Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
Fitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology
Klaus Wolff|Richard C. Johnson|Arturo Saavedra|Ellen K. Roh
The book is a comprehensive visual guide to dermatology, featuring over 1,000 high-quality color photographs paired with concise, practical text on the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of skin diseases and disorders. It serves as a quick-reference tool for clinicians, with a focus on clinical points and easy accessibility to information for effective diagnosis and patient care.
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Get Me Out of Here
My Recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder
Rachel Reiland
The book is a memoir that chronicles the author's intense emotional struggles and experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), detailing her journey through therapy and the challenges she faces in her path to recovery. It provides an intimate look at the process of healing and the impact of BPD on personal relationships and self-perception.
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21-Day Weight Loss Kickstart
Boost Metabolism, Lower Cholesterol, and Dramatically Improve Your Health
Neal D BarnardMD
The book provides a three-week plant-based diet plan designed to help individuals jumpstart their weight loss, improve metabolism, and lower cholesterol levels. It includes meal plans, recipes, and advice on making dietary changes, along with information on the health benefits of a vegan diet.
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Disconnected Kids
The Groundbreaking Brain Balance Program for Children with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Disorders
Robert Melillo
The book presents a comprehensive program designed to address neurological disorders in children, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, by improving brain connectivity and function. It offers practical exercises, dietary guidelines, and lifestyle changes aimed at balancing the brain's hemispheres and enhancing overall neurological development.
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Food Can Fix It
The Superfood Switch to Fight Fat, Defy Aging, and Eat Your Way Healthy
Mehmet C. Oz
The book presents a guide to using food as a tool for improving health, advocating for the consumption of nutrient-rich superfoods to combat obesity, slow down the aging process, and enhance overall wellness. It includes dietary advice, recipes, and meal plans designed to optimize health outcomes through informed food choices.
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Did Not Finish
Misadventures in Running, Cycling and Swimming
George Mahood
The book is a humorous and candid account of the author's experiences with various endurance sports, detailing the challenges, failures, and unexpected events he encounters while participating in running, cycling, and swimming events. It explores the concept of not finishing races (DNF - Did Not Finish) and the lessons learned from those experiences.
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A Really Good Day
How Microdosing Made a Mega Difference in My Mood, My Marriage, and My Life
Ayelet Waldman
The book chronicles the author's personal experiment with microdosing LSD as a treatment for her mood disorders, detailing the profound impact it had on her emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life. It provides an intimate look at the controversial practice of microdosing, including its effects and the legal and ethical questions it raises.
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Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors
Overcoming Internal Self-Alienation
Janina Fisher
The book presents a comprehensive approach to treating complex trauma, focusing on the concept of internal disconnection and the fragmentation of the self that often results from traumatic experiences. It offers therapeutic strategies for helping clients to recognize and integrate these fragmented parts, using techniques that promote healing, self-compassion, and the reclamation of a cohesive sense of identity.
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Back in Control
A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain, 2nd Edition
David Hanscom
The book provides a comprehensive approach to understanding the underlying causes of chronic pain and offers a series of non-surgical tools and techniques designed to help individuals overcome their pain. It emphasizes the importance of addressing psychological and emotional factors as part of a holistic treatment plan.
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The Hormone Fix
Burn Fat Naturally, Boost Energy, Sleep Better, and Stop Hot Flashes, the Keto-Green Way
Anna Cabeca
The book provides a comprehensive guide to balancing hormones and improving overall health for women, particularly those in perimenopause or menopause, through a combination of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and natural remedies. It emphasizes a ketogenic diet with an alkaline focus, known as the Keto-Green approach, to help women lose weight, enhance their energy levels, sleep better, and reduce symptoms like hot flashes.
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