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Summary: Using yoga to manage the challenges of cancer and its treatment • Explains how to create a safe home yoga practice that addresses the specific physical needs, risks, and emotions of cancer patients and survivors • Includes 53 yoga poses and 9 practice sequences that use movement and breathing to reduce and manage treatment side effects • Reveals how current research supports the physical and psychological benefits of yoga to aid recovery and reduce risk of recurrence • Written by a cancer survivor and certified yoga teacher For those faced with a cancer diagnosis and the journey of doctor-led surgery and treatments, yoga offers a way to regain control of your body and take an active part in your recovery and long-term health. In this easy-to-follow illustrated guide, yoga teacher and cancer survivor Tari Prinster presents 53 traditional yoga poses that are adapted for all levels of ability and cancer challenges. She then applies the movements and breathwork of these poses to address 10 common side effects and offers 9 practice sequences for varying stages of treatment and recovery. Sharing her own story as well as those of cancer survivors and yoga teachers with whom she has worked, Prinster explores how yoga can be used to strengthen the immune system, rebuild bone density, avoid and manage lymphedema, decrease anxiety, detoxify the body, reduce pain, and help the body repair damage caused by the cancer and conventional treatments. She reveals the research that supports the physical and psychological benefits of yoga as an aid to recovery and in reducing the risk of recurrence. Explaining how yoga must be tailored to each survivor, Prinster gives you the tools to create a safe home yoga practice, one that addresses your abilities, energy level, and overall health goals. Through personal stories, well-illustrated poses, and sample practices for beginners as well as experienced yoga practitioners, Prinster empowers survivors to create their own wellness plan in order to regain their independence and their physical and emotional well-being

Summary: This Essentials book answers all the key questions asked about Parkinson's disease in succinct, accessible and up-to-date form. Parkinson's is a progressive neurological disease involving three main symptoms: tremor, stiffness and slowness of movement. It is an extremely complicated and variable condition and no two people are exactly alike in terms of the symptoms they experience and how these progress. Accurate information is essential to help you understand how Parkinson's affects you personally. This introductory guide answers 50 key questions asked by people with Parkinson's and their families. It provides a summary of symptoms and treatments, and offers practical advice on living life with Parkinson's. There is a glossary at the end of this book

Summary: " See results in a fraction of the time with short, effective workouts: work smarter not harder! Let's HIIT It! Gina Harney, award-winning creator of Fitnessista.com, knows high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is the smart alternative to long cardio workouts. With shorter workouts you can spend less time working out while building strength, coordination, and endurance and boosting your metabolism so you burn more calories throughout the day. And with her HIIT-inspired eating plan of frequent, tasty snacks, you'll feel great and stop stressing about food. Build a personalized fitness plan that fits with your life Drop pounds, burn fat, boost energy, and live healthier Spice up your workout schedule, keep your body guessing, and avoid plateaus Snack! Eat smart with quick, healthy treats you can prep in advance to fuel your day "Full of helpful information for people looking to live a healthy lifestyle. I especially enjoyed her infectious enthusiasm for HIIT and reading her easy to follow sample fitness plans, exercise demonstrations with cues, and healthy recipes! -Kathie Davis, Executive Director of Idea Health & Fitness Association "An excellent program that is lifestyle based and doesn't require hours in a gym-perfect for someone like me! I adore that she loves food as much as she loves fitness. -Jessica Merchant, Author of Seriously Delish and creator of howsweeteats.com "A treasure... HIIT It! presents Gina Harney's vision for a balanced, healthy lifestyle in the same upbeat, conversational manner that we have come to enjoy from her wonderfully popular blog. -Matthew Kenney, Founder of Matthew Kenney Cuisine "An amazing resource for strong, effective, and quick workouts and tips for attaining balanced nutrition. And it's a super fun read. Highly recommended! -Erin Motz, YouTube Personality and Original Bad Yogi "

Summary: A yin yoga practice incorporates poses designed to improve the flow of qi, the subtle life force essential to organ health, immunity, and emotional well-being. The postures are moved through slowly and mindfully, gently allowing tendons, fascia, and ligaments to stretch as circulation improves and the mind becomes calm. Experienced yoga teacher Ulrica Norberg describes how to balance yin and yang on and off the mat, sharing her own experiences and offering wisdom for adapting the yogic principles in modern life. Readers will learn to develop their own individualized yin yoga practice, complete with a yin yoga flow, visualization techniques, and ayurvedic health principles. Photographs and clear descriptions highlight proper alignment, ensuring the practice will be safe and effective

Summary: Strong is sexy. Strong is powerful. Strong is achievable. Two fitness experts show you how to adopt a healthy lifestyle that will embolden and empower you, no matter your body shape—featuring a Foreword by David Kirchoff, former CEO of WW and bestselling author of Weight Loss Boss “ Strong Is the New Skinny is a field manual for a better, stronger, healthier life.”—David Kirchoff, from the Foreword Sick and tired of hearing what’s wrong with you and your body?  You’re not alone.  It’s time for a new conversation—and a new plan for treating, feeding, and moving your body in ways that build on your strengths inside and out.    With Strong Is the New Skinny, you can say goodbye to body-bashing and physical faultfinding, and instead learn to embrace not just how it looks, but what your body can do—from pushups to pull ups and box jumps to rope climbs, nothing is out of your reach. Strong Is the New Skinny offers a reality-based diet, lifestyle, and fitness program (the “SINS” plan, for short) so you can:    • Maximize your potential, as well as your energy, vitality, and power. • Train your brain—develop resilience and mental fortitude in every area of your life. • Add muscle, increase speed, and enhance flexibility. • Strengthen your arms, back, core, and legs—and crank up the challenge when you’re ready for the next level. • Torch fat with Strong Moves:  a series of heart-healthy H.I.I.T. workouts that take as little as ten minutes. • Kick-start your Get-Fit, Get-Fierce plan with the Strong Seven—7 days of 7 power foods. Whether you’re just getting started or training for a challenging physical event, this book gives you all the tools you need to become leaner, fitter, and stronger: nutritionally, physically, psychologically, and emotionally

Summary: Bicycling is undergoing a renaissance in this country as millions of people are taking to the streets in this nostalgic, beloved pastime. From purchasing one's first bike to learning all its different components, Bicycling Big Book of Cycling for Beginners is the go-to guide for any beginning cyclist's collection. The vast territory of cycling and its facets will become a welcome terrain for any rider who wants to ride smarter, faster, and safer using this incredible wealth of knowledge. As the sales of new bicycles increase every year, these helpful tips will educate and inform beginning cyclists so they perform to the maximum potential, all while having fun. Trusted bicycle consultant Tori Bortman distills the essentials every beginning cyclist needs to know. She covers different types of rides, the components of bicycles, proper cycling clothing and equipment, basic road skills, nutrition, training, maintenance, and how to ride for a cause. She also explores how to approach cycling from the conceptual beginnings into tangible, real-time facts about riding as a new cyclist, as well as elaborating on the bountiful health benefits of cycling, including weight loss, stress reduction, and boosted immunity. This is the ultimate guide to bicycling know-how for beginning cyclists

Summary: This Essentials book answers all the key questions asked about Type 1 diabetes in succinct, accessible and up-to-date form. A diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes can be extremely distressing for any young person and his or her family. People with Type 1 diabetes usually develop symptoms quite rapidly and require regular treatment with insulin. The positive news is that with good control the long-term risks can be avoided. Medication, exercise and diet are all important in maintaining good glucose control and a healthy lifestyle. This introductory guide answers 50 key questions asked by people with Type 1 diabetes and their families. It provides a summary of symptoms and treatments, and offers practical advice on living life with Type 1 diabetes. There is a glossary at the end of this book

Summary: This Essentials book answers all the key questions asked about epilepsy in succinct, accessible and up-to-date form. This introductory guide answers 50 key questions asked by people with epilepsy and their families guiding you through the complicated maze of diagnosis and treatment, and shows you how to deal with your epilepsy with confidence. In particular, it does the following: contains up-to-date, medically accurate information from leading experts; cuts through the confusing medical jargon, explaining the terms in plain English; gives positive, practical advice; tackles the questions you may feel uneasy asking your doctor. There is a glossary at the end of this book

Summary: This Essentials book answers all the key questions asked about Type 2 diabetes in succinct, accessible and up-to-date form. There are two main types of diabetes and you may not be sure which you have. In general, people with Type 1 diabetes are usually young, develop symptoms quite rapidly and need insulin treatment immediately. In contrast, Type 2 diabetes tends to occur in people who are over thirty and above average weight (although there are exceptions). The onset tends to be gradual and the initial treatment is through diet and tablets. If your diabetes has been treated this way, this book is for you. This introductory guide answers 50 key questions asked by people with Type 2 diabetes and their families. It provides a summary of symptoms and treatments, and offers practical advice on living life with Type 2 diabetes. There is a glossary at the end of this book

Summary: How does our environment impact our health? And what can we do about it? A doctor with over 30 years of experience explains how our environment affects our health and provides a nine-step action plan to help with fibromyalgia, IBS, and other conditions Not so long ago, canaries were used to detect carbon monoxide in coal mines. Today, a staggering number of people suffer because of toxins and chemicals that surround us in the modern world. Dr. John Molot, in his work over three decades, has treated more than 12,000 patients with environmentally linked illnesses. In this book, Molot explains how the environment contributes to the development and progression of many common conditions and illnesses, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and other pain disorders, chemical sensitivity, irritable bowel syndrome, allergies and asthma, diabetes, autistic spectrum disorder, and even obesity. And offers an action plan that will make a positive impact on our health and the health of our children. "Compelling and well-written, this is a solidly researched, detailed explanation of the causes and effects of numerous modern health issues ... It's possible to skip straight to the treatment plan, but it would be a shame, considering how persuasive, fascinating, and often mind-blowing Molot's case is." — Publishers Weekly

Summary: More than 40 million Americans suffer from allergies that range from wheat to dogs to dust. Some allergies cause a mild hay fever reaction, some cause anaphylactic shock, and some lead to longterm reactions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, Alzheimer's disease, and even HIV infection. Gary Null offers an alternative solution to the drugs that most western doctors are quick to prescribe. Gary Null writes, "An allergy is . . . due to an immune system that is in hypervigilant mode. The more challenge there is to an immune system, the greater your response will be. . . . If you have a really strong immune system, your lymphocytes and phagocytes are able to engulf and digest antigens. Therefore, to eliminate allergic responses we must strengthen our immune systems." He then proceeds to offer advice on exactly which foods will help build up your immune system and which to avoid, which supplements to take, and what other steps you can do to fight back against allergies naturally. Complete with dozens of allergy-fighting recipes and inspiring testimonials, this is a must-have book for anyone suffering from any kind of allergy

Summary: Trey Rood was a young, healthy high school athlete when he received the diagnosis of stage III melanoma, which progressed to stage IV in two short years. With a five-year survival rate of five percent, Trey and his mother Cherie refused to accept the poor odds given by doctors or that the aggressive cancer would prevent Trey from ever attending college. Instead, they chose to fight with everything they had. And fight they did. Their tireless search for treatment led them from home in Georgia, to Germany, and ultimately to Texas, where Trey was a pioneer participant at MD Anderson Cancer Center's adoptive T-cell therapy trial. With Trey's cancer now in remission, Trey, Cherie, and their family share their story here—-a story of hope, encouragement, strength, and ultimately triumph. Their story of how, together, they beat cancer