The Complete Idiot's Guide to Quitting Smoking


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A guide to medications and techniques to quit smoking includes advice on surviving withdrawal symptoms, setting long-term goals, and staying healthy and fit.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lowering Your Cholesterol


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In The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lowering Your Cholesterol, Dr. Joseph Lee Klapper, a noted cardiologist, takes readers from what cholesterol is and what it does through the many ways to lower it-what we eat and drink, both independently and in combination; mind and body approaches; and medications, natural remedies, and new methods on the horizon-and goes one big step further by offering Dr. Klapper's step-by-step plan for shedding cholesterol points. Following this plan, readers can begin where they are today, with whatever good or bad cholesterol level they presently have, and see a significant reduction!




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Medical Care for the Uninsured


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At a time when healthcare costs are skyrocketing, approximately 47 million Americans are without medical insurance. Setting aside the debate over healthcare in the U.S., this guide explores the best options for those without insurance. Readers will find information on state and federal resources for the uninsured, choosing a hospital, saving on prescription medications, and when to use the emergency room and when to use a clinic. *?According to The New York Times, "more than 1?3 of the uninsured-17 million of the nearly 47 million-have family incomes of $40,000 or more" ?According to the Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the uninsured, there were 6.6 million uninsured people in high-income homes in 2001, and that number has now increased




The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Anti-Inflammation Diet


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New research shows that abnormal inflammation may be linked to a variety of diseases and conditions. In this book, you will find what diseases and conditions are caused by inflammation, which foods reduce inflammation and which foods contribute to inflammation, and how to tweak today's diets to make them anti-inflammatory. Over 60 million Americans suffer from cardiovascular disease and over 20 million Americans suffer from asthma - two conditions thought to be affected, if not caused, by inflammation. Many Newsweek articles have been dedicated to this topic, including 'Quieting a Body's Defenses' by Anne Underwood, in 2005. New York Times best-selling author Andrew Weil dedicated a portion of his new book, Healthy Aging, to a discussion of inflammation, its role in diseases, and the use of diet to control ageing.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Breaking Bad Habits


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Offers advice on and strategies for breaking such bad habits as smoking, alcohol, lying, teeth grinding, over-spending, compulsive cleaning, and chronic procrastination.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Secrets of Longevity


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Living life to the fullest now—and later. Modern life can be dangerous to one’s health. Things like burnout, excess weight, stress, lack of sleep, poor diet, and pollutants can have a negative impact on the quality of life and ultimately one’s health span. Written by doctors, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Secrets of Longevity provides a clear and easy path to unlocking the secrets to living healthier and looking younger. Readers will learn about: • Diet, exercise and supplementation. • The pitfalls of longevity-threatening lifestyle choices involving bad relationships, harried schedules, and lack of sleep. • Insights into toxins from food, cleaning products, and cosmetics. • The incredible power of laughter, optimism, and a positive attitude.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Smoking Foods


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- Over 100 recipes for smoking all types of food, as well as forrubs and sauces, and more. - Features expert tips for smoking success, including common smoking mistakes.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Acid Reflux Diet


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"This book has helped me immensely to conquer my acid reflux issues. Practical advice based on science clearly explained and filled with down to earth, common sense help!" "This book saved me!" -- If you live with acid reflux, you know how painful it can be--the burning, nausea, bloating, and sleepless nights. But there's good news! You can reduce and even eliminate your symptoms with a few healthy diet and lifestyle changes and enjoy eating again! Packed with tips for treating and relieving your acid reflux--plus over 140 delicious recipes that won't aggravate your symptoms--this helpful guide gives you everything you need to know to be free of acid reflux for good. In The Acid Reflux Diet, you get: • Over 140 mouthwatering recipes for acid reflux-free living, from breakfast to dessert • A look at how your digestive system works, what causes acid reflux, and common symptoms • Advice on keeping a food journal to help identify and eliminate your trigger foods • Nutritional notes on the proteins, carbohydrates, and fats you need and how they can help--or hurt--in your battle against acid reflux • Tips for preparing digestion-friendly foods quickly and easily at home, plus suggestions for avoiding reflux when dining out




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Bringing Up Baby


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You're no idiot, of course. You know how to handle new jobs, new houses, and even new cars. But when it comes to raising a baby, you feel like you're starting from scratch. Don't cry! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Bringing Up Baby will teach you how to care for your new bundle of joy so you can feel confident about meeting your infant's emotional and physical needs.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Herbal Remedies


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Herbal remedies are laid bare in an insightful new guide that lists hundreds of herbs along with their scientific names, historic and current uses, and dosage advice, as well as plentiful advice on the role of such popular remedies as echinacea, ginseng, and St. John's Wort in curing a host of common ailments. Original.