Health & Beauty

Characterised by inflammation and blemishes, acne is notoriously hard to banish, although a surprisingly complex range of treatments exists. This book gives an insight in to the causes of acne, the problems associated with the disease and the types of treatment available, both conventional and complementary.

Anaemia, or lack of red blood cells, is the commonest physical abnormality in humans worldwide, and can be a symptom of a serious underlying disorder. Coping with Anaemia looks at the many reasons why people may be anaemic, including the controversial question of nutritional anaemia.

Supporting a family member or friend with depression can be demanding and draining. This book looks at the sometimes forgotten population involved in depression, and emphasises that if someone in the family is suffering, it's not your fault.

With a steady rise in the numbers of Oldies, so we see more books about their lives - and the 'problems' those numbers could create. Growing Old: The Last Campaign differs from most. As former campaigner-politician-journalist Des Wilson makes clear, this is not an academic or philosophic tome - he ...

This book explains that physical modification to your body requires serious thought and that it is necessary to learn about tattoos and piercings before you jump into the world of body art.

A guide for those diagnosed with Hepatitis C, and their families.

Start building healthy habits early! This title gives kids a chance to practice wholesome living through eating, cleaning, science experiments, and crafts. Cool Body Basics introduces a cool new way for kids to take care of their body. They'll love the he

Movement-inspiring activities reinforce good nutrition, health and motor skills! Young children learn best when they connect physical activity with learning! Up, Down, Move Around is packed with fun, simple activities that will have your children jumping, shaking, rolling, dancing, and clapping as they ...

This self-empowering, artistically beautiful and historically rich exploration of the vagina is the perfect gift for women of all ages. Buy this book for your best girlfriend, daughter or both, and help them dispel the myths behind their own hidden treasures.

Happy-People-Pills for All explores current theories of happiness while demonstrating the need to develop advanced pharmacological agents for the enhancement of our capacity for happiness and wellbeing.

The numbers of those with hay fever have risen by around 25% in recent years. This dramatic rise is thought to be due to lifestyle factors and environmental pollution, and is in line with the rising prevalence of allergies in general. This book looks at remedies both orthodox and less orthodox.

This book explores the ethos that underpins the Sheldon list - how self-help works, particularly in the realm of chronic conditions. It examines the evidence supporting complementary therapies and how to use them safely. The book deals with these topics by focusing only on evidence in the scientific and medical literature.

Meg Stafford adds her voice to the beautiful chorus of people who have been treated for breast cancer.TOPIC OF CANCER: RIDING THE WAVES OF THE BIG Cis not about merely surviving, but about the living that happens during treatment. What sets this work apart is the joie de vivre that infuses and informs ...

This bible for harried parents gives you more than 80 fun, safe and stimulating activities: "good, clean fun" in the bathroom, counting and sorting games in the kitchen, and creative play games in the living room.

Ursula has developed a fantastic programme for weight loss which shuns the usual restrictions imposed on dieters. So, let Ursula help you to take control and get the life you want, the body you've always craved and the confidence you deserve!

Offers information on the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer along with testimonials from breast cancer patients and lists of questions to ask healthcare professionals.

Over 700,000 people in the UK are currently affected by dementia, with one in 20 people aged over 65 and one in five over 80 years old, and there is a great deal of interest in how it may be prevented or slowed. This book looks at the medical evidence available about ways to reduce the risk of dementia.