Wellness Industry

Constantly battling life-altering trauma, PTSD, a traumatic brain injury, and the cutthroat fashion world, Just Bones Boardwear founder Jennifer Berk Weisman refused to let the accident define her and steal her identity. She had to do more than reinvent the boardshort. She had to reinvent herself. More than fluff, fabric, and fashion, Sink or Swimwear shares the powerful true story of recovery, hope, and resilience that will inspire you to channel your own inner strength to overcome trauma or chase your entrepreneur dreams.

If you’re struggling to achieve a viable pregnancy, don’t stop chasing rainbows. That is the message from Daniel and Amy Astacio, who wanted to start a family but were having a hard time. By relying on their faith and refusing to give up, they made their dream come true and just had their second child.

Is Organic Worth the Price?

$8 for organic milk. Sure, you could spend half as much, but it’s worth it to know that you’re supporting a small family farm where the cows can munch on green grass all day. Plus, you’re not drinking nasty hormones and chemicals, and you’re doing your part to save the environment. Seems like you’re winning all around, but what would you do if that picture of the happy farm, the personal health, and the clean air and water turned out not to be so pretty? What if organic isn't all it's hyped up to be?

What if organic produce only had marginally less pesticide residues than conventional produce? What if the organic, grass-fed beef cows ended up on the very same feedlots as factory-farmed, grain-fed beef cows? What if large swaths of the country were being taken over by huge corporate-owned farming operations, organic farming operations that were destroying the landscape and depleting the soil? Organic is much more complicated than we’ve been led to believe. From the scale to the possible health implications of pesticides to the treatment of animals, it’s not a black and white issue.

Natural Deception takes a sobering look at one of the fastest growing industries in the world today. We find that organic may be one more buzz phrase used to sell products rather than a movement really concerned for the wellbeing of our planet and its inhabitants. In the spirit of an undercover news reporter, author Joey Lott takes us through the organic food industry point by point, examining our assumptions and revealing the truth. Find out what major corporation owns your favorite small organic brand. Examine whether pesticides may be a health detriment or even partially beneficial.

"You're Not a Doctor: Why Physicians Are Needed" is a compelling exploration of the contentious issue of nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) seeking greater autonomy in healthcare. As I near the end of my medical school journey, I share firsthand experiences and insights into the risks and rewards of granting midlevel providers more independence.

Sugar is everywhere—woven into every meal, snack, and drink we consume. Yet, we rarely consider its true cost. Sugar in America: America’s Addiction unveils the hidden truths about how sugar has shaped American health, culture, and industry. From its origins as a luxury item to its rise as a household staple, this book explores sugar’s profound impact on America’s identity, from transforming agriculture to fueling a powerful market built on cravings.

Mary Vitale, especialista en nutrición, nos explica cómo funciona la industria de los alimentos y por qué es importante que los padres cuiden la ingesta de azúcar de sus hijos.

Operating an ALF can be rewarding. The services you provide for people aged 62+ and their families help people live their best lives. You also contribute to the community and society at large by maintaining the health and well-being of a contributing member.

ADHD: The Real Superhuman Power is a must-listen audiobook that challenges stereotypes, celebrates the strengths of individuals with ADHD, and provides practical strategies for personal growth and success. It offers a transformative journey towards embracing one's superhuman power and living a life of empowerment, purpose, and fulfillment.

The ladies of Workin' the Tease have put together 30 bewitching lessons from the magical world of burlesque to serve as your guide to revealing the best version of yourself - inside and out! Kitty Kat DeMille and Julia Reed Nichols will serve as your hosts, sharing the lessons they have learned from the nation's top striptease artists.

Pundits, politicians, medical professionals, and hucksters alike bombard us with their scaremongering. We're reminded often of the high rates of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and other diseases, and we're encouraged - sometimes even mandated - to reduce our risk. Amidst the hysteria, everyone is looking for something to blame. Sugar has become a scapegoat. In fact, sugar has been called "the new tobacco". But the evidence against sugar is practically non-existent.

You've been lied to. I'm sorry to break it to you, but it's true. Much of what you've heard is wrong, holds you back, and keeps you from reaching your fitness goals. When you listen to this book you'll learn exactly what you need to pack on lean, sexy muscle, shred fat, and look your best. We'll expose the myths of the fitness industry and leave you with simple and proven techniques that get results.

In Everyone Counts, PBP co-founder and executive director Josh Lerner provides a concise history of the organization's origins and its vision, highlighting its real-world successes in fostering grassroots budgeting campaigns in such cities as New York, Boston, and Chicago.

As anyone who has had the misfortune of seeing someone suffering from a chronic condition knows, living and existing are two very different things. How old are you now? How old do you expect to be when you have grandchildren? What about great grandchildren? Do you want to be around to see them? Do you want to just be around, or do you want to be able to stay independent and mobile? I know, these all sound like a bunch of random questions, but they're really not - in fact, they are all basically the same question.

At first, glance, boosting your metabolism may seem like a monumental task. This is not the case! Boosting metabolism is as simple as making little changes to our diet by eating foods that are rich in fiber and protein. If you eat the right kind of food, you can lose weight fast!

This book is the first step in forming your new and healthy body! All the necessary things you need to know about intermittent fasting are in here. If you are looking for a powerful method for transformation, this book is just what you are looking for. We want you to experience a better lifestyle. We know that this book will open your eyes, and we wish you the best of luck on your journey!

Think of this…. Your life as you know it has been a bit of a roller coaster - in between work, your significant other, kids, and life in general, everything seems to be getting out of hand, and yet today, you have finally stepped up and made a point to take control of yourself, body and soul. This is where we step in. Now, while soul searching is going to be a whole other matter, we are going to start by making sure we have a tangible handle on the physicality of your very being.

This book contains a list of foods to avoid in order to lose weight and increase your energy. It's a guide that helps you recognize which foods are not your friends and why. It's a glossary, an encyclopedia, and your personal assistant during grocery shopping and cooking. There are no magic spells for weight loss in this book but factual guidelines of what foods to avoid in order to control your calorie intake and live a healthier life.