gleaner June 2012 - Health

Baby: A portrait of the amazing first two years of life

Desmond Morris

Hamlyn, PB, 9780600623892

Babies are amazing, with incredible potential for growth and extraordinary powers of development. Desmond Morris's visually stunning and thought-provoking book sets out the astonishing facts to make you marvel at the complexity of the human body and a baby's ability to achieve so much in so little time. Covering learning and physical, emotional and social progress in the first two years ... More/Buy

Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History

Florence Williams

Text Publishing, PB, 9781921922640

As part of the research for this book, science journalist Florence Williams underwent tests on her own breasts and breast milk. She was shocked to learn that she was feeding her baby not just milk but also fire retardants and a whole host of other chemicals, all ingested throughout her life and stored in her breast tissue. At its heart, Breasts: ... More/Buy

CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet

Manny Noakes, Peter Clifton

Penguin, PB, 9780143004141

How many diets have you tried that haven't worked for you? The Total Wellbeing Diet, developed by Australia's CSIRO, is not just another diet, it's a long-term healthy eating plan that can make you feel great. The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet can really work, helping you lose weight permanently by keeping you satisfied and giving you more energy. With over 100 ... More/Buy

The DASH Diet Action Plan: Proven to Boost Weight Loss and Improve Health

Marla Heller

Grand Central Publishing, HB, 9781455512805

Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat and nonfat dairy, lean meats, fish, beans and nuts, DASH is grounded in healthy eating principles that lower blood pressure; reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some types of cancer; and support reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. No diet has a medical pedigree like DASH and this book is a simple, ... More/Buy

Eating for Two: The Complete Guide to nutrition during Pregnancy and beyond

Annabel Karmel

Ebury Press, HB, 9780091938796

Every mum-to-be wants to know that she's're eating the right things for herself and her baby. Nutrition is vital during pregnancy, and there's a huge amount of conflicting advice out there. For the first time, child nutrition expert Annabel Karmel brings her food knowledge and experience to expectant mothers, guiding you through each stage of your pregnancy and offering tips and ... More/Buy

The Green Smoothie Bible: Super-Nutritious Drinks to Lose Weight, Boost Energy & Feel Great 300 Delicious Recipes

Kristine Miles

Ulysses Press, PB, 9781569759745

Getting your recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables is a common struggle–but it doesn’t have to be. Introducing The Green Smoothie Bible, featuring 300 of the fastest and easiest recipes that will dramatically increase the amount of nutrients your body takes in while improving your health and well-being. Delivering a bigger punch than your average smoothie, green smoothies are heavy ... More/Buy

Kiss That Frog!: 12 Great Ways to Turn Negatives into Positives in Your Life and Work

Brian Tracy

Hodder, PB, 9781444757798

Kiss That Frog! contains a series of practical, proven, easy-to-apply ideas and strategies that anyone can use to change their thinking from negative to positive.The ideas in this book are based on more than 100 years of writing and research in psychology and psychotherapy and are presented in an easily digestible form that goes directly to the root of the reasons ... More/Buy

Therapeutic Storytelling: 101 Healing Stories for Children

Susan Perrow

Hawthorn Press, PB, 9781907359156

Susan Perrow passionately believes that 'stories know the way'. Working with imaginative journeys and the mystery and magic of metaphor, she has developed the art of therapeutic storytelling for children's challenging behaviour and difficult situations. She offers a tried and tested method for creating a unique story for a child. This treasury of 101 new healing stories address a range of ... More/Buy

What Happens Now?: The essential book for first-time fathers

Nick Carr

Acer Press, PB, 9781742860589

Expecting your first baby is wonderful, perplexing and at times downright terrifying. Behind the brave face, a lot of first-time dads can become confused and frustrated, and are often left scratching their heads, wondering why it’s not quite working the way they expected it to. If this is you, relax, sit back and dip into this book. Nick Carr is a ... More/Buy