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Overwhelming evidence indicates plant-based eating is the healthy way
forward, both for people and the planet. But there are a wealth of
misconceptions and unanswered questions that need to be addressed.
Leading nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert is here to equip you with
everything you need to know about plant-based diets, separating fact
from fiction, to help you and your family optimize healthy nutrition
and avoid any of the pitfalls around going plant-based. This is simple,
flexible, and scientifically rigorous advice.
Covering every conceivable topic - from the power of 30 and embracing
the rainbow, through the role of gut bacteria in mental and physical
health, to plant-based for kids, taking supplements, and the benefits
of nutritional yeast - this book offers clear answers supported by
informative graphics.
The Science of Plant-based Nutrition demystifies the hottest topics in
healthy eating so you can embrace plant-based living with the maximum
benefits.
Ketogenic: The Science of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction in
Human Health presents the most up-to-date and evidence-based
science and research available in the field of TCR, with the
purpose of training medical and allied healthcare professionals on
the effective therapeutic use of low-carbohydrate and ketogenic
nutrition in clinical practice. This book explores the appropriate,
safe, and effective use of TCR to improve patient outcomes in a
broad range of chronic metabolic conditions and aims to promote
health. Focused on lifestyle management, health support, and the
treatment of diseases rooted in poor nutrition, Ketogenics: The
Science of Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction in Human Health
explores the role of food and lifestyle modification as medicine
and is a valuable resource for nutritionists, dietitians, and
medical professionals who provide diet-related counselling, as well
as those researching or studying related areas.
'A must-have for any woman targeting the distance' Runner's World
Master the Marathon is a comprehensive guide to marathon training
for women at all levels of running - beginner, intermediate and
advanced. Packed with tips from the foremost female experts and
coaches in running, Master the Marathon takes you through
everything you need to know to be prepared for the 26.2 miles of
the marathon, including: * Detailed training plans and strength
training programs * How to build mental awareness of your body *
Optimum nutrition and diet * Identifying and avoiding potential
injuries * Guidance on finding the best marathon for you Both
incredibly practical and deeply motivating, and including a
foreword by Olympic long-distance runner Desiree Linden, Master the
Marathon will help you unlock the strength and determination inside
you to embark on the spectacular journey that is the marathon.
Food and nutrition security - identified via availability, access,
utilization, and stability - and transitions to sustainable food
systems are major discourses in the agro-food arena, as many
countries today experience different forms of malnutrition
simultaneously, such as child undernutrition, anemia among women,
and adult obesity. Meanwhile, the triple burden of malnutrition
(undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiency) is
still widespread. Food Security and Nutrition explores integrated,
context-specific approaches to food security challenges,
emphasizing nutrition security as an integral component and
addressing the implications of food content to food and nutrition
security policies. Providing insight into these challenges through
agricultural, policy, nutritional, geographic and sustainability
lenses, Food Security and Nutrition is a valuable reference for
food scientists and nutrition researchers working in food supply,
food security, and nutrition security, and policy makers,
investors, and other decision-makers seeking to address food
insecurity around the world.
The handbook that every runner needs on their shelf. Why do I get a
headache after a run? Do runners really need to do strength and
conditioning? Will running damage my knees? How can I stop my skin
chafing on long runs? How quickly will I lose my fitness when I'm
off running? What's the best diet for a runner? Run Well answers
these and many other common health questions that runners ask.
Packed with practical, realistic and sound advice on topics from
head to toe, for all of the running community.
If you or someone you love suffers from heartburn, you know that it
can be very disruptive to your daily life. Most heartburn sufferers
say it stops them from enjoying food. Others say it keeps them from
getting a good night's sleep, it makes it hard to concentrate at
work, and it interferes with family activities. Sound familiar?
Don't worry. Heartburn is a pain, but it can be helped.
"Heartburn & Reflux For Dummies" is the plain-English guide
to relief for you if you've been recently diagnosed with heartburn
or reflux, if you suspect you may suffer from it, or if you're
concerned about your loved ones. This comprehensive book shows you
how to recognize symptoms, get an accurate diagnosis, and work with
a physician to receive the most effective treatment available.
You'll see how to: Get your symptoms under controlFind the right
physicianReduce stress and fine-tune your dietAvoid medicines that
trigger upsetDecide if surgery is right for you
This friendly guide explains what the various forms of reflux
are, as all too often reflux is either self-treated or mistreated
and followed by serious complications. There's detailed information
on building a comfortable lifestyle by reducing stress, improving
your diet, controlling portions, and timing your meals to minimize
heartburn and reflux. Plus, this sensitive guide even covers
heartburn in infants, children, and the elderly. You'll also
discover: How to heal the esophagus of inflammation or injury, as
well as manage or prevent complicationsThe latest information on
prescription medications and side effectsHealthy habits to adopt to
reduce your pain triggersHelpful home remedies and alternative
medicineThe special risks and remedies for heartburn during
pregnancyThe side effects and complications associated with
surgery
Complete with a catalog of heartburn medicines and a list of
reliable Web sites for people with digestive disorders, "Heartburn
& Reflux For Dummies" is your one-stop guide to stopping the
hurt, starting to heal, and enjoying food again
When Mimi first started jogging on a treadmill as an unfit
36-year-old mother-of-three, she never imagined she would go on to
become a World-Record-breaking ultrarunner. After coming to terms
with the anorexia that had impacted her life from a young age, Mimi
begins to reassess her relationship with food and finds a new
resolve in running. With a renewed sense of purpose, she decides to
take the sport that saved her life to the next level, training hard
and throwing herself in at the deep end by entering the epic
Marathon des Sables in the Sahara desert, despite still being a
novice runner. One startling success leads to another, as she finds
herself taking on ever-more-challenging races - from the Badwater
Ultramarathon in Death Valley, USA, to the 6633 Arctic Ultra - all
building up to her biggest challenge yet: attempting to gain the
Guinness World Record time for a female running 840 miles from John
o'Groats to Land's End. This incredible story of how an ordinary
mum ran her way into the record books will inspire beginner runners
and die-hard marathon devotees alike, proving that, no matter where
life takes you, it's never too late to achieve your dreams and do
the impossible.
The Fitness Instructor's Handbook, 4th edition, is the ultimate
resource for anyone working in, or wishing to enter, the fitness
industry. Packed full of illustrations, exercise photos, case
studies, revision questions and sample programmes - this guide
covers every aspect of the theory needed to work as a fitness
instructor. Clear, concise and accessible, the content is organised
with the specific needs of the fitness professional in mind and
covers topics such as: - The skeletal system - Muscles and tendons
- The energy system - Circulation and respiration - Components of
fitness - Safety issues - Customer service - Screening clients -
Planning and programme design - Exercise evaluation This new
edition includes advice on how to avoid poor exercise technique
that can increase the risk of injury. There is also a brand new
section on field protocols for typical health and fitness tests,
with guidance on how instructors can standardise them. Other
essential updates are also included that reflect changes to the
National Occupational Standards for both Level 2 and 3
qualifications. Offering the perfect blend of theory and practice
for every aspect of health and fitness, this is the resource you
will refer to time and again.
"Exercise, Aging, and Health" examines how social, cognitive,
biological and contextual forces influence activity patterns. First
discussing the pros and cons of physical activity for older
persons, the author summarizes the scientific evidence regarding
the effects of exercise among older adults, and then contrasts it
with the known risks of physical activity among the elderly. The
author provides guidelines for safe and easy movements that will
increase both strength and mobility. Additionally, the book
explores the theoretical reasons for which older people do not
pursue regular physical activity and how seniors may overcome this
reluctance.
"Exercise, Health and Aging" promotes awareness of the necessity
for physical activity among the elderly, and examines implications
for future health and social policy. It is essential reading for
professionals in gerontology, sports psychology, health psychology,
physical education and social science programs that deal with older
populations and community resources. I hope you'll consider this
book for review.
The groundbreaking book that revolutionized exercise nutrition and performance for female athletes, now freshly updated.
In ROAR, exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Stacy T. Sims, PhD, teaches you everything you need to know to adapt your nutrition, hydration, and training to work with your unique female physiology, rather than against it.
By understanding your physiology, you’ll know how best to adapt your lifestyle and build routines to maximize your performance, on and off the sports field. You’ll discover expert guidance on building a rock-solid foundation for fitness and everyday life with tips for determining your high-performance body composition, gaining lean muscle, and nailing your nutrition. Because a women’s physiology changes over time, you’ll also find full chapters devoted to pregnancy and menopause.
This revised edition includes a wealth of new research developments, expanded recommendations based on those findings, and updates to reflect the changing landscape of women's sports, including:
- An updated action plan for peak performance across all phases of your menstrual cycle, as there is never a bad day to perform at your best
- A fresh understanding about the impact of hormonal contraception on training
- A look into why you need more protein than the average woman and how these needs change across your lifespan
- The reasons why sleep is your most powerful recovery tool and how to manage disruptions to your internal clock
- A deep dive into saunas, cold plunges, and other training and recovery techniques as they apply to female physiology
- Insights into biohacking and what works (and doesn’t) for active women
No matter what your activity is—Olympic lifting, general fitness, endurance, or field sports—this book will empower you with the personal insight and knowledge you need to be in the healthiest, fittest, strongest shape of your life.
Aging has long been considered a normal process. We think disease,
frailty, and gradual decline are inevitable parts of life. But they're
not.
Science today sees aging as a treatable disease. By addressing the root
causes of aging we can not only increase our health span and live
longer but prevent and reverse the diseases of aging - including heart
disease, cancer, diabetes, and dementia.
In Young Forever, Dr Mark Hyman challenges us to reimagine our biology,
health, and the process of aging. To uncover the secrets to longevity,
he explores the biological hallmarks of aging, its causes, and its
consequences - then shows us how to overcome them with simple dietary,
lifestyle, and emerging longevity strategies.
You will learn:
·How to optimize your body's Key Longevity Switches
·How to reduce inflammation and support the health of your immune system
·How to exercise, sleep, and de-stress for healthy aging
·How to eat your way to a long life, featuring Dr Hyman's Pegan Diet
·Which supplements are right for you
·Where the research on aging is headed
With dozens of tips as well as an age-defying diet and lifestyle plan
and Dr Hyman's Healthy Aging Shake recipe, Young Forever is a
revolutionary, practical guide to creating and sustaining health - for
life.
For yoga teachers at every stage of their careers - not a what-to-teach guide but a how-to-teach guide
**Includes guidance on adapting your teaching to online platforms**
There's so much more to teaching yoga than doing yoga -- from building a relationship with a studio (or opening your own) to navigating client relationships, publicising classes, and avoiding burnout. Sage Rountree has been training yoga teachers for over a decade, and she's heard the same concerns over and over: How can I help my students best? How can I keep my teaching fresh? How can I make smart choices around my schedule, my money, and the next steps in my career?
The Professional Yoga Teacher's Handbook speaks directly to these concerns in a warm, friendly voice --boosting teachers' confidence in their ability to construct a heartfelt, balanced class, and to build a career that suits them. Rountree includes stories from her own experience, journal prompts, and thoughtful workbook exercises to help aspiring yoga teachers discern their path, and to provide current yoga teachers with much-desired continuing education. This is the book every yoga teacher needs!
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