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Growing young : how friendship, kindness, and optimism can help you live to 100 / by Zaraska, Marta,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.A smart, research-driven case for why optimism, kindness, and strong social networks will help us live to 100. From the day her daughter was born, science journalist Marta Zaraska fretted about what she and her family were eating. She fasted, considered adopting the keto diet, and ran a half-marathon. She bought goji berries and chia seeds and ate organic food. But then her research brought her to read countless scientific papers and to interview dozens of experts in various fields of study, including molecular biochemistry, epidemiology and neuroscience. What Marta discovered shattered her long-held beliefs about aging and longevity. A strong support network of family and friends, she learned, lowers mortality risk by about 45 percent, while exercise only lowers it by about 23 percent. Volunteering your free time lowers it by 22 percent or so, while certain health fads like turmeric haven't been shown to help at all. These revelations led Marta Zaraska to a simple conclusion: In addition to healthy nutrition and physical activity, deepening friendships, practicing empathy and contemplating your purpose in life can improve your lifespan. Through eleven chapters that take her around the world, from catching wild mice in the woods of central England to flower arranging with octogenarians in Japan, from laboratories to "hugging centres," Marta embarks on an absorbing, entertaining and insightful journey to determine the habits that will have the greatest impact on our longevity. Deeply researched and expertly reported, Growing Young will dramatically change the way you seek a longer, happier life.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Aging; Aging; Longevity.; Self-actualization (Psychology);
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Vera Wong's unsolicited advice for murderers / by Sutanto, Jesse Q.,author.;
"Knives Out meets Kim's Convenience in this captivating mystery by Jesse Q. Sutanto, bestselling author of Dial A for Aunties. Vera Wong is a lonely little old lady--ah, lady of a certain age--who lives above her forgotten tea shop in the middle of San Francisco's Chinatown. Despite living alone, Vera is not needy, oh no. She likes nothing more than sipping on a good cup of oolong and doing some healthy detective work on the Internet about what her college-aged son is up to. Then one morning, Vera trudges downstairs to find a curious thing--a dead man in the middle of her tea shop. In his outstretched hand, a flash drive. Vera doesn't know what comes over her, but after calling the cops like any good citizen would, she sort of ... swipes the flash drive from the body and tucks it safely into the pocket of her apron. Why? Because Vera is sure she would do a better job than the police possibly could, because nobody sniffs out a wrongdoing quite like a suspicious Chinese mother with time on her hands. Vera knows the killer will be back for the flash drive; all she has to do is watch the increasing number of customers at her shop and figure out which one among them is the killer. What Vera does not expect is to form friendships with her customers and start to care for each and every one of them. As a protective mother hen, will she end up having to give one of her newfound chicks to the police?"--
Subjects: Detective and mystery fiction.; Novels.; Chinese Americans; Murder; Older women;
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Nourish : simple recipes to empower your body and feed your soul / by Bündchen, Gisele,1980-author.; Hutton, Elinor,author.; Kolenko, Eva,photographer (expression); O'Brien, Kevin(Photographer),photographer (expression);
World-renowned model and wellness advocate Gisele Bundchen presents a collection of 100 delicious, accessible recipes focused on kickstarting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle while finding balance and intention through food. Gisele believes wellness begins with food. At home, she follows an 80/20 plan, with 80 percent of her diet focused on fueling her body with healthy and lean proteins and nutrient-rich vegetables while the remaining 20 percent is reserved for eating with more flexibility (hello mom's chicken lasagna!). In her first cookbook, she devotes the first quarter of the book to walking readers through adjusting to this new mindset and offers practical guidance for making it work. From breaking cycles to setting intentions, the merits of an occasional juice fast, buying in bulk, minimizing waste, and meal planning, this book of 100 recipes is as much about cooking as it is about living with mindfulness. Just like many of us, Gisele is no stranger to restrictive diet fads and unhealthy eating habits. In Nourish, she provides guidance on how to create a routine filled with positive intention, delicious food, and gratitude to improve your health and mindset.
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking (Natural foods); Nutrition.;
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Naturally, delicious desserts : 100 sweet but not sinful treats / by Seo, Danny,author.;
"Editor-in-Chief of Naturally, Danny Seo magazine Danny Seo returns after his smash hit Naturally, Delicious with Naturally, Delicious Desserts, an exciting cookbook packed with approximately 100 dessert recipes that are organic, creative, and delicious. Naturally, Danny Seo editor-in-chief Danny Seo returns with Naturally, Delicious Desserts, a cookbook dedicated to those who want to live healthily while indulging frequently. Packed with real nutritional value, these sweets don't skimp on taste: they are just as rich, just as creamy, just as enticing, just as sweet. Danny Seo proves once again that your daily indulgences can be healthy, eco-friendly, time efficient, sustainable, and, with these stellar desserts on display, more delicious than ever before. There are vegan desserts, fruit-packed treats, and superfood-charged snacks. With approximately 100 recipes showcased by over 95 stunning photos, you will realize that indulgent eating doesn't mean you have to skip out on health"--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Desserts.; Baking.; Cooking (Natural foods);
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All in her head : the truth and lies early medicine taught us about women's bodies and why it matters today / by Comen, Elizabeth,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.For as long as medicine has been a practice, woman's bodies have been treated like objects to be practiced on: examined and ignored, idealized and sexualized, shamed, subjugated, mutilated, and dismissed. The history of women's healthcare is a story in which women themselves have too often been voiceless-a narrative written from the perspective of men who styled themselves as authorities on the female of the species, uninformed by women's own voices, thoughts, fears, pain, and experiences. This continuing cultural and societal legacy results in the (mis)treatment and care of women. While the modern age has seen significant advancements in the medical field, the notion that female bodies are flawed inversions of the male ideal lingers on-as do the pervasive societal stigmas and ignorance that shape women's health and relationships with their own bodies. Memorial Sloan Kettering oncologist and medical historian Dr. Elizabeth Comen draws back the curtain on the collective medical history of women to reintroduce us to our whole bodies-how they work, the actual doctors and patients whose perspectives and experiences laid the foundation for today's medical thought, and the many oversights that remain unaddressed. With a physician's knowledge and empathy, Dr. Comen follows the road map of the eleven organ systems to share unique and untold stories, drawing upon medical texts and journals, interviews with expert physicians, as well as her own observations from treating thousands of women. Empowering women to better understand themselves and advocate for care that prioritizes healthy and joyful lives-for us and generations to come-'All In Her Head' is written with humor, wisdom, and deep scientific and cultural insight. Eye-opening, sometimes enraging, yet always captivating, this shared memoir of women's medical history is an essential contribution to a holistic understanding and a much-needed reclaiming of women's history and bodies.
Subjects: Sexism in medicine.; Women's health services; Women; Women;
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Naturally, delicious dinners / by Seo, Danny,author.;
"Editor-in-Chief of Naturally, Danny Seo magazine Danny Seo returns after his smash hit Naturally, Delicious with Naturally, Delicious Dinners, an exciting cookbook packed with approximately 100 dinner recipes that are organic, creative, and delicious. Naturally, Danny Seo editor-in-chief Danny Seo returns with Naturally, Delicious Dinners, a cookbook dedicated to those who want to live healthily and choose foods mindfully. Packed with real nutritional value, these dinners don't skimp on taste: they are rich, enticing, and filling. Danny Seo proves once again that your daily meals can be healthy, eco-friendly, time-efficient, sustainable, comforting, and, with these stellar dinners on display, more delicious than ever before. Give Autumnal Chickpea & Blistered Corn Chowder, Lentil 'Bolognese' with Garlic Pull-Apart Bread, Root Vegetable Tater Tot Gratin, Beach Soup, or Zucchini Noodles with Basil Arugula Pesto a try. This cookbook combines favorite veggie main meal, one-pot meal, pasta, salad, soup, dessert, and bread recipes from previous magazine editions. There are approximately 100 recipes and over 100 stunning photos"--
Subjects: Cookbooks.; Recipes.; Cooking (Natural foods);
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Quantum body : the new science of living a longer, healthier, more vital life / by Chopra, Deepak,author.; Fertig, Brian,author.; Tuszynski, J. A.,author.;
"In an unprecedented collaboration between three of today's most powerful minds, Deepak Chopra, M.D., teams up with physicist Jack Tuszynski, Ph.D., and endocrinologist Brian Fertig, M.D., to bring readers a visionary work that delves into the innovative world of quantum science and shows how unlocking its secrets can revolutionize how we live and age-and, ultimately, how we can eradicate disease. The key is the quantum body. Unlike our physical body, which is subject to aging, injury, and decay, the quantum body exists on a sub-atomic level and is the infinite, invisible source of everyday reality that affects your thoughts, feelings, sensations, and biological responses. Without your quantum body, there is no physical body. And this lack of awareness of the most crucial part of ourselves negatively impacts our lives every day. Through a powerful combination of prescriptive exercises and innovative research into the quantum world, the authors unveil seven breakthroughs that will revolutionize the future of everyone's well-being. Central to this revolution is a groundbreaking understanding of metabolism-the way our cells process energy-that promises to challenge our understanding of modern medicine as we know it. Though all too familiar in the physical world, Alzheimer's, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease do not exist at the fundamental level of quantum reality. By harnessing the power of the quantum body, we can significantly improve our physical and mental well-being, including supporting healthy cell, tissue, and organ function, boosting immunity, promoting mental resilience, and expanding our understanding of what it means to live a happy and purposeful life. In this groundbreaking book, Chopra, Tuszynski, and Fertig show you the way by unveiling the "real" reality of your body and mind as never before and providing a vision for a tomorrow that is already here"--
Subjects: Longevity.; Mind and body.; Well-being;
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Bat basics : how to understand and help these amazing flying mammals / by Krebbs, Karen,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Explore the everyday lives of bats! Bats have been misunderstood for generations, yet they are essential to a healthy ecosystem. From insect control to pollination services, we need bats more than most people know. Bat Basics separates fact from fiction in a fascinating, fun guide to the world's only flying mammals. Author Karen Krebbs has been studying bats for more than 30 years. She lectures, teaches, and even trains government workers on the subject-and now she's sharing her expertise with you. Learn the Bat Basics, such as how they use echolocation, why they hibernate, and what they eat. Discover bat myths that you probably thought were true. Find out how to bat-proof a house. Then turn to the field guide section, and identify a variety of common and important-to-know species. Projects, activities, and tips for helping the bat population round out this comprehensive guide. Get Bat Basics, and read all about why bats should be celebrated-not feared."
Subjects: Bats; Bats.;
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Better stretching : 9 minutes a day to greater flexibility, less pain, and enhanced performance, the JoeTherapy way / by Yoon, Joe,author.;
"A nine-minute routine to improve stretching, mobility, and strength, by personal trainer, massage therapist, and instagram sensation Joe Yoon. Better Stretching teaches readers to stretch smarter to feel looser, move more easily, and peak perform. These stretches are fast and easy. Readers will learn to make areas of tightness and discomfort feel better immediately-and how to make those benefits last. Author Joe Yoon proves you don't need 90 complicated minutes to get more agile and less achy-you just need 9. Yoon's stretches are easy and fast and made for people at all levels of fitness, whether you sit at a desk most of the day, are a high-level athlete, or somewhere in between. Better Stretching is broken up into three parts to help readers find what suits their bodies best. Part One is a compendium of stretches and mobility exercises; Part Two is comprised of strengthening exercises, including routines for specific needs like avoiding the hunching and soreness from sitting behind a desk or prepping for a workout; and Part Three gives readers three different 30-day routines to ease them into making stretching a regular part of their daily lives, as well as to develop smart and healthy stretching habits. Better Stretching is for readers who want to: - improve their athletic performance - prevent injury - use stretching as exercise. Better Stretching's simple, straight-to-the point stretches with over 125 clear accompanying photos will have readers looser and more limber in 30 days"--
Subjects: Self-care, Health.; Stretching exercises.;
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Category [videorecording] : woman / by Ellis, Phyllis,film director,screenwriter.; Proximity Films,film distributor.;
Caster Semenya."When 18-year-old South African runner Caster Semenya burst onto the world stage in 2009, her championship was not celebrated, but instead launched a series of increasingly invasive public attacks, exposing her personal medical records via the international media, and stirring relentless debates on her "legitimacy" as an athlete and as a woman. Using women's naturally varying androgen levels to evaluate their performance advantages, the sporting institution World Athletics create new rules declaring certain female athletes must medically alter their healthy bodies to compete in their sport. Category: Woman focuses on four athletes from the Global South who are targeted and forced out of competition by these regulations, and explores the devastation both to their bodies and their private lives. Filmmaker and former Olympian Phyllis Ellis exposes an industry controlled by men that puts women's lives at risk and raises issues of racism, sexism, and the right to determine another persons' biological sex."E.Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.DVD.
Subjects: Biographical films.; Documentary films.; Personal narratives.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Semenya, Caster, 1991-; Androgens.; Runners (Sports); Sex discrimination in sports.; Women athletes; Women's rights.;
For private home use only.
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