Natural Power Builders
Natural Power Builders

Author: Winifred Conkling

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 1999-04-15

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 0312971036

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Creatine and Androstene: They`re the natural supplements that scored with Mark McGuire--are they help or hype? When Cardinals first baseman Mark McGuire broke baseball records with the most home runs in one season, he was hailed as an outstanding athlete-but he also made news for another reason. McGuire was taking Androstene (a brand-name for androstenedione) and creatine, two natural supplements used to build muscle and enhance athletic performance. But how much can sports supplements improve performance? How safe are they? And how ethical is the use of such supplements in sports? These and many other compelling questions about performance-enhancing supplements are expertly answered here, along with: -The hazards of steroids: both prescription and natural, and how the two compare -How safe it is for children and teens to take sports supplements -An overview of Androstene and other testosterone-enhancing supplements -How the use of amino acids such as creatine aids in performance -Other athletic-enhancing supplements, including antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and more -Q&As, resources, and organizations of interest Find out the pros and cons of all kinds of performance enhancing sports supplements-culled form the latest research and coaches and athletes themselves-to see if you can safely benefit from these natural power builders.

The New Net Zero
The New Net Zero

Author: Bill Maclay

Publisher: Chelsea Green Publishing

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 578

ISBN-13: 160358448X

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The new threshold for green building is not just low energy, it's net-zero energy. In The New Net Zero, sustainable architect Bill Maclay charts the path for designers and builders interested in exploring green design's new-frontier net-zero-energy structures that produce as much energy as they consume and are carbon neutral. In a nation where traditional buildings use roughly 40 percent of the total fossil energy, the interest in net-zero building is growing enormously--among both designers interested in addressing climate change and consumers interested in energy efficiency and long-term savings. Maclay, an award-winning net-zero designer whose buildings have achieved high-performance goals at affordable costs, makes the case for a net-zero future; explains net-zero building metrics, integrated design practices, and renewable energy options; and shares his lessons learned on net-zero teambuilding. Designers and builders will find a wealth of state-of-the-art information on such considerations as air, water, and vapor barriers; embodied energy; residential and commercial net-zero standards; monitoring and commissioning; insulation options; costs; and more. The comprehensive overview is accompanied by several case studies, which include institutional buildings, commercial projects, and residences. Both new-building and renovation projects are covered in detail. The New Net Zero is geared toward professionals exploring net-zero design, but also suitable for nonprofessionals seeking ideas and strategies on net-zero options that are beautiful and renewably powered.

Power, Construction and Meaning in Festivals
Power, Construction and Meaning in Festivals

Author: Allan Jepson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-11-10

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 1351664581

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Whether through education, sport or festivity, events form the basis on which we attribute cultural meaning, significance and value to our lives. In this light, community events have the potential to create positive and negative social, cultural, economic and environmental impacts within the community across a wide variety of genres and platforms. This book offers a deeper and more critical insight into the relationships, dynamics and planning processes of festivals and events and the impact this has upon authenticity, cultural consumption and the local communities they serve. It does so by looking at a range of key debates in power theory, event planning and design, event construction, experience and meaning, authenticity, sustainability, social inclusion, accessibility and sponsorship engagement. International case studies are embedded within the chapters, examining the role of stakeholders, local communities, organisers, local governments and infrastructure. This critical event studies text is interdisciplinary and will make valuable reading for students and researchers who are interested in the relationships and dynamics involved in the construction and planning of festivals and events, their immediate impact and their significance for the future.

Renewal
Renewal

Author: Timothy J. Smith

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 1999-11-15

Total Pages: 708

ISBN-13: 9780312972097

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After investigating anti-aging techniques and alternative medicine for 25 years, Smith presents a ground-breaking program to help people extend their lives by regenerating the cells through balanced nutrition; using nutritional, herbal, and hormonal supplements to fight off diseases; and incorporating a fitness plan. Major direct mail push.

The Complete Guide to Living Well with Diabetes
The Complete Guide to Living Well with Diabetes

Author: Deborah Mitchell

Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks

Published: 2009-03-03

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1429964561

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• The most up-to-date medical information on type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes • Assess the risk factors, get diagnosed, and receive the right treatment from the best possible health-care providers • Helpful tips for purchasing, storing, and administering insulin • The emotional challenges of living with diabetes, or caring for a loved one • Common complications and how to avoid or minimize them • Control blood-sugar levels with a personalized nutrition plan and exercise program • Diabetes and pregnancy • The latest diabetes research and resources