Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
What Doesn't Kill Us
How Freezing Water, Extreme Altitude, and Environmental Conditioning Will Renew Our Lost Evolutionary Strength
Scott Carney
The book explores the potential health benefits of exposing the body to extreme conditions such as cold and high altitudes, drawing on scientific research and the author's personal experiences with the Wim Hof Method. It delves into how such environmental stressors can strengthen the immune system, increase energy levels, and help individuals tap into their evolutionary resilience.
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The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous
Bill Wilson|Bob Smith
The book outlines the original Twelve Steps program for recovery from alcoholism, offering guidance and stories meant to help individuals achieve and maintain sobriety. It also includes personal testimonials from people who have struggled with addiction, illustrating the challenges and successes encountered on the path to recovery.
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The PCOD - Thyroid Book
Rujuta Diwekar
The book provides insights into managing Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) and thyroid disorders through lifestyle and dietary changes. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's body, using traditional Indian wisdom, and making informed choices about exercise, sleep, and nutrition to restore hormonal balance.
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Forks Over Knives
The Plant-Based Way to Health. The #1 New York Times Bestseller
Gene Stone, Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr.MD, T. Colin Campbell
The book presents the case for a whole-food, plant-based diet as a means to prevent and reverse chronic diseases, based on the research and experiences of its contributors. It includes nutritional information, scientific evidence, and practical advice, along with recipes to help readers adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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Operation Ironman
One Man's Four Month Journey from Hospital Bed to Ironman Triathlon
George Mahood
The book chronicles the author's inspiring recovery from a major back surgery to completing an Ironman triathlon within four months. It details his determination, the challenges he faced, and the physical and mental preparation required to achieve such a demanding athletic feat.
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Full Catastrophe Living
Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness
Jon Kabat-Zinn
The book provides a comprehensive guide to mindfulness meditation and its application in managing stress, pain, and illness through the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. It offers practical advice, scientific explanations, and personal stories to help readers cultivate a more mindful, healthy, and balanced approach to life's challenges.
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The Longevity Diet
‘How to live to 100 . . . Longevity has become the new wellness watchword . . . nutrition is the key’ VOGUE
Valter Longo
The book presents a comprehensive dietary plan based on scientific research aimed at promoting longevity and reducing the risk of age-related diseases. It emphasizes a plant-based diet, periodic fasting, and informed nutritional choices to improve overall health and extend lifespan.
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The Beauty in Breaking
A Memoir
Michele Harper
The memoir recounts the experiences of an African American emergency room physician navigating the challenges of her profession while healing from her personal trauma and broken marriage. It explores themes of resilience, compassion, and the transformative power of self-recovery amidst the brokenness of both her patients and her own life.
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You Can Drop It!
How I Dropped 100 Pounds Enjoying Carbs, Cocktails & Chocolate–And You Can Too!
Ilana Muhlstein M.S. R.D.N.
The book provides a weight loss program that emphasizes a flexible approach to dieting, allowing for the enjoyment of carbohydrates, alcohol, and sweets while still achieving significant weight loss. It includes personal anecdotes, motivational advice, nutritional guidance, and practical strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle without feeling deprived.
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Dirty Genes
A Breakthrough Program to Treat the Root Cause of Illness and Optimize Your Health
Ben Lynch ND.
The book explores the concept of genetic predispositions to various health issues and how environmental factors, diet, and lifestyle can influence gene expression. It provides strategies for readers to identify their own genetic weaknesses and offers a personalized approach to optimizing health by cleaning up their diet, reducing environmental toxins, and improving lifestyle choices.
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