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Snake Oil Science: The Truth about Complementary and Alternative Medicine
by R. Barker BausellMillions of people worldwide swear by such therapies as acupuncture, herbal cures, and homeopathic remedies. Indeed, complementary and alternative medicine is embraced by a broad spectrum of society, from ordinary people, to scientists and physicians, to celebrities such as Prince Charles and Oprah Winfrey. In the tradition of Michael Shermers Why People Believe Weird Things and Robert Parks's Voodoo Science, Barker Bausell provides an engaging look at the scientific evidence for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and at the logical, psychological, and physiological pitfalls that lead otherwise intelligent people--including researchers, physicians, and therapists--to endorse these cures. The books ultimate goal is to reveal not whether these therapies work--as Bausell explains, most do work, although weakly and temporarily--but whether they work for the reasons their proponents believe. Indeed, as Bausell reveals, it is the placebo effect that accounts for most of the positive results. He explores this remarkable phenomenon--the biological and chemical evidence for the placebo effect, how it works in the body, and why research on any therapy that does not factor in the placebo effect will inevitably produce false results. By contrast, as Bausell shows in an impressive survey of research from high-quality scientific journals and systematic reviews, studies employing credible placebo controls do not indicate positive effects for CAM therapies over and above those attributable to random chance. Here is not only an entertaining critique of the strangely zealous world of CAM belief and practice, but it also a first-rate introduction to how to correctly interpret scientific research of any sort. Readers will come away with a solid understanding of good vs. bad research practice and a healthy skepticism of claims about the latest miracle cure, be it St. John's Wort for depression or acupuncture for chronic pain.
Snake Oil Science: The Truth about Complementary and Alternative Medicine
by R. Barker BausellMillions of people worldwide swear by such therapies as acupuncture, herbal cures, and homeopathic remedies. Indeed, complementary and alternative medicine is embraced by a broad spectrum of society, from ordinary people, to scientists and physicians, to celebrities such as Prince Charles and Oprah Winfrey. In the tradition of Michael Shermers Why People Believe Weird Things and Robert Parks's Voodoo Science, Barker Bausell provides an engaging look at the scientific evidence for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and at the logical, psychological, and physiological pitfalls that lead otherwise intelligent people--including researchers, physicians, and therapists--to endorse these cures. The books ultimate goal is to reveal not whether these therapies work--as Bausell explains, most do work, although weakly and temporarily--but whether they work for the reasons their proponents believe. Indeed, as Bausell reveals, it is the placebo effect that accounts for most of the positive results. He explores this remarkable phenomenon--the biological and chemical evidence for the placebo effect, how it works in the body, and why research on any therapy that does not factor in the placebo effect will inevitably produce false results. By contrast, as Bausell shows in an impressive survey of research from high-quality scientific journals and systematic reviews, studies employing credible placebo controls do not indicate positive effects for CAM therapies over and above those attributable to random chance. Here is not only an entertaining critique of the strangely zealous world of CAM belief and practice, but it also a first-rate introduction to how to correctly interpret scientific research of any sort. Readers will come away with a solid understanding of good vs. bad research practice and a healthy skepticism of claims about the latest miracle cure, be it St. John's Wort for depression or acupuncture for chronic pain.
The Sheldon Short Guide to Memory Problems
by Sallie BaxendaleFor every person who develops Alzheimer's, there are thought to be at least another eight whose memory problems are severe enough to affect the quality of their lives. If you are struggling with memory problems yourself or are caring for someone who has memory difficulties, this book has been written to help you cope. Topics include:why memory might go wrong why you never forget to ride a bikehow we retrieve information from our long term memoryword finding difficulties or the 'tip of the tongue' phenomena the role of anxiety, depression and stress in memory problemsdiet and exercisedementia and other neurological damagemyths and misconceptionswhen to seek further help
Leon Fast & Free: Free-from recipes for people who really like food (Leon)
by Jane Baxter John Vincent'LEON was the first restaurant on the high street to pay attention to a new way of eating - championing gluten-, dairy- and sugar-free food. We've always done it. It's always done us and our customers good. Now it's time to stop it being a secret.' - John Vincent, LEON co-founderEach recipe in this beautiful cookbook is completely gluten-, dairy- and refined sugar-free, with many following a 'paleon' formula (LEON's version of Paleo). From recipes for gluten-free Spaghetti Vongole to chocolate beetroot cake, breakfast dahl to chicken and olive tagine, this book contains recipes for every meal of the day and every occasion, and proves that a free-from menu can be utterly delicious.** Newly revised and improved ebook edition, optimized for both small- and large-screen devices **
Calm AF: Laid-Back Advice for Getting the Better of Anxiety, Coping with Stress and Staying Chilled Every Day
by Sam BaxterEasy ways for feel-good daysLife sucks sometimes. It does. But it’s possible to make it suck a lot less. If you find yourself weighed down by stress, anxiety or burnout, this guidebook is going to set you on the path to feeling calm and cool as can be. With these clear and simple tips on how to relax and reset your body and mind, you’ll improve your mood at home and at work, and you’ll be ready for any situation that might test your tranquillity.
Ernährung in der Altenbetreuung: Esskultur, Biographie und Religion im Verpflegungsalltag
by Susanne BayerSo verschieden die individuellen Ernährungsvorlieben und Gebräuche sind, so unterschiedlich sind die Bedürfnisse älterer, betreuungsbedürftiger Menschen. Das Buch fasst die Empfehlungen für bedarfs- und bedürfnisgerechte Ernährung in der Geriatrie leicht verständlich zusammen und geht darüber hinaus auf spezielle Bedürfnisse aus der Biografie und der Religion der zu betreuenden älteren Menschen ein. In Bezug auf die Lebensqualität nimmt das Essen in der Altenbetreuung immer einen zentralen Stellenwert ein.Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede von Ernährungsgewohnheiten in verschiedenen Religionen und praxisbezogene Hilfestellungen für den Verpflegungsalltag komplettieren das Buch. Mit den vielen Ratschlägen können Konflikte vermieden und die Essenssituation kann für alle Seiten angenehm gestaltet werden. Ein wichtiger Teil sind die Geschichten und Rezepte der hochaltrigen Menschen, sie helfen ein Verständnis für die individuellen Bedürfnisse zu entwickeln. Zum leichteren Nachkochen unterstützen die Videos.Das Buch richtet sich an Betreuende und Pflegende älterer Menschen, aber auch soziale Dienstleister und Ausbildungseinrichtungen werden darin Impulse für ihre Arbeit erhalten.
Ernährung in der Altenbetreuung: Esskultur, Biographie und Religion im Verpflegungsalltag
by Susanne BayerSo verschieden die individuellen Ernährungsvorlieben und Gebräuche sind, so unterschiedlich sind die Bedürfnisse älterer, betreuungsbedürftiger Menschen. Das Buch fasst die Empfehlungen für bedarfs- und bedürfnisgerechte Ernährung in der Geriatrie leicht verständlich zusammen und geht darüber hinaus auf spezielle Bedürfnisse aus der Biografie und der Religion der zu betreuenden älteren Menschen ein. In Bezug auf die Lebensqualität nimmt das Essen in der Altenbetreuung immer einen zentralen Stellenwert ein.Gemeinsamkeiten und Unterschiede von Ernährungsgewohnheiten in verschiedenen Religionen und praxisbezogene Hilfestellungen für den Verpflegungsalltag komplettieren das Buch. Mit den vielen Ratschlägen können Konflikte vermieden und die Essenssituation kann für alle Seiten angenehm gestaltet werden. Ein wichtiger Teil sind die Geschichten und Rezepte der hochaltrigen Menschen, sie helfen ein Verständnis für die individuellen Bedürfnisse zu entwickeln. Zum leichteren Nachkochen unterstützen die Videos.Das Buch richtet sich an Betreuende und Pflegende älterer Menschen, aber auch soziale Dienstleister und Ausbildungseinrichtungen werden darin Impulse für ihre Arbeit erhalten.
The I Ching or Book of Changes: Or Book Of Changes (Bollingen Series (General) #170)
by Cary F. Baynes Hellmut WilhelmThe I Ching, or Book of Changes, a common source for both Confucianist and Taoist philosophy, is one of the first efforts of the human mind to place itself within the universe. It has exerted a living influence in China for 3,000 years, and interest in it has been rapidly spreading in the West.
Dynamics of the Tourism Industry: Post-Pandemic and Post-Disaster Perspectives and Strategies (Advances in Hospitality and Tourism)
by Gül Erkol Bayram Anukrati SharmaThe tourism industry is one of the most fragile industries because it can be significantly impacted by outside forces, such as pandemics and health scares, natural disasters and catastrophes, economic crises, political recessions and wars, and more, especially epidemics that occur on a global scale, which can cause societies to weaken or be damaged. This new volume presents collective experiences that explore how the tourism industry is affected by pandemics and natural disasters, offering case studies and strategies to mitigate their harmful impact.
Dynamics of the Tourism Industry: Post-Pandemic and Post-Disaster Perspectives and Strategies (Advances in Hospitality and Tourism)
by Ül Erkol Bayram Anukrati SharmaThe tourism industry is one of the most fragile industries because it can be significantly impacted by outside forces, such as pandemics and health scares, natural disasters and catastrophes, economic crises, political recessions and wars, and more, especially epidemics that occur on a global scale, which can cause societies to weaken or be damaged. This new volume presents collective experiences that explore how the tourism industry is affected by pandemics and natural disasters, offering case studies and strategies to mitigate their harmful impact.
The Journey: An Extraordinary Guide For Healing Your Life And Setting Yourself Free
by Brandon BaysThe Journey is a simple, revolutionary set of techniques that has freed thousands from lifelong emotional and physical blocks – from addiction, depression and low self-esteem to chronic pain and illness.
The Journey for Kids: Liberating Your Child's Shining Potential
by Brandon BaysAn invaluable tool for helping children to overcome any emotional and physical issues, The Journey for Kids presents simple imagery exercises that will appeal to children from 5-12.
Muscles and Meridians E-Book: The Manipulation of Shape
by Phillip BeachMuscles and Meridians is a unique book that breaks new conceptual ground in the realm of human movement. Exploring the connection between evolutionary biology and Chinese meridians, the volume offers a novel and effective system of diagnosis and treatment of common musculoskeletal disorders. Describes a new model of human movement - the Contractile Field model Offers a rare and serious attempt to look at whole person movement patterns – akin to ‘Anatomy Trains’ but with a stronger link to vertebrate evolution and development Suggests that much of our endemic back and leg pain is due to a loss of ease in postures that are ‘archetypal’ to mankind Offers a profound new understanding of the world’s oldest medical map, the Chinese meridian map
The Art of Urban Astronomy: A Guide to Stargazing Wherever You Are
by Abigail BeallDid you know that stars are seasonal? That Orion is one of the brightest constellations? That a single day on Venus is longer than an entire year on Venus? Space has captivated mankind since the beginning of time. Fifty years ago, Neil Armstrong became the first man to step on the moon and since then our knowledge of astronomy has continued to expand. With so many mysteries yet to be solved, science journalist Abigail Beall takes readers on an astonishing journey though the landscape of space. In The Art of Urban Astronomy, you will be guided through the seasons and learn about the brightest stars and constellations, the myths and legends of astronomy and how to identify star clusters and galaxies with just your eyes or a pair of binoculars. For urban dwellers wrapped up in the rush and bustle of the city, it can be calming and truly valuable to take the time simply to stop, look and reconnect with nature. Packed full of seasonal star charts, constellation charts and fascinating facts, this is the perfect guide for those who have looked up at the night sky and don't know where to begin. After reading this book, you'll never look up in the same way again.
Nutrition and the Female Athlete: From Research to Practice
by Katherine A. BealsDesigned to address the nutritional needs of women over the age of 18 who partake in sports on a regular basis, Nutrition and the Female Athlete: From Research to Practice highlights nutritional concerns specific to active women. It discusses the link between nutrition and athletic performance and translates research into practical applications for
Miracles from Heaven: A Little Girl, Her Journey to Heaven and Her Amazing Story of Healing
by Christy Wilson BeamAnnabel Beam is one of three sisters raised in the Texas countryside by loving parents. But what should have been a happy, carefree childhood was blighted when Annabel developed a painful and seemingly incurable digestive disorder. Her parents spared no expense in the search for a cure, but medical experts assured them there was none. On a rare day when Annabel felt well enough to play outside, she was climbing an old hollowed-out tree when a branch snapped and she fell, head first, thirty feet down inside the tree. Miraculously, she survived the fall but was knocked unconscious. Rescued and later released from hospital, Annabel told her mother, 'you know I went to heaven when I was in that tree'. Annabel shared with her mother her amazing experience of talking to God, who told her that it wasn't her time and that she must go back. What happened next was the greatest miracle of all. Annabel was inexplicably cured of her illness and her doctors could offer no explanation. Written by Annabel's mother Christy, Miracles from Heaven is the story of a little girl's - and a family's - inspiring journey. Deeply moving and heartwarming, the book recounts the fateful day of the accident, Annabel's description of her time in heaven and her miraculous recovery. This is the story of how one family never gave up hope.
Anita Bean's Sports Nutrition for Women: A Practical Guide for Active Women
by Anita BeanCarefully researched and fully up to date, and written by an experienced sports nutritionist, Anita Bean's book is written in a clear and accessible way to appeal directly to active women. Women who exercise regularly have specific nutritional needs.This book covers topics such as exercise and the menstrual cycle, bone health, disordered eating, weight loss and iron deficiency anaemia. Around 45% of women take place in sport or physical activity, and over 4.4 million women are members of sports clubs (21% of women). A recipe section gives women ideas for healthy and easy to cook meals and snacks.
Anita Bean's Sports Nutrition for Young Athletes
by Anita BeanYoung athletes, parents, coaches and PE teachers want to know how goodnutrition can help young sportsmen and women fulfill their potential.As the government focuses on healthy eating for children, this isbecoming even more important with the growing threat to theirwell-being from inactivity and obesity. With the 2012 Olympic Gamesapproaching, the number of young people participating in sport is setto be the highest it has ever been. Around 85% regularly take part insports activities outside lessons - swimming is the most commonactivity for girls, with football for boys. 43% spend between 1-5 hoursper week doing sport outside lesons (Sport England). Carefully researched and satisfying the need for a nutrition book specifically for this age group, Sports Nutrition for Young Athletesoffers clear advice to sports coaches, teachers and parents of youngpeople wanting to maximise their sports performance through eatinghealthily and sensibly. The book covers issues such as:Weight, body composition and eating disorders Nutritional considerations for five categories (Track/running, swimming, gym/ice/dance, racquet sports, football/rugby) Practical nutrition tips Eating plans and competition eating strategies Easy delicious and nutritious recipes.
Anita Bean's Sports Nutrition for Young Athletes
by Anita BeanYoungathletes, parents, coaches and PE teachers want to know how goodnutrition can help young sportsmen and women fulfill their potential.As the government focuses on healthy eating for children, this isbecoming even more important with the growing threat to theirwell-being from inactivity and obesity. With the 2012 Olympic Gamesapproaching, the number of young people participating in sport is setto be the highest it has ever been.Carefully researched and satisfying the need for a nutrition book specifically for this age group, Sports Nutrition for Young Athletesoffers clear advice to sports coaches, teachers and parents of youngpeople wanting to maximise their sports performance through eatinghealthily and sensibly. The book covers issues such as: Weight, body composition and eating disorders Nutritional considerations for five different sport categories Practical nutrition tips Eating plans and competition eating strategies Easy delicious and nutritious recipes.
The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition (Complete Guides)
by Anita BeanThe Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. What you eat and drink are important considerations when it comes to maximising your sports performance. Whether you are a professional or amateur athlete, or just enjoy regular workouts, well-chosen nutrition strategies can enhance your performance and recovery after exercise. This fully updated and revised edition incorporates the latest cutting-edge research and provides all the tools to help you reach your performance goals. This ninth edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: · Maximising endurance, strength, performance and recovery · How to calculate your optimal energy, carbohydrate and protein requirements· Advice on improving body composition· The most popular sports supplements · Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) and eating disorders · Hydration strategies to prevent hypohydration and overhydration · Specific advice for masters athletes, young athletes and plant-based athletes· Nutrition strategies to prepare for competition· Immune health and recovery from injury· Gut health and how to avoid gut problems during exercise
The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition (Complete Guides)
by Anita BeanThe Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. What you eat and drink are important considerations when it comes to maximising your sports performance. Whether you are a professional or amateur athlete, or just enjoy regular workouts, well-chosen nutrition strategies can enhance your performance and recovery after exercise. This fully updated and revised edition incorporates the latest cutting-edge research and provides all the tools to help you reach your performance goals. This ninth edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: · Maximising endurance, strength, performance and recovery · How to calculate your optimal energy, carbohydrate and protein requirements· Advice on improving body composition· The most popular sports supplements · Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) and eating disorders · Hydration strategies to prevent hypohydration and overhydration · Specific advice for masters athletes, young athletes and plant-based athletes· Nutrition strategies to prepare for competition· Immune health and recovery from injury· Gut health and how to avoid gut problems during exercise.
The Complete Guide To Sports Nutrition (PDF)
by Anita BeanThe Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. This fully updated and revised edition incorporates the latest cutting-edge research. Written by one of the country's most respected sports nutritionists, it provides the latest research and information to help you succeed. This seventh edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: maximising endurance, strength and performance how to calculate your optimal calorie, carbohydrate and protein requirements advice on improving body composition specific advice for women, children and vegetarians eating plans to cut body fat, gain muscle and prepare for competition sport-specific nutritional advice.
The Complete Guide to Strength Training 5th edition
by Anita BeanThe Complete Guide to Strength Training is the ultimate resource for anyone wanting to increase strength and re-sculpt their body. Featuring proven training programmes and evidence-based nutritional guidance it delivers comprehensive workouts for beginners, intermediates and elite athletes. This updated 5th edition includes:· New exercises and workouts· Brand new photos, and detailed descriptions of more than 100 exercises· Programmes for increasing strength, muscle and explosive power· Fat loss workouts· Bodyweight-based workouts· Plyometric training· Up to date cutting edge nutrition and supplementation advice for gaining muscle and reducing fat
The Complete Guide to Strength Training 5th edition (Complete Guides)
by Anita BeanThe Complete Guide to Strength Training is the ultimate resource for anyone wanting to increase strength and re-sculpt their body. Featuring proven training programmes and evidence-based nutritional guidance it delivers comprehensive workouts for beginners, intermediates and elite athletes. This updated 5th edition includes:· New exercises and workouts· Brand new photos, and detailed descriptions of more than 100 exercises· Programmes for increasing strength, muscle and explosive power· Fat loss workouts· Bodyweight-based workouts· Plyometric training· Up to date cutting edge nutrition and supplementation advice for gaining muscle and reducing fat
Food for Fitness
by Anita BeanFood for Fitness is the bible for anyone who is serious abouttheir sport, health and fitness. This new edition has seen a completeoverhaul of the book - radically improving the design and adding lotsof new material.The book is now in full colour and contains lots of engaging factboxes and top tips from leading sportspeople and athletes, as well ashigh quality photography.In terms of content, the book is divided into three sections:Exercise and nutrition - seven chapters offering detailed guidance on a range of subjects from eating for competition to superfoods. Meal plans - guidance on how too design your perfect meal plan, plus ready-made plans for a range of sports and calorie intakes. Recipes - over 50 recipes for drinks, snacks, main meals and much more.