Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Spoon-Fed
Why almost everything we’ve been told about food is wrong, by the #1 bestselling author of Food for Life
Tim Spector
The book challenges conventional wisdom and myths surrounding nutrition, dieting, and health, drawing on scientific studies and the author's expertise as an epidemiologist. It advocates for a more personalized approach to eating, emphasizing the complexity of individual responses to different foods and the importance of gut microbiome diversity.
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The Big Fat Surprise
Why Butter, Meat and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet
Nina Teicholz
The book challenges the conventional wisdom on dietary fat, arguing that saturated fats, like those found in butter, meat, and cheese, have been unfairly demonized and are an essential part of a healthy diet. It delves into scientific research and historical data to suggest that low-fat diets may have contributed to the rise in obesity and related health issues.
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Natural Born Heroes
Mastering the Lost Secrets of Strength and Endurance
Christopher McDougall
The book explores the feats of Cretan resistance fighters during World War II, using their story as a backdrop to delve into the ancient techniques and training methods that can unlock extraordinary fitness and endurance. It combines historical narrative with modern insights into nutrition, exercise, and the body's hidden abilities.
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Livingood Daily
Your 21-Day Guide to Experience Real Health
Livingood
The book provides a 21-day program focused on natural health and wellness, incorporating daily actions, nutrition advice, and lifestyle changes aimed at improving overall health. It includes practical steps, recipes, and exercises designed to help readers reduce inflammation, increase energy, and promote healing in their bodies.
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The Center Cannot Hold
My Journey Through Madness
Elyn R. Saks
The memoir recounts the personal story of a woman living with schizophrenia, detailing her struggles with the mental illness from early signs to her life as a successful law professor. It provides an intimate look at her experiences with psychosis, hospitalizations, and her journey towards managing her condition while pursuing an academic career.
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Phlebotomy
Inc. BarCharts
The book serves as a concise reference guide for phlebotomy, providing key information on the procedures, techniques, and equipment used in blood collection. It includes detailed charts and graphics to aid in the understanding of phlebotomy practices, safety protocols, and patient care.
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Keto Diet For Dummies
Rami Abramov
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to the ketogenic diet, providing readers with meal plans, recipes, and tips for successfully adhering to a low-carb, high-fat eating regimen. It also explains the science behind ketosis, how to track macros, and ways to avoid common pitfalls while transitioning to and maintaining a keto lifestyle.
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Paleo For Beginners
John Caruso
The book serves as an introductory guide to the Paleo diet, outlining its principles, benefits, and providing a step-by-step plan for transitioning to this way of eating. It includes recipes, meal plans, and tips to help beginners adopt a Paleo lifestyle and understand the foods they should focus on and avoid.
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Rewire Your Anxious Brain
How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry
Catherine M. Pittman|Elizabeth M. Karle
The book explores the neurological underpinnings of anxiety, distinguishing between the amygdala-based and cortex-based anxiety responses. It provides readers with science-backed strategies and cognitive exercises to manage and reduce anxiety by rewiring the brain's fearful responses.
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Chasing Excellence
A Story About Building the World’s Fittest Athletes
Ben Bergeron
The book provides insights into the coaching philosophy and methods used by Ben Bergeron to train elite CrossFit athletes, focusing on mindset, character, and the pursuit of excellence. It outlines principles for success, including goal setting, mental toughness, and the importance of habits and consistency in achieving peak performance.
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