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Fasting cancer  by Valter Longo

Fasting cancer

Valter Longo

"A groundbreaking guide to how fasting and nutritechnology are revolutionizing the prevention and treatment of cancer, from the bestselling author of The Longevity Diet. Despite all our scientific advances, which have allowed us to prevent and treat so many...

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Cheese matters  by Alice (Managing director) Shopland

Cheese matters

Alice (Managing director) Shopland

Cheese matters not just in our diets, but in how we relate to the world around us. It's about finding joy in food without causing harm.

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Everything I know about hormones  by Hannah Alderson

Everything I know about hormones

Hannah Alderson

"For too long, women have been led to believe that hormones are our enemies. With concerns brushed off by doctors, we find ourselves struggling with our hormones, and blaming them for bloating, stress, tiredness and so much more. But what if they aren't the...

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Mindfulness for health  by Vidyamala Burch

Mindfulness for health

Vidyamala Burch

"'Mindfulness for Health' reveals a series of simple practices that you can incorporate into your daily life to significantly reduce pain, suffering and exhaustion. Clinical trials show that mindfulness is at least as effective as the most commonly prescribed...

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Medical terminology  by Beverley Henderson

Medical terminology

Beverley Henderson

"Medical Terminology For Dummies is a resource for current and prospective healthcare professionals who need to understand medical terms, from common to complex. This book clearly explains how to quickly identify, pronounce, define, and apply medical terms in...

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What your doctor eats  by Camilla Stokholm

What your doctor eats

Camilla Stokholm

"When Dr Camilla Stokholm started work as a GP, her health unravelled; she rapidly gained weight, felt exhausted and had debilitating IBS. Determined to find out the root cause, she discovered that what she ate each day played a much bigger role in her...

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Goodbye to inflammation  by Sandra Moñino

Goodbye to inflammation

Sandra Moñino

"What if you could resolve the root factor that exacerbates weight gain, bloat, stress, and aging? What if you could reduce and prevent the underlying condition at the base of every chronic health issue? With a plan to fight inflammation, you can. Many people...

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The joy reset  by MaryCatherine McDonald

The joy reset

MaryCatherine McDonald

"While the research on resilience, joy, gratitude, hope, and posttraumatic growth proves unequivocally that these emotions are healing to anyone struggling, we haven't yet found a way to truly adapt it into actionable tools for people with a trauma history. To...

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The anti inflammatory diet  by Dale Pinnock

The anti inflammatory diet

Dale Pinnock

"Not another boring anti -inflammatory cookbook. This is a science lesson, from an experienced nutritionist, to give you the tools to manage inflammation for life. Beat Inflammation Easily & Effectively With The Power Of Food. The food that you eat CAN...

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High functioning  by Judith Joseph

High functioning

Judith Joseph

"A tried-and-tested handbook for understanding and controlling High Functioning Depression, the overlooked mental health crisis affecting millions. Do you feel you're simply going through the motions? Succeeding at work, pulling your weight at home, living an...

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The Yellow Emperor's Classic of medicine  by Maoshing Ni

The Yellow Emperor's Classic of medicine

Maoshing Ni

"The Neijing is one of the most important classics of Taoism, as well as the highest authority on traditional Chinese medicine. Its authorship is attributed to the great Huang Di, the Yellow Emperor, who reigned during the third millennium BCE. This new...

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The walking cure  by Annabel Streets

The walking cure

Annabel Streets

"In this inspirational book Annabel Streets explains the curative and therapeutic benefits of 20 easy-­to-­find landscapes, both rural and from mountains to meadows, disused railway lines to rivers and coastal cliffs to city parks. Streets reveals not only the...

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Explaining AuDHD  by Khurram Sadiq

Explaining AuDHD

Khurram Sadiq

"New to the world of AuDHD? Let us explain... You're probably familiar with autism or with ADHD by now: an increase of information online has helped more people advocate for assessments. However, much of the discussion around the two conditions centres on...

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Adult children of borderline parents  by Daniel S. Lobel

Adult children of borderline parents

Daniel S. Lobel

"Heal the hidden wounds of growing up with a parent who has borderline personality disorder (BPD), develop a healthy sense of self, and reclaim your full potential. Did you grow up with a parent who has borderline personality disorder (BPD), or you suspect...

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Surviving cancer, COVID-19, & disease  by Justus R. Hope

Surviving cancer, COVID-19, & disease

Justus R. Hope

"ICU specialist Dr. Pierre Kory told the US Senate and the world about the lifesaving repurposed drug, Ivermectin, on December 8, 2021. He called it the solution to the Pandemic. Originally FDA approved to treat parasites; Ivermectin has shown incredible...

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The low GI guide to living well with PCOS  by Janette Brand Miller

The low GI guide to living well with PCOS

Janette Brand Miller

"In this newly revised edition of Living Well with PCOS, Dr. Jennie Brand-Miller and PCOS experts Drs. Nadir Farid and Kate Marsh address the root cause of PCOS --- insulin resistance --- and show you how eating a low-Gl diet can help alleviate even your most...

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Built from broken  by Scott H. Hogan

Built from broken

Scott H. Hogan

"Built from Broken presents a paradigm shift in how to think about corrective exercise, sports nutrition, and joint health. Once you see how the system works, you'll never look at exercise or joint health the same way again"--Publisher's description.

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They poisoned the world  by Mariah Blake

They poisoned the world

Mariah Blake

"In 2014, after losing several friends and relatives to cancer, an unassuming insurance underwriter in Hoosick Falls, New York, began to suspect that the local water supply was polluted. When he tested his tap water, he discovered dangerous levels of forever...

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Age less  by Sandra Parsons

Age less

Sandra Parsons

"When journalist Sandra Parsons suffered a serious back injury in her mid-40s, she knew things had to change. Years of smoking, drinking and late-night takeaways at her desk had taken their toll; she was in pain, and she felt... well, old. In her quest to heal...

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Valley of forgetting  by Jennie Erin Smith

Valley of forgetting

Jennie Erin Smith

"The riveting account of a community from the remote mountains of Colombia whose rare and fatal genetic mutation is unlocking the secrets of Alzheimer's disease. In the 1980s, a neurologist named Francisco Lopera traveled on horseback into the mountains...

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Sex and the narcissist  by H. G. Tudor

Sex and the narcissist

H. G. Tudor

"Tudor, a self-described narcissistic sociopath, explores in detail the sexual attitudes and behaviors of narcissists, as well as ways narcissists use sex to control their victims"--Publisher's description.

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She fights back  by Joanna Ziobronowicz

She fights back

Joanna Ziobronowicz

"Women are taught from childhood to be "good" -- often at the expense of the assertive and confident behaviours that will help keep them safe. Defence expert and Jiu-Jitsu world champion Joanna Ziobronowicz shows us how to combat these people-pleasing...

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Mythic plants  by Ellen Zachos

Mythic plants

Ellen Zachos

"Enjoy the ever-popular Greek myths anew by focusing on the surprising role plants play in the stories. When Prometheus stole fire from the Olympian gods to give to humans, he hid it in a stalk of giant fennel. Ancient Greeks preparing to commune with the...

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The end of worry  by Steve Bierman

The end of worry

Steve Bierman

"Are you a worrywart? You needn't be. Around the world, this little book is changing lives for the better. The bad habit of worrying can compromise health and happiness. Thankfully, Dr. Steve Bierman - award-winning author of HEALING and a leader in the Noetic...

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The menopause weight loss solution  by Michelle Biton

The menopause weight loss solution

Michelle Biton

"The Menopause Weight Loss Solution is the ultimate self-help guide for women seeking to stay healthy, positive, and beautiful during menopause. Packed with proven lifestyle tips and research-backed weight loss strategies, this book transforms the challenging...

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Following the herbal harvest  by Ann Armbrecht

Following the herbal harvest

Ann Armbrecht

"Using herbal medicines to heal the body is an ancient practice, but in the twenty-first century, it is also a worldwide industry. Most consumers know very little about where herbs come from and how they are processed into the hundreds of products that fill...

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I know I should exercise, but ...  by Diana (Psychotherapist) Hill

I know I should exercise, but ...

Diana (Psychotherapist) Hill

"An engaging guide for expanding your psychological flexibility to get your body moving more, using the powerful tools of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Whether your internal barrier is born of fear, malaise, inertia, embarrassment, or difficulty...

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Controlling contagion  by Sheilagh C. Ogilvie

Controlling contagion

Sheilagh C. Ogilvie

"From the Black Death to Covid, infectious diseases have killed far more people than hunger or violence, and they still cause 40 per cent of deaths in developing countries today. Epidemic disease is one of our best laboratories for exploring how societies deal...

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Inner sense  by Caroline Williams

Inner sense

Caroline Williams

"Interoception is one of our most important - and most mysterious - senses. It's how our bodies tell our brains what we're feeling - when we're hungry, when we're cold, how we're feeling in ourselves and how to respond to stress or panic. Little understood...

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What we value  by Emily Falk

What we value

Emily Falk

"In What We Value, neuroscientist Emily Falk explores how we can make more purposeful, fulfilling decisions by understanding the brain's "value calculation"--the subconscious process behind our daily choices. Drawing on her own research, Falk reveals how we...

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Living your healthiest semaglutide life  by Summer Kessel

Living your healthiest semaglutide life

Summer Kessel

""Practical, informative, and empowering--this book is a must-read for anyone who is thinking about, or already on, a GLP-1 medication for weight loss. Summer Kessel offers the tools and guidance you need to make lasting, meaningful changes to your nutrition...

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ADHD unpacked  by Alex Conner

ADHD unpacked

Alex Conner

"Join Alex and James as they walk you through ADHD myth-busters (it's not a trend, technology doesn't cause it and medication can be effective - 80% of people who take ADHD medication think so!), the long-held perceptions of ADHD (did you know that it was once...

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I'm your Peri Godmother  by Shelly Horton

I'm your Peri Godmother

Shelly Horton

"The first Australian guide to perimenopause, featuring Shelly Horton's incredible story along with interviews with local and international menopause experts including Dr Louise Newson, Dr Mary Claire Haver, Dr Kelly Casperson and Dr Ginni Mansberg. Health...

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Lymphoedema  by John Boyages

Lymphoedema

John Boyages

"Lymphoedema is a distressing condition that can develop after cancer treatment, causing persistent swelling as an ongoing reminder of a patient’s journey. This book offers practical guidance on prevention, diagnosis, and management, covering the causes, early...

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Living well with Dr. Michelle  by Michelle Jorgensen

Living well with Dr. Michelle

Michelle Jorgensen

"Living Well with Dr. Michelle provides a regenerative, energy-boosting approach to wellness that will empower you to have the energy and health you need to live the life you want"--Publisher's description.

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Going menopostal  by Amy Alkon

Going menopostal

Amy Alkon

"For women affected by conditions such as perimenopause and menopause, Going Menopostal empowers all women with the science and strategies they need to get the evidence-based care they expect and deserve"--Publisher's description.

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Complete guide to landmine training  by David Otey

Complete guide to landmine training

David Otey

"This book is a complete guide to selecting, setting up, and using landmine devices for fitness. It explains how to safely implement the equipment. It includes individual exercises and training programs that can be used in achieving a variety of strength and...

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Mental as anyone  by Jonathon Moran

Mental as anyone

Jonathon Moran

"Mental health issues can effect anyone at any stage in life. In this book the authors share personal insights and helpful advice for combatting life's up and downs, plus essential tools and strategies for conquering doubt and chaos and embracing a life you...

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Immune to age  by Jenna Macciochi

Immune to age

Jenna Macciochi

"From gut health to brain health, inflammation to hormonal shifts, Immune to Age is the ultimate preventative care framework that equips readers with the knowledge and tools to reclaim control over their health and ensure every year is a good one. In an era of...

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Find your food voice  by Julie Duffy Dillon

Find your food voice

Julie Duffy Dillon

"Consider, what if diets are the problem, not me? By uncovering the real villain-the Seductive 'I-Should-Eat' Script-you will begin to remove years of shame and blame. You haven't been doing it wrong-systemic oppressions operating within the diet industry have...

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Healing the modern brain  by Drew Ramsey

Healing the modern brain

Drew Ramsey

"The human brain--the complex organ responsible for our thoughts, feelings, and actions--has long been misunderstood. Dr. Drew Ramsey argues that to heal our brains, we must start considering conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction--and the...

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Body-first healing  by Brittany (Speaker) Piper

Body-first healing

Brittany (Speaker) Piper

"Brittany spent most of her life sitting across from therapists recalling the painful stories of her trauma. But rehashing each event -- being put into foster care as a baby, losing her brother in a car accident, enduring a brutal rape and a public trial, and...

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Walk yourself well  by Nina Barough

Walk yourself well

Nina Barough

"Make every step count. Boost your mental health, Lengthen your life, Improve mobility & flexibility and Reduce your risk of disease. From mastering your technique and setting your pace to walking in different climates and terrains, this practical guide has...

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Foundational strength  by John Flagg

Foundational strength

John Flagg

"The first rule of construction: Only build on a solid foundation. This is just as true in strength training. A program built on sound principles, anchored by science and reinforced by research, will reward you with tangible results and a lifetime of lifting...

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Adaptable  by Herman Pontzer

Adaptable

Herman Pontzer

"Real diversity isn't skin deep. Over the past 100,000 years, as humans expanded into every biome on the planet, our bodies and our cultures have been fine-tuned to our local environments. Our ability to adapt is at the heart of being human and the engine of...

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The brain at rest  by Joseph Jebelli

The brain at rest

Joseph Jebelli

"We are constantly told to make the most of our time. Stop procrastinating. Optimise. To be happy, creative and successful requires discipline and focus. The most important thing is to be efficient with every precious hour. But when we let our brains rest, and...

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Floored  by Sara Reardon

Floored

Sara Reardon

"Too many women put up with pelvic floor discomfort, thinking their symptoms are 'just part of motherhood and aging'. And for far too long, the American health care system has normalized pelvic problems, leaving women feeling hopeless, ashamed and suffering in...

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Power to the pelvis  by Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas

Power to the pelvis

Alicia Jeffrey-Thomas

"The pelvic floor is often overlooked, misunderstood or even considered taboo--so let's talk about it! Focusing on your pelvic floor can be the solution for tons of symptoms like lower back pain, peeing when you sneeze, finding it hard to have a bowel...

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Hatha yoga  by Ram (Yoga teacher) Jain

Hatha yoga

Ram (Yoga teacher) Jain

"This book describes the benefits of yoga for health and well-being. It includes information on how to sequence asanas to create yoga practices for different levels, themes, and goals. It includes more than 200 asanas with instructions, alignment cues,...

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Brain  by Elizabeth R. Ricker

Brain

Elizabeth R. Ricker

"Brain: An Owner's Guide is an informative and practical guide to all aspects of brain health, from maximising your mental wellbeing today to protecting your brain against future serious health issues. Leading neuroscientist Eli Ricker explains how the brain...

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Ultra-processed women  by Milli Hill

Ultra-processed women

Milli Hill

"Unpacking the truth about what's on your plate – and what it's doing to your health. Everyone is talking about ultra-processed food (UPF) and its impact on our health – but what about women? Is this very modern way of eating having a unique and specific...

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Your worry makes sense  by Martin Brunet

Your worry makes sense

Martin Brunet

"How do you make sense of worry? On the surface, anxiety and panic seem to make no sense at all. But if you dig a little deeper, you can understand why we need some anxiety to survive and how it can escalate to become a problem. And once you learn that it...

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1,001 days  by Sue Gerhardt

1,001 days

Sue Gerhardt

"We think of babyhood and old age as polar opposites on the spectrum of life. Yet they are profoundly linked. Our early experiences set us up for a lifetime of good mental and physical health, or for future health challenges. 1,001 Days will explore the vital...

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Sun & ssukgat  by Michelle Jungmin Bang

Sun & ssukgat

Michelle Jungmin Bang

"A little book of the Korean art of self care: a simple, life changing guide, rooted in centuries-old Korean wisdom, to living a longer, happier, healthier life"--Publisher's description.

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Hoarding  by Laurel Sagen

Hoarding

Laurel Sagen

"Become more aware of the issue of hoarding • Learn how to help your loved one or friend • Gain clarity on the health, legal, and financial consequences of this real issue Laurel's Sagen's goal is to provide the information and resources you need to tackle the...

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Searching for normal  by Sami Timimi

Searching for normal

Sami Timimi

"More and more people are being diagnosed with ADHD and autism. More and more people are being diagnosed with mental disorders. Young people are being medicalised for behaviours that might be explained as entirely normal in other parts of the world. Distress...

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Probiotics in food

Probiotics in food

"This paper includes joint FAO and WHO work to evaluate the latest information and scientific evidence available on the functional and safety aspects of food probiotics, as well as the methodology to assess such aspects, by bringing together worldwide...

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Basic first aid made easy  by Vanessa Fraser

Basic first aid made easy

Vanessa Fraser

"An easy access and invaluable guide to basic first aid for New Zealanders. Revised edition published 2025. Written for the purposes of Corporate Public Response Training and Eventing Ltd's first aid courses." -- provided by publisher.

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In Covid's wake  by Stephen Macedo

In Covid's wake

Stephen Macedo

"An examination of the ways in which Covid policies, and the scientific debate which surrounded it, were politicized. In response to the Covid pandemic, public and private resources were expended on a vast scale-truly the equivalent of wartime. 2020 saw the...

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Narrative therapy in wonderland  by David Marsten

Narrative therapy in wonderland

David Marsten

"Therapists may marvel at children's imaginative triumphs, but how often do they recognize such talents as vital to the therapy hour? Should therapists reserve a space for make-believe only when nothing is at stake, or might it be precisely those moments when...

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Keto metabolic breakthrough  by David Jockers

Keto metabolic breakthrough

David Jockers

"In his new book, The Ketogenic Metabolic Breakthrough, Dr. David Jockers delivers a revolutionary new approach to transforming your health by using the principles of the ketogenic diet to reset your metabolism. Chronic illness, degenerative disease and...

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The complete guide to postpartum  by Sophie Walker

The complete guide to postpartum

Sophie Walker

"Is it supposed to be this hard? It's a question all new mothers ask. The moment after birthing your baby, you enter postpartum. It's the blurriest of transitions - there's joy and awe but also intense physical recovery, fluctuating hormones, a brain that...

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The wild genie  by Alexandra Pope

The wild genie

Alexandra Pope

"Menstruation is power-the power of knowledge, understanding and love of your own mind, body and soul as a woman; the nourishment and nurturing of the Feminine-The Wild Genie. Immediately engaging and beautifully written by Alexandra Pope, The Wild Genie is a...

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Fibres of a memory  by Natalie Kormos

Fibres of a memory

Natalie Kormos

"A lyrically rhyming story of the emotions, challenges and experiences of living with Alzheimer's. Following along from the perspective of a man living with Alzheimer's and his connections with loved ones and the world around him. This book provides an...

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Age stronger  by Matt Wiest

Age stronger

Matt Wiest

"The Aging Stronger Fix offers a realistic and sustainable 3-tier functional fitness approach that builds strength and mobility for your later years"--Publisher's description.

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Eat your age  by Ian K. Smith

Eat your age

Ian K. Smith

"A doctor and best-selling author provides decade-specific nutrition and lifestyle advice to help readers maximize longevity, prevent disease and age well, offering practical steps to optimize health and vitality in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond"--Publisher's...

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Biohack me  by Camilla Thompson

Biohack me

Camilla Thompson

"Do you struggle to prioritise your health amongst the demands of a busy lifestyle? Are you afraid of growing old and not thriving in your later years? Then maybe biohacking is for you. Biohacking is all about hacking your biology and environment so you can...

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Breath  by Prem Rawat

Breath

Prem Rawat

"Bring peace into your present moment through the power of breath with Global Peace Ambassador Prem Rawat Breath - it marks the beginning and end of life, it is the one thing shared by all human beings, and yet it is one of the most overlooked aspects of the...

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The shapeless unease  by Samantha Harvey

The shapeless unease

Samantha Harvey

"This genre-defying debut memoir by Betty Trask Prize winner, Samantha Harvey, weaves a tapestry of confessional anguish, flash fiction, cathartic poetry, and feverish observations on politics and psychology in a transcendent search for reality and truth. In...

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A parent's guide to tics and Tourette's disorder  by Nigel S. Bamford

A parent's guide to tics and Tourette's disorder

Nigel S. Bamford

"An accessible guide offering parents, caregivers and professionals essential knowledge on tic disorders, covering causes, diagnosis, co-occurring conditions, treatments and practical strategies to support children and navigate challenges for improved quality...

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Bodypedia  by Adam Taor

Bodypedia

Adam Taor

"An eclectic collection of strange and amazing stories about body parts you never knew you had, from acetabulum to zygomaticus major. Bodypedia is a lively, fact-filled romp through your body, from A to Z. Featuring almost 100 stories on topics ranging from...

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Girl, interrupted  by Susanna Kaysen

Girl, interrupted

Susanna Kaysen

"In 1967, after a session with a psychiatrist she'd never seen before, eighteen-year-old Susanna Kaysen was put in a taxi and sent to McLean Hospital to be treated for depression. She spent most of the next two years on the ward for teenage girls in a...

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The 30g plan  by Emma Bardwell

The 30g plan

Emma Bardwell

"From a highly experienced nutritionist, this book combines a hot topic in nutrition with the timeless question - how do I lose weight without dieting? The simple and sustainable route to weight loss. For many of us, losing weight can be a real battle - yo...

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Doctored  by Charles Piller

Doctored

Charles Piller

"Nearly seven million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease, a tragedy that is already projected to grow into a $1 trillion crisis by 2050. While families suffer and promises of pharmaceutical breakthroughs keep coming up short, investigative journalist...

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She comes first  by Ian Kerner

She comes first

Ian Kerner

"An indispensable guide for straight men by an expert sex therapist - how to have great sex and make your partner happy! Did you know that the clitoris has 8000 nerve endings, twice as many as the penis? Here is everything you've wondered about the female...

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Thrive  by Juan Pablo Quiñonez

Thrive

Juan Pablo Quiñonez

"Take on the toughest survival challenges with the ultimate guide to wilderness living and extended wilderness survival. With hard-earned advice from survival expert Juan Pablo Quiñonez-a participant in Season 9 of the hit TV survival series ALONE- and...

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The gene  by Siddhartha Mukherjee

The gene

Siddhartha Mukherjee

"The story of the gene begins in earnest in an obscure Augustinian abbey in Moravia in 1856 where Gregor Mendel, a monk working with pea plants, stumbles on the idea of a "unit of heredity." It intersects with Darwin's theory of evolution, and collides with...

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Why dementia makes communication difficult  by Alison Wray

Why dementia makes communication difficult

Alison Wray

"Dementia brings many challenges, not least its ability to disrupt effective communication. The quality of communication plays a major role in how well people living with a dementia manage. When communication doesn't work well, the complications of dementia...

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What you really want to know about life with dementia  by Karen Harrison Dening

What you really want to know about life with dementia

Karen Harrison Dening

"Supporting families and carers in their day-to-day life with dementia, this unique resource combines real stories from families with expert responses and advice for specific issues and concerns. This resource is based on the real stories and real questions...

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The divided mind  by John E. Sarno

The divided mind

John E. Sarno

"In his groundbreaking, perennially popular book that helped change the way we think about our health - now repackaged for a new generation of readers - Dr Sarno offers a guide to the range of psychosomatic (mindbody) disorders, which can include chronic pain,...

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A dim prognosis  by Ivor Popovich

A dim prognosis

Ivor Popovich

"This compelling tell-all reveals the realities of working as a doctor in New Zealand. Fast-paced and darkly funny, it chronicles ten years of working in medicine and sheds a light on where and why the health system is failing. From bullying and toxic culture...

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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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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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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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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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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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