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The Urban Monk: Eastern Wisdom and Modern Hacks to Stop Time and Find Success, Happiness, and Pe ace
by Pedram ShojaiWe all struggle to discover satisfaction and contentment in the modern world and yet the more technology we use, the more things seem to get worse. What are we all missing? What will it take for us to find our centers? Pedram Shojai shares how the calmness of Zen masters is attainable in today's fast-paced world, and with practice, you too can stop time, refuel, and focus on the things that really matter.The Urban Monk, a New York Times bestseller, reveals the secrets to finding an open heart, sharp mind, and grounded sense of well-being, even in the most demanding circumstances. Shojai’s no-nonsense life mastery program brings together clear tools and exercises that can elevate your existence. Learn to honor your body with nutrition and shake free from addictions to toxic substances and experiences. Let your body and mind unwind each day with evening meditations, loosening exercises, and resting rituals that will keep any stress or unfinished business out of the bedroom, helping you sleep better so that your body can rejuvenate. The Urban Monk is filled with priceless practices that you can use in your daily life, right here and now. It is designed to be your companion in this crazy world we live in. There’s no need to move or drastically change your current life. You can find peace within, and The Urban Monk will teach you how to calm the chaos in your head.The world needs you to step up and live your life to the fullest. Pedram Shojai is the Urban Monk who can show you how to drink from infinity, find peace and prosperity, and thrive in a modern world.
The Uric Acid Handbook: A Beginner's Guide to Overcoming Hyperuricemia (Strategies for Managing: Gout, Kidney Stones, Diabetes, Liver Disease, Heart Health, Psoriasis, and More)
by Urvashi GuhaTake control of your health with this easy-to-use guide to lowering uric acid levels and managing gout, liver disease, heart health, and more!Millions of Americans experience high uric acid levels, aka hyperuricemia, and as a result suffer from health conditions like gout, liver disease, kidney stones, heart disease and more. Uric acid is a waste product found in the blood. The body naturally dissolves uric acid, but sometimes it can build up in the body and cause major health problems. With The Uric Acid Handbook, you will first learn what uric acid is and how it operates within your body. Then this book will walk you through how you may be unknowingly increasing your uric acid levels and the certain health risks associated with doing so. Using relatable anecdotes and research-backed strategies, this friendly guide will give you all the tools you need to lower your uric acid levels, including: Professional advice from health-care providers Recipes and recommended foods that are low in uric acid Simple strategies for making daily lifestyle changes And more! The Uric Acid Handbook is the ultimate fact-filled guide to managing your hyperuricemia or simply improving your overall health.
The Use of Bodies: Homo Sacer IV, 2 (Meridian: Crossing Aesthetics)
by Giorgio Agamben translated by Adam KotskoGiorgio Agamben's Homo Sacer was one of the seminal works of political philosophy in recent decades. It was also the beginning of a series of interconnected investigations of staggering ambition and scope, investigating the deepest foundations of Western politics and thought. The Use of Bodies represents the ninth and final volume in this twenty-year undertaking, breaking considerable new ground while clarifying the stakes and implications of the project as a whole. It comprises three major sections. The first uses Aristotle's discussion of slavery as a starting point for radically rethinking notions of selfhood; the second calls for a complete reworking of Western ontology; and the third explores the enigmatic concept of "form-of-life," which is in many ways the motivating force behind the entire Homo Sacer project. Interwoven between these major sections are shorter reflections on individual thinkers (Debord, Foucault, and Heidegger), while the epilogue pushes toward a new approach to political life that breaks with the destructive deadlocks of Western thought. The Use of Bodies represents a true masterwork by one of our greatest living philosophers.
The Use of the Self: Its Conscious Direction in Relation to Diagnosis Functioning and the Control of Reaction
by F. Matthias AlexanderWhat was it that Alexander observed, and in what way was his method of observation so novel? First of all he observed that the use of the head/neck region was of paramount importance for psycho-physical functioning. Not only did Alexander delineate the nature of bodily misuse, but, more importantly, he devised a method of extreme subtlety by means of which we can re-educate our faulty habits.
The Uses of Water in Health and Disease. A Practical Treatise on the Bath, Its History and Uses
by John Harvey KelloggThe Uses of Water in Health and Disease by John H. Kellogg is a comprehensive and practical guide to hydrotherapy, exploring the therapeutic applications of water for promoting health and treating various ailments. Written by the renowned physician and health reformer, this book reflects Kellogg’s expertise in natural health practices, focusing on the healing potential of water treatments such as baths, showers, compresses, and other hydrotherapeutic methods.Kellogg offers a detailed history of the bath, tracing its use from ancient civilizations to modern times, highlighting how cultures across the world have harnessed water for wellness. The book covers various forms of water therapy, including cold baths, steam baths, and sitz baths, explaining the physiological effects each method has on the body. Kellogg emphasizes how water therapy can improve circulation, stimulate the nervous system, detoxify the body, and strengthen immunity.Beyond the practical techniques, the book also delves into how water treatments can complement medical care in treating chronic conditions, fevers, skin diseases, digestive disorders, and mental health challenges. Kellogg provides guidelines for administering water therapy safely at home, detailing the proper temperatures, durations, and sequences for different treatments to achieve optimal results.Written in an accessible yet authoritative style, The Uses of Water in Health and Disease reflects Kellogg’s philosophy of holistic health, where natural remedies, preventive care, and lifestyle choices play central roles in maintaining well-being. This book appeals to health professionals, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone interested in alternative medicine and the history of health practices. Kellogg’s insights continue to resonate, offering practical advice on integrating hydrotherapy into modern self-care routines.
The Uterine Health Companion: A Holistic Guide to Lifelong Wellness
by Eve AgeeThe Uterine Health Companion focuses on the overall health of the uterus, including individual uterine health disorders such as fibroids, endometriosis, and infertility. The book offers a cultural analysis of why uterine health has been ignored alongside a prescriptive holistic plan for optimal uterine health involving nutrition, breathwork, cognitive restructuring, visualisation, and other mind-body healing practices. The uterine wellness plan involves simple, cost-effective daily practices and addresses conventional medical therapies. This book describes all uterine disorders - crucial because often women who suffer from one disorder at one stage of their life eventually have symptoms of other uterine disorders later in their lives. This empowering resource grounds its mind-body approach to uterine wellness in biological and clinical data, making a compelling argument that we need to think about uterine preventative care in the way that we've learned to treat other organs.
The V Book: A Doctor's Guide to Complete Vulvovaginal Health
by Paula Spencer Elizabeth G. StewartThe Groundbreaking Guide Every Woman NeedsWith The V Book, women will learn everything they need to know about the basics of vulvovaginal--or "V"-health, an essential yet often overlooked area of women's health. Dr. Elizabeth G. Stewart, the nation's foremost expert in vulvovaginal care and sexual-pain disorders, answers the questions about the all too common "V" ailments that women are embarrassed to discuss even with their doctors.Drawing upon the latest medical research and two decades of experience treating thousands of women in her specialized gynecological practice, Dr. Stewart has compiled a wealth of information and advice. This comprehensive and authoritative guide for women of all ages includes:* How your vulvovaginal concerns change throughout the life cycle, from your teens through menopause and beyond* How to pick a good gynecologist, and how to ask the right questions* Dos and don'ts of V hygiene--and why sometimes less is better* The safest use of tampons, pads, and pantiliners* How to handle common symptoms, such as redness, itching, dryness, and discharge* Which medical tests you should insist upon from your doctor* Tips for safe and pleasurable sex, and what to do when sexual intercourse is painful* The latest research on vulvodynia, the vaginal pain syndrome that won't go away* Diagnosing and treating yeast infections, allergies, and other ailments* What to do if your doctor detects cancer or precancer cellsAnd much, much more...From the Trade Paperback edition.
The V Zone: A Woman's Guide to Intimate Health Care
by Colette BouchezThe V Zone answers those difficult and embarrassing questions women often are unable to ask their own doctor. Colette Bouchez, an award winning medical journalist, explains important health information in easy-to-understand language, and offers women a clear, concise plan for dealing with the most common gynecological complaints. In addition to describing currently available medical treatments, The V Zone reports on natural and alternative solutions, and helps navigate the wide array of over-the-counter products, including menstrual aids, home test kits, and feminine hygiene products. Know instantly what's safe to use, what's not, when it's okay to self-treat, and when it's time to seek professional care. Also included is the latest information on: vaginitis, painful sex urinary tract infections, yeast infections, STDs, and much more! With advice from over two dozen medical experts, The V Zone is the definitive guide women can turn to and rely on, today and for years to come.
The V-Word
by Amber J. KeyserAn honest and poignant collection of essays by women about losing their virginity in their teens. The V-Word captures the complexity of this important life-decision and reflects diverse real-world experiences. Includes helpful resources for parents and teens.Losing it. Popping your cherry. Handing in your V-card. First time sex is a big unknown. Will it be candlelight and rose petals or quick and uncomfortable? Is it about love or about lust? Deciding to have sex for the first time is a choice that's often fraught with anxiety and joy. But do you have anyone telling you what sex is really like? In The V-Word seventeen writers (including Christa Desir, Justina Ireland, Sara Ryan, Carrie Mesrobian, Erica Lorraine Scheidt, and Jamia Wilson) pull back the sheets and tell all, covering everything from straight sex to queer sex, diving-in versus waiting, and even the exhilaration and disappointment that blankets it all. Some of their experiences happened too soon, some at just the right time, but all paint a broad picture of what first-time sex is really like. Funny, hot, meaningful, cringe-worthy, gross, forgettable, magnificent, empowering, and transformative, the stories in The V-Word are never preachy, but provide a map for teens to chart their own course through the steamy waters of sex. With The V-Word girls can finally take control, learn what's on the horizon, and eliminate the fear and mystery surrounding this important milestone.
The VB6 Cookbook: More Than 350 Recipes For Healthy Vegan Meals All Day And Delicious Flexitarian Dinners At Night
by Mark BittmanFollowing up on his bestselling diet plan, VB6, the incomparable Mark Bittman delivers a full cookbook of recipes designed to help you eat vegan every day before 6:00 p.m.--and deliciously all of the time. This special iBooks Author edition of the VB6 Cookbook invites you to: - Plan a day, week, or month of meals, or cook from Mark's 28-day VB6 menu and adjust it to suit the way you live. - Cook from step-by-step instructions. When you're ready to start cooking, seamlessly switch to landscape mode and view the recipe steps in an easy-to-read format that you can see from across the kitchen counter. - Shop quickly and easily. Pick out the recipes or parts of your menu that you want to make, and gather an aggregated list of the ingredients you need, which you can email to yourself or shop from right in the ebook. - Discover ingredient characteristics with an interactive spinner, learning about the Unlimited, Flexible, and Treat foods that make up the core of VB6. - Connect to Mark's Twitter feed and tweet back from your own kitchen--without closing the ebook. In VB6, bestselling author and New York Times columnist Mark Bittman created an easy-to-follow diet plan for vegan meals for breakfast and lunch, and healthy, vegetable-forward meals for everyday. Now in this tie-in cookbook, Bittman expands on the VB6 diet with a collection of brand new recipes and variations sto keep the diet going and to keep eating better. It's no surprise that when you eat lots of fruits and veggies and cut back on meat and dairy, your health can improve. Bittman's reliably simple, straightforward approach to cooking, and thoughtful approach to eating more plant foods, will make this a must-cook book for both VB6 diet converts and for anyone looking to lose weight and cook, eat, and live healthier.From the Hardcover edition.
The VBAC Companion
by Diana KorteThe Cesarean Rate is finally dropping in the United States, primarily because women who have had this operation are saying no to a repeat cesarean. They are doing so because vaginal birth after cesarean, or VBAC, is generally safer than the alternative. For most women, though, VBAC is still a scary prospect. InThe VBAC Companion,Diana Korte explains the risks and benefits of both VBACs and repeat cesareans. She tells how to work on overcoming fears about labor, how to find a VBAC-friendly doctor (or midwife) and hospital (or birth center), and how to get extra support, from a labor assistant, childbirth educator, or VBAC support group. Korte also describes pain-relieving techniques for labor, and routine hospital procedures to avoid. Throughout the book are VBAC success stories, told in the mothers' own words, for inspiration on the path to a safe and joyful birth.
The Vaastu Workbook: Using the Subtle Energies of the Indian Art of Placement to Enhance Health, Prosperity, and Happiness in Your Home
by Talavane Krishna• Detailed instructions for creating a home that harmonizes with the natural and spiritual energies of its environment• Unlike feng shui, which favors adding "cures" to cover existing problems, vaastu (like holistic medicine) focuses on fixing underlying problems for the health of the entire system• By the director of the foremost vaastu center in India• Includes 100 line drawings to make all the complexities of vaastu understandable to a beginner Feng shui practitioners are quickly discovering vaastu, the Indian art of environmental design that helps you create a home that is in harmony with the natural and spiritual energies surrounding it. Until now, books on vaastu have told you where to place your doors or ponds without fully explaining the rationale behind this. The Vaastu Workbook presents vaastu as it was meant to be understood--as an interconnected part of the great Indian tradition of sacred knowledge, along with yoga, ayurveda, and astrology. Using hundreds of clear line drawings, The Vaastu Workbook takes you through every conceivable vaastu situation, exploring the dos and don'ts of window and door placement, interior design, street focus, directional facing, landscaping, and much more. Introductory chapters provide a thorough grounding in the basics of Indian astrology, the five elements, and the healing tradition of ayurveda, all of which is necessary to truly understand the details of vaastu. With this knowledge in hand, even a beginner can quickly learn how to design a new home--or renovate an existing one--in order to bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to those who live there.
The Vaccination Picture
by Timothy CaulfieldFew topics in health policy have generated as much debate—and frustration—among public health experts as the issue of vaccine safety. Misinformation around the science of vaccination continues to spread, and too often the media fails to report bad science for what it is. Using science-informed analysis alongside original art and powerful essays, health science leader Timothy Caulfield debunks the myths and false assumptions about vaccination safety and effectiveness. Accessible, informative, and entertaining, The Vaccination Picture tells the true story of vaccines, their uses, and their positive effects for everyone.
The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child
by Robert W. SearsA balanced look at vaccines so you can make an informed decision.
The Vaccine Court: The Dark Truth of America's Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
by Wayne RohdeA hard look at the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and the families desperately trying to navigate their way through it.The Vaccine Court looks at the mysterious and often unknown world of the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP), the only recourse for seeking compensation for those who have been injured by a vaccine. The NVICP, better known as the "Vaccine Court," however, is not without controversy.Established by Congress as a direct result of the passage of the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, the NVICP was supposed to offer a no-fault alternative to the traditional injury claims filed in state or federal courts and was to provide quick, efficient, and fair compensation for those who have been injured by vaccines. The reality, however, is that many cases take several years or longer to complete and require tremendous commitment from families already pushed to the brink of bankruptcy caring for the vaccine-injured family member, only to discover that the end result is manipulated by the government in defense of the US vaccine policy.Mr. Rohde looks into the inner workings of the US Federal Claims Court and the NVICP. He interviews families who have filed petitions and won compensation, families who have been denied compensation, and families still waiting for a decision. By highlighting the journeys of these families-their efforts to find attorneys willing to represent them, the filing of their petitions, and the subsequent mountain of paperwork, medical records, and other documents that span years-Mr. Rohde exposes the bitter truth behind the NVICP. Through his thoughtful interviews and fact-finding research, The Vaccine Court sheds light on how the NVICP has evolved into something far more treacherous than what Congress envisioned with the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act in 1986.
The Vaccine-Friendly Plan: Dr. Paul's Safe and Effective Approach to Immunity and Health-from Pregnancy Through Your Child's Teen Years
by Paul Thomas Jennifer MargulisAn accessible and reassuring guide to childhood health and immunity from a pediatrician who's both knowledgeable about the latest scientific research and respectful of a family's risk factors, health history, and concerns In The Vaccine-Friendly Plan, Paul Thomas, M.D., presents his proven approach to building immunity: a new protocol that limits a child's exposure to aluminum, mercury, and other neurotoxins while building overall good health. Based on the results from his pediatric practice of more than eleven thousand children, as well as data from other credible and scientifically minded medical doctors, Dr. Paul's vaccine-friendly protocol gives readers * recommendations for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth * vital information about what to expect at every well child visit from birth through adolescence * a slower, evidence-based vaccine schedule that calls for only one aluminum-containing shot at a time * important questions to ask about your child's first few weeks, first years, and beyond * advice about how to talk to health care providers when you have concerns * the risks associated with opting out of vaccinations * a practical approach to common illnesses throughout the school years * simple tips and tricks for healthy eating and toxin-free living at any age The Vaccine-Friendly Plan presents a new standard for pediatric care, giving parents peace of mind in raising happy, healthy children.
The Vaccine: Inside the Race to Conquer the COVID-19 Pandemic
by Joe Miller Özlem Türeci Ugur SahinWinners of the Paul Ehrlich PrizeThe dramatic story of the married scientists who founded BioNTech and developed the first vaccine against COVID-19.Nobody thought it was possible. In mid-January 2020, Ugur Sahin told Özlem Türeci, his wife and decades-long research partner, that a vaccine against what would soon be known as COVID-19 could be developed and safely injected into the arms of millions before the end of the year. His confidence was built upon almost thirty years of research. While working to revolutionize the way that cancerous tumors are treated, the couple had explored a volatile and overlooked molecule called messenger RNA; they believed it could be harnessed to redirect the immune system's forces against any number of diseases. As the founders of BioNTech, they faced widespread skepticism from the scientific community at first; but by the time Sars-Cov-2 was discovered in Wuhan, China, BioNTech was prepared to deploy cutting edge technology and create the world’s first clinically approved inoculation for the coronavirus.The Vaccine draws back the curtain on one of the most important medical breakthroughs of our age; it will reveal how Doctors Sahin and Türeci were able to develop twenty vaccine candidates within weeks, convince Big Pharma to support their ambitious project, navigate political interference from the Trump administration and the European Union, and provide more than three billion doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine to countries around the world in record time.Written by Joe Miller—the Financial Times’ Frankfurt correspondent who covered BioNTech’s COVID-19 project in real time—with contributions from Sahin and Türeci, as well as interviews with more than sixty scientists, politicians, public health officials, and BioNTech staff, the book covers key events throughout the extraordinary year, as well as exploring the scientific, economic, and personal background of each medical innovation. Crafted to be both completely accessible to the average reader and filled with details that will fascinate seasoned microbiologists, The Vaccine explains the science behind the breakthrough, at a time when public confidence in vaccine safety and efficacy is crucial to bringing an end to this pandemic.
The Vagina Bible: The Vulva and the Vagina: Separating the Myth from the Medicine
by Dr. Jen GunterInstant New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller!Boston Globe bestseller#1 Canadian BestsellerOB/GYN, The New York Times columnist, host of the show Jensplaining, and internationally bestselling author Dr. Jen Gunter now delivers the definitive book on vaginal health, answering the questions you&’ve always had but were afraid to ask—or couldn&’t find the right answers to. She has been called Twitter&’s resident gynecologist, the Internet&’s OB/GYN, and one of the fiercest advocates for women&’s health…and she&’s here to give you the straight talk on the topics she knows best. Does eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen? Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex? What&’s the truth about the HPV vaccine? So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it&’s easy to be overwhelmed—whether it&’s websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? OB-GYN Jen Gunter, an expert on women&’s health—and the internet&’s most popular go-to doc—comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about: • The vaginal microbiome • Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies • How diet impacts vaginal health • Stem cells and the vagina • Cosmetic vaginal surgery • What changes to expect during pregnancy and after childbirth • What changes to expect through menopause • How medicine fails women by dismissing symptomsPlus: • Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health • How to select a tampon • The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot . . . And so much more. Whether you&’re a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are &“uncool&” or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.
The Vagina Bible: The vulva and the vagina - separating the myth from the medicine
by Dr. Jennifer GunterDoes eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?What's the truth about the HPV vaccine?So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed-whether it's websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? Obstetrician Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health-and the internet's most popular go-to doc-comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about:· The vaginal microbiome · Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies · How diet impacts vaginal health · Stem cells and the vagina · Cosmetic vaginal surgery· What changes to expect during pregnancy, after childbirth, and through menopause· How medicine fails women by dismissing symptomsPlus:· Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health· How to select a tampon · The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot... And so much more. Whether you're a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are 'uncool' or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.
The Vagina Bible: The vulva and the vagina - separating the myth from the medicine
by Dr. Jennifer GunterDoes eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?What's the truth about the HPV vaccine?So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed-whether it's websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? Obstetrician Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health-and the internet's most popular go-to doc-comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about:· The vaginal microbiome · Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies · How diet impacts vaginal health · Stem cells and the vagina · Cosmetic vaginal surgery· What changes to expect during pregnancy, after childbirth, and through menopause· How medicine fails women by dismissing symptomsPlus:· Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health· How to select a tampon · The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot... And so much more. Whether you're a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are 'uncool' or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.
The Vagina Bible: The vulva and the vagina--separating the myth from the medicine
by Jen GunterFrom Canadian OB/GYN, women's health advocate and New York Times columnist Dr. Jen Gunter: The Vagina Bible is a comprehensive, accessible antidote to the maelstrom of misinformation around female sexual health, and the ultimate guide to everything a person needs to know about the vagina and vulva.We are well into the twenty-first century and have access to more information than ever before, yet many people don't know that a vagina is self-cleaning, condoms should be used with a lubricant, eating sugar doesn't cause a yeast infection, and sex shouldn't be painful. As a physician with twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr. Jen Gunter is all too familiar with the fears, fallacies and misinformation that abound about vaginal health. On Twitter, she hilariously exposes unscientific wellness advice and debunks potentially harmful and stunningly unnecessary products from "vagina profiteers." Dr. Gunter knows the questions women (and men) have about female sexual health, and in The Vagina Bible, she answers them all. For: * the sixteen-year-old trying to figure out tampons; * the twenty-six-year-old wondering how to avoid a UTI; * the thirty-six-year-old trans woman navigating her new anatomy; * the forty-six-year-old worried about the changing appearance of her vulva; * the fifty-six-year-old looking into the HPV vaccine for her daughter (and maybe herself); * the sixty-six-year-old experiencing painful sex;The Vagina Bible offers a repository of accurate information based on science, and delivered with wit and wisdom. This is the fact-based, inclusive, and empowering guide you deserve to advocate for your own body.
The Vagina Book: An Owner's Manual for Taking Care of Your Down There
by ThinxThe Vagina Book is an essential guide packed with invaluable information about sexual health that everybody should know, but might be too afraid to ask. With sections on anatomy, periods, hormones, sex, contraception, fertility, hair care, and so much more, this fun-to-read guide helps readers make healthy decisions for their bodies. Compelling personal essays from a diverse group of luminary figures—including Margaret Cho, Roxane Gay, and Blair Imani—are sprinkled throughout, enriching the pages with beauty, strength, and honesty.• From OB/GYN Dr. Jennifer Conti and the team behind the beloved Thinx period products• Dispenses with taboos and misinformation about vaginas and bodies• Provides the latest health research in easy-to-digest entriesAdvice includes yoga poses to help with PMS and cramping, a cheat sheet for making sense of contraception options, why you should care about your pelvic floor (plus easy strengthening exercises!), and the illustrated history of feminine hygiene products, from ancient Egypt through today. This groundbreaking guide is a perfect gift for every modern woman and a vital addition to every modern bookshelf.• A must-have handbook for anyone with a vagina• Presented in a luxe, cushioned case filled with more than a hundred vibrant illustrations• Perfect unique gift for anyone who is passionate about sexual health, feminism, and learning more about their body, as well as readers of Refinery29 and GOOP• Add it to the shelf with books like Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski PhD;, WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source by Alisa Vitti; and Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashaue.
The Vagus-Immune Connection: Harness Your Vagus Nerve to Manage Stress, Prevent Immune Dysregulation, and Avoid Chronic Disease
by J.P. ErricoA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
The Valedictorian of Being Dead: The True Story of Dying Ten Times to Live
by Heather B. ArmstrongFrom New York Times bestselling author and blogger Heather B. Armstrong comes an honest and irreverent memoir—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Brain on Fire—about her experience as one of only a few people to participate in an experimental treatment for depression involving ten rounds of a chemically induced coma approximating brain death.For years, Heather B. Armstrong has alluded to her struggle with depression on her website, dooce. It’s scattered throughout her archive, where it weaves its way through posts about pop culture, music, and motherhood. But in 2016, Heather found herself in the depths of a depression she just couldn’t shake, an episode darker and longer than anything she had previously experienced. She had never felt so discouraged by the thought of waking up in the morning, and it threatened to destroy her life. So, for the sake of herself and her family, Heather decided to risk it all by participating in an experimental clinical trial involving a chemically induced coma approximating brain death. Now, for the first time, Heather recalls the torturous eighteen months of suicidal depression she endured and the month-long experimental study in which doctors used propofol anesthesia to quiet all brain activity for a full fifteen minutes before bringing her back from a flatline. Ten times. The experience wasn’t easy. Not for Heather or her family. But a switch was flipped, and Heather hasn’t experienced a single moment of suicidal depression since. Disarmingly honest, self-deprecating, and scientifically fascinating, The Valedictorian of Being Dead brings to light a groundbreaking new treatment for depression.
The Validation Breakthrough: Simple Techniques for Communicating with People with Alzheimer's and Other Dementias, Third Edition
by Naomi Feil Vicki de Klerk-RubinValidation is a practical way of communicating with and managing problem behavior in older adults with Alzheimer's type dementia. It helps reduce stress, enhance dignity, and increase happiness. The Validation Breakthrough is an essential resource for all settings providing dementia care including assisted living facilities, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, hospice, home health care, adult day services, family care settings, and more.