Oracle at the Supermarket

Oracle at the Supermarket
Author: Steven Starker
Publisher: Transaction Publishers
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2002-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1412830249

"Oracle carefully explores the dangers and benefits of diet and exercise books, sex manuals, and self-actualization schemes. It is a timely and fascinating work, and will be of great interest to health-care providers and thoughtful consumers." --Joseph D. Matarazzo,American Psychological Association

Earl Mindell's New Vitamin Bible

Earl Mindell's New Vitamin Bible
Author: Earl Mindell
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2011-11-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1455509132

America's #1 vitamin book--now with extensive new material and special sections. This classic guide has been completely updated to put the information you need at your fingertips so you can live a longer, healthier and better life. Discover: How to maximize the effectiveness of your vitamins/supplements and avoid problems by taking them in the right combinations New anti-aging vitamins and supplements that will keep your skin and body healthy and young-looking The art of personalizing your dietary regimen to fit your lifestyle, your health profile, and even your job Natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Viagra, Prozac, and Valium Expanded sections on nutraceuticals, homeopathy, and aromatherapy, and how to find the best practitioners in these fields Healing regimens for heart patients, stroke victims, diabetics, and arthritis sufferers New warnings about dangerous drug interactions and "miracle cures" Plus! Expanded sections on herbal teas and tinctures, beauty aids, diets, salt and sugar intake, and new ways to boost your energy level, fertility, and sex life.

Parents' Nutrition Bible

Parents' Nutrition Bible
Author: Earl Mindell, R.Ph./Ph.D.
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
Total Pages: 175
Release: 1995-03-07
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1401932606

An invaluable guide to selecting the vitamins, foods, nutrients, and supplements that are right for your child.

The Great American Waistline

The Great American Waistline
Author: Chris Chase
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Total Pages: 372
Release: 1982
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780140062779

Abstract: A look at why Americans yearn to be thin and how they endeavor to lose weight is presented for dieters. Nine hypotheses are listed as to why Americans over eat, and then purge themselves with guilt and diet. Appetite and physical exertion are not equal. The 2-part book first examines topics concerned with eating: gourmet magazines; TV cooking shows; haute meals; fast foods; convenience foods; cookbooks; cooking equipment; and big is beautiful, Then, topics concerned with dieting are examined; diet books; formerly fat; diet pills; diet gimmicks; exercises; Pritikin; spas; health resorts; stomach bypasses; and jaw wiring. (kbc).

Solved

Solved
Author: Stephen E. Langer
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2000
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780658002939

Describes the symptoms of low thyroid function, discusses its relationship to many common medical conditions, and explains diagnosis and treatment.

Eating Disorders and Weight Control

Eating Disorders and Weight Control
Author: Susan Frissell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1998
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780894909191

This essential volume characterizes what the different eating disorders are, and offers safe ways to maintain weight control through diet, nutrition, and exercise. The authors discuss body image and social pressures which may cause eating disorders.