Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
The Ghost in My Brain
How a Concussion Stole My Life and How the New Science of Brain Plasticity Helped Me Get it Back
Clark Elliott
The book chronicles the author's debilitating eight-year struggle with the effects of a concussion and his eventual recovery through innovative treatments that harnessed the brain's ability to rewire itself. It provides a personal narrative of his journey, detailing both the cognitive challenges he faced and the breakthroughs in neuroplasticity that contributed to his healing.
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Savor
Mindful Eating, Mindful Life
Thich Nhat Hanh|Lilian Cheung
The book combines mindfulness principles with nutrition and health science to guide readers towards a healthier relationship with food and eating habits. It offers practical steps for developing mindfulness in daily life, which can lead to better food choices, improved well-being, and a more balanced lifestyle.
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No Sweat
How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness
Michelle Segar.
The book presents a science-based approach to redefining the concept of exercise and fitness, emphasizing the importance of finding personalized and enjoyable forms of physical activity to foster long-term motivation. It offers practical strategies for integrating sustainable exercise habits into one's lifestyle by focusing on immediate rewards and intrinsic motivation rather than guilt or obligation.
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Dude, Where's My Stethoscope?
and other stories from the ER
Donovan Gray
The book is a collection of humorous and poignant stories drawn from the author's experiences as an emergency room physician. It offers a candid look at the chaos and compassion found in the ER, reflecting on the human condition and the challenges faced by medical professionals.
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The Wedge
Evolution, Consciousness, Stress and the Key to Human Resilience
Scott Carney
The book explores the concept of "the wedge," a method for individuals to create a space between stimulus and response, thereby gaining control over physiological responses to stress and enhancing resilience. It delves into various techniques and practices, from breathing exercises to cold therapy, that can help people tap into their evolutionary potential for health, performance, and consciousness.
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You What?!
Humorous Stories, Cautionary Tales, and Unexpected Insights About A Career in Medicine
John Chase
The book is a collection of amusing anecdotes, reflective tales, and surprising revelations from the author's experiences in the medical field. It offers readers a candid look at the challenges and joys of being a healthcare professional, with a focus on the lighter side of medicine.
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First Bite
How We Learn to Eat
Bee Wilson
The book explores the development of eating habits from childhood through adulthood, examining how taste preferences are formed and how they can be changed. It delves into the cultural, familial, and psychological factors that influence our relationship with food and offers insights into healthier eating behaviors.
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Aspergers and Adulthood
A Guide to Working, Loving, and Living With Aspergers Syndrome
Blythe N. Grossberg Psy.D
The book provides practical advice and strategies for adults with Asperger's Syndrome to navigate the challenges of working, forming relationships, and living independently. It offers insights into understanding the condition and tips for managing everyday life, from career planning to social interactions.
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Clean Clean, Live (Mainly) Clean, and Unlock Your Body's Natural Ability to Self-Clean
Gin Stephens
The book guides readers on how to adopt a flexible approach to clean living by incorporating mostly clean eating habits and lifestyle choices that enhance the body's natural detoxification processes. It emphasizes the importance of balance and sustainability in health practices, rather than strict adherence to rigid dietary rules.
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DBT Made Simple
A Step-by-Step Guide to Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Sheri Van Dijk
The book provides a practical introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), breaking down its core concepts and strategies into accessible, step-by-step guidance. It includes exercises, case examples, and tools to help therapists effectively integrate DBT techniques into their practice for treating clients with emotional dysregulation or borderline personality disorder.
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