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What happened to moderation? : a common-sense approach to improving our health and treating common illnesses in an age of extremes / Stephen C. Brewer ; foreword by Thomas G. McGinn.

Brewer, Stephen C., 1952- (author.). McGinn, Thomas G. (foreword.).

Summary:

"Experienced internist addresses his conviction that maintaining good health and wellbeing can be defeated by extreme and excessive exercising, strict and frustrating diets, and indiscriminate consumption of medications and supplements that can all have negative results. He recommends common-sense approaches to prevent and overcome common illnesses and suggests moderate practices to attain a healthier, happier life." -- Provided by publisher.

Record details

ISBN: 9781590794906
ISBN: 1590794907
Physical Description: xiii, 203 pages ; 23 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: New York : SelectBooks, [2019]
Copyright: ©2019

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 175-187) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Machine generated contents note: One. Lifestyle Choices -- Introduction -- 1. Attainable Health and Fitness Goals -- Isn't the sky the limit? -- 2. Exercising -- Which routines are best for my health? -- 3. Dietary Decisions -- Should I follow a strict diet to improve my health? -- 4. Vitamins, Minerals, and Other Dietary Supplements -- Are there some I should take regularly? -- 5. Alcohol -- What about the positive effects of drinking? -- 6. Cleanliness -- How important is it? -- 7. Boundaries -- What's wrong with protecting my personal space? -- 8. Meditation -- How long and how often should I meditate? -- Two. Making Decisions About the Diagnosis, Treatments, and Medications Used for Common Health Conditions -- 9. ADHD -- What happens when a child receives this diagnosis? -- 10. Antidepressants -- Why are there so many kinds? How bad are the side effects? -- 11. Digestive Disorders -- What are the best treatments? -- 12. Opiate Addiction Crisis -- Who is to blame? Should all opioid use end? -- 13. Menopause -- Is hormone replacement therapy the right path? -- 14. Sleep Aids -- Which one will work for me? Are they safe to take? -- Three. Environmental Toxins -- 15. Contaminants Around Us -- Which are the most dangerous? -- 16. Avoiding Toxins -- Vaccination controversy: Whose advice do we follow?.