Health Illness

An eye-opening report from an award-winning author and former New York Times reporter reveals the link between teenage marijuana use and mental illness, and a hidden epidemic of violence caused by the drug - facts the media has ignored as the US rushes to legalize cannabis.

Mental illness is the great isolator - and the great unifier. Almost half of us will suffer from it at some point in our lives; it affects everybody in one way or another. Yet today, Australia’s mental health system is under stress and not fit for purpose, and the pandemic is only making things worse. What is to be done? In this brilliant mix of portraiture and analysis, Sarah Krasnostein tells the stories of three women and their treatment by the state while at their most unwell.

Written by Dr. Teri James Bellis, one of the world's foremost authorities on APD, this is the first book on the subject that is completely accessible to the public. Through helpful case studies, you'll finally discover the answers you need, as well as proven strategies for living with APD. Comprehensive and powerfully prescriptive, this book contains vital information for anyone who suffers from this serious disorder.

Every year, nearly 80 million Americans will consult their doctors about their skin. Unfortunately, however, the vast majority will receive only a surface-level treatment. Skin doesn't lie; it reflects overall health in unimaginable ways. In The Beauty of Dirty Skin, internationally renowned dermatologist and scientist Dr. Whitney Bowe explains how the spectrum of skin disorders - from stubborn acne and rosacea to psoriasis and premature wrinkling - are manifestations of irregularities rooted in the gut.

Suicide has reached epidemic proportions in America, claiming over 45,000 lives each year—more than car accidents or homicides. For every person who dies there are about 10 unsuccessful attempts. Yet suicides are preventable, if we can grasp the complex factors behind it and look out for suicide’s signs in our families, communities, and colleagues. In this groundbreaking book, acclaimed journalist James Barrat delivers these insights with a deep dive into America’s suicide crisis.

Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with unique challenges sometimes at your own expense. You couldn't shake off the feeling any longer. You convince your loved one to get checked after showing multiple signs and symptoms. And as their doctor explains the results, the world around you slows down. Your feelings were correct - your loved one has dementia. And then reality hits: No one in your family has caregiving experience.

Millions of people around the world wrestle with the relentless challenge of insomnia, feeling isolated and defeated by the inability to get a good night's rest. But your struggle with sleepless nights doesn't have to continue. Imagine drifting into a deep, unbroken sleep with ease and waking up each day feeling refreshed and full of energy. This isn't an unreachable dream—it's entirely within your grasp. The advice in this book will help you get there!

Ewan Cameron is a Vancouver-based health researcher that has uncovered the truth about Huntington's disease and how the pharmaceutical industry has kept this hidden from the public. A graduate of the northern Alberta institute of technology, he completed his journalism studies in the early 2000's before joining a local newspaper, where he became disillusioned by his editor's refusal to publish health-related and pollution-related news stories. The reason? They would upset their corporate clients on which the newspaper depended for advertising.

The Plan - the instant New York Times and USA Today best seller that helped listeners pinpoint which "healthy" foods were making them gain weight - has helped hundreds of thousands of people slim down. Now nutritionist Lyn-Genet Recitas shares her groundbreaking new 30-day program that helps listeners create a customized diet and exercise plan to boost their metabolism and burn more fat.

The scientific data on the link between lifestyle, environmental factors, and cancer risk has been accumulating at an accelerated rate over the past decade: Every week, we learn something more that we can do as individuals to decrease the risk of cancer and improve the likelihood of long-term survival. Many of us - patients and doctors included - do not realize that changes in our daily choices and habits can improve quality of life, increase the chances of survival, and aid in the healing process for those with a diagnosis.

This guide will provide you with a comprehensive and practical overview of the alkaline diet. It explains exactly how to change your lifestyle so that you can think clearly, have unlimited amounts of energy, detoxify your system and lose weight!

In his New York Times best seller Wheat Belly, Dr. William Davis changed the lives of millions of people by teaching them to remove wheat from their diets to reverse years of chronic health damage. Now he goes beyond cutting wheat to help people take charge of their own overall health in Undoctored. Dr. Davis wants the world to understand that conventional medicine is no longer working in our favor.

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that disrupt your body's ability to digest food, absorb nutrition, and eliminate waste in a healthy manner. Crohn's and Colitis For Dummies is the ultimate reference to these common forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including tips on how to recognize and control the symptoms, so you can get your life back.

We are so, so sorry that you’ve found yourself here. It’s the gang you’d never chose to join but it is also a community chock-a-block full of kind, supportive warrior women just like you. We are here to tell you that you are entitled to grieve and that your grief is not disproportionate to your loss. We are here to open up the dialogue around miscarriage, so we don’t perpetuate the shame, judgement and isolation so many of us feel following pregnancy loss. We are here to equip you with knowledge, tools and guidance to support and help you in whatever way you need.

In this insightful audiobook, you will delve into the depths of RLT science and get all the facts on its benefits, practical use, and safety. This comprehensive guide demystifies the science behind red and near-infrared light therapy, offering you a clear roadmap to better health, performance, and beauty. Whether you’re new to red light therapy or looking to deepen your understanding, this audiobook guide is the perfect companion for your journey. Make the switch to a healthier, more vibrant you.

Written by the foremost dietician trained in DASH, Marla Heller this book is a simple, actionable plan that can fit seamlessly into everyone's life and lifestyle. Complete with recipes, meal plans, shopping lists, and more, this comprehensive, proven plan does not rely on magical combinations or forbidden foods - just fabulous, healthy eating!

Learn how to prevent and reverse the leaky gut syndrome, reduce inflammation, relief pain, restore your gut microbiome, and regain energy today! Are you putting on weight even though you are eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly? Are you feeling tired all the time, experiencing horrible chronic pain, brain fog, or terrible digestive tract problems? Are you suffering from IBS, thyroid issues, or various skin inflammation conditions and want to seek alternatives to conventional medicine? If you answered yes, you may be suffering from the leaky gut syndrome.

Are you at your wits’ end with seemingly unrelated aches, pains, and complaints that no one has been able to explain yet? Or are digestive problems making your life so difficult that you don’t even feel like cooking or eating anymore? All of this and more could be related to the foods you eat and the inflammation they cause in your body. Listen to learn about food intolerances, food sensitivities, and food allergies. What they are, how they work, and most importantly, what you can do about them.

Are you struggling with brain fog, trouble losing weight, and terrible anxiety but have no idea how to improve it? Perhaps you’ve even felt discouraged when you’re about to go somewhere, but you feel torn and anxious about how you look in your outfit that you can’t get yourself to leave the house.

Bedtime Stories for Stressed Adults is your gateway to tranquility, offering 45 captivating tales crafted to help you unwind, let go of anxiety, and drift effortlessly into deep, restorative sleep.