Health & Wellness

Glucose Revolution

In 'Glucose Revolution', biochemist Jessie Inchauspé reveals the crucial role of glucose in our health and offers ten science-backed hacks to balance blood sugar levels, enhancing overall well-being without sacrificing favorite foods.

Jessie Inchauspé
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Breath

In 'Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art,' James Nestor explores the science and cultural history of breathing, revealing how modern humans are breathing incorrectly and the profound health impacts of improving our breathing techniques.

James Nestor
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Outlive

Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia offers a groundbreaking approach to longevity, emphasizing proactive strategies for preventing chronic disease and optimizing overall health.

Peter Attia, MD
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Limitless

Limitless by Jim Kwik offers practical techniques to enhance brain performance, improve learning speed, and unlock personal potential through mindset, motivation, and methods, empowering readers to achieve their goals.

Jim Kwik
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The Shift

'The Shift' by Gary Foster, PhD introduces 7 scientifically-backed mindset changes that foster lasting weight loss by transforming one's thinking habits rather than focusing on diet plans.

Gary Foster, PhD
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Grain Brain

In 'Grain Brain', Dr. David Perlmutter reveals how carbohydrates, particularly grains and sugars, can harm brain health, leading to conditions like dementia and anxiety, while advocating for a diet rich in healthy fats.

David Perlmutter, Kristin Loberg (With)
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The Miracle Morning

The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod introduces the S.A.V.E.R.S. method, a transformative morning routine that empowers individuals to unlock their full potential through six daily practices: Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing.

Hal Elrod
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On Death and Dying

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross's 'On Death and Dying' introduces the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—drawing from her experiences with terminally ill patients to illuminate their emotional journeys and impact on families and caregivers.

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
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Option B

Option B explores the journey of resilience through personal narratives and research, offering practical guidance on overcoming adversity and rediscovering joy after profound loss.

Sheryl Sandberg, Adam Grant
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The Big Leap

In 'The Big Leap,' Gay Hendricks reveals how to overcome self-imposed barriers to success, introducing the concept of the 'upper limit problem' that hinders personal growth and fulfillment.

Gay Hendricks
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Dopesick

Dopesick by Beth Macy is a poignant exploration of America's opioid epidemic, detailing the devastating effects of addiction on communities and families from various socioeconomic backgrounds while exposing the systemic greed behind the crisis.

Beth Macy
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Spark

In 'Spark', John J. Ratey reveals how exercise significantly impacts brain function, enhancing mood, memory, and cognitive performance, supported by compelling research and case studies.

John J. Ratey, Eric Hagerman (Primary Contributor)
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In Defense of Food

In 'In Defense of Food', Michael Pollan advocates for a return to traditional eating practices, emphasizing whole foods, moderation, and a plant-based diet as pathways to health and pleasure in eating.

Michael Pollan
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Not Nice

In "Not Nice," Dr. Aziz Gazipura debunks the myth of being overly nice as a path to happiness, advocating for assertiveness and authenticity in personal interactions.

Aziz Gazipura
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Lifespan

Lifespan by David A. Sinclair and Matthew D. LaPlante explores revolutionary ideas on aging, presenting it as a treatable disease, and offers scientific insights and lifestyle changes to potentially reverse or slow down the aging process.

David A. Sinclair, Matthew D. LaPlante
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Alcoholics Anonymous

"Alcoholics Anonymous," also known as the Big Book, is a foundational text for those seeking recovery from alcoholism, offering guiding principles, personal stories, and insights into the A.A. program.

Alcoholics Anonymous
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Effortless

In "Effortless," Greg McKeown provides strategies to streamline essential tasks, making them easier to achieve while reducing burnout, contrasting with the perceived need for hard work to accomplish meaningful goals.

Greg McKeown
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How Not to Die

In 'How Not to Die,' Dr. Michael Greger reveals how dietary and lifestyle changes can prevent and even reverse the leading causes of death in America, advocating for a whole-food, plant-based diet backed by scientific evidence.

Michael Greger, Gene Stone
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Peak Performance

Peak Performance reveals the common principles that drive success across various fields, combining inspiring stories and scientific insights to help readers enhance their performance while avoiding burnout.

Brad Stulberg, Steve Magness
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Emotional survival for law enforcement

In 'Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement,' Dr. Kevin M. Gilmartin provides crucial insights and strategies for police officers and their families to manage emotional well-being amidst the unique challenges of law enforcement work.

Kevin M. Gilmartin
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