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People have more access to medical information than ever before with an abundance of printed and online resources, and yet we still believe "facts" about our bodies and sexuality that are just plain wrong. Don't Put That in There! takes on these myths and misconceptions, and exposes the truth behind some of those weird and worrisome things we think about our bodies, such as:•The average penis size is seven inches•Squeezing breasts is all fun and games•You shou...

The ultimate myth-busting collection of quirky and curious facts about your body and healthIn 2009, Drs. Aaron E. Carroll and Rachel C. Vreeman explored a wide range of myths and misconceptions about our bodies and health in the media sensation, Don't Swallow Your Gum!, featured on The Dr. Oz Show, CNN, and in The New York Times, USA Today, and more.Now, they're delving into a whole new collection of myths based on the latest scientific research, in...

" The Bad Food Bible knocks down a number of nutrition myths . . . [Carroll] closes the book with nine common-sense rules for healthy eating." — The Wall Street JournalAdvice about food can be confusing. There's usually only one thing experts can agree on: some ingredients—often the most enjoyable ones—are bad for you, full stop. But as physician and popular New York Times contributor Aa...

You'll love this new way to look from your own eyes.

Men with big feet have big penisesYou should drink at least eight glasses of water a daySugar makes kids hyperEating at night makes you fatChewing gum stays in your stomach for seven yearsYou lose 40% of your body heat through your headEvery day, you hear or think things about your body and health that are just not true. Maybe you saw them on TV, read them in magazines or heard them from friends (or even a doctor). This book is for anyone who has ...

What happens when objects behave unexpectedly or fail to do what they ‘should’? Who defines failure? Is failure always bad? Rather than viewing concepts such as failure, incoherence or incompetence as antithetical to social life, this innovative new book examines the unexpected and surprising ways in which failure can lead to positive and creative results. Combining both theoretical and ethnographic approaches to failure, The Material Culture of Failure explores how failure manifests itsel...

Medical Materialities investigates possible points of cross-fertilisation between medical anthropology and material culture studies, and considers the successes and limitations of both sub-disciplines as they attempt to understand places, practices, methods, and cultures of healing. The editors present and expand upon a definition of ‘medical materiality’, namely the social impact of the agency of often mundane, at times non-clinical, materials within contexts of health and illnes...

The issue of psychological security within an increasingly unstable, interconnected world has become a defining challenge of modern individual and cultural life. The terror attacks of September 11, 2001 and the global financial crisis that unfolded in 2008 have intensified a sense of global and personal insecurity. This concern with psychological insecurity is reflected in contemporary culture, politics, the business world, consumer behavior, the arts, and other areas.Within this c...

Physician and popular New York Times Upshot contributor Aaron Carroll mines the latest evidence to show that many “bad” ingredients actually aren’t unhealthy, and in some cases are essential to our well-being.Advice about food can be confusing. There’s usually only one thing experts can agree on: some ingredients—often the most enjoyable ones—are bad for you, full stop. But as Aaron Carroll explains, these oversimplifications are both wrong and dangerous: ...

In the annals of history, the lives of saints and heroes shine as beacons of faith, courage, and sacrifice. From the early martyrs of the Roman Empire to the valiant knights of the Middle Ages, these extraordinary individuals have left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire and uplift. In "Saints and Heroes to the End of the Middle Ages," renowned author George Hodges presents a captivating narrative that brings these legendary figures to life. Through vivid storytelling and meticulo...

Reading should be fun, not stressful. Inside this anthology you'll find eight stories of fantasy shops filled with warm feelings and happy endings. From potions to tea to B&Bs, each of these stories offers cozy tales of friendship, adventure, or romance. Perfect for a cold night by a warm fire, or an restful day at the beach, Little Shops of Wonders from Worlds Redeemed is the perfect cozy anthology for a relaxing read.

What do a half fey, a WWII medic, superheroes, adventurers, and assassins have in common? They're all male healers. Underrepresented and underappreciated, these heroic healers star in nine original stories from Worlds Redeemed. Whether set in an alternate history, a modern urban metropolis, or a magical fantasy world, these healers demonstrate heroism, hope, and healing to everyone they meet. Fun, exciting, and uplifting, Holding out for a Healer is the fantasy anthology you didn't know yo...