Did you know that liquorice was used to stave off dehydration for desert-dwelling nomadic tribes? Have you ever considered what happens to someone's body when they don't eat for 382 days? YouTube stars Dr Matt & Dr Mike invite you on an entertaining, eye-opening A-Z tour of the human body like you've never seen before.The Body A-Z is packed with mind-blowing facts, funny insights, and straightforward explanations that make even the weirdest parts of your anatomy fascinatin...

THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'When you want to sort medical fact from medical fiction, Dr Karan is your man. This is the only book that will have you laughing and learning in equal measure' Dr Julie Smith, bestselling author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before'Wonderfully comforting' Chris van Tulleken, bestselling author of Ultra-Processed People'In a world of charlatans and social med...

A first-of-its-kind guide that outlines and explains the health-promoting properties of lymphatic massage, featuring beautifully illustrated, five-minute self-massage sequences anyone can do at home.Thanks to the astonishing results it provides—glowing skin, a flatter stomach, enhanced immunity, and full-body detox—the practice of manually stimulating the lymphatic system has become one of the most popular wellness practices today. Lymphatic drainage works because the lymphatic sys...

Dr Myhill, ably supported by Craig Robinson, writes: 'It is generally believed that infection is a killer of the past. Wrong – research now shows that our big killers, from cancers and coronaries to dementia and diabetes are largely infection-driven. Indeed, it is difficult to find a pathology that does not have an infectious associate. Cheap and effective defences are within the grasp of all of us. We have all the weapons we need to win the arms race. Our new book provides the intellectua...

An estimated 10 percent of the U.S. population suffers from Chronic Heartburn, also known as Acid Reflux or GERD. Many people simply dismiss this condition--the symptoms of which can include sleeplessness, chronic sore throat, heartburn, hoarseness, and dental problems--as something to learn to live with. Recent studies, however, have shown that GERD can have serious effects such as an increased risk for esophagitis, ulcers of the throat, and even cancer of the esophagaus, catapulting this...

Starting by helping you to understand what's happening in your body, Get Started in Massage will give you practical guidance on how to use massage for therapeutic and healing purposes. Step-by-step guides with diagrams and a breakdown of which oils to use and when accompany sections on sports injuries, massage for pregnancy and babies, and self-massage in this no-nonsense guide to an effective healing art.NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key princ...

You're about to discover how you can stop snoring permanently using a set of simple techniques to find the exact cause of your snoring and then effectively eliminate it.You will be able to use the same techniques that have helped thousands of snorers just like you sleep quietly already from night one and even have their snoring permanently cured in less than 14 days.

Unlock the secrets of the largest organ in the human body with "Anatomy and Physiology: The Skin and Its Tissues - Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)." Whether you're a student, medical professional, or simply curious about the human body, this comprehensive guide is your key to mastering the essential knowledge of skin anatomy and physiology.This book is designed to provide a clear and concise understanding of the skin's structure, functions, and related physiological ...

Shocking facts revealed about back pain management, bone back pain, depression back pain, gout pain, herniated disk and more.

Retrain your breathing to manage your asthma medication and stress. A fully revised, updated (and renamed) edition of the successful 2002 Breathing Works for Asthma, this book is the asthma sufferer's indispensable companion. Roughly one person in seven experiences asthma at some time in their life. This fresh and original book looks at aspects of living with asthma in a unique and comprehensive way. In recent years, asthma patients may have been well informed ab...

In Neck and Back Problems Jan de Vries deals with many of the most common problems relating to the spine. Drawing on his own vast experience of helping patients overcome their suffering and on various case histories, this book contains practical advice for those millions who endure the agony of backache. Simple exercises and remedies are outlined, together with proven hints towards self-treatment. Slipped discs, tennis elbow, 'whiplash', bursitis and problems with vertigo are all discussed...

The British Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists reveals that up to 90% of British people will undergo some type of foot problem during the course of their lives. Most foot-related problems stem from the daily wear and tear we inflict upon our feet, however some are caused by congenital malformations and disabilities. The unsung heroes of the human body, the feet are strong, mechanical structures with amazing capabilities and deserve to be worshipped and revered for the hard work they do....