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October 2020

Healthy
Complete Diabetes Guide : Advice for Managing Type 2 Diabetes
by Karen Graham

Complete Diabetes Guide features essential information on underlying causes, clinical features, and effective management options and treatments along with personalized meal plans and lifestyle recommendations. This is a vital resource for anyone who has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or who is at risk of developing it.
COVID-19 : the pandemic that never should have happened and how to stop the next one
by Debora MacKenzie

In an accessible narrative, a veteran science journalist lays out the shocking story of how the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic happened and how to make sure this never happens again. 
How to Survive a Pandemic
by M.D. Greger, Michael

An earlier version of this book was previously published in 2006 under the title Bird flu by Lantern Books. This version is updated to reflect the events since then through 2020.
Mastering diabetes : the revolutionary method to reverse insulin resistance permanently in type 1, type 1.5, type 2, prediabetes, and gestational diabetes
by Cyrus Khambatta

As the creators of the extraordinary and effective Mastering Diabetes Method, Khambatta and Barbaro lay out a step-by-step plan proven to reverse insulin resistance-the root cause of blood glucose variability- while improving overall health and maximizing life expectancy. Armed with more than 800 scientific references and drawing on more than 36 years of personal experience living with type 1 diabetes themselves, the authors show how to eat large quantities of carbohydrate-rich whole foods like bananas, potatoes, and quinoa while decreasing blood glucose, oral medication, and insulin requirements. They also provide life-changing advice on intermittent fasting and daily exercise and offer tips on eating in tricky situations, such as restaurant meals and family dinners. Perhaps best of all: On the Mastering Diabetes Method, you will never go hungry.
This is your brain on food : an indispensable guide to the surprising foods that fight depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and more
by Uma Naidoo

A Harvard-trained psychiatrist, Cornell nutrition specialist and professional chef shares actionable dietary recommendations and brain-healthy recipes for foods that can support the treatments of common psychological and cognitive health challenges, from anxiety to sleep disorders.
Wealthy
Everyday millionaires : how ordinary people built extraordinary wealth--and how you can too
by Chris Hogan

The host of The Chris Hogan Show and best-selling author of Retire Inspired draws on an extensive study of more than 10,000 U.S. millionaires to outline everyday tools for achieving financial independence.
How I built this : the unexpected paths to success from the world's most inspiring entrepreneurs
by Guy Raz

A book based on the highly acclaimed NPR podcast How I Built This offers priceless insights and inspiration from the world’s top entrepreneurs on how to start, launch and build a successful venture. 
Wise
Adventures in opting out : a field guide to leading an intentional life
by Cait Flanders

Offers a guide to creating an intentional life that emphasises the beauty of the natural world, the importance of gaining new perspectives, the joys of real human connection, and the peace that comes from living in harmony with one's own values
The Courage to Be Happy : The Japanese Phenomenon That Shows You That True Contentment Is Within Your Power
by Ichiro Kishimi

This eye-opening and accessible follow-up to The Courage to Be Disliked shares the powerful teachings of Alfred Adler, one of the giants of nineteenth-century psychology, through another illuminating dialogue between the philosopher and the young man. Three years after their first conversation, the young man finds himself disillusioned and disappointed, convinced Adler's teachings only work in theory, not in practice. But through further discussions, the philosopher and the young man deepen their own understandings of Adler's powerful teachings and learn the tools needed to apply them to the chaos of everyday life.
Extraordinary Parenting : The Essential Guide to Parenting and Educating at Home
by Eloise Rickman

In this warm, accessible book, experienced parenting coach Eloise Rickman tells you everything you really need to know about parenting and educating your child at home. Whether you're planning to make a permanent move to homeschooling or you're temporarily balancing it alongside paid work, Extraordinary Parenting shows that you don't need a huge house, endless free time, or a host of expensive resources to unlock your child's potential.
The French art of not trying too hard
by Ollivier Pourriol

A lighthearted guide to success through relaxation counsels readers on how to embrace the French-culture principles of such legends as Descartes, Rodin and Cyrano for examples in laissez-faire parenting, seduction-free romance, chic style, haute cuisine and minimal-effort home cooking.
The hidden habits of genius : beyond talent, IQ, and grit--unlocking the secrets of greatness
by Craig M. Wright

The creator of Yale University's popular "Genius Course" examines how 14 key habits of genius, from curiosity and creative maladjustment to rebelliousness and obsession, have been effectively demonstrated by history's most influential and change-promoting intellectuals.
How to homeschool in Canada : a travel guide for your homeschooling journey
by Lisa Marie Fletcher

Gear Up For An Amazing Adventure. Have you decided to homeschool and aren't sure where to start? Are you overwhelmed by curriculum choices and trying to figure out exactly what you need to do?How to Homeschool in Canada is your travel guide to beginning this homeschooling journey with confidence.Within these pages you'll learn how to: pick a homeschooling method to best fit your family, choose curriculum, plan your homeschool year, find a routine that works for you, handle rough patches, keep your house clean, prioritize your responsibilities, homeschool multiple children. Homeschooling is a wonderful adventure. Having all the right tools and equipment will make it easier to enjoy the journey. If you are looking for a guide to illuminate your path, this is the book for you.
Medical Terminology for Dummies
by Beverley Henderson

Henderson and Dorsey show you the easiest way to remember unfamiliar, tongue-twisting words in the medical field. They break down the words you'll encounter in your medical terminology course, and help you master definitions, pronunciations, and applications across all medical fields.
When the World Feels Like a Scary Place : Essential Conversations for Anxious Parents & Worried Kids
by Ph.d Gewirtz, Abigail

Necessary and urgent, this resource, written by an expert child psychologist, brings solutions to raising engaged and confident kids in spite of the bad things happening in our world today. 
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