Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Sacred Woman
A Guide to Healing the Feminine Body, Mind, and Spirit
Queen Afua
The book offers a holistic approach to women's physical and spiritual wellness, drawing on ancient African teachings to empower women through diet, physical exercises, meditation, and rituals. It provides a comprehensive program aimed at healing and nurturing the body, mind, and spirit, encouraging women to connect with their inner wisdom and ancestral heritage.
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Medical Medium Cleanse to Heal
Healing Plans for Sufferers of Anxiety, Depression, Acne, Eczema, Lyme, Gut Problems, Brain Fog, Weight Issues, Migraines, Bloating, Vertigo, Psoriasis
Anthony William
The book provides detailed guidance on how to cleanse and heal the body using specific dietary and lifestyle interventions, targeting a range of health issues. It includes meal plans, recipes, and advice on supplements and foods that are purported to detoxify the body and support healing.
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Never Binge Again
Glenn Livingston
The book provides psychological strategies to combat binge eating by changing how one thinks about food, using a unique approach that involves creating an internal "Food Demon" to personify cravings and negative food-related behaviors. It offers practical techniques and a structured plan to help readers adhere to their chosen diets and establish healthier eating habits.
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The Plant Paradox
The Hidden Dangers in "Healthy" Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain
Steven R. Gundry
The book argues that certain plant-based foods, particularly those containing lectins, can be harmful to health by triggering inflammatory responses and contributing to weight gain and chronic diseases. It provides dietary recommendations for avoiding these lectins, including a list of foods to eat and those to avoid, along with meal plans and recipes.
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Bigger Leaner Stronger
The Simple Science of Building the Ultimate Male Body
Michael Matthews
The book provides a fitness and nutrition guide aimed at men, focusing on evidence-based strategies for building muscle, losing fat, and gaining strength without spending excessive time in the gym or adhering to restrictive diets. It covers workout routines, dietary advice, and debunking common fitness myths to help readers achieve their physique goals efficiently.
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Fast. Feast. Repeat.
The Comprehensive Guide to Delay, Don't Deny Intermittent Fasting--Including the 28-Day FAST Start
Gin Stephens
The book provides a detailed exploration of intermittent fasting, offering strategies, science-backed benefits, and personal anecdotes to guide readers through the process. It includes a 28-day kickstart plan with tips for success, potential challenges, and advice on how to incorporate fasting into various lifestyles for sustainable weight loss and health improvement.
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Do No Harm
Stories of Life, Death and Brain Surgery
Henry Marsh
The book is a memoir that provides an intimate look into the world of neurosurgery, sharing the author's experiences with the triumphs, dilemmas, and moral complexities of brain surgery. It recounts real patient cases, reflecting on the challenges and the heavy burden of responsibility that a neurosurgeon bears.
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Brain on Fire
My Month of Madness
Susannah Cahalan
The book recounts the author's struggle with a rare autoimmune disease, anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, which caused her to experience severe hallucinations, paranoia, and seizures. It details her journey from misdiagnosis to recovery, shedding light on the complexities of her condition and the impact it had on her life and those around her.
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This Naked Mind
Transform your life and empower yourself to drink less or even quit alcohol with this practical how to guide rooted in science to boost your wellbeing
Annie Grace
The book offers a psychological and scientific examination of the impact of alcohol on the brain and body, challenging societal norms around drinking. It provides readers with strategies to change their relationship with alcohol, aiming to empower them to reduce their consumption or achieve sobriety through a mindful and conscious approach.
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Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine
550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments
Andrew Chevallier
The book provides detailed profiles of 550 medicinal herbs, including their history, uses, and scientific evidence for their health benefits. It also offers practical advice on cultivating, harvesting, and using herbs to treat common ailments through homemade remedies.
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