Bookmarks

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Since many community events are canceled or postponed, you might have more free time during these spring and summer months. So why not grab a good book and head outside to lounge in the sun? Here are some health-centered reads Healthy New Albany Magazine recommends.

The Body: A Guide for Occupants by Bill Bryson

This book explores the myriad facts and mysteries of the human body. Following A Short History on Nearly Everything, Bryson does it again by captivating his audience with astonishing facts. After reading this book, you’ll realize how little you knew about yourself.

Alphabreaths: The ABCs of Mindful Breathing by Christopher Willard and Daniel Rechtschaffen

Here is the cutest book on m i n d f u l n e s s possibly ever created. Using simple language and adorable cartoon characters, Alphabreaths teaches your young kids how to cope with anxiety. This book demonstrates how to take a deep breather from those pesky bad thoughts all while helping children learn the alphabet.

The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better After 50 by Jonathan Rauch

Say goodbye to that midlife crisis. While many people believe that life plateaus after reaching middle age, this could not be further from the truth. Utilizing cutting edge research and his own life experiences, Rauch convinces you that life only gets better the older you get.

How Not to Diet: The Groundbreaking Science of Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss by Michael Greger

Trying to lose weight, but nothing seems to work? This book helps you reassess the way you think of dieting altogether. Using the latest scientific breakthroughs, Greger gives a thorough list of why your diets aren’t working and explains ways to permanently lose unwanted fat.

Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker

The University of California, Berkeley’s sleep expert explains the recent scientific discoveries behind the purpose and benefits of sleep. Once you finish this book, you’ll understand why it’s a New York Times Best Seller and why you need that extra hour to snooze.

The Vegetarian Silver Spoon: Classic and Contemporary Italian Recipes by The Silver Spoon Kitchen

The 70-yearold Italian cookbook known as The Silver Spoon in English goes plant-based in this new cookbook, featuring more than 200 vegetarian and vegan recipes. The book notes that “the Italian diet has never centered on meat,” and that its home-style cooking “more often revolves around substantial vegetarian dishes like grains and stews.”