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Free your smile  by Dr Fre

Free your smile

Dr Fre

This book will help you navigate the minefield of modern dentistry. It will guide you to make informed decisions, protecting you from both over-treatment and under-treatment due to missed diagnoses. It will help empower you to ask the right questions. Modern...

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How to build a body that lasts  by Adam Richardson

How to build a body that lasts

Adam Richardson

"Discover how mobility exercises and stretches can help you achieve a happier, healthier body for longer with this easy fitness guide! You're sitting like a prawn right now, aren't you? Mobility training is your secret weapon to building a body that lasts. It...

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Anti-inflammation  by Emily Sohn

Anti-inflammation

Emily Sohn

"When we get stung by a bee or come down with a cold, our bodies deploy chemical weapons to fight off infection, and inflammation happens. But sometimes inflammation moves in for good, wreaking havoc in our bodies. ANTI-INFLAMMATION investigates the latest...

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Health psychology  by Kim Larking

Health psychology

Kim Larking

"Driven by a mission to help others, Kim Larking faced his own adversity, relying on these advanced tools during the most challenging time of his life. Health Psychology can empower you too! Unlock, learn and gain the resources to live your best life: -...

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A radical guide for women with ADHD  by Sari Solden

A radical guide for women with ADHD

Sari Solden

"Women with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often feel misunderstood and experience a sense of alienation because of their differences. This radical guide empowers readers to challenge the cultural stigma and deeply internalized shame of being...

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The maps we carry  by Rose Cartwright

The maps we carry

Rose Cartwright

"In this revolutionary book, Rose Cartwright reveals how the failure of the mental health system to cure her OCD led her to radical action. While she explored her trauma through a series of mind-bending psychedelic trips, Rose started to interrogate our...

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The modern guide to sex  by Georgia Grace

The modern guide to sex

Georgia Grace

"Get out of your head and into your body. From acclaimed sex expert Georgia Grace, The Modern Guide to Sex is the ultimate handbook for experiencing full-body pleasure, sexual confidence and fulfilling relationships. It's the new go-to sex guide for...

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Move better  by Shikha Puri Arora

Move better

Shikha Puri Arora

"Have you woken up one day and noticed that your knee is suddenly hurting? Do you go through days managing spasms and sprains that you can't really explain? All of this, even though you exercise regularly and have a fitness schedule? The problem might be in...

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The kissing bug  by Daisy Hernández

The kissing bug

Daisy Hernández

"Growing up in a New Jersey factory town in the 1980s, Hernández only knew that her aunt had died of a rare illness called Chagas. Digging deeper, she discovered more than three hundred thousand Americans have Chagas-- or the kissing bug disease. Why do some...

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You are not broken  by Kelly Casperson

You are not broken

Kelly Casperson

"Is your sex life amazing? Probably not if you're like most women. In fact, "amazing" isn't even close to how you've ever experienced sex--but fear not--it isn't your fault. You can thank Hollywood's distorted portrayals and society's silence for your crappy...

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Sobriety  by Lane Kennedy

Sobriety

Lane Kennedy

"From leading recovery mentors Lane Kennedy and Tamar Medford, this book is full of proven ideas that will help you embrace a life without alcohol (or without so much of it). Chock full of personal stories, unfiltered honesty, and tried-and-true advice,...

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The vagina business  by Marina Gerner

The vagina business

Marina Gerner

"We live in a society that prioritizes men's convenience over women's suffering. Nowhere is this more evident in the female technology industry. In 2020, the total value of investment in the digital health industry was $14.1 billion. Female-focused digital...

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Winter wellbeing  by Caroline Artiss

Winter wellbeing

Caroline Artiss

"Embrace the colder months with this beautifully illustrated self-care guide to not just surviving the winter, but also thriving through the season. Make the most of the change in the weather and learn the benefits of being active outside even if it's chilly,...

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How to raise a healthy gamer  by Alok Kanojia

How to raise a healthy gamer

Alok Kanojia

"Is your child spending too much time playing video games? Or are your children are begging you for screen time and you don't know how to help them establish healthy tech habits? Are games causing conflict and arguments? Whatever brings you here, I can help....

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When panic happens  by Charles Schaeffer

When panic happens

Charles Schaeffer

"When panic strikes, it can feel as though the world is closing in. That's why readers need quick, in-the-moment solutions to feel better fast. Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and polyvagal theory, this...

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The big freeze  by Natalie Lampert

The big freeze

Natalie Lampert

"A fascinating investigation into the lucrative, minimally regulated, fast-growing industry of egg freezing, from a young reporter on a personal journey into the world of cutting-edge reproductive medicine"--Publisher's description.

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Master your mind to heal your body  by Brandy Gillmore

Master your mind to heal your body

Brandy Gillmore

"What if you could learn how to heal your injuries, pain, or illness using only the power of your mind? A captivating must read, this book unveils the astounding hidden power of the human mind. If you are working on self healing, or if you have been struggling...

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Sort your head out  by Sam Delaney

Sort your head out

Sam Delaney

"Sam Delaney was Jack the Lad. He was confident, loud and funny; an absolute legend, to be honest. Or at least that was what he pretended to be. But when he reached his thirties, work, relationships and fatherhood started to take their toll. Like so many...

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Treat your own back  by Robin McKenzie

Treat your own back

Robin McKenzie

"This easy to follow patient handbook provides the reader with an active self-treatment plan to resolve and manage back pain. First published in 1980, Treat Your Own Back has featured in many studies, which over the years have proven its benefits and validity....

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The dyslexic edge  by Jamie Waller

The dyslexic edge

Jamie Waller

"40 per cent of self-made millionaires are dyslexic. Dyslexia does not equal stupidity. For many, it’s a superpower. Think Steve Jobs, Henry Ford, Steven Spielberg and Sir Richard Branson. The Dyslexic Edge challenges the narrative that views dyslexia as a...

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Why am I like this?  by Gemma Styles

Why am I like this?

Gemma Styles

"In her debut book—which draws on her own experience with mental health issues and neurodivergence - writer, podcaster, and advocate Gemma Styles captures the voice of her generation as she gets curious about how we tick in order to better understand and...

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Movement for every body  by Marcia Dernie

Movement for every body

Marcia Dernie

"An inclusive, full-color guide to improving mobility, building strength, and increasing flexibility for every body and any size, shape, and ability. Here's an idea: exercise should be enjoyable—not punishing, elitist, or overly competitive. Nor should gym...

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"Don't you know who I am?"  by Ramani S. Durvasula

"Don't you know who I am?"

Ramani S. Durvasula

"It's time to take our lives back from a world of narcissism, entitlement, and toxic relationships. "Don't You Know Who I Am?" has become the mantra of the famous and infamous, the entitled and the insecure. It's the tagline of the modern narcissist. Health...

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Thriving beyond fifty  by Will Harlow

Thriving beyond fifty

Will Harlow

"Readers will learn how to stay fit, healthy, active, and mobile in their fifties and beyond with over-fifties specialist physiotherapist Will Harlow. Unlock the secrets to remaining fit, active and mobile as you age, and look forward to a healthier and more...

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Lies I taught in medical school  by Robert B. Lufkin

Lies I taught in medical school

Robert B. Lufkin

"Modern medicine is lying to you. Discover the true science behind chronic diseases—and implement an actionable plan to take control of your health and longevity once and for all. For the first time in history, chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and...

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Well woman  by Frances Pitsilis

Well woman

Frances Pitsilis

"Women's health issues are very different to those of men. Our hormones, our experience of pain (mental and physical), and the likely chronic health conditions we are likely to suffer are all different. Dr Frances focusses on women in this book, to help them...

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This is who I am  by Andrea (Writer of This is who I am) Anderson

This is who I am

Andrea (Writer of This is who I am)...

"An explorative guide for women to help them work through the challenges arising from late autism discovery including understanding past behaviours, accessing support and developing a positive identity. Interweaving stories of lived experience with practical...

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Getting back up again  by Craig Semple

Getting back up again

Craig Semple

"After nearly twenty-five years as a cop - riding high on the excitement, danger and stress of his work, feeling invincible - Craig Semple realised he could no longer outrun the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. The sudden and devastating collapse of...

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The sunshine on my face  by Lydia Burdick

The sunshine on my face

Lydia Burdick

"Reading 'The sunshine on my face is an instant activity-no planning or preparation required! Although Alzheimer's disease and other brain disorders can interfere with communication skills, this book stimulates remaining abilities and lets you connect in...

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The story of a heart  by Rachel (Physician) author. Clarke

The story of a heart

Rachel (Physician) author. Clarke

"The first of our organs to form, the last to die, the heart is both a simple pump and the symbol of all that makes us human: as long as it continues to beat, we hope. One summer day, nine-year-old Keira suffered catastrophic injuries in a car accident. Though...

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Strive  by Venus Williams

Strive

Venus Williams

"Venus Williams' strategic, practical and inspirational guide to winning and wellbeing. Throughout her multi-faceted career, Venus Williams has earned four Olympic gold medals, 21 Grand Slam titles, and built two companies. Along with her sister, Venus became...

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Taming toxic people  by David Gillespie

Taming toxic people

David Gillespie

"Psychopaths are often thought of as killers and rapists, but up to 10 per cent of people are probably psychopathic without being criminals. Science suggests psychopaths don't have empathy. Although charming in the early stages of a relationship or employment,...

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The bipolar workbook  by Monica Ramirez. Basco

The bipolar workbook

Monica Ramirez. Basco

"Bipolar disorder is a lifelong challenge, but it doesn' have to rule a person's life. Many tens of thousands of readers have used the science-based tools in this book to recognize the early warning signs of mood swings, prevent symptoms from coming back, and...

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Fires in the dark  by Kay R. Jamison

Fires in the dark

Kay R. Jamison

"In this expansive cultural history of the treatment and healing of mental suffering, Kay Jamison writes about psychotherapy, what makes a great healer, and the role of imagination and memory in regenerating the mind. From the trauma of the battlefields of the...

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Take charge of bipolar disorder  by Julie A. Fast

Take charge of bipolar disorder

Julie A. Fast

"Revised and updated for the very first time, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder is a groundbreaking, comprehensive program to help those with bipolar disorder- and those who care about them- gain permanent control over their lives. Most people diagnosed with...

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Food for menopause  by Linia Patel

Food for menopause

Linia Patel

"Food for Menopause by Dr Linia Patel is packed with 80 super tasty, appealing recipes - perfect for busy lives. You might already know a bit about menopause symptoms or you might believe it's something to think about some time in the future. But studies show...

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Chronic pain  by Phil Sizer

Chronic pain

Phil Sizer

"Chronic pain affects nearly half the UK population. It can take a wide variety of forms, including arthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, or may be the result of an accident or an operation. Based on holistic methods, and incorporating aspects of CBT and ACT,...

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The twisted chain  by Jason Gurney

The twisted chain

Jason Gurney

"Not knowing if your dad will live through the night is not something that any young son or daughter should ever have to endure. I experienced this nightmare more times than I care to remember.' In the winter of 1969, a 14-year-old Whangarei schoolboy called...

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Live like a lobster  by Bridget Hancock

Live like a lobster

Bridget Hancock

"A lobster might seem an unlikely object of aspiration. But lobsters, unlike humans, do not biologically age. In this book, naturopathic nutritionist Bridget Hancock illustrates how diet and lifestyle can complement Western medicine in pursuit of these goals....

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Nature's remedies for stress and fatigue  by Jo Dunbar

Nature's remedies for stress and fatigue

Jo Dunbar

"Things have changed in the last few years and countless people are crippled by stress and anxiety. The effects of stress on our health can lead to devastating long-term illnesses such as adrenal fatigue and chronic fatigue syndrome. More recently, there has...

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Wild wisdom  by Donny Dust

Wild wisdom

Donny Dust

"Survive anything nature throws your way with these survival tips and wilderness philosophy. A US Marine Corps veteran and owner of a premier survival and wilderness self-reliance school, Donny Dust amassed two decades worth of primitive-living skills...

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Unapologetically ADHD  by Nikki Kinzer

Unapologetically ADHD

Nikki Kinzer

"A step-by-step yet flexible framework to plan long term goals, projects, and tasks when living with and embracing ADHD. Written by Nikki Kinzer and Pete D. Wright, co-hosts of the popular Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast with more than one million annual...

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How to outsmart a narcissist  by Erin Leonard

How to outsmart a narcissist

Erin Leonard

"It might be surprising to learn that the emotional qualities that allow you to remain close to others, empathize, collaborate, compromise, perspective-take, and easily resolve conflict, in most healthy relationships, can actually backfire with a narcissist....

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Strive  by Venus Williams

Strive

Venus Williams

"Venus Williams' strategic, practical and inspirational guide to winning and wellbeing. Throughout her multi-faceted career, Venus Williams has earned four Olympic gold medals, 21 Grand Slam titles, and built two companies. Along with her sister, Venus became...

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Training for two  by Gina Conley

Training for two

Gina Conley

"In Training for Two, the owner of popular prenatal fitness brand MamasteFit teach mamas-to-be how to build strength and prepare for childbirth with a tailored program of strength-based prenatal exercises"--Publisher's description.

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Barefoot strong  by Emily Splichal

Barefoot strong

Emily Splichal

"As one of the fastest growing areas within medicine, the anti-aging business is now a $122 billion dollar industry with researchers dedicating their careers to finding the fountain of youth. Whether it be copper peptides or acai supplements, most of the...

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The power of hormones  by Max Nieuwdorp

The power of hormones

Max Nieuwdorp

"Hormones are the messengers that drive every process in our body. They are essential to how we grow, fight disease and digest food; why we struggle to sleep, lose weight and manage stress - and so much more. When our hormones are imbalanced this can wreak...

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How not to fit in  by Jess Joy

How not to fit in

Jess Joy

"Foregrounding real experiences with autism and ADHD, this book explores the journey of discovering, accepting and flourishing with your neurodivergent brain. It explores why getting diagnosis can be so fraught and gendered, and how to navigate a world which...

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You bet your life  by Paul A. Offit

You bet your life

Paul A. Offit

"Every medical decision--whether to have chemotherapy, an X-ray, or surgery--is a risk, no matter which way you choose. In You Bet Your Life, physician Paul A. Offit argues that, from the first blood transfusions four hundred years ago to the hunt for a...

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The great menopause myth  by Kristin Johnson

The great menopause myth

Kristin Johnson

"Backed by the latest research, The Great Menopause Myth offers a new, holistic approach to staying healthy and happy through menopause"--Publisher's description.

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Anxiety is a worry  by Lance Burdett

Anxiety is a worry

Lance Burdett

"We all feel anxious from time to time, but when does the occasional worry turn into a force that prevents us from fully living our daily lives? 'Anxiety is a worry' is a comprehensive guide for managing anxiety in an increasingly anxious world. Filled with...

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The future of the brain

The future of the brain

"An unprecedented look at the quest to unravel the mysteries of the human brain, The Future of the Brain takes readers to the absolute frontiers of science. Original essays by leading researchers such as Christof Koch, George Church, Olaf Sporns, and May-Britt...

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The Mayo Clinic diabetes diet

The Mayo Clinic diabetes diet

"Did you know losing weight can reverse the process of diabetes? Yes! Within days of losing weight, blood sugar improves, lowering the risk of diabetes complications. The Mayo Clinic Diabetes Diet is a whole-lifestyle approach designed to help you lose weight...

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Pajama pilates  by Maria Mankin

Pajama pilates

Maria Mankin

"Dining table stretch for hips, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. Kitchen counter standing plank to improve posture. Featuring simple to follow exercises with no special equipment required (you don't even have to change out of your pjs!), this book makes it fun...

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The secret mind of Bertha Pappenheim  by Gabriel Brownstein

The secret mind of Bertha Pappenheim

Gabriel Brownstein

"In 1880 in Vienna, young Bertha Pappenheim lost her ability to control her voice and body and was treated by Sigmund Freud's mentor, Josef Breuer, who diagnosed her with "hysteria." Pappenheim and Breuer developed what she called "the talking cure"-talking...

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Understanding and treating chronic shame  by Patricia A. DeYoung

Understanding and treating chronic shame

Patricia A. DeYoung

"A masterful synthesis of relational and attachment theory, neurobiology, and contemporary psychoanalysis, Understanding and Treating Chronic Shame has been internationally recognized as an essential text on shame. Integrating new theory about trauma, shame...

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Surviving extreme weather  by Mykel Hawke

Surviving extreme weather

Mykel Hawke

"The world has changed, and impacts of global warming means weather events like extreme heat, wildfires, hurricanes, and droughts are now being felt by all of us. We can ignore climate change no longer and must prepare ourselves to survive in new conditions....

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The big book of pregnancy nutrition  by Stephanie Middleberg

The big book of pregnancy nutrition

Stephanie Middleberg

"The only guide you need to nourishing yourself and your baby from the first through fourth trimesters, from the bestselling author of The Big Book of Organic Baby Food When you found out you were pregnant, you were probably given a long list of things you...

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Living well with multiple sclerosis  by Trevis L. Gleason

Living well with multiple sclerosis

Trevis L. Gleason

"Living Well with Multiple Sclerosis is one part primer, one part handbook, one part pocket translator, and 100% an essential field guide for navigating the challenges of living with chronic illness. This curated collection from nearly two decades of...

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How not to get sick  by Benjamin Bikman

How not to get sick

Benjamin Bikman

"In this companion guide to Why We Get Sick and featuring 70 low-carb and keto-friendly recipes, Bikman has teamed up with the fitness expert and recipe developer Diana Keuilian to help the nearly 9 in 10 American adults affected with insulin resistance....

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From the wild  by Heidi Merika

From the wild

Heidi Merika

"Discover the healing power of wild plants as food and herbal medicine with these delicious plant-based recipes for health and wellbeing. From the Wild is a herbal medicine cookbook offering a simple, resourceful, nature-based approach to healthy living....

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It's not hysteria  by Karen (Gynecologist) Tang

It's not hysteria

Karen (Gynecologist) Tang

"Did you know that up to 90% of women experience menstrual abnormalities or pelvic problems in their lifetime? Yet these issues are overwhelmingly misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or dismissed. Conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, PMDD,...

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Supporting fat birth  by A. J. Silver

Supporting fat birth

A. J. Silver

"This pioneering guide provides birth professionals, pregnant people, and advocates with comprehensive insight into navigating conception, pregnancy, birth, and the perinatal period whilst fat. Drawing on the author's decade of experience as well as...

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Good nature  by Kathy Willis

Good nature

Kathy Willis

"Good Nature is a groundbreaking exploration that reveals how, if we bring nature more into our lives, it can help improve our health and well-being in so many unexpected ways. Oxford professor Kathy Willis has spent her career researching fossilised plants...

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Reset, nourish, burn  by Susie Burrell

Reset, nourish, burn

Susie Burrell

"Do you dream of taking charge of your weight once and for all? Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the foundations of optimal health. And, as dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward know from more than 35 years of combined clinical experience, for lasting...

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The dopamine brain  by Anastasia Hronis

The dopamine brain

Anastasia Hronis

"Sex, shopping, eating, social media, drugs and gambling are just some of the things that can trigger a release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain that is involved in the brain's reward system. The overindulgence of certain pursuits can disrupt the...

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It all makes sense now  by Meredith Carder

It all makes sense now

Meredith Carder

"Do you often feel that your emotions are intense and difficult to regulate? Do you have a seemingly outsized intolerance for boredom? Does time continually fly by in a distressing, and definitely not fun, way? You're not alone. As cultural and medical...

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Eating disorders don't discriminate

Eating disorders don't discriminate

"Every story of living with an eating disorder is unique. Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate brings together thirty-one of them, each tackling the stereotypes and misconceptions about what eating disorders look like and who they impact. Athletes, activists,...

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Polyvagal perspectives  by Stephen W. Porges

Polyvagal perspectives

Stephen W. Porges

"Polyvagal Theory has revolutionized our understanding of the autonomic nervous system's profound impact on various aspects of life, including sociality, emotional regulation, cognitive functions, and overall mental and physical well-being. Through rigorous...

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The secret life of water  by Masaru Emoto

The secret life of water

Masaru Emoto

"From its arrival on earth to the vast areas it traverses before emptying into the sea, water holds all the knowledge and experience it has acquired. As phenomenal as it may seem, water carries its whole history, just as we carry ours. It carries secrets, too....

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Invisible labor  by Rachel Somerstein

Invisible labor

Rachel Somerstein

"An incisive yet personal look at the science and history of the most common surgery performed in America--the cesarean section--and an exposé on the disturbing state of maternal medical care. When Rachel Somerstein had an unplanned C-section with her first...

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Homeopathy as energy medicine  by Richard Grossinger

Homeopathy as energy medicine

Richard Grossinger

"Comprehensively examines what homeopathy is and places the practice within the larger framework of energy medicine and microdose effects. Lays out the principles and origins of homeopathy, explaining its discovery and development by Samuel Hahnemann. Explores...

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The official MIND diet  by Martha Clare Morris

The official MIND diet

Martha Clare Morris

"Dr. Martha Clare Morris's MIND diet took the nutrition world by storm when it revealed the link between diet and cognitive health, particularly as we age. Named one of the best diets by scientists, doctors, and organizations like the Alzheimer's Association,...

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Move yourself happy  by Dianne Buswell

Move yourself happy

Dianne Buswell

"In this enriching 21-day programme, Dianne Buswell shows you how to make joyful movement a habit. Forget gruelling exercise regimes or punishing diets, Dianne's unique approach nourishes your body and mind using her four pillars of health, rest, movement,...

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All in her head  by Misty Pratt

All in her head

Misty Pratt

"Why are so many women feeling anxious, stressed out, and depressed, and why are they not getting the help they need? Over the past decade, mood disorders have skyrocketed among women, who are twice as likely to be diagnosed as men. Yet in a healthcare system...

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Never not working  by Malissa Clark

Never not working

Malissa Clark

"Many workers believe that to compete with other top talent they must embrace a culture that rewards long hours and constant connection to work. Businesses and society have encouraged this by endorsing busyness, overwork, and extreme commitment as the most...

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How to cope with almost anything with hypnotherapy  by Daniel Fryer

How to cope with almost anything with hypnotherapy

Daniel Fryer

"Discover how one of the oldest forms of healing can transform your life. What if there was something that could improve your mental health, reduce your stress levels, enhance your coping strategies in the face of adversity, help you to feel happier and more...

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The peri diet  by Jaime Rose Chambers

The peri diet

Jaime Rose Chambers

"In The Peri Diet, accredited practising dietitian and bestselling author Jaime Rose Chambers reveals the importance of certain key nutrients at this time (hello, protein) and shares the star ingredients to eat to ensure we're getting enough of the good stuff,...

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Can humanity survive socialised birth?  by Michel Odent

Can humanity survive socialised birth?

Michel Odent

"Since the advent of agriculture and animal husbandry, the human population has multiplied by about one thousand in a 'demographic explosion'. However, in recent years, global fertility rates have begun to decrease significantly, and this is one reason to make...

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Grown woman talk  by Sharon Malone

Grown woman talk

Sharon Malone

"A practical guide to aging and health for women who have felt ignored or marginalized by the medical profession, from a leading Ob/Gyn and expert on menopausal and post-reproductive health. The medical system today is increasingly complicated and impersonal,...

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Live ready  by Sam Rosenberg

Live ready

Sam Rosenberg

"Live Ready is a book about dangerous people - about predators who live in our midst and who violate our social contract with impunity. It's also a book about navigating a world filled with such people. It shows you how to recognize them, how to understand...

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The wisdom of plagues  by Donald G. McNeil

The wisdom of plagues

Donald G. McNeil

"For a certain class of American's, Donald McNeil was a comforting voice when the Covid-19 pandemic broke out. He was the regular reporter on the New York Times's popular Daily podcast, and he was telling folks to prepare for the worst. A generation of NYT...

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10-minute strength training exercises for seniors  by Ed Deboo

10-minute strength training exercises for seniors

Ed Deboo

"Staying strong and flexible becomes even more important as we age. This guide to exercise for seniors makes it easy to stay in motion with short and simple exercises you can do anytime and anywhere. With clear illustrations alongside step-by-step instructions...

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Niacin  by Andrew W. Saul

Niacin

Andrew W. Saul

"Discover the newest cutting-edge research about the wonderful healing properties of niacin! Vitamin B3―or niacin―is a small molecule made of only fourteen atoms, smaller even than the simplest sugar. But this one molecule has profound effects on health: it...

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Dibs in search of self  by Virginia Mae Axline

Dibs in search of self

Virginia Mae Axline

"When renowned psychotherapist Virginia Axline first encountered Dibs at his New York School, he was a little boy lost to the world. He would not talk. He would not play. He sat alone, defying every attempt at interaction. Axline was the last resort. This is...

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In search of my father  by Helena Popovic

In search of my father

Helena Popovic

"What happens when life throws together a busy, enthusiastic, doctor-daughter and her bereaved, disenchanted, dependent father? What happens when science meets stubbornness and a parent needs parenting? Following her mother's death, Dr Helena Popovic puts her...

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Adult survivors of emotionally abusive parents  by Sherrie Campbell

Adult survivors of emotionally abusive parents

Sherrie Campbell

"If you grew up with a parent who was self-centered, manipulative, or emotionally abusive, you may still struggle with feelings of anger, sadness, fear, or hopelessness as an adult. You may avoid emotional intimacy with others for fear of being hurt or...

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Powered by ADHD  by Amelia Kelley

Powered by ADHD

Amelia Kelley

"Practical strategies and exercises that empower women with ADHD to use their gifts for everyday success. Backed by the latest research on the benefits that exist with having ADHD, Powered by ADHD is a practical road map for women to take charge and harness...

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Women who heal  by Emma Drady

Women who heal

Emma Drady

"The nature prescription: potential side effects may include improved mood, a stronger sense of self, and spontaneous euphoria. Women everywhere are searching for answers to better support their well-being and find balance in their lives. But what if there...

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The sacred clutter-clearing journal  by Denise Linn

The sacred clutter-clearing journal

Denise Linn

"Tap into the alchemy of clutter-clearing to understand the energy in your home, release what no longer serves you, and experience life-changing results! What if there were one single, powerful practice to help you improve your health, find balance, increase...

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