November 2017 list by Tami Austin
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Bean to Bar Chocolate
by Megan Giller
A journey through Americas craft chocolate scene explains what to look for in a chocolate bar, explores food pairings, introduces more than a dozen artisanal chocolate makers, and presents recipes.
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The China Study
by T. Colin Campbell
This work presents the results of a large study of diet and death rates from cancer in adults across China and Taiwan and explains the study's significance and what it reveals about the implications of poor nutrition. While revealing that proper nutrition can have a dramatic effect on reducing and reversing these ailments as well as obesity, this text calls into question the practices of many of the current dietary programs, such as the Atkins diet, that enjoy widespread popularity in the West.
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The Conscious Caregiver: A Mindful Approach to Caring for Your Loved One Without Losing Yourself
by Linda Abbit
Linda Abbit, founder of Tender Loving Eldercare and a veteran of the caregiving industry, shares her advice on taking care of an older parent or loved one and how to handle everything that goes along with this dramatic life change. Conscious Caregiver teaches you how to navigate caring for your loved one, whether it's full-time in-house caregiving or hiring support from outside services. With information on how to talk to your loved ones about the situation, handle the emotional stress, stay financially secure, and take the time to care for yourself, this guide can help you care for your loved one and yourself at the same time.
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Homegrown & Handmade: A Practical Guide to More Self-Reliant Living
by Deborah Niemann
In this fully updated and revised edition of Homegrown and Handmade, Deborah shows how making things from scratch and growing some of your own food can help you eliminate artificial ingredients from your diet, reduce your carbon footprint, and create a more authentic life.
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Friendsgiving: Celebrate Your Family of Friends
by Alexandra Shytsman
A guide to hosting a stress-free, festive holiday gathering for family and friends provides menus that blend classic and internationally inspired foods, themed decorating tips, make-ahead suggestions and recommendations for vegan and gluten-free diets.
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The Hormone Myth: How Junk Science, Gender Politics & Lies About PMS Keep Women Down
by Robyn Stein DeLuca
Exposing the pervasive myths about women’s hormones, a thought-provoking exploration of women’s hormonal lives, from the initiation of menstruation through menopause, will help readers reject the negative stereotype of the hormone-crazed woman and gain an appreciation for women’s high-functioning and potential across their lifetime.
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The Practical Handbook of Homoeopathy
by Colin Griffith
Many people have found homoeopathic remedies to be safe and effective and want to know more, keen to take responsibility and participate in their own healing. This book provides the information required, explaining how homoeopathic remedies work, which treatments work for which ailments and when professional advice must be sought.
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Press Here Reflexology for Beginners: Foot Reflexology
by Stefanie Sabounchian
While the principles of reflexology are simple, the complexity of reflexology charts can be overwhelming for the beginner. Press Here! Reflexology for Beginners gives a clear understanding of where to find the reflex point on the foot, how it relates to the body, and how to apply the correct pressure for the strongest effect.
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Pretty Sick: The Beauty Guide for Women with Cancer
by Caitlin M. Kiernan
A veteran beauty industry insider presents the ultimate resource to looking your best during and after cancer treatment. A comprehensive guide beauty guide for women with cancer, covering every cosmetic issue, from skin care, to hair care, wig shopping, nail maintenance, makeup tricks, and much, much more.
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