Yo-yo dieters and newbies alike should pick up Johansen’s witty book before wasting any time, money, or heartache on ineffective fad diets. A dietitian contrasts fad diets with sensible health guidelines in this encouraging primer.... Read More

"The Painful Truth" is an invaluable, hope-filled resource for individuals—and societies—consumed by pain. The Painful Truth: What Chronic Pain Is Really Like and Why It Matters to Each of Us, by Lynn R. Webster, MD, is a medical yet... Read More

Tips on creating a personalized nutrition plan bolster the usefulness of this science-filled guide. In the midst of a widespread obesity crisis, many people are advised to “eat less and move more,” but if this simple strategy worked,... Read More

With the voice of a caring yoga teacher, Marsh inspires people facing food-based issues to integrate mindfulness into their eating. Yoga is often touted for its positive effects on stress, flexibility, and balance. But the centuries-old... Read More

Soloway conveys the devastating impact of Parkinson’s disease on both patient and caregiver. "The Bastard Disease", by Marin Soloway, offers insightful suggestions for caregivers gleaned from Soloway’s personal experience with... Read More

Khatri seamlessly blends the scientific and the spiritual in an unflinching look at MS and its effect on the minds and bodies of patients. In Healing the Soul: Unexpected Stories of Courage, Hope, and the Power of Mind, Bhupendra O.... Read More

Primm and Friedman tell a life story that deserves a place in history. The Healer: A Doctor’s Crusade Against Addiction and AIDS, by Beny J. Primm and John S. Friedman, paints a portrait of a man of character and influence. Drug... Read More

Parents looking for a holistic and multicultural perspective on the day-to-days of childrearing will find Cannon’s book invaluable. Becky Cannon pulls together a wealth of information for naturally and mindfully raising children during... Read More