Heart disease is the number one killer of women in North America, accounting for a third of all deaths in women and far surpassing the prevalence of breast cancer. Cardiologist Dr. Martha Gulati and holistic pharmacist Sherry Torkos separate the facts from the many myths surrounding heart disease and offer the latest information on both the conventional medical approach and the role of natural medicine in understanding this illness in Saving Women's Hearts. Their book examines the unique gender differences for women and provides valuable insight into the screening procedures, diagnosis, treatment options, and most importantly, prevention of heart disease. Written by the leading experts in this field, this practical guide covers: how the heart works and the various types of heart disease; why heart disease is different and unique for women; The known and emerging risk factors for heart disease; What you need to know about tests and screening procedures; medications - the good, the bad, the ugly, the noteworthy; nature's pharmacy - the role of vitamins and other supplements; nutritional strategies for better heart health; the latest exercise guidelines for women; the impact of stress and practical tips on managing stress; the role of sleep and heart health; and much more.
For the past three decades, Anne Lindsay has changed the way Canadians eat, bringing flavour to healthy eating and inspiring a nation with her easy-to-make, delicious food. In her latest book, Lighthearted at Home, Lindsay offers more than 500 fully tested recipes, reviewed by the registered dieticians of the Heart and Stroke Foundation, complete with nutritional analysis.
“At birth we are given a heart with clean arteries. The primary function of this cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels) is to distribute blood through the entire body, carrying a steady flow of nourishment and oxygen. Heart trouble need not be an inevitable by-product of mounting work, stress, tension and pressures that people face daily. Though early generations had to exist under tremendous pressure, they were rugged; active physically and mentally. Their secret was simple living, natural foods (without preservatives and pesticides) and ample pure air as well as hard work, which exercises and tones the heart and muscles. As it was in the past, so it is today.” So starts the electronic book, accessible through the library catalogue Healthy Heart: Keep Your Cardiovascular System Healthy & Fit At Any Age by Paul and Patricia Bragg.
Creative Kids Club for children 8+ at the library in Port Carling every Saturday at a new time 1:00pm to 2:30pm January 15 – March 15, 2011. FREE but please pre-register as space is limited. 765-5650.
Kniterary Thursday afternoons at 1:00 Bring your knitting project or other needlework project to the library and socialize with other crafters. Discuss what you are reading or what you would like to read while enjoying the company of others over a cup of tea. All welcome!
Pre-school story time Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 (matched to Trillium Lakelands school board calendar) Muskoka Lakes Public Library, Port Carling
The Book Club meets in the afternoon on the last Tuesday of every month from September through April. February’s selection is An Arsonist's Guide to Writer's Homes in New England by Brock Clarke. All welcome!
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