Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Look Me in the Eye
My Life with Asperger's
John Elder Robison
The memoir chronicles the author's life growing up with undiagnosed Asperger's syndrome, detailing his struggles with social cues and his unique perceptions of the world. It also explores his eventual success as an adult in various fields, including engineering sound effects for the band KISS and developing electronic toys.
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The TB12 Method
How to Achieve a Lifetime of Sustained Peak Performance
Tom Brady
The book outlines Tom Brady's holistic approach to sustained peak athletic performance, emphasizing pliability, nutrition, hydration, exercise, and cognitive fitness. It provides readers with practical advice and a detailed regimen for improving physical health, mental toughness, and overall well-being, drawing from Brady's personal experiences and training routines.
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The Healing Power of Essential Oils
Soothe Inflammation, Boost Mood, Prevent Autoimmunity, and Feel Great in Every Way
Eric Zielinski D. C.
The book provides a comprehensive guide to using essential oils for health and wellness, covering their therapeutic benefits, safety guidelines, and a variety of applications for ailments such as inflammation, mood disorders, and autoimmune diseases. It includes recipes and blends for creating personal care and household products, along with protocols for integrating essential oils into daily routines to enhance overall well-being.
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Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN Examination - E-Book
Linda Anne Silvestri
The book provides an extensive review of nursing material and critical thinking strategies, covering all the topics tested on the NCLEX-RN exam. It includes practice questions, test-taking tips, and detailed rationales for both correct and incorrect answers to aid in preparation and review.
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ANYWAY YOU CAN
Doctor Bosworth shares her mom's cancer journey. A Beginners Guide to Ketones for Life
Annette Bosworth
The book chronicles Dr. Bosworth's personal experience with her mother's battle against cancer, exploring the use of a ketogenic diet as a complementary treatment to enhance her mother's quality of life and health outcomes. It serves as an educational guide on the benefits of ketones and how to implement a ketogenic lifestyle for improved well-being.
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Dr. Kellyann's Bone Broth Diet
Lose Up to 15 Pounds, 4 Inches--and Your Wrinkles!--in Just 21 Days
Kellyann Petrucci
The book outlines a weight loss and wellness plan centered around the consumption of bone broth, which is claimed to promote rapid weight loss, improve skin health, and increase energy. It includes a 21-day program with meal plans, recipes, and lifestyle tips to incorporate bone broth into a holistic approach to health.
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Mad Girl
Bryony Gordon
The memoir candidly chronicles the author's struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder, bulimia, and drug dependency, offering a raw and often humorous look at her journey through mental illness and recovery. It delves into the challenges of living with mental health issues while navigating the pressures of work and society.
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With the End in Mind
Dying, Death, and Wisdom in an Age of Denial
Kathryn Mannix
The book is a collection of stories drawn from the author's career as a palliative care specialist, offering insights into the process of dying and the importance of discussing death openly. It aims to demystify the dying process, encourage conversations about end-of-life wishes, and provide guidance on how to live and die well.
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Food Rules
An Eater's Manual
Michael Pollan
The book presents a set of straightforward, memorable guidelines for eating wisely, distilled from a variety of food cultures and dietary research. It emphasizes the benefits of consuming whole foods, eating less, and enjoying meals with a focus on plant-based nutrition.
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Tweak
Growing Up on Methamphetamines
Nic Sheff
The memoir chronicles a young man's harrowing journey through drug addiction, particularly methamphetamine, detailing his repeated attempts at recovery and the impact on his family. It provides an unflinching look at the cycle of relapse and rehabilitation, capturing the psychological and physical toll of substance abuse.
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