Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Acupuncture Points Handbook
A Patient's Guide to the Locations and Functions of over 400 Acupuncture Points
Deborah Bleecker
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to the locations and functions of more than 400 acupuncture points, providing detailed descriptions and illustrations for patients to understand how these points can be used in traditional Chinese medicine for healing various ailments. It also includes practical information on how acupuncture works and tips for those seeking acupuncture treatment.
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The New Sugar Busters!
Cut Sugar to Trim Fat
H. Leighton Steward|Morrison Bethea Md|Sam Andrews Md|Luis Balart Md
The book advocates for a low-sugar diet to promote weight loss and improve health, arguing that sugar consumption is a primary cause of obesity and chronic diseases. It provides dietary guidelines, recipes, and meal plans to help readers reduce sugar intake and choose healthier carbohydrates.
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The New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet
Rev Your Metabolism and Improve Your Health with the Latest Science of Weight Loss
Arthur Agatston
The book provides an updated version of the South Beach Diet, incorporating principles of the ketogenic diet to enhance fat-burning and promote weight loss. It offers guidance on low-carb, high-fat eating plans, recipes, and lifestyle tips based on the latest nutritional science to improve metabolism and overall health.
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Feast Without Fear
Food and the Delay, Don't Deny Lifestyle
Gin Stephens
The book provides insights into personalizing one's intermittent fasting journey by understanding the science of food choices and their impact on health. It offers guidance on how to enjoy a variety of foods while maintaining the benefits of the "Delay, Don't Deny" eating pattern.
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Drop Acid
The Surprising New Science of Uric Acid—The Key to Losing Weight, Controlling Blood Sugar, and Achieving Extraordinary Health
David Perlmutter
The book explores the role of uric acid in various health issues, including obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disorders, arguing that managing uric acid levels can lead to significant health benefits. It provides scientific insights, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle changes aimed at reducing uric acid to improve overall well-being.
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The Power of When
Discover Your Chronotype--and the Best Time to Eat Lunch, Ask for a Raise, Have Sex, Write a Novel, Take Your Meds, and More
Michael Breus
The book introduces the concept of chronotypes, which categorize individuals based on their natural sleep patterns and energy fluctuations throughout the day. It provides tailored advice on how to schedule daily activities—from work to personal life—according to one's chronotype for optimal performance and well-being.
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The DASH Diet Action Plan
Proven to Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Without Medication
Marla Heller
The book provides a comprehensive guide to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, including meal plans, recipes, and strategies for implementing the diet into daily life. It focuses on reducing sodium intake and increasing consumption of nutrients like potassium, calcium, and magnesium to help lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
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The Night Shift
Real Life in the Heart of the E.R.
Brian Goldman
The book provides an intimate look into the high-pressure world of emergency medicine, sharing the author's experiences and the challenging decisions faced by ER doctors. It reveals the emotional and ethical dilemmas that emerge during life-and-death situations in a busy urban hospital.
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Soul Speak ~ The Language of Your Body
Julia Cannon
The book explores the concept that our bodies communicate with us through symptoms and ailments, which are messages from our soul indicating areas of our lives that may need attention or change. It provides guidance on how to interpret these signals and offers tools for healing and personal growth by understanding the deeper emotional and spiritual meanings behind physical manifestations.
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Mindless Eating
Why We Eat More Than We Think
Brian Wansink Ph.d.
The book explores the hidden influences that lead to overeating, such as environmental cues, packaging, and social factors. It provides insights and research on how to make better food choices and eat less without relying on willpower or conscious control.
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