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Drop Dead Healthy: One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection

By A.J. Jacobs

Losing weight and lowering cholesterol weren’t enough for Jacobs in this hilarious account of his two-year attempt at achieving maximum health. As he navigates through mountains of information about how to be healthy, Jacobs tries different diets, gadgets and exercise programs. He shares what worked for him and what completely failed in this book that is sure to inspire and amuse.

Main Street Vegan: Everything You Need to Know to Eat Healthfully and Live Compassionately in the Real World

By Victoria Moran

This new book offers inspiration, information and delicious recipes to anyone interested in eating vegan. Moran offers 30 years of experience as a vegan and gives anyone the chance to try the vegan lifestyle by encouraging small changes and providing tips for busy people on a budget.

Patients Like Me

www.patientslikeme.com

This networking site is designed to connect people with similar health issues so they can better share advice and formation with each other. Site visitors can search for their specific treatments, symptoms or conditions and see members of the community who are going through similar experiences.

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