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Get the Summary of Kris Newby's Bitten in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Bitten" by Kris Newby recounts the author's personal experience with tick-borne diseases following a vacation on Nashawena Island. Kris and her husband Paul, who had recently found financial success, were bitten by ticks, leading to a debilitating illness that evaded medical detection. The book delves into the history of Lyme disease, beginning...
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Dans ce livre, nous explorons les fondements d'une alimentation équilibrée et d'un mode de vie sain pour prévenir les maladies chroniques telles que les maladies cardiovasculaires, le diabète de type 2 et certains cancers. En mettant l'accent sur les choix alimentaires judicieux, l'activité physique régulière et la gestion du stress, ce guide pratique offre des conseils concrets pour cultiver une santé optimale à long terme.À travers une...
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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. The symptoms of epilepsy can vary widely from person to person, and the type and intensity of seizures can also differ. Here are some general symptoms associated with epilepsy:Seizures: The hallmark symptom of epilepsy is the occurrence of seizures. Seizures can manifest in different ways, and there are several types, including:Generalized seizures: Affecting the...
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Bending But Not Breaking: Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and related connective tissue disorders. Written by Dr. Mohammad E. Barbati, a consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon, this book offers professional medical insights alongside empathetic guidance for those living with these challenging conditions. The book opens with an introduction defining EDS, a...
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The Complete Guide to Phimosis: Symptoms, Risks, Prevention, Treatments & Support, is one of the most comprehensive phimosis guide books to date to help with tight foreskin issues in men. Packed with a wealth of medical and practical knowledge on the condition, this guide will not only help you understand the science behind phimosis but will also give you real-world advice on a wide range of medical and natural treatments you can use to actually reduce...
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"The HIV/AIDS Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete HIV/AIDS Management" is a comprehensive guide that goes beyond the basics, offering individuals facing HIV/AIDS a holistic approach to living a healthy and fulfilling life. Starting with a historical perspective and the virology of HIV, the book navigates through understanding one's diagnosis, the stages of infection, and the global impact of the disease.The heart of the book lies in empowering...
7) Managing Diabetes: Understanding and Controlling Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes, Practical
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Are you ready to transform your relationship with diabetes? "Managing Diabetes" is much more than a guide; It is your integral companion on the journey towards total control of your health. Written by experts in the field, this book unravels the mysteries of Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes, providing you with practical strategies backed by the latest medical research. Imagine a future where diabetes no longer dictates your daily choices,...
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Since the fifties of the 20th century, intensive breeding in livestock has increased sharply. The increase in meat products and dairy production could only be acheived with artificial insemination of mammals and the animals unilaterally fattening with soy flour, corn and fish meal. The unbridled breeding of animals, through artificial insemination of cattle and with incubators for poultry, has a devastating effect on our health, nature and the climate....
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Dans ce livre, plongez dans un voyage captivant à travers les triomphes et les avancées révolutionnaires de la recherche médicale en Israël. De ses modestes débuts à son statut actuel de leader mondial, découvrez comment ce petit pays au grand cœur a façonné l'avenir de la médecine moderne.À travers des récits poignants et des anecdotes inspirantes, explorez les racines de l'excellence médicale en Israël, o la passion, l'ingéniosité...
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Cancer: Bowel ScreeningA Simple Guide About How It Works To Help You Decide You know how hesitant you are to have a home Test kit done?So many people around the world are considering this.Yet, we throw up so many mental barriers to getting it done, including any repercussions.If you're thinking about taking a preliminary bowel screening test but aren't sure what to do next, this first book can assist.It should remove any early concerns about what...
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Have you been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? If so, you're not alone. In the United States alone, about 40 million adults suffer from CKD, and many don't even know it. Chronic kidney disease is a leading public health problem worldwide. It has been estimated to affect about 13.4% of the population. Yet, there are not many effective treatments for CKD, even in first world countries. Hence, CKD continues to exert a massive toll of morbidity...
12) Good Cholesterol
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Cholesterol, high cholesterol, ldl cholesterol, hdl cholesterol, good cholesterol levels, are all phrases for the same thing. They refer to the bodies inability to process these fats for the bodies use. When learning how cholesterol works on a molecular level, and understanding how the body uses it, you will be able to safely lower your levels without the use of pharmaceuticals and all their side effects.Going to fitness centers and trying to burn...
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Découvrez l'aventure captivante de la quête pour défier le vieillissement dans ce livre, un guide révolutionnaire qui combine science de pointe et sagesse millénaire pour vous aider à rester jeune, dynamique et en pleine santé. Plongez dans les mécanismes moléculaires du vieillissement, explorez les secrets des communautés centenaires, et plantez les graines de votre propre fontaine de jouvence grâce aux dernières innovations en recherche...
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Embark on a journey through the pages of "Cholera Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide," a comprehensive exploration of one of the world's most impactful infectious diseases. Unveil the origins of cholera, tracing its historical outbreaks and the evolution of our understanding. Delve into the basics, unraveling how cholera spreads, its symptoms, and early signs, and explore the global burden it carries. Navigate through the myths and facts surrounding...
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"This book really is an incredible journey. It has opened my eyes to the devastating increase in nearly every disease, and its impact on children is truly frightening and alarming. However, it also shows how most of these diseases really can be prevented and even reversed by relatively easy to achieve lifestyle changes."
-Elizabeth Porter
The number of people with life-taking and life-destroying diseases has been increasing alarmingly for decades....
16) Am I Dying?!
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Featured on CBS This Morning,Men'sHealth, The Washington Post, Buzzfeed, and The Dr. Oz Show
Two top doctors present a comprehensive, light-hearted guide for the hypochondriac in all of us.
Christopher Kelly, MD, and Marc Eisenberg, MD, FACC, are both highly accomplished physicians and health experts from UNC Health and Columbia University Medical Center. In Am I Dying?!, Dr. Kelly and Dr. Eisenberg walk you through common symptoms and medical...
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This 12-chapter guide provides comprehensive information on chronic mosquito-borne diseases in children. The guide covers a range of diseases, including malaria, dengue fever, yellow fever, chikungunya, and Zika virus. Each chapter provides detailed information on the disease, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The guide is designed to help parents and caregivers understand these diseases and take appropriate measures...
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No one expected this journey. Jessica Carmel was born with a severe congenital heart condition. At four days old, her parents learned she would need heart surgery. They had no idea that her future held multiple surgeries and even more unexpected challenges. Fast-forward sixteen years. As Jessica sat in her cardiologist's office for a routine checkup, he told her and her mom that there was nothing more he could do for her. Jessica needed a heart transplant....
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Arianna is a six-year-old girl whose normal life was one day interrupted by her dad being in an accident and losing one of his legs. Her playful and carefree days with her dad had been replaced with sadness, worries and frustration. The outlook of life was bleak and challenging. However, with strengths, positivity and patience she went back to her old routines with extra special new 'normality' in her daily life with her dad.
20) Finding Joy With an Invisible Chronic Illness: Proven Strategies for Discovering Happiness, Meaning
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Live your best life - even when your physical health crumbles.Finding Joy presents a comprehensive, practical guide for living your best life with chronic illness. This psychology self-help book integrates personal and professional insights to give you tools for handling various aspects of living with a chronic illness. There is also a chapter specifically for the loved ones and caregivers of the chronically ill. While this book is designed for anyone...