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Touch For Health: The Complete Edition
by John F. Thie and Matthew Thie (Spiral-bound - Oct 15, 2005).
With over 1/2 million copies in print since 1973, John Thie’s "Touch for Health" phenomenon has flourished worldwide to help more than 10 million people in over 40 countries restore their natural healing energies and enjoy vibrant health through his unique treatment of posture and muscle balancing that combines simple aspects of acupressure touch and massage. From this book, you will learn the techniques that chiropractors, alternative health specialists, athletic trainers, and massage therapists have found invaluable in preventive health-care treatment.
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Access to Health (MyHealthLab Series)
by Rebecca J. Donatelle and Patricia Ketcham (Paperback - Feb 3, 2007).
Often those interested in purchasing a general health book are overwhelmed by the medical jargon and size of the references that are on the shelves. And today, more emphasis is being placed on people to eat right, exercises properly and maintain their health. Access to Health provides readers with a comprehensive overview of all aspects affecting their health in this easy-to-understand guide. Key Topics: Readers will learn to develop healthy behaviors through a variety of practical activities and exercises. The first personal health book to include full chapter coverage of communication, violence, and addictions, this book provides additional assessments, maintains its contemporary focus and continues to emphasize current trends in personal health and their direct impact on the reader.
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Health Behavior and Health Education: Theory, Research, and Practice
by Karen Glanz, Barbara K. Rimer, and Frances Marcus Lewis (Hardcover - Sep 9, 2002).
Since it was first published more than a decade ago, Health Behavior and Health Education: Theory, Research, and Practice has become the leading resource in the field of health promotion and education. This thoroughly revised third edition provides a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of health behavior theories relevant to health education and includes the most current information on developments in theory, research, and practice.
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Health DVD Sampling |
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Eight Simple Qigong Exercises For Health - The Eight Pieces of Brocade
by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming (DVD - 2003).
In this best-selling video, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming instructs and demonstrates "the Eight Pieces of Brocade", one of the most popular sets of Chinese healing exercises. These gentle breathing, stretching and strengthening movements activate the Qi energy and blood circulation in your body, helping to stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and give you abundant energy. With both a sitting and standing set, anyone can practice these simple and effective exercises in as little as 15 -20 minutes a day.
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Nicholas Perricone: 7 Secrets of Beauty, Health and Longevity
Nicholas Perricone (DVD - 2007).
The 7 Secrets to Beauty, Health and Longevity is the culmination of an entire life time of work and research into why and how we age.
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Women's Health: Ultimate Fat Burn!
by Womens Health, et al. (DVD - 2007).
Want to burn fat, blast calories, and rev your metabolism? Developed by the editors of Women s Health Magazine, Ultimate Fat Burn slays up to 500 calories, here s how: This workout combines fun athletic drills, strength training, and high-impact cardio for a leaner, tighter, and slimmer body.
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Health Equipment Sampling |
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Omron HJ-112 Digital Premium Pedometer
The Omron HJ-112 Pocket Pedometer is an advanced, high-tech pedometer that--thanks to unique dual sensor technology--can be carried in your pocket or bag. Now you can just drop your pedometer in your purse to find out how much exercise you get in a typical day of work, errands, and other tasks. Of course, you can also attach it to your belt like a traditional pedometer.
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Omron HEM-780 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor with ComFit Cuff
Not only does the HEM-780 Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor utilize Omron's patented IntelliSense technology, but it also features the innovative Comfit Cuff. The ComFit Cuff is pre-formed for a quick and proper fit that is perfect for both medium and large-sized arms (nine to 17 inches). It's easy to apply the cuff to your arm without any assistance -- simply wrap the cuff around your arm and press start. In seconds your blood pressure and pulse are displayed on the large digital panel. Proven time and time again, Omron's IntelliSense technology ensures accurate, clinically-proven, and comfortable readings. And with a 90-memory recall with date and time stamp, you can track your blood pressure and pulse progress as your work towards a healthier lifestyle.
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Omron HBF-400 Body Fat Monitor and Scale
The Omron HBF-400 Fat Loss Monitor with Scale is the perfect way to track your weight loss goals, thanks to its fast, accurate measurement of weight, body fat percentage, and body mass index (BMI). Just step on the HBF-400 and in seconds you'll have much of the information that's vital to any weight loss or weight maintenance program.
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