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Women's Health readers strive to better their whole lives. And that's exactly why Women's Health reports on all the topics that interest them. In every issue you'll find topics on success strategies, nutrition, weight loss, health, fitness, special reports, sex & relationship, beauty breakthroughs, and style & fashion.
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The author of the book Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips takes on the crazy sexy subject of what and how we eat, drink, and think. Infused with sass, wit and advice from the trenches, this book is a resource that puts you on the fast track to health, happiness and physical fitness. Along with help from her posse of experts, the author lays out the fundamentals of her crazy sexy diet: a low-glycemic, vegetarian program that emphasizes balancing the pH of the...
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2022.
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English
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For active women, menopause hits hard. Overnight, your body doesn't feel like the one you know and love anymore; you're battling new symptoms, might be gaining weight, losing endurance and strength, and taking longer to bounce back from workouts that used to be easy. The things that have always kept you fit and healthy just seem to stop working the way they used to. But menopause doesn' have to be the end of you kicking ass at the gym, on the trail,...
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2019.
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English
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For more than 5,000 years, "old" has been defined as beginning between the ages of 60 and 70. That means most people alive today will spend more years in elderhood than in childhood, and many will be elders for 40 years or more. Yet at the very moment that humans are living longer than ever before, we've made old age into a disease, a condition to be dreaded, denigrated, neglected, and denied.
Reminiscent of Oliver Sacks, noted Harvard-trained geriatrician...
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Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2005
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vi, 293 p. ; 25 cm.
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English
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At the heart of Healthy Aging is Dr. Weilś belief that although aging is an irreversible process, there are myriad things we can do to keep our minds and bodies in good working order through all phases of life. To that end, he draws on the new science of biogerentology (the biology of aging) as well as on the secrets of healthy longevity--diet, activity, and attitude--that he has gathered first hand from cultures around the world.
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New World Library
Pub. Date
c2006
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xxvii, 307 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.
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English
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From "belly laughs" to "gut reactions," people acknowledge the power and wisdom within our bodyś center every day, yet many women sabotage their bellies with tight clothes and shame. This book demonstrates that by celebrating their centers instead of trying to reshape them, women can tap into their source energy to boost vitality, release stress, spice up sexual pleasure, and unleash creativity. The Woman's Belly Book helps women rejoice in their...
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La Leche League International
Pub. Date
c2002
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xii, 210 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
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English
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"Let him cry it out!" "Are you feeding that baby again?" "Don’t you ever put her down?" Parents of fussy babies hear these kinds of remarks all the time. In fact, they may even ask themselves these questions. Faced with a baby who demands to be held, nursed, and comforted much of the time, new mothers may begin to doubt their own intuition, even as they long for a few hours of uninterrupted sleep. The first edition of THE FUSSY BABY, published in...
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2015.
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Though we talk about wanting to “age gracefully,” the truth is that when it comes to getting older, we’re programmed to dread an inevitable decline: in our health, our looks, our sexual relationships, even the pleasure we take in living life. But as Christiane Northrup, M.D., shows us in this profoundly empowering book, we have it in us to make growing older an entirely different experience, both for our bodies and for our souls. In chapters...
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Running Press
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c2005
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224 p. ; 19 cm.
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English
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Not your typical boring diet book, this is a tart-tongued, no-holds-barred wakeup call to all women who want to be thin. With such blunt advice as, "Soda is liquid Satan" and "You are a total moron if you think the Atkins Diet will make you thin," it's a rallying cry for all savvy women to start eating healthy and looking radiant. Unlike standard diet books, it actually makes the reader laugh out loud with its truthful, smart-mouthed revelations....
11) The female body : an owner's manual: a head-to-toe guide to good health and body care--at any age
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Rodale Press
Pub. Date
c1996
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xiii, 494 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
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English
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Based on the latest research in women's health, here is a complete, illustrated guide to every part of a woman's body. It's a comprehensive, tip-filled guide to every aspect of self-care, prevention, and healing. Includes special chapters that focus on birth control, childbirth, fertility, hormones, menopause, menstrual cycle, and medical exams.
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Sterling
Pub. Date
c2013
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144 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
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English
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With first dates, sweet sixteens, and proms awaiting her—not to mention looking great for that cute kid in class—every teenage girl needs a few cool hairstyles at her fingertips. Fortunately, there's no need to go to an expensive salon, thanks to this fully illustrated step-by-step guide. It features 34 fabulous styles that are amazingly simple to recreate at home—and that will make any teen, tween, or even younger girl the envy of her friends!...
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2013
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English
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In The Paleo Manifesto: Ancient Wisdom for Lifelong Health, John Durant argues for an evolutionary – and revolutionary – approach to health. All animals, human or otherwise, thrive when they mimic key elements of life in their natural habitat. From diet to movement to sleep, this evolutionary perspective sheds light on some of our most pressing health concerns. What is causing the rise of chronic conditions, such as obesity, diabetes, and depression?...
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Random House
Pub. Date
c2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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44 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
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English
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The Cat in the Hat leads two children on an adventure that teaches them how to take care of themselves through exercise, good hygiene, plenty of sleep, and a healthy diet.
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Crossing Press
Pub. Date
c2007
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xii, 340 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
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English
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Until herbalist James Green introduced THE MALE HERBAL more than 15 years ago, there was virtually no information about using herbs specifically in men's health. With sensitivity toward men's reluctance to focus on health matters, Green's trusted advice and wisdom is as vital today as it was then. He outlines the medicinal uses of scores of herbs for male-specific issues, while emphasizing prevention and health rather than illness. Introducing a new...
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Hunter House
Pub. Date
c2001
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xvi, 236 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
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English
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This book provides answers for women not quite at midlife who undergo menopause brought on by a hysterectomy, anorexia, chemotherapy, or a reaction to medication. Topics covered include hot flashes, emotional instability, osteoporosis prevention, and heart disease. Each subject is addressed medically and holistically, with a thorough description of coping options.
18) Expecting better : why the coventional pregnancy wisdom is wrong-- and what you really need to know
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Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2016.
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xxii, 313 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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English
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Debunking myths and explaining everything from the real effects of caffeine to the surprising dangers of gardening, Expecting Better is the book for every pregnant woman who wants to enjoy a healthy and relaxed pregnancy—and the occasional glass of wine.
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Workman Pub
Pub. Date
c2004
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xiii, 321 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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English
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Younger next year draws on the very latest science of aging to show how men 50 or older can become functionally younger every year for the next five to ten years, and continue to live like fifty-year-olds until well into their eighties. To enjoy life and be stronger, healthier, and more alert. To stave off 70% of the normal decay associated with aging (weakness, sore joints, apathy). and to eliminate over 50% of all illness and potential injuries....
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American Girl Publishing
Pub. Date
[2012]
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102 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm
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English
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"Our best-selling body book for girls just got even better! With all-new illustrations and updated content for girls ages 8 and up, it features tips, how-tos, and facts from the experts. You'll find answers to questions about your changing body, from hair care to healthy eating, bad breath to bras, periods to pimples, and everything in between. Once you feel comfortable with what's happening, you'll be ready to move on to the The Care & Keeping of...
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