The Goddess Gateway
"The Goddess Gateway: A Leadership Journey to Sovereign Power""The Goddess Gateway" is a transformative guide for professional Black women leaders who've achieved outward success yet feel spiritually empty inside. Dr. Camille Valentine addresses the painful reality of "professional passing"-the spiritual amputation that occurs when Black women fragment themselves to fit into corporate spaces never designed for their wholeness.Through twelve powerful chapters, readers journey from "remembering" their authentic selves to claiming their divine sovereignty. Dr. Valentine masterfully weaves spiritual wisdom with practical leadership strategies, addressing the racialized impostor syndrome that haunts even the most accomplished Black women executives.This book validates the exhaustion of code-switching, the isolation of being "the only one," and the body's rebellion against living fragmented lives. More importantly, it offers a pathway home-reconnecting readers to ancestral wisdom, divine feminine power, and integrated leadership that honors their full identity.Drawing on over twenty years of expertise in Alternative Dispute Resolution and groundbreaking research on Organizationally Induced Intrapersonal Trauma, Dr. Valentine provides both spiritual practices and actionable exercises. Each chapter guides readers toward reclaiming their throne, breaking generational patterns, and leading from wholeness rather than exhaustion.This isn't just personal development-it's spiritual revolution and collective liberation for Black women ready to rise.
Wisdom from Two Worlds
What if your best health is still ahead of you?In Wisdom from Two Worlds, internationally recognised cardiologist Dr Hosen Kiat draws on decades of clinical practice and lived experience to show how small, consistent habits support vitality and a long, active life. From his early years in Jakarta to medical leadership in Los Angeles and Sydney, he brings Western medical science into conversation with Eastern wisdom.With practical guidance on movement, nutrition, rest and human connection, Dr Kiat provides a clear, chapter-by-chapter path to fortifying purpose-driven mental and physical resilience at any stage of life.
Wisdom from Two Worlds
What if your best health is still ahead of you?In Wisdom from Two Worlds, internationally recognised cardiologist Dr Hosen Kiat draws on decades of clinical practice and lived experience to show how small, consistent habits support vitality and a long, active life. From his early years in Jakarta to medical leadership in Los Angeles and Sydney, he brings Western medical science into conversation with Eastern wisdom.With practical guidance on movement, nutrition, rest and human connection, Dr Kiat provides a clear, chapter-by-chapter path to fortifying purpose-driven mental and physical resilience at any stage of life.
Birth Ready and Beyond
Drawing from both personal and professional experience, author and physical therapist Buffy Stinchfield wrote Birth Ready and Beyond to empower women with the knowledge, preparation, and tools they deserve throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. With over twenty years as a physical therapist and specialized pelvic health practice since 2010, Stinchfield brings a grounded, evidence-based approach to supporting women through one of the most transformative seasons of their lives.Too often, pre- and postnatal care focuses almost exclusively on the baby, leaving mothers without clear guidance for their own physical, emotional, and functional well-being. Birth Ready and Beyond was created to change that narrative by offering a more complete approach to birth preparation and recovery that centers the mother as well.Informed by her clinical work and the success of her birth readiness education, Stinchfield teaches foundational skills such as preparing the pelvic floor for birth, coordinating breath and deep core, practicing prenatal strength and mobility exercises for birth preparation, understanding effective pushing, exploring supportive labor and pushing positions, and using simple, accessible birth tools to support labor and early postpartum recovery.Designed as both an educational guide and an interactive resource, Birth Ready and Beyond blends narrative insight with practical tools, including illustrated prenatal and postpartum exercises, self-assessments, journaling prompts, nourishing recipes, and realistic self-care practices. Each section is intentionally organized for easy navigation, allowing readers to return to the book again and again as their needs change.This is the book Stinchfield wishes she could have given her past self-and one she now offers to every woman seeking confidence, clarity, and empowerment through pregnancy and beyond.
Heal Your Hormones, Reclaim Yourself
Naturopathic doctor unpacks the science of hormones to reveal their full impact on women's emotional and physical health--and offers thoughtful tools to help women understand their bodies and themselves. "Reading this book feels like sitting across from a wise friend who sees you, truly sees you, and hands you the tools to remember your power."-- from the foreword by Dr. Mindy Pelz, New York Times best-selling author of Fast Like a Girl, Eat Like a Girl, and Age Like a Girl "Why am I falling apart?" Dr. Sonya Jensen has been hearing this question, in one form or another, from her patients for years. This book is her answer. There is a huge disconnect, Dr. Sonya explains, between how women are feeling in their minds and bodies and how they are treated in today's medical system. They are told things like "it's a part of aging," "you just need to get out more," or the best, "there's nothing I can do but here's an antidepressant." Perimenopausal women in particular are told that the stage they are in doesn't even exist, despite the multitude of symptoms they experience every single day. Women turn to influencers and Dr. Google to solve their health problems but don't know how to navigate all the noise. They feel unheard, unsafe, undervalued, stretched to the max, and, most of all, alone. Until now. After treating patients in her Divine Elements Health Center for more than 15 years, conducting thousands of hormone tests and treatment protocols, leading women's circles and yoga retreats, apprenticing with an OBGYN, studying the shamanic medicine wheel, and traveling a continuously evolving path of self-discovery, Dr. Sonya has identified the missing link in the realm of women's health: how your everyday moments, emotions, and relationships are influenced by the health of your hormones. In this book, she unpacks this profound connection, then outlines her signature HER Method (Hormonal-Emotional-Relational) of healing, which includes: A breakdown of the hierarchy of hormonal healing In-the-moment techniques to relieve suffering and deepen connectionPractices to bring you back in sync with your body, drawn from biohacking, ancient herbs, nutrition science, and movementGuidance for next steps in medical treatment, such as testing you may needAnd much moreFilled with wisdom, compassion, and soulful support, this is a must-have guide to a healthier, more joyful life.
Sodium Bicarbonate
*** OVER 47,000 COPIES SOLD ***# 1 AMAZON BESTSELLER(5 YEARS IN A ROW) What if there were a natural health-promoting substance that was inexpensive, available at any grocery store in the country, and probably sitting in your cupboard right now? There is. It is called sodium bicarbonate, although you may know it as baking soda. For years, sodium bicarbonate has been used on a daily basis as part of a number of hospital treatments, but most people remain unaware of its full therapeutic potential. In his new book, Dr. Mark Sircus shows how this common compound-along with magnesium, potassium, and calcium bicarbonates-may be used in the alleviation, or possibly even prevention, of many forms of illness. Sodium Bicarbonate begins with a basic overview of the everyday item known as baking soda, chronicling its long history of use as an effective home remedy. It then explains the role sodium bicarbonate plays in achieving optimal pH balance, which is revealed as an important factor in maintaining good health. The book goes on to detail how sodium bicarbonate and its effect on pH may benefit sufferers of a number of conditions, including kidney disease, fungal infection, colds and flu, periodontal disease, hypertension, and even cancer. Finally, the author explains the various ways in which sodium bicarbonate may be taken, suggesting the easiest and most effective method for your situation. By providing a modern approach to this time-honored remedy, Sodium Bicarbonate illustrates the need to see baking soda in a whole new light. Safe, simple, and effective, sodium bicarbonate contains powerful properties that may help you balance your system, regain your well-being, and avoid future health problems.
Wound Care at Home
Caring for wounds after hospital or nursing home discharge can be overwhelming. You might doubt yourself, asking am I doing it right? How do I know if there's a problem? If so, when should I worry? I'm not an expert; where can I find medical information written in everyday language? You're not alone in questioning yourself, but know that you can do wound care at home, even without medical training. This guide tackles all of that and more! Wound Care at Home is a thoughtful and deeply practical guide for first-time caregivers. Dr. Janet Mackenzie arms readers with crucial knowledge, important resources, and encouragement for taking up the duties of wound care at home. It's packed with tips and tricks and step-by-step instructions written by a physician expert with decades in the field. "We simply take it for granted that patients know how to change a dressing when in fact, they find it a terrifying and daunting process which we never explain. I think this will be an incredibly valuable resource. Caroline Fife, MD Professor of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine Chief Medical Officer, Intellicure
Dr. Poop's 30-Day Gut Reset
Dr. Poop's 30-Day Gut Reset: You will rock your bowels! 5,000 Years of Ayurvedic medicinal wisdom on how to poop better and stop getting constipated.A No-Nonsense Guide to Gut Health, Bloating Support, and Constipation ReliefStruggling with bloating, constipation, or sluggish digestion? You're not alone-and you don't need another fad cleanse or complicated diet. Backed by 5,000 years of Ayurvedic wisdom and modern gut health strategies, Dr. Poop's 30-Day Gut Reset is your simple, sustainable solution for feeling lighter, healthier, and more regular.This step-by-step digestive reset includes: A daily gut health routine that's easy to followGentle food swaps for better digestion and less gasAyurvedic-inspired remedies and natural herbs that actually workConstipation relief without harsh laxativesReal talk on poop-because it's a vital sign of your healthWhether you're looking for a holistic cleanse, IBS-friendly tips, or lasting relief from digestive issues, this fun, practical guide delivers real results-without the fluff.Improve your gut. Improve your life. One day-and one poop-at a time.
Wound Care at Home
Caring for wounds after hospital or nursing home discharge can be overwhelming. You might doubt yourself, asking am I doing it right? How do I know if there's a problem? If so, when should I worry? I'm not an expert; where can I find medical information written in everyday language? You're not alone in questioning yourself, but know that you can do wound care at home, even without medical training. This guide tackles all of that and more! Wound Care at Home is a thoughtful and deeply practical guide for first-time caregivers. Dr. Janet Mackenzie arms readers with crucial knowledge, important resources, and encouragement for taking up the duties of wound care at home. It's packed with tips and tricks and step-by-step instructions written by a physician expert with decades in the field. "We simply take it for granted that patients know how to change a dressing when in fact, they find it a terrifying and daunting process which we never explain. I think this will be an incredibly valuable resource. Caroline Fife, MD Professor of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine Chief Medical Officer, Intellicure
The Erectile Reset
Erectile dysfunction affects more than half of all men between ages 40 and 70, yet most suffer in silence, unaware that lifestyle factors are responsible for the majority of cases. Medical research now confirms what pharmaceutical companies rarely advertise: vascular health determines erectile health, and vascular health responds dramatically to changes in diet, exercise, and daily habits. The same factors that protect your heart protect your erections. This comprehensive program translates decades of clinical research into a practical 30-day protocol designed for real men with real schedules. The foundation of this program rests on peer-reviewed evidence from major medical journals. A landmark Italian trial demonstrated that one-third of obese men with erectile dysfunction restored normal function through lifestyle modification alone. Harvard research following over 22,000 men found that 30 minutes of daily walking reduced ED risk by 41 percent. Clinical studies show that specific pelvic floor exercises produce improvement rates rivaling medication, with 75 percent of participants regaining function after consistent practice. These are not theoretical possibilities but documented outcomes from controlled trials. This book provides a structured week-by-week protocol covering every aspect of natural ED reversal. Week One establishes the foundation through elimination of dietary saboteurs, sleep optimization, and introduction of pelvic floor training. Week Two transforms nutrition through the Mediterranean diet pattern proven to restore erectile function in clinical trials, with complete meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists. Week Three implements the movement protocol combining cardiovascular exercise with resistance training and advanced pelvic floor techniques. Week Four integrates mind-body practices including mindfulness training, stress management, and partner communication strategies that address the psychological components present in most ED cases. Beyond the core 30-day program, this guide addresses evidence-based supplements with specific dosages from clinical research, lifestyle factors that sabotage improvement including smoking and excess alcohol, special considerations for younger men and those with diabetes or cardiovascular disease, and guidance for combining natural approaches with medical treatment when needed. The implementation resources section provides day-by-day calendars, detailed recipes, exercise illustrations with form guidance, and tracking sheets for monitoring progress. Every recommendation in this book is supported by verifiable scientific references. The approach described does not promise miraculous overnight transformation but instead delivers what the research actually supports: meaningful, measurable improvement for most men who commit to sustained lifestyle change. The same changes that restore erectile function also reduce heart attack risk, improve energy, support healthy weight, and enhance overall quality of life. This program addresses the root causes of erectile dysfunction rather than masking symptoms, creating benefits that extend far beyond the bedroom.
Alchemy of Wellness
Alchemy of Wellness: A Journey to Balance Mind, Body, and Soul invites you on a transformative journey toward balance, vitality, and inner harmony.Written by transformational wellness coach and nutritional therapist Karina Smith-Reyes, this inspiring guide blends ancient wisdom with modern science to help you nurture the mind, body, and soul as one.Through poetic reflections and practical tools, you'll explore the healing power of movement, breathwork, rest, nutrition, mindfulness, and spiritual renewal. Each chapter reveals how to release what no longer serves you, realign with your deepest values, and live with presence and purpose.Whether you're beginning your wellness journey or deepening an existing practice, Alchemy of Wellness: A Journey to Balance Mind, Body, and Soul offers gentle guidance to help you reconnect with your natural rhythm - and rediscover the radiant balance that has always been within you.Wellness is not a destination. It is a way of being.
The Vagus Nerve Healing Plan
The Vagus Nerve Healing PlanThe 10-Minute-a-Day Solution to Calm Anxiety, Heal Trauma, and Strengthen Gut Health NaturallyTap into your body's innate ability to free itself from the impact of stress, trauma, and anxiety in a matter of minutes. The vagus nerve is the main nerve responsible for calming your body and mind in the face of stressful and traumatic situations. It lowers levels of stress hormones, reduces the heart rate, and quells feelings of panic, overwhelm, and fear.By taking just ten minutes a day to stimulate your vagus nerve, you can kick anxiety to the curb, enjoy better sleep, and boost your emotional resilience... and this book will show you how.Within these pages, you will discover: Exactly what the vagus nerve is, why vagal tone matters, and how to tap into the powerful gut-brain connection How poor vagal tone can lead to anxiety and depression, and why neuroplasticity can reduce or eliminate common mental health strugglesHow to combat IBS and other digestive disorders by tapping into the vagus nerves' power to promote smooth digestionThe impact trauma has on your mental health-featuring powerful strategies against PTSD, somatic experiencing, and mind-body practices for trauma healingStrategies for enhancing sleep via vagal stimulation, chronic pain management, and mindfulnessHow to support your immune system through nutrition, holistic stress reduction techniques, and vagal techniquesComplete instructions for designing your personal 10-minute vagal health routine-choose from an array of breathing, cold exposure, mindfulness, and integrative movement activitiesNew innovations in vagal research, plus advanced techniques for vagal toning-including biohacking, vagal stimulation implants, and new technological advancesAnd much more.Peek inside and discover step-by-step guidance to help you start small and enjoy lasting results-your vagus nerve routine will be one of the most powerful and life-changing investments of your time.Reclaim your calm, restore your balance, and take control of your healing-starting with the simple, science-backed power of your vagus nerve.
Microdosing for Health, Healing, and Enhanced Performance
James Fadiman, an early psychedelic researcher, and co-author Jordan Gruber's MICRODOSING FOR HEALTH, HEALING AND ENHANCED PERFORMANCE is the first comprehensive book on microdosing, using new research and extensive reports from individuals to describe the possibilities of the practice. Microdosing is proving to be a safe and powerful approach to a wide range of health conditions and enhanced performance. Partly responsible for modern microdosing's development and current popularity, the authors answer hundreds of questions, blending extensive research with detailed personal accounts from contributors worldwide. The book also contains wide-ranging microdosing history, research, and science. People have microdosed successfully: - to alleviate symptoms of depression, ADHD, chronic pain, and long COVID- for enhanced focus, mental acuity, and physical abilities (including sports)- to help taper off pharmaceuticals, especially antidepressants and stimulants- to improve food habits, sleep, and relationships- to become more aware of personal habit patterns, others' feelings, and natural surroundings- to reduce stress and anxiety- to help over 30 specific health concerns This book does not provide medical or legal advice. Readers should speak to their doctor before engaging in any course of microdosing.
Mind Reset
Mind Reset: The Science of Total Weight Management- A Holistic Blueprint for Mindful and Sustainable Weight Loss is a timely and groundbreaking work at a moment when obesity has escalated into a global epidemic and public health crisis. Despite decades of official guidelines and countless programs, conventional approaches have largely failed to deliver lasting, effective results. This book confronts the crisis head-on-challenging entrenched assumptions and misconceptions, revealing why current models fall short, and offering fundamental, systemic solutions that target the root causes of obesity. It provides readers not only with answers but also with powerful tools to build sustainable health, resilience, and personal transformation.Drawing on cutting-edge science and deep philosophical insight, TWM presents a comprehensive roadmap that redefines weight management. Moving far beyond calorie counting, rigid exercise prescriptions, and basic mindfulness practices reduced to stress relief, it introduces a dynamic, process-oriented model that integrates nutrition, physical activity, and advanced mindfulness into one coherent framework. Its originality shines through in innovative concepts and approaches such the Weight-Impact Food Typology-a new food classification system based on metabolic impact to guide healthy food choices; the diet-movement synergy framework, which aligns physical movement intensity with the appropriate fuel for effective weight control; and an advanced mindfulness model that supports both physiological recovery and cognitive clarity. A highly structured decision-making pathway within Cognitive Mindfulness shows how clear understanding becomes decisive, consistent daily action-without rigidity, burnout, or extremes. By reframing health through process philosophy and science, the author provides not just incremental tweaks but a genuine paradigm shift.Richly referenced yet highly readable, it gives clinicians, researchers, and policymakers a rigorous foundation while equipping everyday readers with practical, sustainable, and easy-to-follow strategies and methods. In a world saturated with fragmented advice and short-term fixes, Total Weight Management emerges as a holistic, transformative guide-an urgently needed solution for the greatest health challenge of our time.
Why Stomach Acid Is Good for You
This groundbreaking book unleashes a brilliant new plan for permanently curing heartburn by relieving the root cause of the problem: low stomach acid.
The Consciousness Blueprint
The Consciousness Blueprint: Longevity, the Soul, and Humanity's Next EvolutionWhat if living longer is not just a biological possibility-but a conscious choice?In The Consciousness Blueprint, Maria L. Ellis brings together the latest discoveries in longevity science with the timeless wisdom of the soul to reveal a powerful new vision of human vitality. This concise and inspiring guide shows how biology, mindset, energy, and higher awareness work together to shape the future of health and aging.Explore how regenerative medicine, AI-driven wellness, telomere science, neuroplasticity, and epigenetics blend with practices like meditation, compassion, gratitude, and intuitive awareness to create a life of expanded wellbeing and purpose.This book will help you: Understand how consciousness influences healing and agingStrengthen emotional and spiritual resilienceActivate inner wisdom to elevate your quality of lifeAlign your body, mind, and spirit for lasting vitalityThe Consciousness Blueprint is an uplifting roadmap for anyone seeking to live longer-not only in years, but in clarity, joy, and awakened presence.
The Secret Sex Lives of Older Women
There are nearly 400 million women over the age of 65 in the world - and almost no one is talking about their intimate lives. The Secret Sex Lives of Older Women is here to break the silence. For too long, older women have been rendered invisible. Politely dismissed. Expected to fade quietly into the background of other people's stories to bake casseroles or knit sweaters for distressed penguins. This is a book about intimacy in its many forms - about tenderness and courage, about longing and rediscovery, about the quiet ache of wanting to be seen and the profound joy of being cherished.The Secret Sex Lives of Older Women offers a rare and intimate portrait of real women who have lived full lives. Through anonymous interviews shared with remarkable openness, women speak with honesty, humour, vulnerability and grace. They reflect on love found and lost, bodies changed and reclaimed, and the enduring truth that desire does not disappear - it evolves.EXTRAORDINARY TRUE STORIES FROM REAL WOMENWith never before told stories from real women.Women who have lived full, complex lives-through marriage and divorce, widowhood and new love, illness, abstinence, affairs, and rediscovery. Some spent years without sex; others became more adventurous once long relationships ended. Some had affairs. What unites them is not recklessness, but honesty-and a quietly radical acceptance of their own sexuality."I never thought I'd be sitting here talking about this... but here we are. And honestly, I'm not embarrassed." - Anita
For Foods Sake
For Food's Sake pulls back the curtain on the food industry, revealing how processed foods are designed, manufactured, and marketed to influence what we buy and eat. Written by former food technologist Min Sheen Tan, this eye-opening book demystifies the tricks, terms, and tactics that shape our food choices every day.Through practical tools and insider insight, For Food's Sake introduces the frameworks of the Irresistible Tri Factors (fat, sugar, salt), the Marketing Tri Factors, and the Consumption Tri Factors, powerful lenses that help readers understand why we crave certain foods and how marketing and habits drive our decisions.This isn't just another nutrition book, it's a practical expos矇 that empowers you to decode packaging claims, understand ingredient lists, and make more informed food and health choices for you and your family.Empowering, engaging, and sometimes confronting, For Food's Sake will change the way you think about what's on your plate, and help you take back control of what you eat.
The Consciousness Blueprint
The Consciousness Blueprint: Longevity, the Soul, and Humanity's Next EvolutionWhat if living longer is not just a biological possibility-but a conscious choice?In The Consciousness Blueprint, Maria L. Ellis brings together the latest discoveries in longevity science with the timeless wisdom of the soul to reveal a powerful new vision of human vitality. This concise and inspiring guide shows how biology, mindset, energy, and higher awareness work together to shape the future of health and aging.Explore how regenerative medicine, AI-driven wellness, telomere science, neuroplasticity, and epigenetics blend with practices like meditation, compassion, gratitude, and intuitive awareness to create a life of expanded wellbeing and purpose.This book will help you: Understand how consciousness influences healing and agingStrengthen emotional and spiritual resilienceActivate inner wisdom to elevate your quality of lifeAlign your body, mind, and spirit for lasting vitalityThe Consciousness Blueprint is an uplifting roadmap for anyone seeking to live longer-not only in years, but in clarity, joy, and awakened presence.
The Lost Book of Natural Remedies & Herbal Medicine
Nature's Healing Secrets for a Healthier, Happier YouImagine a world where remedies come straight from the earth's bounty, empowering you to take control of your health naturally. This comprehensive guide invites you on an enlightening journey through the potent healing power of herbs, unraveling centuries of wisdom thoughtfully combined with modern understanding. Whether you're battling stubborn respiratory issues, seeking relief from digestive troubles, or aiming to soothe neurological and mental health challenges, these herbal allies offer gentle yet effective solutions.Discover how common herbs can transform your approach to ailments like asthma, hypertension, arthritis, and even chronic infections. This book meticulously navigates you through herbal treatments tailored to specific conditions-each chapter a treasure trove of knowledge that brings clarity and confidence to your wellness choices. From calming migraines and easing stress to addressing skin disorders and women's or men's unique health concerns, you'll find practical guidance grounded in nature's wisdom.Feel the empowerment that comes with understanding how to harness natural remedies for everyday health challenges. More than just a handbook, this is your trusted companion for embracing holistic care and balanced living. The detailed exploration of herbal benefits paired with easy-to-follow advice makes this a must-have resource, whether you're a seasoned herbalist or just beginning to explore alternative health solutions.Step into a world where nature's medicine chest is at your fingertips, offering hope and healing beyond the conventional. It's time to nurture your body, soothe your mind, and enrich your life with the timeless power of herbal remedies. Your journey to natural wellness starts here-are you ready to embrace it?
Authorized Summaries of F.M. Alexander's Four Books
The Alexander Technique is a method for developing conscious use of oneself in all activities of living.The Technique was evolved by F. Matthias Alexander (1869-1955) who described his discoveries in great detail in four books published between 1910 and 1941. These summaries, which were checked and approved by Alexander himself, were made in the late 1940's by the journalist Ron Brown, who was one of Alexander's pupils. Each summary provides an accessible, chapter-by-chapter synopsis of one of Alexander's books. The abbreviated form clarifies Alexander's practice and theory and makes these summaries an excellent introduction to the Alexander Technique.
Gut Instincts
"This book has the power to change your life."-Jack CanfieldOur stories aren't set in stone. They can be Rewritten. Reclaimed. Reimagined.What if the thing keeping you stuck isn't what you haven't tried-it's what you haven't unpacked? The past that's still running the show. The patterns you keep repeating. The outer voices drowning out the inner one that already knows what you need.Your symptoms aren't random. Your struggles aren't separate. They're all connected-and they're all messengers pointing you back to yourself. This is your invitation to turn down the noise and turn up the knowing that's been there all along.At twenty-two, Jennifer Juniper was handed an incurable diagnosis: Crohn's disease. She did everything right, following all the rules, every doctor's order. And got sicker.One doctor said something that changed everything: The power of decision distinguishes those who suffer from those who get better.That single spark ignited a sacred rebellion. Jennifer stopped chasing answers outside herself and turned inward-to the wisdom her body had been speaking all along. The Crohn's that was supposed to last for the rest of her life? Gone. Not just managed. Erased.The method she created to heal her "incurable" disease became the blueprint for every challenge she encountered. Life has a way of adding weight to the barbell, and you can keep getting stronger.Gut Instincts is part memoir, part manifesto, part permission slip. It's a field guide for people who are done with surface-level solutions and ready to go deeper-to the root cause, the unhealed stories, the places where your power got buried.This isn't about following steps. It's about finding your way. It's an invitation to reclaim your inner authority. To trust that your symptoms aren't malfunctions. They're messengers. To remember that healing isn't about going back to who you were, but forward into more of who you truly are.You have a place inside you where nothing is impossible. And it's been waiting for you to come home.If you're ready to stop chasing and start creating-you hold the map. This book helps you read it.
You're Not Too Old, and It's Not Too Late
Designed as an accessible 52-week companion, this inspiring guide invites Baby Boomers and Gen Xers to reimagine aging with confidence, vitality, and purpose. Drawing on research-informed tools and practical reflections, it encourages readers to tap into inner strengths, embrace meaningful shifts, and discover everyday "ah-ha" moments that spark renewal.Whether you seek greater wellbeing, deeper meaning, or renewed fulfillment from midlife through older adulthood, this uplifting resource reminds us that aging well is an active journey-and that the best chapters may still lie ahead.
Silent Scars Bold Remedies
TWO-TIME PULITZER PRIZE NOMINEE RELEASE DATE: CHRISTMAS DAY 2025"It's not a mental illness. It's a combat injury." That single distinction changes everything.For decades, we have told our warriors that their suffering is a "disorder"-an incurable condition to be managed with a lifetime of pharmaceuticals. We were wrong.In Silent Scars, Bold Remedies, scientist, former Army Ranger, and New York Times bestselling author Dino Garner (with Liz Fetter) dismantles the stigma of trauma to reveal a revolutionary truth: What servicemembers endure is a Post-Traumatic Stress INJURY (PTSI). It is a physiological wound sustained in the line of duty-and like any physical wound, it can be healed.Inside this groundbreaking guide, you will discover: The Paradigm Shift: Why changing the language from "Disorder" (PTSD) to "Injury" (PTSI) demolishes the stigma that keeps warriors from seeking care.Beyond the Pills: A deep dive into cutting-edge, non-pharmacologic interventions that repair the nervous system rather than masking symptoms-including Stellate Ganglion Blocks and Dual Sympathetic Resets.The Science of Survival: An exploration of advanced breathing protocols, neuromodulation, and the physiology of the "warrior ethos."Stories of Triumph: Real-world accounts of servicemembers who moved from simply surviving trauma to achieving profound "Post-Traumatic Growth."THE VERDICT For readers of The Body Keeps the Score and Tribe, this is the next essential chapter in understanding trauma.This is not just a technical manual; it is a manifesto for the human spirit. Silent Scars, Bold Remedies provides a battle-tested map back to wholeness for veterans, first responders, and anyone navigating the aftermath of trauma.
Living with a Primitive Brain
Every day we are faced with new experiences, new challenges, and new memories to store. We navigate through the world, attempting to make something of this phenomenon we call 'life.' Not so often, however, do we encounter situations and challenges that cripple us to our core. In examining trauma from a biological perspective with an autobiographical touch, Living with a Primitive Brain sheds light on what trauma really is, how we feel it, and how we can better understand its ferocity to help push open the doors to recovery. Within these pages, the biological changes that occur with trauma are examined, as well as various intervention strategies ranging from connecting with nature to neurofeedback. This is a story of hardship, hope and the evidence-based tools available to aid in the journey to healing. Myles introduces trauma survivors and their loved ones to neuroscience and the mechanics of trauma as a bridge between scientific research and the general public. From her own experience, she knows that understanding brings compassion as well as acts as a guide to the discovery of practical tools that target the biological cause of symptoms. In a narrative sense of a battle between our evolved functioning versus instinctual drives, Living with a Primitive Brain introduces readers to a wide range of healing approaches including eco-therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy, and more.
Living with a Primitive Brain
Every day we are faced with new experiences, new challenges, and new memories to store. We navigate through the world, attempting to make something of this phenomenon we call 'life.' Not so often, however, do we encounter situations and challenges that cripple us to our core. In examining trauma from a biological perspective with an autobiographical touch, Living with a Primitive Brain sheds light on what trauma really is, how we feel it, and how we can better understand its ferocity to help push open the doors to recovery. Within these pages, the biological changes that occur with trauma are examined, as well as various intervention strategies ranging from connecting with nature to neurofeedback. This is a story of hardship, hope and the evidence-based tools available to aid in the journey to healing. Myles introduces trauma survivors and their loved ones to neuroscience and the mechanics of trauma as a bridge between scientific research and the general public. From her own experience, she knows that understanding brings compassion as well as acts as a guide to the discovery of practical tools that target the biological cause of symptoms. In a narrative sense of a battle between our evolved functioning versus instinctual drives, Living with a Primitive Brain introduces readers to a wide range of healing approaches including eco-therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, cognitive behavioural therapy, and more.
Whole Again After Pregnancy Loss
Pregnancy loss changes everything. It brings a grief that is often invisible to others yet deeply felt. Whole Again After Pregnancy Loss is a compassionate guide for navigating miscarriage, stillbirth, and medical termination with honesty, gentleness, and self-compassion.Drawing on lived experience, trauma-informed context, and holistic mind-body tools, this expanded edition helps readers make sense of complex emotions while rebuilding trust with their bodies, relationships, and futures. Whether the loss happened recently or years ago, it offers validation, language, and practices that support true healing-not just coping.Readers will learn to: understand emotional and physical impacts of pregnancy loss; navigate shame, guilt, anger, isolation, and triggers; honor loss in meaningful ways; regulate the nervous system; communicate needs; and explore grief as a non-linear process. Somatic tools, journaling prompts, rituals, and support pathways are included.This expanded edition features updated research, guided reflections, experiences of both mothers and partners, mind-body practices for anxiety and shame, and integrated Companion Guide content.For mothers, partners, single parents, clinicians, doulas, midwives, therapists, and anyone seeking to understand or support pregnancy loss.Gentle, validating, and steadying-this book reminds readers they are not alone, healing is possible, and meaning can emerge again.
The Prepared Patient
A clear, practical guide to becoming an informed and empowered patient.Most Americans are overwhelmed by a health care system dense with paperwork, opaque rules, and high-stakes decisions made under pressure. In The Prepared Patient, physician and health policy leader Terry Adirim, MD, MPH, offers a patient-centered guide to navigating this system with clarity, confidence, and control.Dr. Adirim introduces readers to the "White Binder Patient"--a model inspired by caregivers of medically complex children who arrive prepared, informed, and ready to advocate. Expanding this approach to all patients, she argues that health information literacy and organization are the most immediate and powerful tools that individuals can use to protect their health and financial well-being. Through patient stories, this book addresses the most common and costly friction points patients face: choosing and understanding insurance plans; finding and coordinating care across providers; managing surprise billing and medical debt; and asserting patient rights when coverage is denied. Dr. Adirim uses her decades of experience as a physician and health policy leader to show how small, intentional actions--organizing medical information, asking better questions, preparing for appointments--empower patients and dramatically shift outcomes.The Prepared Patient is a foundational, enduring guide for patients and caregivers who need to make the system work for their health now and plan for the future. By guiding readers through a better way to access and organize their medical care, Dr. Adirim prepares readers for a more successful approach to surviving modern health care.
Swami Kripalu's Ladder of Yoga
A book for practicing Yoga like Swami Kripalu did.Swami Kripalu (1913-81) was an Indian saint and social activist who experienced a profound energetic awakening in mid-life and spent his last four decades intensively practicing asana, pranayama, and meditation in a quest to scale the ladder of yoga to its highest rung. This is the first book to present his teachings on yoga and a host of related esoteric topics in a straightforward manner that enables them to be sensibly applied on the mat and cushion by today's practitioners. The book also traces the efforts of the author and a cadre of other Westerners - sometimes effectively, other times not - to progress along Swami Kripalu's path of yoga through the type of systematic practice he valued so highly. Presented in contemporary language, these are potent teachings true to the roots of historic yoga to bring its mysteries alive for today's students.
The Inflammation Code
This is a comprehensive guide that combines ancient wisdom with modern scientific research to provide a holistic, customizable approach to addressing inflammation, the root cause of numerous health issues, through the power of "super herbs," diet and lifestyle modifications, and mind-body practices. From Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic practitioner with over 20 years of experience, comes a holistic and multidimensional guide to addressing inflammation, the root cause of numerous health issues. The book presents a unique blend of Ayurvedic principles and modern scientific insights. Unlike traditional health guides that focus solely on diet or exercise, The Inflammation Code covers topics like the mind-body connection, circadian rhythms, gut health, stress management, and detoxification. Dr. Gupta's expertise in Ayurveda allows her to offer practical, customizable solutions tailored to each individual's unique mind-body constitution (or dosha). Through engaging narratives, insightful explanations, and easy-to-follow instructions, readers will learn how to harness the power of "super herbs" and spices, adopt an anti-inflammatory diet, optimize circadian rhythms, and cultivate a balanced lifestyle. With a focus on prevention and holistic healing, The Inflammation Code empowers readers to take control of their health and overcome inflammatory conditions naturally, without relying solely on pharmaceuticals.
Rise and Shine
Feeling amazing, getting fit and achieving your goals is all within your power - your journey to unlocking your most empowered self should be a joy not a chore. This is the philosophy that Tom Trotter lives by and he has made it his mission to help others to do the same. This book will bring you both immediate and long-term results, providing you with the mindset needed to make keeping fit and healthy a seamless part of your life, for good. No more fad diets, no more unused gym memberships and no more unworn trainers - this book will galvanise you to want to exercise, adopt new habits and dismantle commonly held misconceptions about fitness and exercise - all whilst having fun! Rise and Shine is divided into a series of ascending levels, until you reach the point of being ready for the final level - Tom's 14-day fitness challenge! By this point, you will have all the mental and physical tools you need to live a happy, healthy life. No small promise, but if anyone can deliver on it, it's Tom. Each level will be broken down by The Four Fs - expertly crafted by Tom to make your job as simple as possible: Focus - mindset development, resetting and reprogramming for a new life Fitness - fitness, from the fundamentals to the really bloody hard Fear - dismantling and dispelling myths around health and fitness, leaving you with no excuses Fun - making it fun; unusual exercises to try, and mini challenges to set yourself 'This isn't 'just' a fitness book - it's a mindset book, designed to build a confident, happy and inspired brain, one that will allow you to pursue a beautifully healthy body. With a few tweaks here and there, suddenly, fitness can be fun - it can be the foundation of your life, and something you live for, and better, as a result. I hope that my passion and belief that it's possible for anyone will capture the hearts and minds of my readers!'
Eat to Heal
Are you tired of diets that promise healing but leave you exhausted, inflamed, or managing symptoms instead of solving the real problem?In Eat to Heal, Dr. Joseph Jacobs, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Advanced Clinical Nutritionist, shares a root-cause approach to healing chronic illness through food. After surviving cancer and struggling with years of chronic pain, fatigue, migraines, and inflammation, Dr. Jacobs discovered that many popular diets were quietly worsening his symptoms. His recovery led to the development of the ASTR Diet, a science-based nutritional framework designed to reduce inflammation, eliminate dietary toxins, and restore the body's natural healing capacity.This book moves beyond calorie counting, weight loss plans, and restrictive eating trends. Instead, it explains how inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, metabolic dysfunction, and toxic food exposures drive chronic disease. Readers learn how strategic nutrition can correct these imbalances and support energy production, digestion, immune function, and long-term wellness.Eat to Heal provides clear guidance on identifying harmful dietary patterns, choosing healing foods with confidence, and building a sustainable lifestyle that supports the body rather than stressing it. Written for individuals struggling with chronic pain, fatigue, autoimmune symptoms, or unexplained health challenges, this book empowers readers to use food as a practical and effective tool for lasting health.
Therapeutic Eurythmy for the Eyes
Can therapeutic eurythmy correct faulty vision? Heal eye diseases? Alleviate computer strain? Eye specialists who have seen its results have been truly astonished!In 1924, a young doctor and gifted eurythmist, Ilse Knauer was asked by Rudolf Steiner to build up a therapy for the eyes based on anthroposophic insights. Over the years it has expanded to address a wide range of eye ailments, including: myopia, hyperopia, squinting, astigmatism, glaucoma, cataracts, computer screen damage to the eyes, and more.With this translation, the English-speaking world gains access to an authoritative reference guide to therapeutic eurythmy for the eyes, not only for eurythmy therapists, but also for ophthalmologists, general practitioners, and all who are interested in new roads to health.
Invisibly Unwell
Ambitious women hit deadlines, hold it together, and make it look easy-even when it isn't.An unflinchingly honest memoir about what's hidden beneath the polished surface: chronic autoimmune illness, an eating disorder, perfectionism, and the relentless pressure to be "the capable one."For decades, Paige believed her struggles made her alone. It didn't.When she finally cracked her armor, other women did too-and what poured out was a quiet epidemic of exhaustion, shame, and invisible pain.Invisibly Unwell is not a story of breaking down; it's a story of breaking open. It's a mirror for every woman who looks fine but isn't-and a reminder that connection begins where pretending ends.
Your Optimal Health: The New Bestseller from France
In Your Optimal Health, neuroscientist Dr. ?milie Steinbach unlocks the secrets of lasting energy, focus, and resilience with a simple yet powerful 10-step daily protocol. Blending the latest science with practical guidance, she shows how small, consistent habits in nutrition, sleep, movement, and mental balance can dramatically transform your well-being. Whether you want to sharpen your mind, strengthen your body, or boost your mood, this book offers clear, accessible strategies rooted in cutting-edge research.More than just a guide to "healthy habits," the book emphasizes how small, consistent choices can reprogram biological systems to improve energy, focus, emotional balance, and long-term resilience. Steinbach combines cutting-edge discoveries on the gut-brain axis, mitochondria, and circadian rhythms with simple, practical advice for everyday life.Far from quick fixes or fad advice, Steinbach's approach draws on her expertise in neuro-nutrition and integrative biology to reveal how your brain and body thrive when supported by the right routines. With inspiring insights and actionable tools, Your Optimal Health is both a handbook for everyday vitality and a roadmap to a longer, healthier life. Your Optimal Health is a bestseller in France selling 60,000 copies in its first six months after publication.
The 4 Food Cues
What if your cravings weren't a failure of willpower, but a signal from your body you could learn to read?You're not broken-and you're not alone. If you've spent years blaming yourself for your weight, struggling with diets that don't work, or feeling defeated by an endless cycle of shame, The Four Food Cues will finally give you the answers you've been looking for.Written by nationally respected obesity physician Dr. Laure DeMattia, who's also walked this journey herself, this groundbreaking guide introduces the CHEF Framework, a science-backed, compassionate system that helps you decode the real reasons behind your eating patterns: Cravings, Hunger, Energy, and Fullness.This book is for you if: You're tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling like nothing ever sticksYou want to understand why you eat the way you do... without judgmentYou want to stop the relentless food noise that goes on in your headYou're looking for a sustainable, personalized approach to health that doesn't start with restrictionInside this book, you'll discover: The truth about your body's set point-and why willpower is NOT the issueHow food cues affect your energy, hormones, and hunger... and how to harness themFlexible, empowering strategies to eat with intention without giving up your favorite foodsWhy perfectionism and guilt are sabotaging your progress (and what to do instead)You don't have to be smaller to be healthier. You just have to be you-stronger, wiser, and finally free.
Well Brewed
Well Brewed: Coffee's Secret for a Balanced LifeIS YOUR MORNING COFFEE LIFTING YOU UP OR TEARING YOU DOWN?For many, coffee feels like energy, focus, and comfort. But for others, it comes with crashes, jitters, or restless nights. If you've ever wondered if coffee is helping your health or slowly draining it, this book holds the answers.Well Brewed reveals the science-backed way to use coffee as a strategic tool for energy, focus, metabolism, and longevity-without the burnout. Published by The Coffee Formula, this guide uncovers the full potential of coffee as a natural super-drink.What You Will Discover: How to drink coffee for steady energy instead of stressful spikes and crashes.The overlooked connection between coffee, hormones, and mood-and how to manage it.The timing mistakes that make or break your focus and productivity.How to align your ritual with digestion, movement, and sleep for full-body wellness.Practical steps to enjoy coffee while protecting your long-term health.Imagine a New Ritual: You wake up knowing exactly when and how to enjoy your coffee so it fuels clarity, creativity, and calm, instead of being something you rely on just to survive.Key Benefits: Clearer focus and sharper thinking during your most important hours.Better sleep, digestion, and recovery without giving up your favorite drink.A calmer relationship with caffeine that supports emotional resilience.The ability to enjoy coffee with confidence instead of confusion.Coffee does not have to be a question mark in your life. It can be your most reliable tool for balance when you know how to use it.JOIN THE GROWING COMMUNITY OF READERS WHO HAVE TRANSFORMED THEIR ENERGY, FOCUS, AND WELL-BEING THROUGH THE POWER OF COFFEE. START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY.
Food Myths Uncovered
You don't need another diet. You need a way to see through them. This book gives you a clear, reusable method to evaluate any claim-from the latest detox cleanse myth to the endless carbs vs fat debate-so you can eat well without the noise. Drawing on evidence-based nutrition and practical psychology, it reveals how headlines, algorithms, and anecdotes distort what's true. You'll learn a simple evidence filter to size up effect, dose, and proof; a calm approach to pseudoscience in food; and the smart way to handle supplement scams without wasting money. Instead of chasing superfoods facts in a marketplace built for hype, you'll build meals that work in real life-affordable, flexible, delicious. This is for readers who are curious, busy, and tired of being whiplashed by trends. If you want media skills for eating-how to spot red flags, read a study, and apply media literacy nutrition-you'll find the missing toolkit here. Expect fewer rules and better results: patterns that survive scrutiny, shopping lists that won't break the bank, and small experiments you can trust. - Stop chasing fads; start applying a framework - Replace confusion with clear, confident choices - Learn how to read nutrition studies without needing a lab coat - Debunk diet trends and return to food that makes sense Eat without fear. Think with clarity. Live with more room for what matters.
The real glow of Pregnancy
A poetic, honest, and deeply comforting book for every pregnant woman - especially the ones who don't feel "glowy."Pregnancy is often described as a time of glowing skin, perfect bumps, and effortless beauty. But the real glow isn't found in flawless photos or smooth, shining faces. It lives in the quiet courage of change. In the softness that grows with every new curve. In the strength that rises through exhaustion, swelling, tears, and joy.The Real Glow in Pregnancy is a tender, empowering celebration of every woman's journey - the easy ones, the messy ones, the magical ones, and the ones that don't look "glowy" at all. Through poetic reflections and gentle truths, this book reminds mothers-to-be that they are radiant not because they are perfect, but because they are becoming.A beautiful gift for baby showers, new mothers, and anyone navigating the emotional and physical realities of pregnancy.You are glowing - even on the days you don't feel it.
The Longevity Diet Map
This is your practical atlas to eating for more good years. Instead of chasing trends, it distils what truly repeats across long-lived cultures-think longevity diet patterns grounded in beans, intact grains, greens, nuts, and modest animal foods-then turns those signals into simple, repeatable habits. You'll discover why everyday blue zones foods work so well in ordinary kitchens, how plant based staples for longevity and high fibre recipes stabilise energy and appetite, and where protein and longevity meet in the sweet spot of "sufficient, not maximal." Designed as a healthy ageing cookbook you will actually use, the book pairs clear decision rules with simple healthy meal plans: two soups, two trays, two salads, one flex meal-on rotation, all year. It blends the best of the Mediterranean and Okinawan diet traditions with modern convenience, offers gentle guidance on meal timing for health, and shows how small levers-ferments, bitter-sour flavours, a ten-minute after-dinner walk-deliver outsized calm. Inside you'll find: - A plate-building map for quick, satisfying meals - Smart swaps that matter (white rice to barley, processed meats to bean stews) - Budget-friendly pantry lists and 15-minute builds - Timing, movement, and social cues that make food work harder for you If you want anti-hype, evidence-led kitchen wisdom-anti inflammatory meals, fibre-first thinking, and protein calibrated for real life-this guide gives you a pattern that fits your culture, your budget, and your week. Eat this way, and let dinner do some of your ageing well for you.
Eat for Immunity
Your body doesn't need a miracle supplement. It needs a terrain it can trust. This book turns everyday meals into a steady defence-clear, doable steps that help you get sick less often and recover faster. You'll learn how the immune system actually works in the real world-barriers, sentinels, signals, memory-and why kitchen choices matter more than hype. With simple plans and recipes, it shows how gut health foods teach immune tolerance, why vitamin d and immunity belong in the same sentence as sleep and daylight, and how a fiber rich diet keeps viral "open windows" from widening after meals. You'll see why anti inflammatory meals start with fat quality and spices, how zinc rich foods and protein support repair, and how circadian eating (earlier, steadier meals) improves both sleep and resilience. The result is a practical playbook of immune boosting recipes and routines you can use on busy weekdays, during travel, or through cold season. - Build a kitchen-first strategy that outperforms fads - Use food timing and composition to cut post-meal vulnerability - Follow an easy healthy meal plan for immunity with flexible swaps - Stock smart, cook fast, and turn recovery into a habit using immunity diet principles and food to prevent colds Clear, grounded, and culturally flexible, this is prevention you can plate-today.
Metabolic Flexibility
This is a science-first guide to training a capacity your body once had-and can regain: the ability to switch cleanly between fuels. It shows how to pair meals, movement, and timing so you burn fat when you should, use carbs when you need them, and stop riding the energy roller-coaster. You'll learn a simple, portable framework that fits any cuisine or schedule. Most plans argue over foods; this one teaches a skill. By improving insulin sensitivity, reinforcing circadian eating, and using short walks and strength work to tame postprandial glucose control, you'll replace rules with range. The result: steadier mood, clearer thinking, and a metabolism that supports both workdays and workouts. Busy readers who want evidence without ideology; athletes who hit the wall; professionals who crash at four; travellers and shift workers who need reliability; anyone curious about fat vs carb metabolism and how to apply it without turning life into a lab. - A weekly rhythm that alternates easy endurance with targeted intensity (zone 2 training) - Practical fasting windows-intermittent fasting without dogma-that respect performance and sleep - Meal-building rules of thumb for stable energy meal timing at home, restaurants, or airports - A compact dashboard of signals you can trust, grounded in practical nutrition science and fuel switching diet principles By the final page, you'll own a flexible playbook for eating and moving that travels across seasons, cultures, and goals-no food wars required.
Stronger Bones After 50
The Complete Osteoporosis Guide for Women Reclaim your confidence, understand your diagnosis, and start strengthening your bones with a clear, science-backed plan designed for women after 50. Have you recently been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia-and now feel overwhelmed, scared of fractures, or unsure what to do next?Are you frustrated by rushed doctor appointments, confusing online information, and conflicting advice about diet, supplements, and exercise?Do you want a simple, trustworthy plan to support natural osteoporosis reversal and finally feel in control of your bone health? You're not alone-and you don't have to navigate this journey in fear. This complete guide transforms confusion into clarity and anxiety into action, giving you the exact knowledge and step-by-step protocol proven to support stronger bones at any age. You'll learn why osteoporosis develops, what you can realistically improve, and how to protect yourself from fractures with everyday lifestyle choices that truly work. Inside, you'll discover: A science-backed 30-Day Bone Strength Protocol with daily actions that build confidence and momentum Clear explanations of T-scores, DEXA scans, and what your results really mean Evidence-based nutrition guidance, including how much calcium, vitamin D, and protein you actually need Exercises clinically proven to improve bone density, strengthen posture, and reduce fall risk How to evaluate medications and natural approaches without fear or confusion A practical home-safety checklist to reduce fracture risk immediately Mindset strategies that transform fear into empowerment and long-term motivation If you're ready to understand your diagnosis, prevent fractures, and take control of your bone health-starting today-this guide gives you everything you need in one trusted resource. �� Start your 30-day journey toward stronger bones and renewed confidence. Scroll up and get your copy now!
Beyond Superfoods
We are taught to chase the rare and the shiny-yet the plates that quietly extend healthy years are built from beans, greens, grains, and roots you can find in any corner shop. This book shows how to turn ordinary ingredients into extraordinary results by focusing on everyday superfoods, nutrient density, and simple kitchen rituals you can actually keep. Inside, you will learn why beans and longevity travel together across cultures, how food synergy (think vitamin C with iron, or fat with carotenoids) makes humble meals work harder, and which habits transform "I should" into dinner on the table. Expect clear explanations of oats benefits, fibre, and polyphenols; practical templates for bowls, soups, and five-minute rescue meals; and a pantry plan that makes affordable healthy eating the default, not the exception. This is for thoughtful readers who prefer evidence to hype, flavour to deprivation, and a method over miracle claims. Whether you are feeding a family or cooking solo, you will build a pattern that fits real life-budget, time, and taste included. By the last page, your kitchen will run on a rhythm of high-impact staples, and your meals will quietly deliver what the trends only promise: steady energy, better blood markers, and food you want to repeat. Build a week around fibre-rich staples and high fibre recipes Use "density per dollar" to shop smarter and plan meal planning with staples Leverage tinned fish omega 3 and cultured dairy for easy protein Install a 30-day everyday challenge that turns knowledge into habit
The Mindful Plate
In a world optimised for speed, meals have become background noise-and that's why you keep eating past comfort. This book teaches you to change the frame around food so fullness arrives sooner and cravings quiet down. It blends clear science with simple practices to help you rebuild mindful eating, tune into satiety signals, and finally stop mindless snacking without strict rules or guilt. - Learn how attention and appetite interact-and why eating while scrolling leads to overeating later - Use small mindful meal rituals that slow pace, sharpen flavour, and increase satisfaction - Practise interoception training so you can tell emotional urges from true hunger in real time - Apply evidence-based methods to stabilise energy: timing anchors, texture "stacks," and slow-eating protocols - Integrate nutrition and mindfulness without fads-just better design for ordinary days You'll get field-tested scripts for restaurants, workdays, holidays, and travel, plus a compact tracking system that replaces calorie counting with measures that actually matter. If you're ready for eating with awareness that feels humane and sustainable, this is a practical, intelligent path to a calmer table and a clearer body-mind.
The Power of Restorative Sleep
Sleep is complicated! It is more than just IF you sleep, but HOW you sleep! And...When you sleep! And...Where you sleep! And...Who you sleep with! And...Your mental health matters! And...Substance abuse matters! And...Chronic pain matters! And...Electronics at Night matters! And...Medications matter! And...When and what you drink or eat matters! And...The presence of insomnia or other sleep disorders matters! And...Not allowing yourself time to sleep matters! The above things can be "SLEEP STEALERS" and contribute to fragmented, light, non-restorative sleep, even if you do not have insomnia. Most of the sleep literature focuses on insomnia and its treatment. While this is extremely important (and will be covered in this book), identifying other disruptions of sleep quality, not just quantity, is also necessary. In this book, Debra J. Stultz, MD, will share her insights into all the issues that may contribute to your disrupted sleep and unrefreshing nights. Dr. Stultz is an internationally known author and speaker on topics such as insomnia, treatment-resistant depression, narcolepsy, diagnosing sleep disorders, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for resistant depression. In this her second book on sleep disorders, Dr. Stultz provides helpful tips to formalize a plan for restful nights and refreshed days! She will help you learn to prioritize sleep, promote healthy sleep habits, and prepare for sleep in the "power hour" before bedtime!
Welcome to the Club
Kimberley Barnes is a marketing professional turned debut author who knows firsthand the roller coaster of menopause. After building a successful career in marketing, including 15 years in the wine industry, she found herself navigating the unpredictable twists of hot flashes, sleepless nights, and emotional turbulence.Determined to break the silence around menopause, Kimberley set out to create a relatable, humour-forward narrative that doesn't sugarcoat the challenges but embraces the chaos with a wink and a glass of wine. Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller is a candid, witty, and heartfelt invitation to laugh, cry, and commiserate over the shared experiences that unite women everywhere.This book is perfect for women seeking insight, humour, and connection during midlife, whether balancing careers, family, or personal well-being. Readers will recognize the relatable ups and downs of perimenopause and beyond, from hot flashes to sleepless nights, all told with honesty, warmth, and levity.Kimberley lives in British Columbia, Canada, with her husband and three grown children. When she's not writing or navigating the ups and downs of menopause, she enjoys exploring local wineries, experimenting in the kitchen, tending her garden, and taking on hands-on projects around the house.
Edible & Medicinal Seaweeds
Dive into the world of medicinal seaweeds with this complete guide to the distinctive flavors and healing properties of these important marine plants. Author Tasha Greenwood combines their expertise in marine biology and clinical herbalism in this richly layered and fascinating reference, which includes place-based observation, botanical profiles, and recipes that tap into the medicinal and culinary uses of these nutrient-dense marine plants. Readers will learn about the unique characteristics of 14 North American seaweeds, from well-known species such as Laminaria (kelp) and Pyropia (nori), to lesser-known algae such as Mazaella and Cystoseira. Profiles of seaweed farmers and ocean stewards highlight this plant's potential as a sustainable, nutrient-dense food of the future, and encourages readers to cultivate relationships with seaweed, whether through food, medicine, or ecological observation. Easy-to-follow step-by-step seaweed herbal remedies and recipes include: Irish moss cough syrup Soothing seaweed face mask Seaweed fire cider to boost immunity Anti-inflammatory turmeric and bladderwrack tea Iron-boosting sea lettuce syrup Immune-boosting elderberry gummies with seaweed derived agar And many more!
