Nowadays, more people than ever suffer from some variety of inflammatory disease, including asthma, allergies, arthritis, heart disease, and diabetes. And the rest of us are probably subjecting ourselves to conditions that will lead us to develop one or more of these maladies. Inspired to action by his own sister's struggle with rheumatoid ...
"Lots of people have dreams, but C. Vivian Stringer . . . lives that dream, teaching others to rise up to meet challenges, turning underdogs into champions again and again--on and off the court. This is the quintessential American story, of a woman and of a family pulling together against the odds"--John Chaney, Hall of Fame college basketball ...
The key to fighting heart disease is accurate detection and treatment based on the best information on the patient. In this book, written for the general public, the authors explain a variety of new tests that can provide accurate data on key indicators of heart disease--including an important new blood test. He offers a self-assessment quiz of ...
Ever sustained a knee injury? Want to prevent one? Whether you're young and actively involved in sports, an enthusiastic weekend warrior, or someone who's simply getting older and whose body is changing, "The Knee Crisis Handbook" will show you how to take care of your knees. You'll learn what to do if you sustain an injury, how to prevent a ...
"Men and women ARE different . . . and this book from the founder of gender medicine uncovers the neuroscientific reasons behind age-old disputes between men and women, while providing a groundbreaking, authoritative, and reader-friendly guide to resolving these differences Why won't he ask for directions? Why does she always want to talk about ...
Scientists have long suspected that severe calorie restriction promotes optimal health and longevity by stressing the body in a way that positively influences certain genes. But who wants to undertake a near-starvation diet for the prospect of living longer? The fabulous news is that we may not need to. Dr. Floyd Chilton proposes that we can ...
Fitness trainer Debbie Rocker, a cycling world record holder, is one of the original developers of Spinning and in 2003 created WALKVEST, an adjustable weighted vest that tones and sculpts the body by increasing resistance to any ordinary workout and this 'next generation of functional exercise appeal' has received loud applause from O magazine, ...
Fort Sheridan is a national historic treasure nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan. It was established as an army base in 1887 and decommissioned in 1993, giving way to its rebirth as a township and forest preserve.
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