One of the longest surviving bypass patients in the U.S. offers a year-long selection of motivational stories, inspirations, quotes, wisdom, meditations, tips and more, many of which have inspired him during his recovery and the maintenance of his health.
Here's the problem: 17 million Americans suffer from heart disease, and every year 1 million of them will be just lucky enough to survive a heart attack. They know they must change their lives—their diet, their stress, the amount of exercise they do. And not for a few months, but forever. Most don't do it. What they need, as much as low-fat recipes and fitness plans, is daily motivation—a reassuring yet no-nonsense guide to staying the course to heart health. Here's the solution: From Joseph C. Piscatella, one of the longest-surviving bypass patients in the U.S.—31 years and counting—comes a supportive, generous, think-positive book that shares the secret of his extraordinary success. This is the stuff that kept Joe going—a year-long selection of motivational stories, inspirations, quotes, wisdom, meditations, tips, and more. When it's 5:00 A.M. and raining outside and you're tempted to skip that morning jog, remember "runner" Bob Ireland, a Vietnam vet who lost both legs in the war yet finished the New York marathon using only his arms, the first person ever to do so. Think little things don't make a difference? Take a lesson from golf: An average of less than 1.5 strokes per round in the 2002 season made a $5.6 million difference in earnings between #1 golfer (Tiger Woods) and #10 golfer (Sergio Ggarcia). And why a book of everyday entries? "People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing—that's why we recommend it daily."—Zig Ziglar.
The definitive guide to heart health from two of America's most respected doctors at Cleveland Clinic, the #1 hospital for heart health in America. Are you one of the eighty-two million Americans currently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease—or one of the millions more who think they are healthy but are at risk? Whether your goal is to get the best treatment or stay out of the cardiologist’s office, your heart's health depends upon accurate information and correct answers to key questions. In Heart 411, two renowned experts, heart surgeon Marc Gillinov and cardiologist Steven Nissen, tackle the questions their patients have raised over their decades of practice: Can the stress of my job really lead to a heart attack? How does exercise help my heart, and what is the right amount and type of exercise? What are the most important tests for my heart, and when do I need them? How do symptoms and treatments differ among men, women, and children? Backed by decades of clinical experience and up-to-the-minute research, yet written in the accessible, down-to-earth tone of your trusted family doctor, Heart 411 cuts through the confusion to give you the knowledge and tools you need to live a long and heart-healthy life.
"This book is written with the sole objective of helping the reader achieve a happy, satisfying, and worthwhile life." -- Norman Vincent Peale The precursor to The Secret, The Power of Positive Thinking has helped millions of men and women to achieve fulfillment in their lives. In this phenomenal bestseller, Dr. Peale demonstrates the power of faith in action. With the practical techniques outlined in this book, you can energize your life -- and give yourself the initiative needed to carry out your ambitions and hopes. You'll learn how to: Expect the best and get it Believe in yourself and in everything you do Develop the power to reach your goals Break the worry habit and achieve a relaxed life Improve your personal and professional relationships Assume control over your circumstances Be kind to yourself
Lose weight and heal through self-love and positive affirmations: Loving Heart, Quiet Mind, Healthy Body is a refreshing book that will transform your body and elevate your life. A quick, inspiring and fun read, it provides you with simple and empowering ways to: accept that you possess unlimited inner and outer beauty; resolve emotional issues that drive unhealthy eating; overcome compulsive thoughts that motivate unhealthy habits; use affirmations to keep you in a positive, life-enhancing mindset, and turn food into "enjoyable fuel" that powers your hopes and dreams. The magic of this book lies in its heartfelt sincerity. You'll feel fully supported as Dr. Marcia Sirota gives you all the tools you need to eat healthy and "feel full" of love, possibilities, confidence, self-worth and inner peace.
Take charge of your heart health and embark on a transformative journey towards a vibrant life with "Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Heart." In this empowering guide, you'll discover the secrets to nurturing your heart through simple yet powerful lifestyle changes that will leave you feeling invigorated, energized, and ready to conquer life's challenges. Are you tired of feeling weighed down by the burdens of stress and unhealthy habits? Do you long to break free from the shackles of heart-related concerns that keep you from living life to the fullest? Look no further. "Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Heart" is your ultimate roadmap to unleashing the true potential of your heart and embracing a life filled with vitality, purpose, and joy.Through engaging and accessible insights, renowned health expert Dr. Frank T. Smith reveals the astonishing links between your daily choices and the well-being of your heart. Discover how a balanced diet, regular exercise, and effective stress management can revitalize your cardiovascular system, providing you with the energy and strength to seize each day with passion and enthusiasm. Packed with actionable tips and tailored exercise routines, this book is not just another health manual but a life-altering experience. Dr. Smith guides you towards creating sustainable habits that will nourish your heart for years to come, while also enhancing your overall well-being and boosting your immune system. But this book is not just about physical health-it delves into the profound connection between the mind and heart. Explore the transformative power of positive thinking and mindfulness, as you learn to embrace gratitude and self-love, paving the way for a resilient heart that can weather any storm. Are you ready to embark on a journey that will forever change the trajectory of your life? "Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Heart" challenges you to step outside your comfort zone and embrace a path of empowerment and personal growth. Say goodbye to the limitations of an unhealthy lifestyle, and welcome a heart-healthy existence with open arms. Don't wait for a wake-up call from your heart. Act now, and seize the opportunity to rewrite your story, one filled with vitality, strength, and abundant joy. Embrace the call to action within these pages, and let "Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Heart" be your guide towards a life of passion, purpose, and a heart that beats with unwavering strength. Your heart deserves it, and you do too.
Boost your cardiovascular health, optimize your mental strength, and prevent and reverse arterial disease with this personalized plan from the founders of the renowned Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Center –– “you’ll want to read every page” (Amen). Did you know that every forty seconds, someone in the US suffers a heart attack or stroke, and every sixty-five seconds someone develops dementia? The culprit is cardiovascular disease—and rates are soaring in younger, seemingly healthy people. Busting every myth we have about cardiovascular health, including that women are less likely to suffer from heart attacks and strokes, world-renowned cardiovascular specialists Bradley Bale, MD, and Amy Doneen, DNP, have pioneered a lifesaving method to prevent these devastating events—and reverse the disease that causes them. The BaleDoneen Method transcends the medical silos of cardiology, neurology, endocrinology, and others with a holistic approach designed to protect and optimize the health of the heart, brain, and other vital organs, as well as the blood vessels that supply them. With laser-sharp focus, Bale and Doneen provide the latest research on how your oral health is contributing to the decline of your heart. Captivating and revolutionary, Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain is a unique and comprehensive program to prevent chronic diseases and memory loss in people of all ages regardless of their body type, medical history, or genes. Offering a roadmap to lifelong arterial wellness, it includes: Precision medical methods to prevent diseases of aging The best and worst supplements and foods for your heart Ten lifestyle moves that lower dementia risk by 35 percent Information about genes that raise cardiovascular risk as much as smoking The top ten heart attack prevention tips for women Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain will equip you with the knowledge you need to approach your healthcare as an empowered and informed patient.
The acclaimed social psychologist and New York Times–bestselling author of The Art of Loving discusses the nature of evil and humanity’s capacity for it. Originally published in 1964, The Heart of Man was influenced by turbulent times. Average Americans were suffering from different forms of evil, including a rise in juvenile delinquency. On a grander scale, the threat of nuclear war loomed over the nation, and President John F. Kennedy had been assassinated. What could drive humanity to do things such as these? In The Heart of Man, renowned humanist philosopher and psychoanalyst Erich Fromm investigates man’s capacity to destroy, his narcissism, and his incestuous fixation. He expands upon ideas he presented in Escape from Freedom, Man for Himself, and The Art of Loving, and examines the essence of evil, as well as the choice between good and evil. He also explores man’s ability to destroy and further considers freedom, aggression, destructiveness, and violence. “The Heart of Man questions human nature itself, from the forms of violence that plague it to individual and social narcissism to how the positive value of “love of life” can potentially outweigh the destructive “syndrome of decay” caused by the love of death and other harmful tendencies of thought.” —Midwest Book Review
Heart Attack Prevention and Cure by Positive Lifestyle Heart attack, the number one killer disease, is a growing epidemic worldwide. Regarded once as the disease of the elderly, it is now alarmingly prevalent in the prime age of 25–35 years. Even today, globally, one-third of heart attack victims succumb suddenly, and the only solution to this problem is primordial and primary prevention. A positive mindset holds the key to Healthy Heart and Hearty Life. The author, in his simple and straightforward style of writing, tries to impress upon the readers this basic truth. Based on strong scientific evidence, Dr Chockalingam emphasizes the above-mentioned features as means to escape from heart attack, which is considered more deadly than many other malignant diseases. In this updated second edition, he emphasizes Mind Your Mind and introduces the new concept of 'e-personality' of the 'e-world'. The author calls on everyone to join the journey towards a healthy heart and a wholesome life. Salient Features Mind and its Influence on the heart Heart attack prevention Regression of coronary artery obstruction leading to effective cure Coronary artery disease and its perception
“[Piscatella and Sabbagh] show what’s good for keeping your heart pumping keeps your memories and passions alive. They give you a really great plan to follow. This book can help many and hopefully will help you and yours for years to come.” — From the Foreword by Michael Roizen, MD, Chief Medical Consultant for The Dr. Oz Show, and New York Times bestselling author The science of why both heart and brain health are the key to wellness and longevity and ho w to cultivate a brain-body-balance to live a longer, healthier, and happier life. Strong Heart, Sharp Mind: The 6-Step Brain-Body Balance Program that Reverses Heart Disease and Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s presents a cutting-edge, science-based program that teaches readers how to develop the habits and lifestyle practices that improve both heart and brain health. Readers will learn how they can prevent or forestall both the nation’s number-one killer–heart disease–as well as the affliction Americans fear most: Alzheimer’s disease. For the 108 million Americans 50 and over, creating what the authors call the “BRAIN-BODY-BALANCE” through the steps detailed in these pages can also improve quality of life and longevity, by synchronizing the interaction between our two most vital organs. Joseph C. Piscatella, nationally-known, bestselling speaker and author of countless heart health books, and one of the longest-living survivors of coronary bypass surgery (43 years and counting!) and Cleveland Clinic neurologist Marwan Noel Sabbagh, M.D., one of the world’s foremost researchers in the fight against Alzheimer’s, employ the latest science and recommendations from other leading-edge thinkers and practitioners, to help readers optimize the connection between cardiac and neuro health—a nexus that until recently has been overlooked as a key to wellness and longevity. Together, "No Ordinary Joe" Piscatella and Dr. Sabbagh are poised to guide readers to this new intersection of heart-brain health, and take them through the necessary steps to make that connection between our most vital organs, for optimal wellness—and to protect them against the world's most lethal and feared diseases. STRONG HEART, SHARP MIND blends science and solution in the form of a new, singular heart/brain-specific program and takes readers through the steps necessary to optimal wellness and a longer, happier life.