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Alan M. Kraut

"Alan M. Kraut shows why Dr. Goldberger's life became, quite literally, the stuff of comic-book storyboards. On the front lines of the legendary public health battles of the early twentieth century, he fought the epidemics that were then routinely sweeping the nation - typhoid, yellow fever, and diphteria. In 1914, after successfully confronting (and often contracting) the germ-borne plagues of his day, he was assigned the mystery of pellagra, a disease whose cause and cure had eluded the world for centuries and which was then afflicting tens of thousands of Americans every year, particularly in the emerging "New South." Dispatched to find a medical solution to what prevailing wisdom assumed was another germ-borne disease, Goldberger discovered its cause in a dietary definiciency and spent years conducting experiments (some on himself and his family) to prove he was right. But finding the cause of pellagra was just half the fight; its cure required nothing less than challenging the economy, culture, and politics of the entire South."--BOOK JACKET.

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Warren E. Levinson, Ernest Jawetz

The most concise, comprehensive, and up-to-date medical microbiology & immunology review! Gives students the high-yield information they need to prepare for the USMLE Step 1 and course exams. Completely updated throughout, the new edition covers developments in HIV, hepatitis, smallpox, SARS, and more. Features case discussions, USMLE-style questions, and a USMLE-style practice exam.

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Tamsin Pickeral

This comprehensive and up-to-date reference takes a different approach to horse care and management by providing insights into the reasons why horses behave the way they do. Following the author's good counsel here, riders and owners can ensure their horses receive the best care while developing a valuable, lasting rapport with them.

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Jack Challem

"A complete program to overcome a new epidemic-The Fatigue Syndrome Do you feel exhausted, rundown, and stressed-out all the time? Do you have trouble sleeping well at night and wake up feeling exhausted? More and more of us have these problems. In this groundbreaking new book, bestselling Inflammation Syndrome author Jack Challem tackles a new kind of syndrome tied to nutrition, adrenal fatigue, and thyroid problems. Challem explains what the Fatigue Syndrome is and spells out how the Five Circles of Fatigue contribute to it. Then he shares his comprehensive plan that combines nutrition, physical activity, and sleep solutions to help you combat fatigue and feel better. This energy-boosting book Uncovers the role that eating habits, hormones, illness, aging, and other factors play in fatigue Discusses the growing problems of adrenal fatigue and low thyroid hormone Presents a complete nutrition and lifestyle program to conquer fatigue and re-energize your body and life Includes energy-enhancing recipes and meal plans to help you combat fatigue and stress With No More Fatigue, you will rediscover the joy of feeling well rested, re-energized, and ready to take charge of your health and your life.-- "In this new book, Challem tackles a new syndrome -- the Fatigue Syndrome. Challem explains the reasons why so many of us feel tired, including stress, eating habits, hormones, illness, and aging. He also covers hot topics that are being vigorously discussed online, such as thyroid issues and adrenal fatigue. The book provides simple ways to beat fatigue and live a more energized life through nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes. The book also includes a comprehensive program including meal plans, recipes, and a guide to appropriate supplements to reverse the syndrome and feel better"--