Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Vitamins and Minerals written by Alan H. Pressman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to incorporate the latest nutritional and scientific research, a helpful manual offers techniques for assessing one's supplement requirements; explores the functions, benefits, and risks of each essential vitamin, mineral, and other supplements; and dispels myths about false cures and remedies. Original.
Download or read book Complete Idiot s Guide To Vitamins And Minerals written by Alan H. Pressman and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2000-10-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year Americans spend more than $4 billion on vitamins, minerals, and other supplements, seeking better health, a longer and more vigorous life, and help in treating health problems. The human body requires 13 different vitamins and at least 10 minerals to stay alive -- and the only way to get them is to eat them. Our understanding of how vitamins, minerals, and supplements work is growing by leaps and bounds -- and this second edition of CIG to Vitamins and Minerals brings readers up-to-date on new findings and information that has become available in the three years since the first edition was published. The book explores: -- The functions, benefits, and risks of each essential vitamin and mineral -- The hottest supplements, including antioxidants, DHEA, and melatonin -- Drugs and foods that may block the body's absorption of important nutrients
Download or read book The Pocket Idiot s Guide to Vitamins written by Alan H. Pressman and published by Alpha Computer. This book was released on 1999 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handy guide features up-to-date research on vitamins, minerals, and supplements. Quick and easy strategies show readers how to purchase and store vitamins properly and avoid false "cures" and other quackery.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Vitamins and Minerals written by Alan H. Pressman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2000 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers techniques for assessing one's vitamin and mineral needs; explores the functions, benefits, and risks of each essential vitamin and mineral; and dispels false cures and remedies.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Total Nutrition written by Joy Bauer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As fad diets come and go, one aspect of all health and diet remains and even continues to grow in emphasis - the importance of good nutrition. Good health is priority number one, especially for parents bringing up children in a world of junk food. No matter what your diet or whether you work in a cubical or are training as an athlete, nutrition is your number one consideration. In the fourth edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Total Nutrition, readers will find- Everything you need to know to ensure that you and your family are getting the best nutrition possible How to get the needed vitamins and minerals you need daily in your food How to shop smart for food What you need to know about fats and cholesterol
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Plant Based Nutrition written by Julieanna Hever and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-08-02 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The healthy vegan diet-made easy. Vegans face their own special challenges when it comes to nutrition and this book provides answers. There are about one million vegans in the U.S. and about 50,000 new ones every year. A growing number of physicians advocate a completely plant-based diet for many of their patients who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Plant-Based Nutrition, readers will find: ? Where to get nutrients that others get from meat and dairy. ? How to avoid the vegan pitfall of overfed but undernourished. ? How to spot hidden animal ingredients in packaged foods. ? Tips for eating at restaurants. ? Special considerations for children and seniors.
Download or read book Complete Idiot s Guide to Vitamins written by Macmillan General Reference Staff and published by Alpha Books. This book was released on 1998-07-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Vitamins For Dummies written by Christopher Hobbs and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-05-09 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Christopher Hobbs and Elson Haas...take a complicated field and...make sense of it.” —Ron Lawrence, MD, PhD, Director, Council on Natural Nutrition Don’t forget to take your vitamins! It’s good advice. But everybody’s needs are different. Age, lifestyle, gender, ethnicity, diet, and habits all play a role in determining which vitamins and minerals you need more or less of in your diet. Like traffic lights, vitamins help regulate your body’ most basic functions at the cellular level. And just like those red, green and amber beacons, they must be synchronized—not too many or too few—to get you through your life’s journey in good shape. Now Vitamins For Dummies shows you how to have green lights all the way. Confused by vitamins? Mystified by minerals? Can’t tell the difference between gingko and ginseng? In this straight-talking guide, two experts cut through the confusion and help you: Get a handle on what each vitamin mineral and supplement does Create a personalized supplement program Understand the fine print on the labels Combat or prevent specific ailments Enhance memory, mood, and energy Slow the aging progress Drawing upon their years of experience in clinical practice as well as the latest scientific research into nutritional supplements, Chris Hobbs and Elson Haas, MD, tell you, in plain English, what you need to know to make informed decisions about which supplements you take. They cover: The ABCs of vitamins All about minerals Amino acids and proteins—the body’s building blocks The importance of fats and oils Common supplements for digestion Super-foods and other great supplements The top 40 herbal supplements As an added bonus, Vitamins For Dummies features a quick-reference, A-to-Z guide to treatments for 90 common complaints. From acne to motion sickness to varicose veins, the authors describe complete healing programs that include vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements and lifestyle changes. Your complete A-to-Zinc guide to vitamins, minerals, herbs and other nutritional supplements, Vitamins For Dummies is your ticket to good health and long life.
Download or read book The Vitamin Book written by Harold M. Silverman and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2009-12-23 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America's Most Reliable Vitamin Guide...Completely Updated! We've all heard about the miraculous curative and preventive powers of vitamins, minerals, and herbal remedies. Now the new, revised The Vitamin Book, compiled by pharmacological experts, cuts through the confusion so you learn what to take and why. Here is authoritative and up-to-date scientific information on exactly what vitamins, minerals, and herbal remedies can do for you. You'll find: Detailed descriptions of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and electrolytes, including daily requirements, dosages, therapeutic uses, and more The latest research on St. John's wort, echinacea, CoQ10, DHEA, and other popular herbal and dietary supplements An essential guide to brand-name multivitamins found in your supermarket or health food store Specific recommendations for children, athletes, seniors, and pregnant or postmenopausal women Guidelines for safe supplement use, including megadosing and critical drug interactions The nutrient content of hundreds of common foods, including popular fast foods How computer programs can monitor your vitamin and mineral intake And much, much more
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Herbal Remedies written by Frankie Avalon Wolfe and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats written by Liz Palika and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-12-06 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes the latest advice from well-known and respected veterinarians.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Running 3rd Edition written by Bill Rodgers and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-12-07 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect book to get readers up and running—by a major name in marathons The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Running, Third Edition, offers instruction on developing ideal running techniques for personal fitness or competition. Through easy–to–follow steps designed to gradually build their abilities, readers learn how to choose reliable running gear and create an effective training and running program. • Features expert tips on nutrition, reducing stress with exercise, avoiding and treating injuries, and entering 5K, 10K, and half and full marathons • Provides basic training plans and illustrations of stretching positions, muscle diagrams, running apparel, and more
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Martial Arts written by Cezar Borkowski and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1999 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the origins of various martial arts, how to select the best style, and discover the keys to achieving a balance between physical, spiritual, and mental training. 70+ photos.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Pugs written by Liz Palika and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-03-01 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re no idiot, of course. You know Pugs are cute dogs, with their stocky little bodies and happy-go-lucky expressions. But these dogs are bred to be companions and can be stubborn if you get them to do something they don’t want to do! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Pugs shows how you and your pug can enjoy each other and still follow some house rules. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Advice on locating a reputable Pug breeder and knowing what questions to ask. • Common Pug behavioral problem and tips for correcting them. • Helpful information on feeding your Pug. • The eight basic commands that make further training easier. • Hints for finding a trustworthy veterinarian to keep your Pug healthy.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Green Smoothies written by Bo Rinaldi and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Green smoothies are not the sugary concoctions that come to mind when people hear the word "smoothie." They are instead highly nutritious creations that are intended to increase energy, boost metabolism, burn fat, and cleanse the body of toxins. Green smoothies utilize fresh, healthful foods, "superfoods," and a multitude of fantastic ingredients that together offer amazing health benefits. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Green Smoothies starts with the health benefits of green smoothies and how to make them properly and fully enjoy them, while the bulk of the book is comprised of 150 fun, nutritious, and delicious recipes, supplemented with numerous variations throughout.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Secrets of Longevity written by Kandeel Judge and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Furnishes a clear, decisive approach to unlocking the secrets of a longer and healthier life, with guidelines on diet, exercise, and nutritional supplements; tips on avoiding such longevity-threatening lifestyle choices as bad relationships, stress, and insomnia; and advice on eliminating everyday toxins and promoting a positive attitude. Original.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Good Food from the Good Book written by Leslie Bilderback, CMB and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-03-04 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Holy is healthy! Learn to transform the natural, simple, tasty foods mentioned in the Bible into superb, easy-to- make dishes-everything from appetizers to main courses, side dishes, and desserts. Each meal features only those ingredients mentioned in scripture or the closest modern equivalent. Including explanations about the "Kosher" rules found in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, this guide will help you to eat healthily and deliciously-the Biblical way. * Written by an expert master chef and baker * Over 100 delicious recipes, including nutritional components * Dozens of scripture quotes and interesting historical food facts
