors, dentists, ophthalmologists, and other healthcare professionals.

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Covering a wide range of popular alternative medicine and health issues, User's Guides are written by leading experts and science writers and are designed to answer the consumer's basic questions about disease, conventional and alternative therapies, and individual dietary supplements.

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According to the authors, fibre is not the simple roughage it was once thought to be and it does not come alone. Found in plant foods, fibre is a complex substance and in whole foods it is always accompanied by a number of nutrients, from antioxidants, essential oils, minerals, and proteins, to vitamins and beyond. This book spells out exactly why good health depends on fibre's presence in everyone's diet.

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Overweight and obesity have now reached epidemic proportions. However, this guide will teach you how to sort through all the fads and supplements and successfully lose weight. Dr. Dallas Clouatre cuts through the conflicting and confusing information about weight-loss diets and supplements, providing clear advice about what works - the foods and supplements for losing weight and keeping it off.

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Sickness makes people turn inward and become more self-oriented, and chronic debilitating illness robs them of their ability to enjoy life to its fullest. This expansive book of commonsense rules for a healthy life offers practical information and tools for health-conscious people who are not in optimal health but wish to be.

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In his twenty-five years as a homoeopathic lecturer, Vinton McCabe has taught thousands of medical professionals and laypersons alike both the philosophy and practice of homoeopathic medicine. Through his books on the subject, he has reached many more, giving his readers both the tenets of homoeopathy as put forth originally by Samuel Hahnermann more than two hundred years ago and his own unique viewpoint on the subject of homoeopathic healing. With The Healing Enigma, McCabe makes use of his full experience of homoeopathy to give a fully rounded assessment of the principles of homoeopathy and the manner in which it is practised today.

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Millions of people suffer in quiet agony, but the right foods and supplements, along with setting the right mood, can help foster sexual intimacy and satisfaction. This User's Guide to Complete Sexual Satisfaction explains the many ways you and your partner can enhance your sexuality and lead more fulfilling lives.

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What is in the water you drink every day? Do you know if you have been swallowing arsenic, hormone disrupters, radon, Giardia lamblia, and cryptosporidium bacteria? Learn how to get your water tested. There are many ways to improve the quality of water coming from your tap. There are water filters, water softeners, bottled water, and sometimes reclaimed water. All the questions and answers about water are here.

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One of the most common questions Dr. Michael A. Smith hears from people is: "I eat a pretty healthy diet. Do I really need to take supplements?" His answer is always a resounding "Yes!" And there is a very good reason. In THE SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID, Dr. Smith covers the many reasons why even the healthiest diets fall short in terms of supplying the optimal amount of nutrients we need not just to survive, but, also, to thrive. However, with such a staggering amount of choices on the market, it's easy to become overwhelmed. That's where THE SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID enters the picture. Like traditional food pyramids that help us design and follow a healthy diet, THE SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID is an educational tool that can be personalised to meet anyone's specific nutritional needs. With its three-tiered plan-foundational, personalisation and optimisation levels-THE SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID helps readers design a nutritional regime that meets their unique needs. Step-by-step instructions and detailed medical quizzes, along with useful information about blood testing, help readers determine the most important nutritional supplements for their bodies-and this becomes an ideal personalised menu from which to choose. Knowing which supplements to take is only half the battle. Purchasing high-quality nutritional supplements in essential for success and, therefore, Dr. Smith covers all of the information readers need to know to be sure they are making the best investment in their health. Written in easy-to-understand language and providing a wealth of vital information, THE SUPPLEMENT PYRAMID will put all the questions to rest so we can each move toward an optimal personalised supplement regime.

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The author explores both ways in which homeopathic remedies are used and the philosophy behind their use in a manner that is at once clear, concise, and entertaining. This is the one book that can answer all of your questions about homeopathic medicine - most important, "Will it work for me?"

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In THE BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DIET, author. Kelly Wright. details Franklin's lifetime and diet principles. Recipes for his favourite foods are followed by sample meal plans and the Appendix contains seventy-five recipes from Thomas Tryon's 1691 book, reputed to be the first vegetarian cookbook ever written. In her genuinely groundbreaking new book on Ben Franklin's superb habits for health and longevity, author, Kelly Wright, points out there's a lot about Franklin you probably don't know, starting with the fact that people's firmly implanted image of him as obese is not at all representative. The more accurate portrait of Franklin on the front cover of this book was painted when the remarkably gifted father of his country-a publisher, statesman, diplomat, scientist, inventor and all-round original creative thinker, a true Renaissance man-was forty-five-years-old and had a tall, lean, muscular physique, the same body he had for most of his life, right into his seventies. Mens sana in corpore sano - a healthy mind in a healthy body-precisely expresses Franklin's core values regarding his person. He firmly believed in and practised, regular exercise-leaping was one of his favourite workouts-and he was rigorously abstemious when it came to food and alcohol. Franklin's long health life was most probably a result of how he chose to live and a case can even be made that, besides his genes and natural brilliance, Benjamin Franklin was able to do so many things so well because of his exceptional style of living. It didn't weight him down and, unlike many in his century; he wasn't walking around in a stupor from excessively heavy meats and fats, not to mention intemperate alcohol consumption. His eating and exercising habits were light-years ahead of his time and when he passed away at eighty-four; his lifespan was almost twice that of his contemporaries. Imagine the ripple effect if Franklin hadn't followed a sober diet and had been a drunk or died of disease at age forty-two like the average man of that time. References, a list of Resources, and an Index complete this cutting-edge book that, beyond diet, presents Franklin's precepts, sage advice and special viewpoint on living.

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More waiting rooms are filled these days with highly informed medical consumers seeking to partner with their doctors. They want to explore all promising treatments, both mainstream and alternative. To physicians, these patients seem needy and demanding. They expect a lot of attention, but are all too quick to question authority and battle doctors for control of their medical treatment. To patients, though, physicians can come off as stodgy, even arrogant. Many patients neglect to mention the alternative treatments they are using for fear of disapproval. Some walk away entirely from mainstream medicine. The unfortunate pattern in each case is the same: miscommunication and missed opportunities. Patients do not receive the best care available to them and doctor-patient relationships fall far short of the caring and mutually satisfying exchanges they could be. HOW TO TALK WITH YOUR DOCTOR is a book for patients and doctors alike. It arms patients with the tools and knowledge they need to communicate better with physicians about using the best high-tech and alternative treatments. At the same time, it helps doctors balance their scepticism of complementary and alternative approaches with open-mindedness. Part One looks at how doctors are trained, what practicing medicine is really like, and why so many physicians still resist non conventional approaches. It also examines at how growing interest in alternative treatments is changing the practice of medicine and how it might change even further-for the better. Part Two offers a blueprint for patients and doctors for maintaining optimal health and dealing with chronic illness. It then explores complementary and conventional options for preventing and treating specific conditions. Separate resource sections for patients and doctors list products, websites, and organizations that can help promote better dialogue and medical collaboration so patients receive the most effective therapies medicine has to offer.

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Reiki is the Japanese word for universal life energy and in this important book authors, Muller and Gunther, explain how this remarkable healing method sends energy through the hands of a practitioner into the body of a receiver. Reiki healing works on all levels: physical, spiritual and emotional. It removes barriers, balances chakras, rebuilds harmony, encourages self-healing to strengthen health and recharge energy and flows in an unlimited quantity. In sum, it is an immeasurable gift. Dr. Mikao Usui rediscovered this lost healing art in the late nineteenth century. After learning that Buddha had the power to heal, he spent years searching for any original Buddhist writings that contained the key to healing. Finally, Usui located the formula, the symbols and the description of how the Buddha healed written down in a 2500-year-old Sanskrit document by one of Buddha's disciples and he set out on a long, successful quest to turn this new-found wisdom from the Buddha into the power to heal. In the Usui system of Reiki, the healing energy effortlessly transmits from one person to another organism through the touch of hands. Reiki hands radiate healing energy at any time, in any place and a person schooled in Reiki is not just a channel for healing, but becomes part of Reiki's universal life energy. The authors have written chapters on the uses of Reiki for people, animals, plants, objects, food and drink, as well as its support for other forms of therapy and healing. There are drawings, photographs and a number of testimonials from those who have been successfully treated with Reiki. In addition, the book contains addresses of where to learn more about Reiki training, a References section listing helpful books and an index.

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With an engaging and easily accessible style, health writer, Victoria Dolby Toews, helps mums navigate their new life after the arrival of a baby. Like a road map to the altered terrain of life once a baby becomes part of the family, LIFE AFTER BABY touches on key aspects of a woman's life to help readers redefine themselves in a healthy way as they adjust to a myriad of post-baby changes - body and soul. Filled with sensible, sound and realistic advice - grounded in the latest research - LIFE AFTER BABY offers an array of down-to-earth tips on addressing issues new mothers grapple with every day, such as: · Losing the baby weight · How to supercharge your nutrition · Fitting exercise into your daily routine · Rediscovering beauty basics · Reviving your passion · Fighting fatigue · Overcoming stress The author's comprehensive guidebook for new - and longtime - mums, LIFE AFTER BABY brings a welcome measure of honesty and sanity to the discussion of how women can rediscover and reclaim their health, their verve and their joie de vivre after a new baby joins their family.

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Accompanied by success stories, this modern, no-holds-barred resource features a proven nutritional program that dispels common diet myths involving the food pyramid, water, low-carbohydrate foods, protein, and much more. Original.

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With this revised and expanded update of the 1982 classic 'The Sugar Trap', Beatrice Trum Hunter, noted writer on food issues, brings us invaluable help for avoiding "the sweetener trap." She exposes facts about today's many sweeteners - from aspartame to stevia, sucralose and xylitol. With careful research and well-weighed advice, Hunter tells why you should limit all added sugars. With awareness, you can do it, despite misleading labeling, sly marketing tactics and vague federal recommendations for sweetener intake that reflect research bias and strong pressures from sweetener interests.

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Baseball is one of the few truly global sports. This book is about how to get your body in better shape to play the best baseball of your life. Eating right, taking the right supplements and engaging in a proper training regimen all contribute to our overall baseball performance. The game of baseball is played with the entire body. No swing or throw comes from one muscle - the whole body is generating movement and in turn creates power or speed. So, the entire body has to be effectively strengthened in order for you to be the best player possible. Balance in a weight-training program is critical to performance and injury prevention. The comprehensive training programme in this book includes the following: · Interval training for proper conditioning · Drills for increasing "baseball speed" · Training schedules for off-season, pre-season, and during season · Baseball-specific weight training The book provides healthy eating tips, in general and also for game days. Sports supplements to enhance baseball performance are discussed; with an emphasis on safety and restorative measures (whirlpools, massages, rehabilitation) may be added to help the athlete reach the highest level of achievement. There's also advice on how athletes can safely gain or lose weight.

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Countless numbers of people turn to their cups of coffee in the mornings to get them going. Caffeine gives them that burst of energy and the mental edge they need to make the most of their day. Others use caffeine to boost sports performance and even as a weight-loss aid. Now, the benefits of coffee are being enhanced-not in another pill, but in that very same cup so many of us enjoy. It's called functional coffee. In this book, readers will discover various blends of java that contain health-promoting and performance-enhancing nutraceuticals.

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World-famous bodybuilder, Steve Michalik - Mr. America, Mr. USA, Mr. Universe - has put a lifetime of knowledge and skill into this powerful new book. His extensive background has led him to develop the concept for his Atomic Fitness System, which utilizes the basic theories of Physics - energy, matter, space, and time - to help people change their physiques in the shorted time possible.

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The information in Healthy Solutions can help readers maintain and enhance their own health. Readers will come to understand how natural medicine views health, disease, and healing. Also, how to interpret the body's reaction to illness, and become familiar with self-care remedies for more than 50 health conditions. Explains how to use homopathic tissue salts for treating symptoms, and how to master the therapeutic uses of herbs, spices, and foods.

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The latest research shows that it is possible to slow down the aging process and reduce the risk of age-related degenerative diseases. In this User's Guide, two leading health writers describe the scientific research and the steps you can take to improve energy levels, sharpen the mind, and turn back the biological clock.

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With Generic Alternatives to Prescription Drugs, consumers will be able to: - Quickly identify generic alternatives to brand-name prescription drugs- Compare high-priced brand drugs to lower-cost generic medicines- Reduce out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs- Learn tips for communicating more effectively with doctors and pharmacists

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This is an easy-to-follow diet for losing weight, stabilizing blood sugar and insulin and reducing the risk of diabetes.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a mysterious illness in which the large intestine fails to function normally. Its causes are not fully understood and treatments have often been ineffective. Now Jonathan Berkowitz uses cutting edge research to provide a compelling and effective approach to treating this complex illness. Using the best of conventional and natural therapies the author shows how an individualised programme - treating all the underlying causes - is the best way to heal IBS. · Food allergies and intolerances can aggravate IBS symptoms but changing your diet and including more fibre can bring relief · The severity of IBS is greatly affected by the emotions so psychological interventions including stress reduction may provide a great deal of relief for those with IBS · A number of vitamins minerals and herbs have proved remarkably effective in relieving the discomfort of irritable bowel · There are safe alternatives to drugs. Alternative therapies such as acupuncture biofeedback and hypnotherapy can provide effective natural approaches to IBS · Research has found that starting an exercise programme can also be of great benefit to those with irritable bowel · Conventional drugs may be necessary for symptom relief so the author alerts you to the pros and cons of a wide array of pharmaceuticals

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Normal breathing indoors and outside may also involve inhaling PCBs, soot, ozone, formaldehyde, radon, radiation, or asbestos fibrils, among other substances. This book is important reading for everyone who wants to know how air quality relates to health and how it can be improved in their personal environments.

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Millions of people suffer from chronic depression, and millions more cope with "down days." But diet, natural light, and many supplements can improve mood and well-being. This User's Guide to Natural Remedies for Depression describes the easy steps you can take to improve your mood and conquer depression.

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In the months following the September 11 attacks, world leaders began a flurry of attempts to muzzle the press. Some governments prevented journalists from covering anti-US demonstrations or criticizing US policies. Others opportunistically adopted the rhetoric of the war on terrorism to justify repressive measures against the media. Still other leaders took a cue from the tactics used by the US military in Afghanistan to keep the press away from the battlefield.

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Building on the tremendous interest in health, alternative medicine, and nutritional supplementation, the User's Guide to Nutritional Supplements Series is designed to answer the consumer's basic questions about diseases, conventional and alternative therapies, and individual dietary supplements.Written by leading experts and science writers, The User's Guide to Nutritional Supplements Series covers a range of popular alternative medicine and health issues, including specific major diseases, alternative therapies, and vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other nutritional supplements.The User's Guide to Vitamins & Minerals explains how these remarkable nutrients can make a big difference in your health.

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Our bodies need the right amount of blood flow to keep our hearts pumping, our legs moving and our brains functioning. Good circulation is clearly critical to our existence. Over our lifetime, our veins absorb a lot of wear and tear - excess weight, sedentary lifestyles, dietary indiscretions, pregnancy and other factors can cause veins to swell and bulge, break and leak, while contributing to spider and varicose veins, haemorrhoids, leg ulcers and many other vein problems. By middle age, half of us will manifest some type of vein condition. Standard treatments include lubricants, warm baths and other less effective procedures or laser surgery and sclerotherapy injections, which, although highly successful, come with side effects. Yet a safe, natural and effective solution is right under our nose. In the rind of the trillions of sweet oranges we consume each year, there is a little known vein-protecting, anti-inflammatory bioflavonoid called diosmin. Backed by clinical research, this citrus bioflavonoid has been recommended by European doctors to treat circulatory and vascular conditions for more than thirty years! HEALTH BENEFITS DERIVED FROM SWEET ORANGES discusses the eight most common vein complications: varicose veins, haemorrhoids, diabetes, leg ulcers, ankle swelling, capillary fragility, leg cramps and phlebitis (inflammation of a vein) For each condition the reader will learn what causes it, what damages it inflicts on the vein, its physical signs and symptoms and nitty-gritty details from clinical studies proving the diosmin promotes strong veins, healthy legs and sound circulation.

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