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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Juice Fasting: Over 75 Fresh and Tasty Recipes to Cleanse and Nourish Your Body
by Bo Rinaldi Steven PrussackJuice fasting can be a powerful, transformative undertaking that does absolute wonders for the body. From detoxifying and cleansing, to weight loss, to increased energy and a reinvigorated digestive system, a juice fast can transform the body in a matter of weeks, or even days. However, maintaining a fast can also be a difficult undertaking without proper instruction and an understanding of the nutritional components of the fast — so clear guidance and recipes that satisfy the palate are essential to success. The authors of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Juice Fasting take readers through a number of different fasts and help them choose the right fast to lose the pounds, cleanse their systems of undesirable waste and toxins, and be on their way to feeling renewed and recharged. The authors arm readers with over 75 fantastically delicious and powerful juice recipes that will not only give readers what they crave in taste, but will help them fully recognize the transformational benefits of the juice fast.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Juicing: Get Your Daily Fruits and Vegetables—in One Delicious Drink
by Ellen BrownGet the fruit your body needs—in a glass.This creative collection from an award-winning author includes tasty juicing recipes that can be made using a juicer or a blender/food processor. The simple recipes come with suggestions for substitutions for even more variety—for happier, healthier readers! - Written by an award-winning food and beverage author Ellen Brown, who is also the founding food editor of USA Today. - Accessible to everyone: recipes come with hints for substitutions and can be made with a blender, food processor, or juicer. - Contains information on the health benefits of juicing, how to purchase and store perishable produce, and nutritional information.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Kabbalah: Make Your Life’s Path a Spiritual One
by Collin Canright Rav Michael LaitmanWhat the Kabbalah can do for you. According to the authors of this comprehensive guide, the Kabbalah that Madonna popularized is far from authentic. In fact, the Kabbalah is much bigger—and better. Here, readers will discover how it can deliver money, love, health, and many other things.- An international authority on authentic Kabbalah was a consultant for this book.- Blends religion/spirituality with New Age mysticism.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Life After Death: A Fascinating Exploration of Afterlife Concepts and Experiences
by Diane AhlquistGet an (after) life! A belief in the afterlife is common to almost every faith and culture around the world. Even people who don't consider themselves "spiritual" share a fascination in life after death. In this powerful guide, author and intuitive Diane Ahlquist shares her own knowledge of the subject, as well as the views of such religious and spiritual leaders as Edgar Cayce and the Dalai Lama.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Long-Term Care Planning
by Marilee DriscollThe basic motivators will drive people to want to learn more about this topic—fear, money, and insecurity. Consumers fear losing their life savings to LTC costs. Yet, they hesitate to buy insurance with an annual premium of $1,800 without knowing what it covers.In October of 2002 (one month after this book's release), the federal government will be rolling out a payroll deduction plan whereby all government employees and retirees (approximately 18 million people) will have the same opportunity to save for their long-term care needs as they currently have for their 401(k).
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Losing 20 Pounds in 2 Months Fast-Track: The Essential Plan You Need to Quickly Shed Weight When It Matters Most
by Wendy WatkinsThe Complete Idiot's Guide® to Losing 20 Pounds in 2 Months Fast-Track provides meal plans and exercises designed to take off 20 pounds in 2 months or 10 pounds in 1 month. It is a short, simple, step-by-step diet with meal plans and packed with useful tips to make it easy and healthy. Written by a gym owner and trainer, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Losing 20 Pounds in 2 Months Fast-Track offers everything you need to lose weight fast.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Low-Carb Meals, 2nd Edition: Rediscover Low-Carb Living with 300+ Taste-Tempting Recipes
by Lucy Beale Sandy G. CouvillonIn the world of diets, low-carb dieting is still very popular. Reformed from its early no-carb version, today&’s low-carb diet relies on cutting down carbohydrates in your diet and replacing them with protein. Numerous diets today—and even some diabetic diets—rely on cutting carbohydrates. Cooks today are looking for low-carb alternatives that aren&’t bland diet book recipes. The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Low-Carb Meals, second edition, has lower carb recipes and more vegetarian and vegan selections than before. As many readers point out, low-carb diet cookbooks read like they were written by scientists, not cooks. Enter cookbook authors Lucy Beale and Sandy Couvillon with more than 330 taste-tempting recipes for low-carb alternatives. Moreover, the recipes have additional nutritional information—not just carb/gram data, but also protein replacement data and complex and simple carbohydrates nutritional information. With everything from breakfast (egg dishes, of course) to late-night snacks, Beale and Couvillon offer hundreds of delicious recipes for the die-hard dieter and health-conscious cook that appeal to the family and are easy to make. This cookbook offers fantastic salads, bread and pasta recipes, grains, potatoes, rice, desserts, fruit options—and even an entire chocolate chapter.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Low-Fat Vegan Cooking: Over 200 Fantastic Recipes That Combine the Benefits of Low-Fat and Vegan Eating
by Bo RinaldiVegan cooking is often associated with being healthy, but it&’s not always low in fat. The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Low-Fat Vegan Cooking brings a fresh and delicious approach to the vegan kitchen, but minus so much of the fat that can often be added to make vegan dishes more flavorful. The vegan chef will open readers up to a universe of fantastic, 100% vegan recipes that offer the added benefit of being low in fat and lower in calories. Readers will be able to craft menus and discover recipes that go from variations on everyday comfort foods to delicious, nutrient-dense dishes that offer maximum nutritional benefit.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Low-Sodium Cooking, 2nd Edition
by Heidi McIndoo Shelly James• Features 50 delicious new recipes• Includes new meal plan feature that targets readers' daily sodium intake thresholds
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Managing Diabetes Fast-Track: The Core Information and Advice You Need to Keep Your Diabetes in Check
by Joan Clark-WarnerThe rapid emergence of Type 2 diabetes has become one of the most urgent health issues facing not only Americans, but people around the globe. For those suffering from diabetes, managing the disease is a delicate and often confusing balancing act that is highly unpredictable and can be, at times, life-threatening. Effective diabetes management requires not only daily effort, but knowledge in order to control side effects. However, armed with that essential knowledge, diabetes sufferers can lead normal and healthy lives, with minimal issues. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Managing Diabetes Fast-Track gives you critical yet practical insight to help manage the disease and minimize the risks. You will learn how to manage daily diet choices, as well long-term dietary habits so the illness doesn't progress. You will also learn the simple lifestyle changes that can make a huge difference and take your health from suffering to thriving. Helpful advice for managing medications and keeping diabetes in check when diet and exercise aren't enough is included so you are armed with the tools and practical guidance they need to lead a normal, healthy life.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Marathon Training
by David Levine Paula PetrellaA comprehensive guide to get you ready for race day. According to the rule books, a marathon is 26.2 grueling yet exhilarating miles. Millions of people run marathons around the world. Many more millions dream of doing it. But novice or veteran runners, marathons require training and plenty of it. Certified marathon coach David Levine and dedicated marathoner Paula Petrella know how to get anyone in shape for the race and share the entire procedure in clear, jargon free language. Includes dozens of instructional photos. Practical advice that addresses the needs of men and women of all ages.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Medical Terminology: Master the Vocabulary You Need to Ace Medical Courses and Certifications
by Veronica HackethalAn essential guide for anyone in a healthcare career, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Medical Terminology shows readers how to master medicine's core terminology so they can successfully pass their academic courses and certification tests. Readers will be introduced to Greek and Latin roots — the building blocks for deciphering any term encountered. They'll also find an outline of the body's systems to learn terms in context, an explanation of the body's physiology, and a primer on commonly used terms for diseases, injuries, conditions, tests, and procedures.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Natural Childbirth: The Support You Need for the Birth You Want
by Deb Baker Jennifer L. WestThoughtful planning so mom and her supporters are ready when the baby is . . . A midwife helps expecting mothers decide how natural they want their labor to be, what birthing methods are available, and the type of professional they want present. It helps women weigh factors, prepare mentally, make important decisions, and plan ahead for successful delivery and beyond. • Only book covering the spectrum of natural birthing methods, and has a medical authority's vetting • Expert author is a certified professional midwife and certified hypno-birthing childbirth educator • Covers all aspects of natural birthing, from planning before women become pregnant through breastfeeding
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Natural Remedies: Research-Based Remedies for More than 50 Medical Conditions
by Chrystle FiedlerIt's amazing what a little peppermint and a couple of walnuts can do.The health conditions? Everything from heart disease, cancer, and migraines to insomnia, PMS, and allergies. The remedies? Fish oils, peppermint, lavender, blueberry yogurt, and old-fashioned vitamin C. This is a complete reference book for readers who want scientifically researched recommendations for the best all-natural treatments for specific conditions presented in an easy-to-follow format.• Covers complaints and ailments from high blood pressure to bug bites• Each treatment based on the latest scientific research• Includes natural remedies from herbs and supplements to traditional Chinese Medicine• Arranged by specific ailment or disorder
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Paganism: Meaningful Ways to Commune with Nature and Follow the Pagan Spiritual Path
by Carl MccolmanYou&’re no idiot, of course. But finding the perfect expression of your spirituality can prove long and challenging. You might already be attracted to paganism, but considering the variety of traditions and paths that fall in this category, you&’ll need a spiritual guide. Seek no further! Whether you&’re interested in following the pagan path or just curious to know more, The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Paganism will enlighten you on this fascinating array of nature-based beliefs and practices. In this Complete Idiot&’s Guide®, you&’ll learn about: • The basic principles of shamanism, druidism, Wicca, and more. • How to deepen your connection to the Goddess, the God, and nature. • The fundamentals of meditation, magic, divination, and spiritual healing. • Tips on incorporating pagan rituals into your modern lifestyle.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Past Life Regression
by Michael HathawayA guide to the mysteries of your past . . .In this fascinating book, a board-certified past life regression therapist goes beyond reincarnation and karma to reveal everything people want to know about the ins and outs of this phenomena. This book covers: • Whether past life regression is for real• What to expect from hypnosis• Whether children are closer to their past lives than adults• How knowledge of past lives can help resolve issues and improve the present
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pilates on the Mat: The “Anywhere” Regimen That Strengthens and Tones Without Equipment
by Karon KarterAll you need is a mat to reap the benefits of pilates. There's no excuse not to begin your at-home pilates practice!The book takes readers through the complete sequence of Pilates Mat exercises with photos and step-by-step instructions. Formal Pilates classes are enormously beneficial; however, they are also very expensive. Using The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Pilates on the Mat, readers can practice Pilates Mat exercises on their own--without all the expensive and intimidating equipment found in the studio or gym. Pilates is a fitness phenomenon that's been around for nearly 100 years. Through a series of strength and stretching exercises, it builds core body strength, improves posture, relieves pain, alleviates symptoms of serious chronic diseases, and has a positive impact on all of the vital systems--all while building a connection between the body and the mind.Along the way, fitness expert Karon Karter gives readers: • A Pilates primer: how and why the method works on every body, inside and out. • Basics for better breathing and posture. • Safe instruction for flexing toward your healthiest self. • Expert advice on Pilates Mat exercises and using simple equipment, such as the Magic Circle. • Poses and postures to increase range of motion, bone density, respiration, circulation, and muscle control. • Exercises for toning muscles and melting fat, making the body look lean, healthy, and younger.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pregnancy & Childbirth, 3rd Edition
by Theresa Foy Digeronimo Michele Isaacs GliksmanKnowledge from the very startBringing a child into the world can be the most momentous event in one's life. Now parents can have the most up–to–date information on what to expect from the nine months of pregnancy and the entire process of childbirth. Written by an experienced OB-GYN and mother, with a very reassuring tone, the latest edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Pregnancy and Childbirth includes: • A new focus on "green" pregnancies and childbirth • The latest information on screenings, guidelines for vaccination, and more • "Daddy Alert" sidebars provided throughout to include the father during pregnancy and childbirth
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Psychic Intuition, 3rd Edition: Tap into Your Natural Psychic Abilities to Achieve Your Life Goals
by LaVonne Carlson-Finnerty Lynn RobinsonEveryone is pyschic. And that includes you!We all have an inner voice that tells us important things we have no other way of knowing. A select few have learned how to tune in to that voice. You can use your natural intuition and its wisdom to avoid disaster, heal bodies and minds, and make contact with other minds and spirits. Lynn A. Robinson, M.Ed., will give you the exercises needed to hone your inner voice.The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Psychic Intuition, Third Edition uses a hands-on approach to psychic development for beginners, taking you from a basic introduction of various psychic abilities to using your own psychic powers to solve your own problems. Also learn how to perform psychic readings for others. Topics covered include: • Discovering what psychic intuition is and what a psychic can tell someone about themselves. • Assessing your current psychic abilities. • Trusting your instincts and developing psychic awareness. • Learning about the mind-body connection and how to use psychic power to heal yourself and others. • Hypnosis, visions, dreams, and telepathy: exploring what can be learned from altered states of consciousness. • Knowing things before they happen. • Recalling past-life experiences. • Seeing, hearing, feeling, and knowing messages that others do not perceive. • Learning how use the tools of the psychic trade and how to give a psychic reading. Get the things you really want in life by combining all you have learned about intuition!
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Quick Total Body Workouts: Strengthen, Tone, and Shape Your Body from Head to Toe
by Tom SeabourneEarn the body you've been waiting for with the ultimate guide to quick and easy total body workouts!Today, people are busier than ever before, often at the expense of their health. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Quick Total Body Workouts acknowledges this trend and gives readers quick and simple exercises they can do for all of their major muscle groups whether at the gym, home, or office. The exercises are as effective as they are easy to follow, giving readers great looking results in no time!
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Quinoa Cookbook: Discover This Incredible Superfood with Over 180 Recipes for Every Meal
by Susan IrbyQuinoa, often mistakenly called a grain, has quickly become a dietary staple for many people because it contains more protein than any grain; has more calcium than milk; is high in iron, vitamins, and dietary fiber; is gluten, wheat, and cholesterol free; and is considered an excellent antioxidant. Quinoa can be used for any meal in a variety of ways, but it is largely flavorless. The Complete Idiot's Guide® Quinoa Cookbook has more than 250 recipes for every meal of the day.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raw Food Detox: Eat Better, Feel Better, Look Better
by Adam A. GrahamA healthy body requires a raw strategy The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raw Food Detox details the best foods for detoxifying and cleansing the body for people suffering from everything from irritable bowel syndrome to unsuccessful weight loss efforts-or anyone who just wants to feel healthier. Beginning with what detoxifying and cleansing are and what they do, this book details what to eat, how to prepare it, and in what combinations and amounts. The author also provides several 15-day detoxifying and cleansing regimens for both the beginning and experienced raw food enthusiast: • Interest in raw foods has been growing rapidly for years. • Many high-profile stars, such as Beyoncé Knowles, have been widely reported using raw-food cleanses. • Dr. Oz has added a "Raw Food Challenge" to his website in which he encourages people to include much more raw food into their diets.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Rumi Meditations: Timeless Paths to Spiritual Growth and Unity with God
by Yahiya EmerickDiscover moving meditation with one of today's top-selling poets Rumi was a 13th-century Sufi theologian and poet who spoke of love, unity with God, and spiritual growth. Rumi and his followers, known as the Whirling Dervishes, employed music, poetry, and dance to become closer to God. This guide brings the unique practice of moving meditation to American readers, offering more than 40 meditations based on Rumi's poems. • Includes a timeline of Rumi's life, a glossary, and resources for further exploration
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Running Injury-Free: Hit the Road Without the Road Hitting You Back
by Bob Schaller Coach Damon MartinNo pain, maximum gain. More than half of all runners in the U..are sidelined at least once a year because of an injury. Many others run through the pain that starts to surface as they age—the result of years of bad posture, joint and muscle stiffness, and poor running mechanics. This guide provides readers with a holistic approach to preventing injuries and getting rid of nagging pains. In it, readers learn how to increase flexibility, calibrate muscle strength, pick the right shoes, break bad habits, and more—all while improving distance and efficiency.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Running, 3rd Edition: Discover the Fun and Health Benefits of Running
by Scott Douglas Bill RodgersThe 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