The editors of Men's Fitness magazine and a distinguished 22-member editorial board present the ultimate reference for men seeking to maximize all aspects of their well-being--physical, emotional and psychological. Specific ways to maintain good health and prevent disease are stressed in each chapter, and numerous sidebars, charts and self-tests make the information very accessible.

In North America, some eighty-eight million boomers are facing the physical and personal challenges of midlife. But midlife can also be a time of tremendous vitality, confidence, and joy. In this comprehensive guide, three experts in midlife health draw on interviews, the latest research, and their own expertise to help men, women, and couples on the journey from midlife turbulence to midlife mastery. The Healthy Boomer provides easy-to-use decision-making tools, accurate information, and practical advice on such topics as: The male and female menopause; how to make a decision about hormone replacement therapy; alternative health care; preventing heart disease, cancer, and osteoporosis; prostate health and impotence; healthy relationships and great sex in midlife; anti-aging techniques; weight control, exercise, and healthy eating; the importance of spiritual well-being; handling midlife stress; what to do if you can't remember names any more. For the many North American boomers who are experiencing midlife challenges, The Healthy Boomer is required and reassuring reading.

Designed to be the first place men can turn to when any question about their health arises, this comprehensive reference covers a wealth of men's health topics, from conditions to tests, from treatments to medicine, addressing the most relevant topics in a straightforward, candid, and thorough way. 15 line drawings.

Provides information on health-related topics, exercise, diet, and personal grooming

Everything you need to make yoga an integral part of your health and well-being If you want to incorporate yoga into your daily routine or ramp up what you're already doing, Yoga All-In-One For Dummies is the perfect resource! This complete compendium of six separate titles features everything you need to improve your health and peace of mind with yoga, and includes additional information on, stretching, meditation, adding weights to your yoga workouts, and power yoga moves. Yoga has been shown to have numerous health benefits, ranging from better flexibility and athletic performance to lowered blood pressure and weight loss. For those who want to take control of their health and overall fitness, yoga is the perfect practice. With Yoga All-In-One For Dummies, you'll have everything you need to get started and become a master of even the toughest yoga poses and techniques. Find out how to incorporate yoga to foster health, happiness, and peace of mind Get a complete resource, featuring information from six titles that are packed with tips Use companion workout videos to help you master various yoga poses and techniques that are covered in the book Utilize tips in the book to increase balance, range of motion, flexibility, strength, and overall fitness Take a deep breath and dive into Yoga All-In-One For Dummies to find out how you can improve your health and your happiness by incorporating yoga into your daily routine.

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.

You are in a hurry to see the doctor? The doctor too, is pressed for time; the waiting room is full and time is of the essence. Under the pressure, you forget to ask the questions or seek further advice that you have been meaning to ask! Be prepared for your next visit, take 50 plus one Questions to Ask Your Doctor to the doctor's office with you as a reminder of what you need to discuss. Important topics covered include: the importance of family history; advice for stopping smoking and excess eating and drinking; ways to handle declining health; concerns bout sexual relations and performance; the need for screening and early warning for cancer, diabetes and heart disease; how to recognize and dealwith depression; advice on sleeping disorders; questions every pediatrician wishes parents would ask; what drugs and prescriptions you may or may not need and more!