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The Vagus-Immune Connection: Harness Your Vagus Nerve to Manage Stress, Prevent Immune Dysregulation, and Avoid Chronic Disease
by J.P. ErricoA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
The Valedictorian of Being Dead: The True Story of Dying Ten Times to Live
by Heather B. ArmstrongFrom New York Times bestselling author and blogger Heather B. Armstrong comes an honest and irreverent memoir—reminiscent of the New York Times bestseller Brain on Fire—about her experience as one of only a few people to participate in an experimental treatment for depression involving ten rounds of a chemically induced coma approximating brain death.For years, Heather B. Armstrong has alluded to her struggle with depression on her website, dooce. It’s scattered throughout her archive, where it weaves its way through posts about pop culture, music, and motherhood. But in 2016, Heather found herself in the depths of a depression she just couldn’t shake, an episode darker and longer than anything she had previously experienced. She had never felt so discouraged by the thought of waking up in the morning, and it threatened to destroy her life. So, for the sake of herself and her family, Heather decided to risk it all by participating in an experimental clinical trial involving a chemically induced coma approximating brain death. Now, for the first time, Heather recalls the torturous eighteen months of suicidal depression she endured and the month-long experimental study in which doctors used propofol anesthesia to quiet all brain activity for a full fifteen minutes before bringing her back from a flatline. Ten times. The experience wasn’t easy. Not for Heather or her family. But a switch was flipped, and Heather hasn’t experienced a single moment of suicidal depression since. Disarmingly honest, self-deprecating, and scientifically fascinating, The Valedictorian of Being Dead brings to light a groundbreaking new treatment for depression.
The Validation Breakthrough: Simple Techniques for Communicating with People with Alzheimer's and Other Dementias, Third Edition
by Naomi Feil Vicki de Klerk-RubinValidation is a practical way of communicating with and managing problem behavior in older adults with Alzheimer's type dementia. It helps reduce stress, enhance dignity, and increase happiness. The Validation Breakthrough is an essential resource for all settings providing dementia care including assisted living facilities, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, hospice, home health care, adult day services, family care settings, and more.
The Vampire Tarot
by Robert M. PlaceThe Vampire Tarot ties the tales and mythic figures associated with the vampire legend to the equally iconographic figures and forms of the tarot. This book explores the history of the vampire starting with Bram Stoker's classic 1897 novel, Dracula, as well as those writings that inspired Stoker and the vampire lore that derived from it. Stoker and his most famous work were both closely tied to the classic Rider-Waite-Coleman tarot. Now, author-illustrator Robert M. Place brings these two mythic traditions together with this extensively researched book that guides the reader through the subtleties and parallels within The Vampire Tarot, providing a guide for getting the most out of reading.Sure to delight not only tarot devotees but the general fan of the vampire mythos as well.
The Vampire in Lore and Legend
by Montague Summers"Throughout the whole vast shadowy world of ghosts and demons there is no figure so terrible, no figure so dreaded and abhorred, yet [looked upon] with such fearful fascination, as the vampire, who is himself neither ghost nor demon, but yet who partakes the dark natures and possesses the mysterious and terrible qualities of both."So begins this riveting study by one of the foremost authorities on witchcraft and occult phenomena. An indefatigable researcher, Summers explores the presence of vampires in Greek and Roman lore, in England and Ireland during Anglo-Saxon times, in Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Russia, Romania, and Bulgaria, even in modern Greece. More than just a collection of library lore, however, this detailed examination of the history of vampirism in Europe also includes anecdotes and firsthand accounts gathered by the author from peasants in places where belief in vampires was still common.A fascinating, sometimes terrifying book, The Vampire in Lore and Legend is a "mine of out-of-the-way information full of unspeakable tales," writes The New York Times; and according to Outlook, "a fascinating inquiry into the vampire legend . . . a storehouse of curious and interesting lore." Of great interest to any enthusiast of the supernatural and the occult, this book will appeal as well to the legions of general readers captivated by this ancient myth.
The Vanderbeekers Ever After (The Vanderbeekers #7)
by Karina Yan GlaserThe bestselling Vanderbeeker family finds love and hope in hard times as they face the challenge of a serious illness with the support of their Harlem community. The Vanderbeekers are looking forward to the wedding of two of their favorite people! But when one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, instead of preparing for a celebration, the family is suddenly spending their time at the hospital. And soon they are helping a newly-made and critically ill friend, even as they struggle with how their own lives have turned upside down.In the poignant conclusion to the bestselling Vanderbeekers series, the beloved family faces their biggest challenge yet, rising to meet it with the characteristic love, warmth, and hope that has won them a lasting home in the hearts of readers everywhere.The series includes:The Vanderbeekers of 141st StreetThe Vanderbeekers and the Hidden GardenThe Vanderbeekers to the RescueThe Vanderbeekers Lost and FoundThe Vanderbeekers Make a WishThe Vanderbeekers on the RoadThe Vanderbeekers Ever After
The Vanishing Face of Gaia: A Final Warning
by James LovelockThe global temperature is rising, the ice caps are melting, and levels of pollution across the world have reached unprecedented heights. According to eminent scientist James Lovelock, in order to survive an assault from her dependents, the Earth is lurching ever closer to a permanent ?hot state. OCO Within the next century, we will almost certainly be forced to give up many of the comforts of western living as supplies are threatened. Only the fittest?and the smartest?will survive. A reluctant jeremiad from one of the environmental movementOCOs elder statesmen, "The Vanishing Face of Gaia" offers an essential wake-up call for the human race.
The Varieties of Psychedelic Experience: The Classic Guide to the Effects of LSD on the Human Psyche
by Robert Masters Jean HoustonThe research in this book has great significance to the current debate on drug legalization and on the effects of LSD on the human psyche.
The Vatican Heresy: Bernini and the Building of the Hermetic Temple of the Sun
by Robert Bauval Chiara Hohenzollern Sandro ZicariReveals how the largest Sun Temple in the world, built according to Hermetic principles, is located at one of Christianity’s holiest sites: the Vatican • Shows how famous Renaissance philosophers and scientists called for a Hermetic reformation of Christianity by building a magical Temple of the Sun in Rome • Explains how the Vatican architect Bernini designed St. Peter’s Square to reflect heliocentric and Hermetic principles • Reveals how the design was masterminded by Bernini, Jesuit scholars, the mystical Queen Christine of Sweden, and several popes In 16th century Italy, in the midst of the Renaissance, two powerful movements took hold. The first, the Hermetic Movement, was inspired by an ancient set of books housed in the library of Cosimo de’ Medici and written by the Egyptian sage Hermes Trismegistus. The movement expounded the return of the “true religion of the world” based on a form of natural magic that could draw down the powers of the heavens and incorporate them into statues and physical structures. The other movement, the Heliocentric Movement launched by Copernicus, was a direct challenge to the Vatican’s biblical interpretation of a geocentric world system. Declared a heresy by the Pope, those who promoted it risked the full force of the Inquisition. Exploring the meeting point of these two movements, authors Robert Bauval and Chiara Hohenzollern reveal how the most outspoken and famous philosophers, alchemists, and scientists of the Renaissance, such as Giordano Bruno and Marsilio Ficino, called for a Hermetic reformation of the Christian religion by building a magical utopic city, an architectural version of the heliocentric system. Using contemporary documents and the latest cutting-edge theses, the authors show that this Temple of the Sun was built in Rome, directly in front of the Vatican’s Basilica of St. Peter. They explain how the Vatican architect Bernini designed St. Peter’s Square to reflect the esoteric principles of the Hermetica and how the square is a detailed representation of the heliocentric system. Revealing the magical architectural plan masterminded by the Renaissance’s greatest minds, including Bernini, Jesuit scholars, Queen Christine of Sweden, and several popes, the authors expose the ultimate heresy of all time blessed by the Vatican itself.
The VegNews Guide to Being a Fabulous Vegan: Look Good, Feel Good & Do Good in 30 Days
by Jasmin Singer VegNews MagazineGo vegan the fabulous way with this helpful guide from an editor of VegNews, an award-winning vegan media outlet.Maybe you're interested in it for the food, maybe it's the animals, or maybe climate change has got you thinking. Whatever your reason, maybe you don't quite know where to start. After all, doesn't going vegan mean you have to give up tasty snacks, cool shoes, a sense of humor, and your leather couch? (Nope, nope, no way, well . . . eventually.) Covering everything from nutrition (you will get enough protein, promise) to dating (vegans have better sex. It's true) to fitness (you want to lift a car over your head? Sure), Jasmin Singer and the team at VegNews bust all the myths and give you all the facts about a plant-based lifestyle. With 30 easy recipes to get you started, The VegNews Guide to Being a Fabulous Vegan will help you adopt a lifestyle that's better for you, the animals, and the planet. And what's more fabulous than that?
The Vegan 8: 100 Simple, Delicious Recipes Made with 8 Ingredients or Less
by Brandi DomingFive years ago, popular blogger Brandi Doming of The Vegan 8 became a vegan, overhauling the way she and her family ate after a health diagnosis for her husband. The effects have been life-changing. Her recipes rely on refreshingly short ingredient lists that are ideal for anyone new to plant-based cooking or seeking simplified, wholesome, family-friendly options for weeknight dinners. All of the recipes are dairy-free and most are oil-free, gluten-free, and nut-free (if not, Brandi offers suitable alternatives), and ideally tailored to meet the needs of an array of health conditions. Each of the 100 recipes uses just 8 or fewer ingredients (not including salt, pepper, or water) to create satisfying, comforting meals from breakfast to dessert that your family—even the non-vegans—will love. Try Bakery-Style Blueberry Muffins, Fool ’Em “Cream Cheese” Spinach-Artichoke Dip, Cajun Veggie and Potato Chowder, Skillet Baked Mac n’ Cheese, and No-Bake Chocolate Espresso Fudge Cake.
The Vegan Air Fryer: Quick & easy, healthy meals
by Niki WebsterHealthy Eating Made Simple.This quick-and-easy cookbook makes healthy meal prep, and eating more veg, effortless.Everyone will love these delicious, vibrant breakfasts, snacks, lunches, dinners, baking and desserts cooked in your air fryer. If you’re new to vegan eating or have just got an air fryer, this book is for you.Find 70 plant-based recipes for beginners. Enjoy cooking:- Easy breakfasts- Simple lunches & light bites- Super quick meals – ready in 15 minutes or less- 30-minute meals - Bread, cakes, cookies & desserts
The Vegan Air Fryer: The Healthier Way to Enjoy Deep-Fried Flavors
by JL FieldsEighty recipes for vegan versions of yummy comfort foods from eggrolls to grilled cheese—without all that oil!If you love fried foods, but don’t want the oil, added fat, and mess, this cookbook shows you how to air-fry your favorite fried foods with little or no cooking oil. JL Fields, author of Vegan Pressure Cooking, has done the research, development, and testing, so you can serve crispy French fries, eggrolls, and all kinds of fried food in minutes—without frying.Bring crunchy onion rings, vegetable tempura, and other treats to your table without making a mess or heating up your kitchen. Now you can eat delicious “fried” food, while staying healthy. Recipes include low-fat vegan versions of: • Jalapeño Poppers• Vegetable Dumplings• Potato Chips• Eggrolls• Mac ‘n’ Cheese Bites• Buffalo Cauliflower• Corndogs• Fried Chick’n• Fajitas• Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, and more
The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook: The Essential Guide for Plant-Based Performance
by Nichole Dandrea-RussertUsing the latest research in sports nutrition, this handbook helps athletes maximize their performance, expedite recovery, and optimize their health through balanced, plant-based eating.Debunking the myth that a plant-based diet and high-intensity athleticism just don&’t mix, The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook is a comprehensive guidebook for anyone looking to dive deep into the science behind plant-based eating and peak performance. Making the choice to switch to a plant-based diet shouldn't mean giving up your gains — in fact, incorporating more plant-based foods may even give you an athletic advantage — provided you know how to properly fuel your body while eating vegan.The Vegan Athlete's Nutrition Handbook features:• Breakdown of key macro and micronutrients in a plant-based diet• The latest information on healthy supplements and dosing• Over 25 flavorful and fueling vegan recipes• Sample meal plans to create nutrient-rich, complete vegan meals• Guidance on the top athletic concerns, including bone health and rapid recoveryThe book provides expert guidance for everyone from weekend warriors to professional athletes, whether you are plant-curious, transitioning to a plant-forward diet, or want to refine your existing plant-based nutrition plan. With easy-to-follow vegan menus, recipes, tips, and tricks that can enhance performance, boost recovery and improve health, there&’s no reason not to be a vegan athlete!
The Vegan Athlete: A Complete Guide to a Healthy, Plant-Based, Active Lifestyle
by Karina InksterCook smarter and feel better with one hundred delicious recipes! Completely revised and updated from the author's previous Vegan Vitality, this is the ultimate guide to veganism for active lifestyles. More than eight million North Americans choose to exclude meat from their diets, and an additional twenty-five million rarely eat meat. Many of these individuals consume no animal products whatsoever. Why do these vegans and vegetarians choose to forgo steak, yogurt, or ice cream? Most commonly, they cite increasing and maintaining personal health. Add to this the steadily growing population of health and fitness enthusiasts who adopt plant-based diets temporarily to meet their performance goals, plus those looking to vegan diets for weight loss, and we&’ve got a full-blown diet and lifestyle movement quickly expanding across the globe! This is a comprehensive active-living guide and cookbook for current and aspiring vegans and vegetarians interested in making regular physical activity a part of their lives. Fitness and nutrition coach Karina Inkster motivates and inspires readers to increase the quality (and length!) of their lives by enjoying a whole foods, plant-based diet and engaging in regular exercise. Recipes include: Apple spice baked oatmealOpen-face smoky meltVegan scalloped potatoesHomemade energy barsThai peanut curry with veggies, tofu, and pineappleAfrican stewClean 'n green flatbreadNo-cream of cauliflower soupMediterranean medley saladChocolate-dipped strawberry smoothieSo many more! With healthy living advice for everyone from beginners to amateur athletes, as well as a well-rounded collection of one hundred mouthwatering recipes specifically created to fuel active living, this book sets itself apart by bridging the gap between diet and fitness, approaching health holistically and as a long-term lifestyle. Also included are interviews with vegan athletes and fitness professionals, each providing their own recipes, top-secret tips, and habits for healthy, active plant-based living.
The Vegan Athlete: Maximizing Your Health and Fitness While Maintaining a Compassionate Lifestyle
by Brett Stewart Ben GreeneBE YOUR BESTYou can be vegan and still perform at the top of your ability-run your fastest, lift your max, cross the finish line first. Combining dietary know-how with exercise physiology and a full workout program, this book details everything the vegan athlete needs to maintain energy and build muscle, including:*day-by-day meal plans*protein intake recommendations*the best calorie-rich foods*optimal fitness techniques*delicious meat-free, dairy-free recipesThe Vegan Athlete shows how a diet of natural plant proteins, essential amino acids and carefully balanced vitamins provides more than enough nutrition to fuel a lean, strong body. Thanks to this book, you can follow a full-body program for getting and staying in shape that is truly cruelty-free.
The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook: Essential Recipes and Meal Plans for Plant-Based Bodybuilding
by Samantha ShorkeyPlant power for vegan bodybuilders—the essential cookbook When it comes to gaining muscle, protein is king in the nutrient world, but you don't have to be a carnivore to get "swole." Plants contain the nutrients needed to support your bodybuilding efforts. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook is your comprehensive guide to keep you on track towards shredded success. Learn to complement your training regimen with a plant-based diet featuring 102 delicious recipes, nutritional guidance, and meal plans. With the knowledge presented in this book, you will be on the way to achieving your bodybuilding goals and gaining enormous health benefits. The Vegan Bodybuilder's Cookbook includes: Powerful options—Take your pick from one of the three one-week meal plans, each designed to help you reach the pinnacle of your bodybuilding program. The healthy goods—From shopping lists and dietary information to meal prep advice, this book is jacked with everything you need to succeed in bodybuilding. Facts, facts, facts—Did you know 1 cup of almonds has the same amount of protein as 1 cup of chicken? This book is loaded with important information. If you're looking for a vegan cookbook that supports bodybuilding, look no further than this one.
The Vegan Cookbook
by Adele McconnelAdele McConnell brings a fresh, inspired look to plant-based food, showing just how satisfying, dynamic and undeniably delicious contemporary vegan cooking can be. The beautifully photographed recipes make the most of a wide variety of fresh ingredients, drawing inspiration from cuisines around the world to help you create healthy, balanced meals effortlessly. McConnell proves once and for all that there's no need to sacrifice flavor to eat animal-free. She creates her stylish, mouth-watering dishes with innovative techniques and nutrient-packed ingredients, including whole grains and protein sources such as pulses, nuts, tempeh and tofu. From Mushroom & Roasted Beetroot Polenta Nests to Chinese Spring Onion Pancakes with Ginger Dipping Sauce, you'll find dishes that will tempt both part-time and fully-committed vegans alike. Complete with 100 inspiring, easy-to-follow recipes, The Vegan Cookbook isn't merely about creating great meat-free food, it's about producing sensational dishes everyone will want to make time and time again.
The Vegan Cookbook for Athletes: 101 Recipes and 3 Meal Plans to Build Endurance and Strength
by Anne-Marie CampbellIncrease performance with 101 plant-based meals for athletes Being an athlete means always striving for ways to get the most out of your body, and eating vegan is a great way to build endurance and strength while improving overall health. Featuring 101 recipes and 3 meal plans, this is one of the most informative vegan cookbooks and will show you how impactful combining your training with solid plant-based macronutrient resources can be—no matter your athletic level. Whether you're a committed vegan or just starting out, you can create a tailored nutrition plan for your unique athletic demands. Whether it's learning how to balance carbohydrates, fats, and proteins or eliminating cooking oil, this dietary guide helps set you up for a life of athletic success. This top choice among vegan recipe books includes: Macros overview—Discover key information about macronutrients that caters to a variety of athletic needs. Quick recipes—Choose from 100+ recipes using common ingredients that can be made in advance for on-the-go eating. Meal plan options—Use the meal plans alone or together so you can get the customized nutrition for your athletic requirements. Keep yourself fit and active with this guide to going vegan for athletes.
The Vegan Cookbook for Kids: Easy Plant-Based Recipes for Young Chefs
by Barb MusickEasy, tasty vegan recipes for young chefs ages 8-12Kids in the kitchen know how to have fun—and eat well, too! Have a blast cooking (and devouring) delicious meals with The Vegan Cookbook for Kids. This kids cookbook is packed with easy-to-follow recipes for flavorful vegan food. Now you can create scrumptious vegan meals with your own two hands—and share them with your family and friends!This kids cookbook starts by teaching you about common plant-based ingredients, essential kitchen tools, and cooking safety guidelines. Get more comfortable in the kitchen as you cook with tips and ideas to help you become a better chef. Plus, you'll keep it simple with the recipes in this kids cookbook—they use mostly easy-to-find, inexpensive ingredients.Dig into a kids cookbook that has:50 Yummy recipes—Dish out a variety of recipes, like Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes, Creamy Buffalo Cauliflower Dip, Fruity Spinach Salad, Enchilada Casserole, and lots more!Vegan adventures—This kids cookbook includes dishes from different cuisines, so you can explore which foods and flavors you like best.Kitchen know-how—Brush up on skills like accurate measuring, safe chopping and slicing, food prepping, and even tofu preparation.Are you hungry yet? Get cooking with this fun, easy plant-based kids cookbook!
The Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook: 75 Satisfying High Fat, Low Carb, Dairy Free Recipes
by Nicole Derseweh Whitney LauritsenEnjoy the benefits of a vegan ketogenic diet with delicious, easy-to-prepare, plant-based mealsThe Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook features practical guidance on how to start and maintain a vegan keto diet. You'll find detailed instructions on the basics of a ketogenic diet, including a comprehensive list of what to eat (and what to avoid) when following a vegan keto diet. Explore 75 delicious, vegan keto recipes for every time of day, including snacks, salads, and sauces, and a breakdown of macronutrients for each recipe.Choosing to follow a vegan ketogenic diet doesn't mean you have to sacrifice flavor or satisfaction. This ketogenic cookbook presents simple, delectable, plant-based recipes that will delight your taste buds and satisfy your hunger. Start the day with a vibrant go get 'em green smoothie bowl, snack on decadent cookie fat bombs, and scratch that pizza itch with keto margherit-o-pizza.The Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook walks you through each step of a satisfying vegan keto lifestyle with:Simple meal planning—Take the guesswork out of the vegan keto diet with two weeks of meal planning, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.Shopping lists that make prep a breeze—Full shopping lists walk you through each ingredient that you need to make two weeks of delicious, satisfying, vegan keto meals.Kick-start your vegan keto diet with The Vegan Ketogenic Diet Cookbook!
The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook
by Lorena Novak Bull Jolinda HackettNutritious vegan meals for you and your baby! As a vegan, you understand how important it is to get the right nutrients into your diet, but creating these wholesome dishes can present even more of a challenge now that you're eating for two. The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook not only tells you what kinds of foods you should be adding to your plate, but also shows you how to incorporate essential vitamins and minerals into each meal, leaving you and baby feeling satisfied and strong. Don't worry--these nutrient-packed dishes will still provide the flavors and variety you crave. Feast your eyes on more than 200 delicious recipes, including: Maple-cinnamon breakfast quinoa Creamy sun-dried tomato pasta Orange and ginger mixed-veggie stir-fry Spicy southern jambalaya White bean and orzo minestrone Sweetheart raspberry lemon cupcakes With this book, you'll nourish your body and rest easy knowing that your baby is growing healthy and happy--one tasty vegan meal at a time.
The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook
by Lorena Novak Bull Jolinda HackettNutritious vegan meals for you and your baby! As a vegan, you understand how important it is to get the right nutrients into your diet, but creating these wholesome dishes can present even more of a challenge now that you're eating for two. The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook not only tells you what kinds of foods you should be adding to your plate, but also shows you how to incorporate essential vitamins and minerals into each meal, leaving you and baby feeling satisfied and strong. Don't worry--these nutrient-packed dishes will still provide the flavors and variety you crave. Feast your eyes on more than 200 delicious recipes, including: Maple-cinnamon breakfast quinoa Creamy sun-dried tomato pasta Orange and ginger mixed-veggie stir-fry Spicy southern jambalaya White bean and orzo minestrone Sweetheart raspberry lemon cupcakes With this book, you'll nourish your body and rest easy knowing that your baby is growing healthy and happy--one tasty vegan meal at a time.
The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook: Over 200 Recipes to Keep You and Baby Happy and Healthy for All Three Trimesters (and Beyond)!
by Lorena Novak BullNutritious vegan meals for you and your baby!As a vegan, you understand how important it is to get the right nutrients into your diet, but creating these wholesome dishes can present even more of a challenge now that you're eating for two. The Vegan Pregnancy Cookbook not only tells you what kinds of foods you should be adding to your plate, but also shows you how to incorporate essential vitamins and minerals into each meal, leaving you and baby feeling satisfied and strong.Don't worry--these nutrient-packed dishes will still provide the flavors and variety you crave. Feast your eyes on more than 200 delicious recipes, including:Maple-cinnamon breakfast quinoaCreamy sun-dried tomato pastaOrange and ginger mixed-veggie stir-frySpicy southern jambalayaWhite bean and orzo minestroneSweetheart raspberry lemon cupcakesWith this book, you'll nourish your body and rest easy knowing that your baby is growing healthy and happy--one tasty vegan meal at a time.
The Vegan Sourcebook
by Joanne StepaniakIncreasing numbers of people--including actress Drew Barrymore, pop star Moby, and actor Alec Baldwin--are embracing veganism, a lifestyle that entails avoiding all animal-based products and behaving ethically and conscientiously within our surroundings. In "The Vegan Sourcebook", long-time activist Joanne Stepaniak further explores and illuminates the principles and practical aspects of compassionate living.