Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
What the Fork Are You Eating?
An Action Plan for Your Pantry and Plate
Stefanie Sacks
The book provides an exposé on the food industry, revealing hidden toxins in everyday foods and offering practical advice on healthier eating habits. It includes an action plan with tips for making better food choices, understanding food labels, and revamping one's pantry to prioritize nutritional value and overall well-being.
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Can't Just Stop
An Investigation of Compulsions
Sharon Begley
The book delves into the nature of compulsive behavior, exploring the psychological mechanisms that drive various compulsions, from everyday habits to more severe manifestations. It examines the fine line between normal compulsion and pathological behavior, providing insights from scientific research and case studies to understand why humans develop these uncontrollable urges.
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The Power of the Downstate
Recharge Your Life Using Your Body's Own Restorative Systems
Sara C. Mednick
The book explores the concept of the "downstate"—the body's natural restorative state, which includes sleep, meditation, and other restful practices. It provides insights and strategies on how to harness this state to improve physical health, enhance mental clarity, and boost overall well-being through a combination of scientific research and practical advice.
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This Naked Mind
Nicotine: The Science-Based Method to Reclaim Your Health and Take Control Easily
Annie Grace|William Porter
The book provides an in-depth look at the science behind nicotine addiction and offers a method for individuals to overcome their dependency on nicotine. It aims to change the reader's perception of smoking and nicotine use, empowering them to break free from addiction without relying on willpower alone.
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Reinventing Medicine
Beyond Mind-Body to a New Era of Healing
Larry Dossey
The book explores the concept of non-local or "distant" healing, suggesting that consciousness and intention can influence health outcomes across space and time. It delves into the integration of spirituality and science, advocating for a holistic approach to medicine that includes the power of prayer, empathy, and interconnectedness in the healing process.
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Relocalizing Health
The Future of Health Care is Local, Open and Independent
Dave Chase|David Contorno|Marilyn Bartlett|Chris Brookfield|Alex Mohseni
The book explores the transformation of healthcare systems towards more localized, transparent, and autonomous models, emphasizing the importance of community-based care and patient empowerment. It discusses innovative approaches to healthcare delivery and financing, aiming to improve outcomes, reduce costs, and increase accessibility and personalization of care.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
AAWS
The book outlines a 12-step program designed to help individuals overcome alcoholism and achieve sobriety through spiritual and moral principles. It includes personal stories of recovery, offering guidance and support for those struggling with addiction.
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25 Lessons in Mindfulness
Now Time for Healthy Living
Rezvan Ameli
The book presents a series of practical exercises and reflections designed to cultivate mindfulness and promote mental well-being. It guides readers through techniques to increase awareness, reduce stress, and enhance emotional resilience in daily life.
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Too Much of a Good Thing
How Four Key Survival Traits Are Now Killing Us
Lee Goldman
The book examines how traits that once ensured human survival, such as craving for food, propensity to store fat, the fight or flight response, and clotting of the blood, have become detrimental in modern society, leading to issues like obesity, diabetes, stress, and heart disease. It explores the evolutionary origins of these traits and discusses the challenges they pose to contemporary health, along with potential strategies for mitigating their harmful effects.
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Yoga Nidra Made Easy
Deep Relaxation Practices to Improve Sleep, Relieve Stress and Boost Energy and Creativity
Uma Dinsmore-Tuli|Nirlipta Tuli
The book provides readers with a comprehensive guide to the practice of Yoga Nidra, a form of guided meditation aimed at inducing deep relaxation. It includes a variety of techniques and exercises designed to improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and enhance energy and creativity through accessible and easy-to-follow instructions.
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