The American Way of Life Need Not Be Hazardous to Your Health - Softcover

Farquhar, John W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0393009637 ISBN 13: 9780393009637

Publisher: Addison-Wesley, 1979

Synopsis

Based on studies conducted by the Stanford Medical School, this book discusses health and well-being in the context of our life-styles, covering stress management, exercise, nutrition, eating patterns, weight control, and smoking

About this title

From the Back Cover:

This text provides a truly effective program for stamping out the deeply rooted health habits that lead to heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, and cancer. By using Dr. Farquhar's simple and rewarding behavior modification techniques, readers can profile their habits and risk factors on such health issues as smoking, nutrition, exercise, and stress; build a step-step commitment to change, whether it's giving up cigarettes or salt; construct a realistic action plan for the change; and maintain the action plan with success. Throughout this sensible guide, Farquhar clearly explains the rationale behind every step and provides a wealth of information on how the body works.

About the Author:

John W. Farquhar, M.D. is founder and director of the Stanford Center for Disease Prevention which, for ten years, has been at the forefront of research in medical, social, and psychological issues relating to the cause and prevention of heart disease. He is also professor of medicine and professor of family, community, and preventative medicine at Stanford Medical School.

About this edition

• Publisher: Addison-Wesley
• Publication date: 1979
• ISBN 10: 0393009637
• ISBN 13: 9780393009637
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208