I found the following article of great interest.  The message is simple, concise and to the point.  Everything in this article is very true for someone living in a wheelchair.

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Excerpt from the article:

If you or a loved one is confined to a wheelchair or has limited mobility you may have asked the question how to lose weight in a wheelchair and is it possible?  Yes, it’s possible.  The main fact is how many calories you are intaking and how much movement you are doing in order to burn those calories.   Wheelchair users are at a higher risk of weight gain purely because they will use less energy during the day. 

So, how to lose weight in a wheelchair?  In order to successfully lose weight while in a wheelchair you need to do is adjust your calorie intake and activity level.  You need to eat fewer calories while becoming more active. 

You will want to do these three things to lose weight when you are in a wheelchair.

1. Mentally get your mind ready that you can and will lose weight no matter what.
2. Select a realistic goal to show yourself you can start to lose weight. 
3. Learn what calorie amount you are consuming on a daily basis so you know how much you should be reducing your intake.
4. Exercise to burn those calories and start to lose weight.  Even if you are in a wheelchair you can get your heart rate up and burn calories.

Article by A. Smith, Last updated: September 9, 2021

by Dr. Abigail Ellsworth
Published September 23, 2010

Yoga is a great way to bend and stretch and wake up the body.  Because the poses are so gentle and flowing it is easy to create a routine that will suite your needs.  Whether you suffer from a debilitating injury, suffer from body pain, back ache, or other, there are enough yoga poses for men, women and youth of all ages.

I love the illustrations and the accompanying diagrams that show exactly what muscles are being used with each of the poses.  This is definitely one of those reference books that will remain in my personal library for many years.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

Yoga teachers and students can use this book as a visual reference to the muscles that are engaged by specific yoga poses. Each pose is shown in a full-color photograph opposite a detailed and annotated anatomical drawing that identifies the active and stabilizing muscles being used. By identifying affected muscles, practitioners can maximize the benefits of each pose and even design a personalized yoga routine that focuses on their specific problem areas.

Anatomy of Yoga explains the basics of yoga, breathing and the spine, concentrating on the body's core musculature. It covers:

• Yoga warm-up
• Standing poses
• Forward bends
• Back bends
• Seated and twisted poses
• Poses that balance arms
• Inversions
• Restorative poses
• Sequences, such as sun salutation

  There are numerous asides, including "best for" information boxes that describe the muscles that work the most during each pose. Tip boxes give hints on safety and form and outline the target muscles for and benefits of each pose. The author also suggests creative ways to modify the intensity of an exercise.

  Anatomy of Yoga is an expert guide that is extremely useful for anyone interested in enhancing a personal yoga fitness routine. It will also interest yoga instructors who want a visual aid that clearly illustrates the benefits of each exercise.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

by Hollis Lance Liebman
Published, October 20, 2020

This was an incredible find for me.  It will definitely be one of those reference books that stays permanently in my library.  One that I will surely reference over and over again. As someone who has suffered a debilitating spinal cord injury, getting back into exercising and a program of regular physical fitness can be daunting.  This clearly outlines the exercise along with very descriptive illustrations of the muscles that are being used. I have spent most of my adult life going to the gym and working out, so many of these exercises are familiar to me, but this book helps me to get a better look and appreciation for each of the exercises and how to apply them to my own personal routine.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

The exercises in Anatomy of Exercise for 50+ will support good health at any age, but for those over fifty they can help in the prevention of specific age-related problems like joint mobility, balance and fatigue, as well as medical conditions like heart disease, colon cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis and Alzheimer's disease.

This book follows the successful format of the "Anatomy of" books, which have sold more than 500,000 copies. The series' revolutionary approach is the combination of photographs and lifelike anatomical drawings that reveal in colorful detail exactly which muscles are engaged and how, and which muscles benefit from each exercise.

For those who want to take control of their health, at whatever age, and for fitness trainers, physiotherapists, and activity managers in community care facilities, retirement homes and nursing homes Anatomy of Exercise for 50+ is an instructive and practical resource.

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In the following video, Dr. John Campbell gives an overview of how Ivermectin works on cancer cells, based on a research paper...

Article:  Here is where you can view the research paper on Ivermectin, published by the National Library of Medicine:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7505114/

Article:  Ivermection Supresses Tumor Growth

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7205794/

Article:  Ivermectin converts cold tumors hot and synergizes with immune checkpoint blockade for treatment of breast cancer

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41523-021-00229-5

Article:  Here is where you can view the full interview with Dr. Kathleen Ruddy on Ivermectin

https://rumble.com/v4vk4pw-oncologist-kathleen-rudy-reveals-horse-dewormer-aka-ivermectin-cure-cancer.html

Article:  Is there a best Ivermectin dosage for cancers

https://www.brightworkresearch.com/is-there-a-best-ivermectin-dosage-for-cancer-or-cancer-types/

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A Guide to Maintaining Independence and Quality of Life

By Nena Buenaventura 

A well written, concise book, not just for the aging, but for anyone with a difficulty as we all have to face the same issues.  This book takes you step by step from getting your finances in order, developing a will, community outreach and support, dealing with health care workers, therapists and knowing what financial, mental, emotional and community support is available to a disabled person.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book:

"Living with Disability: A Guide to Maintaining Independence and Quality of Life" provides practical advice and emotional support for elderly individuals with disabilities living alone and on limited income.

Introduction: The book highlights the challenges of aging with disabilities and aims to help individuals maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

Section 1: Physical Well-being and Daily Living

• Adapting the Home Environment: Offers tips for making homes safer and more accessible with affordable modifications and assistive technologies.
• Managing Health and Wellness: Provides guidance on managing healthcare, maintaining mobility with exercises, and eating well on a budget.
• Coping with Chronic Pain and Fatigue: Explores pain management techniques and strategies for conserving energy.

Section 2: Emotional and Mental Well-being

• Dealing with Loneliness and Isolation: Suggests ways to build support networks, stay connected, and engage in volunteer work.
• Mental Health Matters: Covers recognizing mental health issues and accessing affordable resources.
• Finding Purpose and Joy: Encourages pursuing hobbies, spirituality, and sharing personal stories.

Section 3: Financial and Legal Considerations

• Managing Finances with Limited Resources: Offers budgeting tips, ways to access financial assistance, and frugal living advice.
• Legal Planning: Discusses essential legal documents, finding affordable legal help, and planning for future needs.

Section 4: Building a Support System

• Seeking Help and Community Resources: Guides readers in finding local support services, building a care team, and leveraging community organizations.
• Navigating Healthcare Systems: Provides advice on advocating for oneself, understanding insurance options, and accessing home healthcare services.

Conclusion: Encourages readers to embrace independence, continue advocating for themselves, and support others in similar situations.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

For All of Us Who Live with Disabilities, Chronic Pain and Illness

By Miriam Kaufman, M.D., Cory Silverberg and Fran Odette 

I have not personally read this book, but it has come highly recommended to me, therefore I am in including it in my resources.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book:

The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability is the first complete sex guide for people who live with disabilities, pain, illness, or chronic conditions. Useful for absolutely everyone, regardless of age, gender, or sexual orientation, the book addresses a wide range of disabilities -- from chronic fatigue, back pain, to spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis, cerebral palsy and asthma to spinal cord injury, hearing and visual impairment, multiple sclerosis, and more.

Here is everything you need to know to create a sex life that works for you: Building a positive sexual self-image; Sexual positions to minimize stress and maximize pleasure; Anatomy, orgasm, masturbation, oral sex, anal sex, vaginal penetration; How to deal with fatigue, pain, and spasms during sex; Where to find partners and how to talk to your partners about sex and disability; Adapting sex toys to make them work for you; Making sex safe - emotionally and physically; Exploring yoga, Tantric sex, and S/M play; How to discuss sex with physicians and other health care providers; Safer sex solutions for people with latex and chemical sensitivities; UPDATED! The most extensive collection of sex and disability resources available, including hundreds of books, websites, and organizations.... Can you use a condom with a catheter? How do you have intercourse in a wheelchair? This detailed guide answers questions that the nondisabled can’t imagine.... The overall message: there is no right way to have sex. Individuals need to discover what sex is for them and give themselves permission to consider anything as a sexual experience.

Expertly written by a medical doctor, a sex educator, and a disability activist, The Ultimate Guide provides readers with encouragement, support, and all the information they need to create a sex life that works for them. The authors cover all aspects of sex and disability, including building a positive sexual self-image; positions to minimize stress and maximize pleasure; dealing with fatigue or pain during sex; finding partners and talking with partners about sex and disability; adapting sex toys; and more.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

The No-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8am)

By Hal Elrod

I can’t say enough about this book.  It is a true inspiration.  What this man went through in his life and how he has risen not once, not twice, but three times through adversity to be a beacon of light for all of us.  There are so many incredible accolades for Hal Elrod on the back cover, forward, intro and at the back of the book, not to mention on his website www.halelrod.com and on the internet.

After reading this book, I realized that I have already been doing these steps every morning.  I just am not disciplined enough.

Here is an excerpt from the back cover of the book:  "Getting everything you want out of life isn’t about doing more: it’s about becoming more.  Hal Elrod and The Miracle Morning have helped millions of people become the person they need to be to create the life they’ve always wanted.  Now, it’s your turn to become your best you.  Hal’s revolutionary S.A.V.E.R.S. method is simple, effective step-by-step process to transform your life in as little as six minutes per day."

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

Start waking up to your full potential every single day with the updated and expanded edition of the groundbreaking book that has sold more than two million copies.

“So much more than a book. It is a proven methodology that will help you fulfil your potential and create the life you’ve always wanted.” —Mel Robbins, New York Times bestselling author of The High 5 Habit and The 5 Second Rule

Getting everything you want out of life isn’t about doing more. It’s about becoming more. Hal Elrod and The Miracle Morning have helped millions of people become the person they need to be to create the life they’ve always wanted. Now, it’s your turn.

Hal’s revolutionary SAVERS method is a simple, effective step-by-step process to transform your life in as little as six minutes per day:

• Silence: Reduce stress and improve mental clarity by beginning each day with peaceful, purposeful quiet
• Affirmations: Reprogram your mind to overcome any fears or beliefs that are limiting your potential or causing you to suffer
• Visualization: Experience the power of mentally rehearsing yourself showing up at your best each day
• Exercise: Boost your mental and physical energy in as little as sixty seconds
• Reading: Acquire knowledge and expand your abilities by learning from experts
• Scribing: Keep a journal to deepen gratitude, gain insights, track progress, and increase your productivity by getting clear on your top priorities

Watch The Miracle Morning Movie below on You Tube or download here.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

Alternative Non-Toxic Treatments That Work

By Tanya Harter Pierce, M.A., MFCC

“If you want to consider using Alternative and Complementary medicine for yourself or a loved one’s cancer, this is the book to read first!” — W. John Diamond, M.D.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  It gave me the courage to stay with my decisions to seek out alternative treatments for cancer, other than the conventional recommendation of chemotherapy.  One of the fears that I have had is being turned away from my oncologist should I choose alternative treatments and in her final chapter she addresses how to talk to the oncologist and negotiate the terms of treatment and their ongoing participation in the individuals health care and follow-ups with bloodwork, MRI’s, CT-Scans, etc.

In her book she discusses various therapies such as Hoxsey, Gerson, Essiac Tea, Laetril, Dr. Kelly’s Enzyme therapy, and the Rife Machines.  She also discusses various diets as well as cancer with children and pets.

Because I am personally interested in the concept that cancer feeds off of sugar and acidic conditions, that bringing the body into a more alkaline environment is one of the ways to combat cancer.  I found this book to provide a very good back up to this theory with research, documentation and recommendations to maintain a healthy alkaline body that would in due course keep cancer at bay.

“Outsmart Your Cancer is an important and timely book.  It documents conventional oncology’s dismal record in the war on cancer and also provides a comprehensive overview of safe, alternative cancer therapies.  In addition, this book gives patients and their loved ones an actual plan for evaluating conventional and alternative treatments as well as offering a measurable dose of hope.” — Julian Whitaker, M.D.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

THIRD EDITION - UPDATED AND EXPANDED “Outsmart Your Cancer” is an in-depth alternative treatment guide that could save your life. It explodes the myths about alternative cancer treatments and presents more than twenty approaches that are non-toxic along with dozens of real-life cases from people who used these approaches to completely recover from a variety of cancers, many of which were in late stages. In this updated and expanded Third Edition, all the resources have been updated and new key information has broadened the scope of the book—including new sections on the Ketogenic diet for cancer, on using the natural plant compound “Paw Paw” to obliterate multidrug-resistant cancer cells, and on how you might be able to cure your dog or cat with cancer. Plus, critical information is presented on what men and women need to know about hormone-blocking drugs, the real truth about DCIS breast cancer (Is it really cancer?), what a man’s PSA count really means, and whether he is better or worse off if he takes a testosterone-blocking drug, as well as how to evaluate conventional claims of efficacy for toxic treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. Highly esteemed doctors and scientists are quoted regarding the scientific basis behind each approach and extra information has been included regarding the amazing liquid formula called “Protocel” with new recent Protocel recovery cases added. This book completely demystifies cancer and makes it clear why non-toxic approaches are often more effective at bringing about complete cures than toxic ones. There are two very different worlds of cancer treatment today - conventional and alternative - and it can be difficult to understand what one's best treatment options might be and why. This book will help you make a much more fully informed treatment decision!

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

Valuation Information From a Survivor

By Carolyn Boyles, A Personalized Medical Handbook

Carolyn Boyles says it like it is, to the point, from her own experiences over a seven year survival of a spinal cord injury.  She covers just about every possible subject and/or question than one could possible ask or comprehend.  From some of the most common issues such as bladder, bowel and incontinence to spasticity, bone deterioration, and memory loss; to a wide variety of physical changes in the body over a period of time.   As a spinal cord injury survivor, she reflects often on her own story and the question that we all ask ourselves over and over again—why me?

Carolyn Boyles provides many references to the subjects that she presents in this book.  Everything that she says is backed up by her own personal research.

I would highly recommend this book to any person who is new or old to a spinal cord injury.  I would recommend it to anyone who is a loved one or caregiver to a person who suffers from a spinal cord injury.  This book will help bring awareness and clarity to many issues that one may not think about.  With an understanding of many of these issues, you will be able to offer yourself or your loved one empathy and compassion.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

An invaluable resource for anyone touched by spinal cord injury-newly injured patients, long-time survivors, friends and loved ones, and medical professionals-A Complete Plain English Guide to Living with an Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury offers a survivor's perspective on the physical and emotional journey from the time of injury, through the entire recovery process, and on to living a full and happy life. This thorough, down-to-earth manual delivers solid, factual information and real-world advice from someone who has been there. Carolyn Boyles, a long-term spinal cord injury survivor, translates medical jargon into plain English, and helps you understand everything you need to know about living and thriving with an injured spinal cord. Boyles' handbook covers surgeries and complications, treatment and rehabilitation, working with medical professionals, dealing with family and friends, understanding your unique injury, prognosis and life expectancy, maintaining hope and faith, working through emotional baggage (including the many forms of survivor guilt), what to expect physically, and how to rebuild a quality life. She candidly answers all the questions nobody wants to ask, and she even includes statistics, ideas for additional reading and movies, resources, and more. But most importantly, she shows you that a spinal cord injury is not a life-ending event, but rather a new beginning.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

10 Key Healing Factors from Exceptional Survivors of Cancer & Other Diseases

By Kelly A. Turner, Ph.D

This book complements many of the other books listed on this website where survivors of cancer and other chronic disease have overcome to survive well beyond what doctors and health care providers expected.  This book complements others in its accolades for alternative health care practices, techniques, supplements and more. 

The following ten key approaches to healing are covered at length including numerous case studies.

• Radically changing your diet
• Using herbs and supplements
• Embracing exercise as a lifelong habit
• Taking control of your health
• Following your intuition
• Releasing suppressed emotions
• Increasing positive emotions
• Embracing social support
• Deepening your spiritual connection
• Having strong reasons for living

Except from the back cover:  From recognizing the importance of self-empowerment to identifying the strong reasons they have for living, these survivors have taken ownership of their approach to healing, thereby giving themselves the best chance for a longer and healthier life, with the ultimate goal of achieving remission.  With warmth, realness, and a true sense of hope, Turner shines the spotlight on the pure strength of the human spirit and offers steadfast support and guidance to help you make the unique and individual decisions necessary in your powerful journey of healing.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

Real-life stories from survivors of cancer and other diseases who have used the 9 key factors from the New York Times best-selling Radical Remission, with updated research and a tenth key factor revealed.

Following the publication of the New York Times best-selling Radical Remission, researcher Kelly A. Turner, Ph.D., has collected hundreds of new cases of radical remissions--from cancer and now also other diseases--from across the globe. In Radical Hope, Turner explores the real-life application of the Radical Remission principles and the people who have chosen to take this journey.

Each chapter shares a survivor's in-depth story and their use of one of the ten key Radical Remission healing factors. Turner provides updated scientific research and new tips for each factor, and unveils a tenth key factor for integration into your healing approach. Male and female, young and old, these survivors recognize that by taking ownership of their approach to healing, they are giving themselves the best chance for a longer and healthier life, with the ultimate goal of achieving remission.

With warmth, realness, and a true sense of hope, Turner shines the spotlight on the pure strength of the human spirit and offers steadfast support and guidance for making the unique and individual decisions that lead to a powerful journey of healing.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

By Jack Rutherford

This is an excellent reference book for anyone wishing to include the vitamins, supplements and other treatments into their personal, ‘alternative’ health care regime.  The author gives a brief history of the protocol and includes dosages and when and how best to take them.

Here is an excerpt from his book:  “Prevention is better than cure.” “Our immune system is the biggest prevention against cancer.” “Prevention, being my main objective after bladder cancer surgery and my enthusiastic and proactive agenda to reverse my Type 2 diabetes and rid my breathless body of Long-Covid lung-disease.  Prevention and cure certainly had a huge influence on my decision to increase my intake of vitamins, especially at critical stages during my personal medical timeline.”

Here is a list of some of the preventatives that he mentions in this book:  Aspirin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2 MK-7, Liposomal Vitamin C, Magnesium Oxide, Fenbendazole, Ivermectin, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin B1 B9 B12, Vitamin E, Berberine, L-Arginine, Folate Acid, Nitric Oxide, Hydrogen Peroxide, Celtic Sea Salt, NMN-Resveratrol, Chromium, Ozone Therapy, Diabetes drugs such as Perindopril, Glimepiride and Metformin, plus more.

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book:

In his pursuit to put Bladder Cancer into Remission, Reverse Type 2 Diabetes and remove the respiratory effects of Long-Covid Lung Disease, the author follows the advice from some of the best allopathic, naturopathic and holistic doctors from around the world who promote the use of alternative medicine and repurposed drugs, Fenbendazole and Ivermectin, Nitric Oxide, Oxidative therapies Ozone and Hydrogen Peroxide, the benefits of Intermittent Fasting and the 90 essential nutrients that make the human body function properly, high doses of supplements, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, Liposomal Vitamin C and D3, vitamins B1 B9 B12 & E, some of which are used as complementary therapies with traditional chemotherapy and radiation.

To view publisher’s book overview and other book reviews or to order – go to: www.amazon.ca or www.amazon.com

By Robert Scott Bell and Ty M. Bollinger

This is a very quick read full of history on numerous proven alternative health care products, what they are good for and how to use them.  He talks about various supplements from Vitamin C to Vitamin D, ionized and alkaline water, colloidal silver to cannabis and more.  Photos, illustrations and cartoons abound in this book.

Robert Scott Bell is a homeopathic practitioner with a passion for health and healing.  He personally overcame 24 years of chronic diseases using natural healing principles and has dedicated his life to revealing the healing power within all of us.  Learn more at www.RobertScottBell.com

After loosing both parents and several family members, Ty M. Bollinger began a quest to learn all he could about alternative cancer treatments.  What he uncovered was shocking.  Ty speaks frequently at conferences, expos, seminars, and churches.  He contributes regularly to “Outside the Box Wednesdays” on the “The Robert Scott Bell Show.”  Learn more at www.theTruthAboutCancer.com

Here is what the publisher has to say about this book.

Recently updated in 2016 (with additional information on "cannabis cures," lung health, and ear candling), Unlock the Power to Heal is a book that should be required reading for doctors and lay people alike. Why did the authors write this book? Because there is misconception about natural medicine in today's "Big Pharma" controlled world. For most people, genuine healing is something out of reach, like it is locked away in a safe that you are unable to open. It can be both frustrating and frightening when you realize that the "experts" (medical doctors) know very little about accessing the natural tools for health recovery, much less health maintenance. When that moment of disillusionment occurs, you have a choice to make. You can give up, because the authorities keep telling you that you can't possibly know how to heal yourself unless you have a degree and a license. Or you can recognize the truth that having a "duh"-gree or permission from the government can never replace your God-given birthright to do that which your cells know to be true. But how do you get information that must be so valuable that it has been locked away and is seemingly unobtainable? It's all in the book. You'll learn the history of modern medicine, the basics about micronutrients, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and probiotics. You'll learn how to restore your gastrointestinal tract to optimal condition, which will have a positive cascading effect on your overall health. You'll learn about health sovereignty with homeopathy and some terrific tips for treating tissue trauma. So, buckle your seatbelts as Robert Scott Bell and Ty Bollinger take you for a tour down "medical memory lane," explain the intricacies about the building blocks of health, and provide you with the keys necessary to unlock the power to heal.

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