The Yates Protocol
A total reset to heal and reverse type 2 and prediabetes from an advocate for health empowerment in underserved communities. Your blood sugar is not your fault. Type 2 and prediabetes are not caused by body fat, laziness, lack of willpower, or inadequate effort. Rather, they are complex, and influenced by the chronic wear and tear of living in our toxified, high-stress, low-nourishment modern world. In The Yates Protocol, Dr. Beverly Yates shares compassionate, practical advice for approaching nutrition, meal timing, sleep, stress, exercise, and strength training to reverse diabetes once and for all. Unlike typical diabetes care approaches, The Yates Protocol doesn't eliminate any food groups and focuses more on what to include, not exclude, to help you find which foods are best for your body. Repair doesn't require restriction, like many doctors and "experts" imply. It requires nourishment. Dr. Yates also offers tools such as a daily eating rhythm and optional intermittent fasting to enhance blood sugar control, improve cravings, and boost energy. Advocating for self-care, setting boundaries, and ultimately reducing stress, she focuses on exercising smarter, not harder. She'll help you test for success and heal as fast as possible with proven CGM and glucometer strategies. Filled with real patient success stories and delicious recipes to help you stay on track, The Yates Protocol provides everything you need to heal for good. It's time to throw out the shame-and-blame model and start on the path to reversing your diabetes today.
The Natural Cure of Consumption, Constipation, Bright's Disease, Neuralgia, Rheumatism, "Colds" (Fevers), Etc.
The Natural Cure of Consumption, Constipation, Bright's Disease, Neuralgia, Rheumatism, "Colds" (Fevers), Etc.
Aging Well with Diabetes
An essential guide to navigating diabetes for older adults and their caregivers.In Aging Well with Diabetes, Dr. Medha Munshi and Dr. Sheri Colberg provide practical advice to redefine living with diabetes in later life. As experts in geriatric care and diabetes management, they introduce a clear and accessible 10-step action plan to help you manage diabetes effectively while enhancing your overall vitality and independence. Each step in the action plan is detailed with achievable goals, making it a crucial toolkit for anyone living with diabetes or caring for someone who does. The authors discuss: - Comprehensive health management, including dietary adjustments, physical activity, medication management, and more- How aging and diabetes interact, detailing the physiological changes and challenges that come with managing diabetes at an older age- The diversity of experiences among older adults with diabetes and the importance of personalized treatment plans - Practical tips and strategies, such as modifying exercises to prevent falls and dietary tips that accommodate older digestive systems- Guidance for caregivers and health care providers on how to support older adults with diabetesWhether you're newly diagnosed or a long-time diabetic, this guide will empower you to take control of your health and manage your diabetes with confidence and grace as you age.
Nutrition and sport with diabetes
Eleonora Campagnoli is a successful biotechnologist and triathlete who has been facing the challenge of type 1 diabetes since the age of three. Raised in Italy, Eleonora had to learn early on how to manage a chronic condition that requires constant attention and determination. Her early diagnosis marked the beginning of a complex yet extraordinary journey characterized by unparalleled resilience. The daily challenges of managing diabetes have never stopped her. On the contrary, they have provided her with the motivation to lead a full and active life. In this book, Eleonora shares the dietary strategies she uses to balance her intense sports activities with managing glycemic peaks, offering personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to live well with diabetes, from diet to workout routines. The author will donate a portion of the royalties derived from the sale of this book to FID (Fondazione Italiana Diabete).
The Spoonie Survival Guide
'A practical and accessible guide to chronic illness. Essential reading' - Dr Claire Ashley Your one-stop resource for navigating the world with a chronic illness Living with a chronic illness is exhausting. From deciding how to manage your limited energy to the isolation that comes from finding 'easy' tasks - such as running errands or taking a shower - nearly impossible, daily life can be challenging. Spoonie Jodie K Ranu gets it, and she's here to help. The Spoonie Survival Guide is packed with practical advice so you can achieve the best quality of life possible, no matter your energy levels. Jodie looks at how our lives change with chronic illness, and what we can do about it, including: - Physical health: coping with symptoms, pain and fatigue- Mental health: handling your wellbeing and medical gaslighting- Finances: managing the hidden costs of being a spoonie- Lifestyle: dealing with daily tasks and maintaining your social life. Written by a spoonie for spoonies, this is your kind and reassuring guide to moving through your day with confidence - one spoon at a time. --- One spoon = one unit of energySpoonie = someone with a chronic illness, condition or disability---
A Steadfast Heart
I am compelled to share my story in real-time, as it unfolds. My journey with cancer will be chronicled across three volumes, each one capturing pivotal moments in my journey. Volume One begins on the day I was diagnosed with cancer. It will take you through every phase leading up to surgery.This book is about more than just my experience. First, it is to inspire others to share their stories-there is power in vulnerability and connection. Second, it's to educate. Knowledge equips us to face life's challenges with confidence and resilience. Lastly, this book aims to demystify misconceptions surrounding cancer, with the hope of alleviating some of the fear, anxiety, and depression that often come with such a diagnosis.Through these pages, I hope to spark a movement of awareness, strength, and courage for anyone walking this road. Below, you'll find a glimpse of the chapters within this volume, each representing a piece of my heart and soul as I navigate this life-altering journey.The Diagnosis: Facing the UnthinkableEnduring the Storm: My Chemotherapy JourneyLetting Go: The Day I Cut My HairUncovering My Roots: The Importance of Genetic TestingThe Battle Within: Preparing for SurgeryStrength in Numbers: The Power of a Support System
Ancient and Traditional Foods, Plants, Herbs and Spices used in Diabetes
This book investigates alternative healthcare paradigms that use traditional dietary foods, plant-derived materials, and extracts to treat diabetes.
Tangled Up
The only comprehensive guide to the history and science of Alzheimer's diseaseWhen Alzheimer's disease enters a family, it rarely arrives with clarity. A forgotten appointment, a repeated story, a moment of sudden disorientation-small fractures that raise frightening questions about the future. Tangled Up: The History and Science of Alzheimer's Disease is Professor Michael Hornberger's clear, readable guide to what is happening inside the brain, why it happens, and what today's science can do about it.This is not a vague "brain health" overview. It is a lay-friendly journey through the neuroscience of Alzheimer's disease: how the earliest brain changes build silently over years; how they translate into the symptoms families see; and why the story of Alzheimer's is, at its heart, a story of proteins - amyloid plaques and tau tangles - becoming dangerously tangled up.Hornberger begins where the modern field began: early 20th-Century Germany, where Alois Alzheimer met Auguste Deter, the first patient whose symptoms were linked to distinctive microscopic changes in the brain. Alongside Alzheimer stands the overlooked Oskar Fischer - another pioneer whose discovery deserves to be remembered. Part history, part scientific detective story, these opening chapters bring human voices and hard evidence together.From there, Tangled Up moves into what most of us fear most: memory. Hornberger explains how episodic memory works - how the brain encodes, stores, and retrieves the events of our lives - and why Alzheimer's disease disrupts access to recent memories first. You'll understand why a loved one may seem to be "living in the past," why the same questions return again and again, and why some everyday forgetfulness is normal ageing, while other patterns deserve attention.One of the book's most valuable contributions is its spotlight on an under-recognised early warning sign: spatial disorientation. Getting lost in familiar places, confusion in one's own home, and a shrinking "mental map" can appear early and carry real-world risk. Tangled Up shows how the brain's navigation systems work and why Alzheimer's can unsettle them - offering a new lens for understanding behaviour and planning for safety without surrendering dignity.At the core of the book is a deep dive into plaques and tangles. You'll learn what amyloid and tau normally do, how they go awry, how they spread through the brain, and how modern biomarker technology is transforming diagnosis. Blood tests, spinal fluid measures, and advanced brain imaging are opening the door to earlier detection - sometimes even before symptoms are obvious.
She’s Still My Mom
Memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer's-diagnoses that generate anxiety, fear, worry, and a host of other crippling emotions. These diseases are widespread, and the numbers of afflicted are escalating at an ever-increasing pace. It is not an exaggeration to say that each of us will be touched by dementia in some form during our lives. How can we respond with more confidence and understanding? How can we effectively support our loved ones, friends, and acquaintances as they traverse from the initial diagnosis through years of care and caregiving?She's Still My Mom sheds light on Alzheimer's and dementia, helping readers understand some of the changes they can expect in their loved ones and the adjustments they can make to respond to those changes. Not shying away from challenges, She's Still My Mom tackles topics like anger, denial, caregiving options, family dynamics, and grief. In every instance, the guide unpacks the issues and provides understanding and practical strategies to cope with these challenges.Blending her personal experience of navigating Alzheimer's disease with principles gained from her profession, educator Laura Doan demonstrates that there can be hope, moments of joy, and ongoing communication in the midst of the Alzheimer's journey. Written with uncommon transparency, this very personal account offers tips, techniques, and attitudes that Laura used as she walked through dementia and Alzheimer's with her mother and mother-in-law. With helpful insights and practical advice, She's Still My Mom gives inspired, hands-on help to individuals, families, and caregivers who are supporting loved ones living with Alzheimer's.
She’s Still My Mom
Memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer's-diagnoses that generate anxiety, fear, worry, and a host of other crippling emotions. These diseases are widespread, and the numbers of afflicted are escalating at an ever-increasing pace. It is not an exaggeration to say that each of us will be touched by dementia in some form during our lives. How can we respond with more confidence and understanding? How can we effectively support our loved ones, friends, and acquaintances as they traverse from the initial diagnosis through years of care and caregiving?She's Still My Mom sheds light on Alzheimer's and dementia, helping readers understand some of the changes they can expect in their loved ones and the adjustments they can make to respond to those changes. Not shying away from challenges, She's Still My Mom tackles topics like anger, denial, caregiving options, family dynamics, and grief. In every instance, the guide unpacks the issues and provides understanding and practical strategies to cope with these challenges.Blending her personal experience of navigating Alzheimer's disease with principles gained from her profession, educator Laura Doan demonstrates that there can be hope, moments of joy, and ongoing communication in the midst of the Alzheimer's journey. Written with uncommon transparency, this very personal account offers tips, techniques, and attitudes that Laura used as she walked through dementia and Alzheimer's with her mother and mother-in-law. With helpful insights and practical advice, She's Still My Mom gives inspired, hands-on help to individuals, families, and caregivers who are supporting loved ones living with Alzheimer's.
Postdiabetic
Now in paperback: From the creator of WILDFIT, an internationally recognized health and lifestyle coaching company, comes an easy-to-follow 9-week process to reverse prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. If you are struggling with type 2 diabetes, obesity, or hypertension, you should know two important things: 1) It is not your fault.2) It is your responsibility to turn things around. The truth is that the hardship caused by type 2 diabetes is fueled by profit-seeking food manufacturers. And while it is easy to place blame on the food industry, it is also important to understand our own roles in creating these circumstances. You might wonder why, if type 2 diabetes is reversible, it is commonly treated as a lifelong condition. The answer might shock you: It is being treated that way because it is profitable to treat it that way. It is a lot more profitable to sell drugs to treat lifelong conditions than to show people how to turn them around. But here's the good news: it doesn't have to be this way. In this book, Eric Edmeades and Dr. Ruben Ruiz give you a solid, step-by-step plan that just might reverse the condition for you. Over the course of 9 weeks, you'll learn how to make subtle changes to your lifestyle and deep changes to your psychology. You'll look at what you eat, when you eat it, and why you eat it. You'll begin to move your body into a primarily fat-burning metabolism and away from your current sugar-burning metabolism, learn more about seasonal eating, and reap the benefits of cyclical eating patterns. By the end of this program, you will have a clear understanding of the way the seasons work in concert with your body, and how you can turn around your type 2 diabetes and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
The Cancer Parent's Handbook
There is a dragon at the gate who means to do your child harm. Raise the drawbridge. Polish your armor. Sharpen your swords. You will find a way to fight and defeat it. The stakes are too high to do anything less than everything you can.Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree wrote those words during her daughter's five-year battle with childhood leukemia. Because let's be real-when a parent hears, "Your child has cancer," their entire world flips upside down. Suddenly, they're expected to become an instant expert, fierce advocate, and calm-in-the-storm caregiver. But nobody hands them a manual. Let alone their friends, family, or grandparents.Until now.The Cancer Parent's Handbook is the book Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree wished someone had handed her when her family was thrown into this medical hurricane. It's part survival guide, part battle plan, and part straight-up permission slip to fall apart and get back up again.Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree delivers the real talk, the nitty-gritty, and the tricks that actually work-from navigating hospital life, medical teams, and terrifying treatment plans to managing family, sanity, and that tiny voice in the back of a parent's head screaming WHAT IF SHE DIES?What's inside?✔ What parents need to know right now (a.k.a. the things oncologists don't have time to explain) ✔ The secret sauce of advocating like a boss (without making enemies) ✔ The reality of hospital life (and how to throw a killer hospital party) ✔ How to get help without feeling like a burden (people want to help-they just need to be shown how) ✔ Why joy, laughter, and snacks still matter (giving both kids and parents a little self-care during their long cancer battle)This book is here to help families fight like hell for their child while keeping their foundation intact and robust. No parent should have to figure this out alone. Take a deep breath, turn the page, and let The Cancer Parent's Handbook guide the way through this journey.
Optimising Recovery from Vulval and Vaginal Pain
Millions of women experience vulval or vaginal pain, yet this issue is rarely discussed.It is time for this to change!This empowering, evidence-based book will help you to: Understand your body and intimate anatomyUnderstand the development of persistent vulval and vaginal painBe aware of treatment and management optionsDevelop positive pain-management strategiesCreate nurturing self-care practicesSuccessfully navigate the healthcare systemOptimise your recovery from painHeather combines her expertise as a nurse and hypnotherapist with her personal experience of vulvodynia, offering an authentic voice and a sense of hope to those living with intimate pain conditions.'This practical guide to optimising recovery from vulval and vaginal pain gives a refreshingly positive perspective that will help many women. Heather's voice soothes and reassures, whilst also being knowledgeable and informative. I will be happy to recommend this book to my patients as a wonderful resource to optimise their own recovery.' Dr Ursula Winters'Full of useful practical tips, this book is guaranteed to educate and empower women to better understand their symptoms, make positive changes and improve their quality of life whilst living with an intimate female health condition.' Dr Neesha Patel
The Circadian Diabetes Code
Avoid, manage, and even reverse diabetes and prediabetes just by changing when--not what--you eat with this authoritative guide from the author of The Circadian Code, now updated with the latest guidance about optimizing new medications including Ozempic and Wegovy. Today, one in ten Americans is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and more than one in three already has prediabetes. Many prescription medications used to treat this chronic disease have unwanted side effects. What's more, the restrictive dieting protocols used to manage diabetes are difficult to maintain over time. Yet the latest science shows that a simple approach that aligns your daily lifestyle--when you eat, sleep, and exercise--with your body's inherent circadian rhythm can be just as effective. This is also the ideal method to enhance the effects of groundbreaking GLP-1 agonists and semaglutides including Ozempic and Wegovy. Best of all, following this program can enhance every other aspect of your health, from losing weight to boosting immunity. In The Circadian Diabetes Code, senior Salk Institute researcher and internationally acclaimed author of The Circadian Code, Satchin Panda, PhD, shares his groundbreaking program. He shares the best way to adopt intermittent fasting, the worldwide phenomenon that started in Dr. Panda's lab, which has been used as an effective weight-loss strategy for almost a decade. Now, you can use this same strategy to optimize your blood glucose response and naturally lower your risk for developing "the sinister friends of diabetes"--heart disease and obesity. The truth is, intermittent fasting is much easier that you think. You will learn how to: Identify your optimal eating zonePlan your meals according to your circadian rhythmExercise at the right time to control blood glucose levelsGet the best night's sleep to reset your brain and bodyOptimally time medication, as neededAnd much more
Something in the Air
Feel the change in your bones? From worsening arthritis pain to seasonal depression, discover why millions of people really are "under the weather" and learn science-backed solutions to take control of your health no matter what the forecast. Your body is a living weather station, responding to every shift in temperature, pressure, and humidity. Drawing from groundbreaking research and decades of scientific investigation, veteran science journalist Anthony R. Wood reveals how seasonal changes impact everything from your joints and sinuses to your mood and immune system. Through vivid storytelling and interviews with leading researchers, Wood separates fact from folklore to explain: Why arthritis pain spikes before storms and what you can do about it How seasonal changes trigger asthma, allergies, and other respiratory conditions The real science behind Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and vitamin D deficiency Evidence-based strategies to protect your health through all four seasons Written by a four-time Pulitzer-nominated science journalist, Something in the Air transforms complex biometeorological science into practical wisdom for anyone who has ever felt their health fluctuate with the weather. Includes an essential appendix of CDC-backed recommendations for managing seasonal health conditions.
Alzheimer's and Dementia
Individuals or families receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or brain damage from a stroke face daunting questions: how to provide care when the patient can no longer manage his or her own affairs, how to protect their rights and property, where to go for help, and how to cope with the day-to-day challenges of fading memory and diminished cognition. First published in 2011, Boyer and Shapiro's Alzheimer's and Dementia offers a comprehensive guide to families and professionals taking on the role of caregiver. The newly revised and updated edition offers practical strategies for dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia, including new research and treatment updates. The book, specific to Nevada, covers state laws including Medicaid planning, asset protection, guardianship, probate, advance directives, and patient rights. It also addresses estate and financial planning, and provides a detailed list of resources available to assist caregivers. Written by an elder law attorney and a gerontologist, Alzheimer's and Dementiaoffers insights from two professionals who provide practical solutions to common obstacles faced by caregivers, helping them support the needs and overcome the challenges facing those coping with these diseases. Boyer and Shapiro coauthored The Essential Eldercare Handbook for Nevada also available from the University of Nevada Press.
Tired all the time
Are you or someone you care about constantly exhausted, struggling with dizziness, brain fog, and a racing heart? Do you feel worse when standing or after physical activity? You may be dealing with Dysautonomia - and this book could be the resource you've been searching for."Tired All the Time: Defeating Dysautonomia" is your comprehensive guide to understanding and managing Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and related autonomic disorders. Written by a specialist physician with over a decade of experience, this practical guide bridges the gap between medical knowledge and everyday management of these challenging conditions.Do these symptoms sound familiar?Persistent fatigue and post-exertion crashesDizziness or lightheadedness upon standing"Brain fog" or difficulty concentratingRapid heartbeat or palpitationsDigestive issuesTemperature regulation problemsSleep disturbancesAnxiety or mood changesDrawing from extensive clinical experience, this book offers: Clear explanations of Dysautonomia, POTS and associated conditionsPractical diagnostic and testing informationEvidence-based treatment strategies, from lifestyle modifications to medicationsExpert guidance on managing symptoms like fatigue, brain fog and orthostatic intoleranceStrategies for communicating with healthcare providers and loved onesEssential information on related conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Mast Cell Activation SyndromeReal-world tips for daily living with DysautonomiaLatest developments in treatment and researchWhether you're newly diagnosed, have been struggling with unexplained symptoms for years, or are a healthcare provider seeking to expand your knowledge, this book provides the tools and understanding needed to effectively manage these complex conditions.Don't let Dysautonomia control your life. Take the first step toward better health with this authoritative yet accessible guide that empowers you to take control of your wellbeing. From understanding the intricacies of the autonomic nervous system to navigating practical day-to-day challenges, "Tired All the Time" is your essential companion on the journey to improved health.
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Cancer, Trauma & Emotions
Could unresolved trauma be the missing piece in understanding cancer? In Cancer, Trauma & Emotions, integrative oncology expert and cancer survivor Brandon LaGreca presents a revolutionary approach to understanding cancer by addressing its deep emotional and traumatic roots. Drawing on research in mind-body science, epigenetics, and neuroscience, LaGreca reveals how adverse childhood experiences, unresolved trauma, and the "Type C" personality coalesce to create the conditions for cancer to develop and thrive. He explains the mechanisms by which emotional wounds impact our physiology and gene expression, potentially leading to disease.But this book offers more than just theory-it provides a comprehensive toolkit for healing. LaGreca explores a wide range of evidence-based therapies to resolve trauma and restore emotional well-being, including psychotherapy, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, energy medicine, meditation, and more. He emphasizes the critical importance of addressing the spiritual dimension of healing and tapping into the wisdom of the heart. The book includes powerful patient stories and practical exercises to help readers apply these healing strategies.Whether you are a cancer patient seeking a more holistic approach to treatment, a survivor looking to prevent recurrence, or a healthcare practitioner wanting to better support your patients, this groundbreaking book offers invaluable insights and strategies. By illuminating the deep connections between our emotions, life experiences, and physical health, Cancer, Trauma & Emotions provides a roadmap for true healing and empowerment. This book will change the way you think about cancer-and life itself.
