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Walking in the Sacred Manner: Healers, Dreamers, and Pipe Carriers--Medicine Wom
By Mark St Pierre. 1995
Walking in the Sacred Manner is an exploration of the myths and culture of the Plains Indians, for whom the…
everyday and the spiritual are intertwined and women play a strong and important role in the spiritual and religious life of the community.Based on extensive first-person interviews by an established expert on Plains Indian women, Walking in the Sacred Manner is a singular and authentic record of the participation of women in the sacred traditions of Northern Plains tribes, including Lakota, Cheyenne, Crow, and Assiniboine.Through interviews with holy women and the families of women healers, Mark St. Pierre and Tilda Long Soldier paint a rich and varied portrait of a society and its traditions. Stereotypical images of the Native American drop away as the voices, dreams, and experiences of these women (both healers and healed) present insight into a culture about which little is known. It is a journey into the past, an exploration of the present, and a view full of hope for the future.Full-Filled: The 6-Week Weight-Loss Plan for Changing Your Relationship with Food-and Your Life-from the Inside Out
By Samantha Rose, Ren e Stephens. 2012
Through her Inside Out Weight Loss program and seminars, along with podcasts downloaded more than 3 million times, Renée Stephens…
has helped countless people free themselves from emotional eating to achieve the body and life they've always desired. Now, in her first book, she shares the breakthrough lessons of her popular work and develops them into a complete, step-by-step program: Full-Filled: The 6-Week Weight- Loss Plan for Changing Your Relationship with Food--and Your Life--from the Inside Out. With Full-Filled, you will gain freedom from dieting as you use some of the world's most advanced mind and behavior-changing techniques. An intuitive and easy weight-loss program, Full-Filled will open the door to bigger transformations in your life. Not only will you drop excess physical pounds with Renée's expert guidance, you will get to the root of why you eat and you will lose your spiritual weight--by identifying why you eat the way you do and finding better ways to satisfy your true hunger without food. A former food addict, Stephens is a leading weight-loss coach who works with women and men who have spent years trying to free themselves from their weight struggle and to regain control of their lives. Women, Food and God led millions to spiritual insights; Full- Filled turns those insights into practical steps in an easy-to-follow program that will permanently change how you think about and behave around food. The Full-Filled program will identify and heal your underlying food issues and provide you with the specific tools to create new habits that will make you slim and healthy for a lifetime. This isn't about what foods you should and shouldn't eat (although Renée does share some of her favorite recipes to make weight loss happen faster and easier). Filled with personal success stories and a whole bag of transformative tips and tricks, Full- Filled will set you up for significant weight loss and provide the no-fail techniques for keeping the pounds off permanently.Power Wars: The Relentless Rise of Presidential Authority and Secrecy
By Charlie Savage. 2015
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charlie Savage's penetrating investigation of the Obama presidency and the national security stateBarack Obama campaigned on a…
promise of change from George W. Bush's "global war on terror." Yet from indefinite detention and drone strikes to surveillance and military tribunals, Obama ended up continuing-and in some cases expanding-many policies he inherited. What happened? In Power Wars, Charlie Savage looks inside the Obama administration's national security legal and policy team in a way that no one has before. Based on exclusive interviews with more than 150 current and former officials and access to previously unreported documents, he lays bare their internal deliberations, including emotional debates over the fates of detainees held on torture-tainted evidence and acts of war that lacked congressional authorization. He tells the inside stories of how Obama came to order the killing of an American citizen, preside over an unprecedented crackdown on leaks, and keep a then-secret National Security Agency program that collected records of every American's phone calls.Savage also pieces together the first comprehensive history of how American surveillance secretly developed over the past thirty-five years, synthesizing recent revelations and filling in gaps with new reporting. And he provides lucid explanations of legal dilemmas in a way that non-lawyers can understand. Highlighted by new information about the pivotal aftermath to the failed Christmas underwear bombing and the planning for the Osama bin Laden raid, Savage's own eyewitness reporting at Guantánamo, and detailed accounts of closed-door meetings at the highest levels of government, Power Wars equips readers to understand the legacy of Obama's presidency.The Little Book of Diet Help: Expert Tips and Tapping Techniques to Stay Slim--for Life
By Kimberly Willis. 2011
Little Book. Big Help. Think you know how to lose weight, but can't seem to shed those extra pounds? The…
truth is, most diets don't work--or, at least, they don't last. When we diet, we're so consumed by what we can't eat that we don't focus on how we eat, and how eating makes us feel. That's where The Little Book of Diet Help comes in. With this book you'll learn: * * * How to recognize your bad eating habits and how to create new, improved ones * * * Why certain foods affect your body and your mood * * * The power of EFT and how easy techniques like tapping and hypnosis can combat cravings and boost your energy * * * How to distinguish between physical and emotional hunger * * * Why finding ways to manage stress will naturally help you eat better--and stay slimmer! You'll see that small adjustments to your daily routine can add up to big changes in how you look and feel. You don't need complicated meal plans, you don't need to spend hours in the gym, and you definitely don't need to be miserable. You just need a little help!Bigger Isn't Always Better: Choosing Your Portions (Kids & Obesity)
By Rae Simons. 2011
Our world likes big things--and things keep getting bigger. For example, did you know that 20 years ago, a can…
of Coke was nearly one-third the size it is today? Or that bagels were also about a third smaller? Even the plates we eat on have gotten larger. All this means that we're eating more. And that's a problem. Being overweight causes health problems, even in kids. So it's time to take a look at portion sizes--and do what's right for your body!Fitness & Nutrition: A Teen's Guide To Fitness And Nutrition (Young Adult's Guide to the Science of He #15)
By Christopher Hovius. 2014
Do you ever wish you were stronger...thinner...more athletic...healthier? Most of us would change at least one thing about ourselves if…
we could. But real health and happiness aren't dependent on matching yourself against the unrealistic ideals of a model-thin body or a pumped-up body builder's bulging muscles. Instead, fitness and good nutrition are the two factors that can lead to physical and emotional health. When you were younger, your parents told you what to eat. They probably encouraged you to eat the foods that would provide you with the various nutrients you needed to grow. They may have also encouraged you to get regular exercise. But you're older now. You've begun to make your own decisions about what you eat and how active you are. Learning what your body needs to be healthy is an important part of becoming a responsible adult. Taking care of yourself makes sense if you want to be happy and enjoy life. This book will tell you how to be the best you can be!Diet Myths: Sorting Through the Hype (Understanding Nutrition: A Gateway to Ph #11)
By Kim Etingoff. 2014
Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
What about diets? Lots of people want to lose weight these days. They turn to diets to help them slim down--but diets aren't usually the healthiest options. Diet Myths: Sorting Through the Hype helps you figure out good ways to lose weight and stay in shape. Discover good eating habits that will keep you strong and feeling good for a lifetime!No Quick Fix: Fad Diets & Weight-Loss Miracles
By Jean Ford. 2015
Obesity is a major modern health problem. The obesity epidemic has spawned a multi-billion-dollar industry, promising miracle weight-loss solutions, get-thin-quick…
diets, and too-good-to-be-true diet pills. According to recent government statistics, Americans alone spend $61 billion on diet products each year, which is equal to $200 being spent for every man, woman, and child in the United States. Whether they truly have a weight problem or just believe they would look better if they lost weight, millions of people around the world are scrambling for weight-loss solutions. But even with all the promises from the weight-loss industry, people are still gaining weight, and obesity rates have never been higher. Learn the truth about quick-fix diets and miraculous obesity cure-alls. Discover that most of these products are part of the problem rather than the solution. Learn how to reach your fitness goals without relying on fads, myths, and empty promises.Navigating Your School Cafeteria and Convenience Store (Understanding Nutrition: A Gateway to Ph)
By Kyle A. Crockett. 2014
Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
When you're standing in the lunch line in your school cafeteria, what decisions should you make? What foods should you buy at the convenience store after school? In a store or school cafeteria, it may be hard to pick the best foods and snacks. What LOOKS the best isn't always the healthiest. You may not have a lot of choices to pick from. Learn about making the best decisions you can--both in the lunch line and the convenience store.Managing Your Weight with Nutrition (Understanding Nutrition: A Gateway to Ph)
By Kyle A. Crockett. 2014
Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
How do you tell if you're overweight? Being overweight or obese is a big problem these days. All around the world, lots and lots of people, both adults and young people, weigh more than is healthy. Find out what it means to be obese or overweight. Discover what to eat to lose weight, and how to stay healthy.Eating Out: How to Order in Restaurants (Understanding Nutrition: A Gateway to Ph #11)
By Kim Etingoff. 2014
Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
How do you pick what to eat when you're looking at a menu in a restaurant? Learn how to enjoy eating out while eating healthy. Discover which kinds of restaurants are the healthiest, what to order off the menu, and how to figure out which foods will keep you strong and happy.Health Issues Caused by Obesity
By Jean Ford. 2015
Today, more and more people around the world are overweight. The health risks associated with obesity can be life threatening…
and should be taken seriously. Excess weight increases the risk for a host of diseases and conditions, including heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and respiratory problems. Even children are suffering the consequences of excess weight and obesity. Learn about the various health risks associated with our expanding bodies and how obesity can cause many different health problems throughout life. Discover the true cost of obesity, both to those who face the condition and to our society as a whole.Exercise for Fitness & Weight Loss
By Autumn Libal. 2015
Today, obesity--the state of being very overweight--is a problem that gets worse each year, particularly as many people spend less…
time exercising and more time on the couch or sitting at a computer. The health risks caused by excess weight and obesity are numerous and can be deadly. While we're learning more and more about the harmful consequences of excess weight, many people still have a hard time slimming down. Real, healthy weight loss can seem like a mystery. Explore the causes of the weight epidemic and the health risks that stem from excess weight. Discover the part that physical fitness plays in today's obesity crisis. Learn how fitness--not just slimness--should be the goal of those trying to lose weight. Make physical activity a part of your life!Emotions & Eating
By Joan Esherick. 2015
We all need to eat. Food is a basic life necessity, but it can mean so much more to us…
than merely taking in enough food to keep hunger at bay. We eat when we're sad, happy, bored, lonely, excited, and for many other reasons. Many people have complicated relationships with food and their emotions. For many of us, eating is a way to escape painful feelings. For others, no good feeling can go without a celebratory meal--and maybe even some overeating. But all this emotional eating can lead to serious health consequences, including obesity--the state of being very overweight. Learn more about why people's emotions push them to eat the way they do, and discover how people develop unhealthy emotional relationships with food. When you understand the risks of eating because of your emotions, you'll be able to understand your body's needs better--and you'll know how to stick with healthy eating, no matter how you're feeling.Fast Food & the Obesity Epidemic
By Autumn Libal. 2015
Obesity--the state of being very overweight--is more than a problem in the world today; it's a crisis. One out of…
every three adults is obese. Childhood obesity is a major health concern as well. Experts agree that fast food is one of the most significant factors behind bigger bodies. For many people, fast food has become more than a quick way to grab a meal; it has become a way of life. Learn how fast food and the fast-food industry have shaped not only our bodies but also our lifestyles. Discover how to fight the fast-food industry's hold over the world's diet.Healthy Alternatives to Sweets & Snacks (Understanding Nutrition: A Gateway to Ph #11)
By Kim Etingoff. 2014
Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
What about snacks? In between meals, when you're hungry, what do you reach for? Junk food makes a fast and easy snack--but it won't give your body what it needs. Discover what healthy snacking looks like. Learn why we snack, when snacking is a good idea, and identify the best snacks to pick when hunger strikes.Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren't? How much should you eat?…
What exactly should you eat? During your lifetime, starting right now, you'll have to make a lot of decisions about food. You'll need to choose whether or not to eat breakfast. You'll pick what to eat for lunch. You'll decide whether you want to eat meat or not. It's good to be prepared to make healthy food decisions. Decisions, Decisions: Vegetarianism, Breakfasts, and Beyond helps you navigate through the many food options you face.Discrimination & Prejudice
By Autumn Libal. 2015
Around the world, many people face discrimination because of the shapes of their bodies, their weight, or the way they…
look. People who would never discriminate against others because of skin color or some physical challenge often think it's perfectly okay to judge others based on weight. Many of us don't think twice about judging other people's appearance--but most of us also know the pain of feeling bad about the way we look. Learn about the ways in which our culture discriminates against people who are overweight and obese. Discover the harmful effects of judgment and stigmatization when it comes to weight. Understand the myths that surround the causes and solutions for obesity--and get to know the facts. Find out the true costs of body-hate!The Aztec Economic World
By Kenneth G. Hirth. 2016
This study explores the organization, scale, complexity, and integration of Aztec commerce across Mesoamerica at Spanish contact. The aims of…
the book are threefold. The first is to construct an in-depth understanding of the economic organization of precolumbian Aztec society and how it developed in the way that it did. The second is to explore the livelihoods of the individuals who bought, sold, and moved goods across a cultural landscape that lacked both navigable rivers and animal transport. Finally, this study models Aztec economy in a way that facilitates its comparison to other ancient and premodern societies around the world. What makes the Aztec economy unique is that it developed one of the most sophisticated market economies in the ancient world in a society with one of the worse transportation systems. This is the first book to provide an updated and comprehensive view of the Aztec economy in thirty years.Death by Carbs: Are you eating yourself into an early grave?
By Stephen K Fairley. 2015
There are three serious, widespread addictions in Western society that account for countless unnecessary and premature deaths. We all have…
to die sometime; these things just help to ensure our death is sooner rather than later. Tobacco and alcohol are self-explanatory and accepted without question by most people. What most of us don't seem to realise is that far more people die prematurely from carbohydrate poisoning than tobacco and alcohol combined. Premature death by carbohydrate poisoning is a slow but steady process that is potentially completely avoidable. Each year this results in the premature deaths of many millions of unsuspecting people worldwide, particularly in Western societies. Are you at risk? Do you know how to avoid this Grim Reaper that is trying to take your soul to another place before you are ready to leave? This book reviews the scientific evidence behind the claims.