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This reprint of the 14th (King's) Hussars unit history was first
published in 1901 and appears here in a new quality edition. The
14th (King's) Hussars, originally formed in 1715 as Dromer's
Dragoons and later as the King's Light Dragoons, was one of the
most distinguished regiments in the British cavalry with battle
honors earned in the Peninsular War, Punjab, Persia, Central India,
and South Africa. This complete history is presented
chronologically and details the commanders, operations and uniforms
from 1715-1900, and is complemented with superb full color plates
of uniforms and standards, and duotone photographs of the
regimental commanders during this period. Detailed maps show
operational campaign details.
Published soon after his untimely death, this spirited memoir of
the artist and illustrator Randolph Caldecott (1846-1886) will
appeal as much for its value as a portrait composed by a close
acquaintance, as for the many drawings it contains. Written by
Henry Blackburn (the editor of the London Society, 'an illustrated
magazine of light and amusing literature' to which Caldecott
contributed a number of drawings), it uses a style similar to that
of Caldecott himself, who often peppered his papers, personal
letters to family and friends, and even official documents with
small sketches. These would take as their subject some humorous
remark, or simply illustrate the content of the text. Beyond
illustration (in which he was highly successful) Caldecott had a
varied career as a sculptor and oil painter (exhibiting at the
Royal Academy) and as a watercolourist, being elected to the Royal
Institute of Watercolour Painting in 1872.
The Seven Countries Study has made central contributions to the
under standing of the socio-cultural influences on population rates
of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). It has pointed the way to
preventive strategies for whole populations. The Study is unique as
a long-term investigation, now in its 35th year. This pioneering
work arose in part from a meeting between Professors Ancel Keys and
Noboru Kimura to discuss differences observed in clinical mani
festations and pathology of coronary disease in the U.S. and Japan.
Professor Keys started explorations of the importance in these
differences of dietary fat and serum cholesterol when he visited
Japan in 1954, and thereafter initiated the Seven Countries Study
to test these hypotheses. In the Japanese cohorts of the Study, it
became evident from the outset that coronary artery disease was
extremely rare, but its incidence has since increased along with
dramatic lifestyle changes from traditional Japanese to western
styles. The Japanese experience contrasts with a reduction in
coronary artery disease in many western countries along with
establishment of major preventive efforts in risk factor reduction
and cardiac care."
The Seven Countries Study was the first to establish credible data
on incidence and death rates of CHD in contrasting cultures. The
study documented population differences in average levels and
distributions of coronary risk factors. It also demonstrated large
differences in composition of the diet in otherwise similar,
stable, rural agricultural or pastoral populations. Diet and
cigarette smoking explained most of the differences in population
CHD rates, while changes in serum cholesterol and blood pressure
levels between entry and 25-year follow-up examinations explained
much of the change in CHD death rates.
Results of the Seven Countries Study were crucial to the concept
of population causes, that is, the mass phenomena involved in the
genesis of coronary heart disease, and which influence widespread
individual and species susceptibility. Where environments are
unfavourable one finds maximal exhibition of coronary risk and a
heavy population disease burden. Where favourable, individual
(genetic) susceptibility is attenuated. This concept developed from
the Seven Countries study design that combined, for the first time,
a population and an individual approach. The study was realised
trough effective collaboration established among clinicians,
epidemiologists and nutritionists from Europe, the U.S.A., and
Japan.
Implications: The Seven Countries Study has played a central
role in the population strategy of heart disease prevention and
health promotion, complementing traditional medical strategies. It
contributed to the notion that major risk factors universally
predict individual risk. Cultures as well as individuals were found
to differ greatly in absolute risk of a coronaryevent at any level
of single or combined risk factors, presumably due to different
duration of risk exposure, different gene-environment interactions,
and to factors not yet known. Intervention strategy is therefore
best determined by absolute risk. Finally, the medical, public
health, and nutrition community, as well as agribusiness
internationally, have been profoundly influenced by the Seven
Countries Study in their recommendations, toward more healthy
eating patterns.
Three generations of Seven Countries investigators gathered in
Fukuoka, Japan, on October 30, 1993, to report on the past,
present, and future of this vital ongoing study on cardiovascular
disease epidemiology. The occasion was the 35th anniversary of the
study, which contrasts lifestyles, diet, and cardiovascular disease
rates in Japan, Greece, Yugoslavia, Italy, the Netherlands,
Finland, and the United States. This volume collects the formal
presentations at the 35th anniversary symposium. The Seven
Countries Study was the first to carry out both cross-sectional and
longitudinal research in populations contrasting in cardiovascular
disease rate, lifestyle, and diet. This work presents a brief
overview and history of the study followed by the investigators'
summaries of their findings on recent dramatic increases and
decreases in risk factors and disease rates. The investigators'
presentations are capped by overviews from Dr. Frederick Epstein,
University of Zurich, and Dr. Jeremiah Stamler, Northwestern
University.
This book will appeal to anyone interested in the origins, results,
present activities, and public health implications of this active,
pioneering study in cardiovascular disease epidemiology.
Promote heart health, support brain health, and reduce
inflammation, with this comprehensive cookbook filled with 500
flexible, flavorful recipes and practical tips for healthy eating
The Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop
Hypertension) eating patterns are scientifically proven to be the
healthiest for our hearts, and they even have added brain health
benefits. Combined, they make the MIND (Mediterranean-DASH
Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) diet, which further
reduces the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Cooking a la
Heart incorporates all three into one nourishing, wholesome,
environmentally friendly cookbook with 500 delicious,
health-promoting recipes for every meal (plus snacks and desserts),
including: Spinach Scramble Pita Pockets - Turkey-Vegetable Soup -
Cilantro-Lime Chicken & Corn Salad - A la Heart Mexican
Inspired Mac & Cheese - Shrimp Tacos - Blueberry Crisp -
Pumpkin Spice Ginger Bars an emphasis on plant-based ingredients,
healthy fats, and thoughtful use of dairy, poultry, and lean red
meat nutrition facts for calories, protein, total carbs, dietary
fiber, added sugars, total fat, saturated fat, omega-3s, sodium,
and potassium With Cooking a la Heart, eating healthier isn't
difficult or boring-it's an investment to keep you enjoying good
food for many years to come.
The Seven Countries Study was the first to establish credible data
on incidence and death rates of CHD in contrasting cultures. The
study documented population differences in average levels and
distributions of coronary risk factors. It also demonstrated large
differences in composition of the diet in otherwise similar,
stable, rural agricultural or pastoral populations. Diet and
cigarette smoking explained most of the differences in population
CHD rates, while changes in serum cholesterol and blood pressure
levels between entry and 25-year follow-up examinations explained
much of the change in CHD death rates. Results of the Seven
Countries Study were crucial to the concept of population causes,
that is, the mass phenomena involved in the genesis of coronary
heart disease, and which influence widespread individual and
species susceptibility. Where environments are unfavourable one
finds maximal exhibition of coronary risk and a heavy population
disease burden. Where favourable, individual (genetic)
susceptibility is attenuated. This concept developed from the Seven
Countries study design that combined, for the first time, a
population and an individual approach.The study was realised trough
effective collaboration established among clinicians,
epidemiologists and nutritionists from Europe, the U.S.A., and
Japan. Implications: The Seven Countries Study has played a central
role in the population strategy of heart disease prevention and
health promotion, complementing traditional medical strategies. It
contributed to the notion that major risk factors universally
predict individual risk. Cultures as well as individuals were found
to differ greatly in absolute risk of a coronary event at any level
of single or combined risk factors, presumably due to different
duration of risk exposure, different gene-environment interactions,
and to factors not yet known. Intervention strategy is therefore
best determined by absolute risk. Finally, the medical, public
health, and nutrition community, as well as agribusiness
internationally, have been profoundly influenced by the Seven
Countries Study in their recommendations, toward more healthy
eating patterns.
"Bacterial Biogeochemistry, Third Edition" focuses on bacterial
metabolism and its relevance to the environment, including the
decomposition of soil, food chains, nitrogen fixation, assimilation
and reduction of carbon nitrogen and sulfur, and microbial
symbiosis. The scope of the new edition has broadened to provide a
historical perspective, and covers in greater depth topics such as
bioenergetic processes, characteristics of microbial communities,
spatial heterogeneity, transport mechanisms, microbial biofilms,
extreme environments and evolution of biogeochemical cycles.
Provides up-to-date coverage with an enlarged scope, a new
historical perspective, and coverage in greater depth of topics of
special interestCovers interactions between microbial processes,
atmospheric composition and the earth's greenhouse
propertiesCompletely rewritten to incorporate all the advances and
discoveries of the last 20 years such as applications in the
exploration for ore deposits and oil and in remediation of
environmental pollution
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