Sunday, January 4, 2009

Cancer Fitness or Mother Natures Herbal

Cancer Fitness

Author: Anna L Schwartz

Increase your survival odds by creating and following an exercise program that counteracts the side effects of your treatment, speeds your recovery, and reduces your risk of recurrence.

Most cancer patients and survivors think that "rest" will decrease their fatigue and speed their recovery. But in fact, rest can make patients weak and debilitated during treatment and may prolong hospitalization. Based on Dr. Anna Schwartz's research and her life's work as a nurse and a coach, Cancer Fitness offers cancer patients and survivors comprehensive advice and an easy step-by-step program to begin improving their physical and emotional health and reclaiming their lives beyond cancer.

Through exercise, patients will regain some control over their body, manage side effects more successfully, and increase their body's ability to heal. Cancer Fitness provides clear directions to safely start an exercise program, and the tools to make exercise a long-lasting lifestyle change to heal body and soul.

Library Journal

Cancer survivor and record-holding bicyclist Schwartz (nursing, Univ. of Washington) has written an informative guide that details the physical and mental benefits of exercise before, during, and after cancer. Following a review of the science behind her book (including selected references), she clearly and concisely explains how and when to start exercising and presents examples of safe and effective aerobic and strength-building exercises designed for both men and women, young and old. She also emphasizes the long-term benefits of continued exercise, discusses managing recurrent cancer and the side effects of treatment, and explains clinical trials. Including a foreword by Lance Armstrong, this unique guide is highly recommended for all public, consumer health, and nursing collections.-Howard Fuller, Stanford Health Lib., Palo Alto, CA Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.



Table of Contents:

Contents

Foreword by Lance Armstrong

Introduction: X Marks the spot: A Personal Perspective on Cancer and Exercise

Chapter 1. Cancer and Exercise: What Does the Science Show?

Chapter 2. The Basics of Exercise During Treatment

Chapter 3. Managing Your Side Effects

Chapter 4. Setting Goals for a Lifetime of Exercise

Chapter 5. Cancer Fitness Fundamentals

Chapter 6. Cancer Fitness Aerobic Exercise Program

Chapter 7. Athletes: Create Your Own Exercise Program

Chapter 8. The Core of Resistance Exercise

Chapter 9. Cancer Fitness Resistance Exercise Program

Chapter 10. The Unthinkable: Recurrent Cancer and Exercise

Chapter 11. Realizing Your Potential

Appendix. Clinical Trials Research: Advancing Our Understanding of Science

Other Resources for Support and Information

Glossary

Suggested Reading

The Lance Armstrong Foundation

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Mother Nature's Herbal: A Complete Guide for Experiencing the Beauty, Knowledge & Synergy of Everything That Grows

Author: Judith Griffin

Due to overwhelming demand since its debut ten years ago, this beloved guide to the herbal wisdom of Mother Nature is back! With ancient folklore, simple instructions for growing an herb garden, and recipes from around the world, Mother Nature's Herbal is hands-down the most unique, thoughtful, and comprehensive guide to growing and preparing herbs.

Divided into useful sections and graced with charming illustrations, this book is the perfect addition to any budding herbalist's kitchen counter. Part one presents a rich tapestry of centuries-old customs, recipes, and mythology from various cultures, including Native American, South American, Asian, Mediterranean, medieval, colonial, and more.

Part two explains how to grow and use your own organic herbs. Make them thrive with tips on tending the soil, guarding against pests, and keeping your plants healthy. Once you've harvested your herbs, experiment with an assortment of recipes for foods, teas, tonics, ointments, and medicines. Explore the magical benefits of herbs, and enjoy invigorated health and a rejuvenated spirit!



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