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- Complementary and alternative medicine sourcebook : basic consumer health information about ayurveda, acupuncture, aromatherapy, chiropractic care, diet-based therapies, guided imagery, herbal and vitamin supplements, homeopathy, hypnosis, massage, meditation, naturopathy, Pilates, reflexology, reiki, shiatsu, tai chi, traditional Chinese medicine, yoga, and other complementary and alternative medical therapies ; along with statistics, tips for selecting a practitioner, treatments for specific health conditions, a glossary of related terms, and a directory of resources for additional help and information / by Sutton, Amy L.(CARDINAL)673092;
Includes bibliographical references and index.What is complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)? -- Common questions and answers about CAM -- The use of CAM in the United States -- CAM use and children -- CAM use in older adults -- Health care providers and CAM -- Insurance issues and paying for CAM treatment -- Health fraud awareness -- Use caution buying medical products online -- What are whole medical systems? -- Ayurvedic medicine -- Other indigenous medical systems -- Acupuncture -- Homeopathy -- Naturopathy -- Questions and answers about dietary supplements -- Botanical dietary supplements -- Using dietary supplements wisely -- Adolescents and supplement use -- Tips for older dietary supplement users -- Vitamin A and carotenoids -- Vitamin B₆ -- Vitamin B₁₂ -- Vitamin D -- Vitamin E -- Folate (Folic acid) -- Magnesium -- Omega-3 fatty acid supplements -- Selenium -- Bone and joint health supplements -- Immune system support supplements -- Mood and brain health supplements -- Probiotics: supplements for gastrointestinal health -- Sports and energy supplements -- Supplements used for weight loss -- Biologically based therapies: an overview -- Apitherapy -- Aromatherapy and essential oils -- Diet-based therapies -- Oxygen therapy -- Mind-body medicine: an overview -- Art therapy -- Biofeedback -- Deep breathing exercises -- Feng shui -- Guided imagery and hypnosis -- Meditation -- Music therapy -- Prayer and spirituality -- Relaxation training -- Tai chi -- Yoga -- Other mind-body medicine therapies -- Manipulative and body-based therapies: an overview -- Alexander technique -- Aquatic therapy (Hydrotherapy) -- Chiropractic care and osteopathic manipulation -- Craniosacral therapy -- Feldenkrais method -- Massage therapy -- Pilates -- Qigong -- Reflexology -- Structural integration techniques -- Other manipulative and body-based therapies -- Energy medicine: an overview -- Magnet therapy -- Polarity therapy -- Reiki -- Shiatsu -- Therapeutic touch -- Other energy-based therapies -- Arthritis and CAM -- Asthma, allergies, and CAM -- Cancer and CAM -- Cognitive decline and CAM -- Diabetes and CAM -- Fibromyalgia and CAM -- Headache and CAM -- Heart disease and chelation therapy -- Hepatitis C and CAM -- Hormones, CAM, and aging -- Infertility and CAM -- Low back pain and CAM -- Menopausal symptoms and CAM -- Mental health care and CAM -- Sleep disorders and CAM -- Glossary of terms related to alternative and complementary medicine -- Directory of organizations that provide information about alternative and complementary medicine."Provides basic consumer health information about alternative and complementary medical therapies, including treatments for specific diseases and conditions. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--Provided by publisher.- Subjects: Alternative medicine;
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- Stand up paddleboarding / by Stehlik, Robert,author.;
Table of Contents -- Introduction -- Part 1 - Before You Get Your Feet Wet. -- Chapter 1 - What'SUP? Paddling While Standing up through History -- Chapter 2 - Choosing the Right Board for Your Adventure -- Chapter 3 - Shopping for SUP Gear -- Chapter 4 - Paddle Perfection: Finding a Match to Propel You Forward -- Chapter 5 - Safety Dance: Take a Chance, but Don't Leave the World Behind -- Chapter 6 - Shielding Yourself from the Elements -- Chapter 7 - Preparing for the Big Blue -- Chapter 8 - Before You Jump In -- Part 2 - Get Up, Stand Up -- Chapter 9 - Stand Up Comedy: Your First Balancing Act -- Chapter 10 - Avoiding the Most Common Rookie Mistakes -- Part 3 - Leveling Up: From Wobbly Novice to Zen Waterman -- Chapter 11 - So You're No Longer a Beginner -- Chapter 12 - The Need for Speed: Getting into SUP Racing and Endurance Paddling -- Chapter 13 - Conquering the Waves: SUP Surfing Technique -- Part 4 - The SUP Lifestyle -- Chapter 14 - The Unexpected Health Benefits of SUP -- Chapter 15 - Finding Your Paddle Tribe: Enjoying the Sport Socially -- Chapter 16 - SUP Racing: Going for the (Olympic) Gold -- Chapter 17 - Taking Care of Your Board: Maintenance and Repair -- Chapter 18 - SUPer Adventures: Paddle Adventure Guide -- Part 5 - The Part of Tens -- Chapter 19 - Ten Things to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Stand Up Paddleboard -- Chapter 20 - Ten (Plus One) Tips to Go Faster -- Chapter 21 - Ten Ways to Deal with (or Prevent) Injuries -- Chapter 22 - Ten Ways to Enjoy SUP -- Chapter 23 - School Smarts: Ten Resources for Learning More - Appendix - SUP Lingo For Dummies - IndexLooking for a way to get some exercise out on the water and have a blast while you're at it? Then it's time to try stand up paddleboarding! Stand Up Paddleboarding For Dummies walks you through absolutely everything you need to know to get started with this fun, exciting, and healthy activity. It's packed with illustrations, graphics, and easy-to-understand tips that make it a snap to do everything from choosing your first board to respecting the marine life you'll see while you're in the water. This book will prepare you for your new hobby so you can feel safe, knowledgeable, and comfortable with the ins and outs of this rapidly growing sport. You'll also find: essential safety tips, including how to maintain your balance on the board and helpful stretches you can do before and after your next stand up paddleboarding session; a list of common rookie mistakes--and how to avoid them--so you can get a head start on your new pastime; equipment basics that will help you choose the gear that's right for you on your first try. Stand Up Paddleboarding For Dummies is a great book for people ready to take on a cool and healthy new activity, as well as the perfect gift for that active and fun-loving person in your life who can't get enough of being out on the water.- Subjects: Self-instructional works.; Introductory works.; Guidebooks.; Stand-up paddle surfing.; Aquatic sports.; Outdoor recreation.;
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