Physical Illness & Disease

Professor Matthew Walker reveals his groundbreaking exploration of sleep, explaining how we can harness its transformative power to change our lives for the better....

America takes 75% of the world's medications and seven out of ten people die of chronic and preventable diseases. The health care system meant to remedy this problem is now the third leading cause of death itself.

Combine the surprising truth about brain food with the cutting-edge science of brain metabolism to achieve extraordinary emotional, cognitive, and physical health....

Belle Gibson convinced the world she had healed herself from terminal brain cancer with a healthy diet. There was just one problem: she'd never had cancer....

Busy minds need a place to rest. Whether you find yourself struggling to sleep, awake in the middle of the night, or even just anxious as you move through the day, in Nothing Much Happens, Kathryn Nicolai offers a healthy way to ease the mind before bed....

Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. She was a poor Southern tobacco farmer who worked the same land as her slave ancestors, yet her cells - taken without her knowledge - became one of the most important tools in medicine....

The New York Times best-selling author of The End of Alzheimer's lays out a specific plan to help everyone prevent and reverse cognitive decline or simply maximize brainpower....

An investigation by Michael Pollan into the medical and scientific revolution taking place around psychedelic drugs—and the spellbinding story of his own life-changing psychedelic experiences....

A neuroscientist's groundbreaking, science-driven plan for revitalizing, nourishing, and rejuvenating your most essential asset - your brain....

Today, most doctors, dietitians, and even diabetes specialists consider type 2 diabetes to be a chronic and progressive disease - a life sentence with no possibility of parole....

If you’ve been searching for a transformative, holistic approach to managing herpes and reclaiming your health, "Dr. Sebi Cure for Herpes" is your ultimate guide to natural healing and lasting relief.

In Blind Spots, Dr. Makary explores the latest research on critical topics ranging from the microbiome to childbirth to nutrition and longevity and more, revealing the biggest blind spots of modern medicine and tackling the most urgent yet unsung issues in our $4.5 trillion health care ecosystem.

Forget everything you think you know about your body and food and discover the new science of how the body heals itself. Learn how to identify the strategies and the dosages for using food to transform your resilience and health in Eat to Beat Disease....

From the bestselling author of The End of Alzheimer’s, Dr. Dale Bredesen, comes a revolutionary new approach to preventing the onset of neurodegenerative disease and creating sustained brain health.

Chronic pain is an epidemic. Fifty million Americans struggle with back pain, headaches, or some other pain that resists all treatment. Desperate pain sufferers are told again and again that there is no cure for chronic pain....

It Starts with the Egg is your practical guide to the latest science, with clear guidance on strategies such as minimizing exposure to toxins, choosing the right vitamins and supplements to safeguard developing eggs, and implementing nutritional advice gleaned from the latest studies....

Modern medicine is lying to you. Discover the true science behind chronic diseases—and implement an actionable plan to restore your health and longevity once and for all.

A user-friendly guide for anyone grappling with chronic pain, fatigue, gas, bloating, and other common disorders associated with the gut....

The first comprehensive user guide to GLP-1s (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound) with an overview of how they work and possible side effects. Also including companion recipes, exercise guidance, and new habits to maintain lifelong health and keep weight off for good.

Do you have back, neck, or shoulder pain that keeps recurring or won't go away? Do you have to "baby" your back? Does back pain keep you from living a full life? If so, you may be suffering from TMS...

The Emperor of All Maladies reveals the many faces of an iconic, shape-shifting disease that is the defining plague of our generation....

A groundbreaking plan to prevent and reverse Alzheimer's disease that fundamentally changes how we understand cognitive decline....

John Green, the #1 bestselling author of The Anthropocene Reviewed and a passionate advocate for global healthcare reform, tells a deeply human story illuminating the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious disease.

Most of us have heard of gluten - a protein found in wheat that causes widespread inflammation in the body. Americans spend billions of dollars on gluten-free diets in an effort to protect their health....

Have you found that no matter how many hours of sleep you seem to get, you don’t feel rested? You, too, can get a full night’s sleep and wake up feeling rejuvenated. All you have to do is change how your brain works. That may seem impossible, but it doesn’t have to be....

At a time when chronic pain and other conditions have reached epidemic proportions, and the medical model is coming up short for so many, Mind Your Body shares the evidence-based practices that can help deliver listeners from hopelessness to freedom. Psychotherapist and leading mind-body clinician Nicole Sachs teaches listeners about mind-body medicine—which helped her overcome her own debilitating pain and dark prognosis—and how to turn inward using her revolutionary JournalSpeak practice.

Despite all our scientific advances, which have allowed us to prevent and treat so many deadly diseases, almost one in two people will develop cancer in the U.S. In Fasting Cancer, Dr. Valter Longo, one of the leading scientists in the field of nutrition and cancer, reveals the results of decades of research on the fasting and nutrition technology-based studies to defeat cancer in the body, making only tumor cells much more vulnerable to therapy while protecting the healthy cells.

Tune out the world and unwind at the end of a long day with white noise. White noise can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality by blocking external noise, and this 12-hour track is designed to support your sleep overnight.

Measles, once seemingly defeated, is resurgent around the globe. Why, at a time when biomedical science is so advanced, do parents turn away from vaccination, endangering their own children and the health of the wider population? Using a combination of patient narrative, historical analysis, and scientific research, Dr. Adam Ratner, pediatrician and infectious disease specialist, argues that the reawakening of measles and the subsequent coronavirus pandemic are bellwethers of forgotten knowledge—indicators of decaying trust in science and an underfunded public health infrastructure.

Dr. Peter Diamond, a seasoned cardiologist with 45 years of experience, unveils a captivating journey into heart health. Dr. Diamond's book takes a unique approach by focusing on the root causes of these ailments in individual patients, rather than relying solely on medications and tests. Within this book, you'll explore the intricate landscape of heart-related illnesses and their associated risk factors, including hypertension, diabetes, lipid imbalances, sleep disorders, and chronic stress.

A decade after World War II, there was still no such thing as open-heart surgery, and yet half a million Americans were dying from heart disease every year. After the first daring operation in 1954 and through the next three decades, five heroic surgeons braved the scorn of their peers, withstood fierce desperation, and faced possible death in order to devise procedures that would save overwhelming numbers of those doomed children and provide hope for a new life to all manner of heart-failing individuals.

Sleep better, tap into your inner genius, and wake up energized with the help of world-leading lucid dreaming expert Dr. Clare R. Johnson. Through her comprehensive quiz, you will discover your specific sleeper and dreamer type, fast-tracking you to a list of practices tailored to your needs. This book will help you create healthy sleep habits and overcome insomnia and nightmares. As you embark on this creative and spiritual journey, you’ll fall in love with sleep.

With over 17,000 known diseases affecting humans, and countless poisons, carcinogens and toxins in our environment, it's a miracle that our bodies manage to keep us alive. And that is, of course, if they don't betray us themselves, whether through cancers or autoimmune conditions. Biomedical researcher Professor John Tregoning tells the unlikely story of how, against all odds, we manage to stay alive. Taking an organ-by-organ tour of the human body, Tregoning embarks on his own experimental quest, testing 'life-extending' diets and exercise regimes to separate fact from fad.

Are you tired of restless nights, racing thoughts, and waking up feeling exhausted? Discover the ultimate solution to insomnia with Deep Sleep Hypnosis. This outstanding audiobook take you through an expert hypnosis session that will have you experiencing deep mental and physical relaxation, calming your mind, and effortlessly drifting into a rejuvenating sleep. Through soothing guidance and expertly crafted hypnosis techniques, you will release the stress and tension keeping you awake, allowing your body and mind to enter a state of profound restfulness.

Sleep Groove introduces listeners to the easy-to-understand but often misunderstood concepts and science behind circadian rhythms and how changes in daily habits can greatly improve one's sleep patterns and quality of life. Through conversational writing and humorous analogies, this book helps explain the nuances of sleep using the latest in sleep research and technology, delving into sleep-related issues like light sensitivity, jet lag, daylight savings time, napping, and how to establishing rhythmicity in our waking and sleeping routines.

What is our immune system, and how does it work? A vast array of cells, proteins and chemicals spring into action whenever our bodies are damaged, but immunity is not something you can see, touch, or feel. It can fight off malicious bacteria and viruses, locate cancerous growths, and even rewire our brains—but sometimes our own tissues can get caught in its crossfire, with catastrophic consequences. Humans may be the most disease-ridden animals on the planet. Professor John Trowsdale shows how the immune system protects us, and how our bodies invest huge resources to keep it running.

If you feel something’s off in your gut and have unpleasant symptoms yet don’t know why— According to the NIH, one of the best ways to help heal the gut is through diet. Take it to a new level and use medicinal herbs and plants with proven powerful gut health benefits. If you often want to go back to bed just as your day is supposed to be in full swing— You need to know about the gut-brain axis! It's a proven link between your gut health and the energy levels in your brain and body! The culprits of your tiredness may be hiding right your nose: On your plate.

The Conquer the CBIC a-IPC Exam guide is a comprehensive resource designed to help candidates prepare for the Associate Certification in Infection Prevention and Control. This book provides detailed coverage of core infection prevention principles, including microbiology, epidemiology, surveillance, and outbreak investigation. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of pathogen transmission, standard and transmission-based precautions, and disinfection and sterilization techniques essential for preventing healthcare-associated infections. The guide also emphasizes key regulatory and ...

Conquer the CBIC LTC-CIP Exam: Your Concise Guide to Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention is a comprehensive study resource designed to help candidates master infection prevention principles and successfully pass the CBIC LTC-CIP exam. Covering essential topics such as epidemiology, surveillance, hand hygiene, antimicrobial stewardship, and regulatory compliance, this guide provides in-depth explanations and real-world applications. This book explores healthcare-associated infections, pathogen transmission routes, outbreak response strategies, and environmental infection ...

Conquer the CBIC CIC Exam: Your Concise Guide to Becoming Certified in Infection Control is a comprehensive study resource designed to help candidates master infection prevention principles and successfully pass the CBIC CIC exam. Covering essential topics such as epidemiology, surveillance methods, hand hygiene, antimicrobial stewardship, and regulatory compliance, this guide provides in-depth explanations and real-world applications. The book explores healthcare-associated infections, pathogen transmission routes, sterilization and disinfection techniques, and outbreak management ...

Picture a life where you feel energized, supported, and confident in your own skin—no more second-guessing or apologizing for who you are. With the right tools, you can thrive in every aspect of life. Ready to embrace your ADHD superpowers and build a life you love? Download this audiobook now and take the first step toward a brighter, bolder future!

Tired of tossing and turning at night? Do you go to sleep only to wake up feeling even more tired than the night before? Bedtime Stories for Stressed Adults: Mythical Gods and Heroes takes you on a calming journey through the timeless worlds of Greek, Norse, Roman, and Egyptian mythology, weaving together relaxation and inspiration to lull you into restful sleep.

Are you overwhelmed by chronic stress, anxiety, and poor sleep, leaving you feeling burnt out? Do digestive issues, inflammation, and chronic pain hold you back from enjoying life? If you answered yes to any of these, you're not alone. Millions of people face these same challenges. But there’s a natural solution: your vagus nerve, a vital link between organ systems, can help restore balance and well-being.

LIFESTYLE RED ALERT: Change Now or Die Early! A Wake-Up Call for Those Struggling to Change Their Diet and Exercise Routine 🚨 This is your FINAL WARNING. 🚨 You are running out of time. Every day you delay changing your diet and exercise habits, your body is silently deteriorating. Heart disease, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure—these killers don’t wait until you’re ready to take action. This book is not another feel-good guide to health. It’s a bold, no-nonsense emergency siren for anyone who’s been stuck in bad habits and keeps making excuses.What’s Inside: 🔥 The...

Have you ever wondered if there's a way to boost your brain's performance and keep cognitive decline at bay? Do you wish for an easy-to-follow guide to understand complex scientific concepts about the brain? If so, Neuroplasticity for Beginners: How to Boost Brain Cognition, Brain Health, and Improve Memory to Slow Down Age-Related Cognitive Decline is your ultimate guide to unlocking your brain's potential and living a sharper, healthier life.

There is no one-size-fits-all guide to your cycle. But registered nurse Amy Hammer arms you with a strong foundation in physiology and hormonal health, explores historical and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and reimagines the phases of the menstrual cycle as aligning with the four seasons to provide a detailed guide for living well. Also included are nutritive recipes, supportive movement practices, and self-care rituals and recipes to guide you through each phase of the menstrual cycle and of life.

Achieve restful nights and energized days in just a few weeks, even if you've battled insomnia for years. Do you find yourself lying awake in bed, unable to calm the racing thoughts that plague your mind? Have you tried countless remedies, only to still wake up feeling exhausted and irritable? Does the fear of another sleepless night fill you with dread? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you’re not alone. Many adults experience the same struggles, but there’s hope.

Every two minutes someone is diagnosed with cancer. Every four minutes someone dies from cancer. Whether we like it or not, cancer will soon be a part of everyone’s life – whether they are affected personally or know someone who is. In The Cancer Roadmap, cancer surgeon, consultant and patient Dr Liz O’Riordan tackles the big cancer myths and truths, breaking down the science and giving readers evidence-based, undisputed facts to help them make informed decisions that are right for them.

Your whole life you’ve been programmed to believe that your body is like a car and your doctor is like a mechanic. This limiting belief has led to TRILLIONS of dollars generated by an industry with no competition. Those that have been strategically tricked to trust this monopoly have been over-tested, over-diagnosed and over-treated. This vicious cycle has left millions of people in darkness. In this book, Dr. Kevin Reese exposes the secret schemes of this Medical Monopoly. Pray for him.

This textbook is for ophthalmologists (Eye MDs) and optometrists who study for written and oral board examinations and provides succinct, current concepts of eye disease diagnosis and treatment (e.g., clinical pearls, etiologies, differential diagnosis, diagnostic work-up, and treatment summaries).