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By Lottie Storey, Richard Storey, Sue Todd. 2014
For centuries, the monks of Mount Athos have enjoyed long lives, healthy bodies and calm minds thanks to their unique…
diet and lifestyle. Now you too can discover the secrets of good nutrition from this ancient community in a remarkable new diet book.In The Mount Athos Diet, you'll follow the intermittent diet that keeps the monks slim, youthful and largely free from disease. The diet is made up of three easy-to-follow patterns throughout the week:- Three fasting days full of delicious fruits and vegetables from nature's larder- Three moderation days to enjoy the best of the Mediterranean, including olive oil, fish and even red wine- One feast day to completely indulge in whichever foods you likeWith a simple diet plan, recipes, menu planners and tips on how to adapt the diet, plus guidance on exercise, meditation and emotional wellbeing, The Mount Athos Diet promises to transform your body and mind to help you lose weight, feel fitter and live longer.By Myles Hopper, Giles Humphries. 2017
30-minute meals. Gluten free. No refined carbs. Maximum of 10 ingredients.Healthy eating has never been easier. 'We don’t believe in…
meticulous calorie counting or following strict diets. We simply like good, wholesome food that benefits you and your body.'Myles Hopper and Giles Humphries, a nutritional coach and health food duo from Devon are the founders of Mindful Chef, the UK’s favourite healthy recipe box service. Each week they deliver delicious ingredients and recipes to thousands of households, including sporting stars Victoria Pendleton and Andy Murray.Here, in their first book, Myles and Giles share 70 delightful and easy-to-make dishes that are nutritionally proven to boost your health and wellness.· Each meal can be made in 30 minutes and has a maximum of 10 ingredients.· All recipes are gluten-free and contain no refined carbs or sugars.· From breakfast through to dinner – with some guilt-free snacks in between.By Lisa Riley. 2018
As tested on ITV'S SAVE MONEY: LOSE WEIGHT - Lisa Riley's diet plans are the cheapest way to lose weight.…
Having shed an incredible 12 stone, Lisa Riley has completely changed how she eats, how she thinks and how she feels, and now she's here to help you do the same - for good.In this book she takes her advice a step further and shows how to form positive lifelong habits that will help you drop unwanted pounds and - more importantly - keep them off._______________With Lisa's advice, you can learn how to: · Ditch the excuses and just make a start, with her motivational tips and delicious kick-start eating plan. · Eat better with 75 delicious, low-calorie recipes, easy, convenient recipes that anyone can cook - including Fish & Chips with Minty Peas, Bean Burgers & Sweet Potato Wedges, Butternut Squash & Goats Cheese Filo Tart, Lemon Drizzle Tray Bake & Zesty Zero Cocktails!· Move more with fun, fast, easy workout ideas to do at home. · Unpick bad habits, combat negative thinking and find the right mindset - because losing weight begins as much in your head as it does in the gym or the kitchen.Let Lisa inspire you to change your lifestyle, form healthy long-term habits and take control of your body - for good.By Anita Bean, Lorraine Kelly. 2009
What are antioxidants, why do I need them and how do I get them?Diet or exercise - which is more…
effective for losing weight? How can I persuade my fussy children to eat vegetables? What can I eat to help me sleep better? Can certain foods really help my chances of avoiding cancer? Lorraine Kelly teams up with leading nutritionist Anita Bean to uncover the facts about food, nutrition and health. Written in a practical Q&A style, Nutrition Made Easy answers over one hundred questions, covering everything from the absolute basics of what we should be eating, to what to feed our children and the latest research into food and disease prevention. Topical, easy to dip into and written for people who want straight answers to their questions, this major new health title explodes the myths, cuts through the dieting industry jargon and gets straight to the facts about what we eat.By Rick Gallop. 2004
The phenomenal success of Rick Gallop's The Gi Diet - based on a simple traffic-light system for choosing the right…
foods to eat according to their rating on the Glycemic Index - has proved to be the easy and healthy way to permanent weight loss for hundreds of thousands of people. It's so simple to use that you will never have to count another calorie, gram or point ever again!Not only will the Gi Diet help you lose weight without going hungry: changing your eating habits can also help reduce your risk of many life-threatening diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and diabetes.Living the Gi Diet is packed with tips for eating on holiday, dining out and coping with food cravings. Inside you will find:- 100 dleicious-tasting recipes- Everything from breakfasts, snacks and soups to main courses and wicked desserts- Food lists to help you prepare your own meals- What to do if you find you are plagued with cravings for forbidden foods!- Help motivating yourself to stay on course* Foods to avoid* Foods to eat occasionally* Foods to eat as much as you wantWith illuminating and uplifting stories of those who have found the diet a real life-saver in more ways than one, Living the Gi Diet is the best way to lose weight and keep it off.By Theresa Cheung. 2008
Lemon juice is the new cabbage soup of the diet world and a major Hollywood fad; the media is full…
of stories of stars losing weight on diets in which lemon juice is a key feature. The Lemon Juice Diet is a safe, delicious way to get thin quickly using this most magical and most fashionable of ingredients. Scientifically-proven to work and easy-to-follow, this diet will help you lose those excess pounds and stay in shape for good.So, what's the secret behind this diet? Lemon juice stimulates the flow of saliva and gastric juice and is an excellent digestive agent. And the health of your digestive system determines how well nutrients get absorbed from your food, how effectively toxins are filtered out and eliminated from your body and how quickly you lose weight.Lemon juice...- When taken regularly first thing in the morning, acts as a tonic to the liver and stimulates it to produce bile making it ready to digest the day's food- Helps lower blood sugar and can lower the glycemic impact of any meal- Is one of the richest and most concentrated food sources of vitamin C and recent research suggests that people who eat more fresh citrus are more likely to lose weight- Contains pectin power creating a satisfying feeling of fullness and preventing nagging hungerWith easy meal plans, eating guidelines and exercise tips, The Lemon Juice Diet will help you to lose weight safely and effortlessly; all you need to do is give life a squeeze.By Tom Exton, James Exton, Max Bridger, Lloyd Bridger. 2017
Ditch the fads, ditch the fat and get lean for life - let Max, Lloyd, James and Tom show you…
how.This book is not a quick fix – it's a new way of life. Leaner, Fitter, Stronger is about how to make a fit and healthy lifestyle work hard for you; how to have a career, see your friends, go out, have a family, drink, eat burgers and get in the best shape of your life (and stay that way!). With Max, Lloyd, James and Tom as your guides you’ll never feel tied down by a regime, like you can’t accept a drinks invitation or like you have to force down that poached chicken fillet that you’d rather swap for fries. Featuring: - Over 60 easy-to-do recipes from PB & J French Toast and cookie dough protein bars to hearty salads, stir fries and roast chicken with a twist - Breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks and on-the-go, the sweet stuff and 4-ingredient heroes- Workouts for every body: Tabata circuits, home workouts, buddy training, gym how-to's and stretches Plus advice to keep you motivated, life hacks for fitting fitness into your life (and not the other way around!) and a host of myth-busting. These guys know their stuff; let them be your go-to-experts to getting leaner, fitter and stronger for good.About the authors: The Exton Twins and Bridger Brothers founded LDNM in 2013. LDNM is an internationally known and widely respected brand, having brought world-proven diet and training guides, fitness qualifications and education, apparel, a range of high quality supplements and a #1 app to their hundreds of thousands of followers worldwide, changing lives and physiques on every continent. Leaner, Fitter, Stronger is their first book.By Boon Lim. 2021
'A well-written discussion by a world-renowned cardiologist on how the heart functions. More importantly, it is a simple and concise…
book that charts your course to a healthy heart' Dr James R. Doty, M.D.****Worried about your heart health but unsure where to start?One of the world's leading cardiologists, Dr Boon Lim, has created the go-to guide to keeping your heart in good shape for optimum health.This concise accessible book covers everything you need to know about improving and maintaining your heart health. From hypertension, cholesterol and inherited cardiac conditions, to chest pain, fainting and stress, Dr Lim draws on his years of knowledge and expertise to offer practical, easy-to-follow advice on:· How your heart works· High blood pressure and bad cholesterol· Heart attack and chest pain· Rhythm disorders· Fainting· Eating and exercising for a healthy heart· Striking the balance between stress and rest· Holistic heart healthIf you're experiencing heart problems, have high blood pressure or cholesterol, or think you or a loved one might be at increased risk of heart attack or stroke, this book will provide step-by-step tips on how to prevent and reduce heart issues by exercising more, being mindful of your nutrition and diet, and by making smarter, healthier lifestyle choices.This is the ultimate guide to your heart: how it works, when it struggles, what it needs to work optimally and how you can shape your lifestyle to keep it ticking for a long time.Part of the Penguin Life Experts series.By Jeanne Lemlin. 1995
Sophisticated and stylish vegetarian main course pose the greatest challenge for the busy cook seeking meatless meals. With that in…
mind, Jeanne Lemlin, the award-winning author of Quick Vegetarian Pleasures, has created 125 recipes for savory vegetarian entrees to suit all occasions. Delicious, healthful, and easy to prepare, the recipes in Main-Course Vegetarian Pleasures--Roasted Vegetables with Polenta, Risotto Primavera, Pumpkin and Corn Chowder, among many others--take vegetarian cooking into that magical realm where style and substance produce genuine pleasure.By Herbert Benson, Marg Stark. 1996
Learn how the mind shapes the body, and take charge of your health and wellness with the science and power…
of belief.In this life-changing book, Dr. Herbert Benson draws on his twenty-five years as a physician and researcher to reveal how affirming beliefs, particularly belief in a higher power, make an important contribution to our physical health. We are not simply nourished by meditation and prayer, but are, in essence, "wired for God."Combining the wisdom of modem medicine and of age-old faith. Dr. Benson shows how anyone can, with the aid of a caring physician or healer, use their beliefs and other self-care methods to heal over 60 percent of medical problems.As practical as it is spiritual, Timeless Healing is a blueprint for healing and transforming your life.By Gena Lee Nolin, Mary Shomon. 2013
Baywatch star Gena Lee Nolin shares her story of undergoing and overcoming two decades of misdiagnosed thyroid disease and shows…
how the estimated sixty million Americans suffering from thyroid disease can learn to live healthy, happy, and beautiful lives.The most comprehensive, user-friendly handbook available for anyone suffering from thyroid disease: everything you need to know to reclaim the happy, healthy, wonderful life you deserve!Gena Lee Nolin, a star of the hit TV series Baywatch, was the picture of perfect health. Then suddenly she was plagued by a baffling array of symptoms: exhaustion, brain fog, bloating, depression, hair loss, and debilitating changes in energy, weight, and mood, culminating in lifethreatening symptoms during her pregnancy. Like millions of American women, Nolin was struggling with undiagnosed thyroid disease. Thyroid problems leave women feeling anything but beautiful, and often they find themselves stigmatized by friends, family, the media—even doctors. But it doesn’t have to be that way!Collaborating with New York Times bestselling author and internationally recognized thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon, Nolin uses her own story to deliver practical information vital for anyone struggling with thyroid issues. Readers will learn how to get diagnosed accurately and treated effectively, how to lose weight, balance hormones, solve beauty challenges, and regain their self-confidence. Full of practical checklists, questionnaires, and advice from America’s leading experts in thyroid and hormonal health, here is a heartfelt, helpful guide for women who are ready to feel strong, sexy, and beautiful again.There is a nationwide call to cut trans fats from your daily diet. Trans fat raises LDL (lipoprotein, or "bad…
cholesterol") levels in your body. By lowering your trans fat intake, you decrease the chance of coronary heart disease--the leading cause of death in the United States.Now you can ensure your family's health by preparing trans fat-free meals at home. This informative cookbook will arm you with the facts on trans fats and give you the knowledge you need to read nutrition labels and shop for healthy ingredients.Authored by an experienced chef and certified nutritionist, The Everything No Trans Fat Cookbook is filled with 300 delicious trans fat-free recipes for, believe it or not, flavor-filled favorites like:Crisp and Healthy Fried ChickenTex Mex PopcornHomemade Potato ChipsChocolate Filled Doughnuts. . . And even more recipes for dishes like:Soups, sides, salads, sandwiches, and other lunch ideasYeast breads, sweet breads, and coffee cakesChicken, turkey, beef, and pork entrées, such as Beef Manicotti and Shepherd's PieHealthy seafood and pasta dishes, such as Crisp Cornmeal CatfishTo-die-for desserts, including Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cake and Chocolate Oatmeal PieThe Everything No Trans Fat Cookbook will help you and your loved ones eat healthier--without sacrificing flavor!Enjoy the amazing flavors and health benefits of the Mediterranean diet while effectively managing your weight with 100 recipes—all 400…
calories or less.Doctors, nutritionists, and health experts all agree that the Mediterranean diet is the healthiest way to eat. The Mediterranean diet not only reduces inflammation but also protects against chronic disease, lowers cholesterol, and can aid in weight loss making it one of the most popular diets out there.In The 400-Calorie Mediterranean Diet Cookbook you can enjoy all the benefits of the Mediterranean diet without sacrificing the delicious flavors that you love. These 100 healthy recipes are all under 400 calories so you can lose weight while enjoying satisfying portion sizes. With photos throughout and recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus good-for-you snacks and low-calorie desserts, you will find everything you need to manage your calorie intake while enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, seafood, and lean meats and nuts. This healthy cookbook makes losing weight and improving your health easier and quicker than ever!By Dr Ranj Singh. 2019
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAre you keen to lose weight without spending a fortune? Do you find it hard to stick…
to a budget when you are on a diet? In Save Money, Lose Weight, the book to accompany the ITV series, Dr Ranj Singh brings you a 28-day plan that shows you how to make nutritious, calorie-controlled, budget-conscious meals for the whole family.As well as 80 delicious recipes, this book includes: - Shopping lists - Meal planners - Tips to slash your weekly grocery bill - Easy, no-cost exercise ideasLet the nation's favourite doctor, Ranj Singh, show you how to break the cycle of habit without breaking the bank.What readers are saying:***** 'Easy to follow recipes and good shopping guides . . . the results have been great'***** 'Great ideas . . . food tastes delicious'***** 'Lovely recipes to follow and help you get to your goal'By Roja Rahimi, Roodabeh Bahramsoltani. 2024
Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) is one of the oldest medical doctrines, globally known due to pioneering physicians and scientists. The…
greatest source of natural medicines in TPM originates from medicinal plants. Therapeutic Medicinal Plants in Traditional Persian Medicine provides a background on the history of TPM, as well as an introduction to 40 of the most popular medicinal plants used in TPM. It is a practical guide for readers interested in medicinal plants used in the prevention, management, and treatment of different diseases.Features: Includes both traditional therapeutic applications and modern evidence/ uses Makes a comparison between preclinical and clinical studies Provides information on major chemical constituents, therapeutic uses, adverse reactions, and safety for each plant species A volume in the “Exploring Medicinal Plants” series, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, students, academicians, and scientists dealing witth medicinal plants, as well as for those interested in the fields of pharmacognosy, naturopathy, phytotherapy, and traditional medicines.By Eric A. Finkelstein, Laurie Zuckerman. 2008
A guide to how America became the fattest nation, and how the food industry and the government keep it that…
way. In The Fattening of America, renowned health economist Eric Finkelstein, along with business writer Laurie Zuckerman, reveal how the US economy has become the driving force behind our expanding waistlines. Blending theory, research, and engaging personal anecdotes, the authors discuss how declining food costs—especially for high-calorie, low-nutrient foods—and an increasing usage of technology, which make Americans more sedentary, has essentially led us to eat more calories than we burn off. Praise for The Fattening of America&“[Finkelstein and Zuckerman] show that our entire society profits from making people fat and then either keeping them fat or making them thin again. When you understand how these powerful forces work, you can do a better job of resisting them—and staying healthy.&” —Jack Challem, bestselling author of The Food-Mood Solution and Stop Prediabetes Now&“Everyone who eats food in America must read this book. It is a comprehensive guide to how we&’ve become the fattest nation on the planet and how the food industry, in cahoots with the government, makes us one of the least healthy nations.&” —Fred Pescatore, MD, MPH, CCN, author of The Hamptons Diet&“The authors have done an excellent job talking to mainstream America about obesity. It brings together all of the latest research and packages it in a way that is engaging for the average person. I very much enjoyed the book and would recommend it for anyone interested in obesity. Well done.&” —James O. Hill, PhD, Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and author of The Step Diet: Count Steps, Not Calories to Lose Weight and Keep It Off Forever&“An important book for everyone interested in gaining a better understanding of the underlying causes behind the obesity epidemic and options for addressing it.&” —Barry Popkin, Carla Smith Chamblee Distinguished Professor of Global Nutrition at the University of North CarolinaBy American Medical Association. 2006
A boy&’s &“straightforward, accessible, and nonjudgmental&” guide to everything they need to know about puberty and becoming a teen (Booklist).…
Becoming a teen is an important milestone in every boy&’s life. It&’s especially important at this time to get answers and advice from a trusted source. The American Medical Association Boy&’s Guide to Becoming a Teen is filled with invaluable advice to get you ready for the changes you will experience during puberty. Learn about these important topics and more: · Puberty and what kinds of physical and emotional changes you can expect—from your developing body to your feelings about girls · The importance of eating the right foods and taking care of your body · Pimples, acne, and how to properly care for your skin · Your reproductive system—inside and out · Thinking about relationships and dealing with new feelings The American Medical Association Boy&’s Guide to Becoming a Teen will help you understand the health issues that are of most concern to teenage boys, and will teach you how to be safe, happy, and healthy through these years.By Rosemary Conley. 2012
Rosemary Conley is one of the UK's most successful and best-loved diet and fitness experts. Rosemary Conley's Secrets of Staying…
Young is the book that she's been plannint to write for 20 years. In it she shares some of her own experiences of looking and feeling young as the years pass, as well as giving advice on diet; exercise (Including a special section of exercises for the over-70s, an age group that is often overlooked in beauty and fitness books); dressing for your age and shape, and gives medical advice about HRT, plastic surgery and how to stay fit despite the changes in your body. Rosemary Conley's Secrets of Staying Young is not only a practical and useful guide for women, but also a very personal story of how she has maintained her health and stayed looking youthful throughout the years.Les smoothies sont l'une des préparations les plus populaires qui apparaissent sur de nombreux menus. En fait, ils sont si…
populaires qu'il existe une offre pratiquement illimitée de recettes pour différents types de smoothies et que les gens peuvent en profiter où qu'ils se trouvent, allant d'un restaurant préféré à une foire de rue. Ils sont devenus tellement ancrés dans la culture, en particulier aux États-Unis, qu'ils peuvent être trouvés pratiquement n'importe où. Bien sûr, certains smoothies sont plus sains que d'autres, car tout dépend du type spécifique d'ingrédients inclus. De plus, certains smoothies sont faits pour le goût et d'autres, comme les green smoothies, sont faits dans le but exprès d'aider les gens à avoir une meilleure santé et de préparer leur corps à certaines activités telles que des efforts sportifs intenses. Procurez-vous le livre pour les recettes maintenant!By Carol Prager, Valerie Goldstein, MS RD CDE, Samantha Cassetty. 2020
Discover how to identify hidden sugar traps in your food while reducing your sugar intake, losing weight, and improving your…
overall health Did you know that you may be consuming the equivalent of 22 teaspoons of added sugar a day? Added sugar are in practically everything you eat, and you probably eat much more of them than you think. In fact, 80 percent of the 600,000 consumer packaged foods sold in the United States contain added sugar. Most of us are eating way too much of the sweet stuff and don&’t even know it. SUGAR SHOCK! is the ultimate resource you need to break the hold sugar has on you. This easy-to-use guide will help you understand and gain control of the amount of added sugar you consume. It shares the science behind sugar: what it does to you, why your body is wired to crave it, and how to keep track of your intake. Plus, the extensive at-a-glance photo gallery shows hundreds of sugary packaged foods in the market, along with smart swaps for less sugary (but still delicious) options. There are also surefire low-sugar swaps for kids' cereals, snacks, and drinks that even your pickiest eater will love. SUGAR SHOCK! is packed with hundreds of nutritionist-approved sugar-zapping strategies:· Get Your Sugar Score – Take the Sweet Tooth Quiz and find out if your daily sugar dose is okay or out of whack.· 7-Day Sugar Tracker – Crack the deceptive code words and measurements that food labels use to fool you, and uncover the truth about your food choices.· Go Clean & Lean – Wean yourself from added sugars with an easy, painless 7-Day Sugar Step-Down Plan. Go further with a 21-Day Sugar-Detox Meal Plan chock-full of hearty meals and satisfying snacks.· 50 Shades of Sugar – Discover the 50+ (!!) types of sugar disguised in many of the foods you eat (hint: Just because a sweetener like honey is &“natural&” doesn't mean it's better).· Smart Sugar Swaps – Trade up to healthier foods that are just as crave-worthy with the SUGAR SHOCK! photo guide to beverages, snacks, breakfast, baked goods, soups, sauces—even cocktails! With everything you need take back control of your well-being and your waistline, SUGAR SHOCK!is your path to sweet victory and a slimmer, healthier you!