Lifestyle Change

Harvard Medical School has followed 824 subjects - men and women, some rich, some poor - from their teens to old age. Harvard's George Vaillant now uses these studies - the most complete ever done anywhere in the world - and the subjects' individual histories to illustrate the factors involved in reaching a happy, healthy old age. He explains precisely why some people turn out to be more resilient than others, the complicated effects of marriage and divorce, negative personality changes, and how to live a more fulfilling, satisfying and rewarding life in the later years.

As teens, it can feel difficult to find a way out of our bad habits and unhealthy thought patterns, too often feeling like our thoughts are running out of control and finding ourselves off-track from where we want to be. Pastor and bestselling author Craig Groeschel deeply understands this daily battle against self-doubt and negative thinking, and in this book adapted from his bestselling Winning the War in Your Mind, Groeschel explains how you too can challenge your thinking and change the course of your life for the better, revealing the strategies he’s found that help.

In the fall of 1995, Dr. Saray Stancic was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. By 2003, she walked regularly with a cane, had given up virtually all unnecessary physical activity, and was on numerous medications, all with horrible side effects. After stumbling upon some studies that linked MS outcomes to diet and lifestyle, Dr. Stancic undertook a radically different approach to managing her illness.

How would you like a fitness and weight-loss plan that's easy to start, fun to do, personal to you, and is guaranteed to give you real fitness results that will change your life forever? What if you could finally achieve long-term weight loss or other fitness goals? What if you could easily implement mindset tricks, small diet tweaks, and quick exercise routines to enhance your whole lifestyle? Imagine making small, simple, positive changes to your lifestyle that will have a huge impact and last forever!

A finalist for the YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award, Sue Macy’s Wheels of Change offers young listeners an ear-opening account of how, beginning in the late 19th century, the bicycle helped change the course of women’s history. Macy meticulously documents how women used the freedom of their newfound mobility to effect social change, even in the face of constant challenges.

Most people who have just been diagnosed with diabetes, or who are suffering complications for the first time, are motivated to start taking better care of themselves. The problem is that change can be overwhelming or hard to maintain. What they need is a course correction that's simple, straightforward, and achievable. The Diabetes 2-Month Turnaround is the blueprint they need for getting their self-management back in shape safely, quickly, and effectively.

Nearly two million people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the United States every year. Many more are diagnosed with prediabetes. For the millions of people already living with diabetes, preventing or treating the many complications of diabetes is a constant concern. Designed specifically for those are ready to take action, Your Type 2 Diabetes Action Plan is a concise, step-based approach to quickly improving blood glucose management and quality of life.

From celebrated fitness trainer Chris Powell, star of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition, comes this inspirational weight-loss book to help anyone conquer their weight. You've seen him change lives on television. Now, in Choose to Lose, Powell presents fast and easy workouts, diet guidance, basic recipes, and insight into finding the true transformation mindset. Following his Carb Cycle Solution, you can drop pounds safely and quickly while learning how to "listen to your body" to optimize your overall health and fitness.

Have you always struggled to lose weight? If you are anything like me, you may have tried various diets and fads to try and keep the weight off. Learning about my Ayurvedic body has opened up my understanding and allowed me to eat the right foods. This book will give you dietary recommendations that will suit your body type. In just a short space of time, you could learn tips that will change your health for good. However, it is more than just about losing weight. It is about how you can live a healthier and happier life.

This program is read by the author. Tiffany Pham, founder and CEO of Mogul, created one of the most successful platforms for girls worldwide, reaching millions of people to enact true change in their lives, after receiving thousands of emails asking for advice. In Girl Mogul, she speaks directly to teens and young adults, sharing insights from her own life as well as from the lives of the most incredible and inspiring women on Mogul. Tiffany has proven that with the right attitude, the right people, and the right vision, there’s nothing girls can’t do.

In The Diabetes Solution, Dr. Jorge Rodriguez and dietitian nutritionist Susan Wyler tell you everything you need to know about this increasingly common disease - from diagnosis to treatment - including the difference between prediabetes and diabetes, ways to prevent serious complications, and the most effective medications and when to start taking them. Many studies prove that a minor weight loss of five to seven percent can make a huge difference in blood sugar levels and diabetic status.

As a woman of a certain age, you know menopause is coming, but when those symptoms hit you, you’re never really prepared. Menopause tends to strike fear in a woman’s heart, but it doesn’t have to be scary! Sure, the symptoms are uncomfortable, but it’s a time of transition to the next phase of your life.

Do you want to develop self-control? Do you want to become a healthier and happier self? Do you know how to build your specific habits for your success? Change your mind, take control of your reality, and ascend the summits of your dreams with the help of Rewire Your Mind! The brain is an infinitely complex structure where behavior patterns are rooted in emotional responses and ancient hardwiring that dates back to when our ancestors had to risk their lives for survival. 

“Joint Journey: Lifestyle Changes for Lasting Weight Loss and Joint Pain Relief” is a book that explores the intricate relationship between joint pain, posture, excess body weight, and unhealthy lifestyle habits, all of which can culminate in arthritis and a decline in joint health. The book is a guide to understanding these connections and taking control of your health.

There's a lot a young man in the making needs to succeed as he grows up and prepares to make his way in the world. Many important skills and character traits he should acquire he might not be quick to ask how to do because, well then, people would know he doesn't know what he is doing, just yet. For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of 100 step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know.

Using the lens of ecopsychology, Returning the Self to Nature shows that the pervasive and extreme forms of narcissism we find in many modern societies are fundamentally the result of alienation from the natural world. But it doesn't have to be that way. Returning the Self to Nature is written for the person who no longer wishes to function in a world that revolves around selfish, disconnected identity models and yearns to step into healthy relationships with one's self, one's community, and our planet.

Learning how to be independent is hard, and you’ll certainly encounter problems along the way. But the key is to remember that you can solve these problems—and you can be one step ahead of the game by knowing what to expect and being prepared for the curveballs life throws at you—with the help of this easy-to-understand book!

We live longer than our ancestors did, thanks to modern medicine. Yet, building a society with a healthy life expectancy has become our greatest challenge. In Alive!: Lifestyle Changes to Age-Proof Your Mind and Body, nutritional therapist and cancer coach Rachna Chhachhi shares a holistic living plan that can help slow down the aging process, fend off disease, and improve quality of life.

Some people make life look simple and straight forward. By giving it a second thought, we easily get through the challenging days and even in the worst of circumstances, tend to be feeling upbeat. These groups of people are much the same as you. They share similar emotions and anxieties. Nevertheless, it is not genetic material or ability that separates the productive and the unsuccessful - it's mindset, priorities, and positive habits.

Reverta! é o primeiro programa cientificamente comprovado que ajuda a reverter doenças crônicas, assim como prevenir, tratar e reduzir os sintomas de doenças como: câncer, hipertensão arterial, diabetes, obesidade, depressão, ansiedade, demências, doenças autoimunes, doenças cardíacas e até mesmo retardar o processo de envelhecimento das células, aumentar a longevidade e otimizar as quatro áreas mais importantes para a sua qualidade de vida: alimentação, vida sentimental, gerenciamento de estresse e prática de atividades físicas.