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Thus to fling her soul  by Jennifer De Leon

Thus to fling her soul

Jennifer De Leon

"This work is about performance, vulnerability, brokenness, age, and ""the Call."" It is autobiographical, the journey of an experienced dancer-choreographer with recognition nationally and internationally. As, additionally, an academic with several degrees,...

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Te awa atua = Menstruation in the pre-colonial Māori world : an examination of stories, ceremonies and practices regarding menstruation in the pre-colonial Māori world : based on a Masters thesis  by Ngāhuia Murphy

Te awa atua = Menstruation in the pre-colonial Māori world : an examination of stories, ceremonies and practices regarding menstruation in the pre-colonial Māori world : based on a Masters thesis

Ngāhuia Murphy

"Te Awa Atua: Menstruation in the pre-colonial Maori World is a groundbreaking Kaupapa Maori work that reclaims ceremonies and rites of passage from traditional Maori society. The subject is contextualised within Maori metaphysics and philosophies and is...

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Aging well with diabetes  by Medha N. Munshi

Aging well with diabetes

Medha N. Munshi

"In Aging Well with Diabetes, Dr. Medha Munshi and Dr. Sheri Colberg provide practical advice to redefine living with diabetes in later life. As experts in geriatric care and diabetes management, they introduce a clear and accessible 10-step action plan to...

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Heads up  by Clara Doran

Heads up

Clara Doran

"Dr. Clara Doran's book highlights how daily habits—like sleep, nutrition, learning, and social connection—directly shape brain health, offering practical guidance for a better, brain-friendly life"--Publisher's description.

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The autistic's guide to self-discovery  by Sol (Autism advocate) Smith

The autistic's guide to self-discovery

Sol (Autism advocate) Smith

"A guide to self-acceptance and empowerment for autistic adults. Through research, practical advice, and personal anecdotes, the book helps readers embrace their neurodivergence, navigate social challenges, and lead fulfilling, authentic lives"--Publisher's...

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Body mind moves  by Julian Cloete

Body mind moves

Julian Cloete

"In a world that often treats body and mind as separate, Body Mind Moves offers a refreshing and transformative approach to true wellness. Drawing on over 20 years of experience as a physiotherapist and martial artist, Julian Cloete guides readers on a journey...

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Ballistic  by Henry (Journalist) Abbott

Ballistic

Henry (Journalist) Abbott

"In Ballistic, Henry Abbott explores a groundbreaking shift in sports medicine focused on injury prevention through the science of movement. Highlighting the work of Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3), Abbott reveals how data,...

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The ultimate vaccine timeline  by Shaz Khan

The ultimate vaccine timeline

Shaz Khan

"This comprehensive, fact-based reference book presents a detailed historical timeline of vaccines and vaccine manufacturers, spanning over 1,500 years. Covering the development, invention, and global use of vaccines--from smallpox to HPV--it also traces the...

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Pale rider  by Laura Spinney

Pale rider

Laura Spinney

"The Spanish flu of 1918-1920 was one of the greatest human disasters of all time. It infected a third of the people on Earth--from the poorest immigrants of New York City to the king of Spain, Franz Kafka, Mahatma Gandhi and Woodrow Wilson. But despite a...

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The oxygen advantage  by Patrick McKeown

The oxygen advantage

Patrick McKeown

"The secret to your health, fitness and overall wellbeing lies in the most basic and overlooked aspect of your workout: how you breathe. Developing body strength while ignoring breathing strength is counterproductive. In The Oxygen Advantage, Patrick McKeown...

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Is it my ADHD?  by Grace Timothy

Is it my ADHD?

Grace Timothy

"Darkly humorous, relatable and unflinchingly honest, Is it My ADHD? gives irreverent insight into what life is truly like for those living with ADHD. Much like the 3-4% of the British population with ADHD, Grace always felt on the outskirts of 'normal' but...

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Blue honey

Blue honey

"A collection of stories from people across Aotearoa New Zealand, documenting their personal healing journeys with psilocybin. Every story demonstrates the impact of psilocybin, otherwise known as magic mushrooms, on the treatment of pain, trauma and mental...

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The liver repair plan  by Sarah Di Lorenzo

The liver repair plan

Sarah Di Lorenzo

"Easy steps to transform your liver health. The liver's ability to heal and regenerate can greatly improve your wellbeing. Clinical nutritionist and bestselling author Sarah Di Lorenzo's four-week plan has helped hundreds of her patients repair their inner...

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Futureproof  by Davinia Taylor

Futureproof

Davinia Taylor

"In this book, Davinia shares her own experience of lowering her biological age and feeling younger and healthier than she did ten years ago. 'Futureproof' is broken down into five sections covering everything you need to know to do the same, with simple and...

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Honey sapiens  by Mike McInnes

Honey sapiens

Mike McInnes

"Every human function requires energy, and no organ more so than the brain which accounts for only 2% of body weight but consumes 20% of total body energy production. Without a sufficient energy supply we lose the ability to think clearly, react quickly or...

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Horror on the brain  by Austin Lim

Horror on the brain

Austin Lim

"In this fascinating exploration of fear and madness, neuroscientist Dr. Austin Lim recounts psychology's most bizarre and haunting real-life cases alongside famous speculative fiction that stretched that science to the edge"--Publisher's description.

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End your fight with food  by Claire Turnbull

End your fight with food

Claire Turnbull

"Start your journey to a healthier, happier you inside and out. Do you feel like you're constantly battling with food? We are bombarded with advice on what we should do to be healthier or lose weight, but making that happen feels overwhelming, if not...

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Take back your health  by Yossarian Pay

Take back your health

Yossarian Pay

"Take back your health explores ways of reclaiming your health and well-being without breaking the bank. Learn how to use powerful and effective healing modalities such as hand reflexology, emotional freedom technique, Bach Flower Remedies and life-coaching...

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Age like a yogi  by Victoria Moran

Age like a yogi

Victoria Moran

"While advanced age is revered by some, very few of us are in a hurry to get there. This guide treats physical well-being and spiritual growth as two sides of a coin. It is custom-crafted for midlife and later by addressing both eternal verities and physical...

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360 fertility  by Liberty Mills

360 fertility

Liberty Mills

"Liberty Mills was told at age 43 that she had a 0.7% chance of having another baby with her own eggs - and that was with the assistance of IVF. She and her partner decided to continue their fertility journey with the help of integrative medicine. After a...

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How to winter  by Kari Leibowitz

How to winter

Kari Leibowitz

"Nobody can change the weather, but Dr. Kari Leibowitz's groundbreaking How to Winter will help you dramatically shift how you feel about the darkest and coldest of the seasons. Leibowitz is the world's foremost winter psychology mindset expert, and in How to...

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St. Hildegard's garden  by Paul Ferris

St. Hildegard's garden

Paul Ferris

"Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) was a mystic and scholar who chronicled more than six hundred pages of visions, wrote cantatas, and even devised her own language. She authored The Book of Divine Works, Causes and Cures, and Scivias and corresponded with the...

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Booster shots  by Adam Ratner

Booster shots

Adam Ratner

"A pediatrician and infectious disease specialist warns of the resurgence of measles, the anti-vax movement, and how we can prepare for the next pandemic"--Publisher's description.

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Read yourself happy  by Daisy (Journalist) Buchanan

Read yourself happy

Daisy (Journalist) Buchanan

"Forget "self-help" and embrace "shelf-help" by discovering the healing power of books and reading to inspire, comfort and fortify. In a hectic world that can feel uncertain and overwhelming, Daisy Buchanan offers the perfect antidote to all the noise,...

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Addicted to anxiety  by Owen O'Kane

Addicted to anxiety

Owen O'Kane

"Feeling anxious is part of being human; sometimes it can even be necessary or useful. But what about when anxiety takes over? When you feel like it's dictating your life? Have you ever considered that you might be addicted to anxiety? In this book,...

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When nothing feels real  by Nathan Dunne

When nothing feels real

Nathan Dunne

"An enthralling quest to solve the mystery of depersonalisation, one of the least understood but increasingly diagnosed mental illnesses. Journalist Nathan Dunne was living the life of his dreams in London until, one evening, he jumped into a lake for a swim....

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The Latinx guide to liberation  by Vanessa Pezo

The Latinx guide to liberation

Vanessa Pezo

"'Let us heal together. But first I invite you to take a breath.' The impact of colonialism, generational trauma, and individual trauma is often disregarded in the Latinx community. This pioneering guide addresses this trauma and takes Latinx readers on a...

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No more normal  by Alastair Santhouse

No more normal

Alastair Santhouse

"At what point does a low mood tip over into depression? When does a distressing experience qualify as trauma? When does a cluster of symptoms indicate an underlying condition? As the conversation around mental health has moved from the consulting room to the...

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The mind manual  by Alex George

The mind manual

Alex George

"Mental health matters! Learn how to assess your mental health today - and understand what's normal for you. Discover the seven universal truths that everyone should remember, and the mental fitness foundations that will boost you. And exercise your mind with...

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Not just a period  by Hazel Wallace

Not just a period

Hazel Wallace

"Work with your cycle for better periods, more energy and a healthier you. Do you struggle with challenging or disruptive periods? Do your emotions and energy levels fluctuate throughout the month? Do you feel at the mercy of cravings when your period is due?...

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Loving someone with a serious mental illness  by Katherine Ponte

Loving someone with a serious mental illness

Katherine Ponte

"If you have a loved one, a spouse, adult child, or other family member, who is experiencing a mental health crisis such as schizophrenia, delusion, hearing voices, mania, depression, or catatonia, you need help right now. Your loved one might be resistant to...

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Treating arthritis  by Margaret Hills

Treating arthritis

Margaret Hills

"At the heart of this book are simple, essential principles to help you treat your arthritis by natural means, dramatically improving your levels of pain, mobility and wellbeing. Research has shown that the Margaret Hills Programme can give impressive results...

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Well fed  by James Collier

Well fed

James Collier

"In Well Fed, James Collier, former NHS dietitian and co-founder of Huel, is on a mission to debunk the myths about food and nutrition to reveal why what we eat is not only having a devastating impact on our health, but also on our planet. The...

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The lost girls of autism  by Gina Rippon

The lost girls of autism

Gina Rippon

"Who comes to mind when you think about an autistic person? It might be yourself, a relative or friend, a public figure, a fictional character, or a stereotyped image. Regardless, for most of us, it's likely to be someone male. Autistic women are...

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On muscle  by Bonnie Tsui

On muscle

Bonnie Tsui

"Cardiac, smooth, skeletal--these three different types of muscles in our bodies make our hearts beat; push food through our intestines, blood through our vessels, babies out the uterus; attach to our bones and allow for motion. Tsui also traces how muscles...

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Fit at 50  by Caroline Idiens

Fit at 50

Caroline Idiens

"With week-by-week, full-body strength-based workouts, accompanied by 60 recipes developed with a registered dietitian specializing in women’s health, Fit at 50 will help you get stronger, fitter, and healthier in just six weeks. Caroline’s 360-degree...

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Chemically imbalanced  by Joanna Moncrieff

Chemically imbalanced

Joanna Moncrieff

"For decades now the public has been told that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance and that antidepressants work by targeting this mechanism. Millions of people have decided to take antidepressants based on this information. Chemically Imbalanced...

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Seven deadly sins  by Guy Leschziner

Seven deadly sins

Guy Leschziner

"Seven Deadly Sins will explore the underlying nature of the seven deadly sins, their neuroscientific and psychological basis, and their origin in our genes. Gluttony. Greed. Sloth. Pride. Envy. Lust. Anger. These are The Seven Deadly Sins, the vices of...

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The hormone reset diet  by Sara Gottfried

The hormone reset diet

Sara Gottfried

"When it comes to weight loss, most people don't think about hormones. But when you develop resistance to your seven major metabolic hormones--cortisol, thyroid, testosterone, growth hormone, leptin, insulin, and estrogen--your body adjusts by increasingly...

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Diet, drugs, and dopamine  by David A. Kessler

Diet, drugs, and dopamine

David A. Kessler

"Almost one in three Australians struggles with obesity and its related health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. It affects life expectancy and quality of life, and yet for decades medical bias and societal pressure have left many feeling...

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Walking for mind, body and soul  by Rowan Bailey

Walking for mind, body and soul

Rowan Bailey

"Our fast-paced world and technology-driven day-to-day lives have led us to lose touch with our once deep connection to nature. Fear not. This book unveils the extraordinary power of walking, helping you to reconnect with the outside world and transform this...

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Breaking waves  by Emma Simpson

Breaking waves

Emma Simpson

"A warm, reflective, and uplifting memoir about healing wounds, reclaiming a voice and discovering freedom through the open water. The open water. To the uninitiated, it represents the unknown, an expanse of mystery and uncertainty. But to those who brave the...

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Buddha's brain  by Rick (Psychologist) Hanson

Buddha's brain

Rick (Psychologist) Hanson

"The Buddha and other great teachers were born with brains built essentially like anyone else's--and then they changed their brains in ways that changed the world. Science is now revealing how the flow of thoughts actually sculpts the brain. By combining...

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Fix iron first  by Libby Weaver

Fix iron first

Libby Weaver

"In Fix Iron First, Dr Libby helps readers understand why addressing low iron is key - not just for overcoming fatigue but for resolving a wide range of health challenges. She explores how iron deficiency develops, and its impact across life stages from ...

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COVID-19 nation dates

COVID-19 nation dates

"The Institute recently completed the second edition of COVID-19 Nation Dates - A New Zealand timeline of significant events during the COVID-19 pandemic. The second edition builds on existing events and includes new ones from January 2020 to July 2024. More...

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The emotion code  by Bradley Nelson

The emotion code

Bradley Nelson

"In this newly revised and expanded edition of The Emotion Code, renowned holistic physician and lecturer Dr. Bradley Nelson skilfully lays bare the inner workings of the subconscious mind. He reveals how emotionally-charged events from your past can still be...

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Rest  by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang

Rest

Alex Soojung-Kim Pang

"For most of us, overwork is the new normal and rest is an afterthought. In our busy lives, rest is defined as the absence of work: late-night TV binges, hours spent trawling the internet, something to do once we've finished everything else on our to-do lists....

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ADD-friendly ways to organize your life  by Judith Kolberg

ADD-friendly ways to organize your life

Judith Kolberg

"Acclaimed professional organizer Judith Kolberg and Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, renowned ADHD clinical psychologist, are back with an updated edition of their classic text for adults with ADD. Their collaboration offers the best understanding and solutions for...

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Exercise science  by Stephen Glass

Exercise science

Stephen Glass

"Covers must-know information about the how and why to body movement. This useful primer covers content found in a typical introduction course in this topic area--which includes the likes of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and more. With current and helpful...

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Somatic exercises  by Kristin McGee

Somatic exercises

Kristin McGee

"In the book, renowned yoga, meditation and Pilates teacher Kristin McGee explains how you can use somatic exercise to strengthen the mind-body connection through movement. In simple, straightforward terms, the author explains exactly what somatic exercise is,...

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Sleep  by Clete Anthony Kushida

Sleep

Clete Anthony Kushida

"For many people, sleep is complicated. Sleep For Dummies demystifies your nightly shutdown, so that you understand the quantity and quality of sleep you need. You'll get answers to questions such as: What happens in your body and brain while you sleep? How...

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IBS  by Kristina Campbell

IBS

Kristina Campbell

"IBS For Dummies is a much-needed resource that covers all aspects of this common gastrointestinal disorder, from a basic understanding of how the digestive tract works to managing the difficult and often unpredictable symptoms that come with the condition....

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Autism  by John (Neurodiversity strategist) Marble

Autism

John (Neurodiversity strategist) Ma...

"Autism For Dummies is a comprehensive guide exploring the full spectrum of autism experiences. This essential resource deepens understanding for self-advocates, parents, educators, and professionals, fostering respect and acceptance for all individuals on the...

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Managing type 2 diabetes  by David Cavan

Managing type 2 diabetes

David Cavan

"In this comprehensive introductory book for Type 2 diabetes sufferers, and those at risk of developing the condition, Dr David Cavan explains how diabetes works in the body, the potential pitfalls of living with the disease, and how to avoid, delay - or even...

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Contraception  by Alice Pelton

Contraception

Alice Pelton

"It's easier than ever to fine-tune our health. We can access the latest science in diet and exercise to inform our decisions. Yet our knowledge and provision when it comes to contraception is woefully inadequate. The choices we make with our contraception can...

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Smartphone nation  by Kaitlyn Regehr

Smartphone nation

Kaitlyn Regehr

"Smartphones, social media and AI are here to stay. Leading expert Professor Kaitlyn Regehr, The Digital Nutritionist, gives us the tools to consume them safely, keeping the advantages and joy of the digital world, but teaching us how to and spot risks and...

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Self heal by design  by Barbara O'Neill

Self heal by design

Barbara O'Neill

"Self Heal By Design is an easy to read book that explains the role of micro-organisms in our bodies health and healing. The conditions required for good liver function, maintaining the correct acid and alkaline balance at the cell level, eliminating candida...

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I don't want to talk about it  by Terrence Real

I don't want to talk about it

Terrence Real

"A study of the hidden epidemic of male depression draws on case studies to examine the causes of the ailment and how men can heal themselves, repair relationships, and break the chain of depression"--Publisher's description.

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Mind your body  by Nicole J. Sachs

Mind your body

Nicole J. Sachs

"Does it feel like your body is failing you? It doesn't have to be this way. The thread that binds us is chronic pain, and conditions that limit us in countless ways. We live a shadow life, isolated by our pain. This struggle impacts our confidence at work, in...

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The 4-week endometriosis diet plan  by Katie Edmonds

The 4-week endometriosis diet plan

Katie Edmonds

"The 4-Week Endometriosis Diet Plan shows you how to manage endometriosis naturally by taking control of what you eat--which has been proven to help you feel better"--Publisher's description.

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The treatment of kidney failure in New Zealand

The treatment of kidney failure in New Zealand

"This book tells the history of the treatment of people with kidney failure in New Zealand; beginning in the early 1950s this story encompasses remarkable experiences of patients and their families, and of the contributions made by dedicated health...

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Metabolic freedom  by Ben Azadi

Metabolic freedom

Ben Azadi

"Metabolic Freedom is for those who are fed up with the failed diet dogma of fad diets, calorie counting and excessive exercise, and are looking to finally break free with a new paradigm on how to reset their metabolism to achieve metabolic freedom. With...

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The anatomy of stretching  by Brad Walker

The anatomy of stretching

Brad Walker

"Manage pain and increase your physical wellness with 135 stretching exercises you can do anywhere, anytime-without special equipment! This updated edition includes 20 new stretches, expanded anatomy and physiology information, full-color anatomical...

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Rediscovered  by Catherine Asta

Rediscovered

Catherine Asta

"A guide to self-discovery for late discovered autistic women, written by Catherine Asta, an autistic psychotherapist and host of the hit podcast, 'The Late Discovered Club'. Chapters include advice on masking, mental health, meltdowns and menopause, with...

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Strong on!  by Pat (Online business consultant) Flynn

Strong on!

Pat (Online business consultant) Fl...

"Strong ON! offers a variety of streamlined workout agendas with helpful images and comprehensive justifications for its successful results"--Publisher's description.

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Parenting dyslexia  by Lisa Rappaport

Parenting dyslexia

Lisa Rappaport

"Fifteen million children in the United States have been diagnosed with dyslexia. This learning disability is a major challenge not only for the kids, but also for their parents, families, teachers, tutors, and therapists. And yet, dyslexia doesn't have to be...

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The Covid response  by Shaun C. author. Hendy

The Covid response

Shaun C. author. Hendy

'Some scientists prepare for such a moment for decades.'New Zealand's pandemic response delivered one of the lowest Covid-19 health burdens in the world, thanks to early elimination and high vaccination rates. While border controls and early lockdowns were...

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Stress tested  by Richard Mackenzie

Stress tested

Richard Mackenzie

"Everyone knows chronic stress is bad for you. But very few understand why – and how you can change things. A pioneering collaboration between a leading researcher and a well-known journalist, Stress: Tested explains how long-term stress hormones can make your...

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40 weeks  by Anna Blix

40 weeks

Anna Blix

"It takes 40 weeks to grow a human baby. Along the way, the relationship between the foetus and the pregnant woman bears resemblance to that of a parasite and its host. One takes and takes, while the other continue to give, risking their health in the process....

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A beginner's guide to the roots of yoga  by Nikita Desai

A beginner's guide to the roots of yoga

Nikita Desai

"Learn how to incorporate traditional yoga into your modern practice - and feel the benefits. Yoga in its authentic form is focused on inclusivity, inner work and peace. A Beginner's Guide to the Roots of Yoga is the essential companion for anyone who wants to...

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The weight's over, take back control  by Sandra Roycroft-Davis

The weight's over, take back control

Sandra Roycroft-Davis

"This book is not just about weight loss - it is about reclaiming control of your mind, body and life. After almost 20 years working in behavioural science and therapy, Sandra Roycroft-Davis has seen how deeply our relationship with food is connected with our...

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Kettlebell  by Bobbie Wright

Kettlebell

Bobbie Wright

"The great thing about the kettlebell is that it allows you to perform resistance cardio. This means you are using cardiovascular training that increases your heartrate and helps you to burn fat. At the same time though, you are also lifting weight, which...

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What becomes of the broken-hearted  by Juliet Sullivan

What becomes of the broken-hearted

Juliet Sullivan

"Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the heart muscle becomes suddenly and severely weakened as a result of great emotional and/or physical stress, causing the heart's left ventricle (main pumping chamber) to become significantly enlarged,...

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Vaccine nation  by Raina MacIntyre

Vaccine nation

Raina MacIntyre

"After the introduction of mass vaccination in Australia, infections like diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles, which had caused thousands of deaths a year in the first half of the twentieth century, had dropped to almost zero by the year 2000. While...

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Mayo clinic guide to better sleep  by Timothy I. Margenthaler

Mayo clinic guide to better sleep

Timothy I. Margenthaler

"If there's one thing a century or more of sleep science has established, it's that sleep deserves to be a priority. It's not. We hear much about the importance of exercise to our long-term well-being, and how diet and health are inextricably linked. Sleep,...

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A long, dark shadow  by Allyn Walker

A long, dark shadow

Allyn Walker

"Challenging widespread assumptions that persons who are preferentially attracted to minors-often referred to as "pedophiles"-are necessarily also predators and sex offenders, this book takes readers into the lives of non-offending minor-attracted persons...

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Good stress  by Jeff Krasno

Good stress

Jeff Krasno

"Jeff Krasno, the founder and CEO of the global wellness platform Commune Media, thought he was pretty healthy. Though he suffered from brain fog, chronic fatigue, and bouts of insomnia, those symptoms seemed utterly normal in today's society. When he learned...

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Food noise  by Jack Mosley

Food noise

Jack Mosley

"In a world captivated by the promise of GLP-1 drugs - Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others - one question remains: how do you lose weight well and sustain it for life? How do you drown out all the food noise? This groundbreaking guide by Dr Jack Mosley builds...

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Bizarre  by Marc Dingman

Bizarre

Marc Dingman

"The human brain is an impossibly complex and delicate instrument - capable of extraordinary calculations, abundant creativity and linguistic dexterity. But the brain is not just the most brilliant of evolutionary wonders. It's also one of the most bizarre....

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How to winter  by Kari Leibowitz

How to winter

Kari Leibowitz

"Nobody can change the weather, but Dr. Kari Leibowitz's groundbreaking How to Winter will help you dramatically shift how you feel about the darkest and coldest of the seasons. Leibowitz is the world's foremost winter psychology mindset expert, and in How to...

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Push back  by Amy B. Tuteur

Push back

Amy B. Tuteur

"A Harvard-trained physician examines the role of guilt in today's childbirth and early parenting choices, challenging popular misconceptions while arguing that the natural parenting movement is capitalizing on practices that serve to manipulate rather than...

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Sacred oils  by Felicity Warner

Sacred oils

Felicity Warner

"Sacred oils are part of a mysterious and ancient art that dates back thousands of years. Their knowledge is passed from master to master - only a handful of people alive hold this knowledge. Among them is Felicity Warner, a healer and...

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The hormone fix  by Anna Cabeca

The hormone fix

Anna Cabeca

"As women approach menopause, many start to experience the physical and emotional indignities of hormonal fluctuation: metabolic stall and weight gain, hot flashes and night sweats, insomnia, memory loss or brain fog, irritability, low libido, and painful sex....

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The Latina anti-diet  by Dalina Soto

The Latina anti-diet

Dalina Soto

"Challenges diet culture by integrating intuitive eating with cultural cuisines, using the author's method to help readers embrace foods of their culture, confront negative food narratives, and honor their health while celebrating the flavors and traditions...

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Your body already knows  by Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya

Your body already knows

Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya

"Your Body Already Knows by Nidhi Pandya is a practical guide to transforming your life in 21 days through Ayurveda. The book simplifies the ancient principles of Ayurveda into actionable steps for modern living, focusing on improving sleep, gut health, mood,...

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Social anxiety  by Laura (Laura L. C.) Johnson

Social anxiety

Laura (Laura L. C.) Johnson

"Feeling anxious around people? Not sure where to start? Then this user-friendly, practical resource might be exactly what you're looking for. This workbook helps you tackle your fear of judgment and worry about what others think of you. You'll find simple...

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Tripping over the truth  by Travis Christofferson

Tripping over the truth

Travis Christofferson

"Updated and Expanded Edition. A masterful synchronization of history and cutting-edge science shines new light on humanities darkest diagnosis. In the wake of the Cancer Genome Atlas project's failure to provide a legible roadmap to a cure for cancer,...

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Women's health all-in-one

Women's health all-in-one

"A complete guide to total wellness, for women of all ages. Women's Health All-in-One For Dummies is a guide to health, healing, balance, and prevention at every age. Improve your own health and help close the gender health gap by learning everything you need...

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Aging or Alzheimer's?  by Kenneth Frumkin

Aging or Alzheimer's?

Kenneth Frumkin

"Two of three Americans will experience cognitive impairment by the age of 70. But is it natural age-related forgetfulness, or the early indication of Alzheimer's Disease or other types of dementia? How worried should older people--or their families and...

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Principles of occupational health and hygiene

Principles of occupational health and hygiene

"Now in its fourth edition, Principles of Occupational Health and Hygiene:An Introduction allows for early career occupational hygienists and occupational health and safety professionals or students to develop their basic skills and knowledge to anticipate,...

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Motivational interviewing  by William R. (William Richard) Miller

Motivational interviewing

William R. (William Richard) Miller

"Now in a fully rewritten fourth edition, this is the authoritative presentation of motivational interviewing (MI), the powerful approach to facilitating change. It has been updated and streamlined to be even more user-friendly as a practitioner guide and...

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Plants that heal  by Rachel Newcombe

Plants that heal

Rachel Newcombe

"From garden herbs and flowers to foraged fruits and berries, plants have the power to nourish and heal. Used in home remedies and by professional herbalists for thousands of years, nature’s medicine chest offers incredible healing benefits for body, mind, and...

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Growing together  by Carson Meyer

Growing together

Carson Meyer

"In this groundbreaking pregnancy book, Carson Meyer draws on her experience as a birth doula helping hundreds of families welcome their babies into the world. With a holistic focus on wellness, health, and spirituality, Growing Together offers birthing...

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Self-care for winter  by Suzy Reading

Self-care for winter

Suzy Reading

"A 7-step guide to winter: how to not only survive the winter months but to thrive in them. Are you feeling it too? The genuine urge to bunker in, a growing need for rest, a deep desire to seek comfort? As the days become shorter and the cold descends,...

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Unshrunk  by Laura Delano

Unshrunk

Laura Delano

"The powerful memoir of one woman's experience with psychiatric diagnoses and medication, and her journey to discover her true self outside the mental health system At age thirteen, Laura Delano's parents brought her to her first psychiatrist who quickly...

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The Whiteboard Daily book of cues for everyone  by Karl Eagleman

The Whiteboard Daily book of cues for everyone

Karl Eagleman

"Karl Eagleman, bestselling author and revered coach, delivers a new set of visually stunning movement cues that are tailored to everyone. The coaching world has been using cues to help teams and individual athletes find success. Now weekend warriors, casual...

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Private parts  by Eleanor Thom

Private parts

Eleanor Thom

"Like 1 in 10 women in the UK, Eleanor Thom has endometriosis and she thinks that it's time to talk a bit more about our private parts. Part memoir, part guide book and part survival guide, Private Parts retraces Eleanor's own journey with endometriosis,...

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Yoga for pelvic floor and postpartum health  by Meagen Satinsky

Yoga for pelvic floor and postpartum health

Meagen Satinsky

"The first comprehensive anatomy and yoga practice manual for postpartum pelvic healing-a gender-inclusive guide to poses, practices, and exercises for pelvic-floor, pain, dysfunction, and recovery"--Publisher's description.

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Thou shalt not be aware  by Alice Miller

Thou shalt not be aware

Alice Miller

"Originally published in 1984, Thou Shalt Not Be Aware explodes Freud's notions of "infantile sexuality" and helps to bring to the world's attention the brutal reality of child abuse, changing forever our thoughts of "traditional" methods of child-rearing. Dr....

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The Australian guide to living well with endometriosis  by Maree Davenport

The Australian guide to living well with endometriosis

Maree Davenport

"The Australian Guide to Living Well with Endometriosis aims to help you recognise, manage and treat this life-altering condition. Drawing on the latest medical research as well as the real-world experiences of diverse Aussie women, it delivers science-backed...

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