Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Undo It!
How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases
Dean Ornish|Anne Ornish
The book presents a comprehensive lifestyle program that claims to prevent, manage, and reverse chronic diseases by focusing on four key areas: a whole-foods, plant-based diet; regular physical activity; stress management techniques like yoga and meditation; and the importance of love and social connections. It provides scientific evidence, practical steps, and personal stories to support the effectiveness of these lifestyle changes in improving health and well-being.
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A Happier Hour
Rebecca Weller
The book chronicles the personal journey of a woman who confronts her problematic relationship with alcohol and embarks on a quest for sobriety and self-discovery. It explores the challenges and triumphs she experiences as she seeks to replace her nightly drinking habit with healthier routines and a more fulfilling life.
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Twelve Patients
Life and Death at Bellevue Hospital (The Inspiration for the NBC
Eric Manheimer
The book presents a series of twelve poignant patient stories, each reflecting the complex medical, social, and ethical challenges faced by the doctors and staff at America's oldest public hospital, Bellevue. It delves into the personal narratives that highlight the broader issues of healthcare, poverty, immigration, and the human experience in the face of illness and recovery.
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The Herbal Apothecary
100 Medicinal Herbs and How to Use Them
JJ Pursell
The book provides detailed profiles of 100 medicinal herbs, covering their history, medicinal uses, and how to cultivate them. It also offers guidance on how to prepare and apply herbal remedies for various health conditions.
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French Women Don't Get Fat
Mireille Guiliano
The book offers a perspective on why French women tend to maintain their slim figures despite enjoying rich foods, attributing it to a balanced approach to diet that emphasizes quality over quantity, pleasure in eating, and incorporating simple lifestyle changes. It provides practical advice, recipes, and tips on how to eat for pleasure while staying healthy and avoiding weight gain.
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The Mcdougall Program for Maximum Weight Loss
John A. McDougall
The book advocates for a low-fat, starch-based diet to promote significant weight loss and improve overall health. It provides meal plans, recipes, and guidelines for adopting a plant-based lifestyle to achieve sustainable weight management.
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Bright Spots & Landmines
The Diabetes Guide I Wish Someone Had Handed Me
Adam Brown
The book provides practical advice and personal insights on managing diabetes, focusing on four key areas: food, mindset, exercise, and sleep. It offers tips and strategies for overcoming common challenges and improving blood sugar levels, based on the author's own experiences and research.
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My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward
A Memoir
Mark Lukach
The memoir recounts a husband's journey as he navigates the complexities of mental illness after his wife's sudden psychotic break. It delves into the challenges of caregiving, the impact on their marriage, and the resilience of love amidst the trials of psychiatric emergencies and ongoing treatment.
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The Rise of the Ultra Runners
A Journey to the Edge of Human Endurance
Adharanand Finn
The book delves into the world of ultra-running, exploring the grueling challenges and unique culture of this extreme sport through the author's personal journey from novice to seasoned competitor. It provides insights into what drives individuals to run vast distances and the transformative experiences they encounter along the way.
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Earthing
The Most Important Health Discovery Ever!
Clinton Ober|Stephen T Sinatra|Martin Zucker
The book explores the concept of "earthing" or "grounding," which involves connecting the human body directly to the Earth's surface energies. It presents the idea that this connection can improve health by reducing inflammation and stress, improving sleep, and offering a natural form of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory treatment.
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