Twitter summary: A six-week program for female health. The good: I appreciated how simple and straightforward Jardim articulated her approach and the science of the female body. She has definitely made it easy for readers to successfully follow her six-week protocol. Note that there is an extensive supplemental guide for this book (big thumbs upContinue reading “Fix Your Period by Nicole Jardim”
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Remember by Lisa Genova
Twitter summary: I already forgot the four steps to make a memory. Guess I should have paid more attention… The good: This book is easy to read and digest — in fact, it was almost too easy to read and digest. Genova provides basic examples and scientific notes to deliver her message with zero fuss;Continue reading “Remember by Lisa Genova”
Successful Aging by Daniel J. Levitin
Twitter summary: Detailed account of all the known ways to successfully age. The good: I appreciated Levitin’s detailed explanations of how to slow down the aging process and why aging matters — start now! Put down that heavily processed snack food and go for a walk out in nature. Yes, I’m telling myself that. NoneContinue reading “Successful Aging by Daniel J. Levitin”
Growing Young by Marta Zaraska
Twitter summary: Stop buying the organic gluten-free food and popping dozens of supplements. Instead, focus on strengthening relationships and finding purpose in life. The good: I appreciated how Zaraska presented a well-balanced perspective (backed with scientific research) on the current day healthy living fads, e.g., fitness trackers, super foods and zen retreats. Each chapter isContinue reading “Growing Young by Marta Zaraska”
In the FLO by Alisa Vitti
Twitter summary: Vitti introduces the Cycle Syncing Method, a biohacking program for women to reclaim and optimize all aspects of their life. The good: Ever heard of the infradian rhythm? In addition to the 24-hour circadian rhythm, women have a second biological rhythm which generally lasts 28 days. I learned so much more than howContinue reading “In the FLO by Alisa Vitti”
Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
Twitter summary: BRB while I give myself the opportunity to sleep for 8 hours every single night. The good: I’ve been on a brain kick lately as I want to improve my brain health and train my brain (click here for the review on Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher, creator of Ziva Meditation).Continue reading “Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker”
The Sugar Brain Fix by Mike Dow
Twitter summary: Why you’re addicted to sugar, how it’s shrinking your brain and what to do to fix it. The good: Generally decent book for beginners just starting out on a health journey and want to reduce their processed sugar intake, re-balance their serotonin and dopamine levels and learn the basics of a healthier dietContinue reading “The Sugar Brain Fix by Mike Dow”
Book Buys: Anatomy Colouring Books
Welcome to my second favourite hobby: buying books. Followed closely by browsing books. I’ve had an urge to be more creative during this stay at home time so I decided to get back into colouring. I was inspired when I saw an Instagram post about anatomy colouring books! I thought to myself: I love books!Continue reading “Book Buys: Anatomy Colouring Books”
Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher
Twitter summary: “We meditate to get good at life, not to get good at meditation.” The good: Emily consciously introduces the three Ms – mindfulness, meditation and manifesting – throughout the book by blending science, real life examples and practical tools. The bad: It is hard to successfully learn how to meditate by reading aContinue reading “Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher”
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