Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Big Book: The Original 1939 Edition
Bill W.
The book outlines the foundational principles and steps of a program designed to help individuals overcome alcoholism through personal growth, spiritual development, and mutual support. It includes personal stories of recovery, providing both guidance and hope for those struggling with addiction.
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The Stress Solution
The 4 Steps to a Calmer, Happier, Healthier You
Rangan Chatterjee
The book provides a practical guide to managing stress through a holistic four-step approach that includes making adjustments to the way you eat, sleep, move, and relax. It offers actionable advice, simple exercises, and tips that aim to improve physical health, mental well-being, and overall life satisfaction by addressing the root causes of stress.
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Mrs D is Going Without
A Memoir
Lotta Dann
The memoir chronicles a woman's personal journey through alcohol addiction and her decision to embrace sobriety. It candidly explores the challenges she faces in a society saturated with drinking culture, and her transformation as she reclaims control over her life.
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Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies
American Diabetes Association ADA
The book provides practical advice and step-by-step guidance for individuals with type 2 diabetes to manage their condition effectively, covering topics such as diet, exercise, medication, and blood sugar monitoring. It also offers tips for dealing with the emotional aspects of the disease and strategies for preventing complications.
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At Last A Life
Paul David
The book provides personal insights and strategies for overcoming anxiety and panic disorders, drawing from the author's own experiences. It offers guidance on how to break free from the cycle of fear and recover naturally without relying on medication or traditional therapy.
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When Rabbit Howls
Truddi Chase
The book is a harrowing autobiography of a woman living with Dissociative Identity Disorder, chronicling her experiences and the emergence of 92 distinct personalities as a result of severe childhood abuse. It delves into her therapy sessions, revealing the complex inner world of her multiple selves as they work towards healing and integration.
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Detour from Normal
Ken Dickson
The memoir recounts the author's harrowing experience with a sudden mental health crisis following routine surgery, which leads to his involuntary commitment to a psychiatric facility. It explores the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the impact on his family, and his journey to regain his sanity and rebuild his life.
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Bearing the Unbearable
Love, Loss, and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief
Joanne Cacciatore
The book delves into the complex emotional journey of grief after losing a loved one, offering compassionate insights and personal stories to help readers navigate their pain. It provides guidance on how to cope with the overwhelming feelings of loss and find a way toward healing through the transformative power of love and connection.
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Choose to Lose
The 7-Day Carb Cycle Solution
Chris Powell
The book presents a diet plan that alternates between low-carb and high-carb days to boost metabolism and burn fat. It includes meal plans, recipes, and exercise routines designed to help individuals lose weight effectively while maintaining muscle mass.
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Eat for Life
The Breakthrough Nutrient-Rich Program for Longevity, Disease Reversal, and Sustained Weight Loss
Joel Fuhrman
The book advocates for a nutrient-dense, plant-rich eating style, emphasizing foods with high micronutrient scores to promote health, longevity, and natural weight loss. It provides scientific explanations, meal plans, and recipes to help readers adopt a lifestyle that can reverse disease and improve overall well-being.
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