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Chia and Quinoa: Superfoods for Health - Paperback

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by Manju Nehra (Author), Suresh Kumar Gahlawat (Author)Quinoa and chia are recognized among consumers worldwide due to the wide variety of nutrients each crop provides for healthy living. These cereal crops contain bioactive compounds, are gluten-free proteins, and provide essential vitamins and minerals. Both quinoa and chia are extraordinarily adaptable to various agroecological zones and highly suited to climate change and harsh environments. Quinoa is expanding in underdeveloped countries...

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by Jaxson Peterson (Editor)The branch of biology which focuses on the immune system of various organisms is termed as immunology. It involves the process of charting, measuring and contextualizing the physiological functioning of the immune system in states of both health and disease. The chemical, physical, and physiological characteristics of the components of the immune system are also studied under it. The discipline of immunology can be broadly categorized into classical immunology, clin...

Realidad De La Diabetes: La Solución Está En Tus Manos Para Médicos, Educadores Y Especialistas En El Área - Paperback

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by Mario Eduardo Martinez Sánchez (Author)Uniéndonos a los esfuerzos de la OMS, hemos integrado la información sobre el panorama epidemiológico de la diabetes, la importancia del Programa de Educación en Salud y Nutrición de la Fundación EDUSANU para la prevención de la diabetes y los programas internacionales y nacionales contra la diabetes esperando que sea de utilidad para los médicos, las autoridades de salud, educativas y deportivas, los investigadores y la sociedad en general, en la luc...

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If Your Mouth Could Talk: An In-Depth Guide to Oral Health and Its Impact on Your Entire Life - Hardcover

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by Kami Hoss (Author)USA TODAY AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER You've heard the advice: If you want to live longer, eat healthy foods and exercise daily. But there's a third piece of the puzzle, and it can add 10 to 15 years to your life.It's been right under your nose this whole time--literally. Your mouth is the gateway to your body and is the most critical organ for improving your health, from childhood onward. Everything in the human life cycle is related to the mouth: fertility, child...

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Designing Interventions to Promote Community Health: A Multilevel, Stepwise Approach - Paperback

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by Leslie Ann Lytle (Author)This book articulates a clear four-phase process for planning, creating, implementing, and evaluating multilevel community health promotion interventions using a framework focusing on determinants from the individual, physical, and social environments. It breaks down each phase into detailed yet easy-to-follow steps that review important procedures, like identifying a behaviorally based problem within a community, choosing the underlying behavioral determinants to...

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by Lauren Candies Tarpley (Author)One out of every two people in the U.S. will get cancer in their lifetime. Being a type A personality, Lauren sat down to write a highly informative yet personable book to help others navigate their diagnosis, to try to give them back a little bit of power and be able to advocate for themselves. She talks about all the things she wishes she'd known about what patients go through after receiving a cancer diagnosis. She provides tips for every step of the proce...

Eye Care: Revolutionary Guide to Natural Healing & Solution to Problems Preventing a Clear Eye Vision (Causes, Types, Prevention, Treatment, Interract - Paperback

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by Grace Allen (Author)The eye is an organ that reacts to light and allows vision; the cells in the retina that allows mindful light belief are, which also enables eyesight, including color differentiation and the understanding of depth. The eye can differentiate between about 10 million colors and has the capacity to detect an individual photon. This book is aimed at providing natural solution to eye problems. In this book; you would learn the fundamental causes of eye problems, eye infectio...

Acupuncture: Users Guide for Healing Diseases naturally Natural Medicine for Treating & Healing Diseases - Paperback

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by Grace Allen (Author)Did you ever wonder how acupuncture works? This book strips away the mystery. Each acupuncture point has unique functions, which are explained in plain English for the non-acupuncturist.Acupuncture functions by stimulating the discharge of endorphins, your body's natural pain-relieving chemicals, it also affects the autonomic nervous system and the release of chemicals that regulate blood circulation and pressure, reduces swelling, and calm the mind.Acupuncture is a reg...

Gua Sha: Practical Guide to Unlock the Secret Of Modern Beauty By Fighting The Signs Of Aging Naturally Along-with a Healthy Immune System, Natural Fa - Paperback

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by Adams David (Author)Are you aware of the fact that Gua-sha is supposed to handle stagnant energy, called chi; professionals believe that this "chi" is responsible for swellings in any part of the body; swelling is the reason behind several conditions associated with chronic pain. Massaging the skin's surface is considered to help split up this energy, reduce irritation, and promote recovery.As many out there will ask, what's the true definition of Gua-sha? Gua-sha is a part of traditional ...

The Family Caregiver: A Survival Guide to Navigating the Healthcare System, Advocating for Your Loved One, and Remembering to Breathe - Paperback

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by Stephanie A. Kennan (Author)An award-winning authority on the healthcare system in the United States, and a daughter who managed her mother's care for years, Stephanie A. Kennan is uniquely positioned to present this book. Combining anecdotes from her own experiences with the policy overviews and hard-to-find details that can be crucial, Kennan weaves together a guide to fulfilling the role of family caregiver. With empathy as well as an expert's grasp of the facts, Kennan's book will help...

Geriatrics Medicine: Assessment and Intervention - Hardcover

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by Benjamin Thornberg (Editor)Geriatrics medicine is a branch of a medical specialty that focuses on the health and care of elderly people. It deals with treating and preventing diseases and disabilities in elderly people in order to promote their health. Geriatric medicine is different from standard adult medicine as it focuses on the unique needs of the older adult. Various sub-specialty such as cardiogeriatrics, geriatrics dentistry, geriatrics dermatology and geriatrics diagnostic imaging...

Advances in Gerontology Research - Hardcover

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by Riley Carter (Editor)The study of social, cultural, psychological, cognitive and biological aspects of aging is known as gerontology. It traces the progressive changes that take place in a cell, a tissue, an organ system and a total organism, with the passage of time. Geriatrics is a subset of gerontology that is concerned with the prevention and treatment of diseases in older people. Gerontology has various sub-fields such as biogerontology, social gerontology, environmental gerontology a...

Geriatrics: Health and Wellbeing of Older Adults - Hardcover

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by Mason Button (Editor)The branch of medicine which focuses on elderly people is termed as geriatric medicine or geriatrics. An elderly body's needs are different from other adults due to physiological differences. Geriatric medicine helps in distinguishing between the effects of aging and diseases. There are a few major categories of impairments which are seen in elderly people, and which are managed under geriatrics. These are known as geriatric giants. A few of them are incontinence, impa...

Gerontology: A Clinical Approach - Hardcover

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by Riley Carter (Editor)Gerontology deals with the scientific study of old age, the process of ageing, and the particular problems of old people. It focuses on the biological, psychological, cognitive, cultural and social aspects of ageing. Some of its subfields are biogerontology, social gerontology, environmental gerontology and jurisprudential gerontology. Biogerontology is associated with the biological aging process and its evolutionary origins. Social gerontology is a specialization in ...

Essentials of Implant Dentistry - Hardcover

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by Preston Bailey (Editor)Dentistry is a branch of medicine that deals with the study, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the oral cavity. The surgical component which interfaces with the bone of the jaw or skull in order to support a dental prosthesis is known as dental implant. Modern dental implants are based on a biological process named as osseointegration. It is used to tightly fuse the bone to the surface of certain materials such as titanium and ceramics....

Dermatology: Principles and Practice - Hardcover

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by Heidi Mueller (Editor)The branch of medical science which deals with the functions and structures of skin, nails, and hair, as well as their diseases, is referred to as dermatology. It includes both medications and surgeries. Various fields of dermatology include cosmetic dermatology, dermatopathology, immunodermatology, Mohs surgery, pediatric dermatology and dermatoepidemiology. Major therapies provided under the field of dermatology include excision and treatment of skin cancer, and cry...

New Insights Into Intensive Care Medicine - Hardcover

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by Neil Perry (Editor)Intensive care medicine deals with the diagnosis and treatment of critically ill patients that need advanced monitoring and life saving support. Its diagnosis and treatment are carried out in special intensive care units within the hospital. Some of the equipment used in such units are ventricular assist devices, hemodynamic and cardiac monitoring systems, intra-aortic balloon pumps, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation circuits, continuous renal replacement equipment, et...

Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetes and Its Complications - Hardcover

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by Roy Marcus Cohn (Editor)Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders wherein the blood sugar level is high over a prolonged period of time. Some of its major symptoms are increased thirst, frequent urination and increased appetite. It can cause a large number of complications, if it is not treated in a timely manner. A few of such complications are diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, stroke, chronic kidney disease, cognitive impairment and damage to the eyes. The diagnos...

Helicobacter Pylori in Human Diseases - Hardcover

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by Emma O'Neill (Editor)Helicobacter pylori is a gram-negative microaerophilic bacterium that is found in the stomach. It is associated with gastric ulcers, chronic gastritis, duodenal ulcers and stomach cancer. Almost 85% of the people infected by H. pylori do not experience symptoms and complications. Acute cases of infection may present themselves as an acute gastritis with nausea or abdominal pain. These symptoms may progress into chronic gastritis, nonulcer dyspepsia, nausea, stomach pai...

Clinical Companion for Maternity and Newborn Health - Hardcover

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by Nicole McConnell (Editor)A number of complications can arise during pregnancy, childbirth and in the postpartum period. Most pregnant women experience at least one health problem in the immediate postpartum period. Women also report long-term health problems after pregnancy. Maternal mortality is associated with the occurrence of maternal bleeding, obstructed labor, hypertensive diseases of pregnancy, etc. Pregnant women are more susceptible to developing infections. This is due to an incr...

Obstetrics: Maternal-Fetal Medicine - Hardcover

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by Rosa Horton (Editor)Obstetrics is the branch of medicine which specializes in the care of women during gestation and childbirth. The field encompasses both prenatal and postnatal care of the mother and the infant. Fetal screening helps to assess the viability of the fetus and investigate the presence of any congenital abnormalities. Other methods such as nonstress test, fetal karyotype, fetal haematocrit and oxytocin challenge test are used for fetal assessment. In case of fetal distress, ...

Hpv Infections: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment - Hardcover

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by Frank Reese (Editor)The infection caused by the DNA virus human papillomavirus is known as human papillomavirus infection. A variety of causes that lead to this infection have been identified. Some of these are smoking, early age sexual intercourse, many sexual partners and poor immune system functioning. Some of the clinical symptoms related to this infection are warts and precancerous lesions. These lesions increase the risk of cervix, vagina, mouth, vulva and anus cancer. Various diagno...

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by Cameron Harris (Editor)Infectious diseases are caused when disease-causing agents invade the body tissue of an organism. These agents multiply and release toxins that cause infections within the body and the host tissues react against them. Infectious diseases are also known as transmissible or communicable diseases as they are caused by the biological pathogens which are easily transmitted to others. The infectious agents that cause these diseases include viruses, fungi, bacteria, parasit...

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Pelvic Yoga Therapy for the Whole Woman: A Professional Guide - Paperback

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by Cheri Dostal Ryba (Author), Shelly Prosko (Foreword by), Evelyn Rosario Andry (Illustrator)Focusing on women's pelvic health through yoga therapy, this evidence-based resource covers the intersections of biomechanics, self-study through yoga philosophy, emotional resilience, pain science and dynamic strategies for pelvic embodiment. Integrating pedagogical frameworks that differentiate yoga therapy from pelvic floor physical therapy, the book demonstrates how they can work together by incl...

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by Augustus Drew (Editor)Epigenetics is the study that deals with the heritable phenotype changes which do not involve changes in DNA sequence. Epigenetics usually shows changes that affect the activity of gene and expression but are also used to describe any heritable phenotypic change. Epigenetics in medicine consists of the use of drugs and epigenome influencing techniques in order to treat medical conditions. Epigenetic mechanisms have three categories - DNA methylation, histone modificat...

Clinical Microbiology: A Practical Approach - Hardcover

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by Erika Tanner (Editor)Clinical microbiology is the discipline of medical science that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Numerous clinical applications of microbes for better health are studied in this domain. Clinical microbiology is also characterized as one of the largest sub-fields of microbiology that is applied to medicine. This field commonly focuses on the treatment of infection caused by various bacteria, fungus, viruses and parasites. The tr...

Essentials of Peritoneal Dialysis - Hardcover

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by Abigail Lloyd (Editor)Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a dialysis technique in which the peritoneum is used as the membrane for the exchange of fluid and dissolved substances with blood. It is performed in individuals with kidney failure, to sustain the continued removal of excess fluid and toxins. It affords better tolerability and greater flexibility in people with heart disease. In peritoneal dialysis, a solution made of hydrogen carbonate, sodium chloride and an osmotic agent is introduced ...

Nephrology: Clinical Developments - Hardcover

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by Adriana Jones (Editor)Nephrology is a specialty of medicine and pediatrics that is concerned with the study of kidneys. It focuses on the study of normal kidney function and kidney diseases, the treatment of kidney disease and preservation of kidney health. Systemic conditions such as autoimmune disease and diabetes are also studied in nephrology. It also includes the study of systemic diseases that occur due to kidney disease including renal osteodystrophy and hypertension. The diagnosis ...

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Duel Without End: Mankind's Battle with Microbes - Hardcover

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by Stig S. Frøland (Author), John Irons (Translator)From the bubonic plague to theoretical pathogens on other worlds, a sweeping look at the past, present, and future of mass infections--and how we battle them. In this panoramic and up-to-date account, we learn how the Black Death, smallpox, the 1918 influenza pandemic, and other great epidemics have not only led to enormous suffering and mass death but have also contributed to the fall of empires and changed the course of history. We also d...

The Ultimate BMAT Collection: 5 Books In One, Over 2500 Practice Questions & Solutions, Includes 8 Mock Papers, Detailed Essay Plans, BioMedical Admis - Paperback

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by Matthew Williams (Author), Uniadmissions (Contribution by), Rohan Agarwal (Author)The Ultimate BMAT Collection is your Complete Collection to achieving top scores on the BioMedical Admissions Test. The Ultimate BMAT Collection includes: FIVE of our best selling BMAT books in ONE volume Written by BMAT Specialists, doctors and medical tutors who have scored in the top 10% of the BMAT providing time-saving tips and strategies to help you use the BMAT to get in to your dream courses at Oxford...

Psychology Confidential: A Crazy Professor Tells Almost All the Adventures and Misadventures of His Life in Psychology - Paperback

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by John E. Martin (Author)Have you ever wondered about ANYTHING to do with psychology?Sure you have.Psychology Confidential is an opportunity to plunge deep into the world of psychology through the intimate, humorous and uniquely informed perspective of Dr. John Martin. In stories, anecdotes, tales and adventures taken from his own life and career, Dr. John provides readers with insights on the curious, sometimes crazy, findings and people of psychology (including himself!), his world travels...

Digital Connection in Health and Social Work: Perspectives from Covid-19 - Paperback

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by Denise Turner (Editor), Michael Fanner (Editor)This book focusses on the move to digitally mediated forms of teaching, learning and practice during Covid-19 and offers a series of case studies which showcase positive practices during this time. Education, Health and Social Work services have all been at the forefront of national debate since the first UK lockdown in March 2020. Schools, Colleges and Higher Education institutions moved rapidly to online delivery, with educators, parents, p...