Summaries of books about Health & Fitness:
In My Skin
A Memoir of Addiction
Kate Holden
The memoir recounts the author's descent into heroin addiction and subsequent work in the sex industry in Melbourne, Australia. It candidly explores her struggles, the impact on her life and relationships, and her journey towards recovery and self-acceptance.
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The Wisdom of Menopause
Creating Physical and Emotional Health During the Change
Christiane Northrup
The book provides a comprehensive guide to the physical, emotional, and psychological changes women experience during menopause, offering advice on how to manage symptoms and improve overall health. It combines medical information with holistic and alternative approaches, emphasizing the opportunity for personal growth and transformation during this life stage.
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Drink?
The New Science of Alcohol and Health
Professor David Nutt
The book examines the latest scientific research on alcohol consumption, its effects on health, and the myths surrounding its benefits and harms. It provides evidence-based insights into how alcohol impacts the body and offers guidance on making informed choices about drinking.
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The Healing Self
A Revolutionary New Plan to Supercharge Your Immunity and Stay Well for Life
Deepak Chopra|Rudolph E. Tanzi
The book integrates insights from both scientific research and holistic traditions to present strategies for boosting the immune system and promoting overall health. It offers practical advice on nutrition, stress reduction, and the cultivation of a positive mindset to empower individuals to take control of their well-being and prevent illness.
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Blast the Sugar Out!
Lower Blood Sugar, Lose Weight, Live Better
M.D. Smith, Ian K.
The book provides a five-week plan designed to help individuals reduce sugar intake, improve health, and promote weight loss. It includes strategies for managing cravings, nutritional advice, recipes, and exercise tips to stabilize blood sugar levels and enhance overall well-being.
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SOAP for Family Medicine
Daniel Maldonado
The book provides guidelines and templates for writing SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) notes, which are a standardized method for documenting patient care. It includes clinical cases and examples specifically tailored to family medicine, offering practical advice for medical professionals to efficiently record patient encounters.
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The Miraculous Cure For and Prevention of All Diseases What Doctors Never Learned
Jeff T. Bowles
The book presents the author's perspective on the role of high-dose vitamin D3 in treating and preventing a wide range of diseases, challenging conventional medical wisdom. It outlines personal experiments, anecdotal evidence, and a review of scientific literature to support the claimed health benefits of this approach.
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Cure
A Journey into the Science of Mind Over Body
Jo Marchant
The book explores the connection between the mind and physical health, examining scientific evidence for how thoughts and feelings can influence the body's healing processes. It delves into topics such as the placebo effect, meditation, and the impact of stress and social connections on health.
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Master Your Metabolism
The 3 Diet Secrets to Naturally Balancing Your Hormones for a Hot and Healthy Body!
Jillian Michaels|Mariska Van Aalst
The book provides readers with an understanding of how hormones affect metabolism, weight gain, and overall health, offering a three-part plan that focuses on removing anti-nutrients from the diet, restoring foods that speak directly to fat-burning genes, and rebalancing energy and hormones for optimal metabolism. It combines dietary advice, detailed meal plans, and exercise tips to help individuals achieve a healthier body by managing their hormonal balance.
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The Vital Psoas Muscle
Connecting Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Well-Being
Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones
The book delves into the anatomy and function of the psoas muscle, highlighting its role in physical alignment, flexibility, and strength, as well as its influence on emotional and spiritual well-being. It provides exercises and techniques for maintaining a healthy psoas muscle, which is essential for overall body health and balance.
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