Home Health Care

An accessible and balanced account, Food Politics laid the groundwork for today's food revolution and changed the way we respond to food industry marketing practices. Now, a new introduction and concluding chapter bring us up to date on the key events in that movement. This pathbreaking, prize-winning book helps us understand more clearly than ever before what we eat and why. This book is published by University of California Press.

If you feel like you just have a black thumb, and that you’re doomed to kill any plants under your care, think again. There are simple solutions to your problem that will make your home a haven of style, beauty, and flourishing greenery. Even if you don’t have much time, this guide organizes information in an easy-to-refer manner that you can quickly turn to when you need it. Everything you need to know is at your fingertips in this simple-to-follow book. Whether you’re a serial plant killer or a complete houseplant newbie, you can grow a happy and healthy indoor garden yourself.

Hannah Shaw, better known as Kitten Lady, has dedicated her life to saving the tiniest felines, but one doesn't have to be a professional kitten rescuer to change - and save - lives. In Tiny but Mighty, Hannah not only outlines the dangers newborn kittens face and how she combats them, but how you can help every step of the way, from fighting feline overpopulation on the streets to fostering unweaned kittens, from combating illness to combating compassion fatigue, from finding a vet to finding the purrfect forever home.

For the millions thrust into the unexpected role of dementia caregiver, this comprehensive guide offers essential support and practical solutions. Whether caring for aging parents, a spouse, or another loved one, you'll find the tools needed to navigate this challenging journey.

With expert insights and practical advice, this book will empower you to make informed decisions about your cat’s diet. Overcome the challenges of feline nutrition and ensure your pet lives a long, healthy, and happy life. Ready to become the best cat owner you can be? Grab your copy of "The Complete Guide to Feline Nutrition" today and embark on the journey to optimal feline health and well-being!

This book introduces you to your beautiful budgie buddy and prepares you to give that bird a home that other avian companions will envy. Perfect for first-time bird owners and seasoned bird parents, Parakeets for Dummies offers expert advice on adopting a parakeet and introducing it to other fur or feathered babies you might have.

In this guide, I would like to give you an insight into keeping, raising and training your horse as a partner. The focus will be on the factor of natural handling. Basic theoretical knowledge will be conveyed with corresponding practical suggestions. Meanwhile, topics such as communication between humans and horses and species-appropriate husbandry will be addressed. Newcomers to the field of riding will gain an extensive insight into the mindset of the four-legged friends and equestrian "know-how".

Luis' first book sparked a national conversation about service dogs and PTSD. In this spectacular new memoir, he and Tuesday bring their healing mission to the next level, showing how these beautifully trained animals can assist soldiers, veterans, and many others with disabilities. Rescuing a forgotten Tuskegee airman. Battling obstinate VA bureaucrats. Delivering solace to troubled war heroes and their families. Everywhere these two go, they highlight the miraculous talents of service dogs.

Throughout history, essential oils have been used for a variety of reasons, such as for medicinal and aesthetic purposes. Using essential oils in beauty products is ideal because they come from plants, which means that they are natural and there are no side effects to using them. Using essential oils is also a form of aromatherapy.

When it comes to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, the right caregiving can make all the difference. Here, Patricia Boswell shares structured routines, life hacks, and best practices that are evidence-based and focused on maintaining the highest possible quality of life for the entire family.

The year is 1925. It is sixty degrees below zero. The wind sweeps tons of snow over the deep-frozen Alaskan landscape. The nearest railhead is seven hundred miles away. Airplanes cannot fly. The way to Nome is blocked by a treacherous frozen sound, an icebound port, and mountains to the west. But there is a diphtheria epidemic in Nome. The children need serum from the outside world if they are to survive. Their only hope is a few chosen Eskimo drivers and their teams of dogs.

Wouldn’t it be incredible if 37 expert Pug breeders combined with a top dog trainer to create the ultimate complete owner’s guide with all your frequently asked questions answered in one place? Well here it is! You will literally find this book full of useful quotes giving clear advice and tips from the world’s best Pug dog breeders who between them have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Pugs.

In this comprehensive compendium on herbal medicine, Stephanie Desjardins brings together over 100 of the most potent herbal remedies from teas and bitters to oils and lotions, complete with clear preparation instructions. Whether you're new to herbal medicine and have no idea what a poultice is or you're a seasoned herbalist looking for new recipes to brush up your medicine-making skills, this audiobook will quickly become the only reference guide you need to become amazing at herbal medicine.

Sadly, a lot of Self-Help, life improvement type material is not written for the neurodivergent. Meaning, a lot of recommendations, while great for the neurotypical, is NOT always helpful for people like you. But, we’ve decided to change that, and created this all in one practical guide to not only understanding how ADHD affects you, but how you can start seeing it as your greatest superpower! All you need to do is put your headphones in, listen to our narrator and take action on the points most relevant to you.

The soaps, shampoos, and household cleaning products that you use are often loaded with chemicals. How can you be sure that you won't end up suffering from the harmful chemicals that these products can bring to your body? You use them every day, and what's more horrifying is that you might be allergic to them without even knowing it. After listening to this book, not only will you be able to make many different types of soaps, but you will be a lot more knowledgeable about skin care.

Have you recently bought or rescued a puppy? Or maybe you’re thinking about it? Maybe you’re a dog breeder and regularly have puppies in your house? Regardless of whether you are new to puppies or a seasoned professional, this audiobook will provide you with a helpful go-to guide for all puppy-specific health problems that your dog might encounter in their first year of life. First Year Puppy Health Care has been compiled by veterinarian Dr Jo de Klerk. It is a comprehensive guide to the top 50 puppy health problems, written in a way that is easy to understand.

Nationally recognized, award-winning animal behaviorist and master trainer Bryan Bailey will help you gain the knowledge and tools to activate and deactivate natural impulses and mechanisms in your dog, leading to a harmonious existence and the control you've always dreamed of.

An essential companion to your lovable Dachshund, this guide covers everything you should know about Dachshunds, from buying a new puppy to dealing with old age and how best to look after your precious dog.

Navigating the Care Maze draws on personal experience and professional expertise to help you make informed decisions about your loved one’s care. Whether you’re just starting to explore care options or actively looking for a care provider, this guide offers clear, compassionate advice tailored to families navigating the complexities of home care.

Chaser has a way with words. She knows over a thousand of them—more than any other animal of any species except humans. In addition to common nouns like house, ball, and tree, she has memorized the names of more than one thousand toys and can retrieve any of them on command. Based on that learning, she and her owner and trainer, retired psychologist John Pilley, have moved on to further impressive feats, demonstrating her ability to understand sentences with multiple elements of grammar and to learn new behaviors by imitation.