The ancient Greeks trained in the nude in the gymnasium and also competed in the buff in the Olympic Games – they literally had skin in the game. The ancient Greek word for gymnasium – gumnasia – means to train naked. However, the ancient Greek gyms were not just for physical training but also had dedicated spaces for intellectual exercise, for philosophy, teaching and conversation.

To train naked is to show up just as you are – no pretences, no masks, no BS. We train to compete, we practise in order to nail a presentation. We should also be training to become better human beings, to craft meaningful lives, do work that matters, and to thrive in chaos. Pierre du Plessis’s daily reflections, meditations and practices presented in this book are a call to train naked, to practise for the ultimate marathon, and to have skin in the game.

Train Naked is a curated selection of short reflections – prompts to get skin in the game – on building a meaningful life and doing work that matters. Combined with a selection of ancient practices, such as meditation, Pierre’s thoughts and ideas aim to inspire each reader to take charge, to try, to act, to learn and to do.

Protecting against cancer and promoting healthy lifestyles is of utmost importance, but accurate information can be hard to find. For patients undergoing cancer treatments, proper diet is crucial. This extensively researched and tested cookbook is a valuable resource for people who need to prepare and cook meals for an individual living with cancer and/or a family going through a lifestyle change. The book is also a helpful and practical gift for people diagnosed with cancer and their family members and caregivers. The collection of 162 simple, delicious recipes, complete with easy step-by-step instructions, uses cancer-fighting, antioxidant-abundant foods and spices as well as high-fibre foods, potassium-rich foods and calcium-enriched foods. Some recipes are designed to maintain or increase weight during cancer treatments and post-treatment recovery. Low-fat recipes are also included. In addition to it being useful in helping a loved one recover from cancer, this cookbook features healthier, lower-fat and fun foods which are perfect for sharing with all family, relatives and friends.

"The Doctors Book of Food Remedies"
In just the last few years, scientists have found hundreds of substances in foods that go way beyond vitamins and minerals for pure healing power. In "The Doctors Book of Food Remedies," you will learn exactly how to use the "healing foods" to treat and prevent dozens of conditions, from arthritis and fatigue to high blood pressure and stroke.
Discover:
* A food that can block the harmful effects of secondhand smoke "(page 555)"
* How to stop cataracts with the carotenoids in spinach "(page 123)"
* A juice that reduces urinary tract infections by 58 percent "(page 545)"
* How a substance in grapefruit can help control diabetes "(page 185)"
* How to cut your risk of heart disease in half with three simple foods "(page 276)"
* A phytonutrient in buckwheat that prevents cholesterol from sticking to arteries "(page 95)"
* The beverage that can reduce the risk of stroke by 73 percent "(page 511)"
* How to stop an infection with nature's sweetner "(page 290)"
Plus, 150 nutrient-rich recipes that are specially designed to fight and reverse specific health problems.

What if a leading dermatologist just happened to be your best friend and you could ask her anything? DR. ELLEN MARMUR, a world-renowned New York City dermatologist, answers all your questions with this comprehensive, cutting-edge guide to healthy, beautiful skin. As a skin cancer surgeon--and a skin cancer survivor herself--Dr. Marmur has treated thousands of patients confused about sun protection, cosmeceuticals, and antiaging procedures. She believes that you need just three basic essentials for gorgeous, healthy skin and offers refreshingly accessible solutions to issues like acne breakouts, dry skin, wrinkles, and more. You'll get answers to important questions, such as: - What's the difference between sunblock and sunscreen, and which ingredients are the best? - Will drinking a lot of water make my skin look better? - What is the best facial cleanser and moisturizer for my skin? - What, besides plastic surgery, can help my sagging neck? - How do I know if this freckle is skin cancer? - Which antiaging products truly work? - What should I ask my dermatologist if I'm considering Botox, fillers, lasers, or other procedures? Filled with Dr. Marmur's passionate expertise, Simple Skin Beauty is the definitive, go-to handbook for protecting your skin at any age.