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YOU: The Owner's Manual: An Insider's Guide to the Body that Will Make You Healthier and Younger
Michael F. Roizen , and Mehmet Oz Manufacturer: Collins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
Accessories: ASIN: 0060765313 Release Date: 2005-05-03 |
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If there ever was a pair of docs who can make the small intestine seem truly intriguing, here they are. Dr. Mehmet Oz is an alternative-medicine maverick and a cardiologist known to implement acupuncture during open-heart surgery. Dr. Michael Roizen developed the RealAge concept of calculating one's biological, as opposed to chronological, age. Here they've whipped up a witty guide to the workings of the entire body, appropriate not just for those who can't tell their pancreas from their pituitary. Even Cheers' Cliff Claven types who think they know it all will likely be humbled by the 50-question "body-quotient" quiz that starts off the book.With much sassy humor (they describe the adrenals as similar in shape to Mr. Potato Head's hat), they give a guided tour of the body's anatomy and major systems (hormonal, nervous, digestive, sensory, etc.) including plenty of fascinating trivia along the way. How often should you get your thyroid level checked? How much gas does the average person produce in a day? And, most important, how many times a year do most people have sex?? Drs. Oz and Roizen know. They also reveal plenty of bizarre (and potentially life-saving) facts such as this: If your earlobe has a prominent vertical wrinkle, it's likely that your arteries are aging faster than they ought to be. If only 8th-grade health class had been this fun.
The docs' main goal in presenting all this info is twofold: first, it's your body, so shouldn't you finally learn how it works? And, second, they want to help teach ways of preserving the body's health and youthfulness. To that end, they've included an "Owner's Manual Diet," a 10-day menu plan designed not for weight loss, but to make you feel "years younger." Its simple recipes are each meant to benefit a certain body system, such as Tomato Bruschetta, packed with the antioxidant lycopene, which has been proven to boost immunity. --Erica Jorgensen
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Between your full-length mirror and high-school biology class, you probably think you know a lot about the human body. While it's true that we live in an age when we're as obsessed with our bodies as we are with celebrity hairstyles, the reality is that most of us know very little about what chugs, churns, and thumps throughout this miraculous, scientific, and artistic system of anatomy. Yes, you've owned your skin-covered shell for decades, but you probably know more about your cell-phone plan than you do about your own body. When it comes to your longevity and quality of life, understanding your internal systems gives you the power, authority, and ability to live a healthier, younger, and better life.
You: The Owner's Manual challenges your preconceived notions about how the human body works and ages, then takes you on a tour through all of the highways, back roads, and landmarks inside of you. After taking a quiz that tests your body of knowledge, you'll learn about all of your blood-pumping, food-digesting, and keys-remembering systems and organs.
Just as important, you'll get the facts and advice you need to keep your body running long and strong. You'll find out how diseases start and how they affect your body -- as well as advice on how to prevent and beat conditions that threaten your quality of life. Complete with exercise tips, nutritional guidelines, simple lifestyle changes, and alternative approaches, You: The Owner's Manual gives you an easy, comprehensive, and life-changing how-to plan for fending off the gremlins of aging. To top it off, you'll also get the great-tasting and calorie-saving Owner's Manual Diet -- a thirty-recipe eating plan that's designed with only one goal in mind: to help you live a younger life.
Welcome to your body. Why don't you come on in and take a look around?
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Tried to be a little too funny.......2007-10-01
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Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (7th Edition) (MyA&P Series)
Frederic H. Martini Manufacturer: Benjamin Cummings ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0805372806 |
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KEY BENEFIT: Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Seventh Edition featuresenhancements to its award-winning art program and time-saving pedagogy. The coordination between narrative discussions and corresponding art has been tightened to improve clarity. The clear, concise explanations lead readers through complex processes, helping them keep sight of the big picture without getting lost in the details.
An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology, The Chemical Level of Organization, The Cellular Level of Organization, The Tissue Level of Organization, The Integumentary System, Osseous Tissue and Skeletal Structure, The Axial Skeleton, The Appendicular Skeleton, Articulations, Muscle Tissue, The Muscular System, Neural Tissue, The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves, The Brain and Cranial Nerves, Neural Integration I: Sensory Pathways and the Somatic Nervous System, Neural Integration II: The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher Order Functions, The Special Senses, The Endocrine System, Blood, The Heart, Blood Vessels and Circulation, The Lymphatic System and Immunity, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, Metabolism and Energetics, The Urinary System, Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance, The Reproductive System, Development and Inheritance.
For all readers interested in learning the big picture of anatomy & physiology. Includes IP 9-System Suite software, and Student Access Kit
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Poor Organization and Boring .......2007-09-25
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Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Elaine N. Marieb Manufacturer: Benjamin Cummings ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
Accessories: ASIN: 0805373276 |
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Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Eighth Edition continues to set the standard for A&P texts with an enhanced media package and new active learning features that help readers better visualize and understand the structure and function of the human body. New information on hot topics like DNA fingerprinting, bone implants for children, stem cell research, and obesity draws readers into the material. Elaine Marieb's clear and friendly writing style emphasizes the relevance of anatomy and physiology to readers' lives and careers. It clarifies concepts, defines key terms, and offers just the right balance of anatomy, physiology, and clinical coverage to make the content complete without being overwhelming. The Human Body: An Orientation, Basic Chemistry, Cells and Tissues, Skin and Body Membranes, The Skeletal System, The Muscular System, The Nervous System, Special Senses, The Endocrine System, Blood, The Cardiovascular System, The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System and Body Metabolism, The Urinary System, The Reproductive System. For all readers interested in learning the essentials of human anatomy and physiology.Customer Reviews:
Made an A in A&P.......2007-08-13
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good condition-- a bit long for delivery.......2006-11-04
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Human Anatomy & Physiology Lab Manual, Cat Version, Update with Access to PhysioEx 6.0 (8th Edition)
Elaine N. Marieb Manufacturer: Benjamin Cummings ProductGroup: Book Binding: Spiral-bound Similar Items:
ASIN: 0805372539 |
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Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab Manual, Cat Version is a clearly written and comprehensive lab manual that guides readers through well-planned lab activities and feature illustrations and full-color photographs that help readers better understand the material. Designed to stand alone or for use with other materials, the manual offers hands-on experience with anatomical structures and physiological concepts to aid in mastery of the subject. The cat version also includes detailed dissection exercises that clearly leads readers step by step through the dissection process. Packaged with the book, the new PhysioEx™ Version 6.0 includes new Serological Testing laboratory simulations, a revised and redesigned Histology Tutorial, and online worksheets with multiple-choice answers. PhysioEx™ Version 6.0 is available in CD-ROM format and on the Web at www.physioex.com. The Human body, An Orientation, The Microscope and Its Uses, The Cell, Histology, The Integumentary System and Body Membranes, The Skeletal System, The Muscular System, The Nervous System, The Endocrine System, The Circulatory System, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, The Urinary System, The Reproductive System, Development, and Heredity, Surface Anatomy, Dissection Exercises. For all readers interested in learning the basics of human anatomy and physiology.Customer Reviews:
Great delivery!.......2007-03-14
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Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Gerard J. Tortora , and Bryan H. Derrickson Manufacturer: Wiley ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
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ASIN: 0471689343 |
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The eleventh edition of Principles of Anatomy and Physiology marks a new milestone in the publication of the phenomenally successful Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Bryan Derrickson of Valencia Community College in Orlando, Florida joins Jerry Tortora as a co-author, bringing his background and expertise in physiology in balance with Jerry's focus on anatomy. The authors have maintained in the text the superb balance between structure and function and continue to emphasize the correlations between normal physiology and pathophysiology, normal anatomy and pathology, and homeostasis and homeostatic imbalances. The acclaimed illustration program is now even better thanks to the input of hundreds of professors and students and the re-development of many of the figures depicting the toughest topics for students to grasp. The eleventh edition now fully integrates this exceptional text with a host of innovative electronic media, setting the standard once again for a rewarding and successful classroom experience for both students and instructors.Customer Reviews:
Great text for the beginning of your medical course.......2007-02-24
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Atlas of Human Anatomy: With Netteranatomy.com (Netter Basic Science)
Frank H. Netter Manufacturer: Saunders ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1416033858 |
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Netter's Atlas of Human Anatomy is the most loved and best selling anatomy atlas in the English language. In over 540 beautifully colored and easily understood illustrations, it teaches the complete human body with unsurpassed clarity and accuracy. This new edition features 45 revised, 290 relabeled and 17 wholly new plates, drawn fully in the tradition of Frank Netter, and includes more imaging and clinical images than ever before. Six Consulting Editors have worked together to ensure the new edition's accuracy and usefulness in the lecture theatre, classroom and dissection lab. Ninety plates from the book as well as a powerful and varied bank of ancillary material, unique to this atlas, are available online through www.netteranatomy.com.Customer Reviews:
easy to use illustrated anatomy atlas.......2007-09-23
Free with SOMA!.......2007-09-09
Atlas of Human Anatomy (Netter).......2007-09-05
great book.......2007-08-31
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Principles of Animal Physiology (The Physiology Place Series)
Christopher D. Moyes , and Patricia M. Schulte Manufacturer: Benjamin Cummings ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0805353518 |
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Principles of Animal Physiology combines clear explanations and a superior art program to set a new standard for animal physiology textbooks. With thorough coverage of the cellular and molecular basis of animal physiology, an overarching evolutionary theme, and an emphasis on the integration of physiological systems, Christopher Moyes and Patricia Schulte present animal physiology in a current, balanced, and accessible way, allowing readers to understand and retain the information. Large, carefully designed, full-color artwork guides readers through complex systems and processes while in-text pedagogical tools help them learn and remember the material. The book includes the most up-to-date research on animal genetics and genomics, methods and models, and offers a broad range of vertebrate and invertebrate examples, with a reader-friendly writing style that is consistently clear and engaging. Introduction to Physiological Principles, Chemistry of Life, Cell Metabolism and Physiology, Hormones and Cell Signaling, Neuron Structure and Function, Cellular Movement and Muscles, Sensory Systems, Functional Organization of Nervous Systems, Circulatory Systems, Respiratory Systems, Ion and Water Balance, Digestion, Locomotion, Thermal Biology, Reproduction. For all readers interested in learning the principles of animal physiology.
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Trail Guide to the Body: How to Locate Muscles, Bones, and More (3rd Edition)
Andrew R. Biel Manufacturer: Books of Discovery ProductGroup: Book Binding: Spiral-bound Similar Items:
ASIN: 0965853454 Release Date: 2005-07-15 |
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NEW Third Edition!Customer Reviews:
Great anatomy book!!!.......2006-07-19
Never thought it could get better, but it DID ..........2006-02-23
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Pictures are really clear, simple to learn from.......2006-02-17
An expert guide to "listening" with your hands!.......2005-12-04
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Human Anatomy & Physiology (7th Edition)
Elaine N. Marieb , and Katja Hoehn Manufacturer: Benjamin Cummings ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
Accessories: ASIN: 0805359095 |
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KEY BENEFIT: With each edition of her top-selling Human Anatomy & Physiology text, Elaine N. Marieb draws on her own, unique experience as a full-time A&P professor and part-time nursing student to explain concepts and processes in a meaningful and memorable way. With the Seventh Edition, Dr. Marieb has teamed up with co-author Katja Hoehn to produce the most exciting edition yet, with beautifully-enhanced muscle illustrations, updated coverage of factual material and topic boxes, new coverage of high-interest topics such as Botox, designer drugs, and cancer treatment, and a comprehensive instructor and student media package. The Human Body: An Orientation, Chemistry Comes Alive, Cells: The Living Units, Tissue: The Living Fabric, The Integumentary System, Bones and Skeletal Tissues, The Skeleton, Joints, Muscles and Muscle Tissue, The Muscular System, Fundamentals of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue, The Central Nervous System, The Peripheral Nervous System and Reflex Activity, The Autonomic Nervous System, The Special Senses, The Endocrine System, Blood, The Cardiovascular System: The Heart, The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels, The Lymphatic System, The Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Body Defensives, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, Nutrition, Metabolism, and Body Temperature Regulation, The Urinary System, Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance, The Reproductive System, Pregnancy and Human Development, Heredity For all readers interested in human anatomy & physiology.Customer Reviews:
anatomy and physiology books.......2007-10-01
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Anatomy of Movement
Blandine Calais-Germain Manufacturer: Eastland Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0939616173 |
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Anatomy of Movement presents a dynamic, integrated approach to the study of the physical structures of the musculoskeletal system and their functional relationship to the movements of the human body.In clear and concise text illustrated with more than a thousand graphic drawings, the author guides the reader on a lively tour of the muscles, bones, ligaments and joints of the arms, legs and trunk. The focus throughout the book is on anatomy not for its own sake, but in its functional relationship to the actual movements of the body in dance, exercise and other physical disciplines.
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Great learning.......2007-09-12
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