Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Blackout
Remembering the Things I Drank to Forget
Sarah Hepola
The memoir recounts the author's journey through alcohol addiction, chronicling her experiences with blackouts and the impact of her drinking on her personal and professional life. It explores her path to recovery, self-discovery, and the struggle to rebuild her identity without alcohol.
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Why We Get Fat
And What to Do About It
Gary Taubes
The book presents the argument that obesity is primarily caused by the body's hormonal responses to certain types of food, particularly carbohydrates, rather than simply by consuming more calories than are expended. It challenges conventional wisdom on diet and weight loss, advocating for a low-carb, high-fat diet as a more effective way to control weight and improve health.
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Alkaline Herbal Medicine
Reverse Disease And Heal The Electric Body
Aqiyl Aniys
The book provides a comprehensive guide to using a plant-based diet and alkaline herbs to improve health and promote healing within the body. It includes detailed information on various herbs, their medicinal properties, and how they can be used to balance the body's pH levels and support an electric, or bio-energetic, lifestyle.
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Lies My Doctor Told Me Second Edition
Medical Myths That Can Harm Your Health
Ken D. BerryMD
The book challenges conventional medical advice and exposes potential misinformation or outdated practices that may be detrimental to health. It encourages readers to question medical dogmas and advocates for a more informed and individualized approach to health and nutrition.
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Eat And Run
My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness
Scott Jurek|Steve Friedman
The book chronicles the personal story of an elite ultramarathon runner, detailing his transition from a meat-eating background to a plant-based diet and how this change impacted his athletic performance. It combines memoir-style storytelling with running advice, nutritional tips, and recipes that have fueled his success in grueling endurance races.
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Healing Back Pain
The Mind-Body Connection
John E. Sarno
The book presents the theory that many types of chronic back pain are rooted in psychological factors rather than structural abnormalities. It introduces the concept of Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS) and offers a program for overcoming pain through recognizing and addressing repressed emotions.
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Not a Diet Book
Take Control. Gain Confidence. Change Your Life.
James Smith
The book offers a no-nonsense approach to fitness and nutrition, debunking common diet myths and providing practical advice for making sustainable lifestyle changes. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the science of weight loss, building confidence, and creating a personalized plan for long-term health and fitness success.
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The Wahls Protocol
A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles
Terry Wahls|Eve Adamson
The book presents a dietary and lifestyle program designed by Dr. Terry Wahls to combat autoimmune conditions by leveraging the principles of the Paleo diet, emphasizing the importance of nutrient-rich foods and eliminating processed foods. It includes detailed guidance on the types of foods to eat, recipes, and a plan to reduce inflammation and promote overall health through diet and lifestyle changes.
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How Not to Diet
The Groundbreaking Science of Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss
Michael Greger
The book presents a comprehensive review of the scientific evidence behind weight loss, debunking common diet myths and advocating for a whole-food, plant-based diet. It offers practical advice on how to make sustainable dietary changes, emphasizing the importance of nutrition and lifestyle over short-term diets for long-term health and weight management.
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Dopamine Nation
Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence
Anna Lembke
The book explores the concept of dopamine-driven pleasure in the modern world, examining how the pursuit of instant gratification has led to widespread addiction and unhappiness. It offers insights into the neuroscience of addiction and provides strategies for individuals to restore balance by moderating their consumption of various stimuli and fostering genuine human connections.
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