Diet Science

Anita Perry, a yoga instructor with over 45 years in the fitness field, writes short essays of everyday activities and significant events as seen through the eyes of a yogi. This book contains inspiring, funny, sad, compelling short essays to help you uncover your own wisdom.

For many years Josephine Moon struggled with the question of eating meat, fervently wishing to live as a vegetarian yet requiring meat in her diet. From Josephine’s philosophical, spiritual and physical battle with eating meat came, Buddhism for Meat Eaters - a book for animal lovers, the environmentally and ethically conscious, and generally thoughtful people who eat meat but perhaps aren’t entirely comfortable doing so.

Never before have we had so much information available to us about food and health. There's GAPS, paleo, detox, gluten-free, alkaline, the sugar conspiracy, clean eating.... Unfortunately, a lot of it is not only wrong but actually harmful. So why do so many of us believe this bad science? Assembling a crack team of psychiatrists, behavioral economists, food scientists, and dietitians, the Angry Chef unravels the mystery of why sensible, intelligent people are so easily taken in by the latest food fads, making brief detours for an expletive-laden rant.

In recent years, eating insects has gained popularity, with many people exploring the culinary and nutritional benefits of entomophagy (the practice of eating insects). Among the various insects being farmed and consumed, crickets have emerged as a frontrunner, boasting an impressive nutritional profile and surprisingly delicious flavor. So, why should you consider adding crickets to your diet?

A hilarious look at the eating habits of the fit and famous - from Gwyneth's goji berry and quail egg concoctions to Jackie Kennedy's baked potato and Beluga caviar regimen - Rebecca Harrington leaves no cabbage soup unstirred in her wickedly funny, wildly absurd quest to diet like the stars. Elizabeth Taylor mixed cottage cheese and sour cream; Madonna subsisted on "sea vegetables;" and Marilyn Monroe drank raw eggs whipped with warm milk.

For us women, it is frustrating to notice the adverse signs of aging. What we ignore is what's going on inside. Often, the causes lead back to lifestyle and what we eat. When we eat is as essential as how we do it. This simple concept, long undervalued, is transforming many lives, not just in terms of weight loss. It's never too late to make better decisions! You have plenty of time to fix things and achieve the body of your dreams, gaining health, longevity, and positive energy.

Este no es un libro de dietas. Es un libro de divulgación sobre obesidad y nutrición que le ayudará a adelgazar y a ser su propio nutricionista. No encontrará obviedades y consejos inútiles como "para adelgazar lo que hay que hacer es comer menos y hacer más ejercicio", conocerá los últimos descubrimientos e investigaciones científicas que le darán las claves para combatir el sobrepeso y cuidar su salud.

Some kids would risk almost anything to be thin, popular, and stop others from teasing them. But would you join the Midnight Diet Club? Esme is a slightly overweight teen-age girl who is hounded endlessly by three sinister bullies. In her quest to find acceptance she almost loses her soul in this funny, slightly scary, twist on vampire legends.

Glemmer du skoven, stranden, solsorten og sommerfuglene - og måske også din mentale sundhed, fordi så meget andet presser sig på? Peter Qvortrup Geisling, læge og journalist, fortæller i "Naturen På Recept", hvordan du holder sindet sundt med naturen som veldokumenteret medicin mod stress og tristhed. Naturen giver os i det hele taget ro og tid til at reflektere over livet.

America’s ever-expanding waistline—we see it, we hear about it, and we worry about it, but can anything be done about it? We know all the usual suspects: red meat, dairy, white flour, refined sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, a lack of exercise, too much television—the list goes on and on. It seems simple, right? Not really. There’s a lot more going on below the surface when it comes to what America is eating for dinner—and breakfast and lunch and in between.

With its rapid rise in popularity, the keto diet has taken the dieting world by storm. There is no shortage of influencers willing to sell you the latest keto tip or recipe. Cut through the noise and get an evidence-based review of the keto diet based on only science. Many popular sources of nutrition information profit from your confusion. With this book you will able to make an informed and objective decision whether the keto diet is right for you.

This audiobook carves out the essence of the well-known scripture namely the Bhagavad Geetha and presents the four different Yogic paths propounded by Krishna. While doing that, it maintains the splendor and authority without diluting the incisive analytical approach of the original. This audiobook combines recital of over 100 select verses spread across the entire audiobook to aid the elucidation of many intricate ideas. This recital provides a divine musical experience along with the insightful discussion on various issues covered in this marvelous text.

We all understand just how dire the circumstances facing our planet are and that we all need to do our part to stem the tide of climate change. When we look in the mirror, we can admit that we desperately need to go on a climate diet. But the task of cutting down our carbon emissions feels overwhelming and the discipline required hard to summon.

Build Muscle, Burn Fat cuts the intimidation and guesswork out of starting an effective strength training routine. From protein to proper form, this audiobook provides the tools and information you need to build and sustain muscle growth. Build Muscle, Burn Fat is different from your typical workout guide! This audiobook is incredible, and it gives you everything you need to work out effectively. Hundman covers all bases and gives a competitive advantage to anyone who listens to Build Muscle, Burn Fat.

Over three sessions Suzanne explores how yoga came to Britain, covering the individuals and movements that influenced the exchange between the yoga from India, and the cast of characters in Britain that eagerly received these exotic ideas and practices that have become part of mainstream, modern life.

Drink & Drugs: Culture of Excess? checks in and asks if there is a quick fix. How is Britain handling societal drugs and alcohol usage? And how does this compare with abroad? Are we so different in our indulgence to the seemingly more civilised Europeans?

Welcome to The Science Behind Yoga—a book which bridges the gap between Eastern philosophy and Western medicine to explain this practice. Learn the philosophies and techniques behind yogic practices so you can achieve greater balance in your mind, body, and spirit. Unlock the secrets of this ancient tradition as we explore the power of yoga through both ancient Eastern wisdom and modern scientific understanding.

Built for Flexibility is more than a book; it's a roadmap to a life free of physical limitations and steering clear of pain and injury. The best part? No complex workout routines are required. Simply incorporate everyday functional movements and essential stretches into your life to set the stage for a lifetime of flexibility.

A concise distillation of practical health principles based on the ancient healing system of Tibetan medical science, The Eight Principles of Good Health offers a truly holistic perspective on health care. These eight principles are mainly centered around nutritional and lifestyle practices, and not Tibetan medicine herbs, as a healthy diet and lifestyle are the most important and effective aspects of therapeutic healing.

Dieses Hörbuch ist für alle gedacht, die bewusst und ohne Anstrengung in die Welt schauen wollen. Nicht nur Menschen mit Sehschwächen...