Physical Illness & Disease

#1 New York Times bestseller #1 Washington Post bestseller #1 Indie Bestseller USA Today Bestseller John Green, award-winning author and passionate advocate for global healthcare reform, tells a deeply human story illuminating the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious...

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A groundbreaking manifesto on living better and longer that challenges the conventional medical thinking on aging and reveals a new approach to preventing chronic disease and extending long-term health, from a visionary physician and leading longevity expert ...

“Why We Sleep is an important and fascinating book…Walker taught me a lot about this basic activity that every person on Earth needs. I suspect his book will do the same for you.” —Bill Gates A New York Times bestseller and international sensation, this “stimulating and important...

Audio Bonus! Includes exclusive conversations with the authors! A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Brilliant and enthralling.”​ —The Wall Street Journal A paradigm-shifting book from an acclaimed Harvard Medical School scientist and one of Time’s most influential people. It’s a seemingly...

“Pollan keeps you turning the pages . . . cleareyed and assured.” —New York Times A #1 New York Times Bestseller, New York Times Book Review 10 Best Books of 2018, and New York Times Notable Book A brilliant and brave investigation into the medical and scientific revolution taking place...

A groundbreaking and inspiring book that challenges our relationship with alcohol by exploring the psychological factors behind alcohol use and the cultural influences that contribute to dependency. Many people question whether drinking has become too big a part of their lives, and worry that it...

Ever hear “I believe in cars” or “I believe in tools”? Probably not. But people routinely say, “I believe in vaccines.” This saying carries a truism because claims about vaccines often require faith. Belief. It is why challenging these claims often results in an emotional, not logical, reaction.

Boost mental sharpness today and prevent cognitive decline tomorrow, including Alzheimer’s disease, with science-backed strategies that will extend your brain’s longevity beyond what you thought was possible. “Dr. Tommy Wood has spent years at the intersection of neuroscience and...

Today, most doctors, dietitians, and even diabetes specialists consider type 2 diabetes to be a chronic and progressive disease - a life sentence with no possibility of parole....

Combine the surprising truth about brain food with the cutting-edge science of brain metabolism to achieve extraordinary emotional, cognitive, and physical health. Are you struggling with attention problems, mood swings, food obsession, or depression? Whatever the issue, you have far more...

America takes 75% of the world's medications and seven out of ten people die of chronic and preventable diseases. The health care system meant to remedy this problem is now the third leading cause of death itself.

A groundbreaking mind-body protocol to heal chronic pain, backed by new research. Chronic pain is an epidemic. Fifty million Americans struggle with back pain, headaches, or some other pain that resists all treatment. Desperate pain sufferers are told again and again that there is no cure for...

Relieve anxiety, burnout, feelings of overwhelm, and chronic physical symptoms by healing your dysregulated nervous system with this 5-stage roadmap based on the latest science. Dr. Linnea Passaler has helped thousands globally in her digital health program address a wide range of symptoms...

Internationally recognized criminologist and bestselling author of The Gift of Fear, Gavin de Becker, investigates how the Government "debunks" inconvenient and unwanted truths.

The #1 New York Times bestselling account of a neurosurgeon's own near-death experience—for readers of 7 Lessons from Heaven. Thousands of people have had near-death experiences, but scientists have argued that they are impossible. Dr. Eben Alexander was one of those scientists. A highly...

In just 12 weeks, you can take major steps to prevent and reverse cognitive decline, boost memory, and enhance mental sharpness at any age. A leading neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University unveils a groundbreaking glimpse into the remarkable, resilient brain, and offers a science-backed plan...

It Starts with the Egg is your practical guide to the latest science, with clear guidance on strategies such as minimizing exposure to toxins, choosing the right vitamins and supplements to safeguard developing eggs, and implementing nutritional advice gleaned from the latest studies....

A GI’s guide to the brain-gut-microbiome connection, including research on why people develop IBS and how anyone can achieve poophoria Welcome to the easy-to-digest user’s manual for your body’s unsung hero: the gut. Leading Harvard gastroenterologist, Dr. Trisha Pasricha takes us on a...

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE * A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 100 BOOK OF THE CENTURY * A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A TIME ALL-TIME 100 NONFICTION BOOK Updated with FOUR NEW MAJOR CHAPTERS illuminating the new developments in cancer detection, prevention, treatment, and...

A New York Times Bestseller Super Agers is a detailed guide to a revolution transforming human longevity. This is a breakthrough moment in the history of human health care. The person making that bold claim is one of the most respected medical researchers in the world, Eric Topol. Dr. Topol’s...

The New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled offers an empowering new program to reclaim your health, fight inflammation, and supercharge your immune system by healing your gut. We’ve all heard inflammation is harmful, but what exactly is it, why does it happen, and how can we truly...

Boost your cardiovascular health, optimize your mental strength, and prevent and reverse arterial disease with this personalized plan from the founders of the renowned Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Center. Every forty seconds, someone in the US suffers a heart attack or stroke, and every...

Eat your way to better health with this New York Times bestseller on food's ability to help the body heal itself from cancer, dementia, and dozens of other avoidable diseases. Forget everything you think you know about your body and food, and discover the new science of how the body heals itself...

Your whole life you’ve been programmed to believe that your body is like a car and your doctor is like a mechanic. This limiting belief has led to TRILLIONS of dollars generated by an industry with no competition.

Are you exhausted from restless nights, your mind racing with endless thoughts, and stress weighing you down? Do you lie in bed, staring at the ceiling, desperately wishing for sleep to come—only to wake up feeling just as drained as the night before?

Boost mental sharpness today and prevent cognitive decline tomorrow, including Alzheimer’s disease, with science-backed strategies that will extend your brain’s longevity beyond what you thought was possible. “Dr. Tommy Wood has spent years at the intersection of neuroscience and...

North Ronaldsay sheep have been roaming the shores of a Scottish isle for centuries. They outnumber people there by more than twenty to one. While most sheep graze in fields, the North Ronaldsay are a breed apart: they forage seaweed on the rocky beach. In this episode, we follow a lamb as she crosses the island’s ancient stone dyke and sees the ocean for the first time.

In just 12 weeks, you can take major steps to prevent and reverse cognitive decline, boost memory, and enhance mental sharpness at any age. A leading neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University unveils a groundbreaking glimpse into the remarkable, resilient brain, and offers a science-backed plan...

In the misty Puerto Rican El Yunque rainforest, coquí frogs no larger than your thumb fill the air with their distinctive two-note song: “co-quí, co-quí.” They alternate routines—one night singing to attract potential mates, the next hunting to fuel up for tomorrow’s performance. In this episode, we follow a singer and a hunter amid the vibrant nighttime chorus.

California’s coast redwoods are Earth's tallest living beings, some reaching more than 350 feet high. They can also live for more than 2,000 years, outlasting entire civilizations. In this episode, we spend an evening with an ancient tree. Below ground, its roots tap into a forest-wide network; above ground, its branches harbor life in its many forms.

For listeners with perimenopause looking to improve their health, manage their symptoms, and incorporate functional medicine into their routine, this guide is a comprehensive source of education and support. Led by Dr. Greg Mongeon, trusted healthcare provider and guide in the functional medicine space, listeners will learn how to recognize their symptoms, heal independently in conjunction with their primary care physician, and advocate for themselves when dealing with doctors.

Red pandas have thick bushy ringed tails like raccoons, but they aren’t related to panda bears or raccoons—in fact, they have no close relatives anywhere on Earth. In this episode, we wander the Himalayas with a red panda and her cubs as they munch on bamboo, practice walking in the treetops, and settle in to nap together as the first snowfall of the year covers their forest home.

From the award-winning author of American Sirens and A Thousand Naked Strangers comes a real-life thriller about the most daring rescue in air-medical history. JULY 2014. Two American medical volunteers who joined the fight against the deadliest Ebola outbreak in world history have gotten...

A functional medicine approach to healing Irritable Bowel Syndrome, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto’s Protocol You don’t have to accept bloating, cramping, urgency, or pain as your “normal.” When clinical pharmacist Izabella Wentz was first diagnosed with...

Leading pain expert Dr. Rachel Zoffness bridges the gap between medicine and psychology to get to the heart of understanding—and treating—pain—it's The Body Keeps the Score for chronic pain. Every one of us will experience pain, be it back pain, the pain of childbirth, or living in an...

Discover the latest science on fibromyalgia and get proven, practical steps to recover your quality of life. Fibromyalgia For Dummies helps you understand the symptoms and causes of this challenging disease and guides you through steps you can take to reduce or eliminate your symptoms...

In this bold, paradigm-shifting book, the founder of the influential Fenbendazole Can Cure Cancer Substack uncovers the revolutionary cancer-fighting potential of a surprising source: fenbendazole—a widely available, low-cost antiparasitic medication with decades of proven safety. Cancer Is a Parasite offers a meticulously researched yet deeply personal journey into the science, case studies, and cutting-edge theories behind fenbendazole’s remarkable effects on cancer.

Wir träumen. Jede Nacht. Fast ein Viertel unseres Lebens verbringen wir im Schlaf, versunken in Bilder, Gefühle und Geschichten aus unserem Innersten. Bei Träum weiter trifft Host Teresa Sickert führende Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler aus der Hirn- und Schlafforschung und aus der Psychologie, um den Fragen zum Träumen auf den Grund zu gehen. Was passiert wirklich in unserem Kopf, wenn wir träumen? Welche Bedeutung haben Träume? Und wie können wir dieses verborgene Potenzial für unseren Alltag nutzen? Träume wirken.

YOUR ULTIMATE NIGHTLY RESET. 100 Deep Sleep Stories. 75 Hours of listening time with the audio format. Exhausted from restless nights, mind racing with endless worries, stress keeping you awake? You stare at the ceiling, craving deep sleep that never arrives—waking up drained, day after draining day. This collection delivers exactly what you need. Packed with 100 deep sleep stories, it outshines basic bundles by immersing you in vivid, unexpected escapes. What you'll unlock: Fall asleep faster: Effortless tales quiet your overthinking instantly. Deeper escapes: Unique, soothing worlds ...

"It’s a blessing to live while Darcey Steinke is writing." — Maggie Nelson Darcey Steinke, acclaimed author of Flash Count Diary and Suicide Blonde, explores the world of pain for those who suffer and those who love them. Steinke gets to the heart of pain with her usual brilliance, humor...

YOUR CHILD'S PERFECT NIGHTLY RITUAL. 100 Sleep Stories for Kids Ages 7–11. Just press play and let the stories flow seamlessly—one cozy tale after another guides them to sleep naturally (with the audio format). Bedtime battles? Racing worries about school, friends, or feeling "different"? Your child stares at the ceiling while their mind spins—waking up grumpy, day after draining day. This collection delivers their sleep magic. Packed with 100 cozy sleep stories, it outshines basic bedtime books by immersing kids ages 7–11 in gentle mysteries and peaceful worlds—from whispering ...

What if the real reason you feel tired, achy joints, and out of balance isn’t just aging—but the daily habits you’ve been told are “normal”? Hidden sugars, processed foods, and constant stress quietly fuel inflammation, draining your energy and affecting everything from focus to long-term health. But your body was designed to heal—when given the right support. This book reveals a practical, step-by-step approach to reducing inflammation through simple, sustainable changes. From identifying hidden sugars to building habits that restore balance, you’ll learn how small, ...

Urethritis: Symptoms, Causes, and Its Possible Link to HPV is a clear, clinically grounded guide designed to help you understand urethral inflammation and what it may mean for your health. Inside, you will learn: • What urethritis is and how common it is. • Common causes and contributing factors. • Early symptoms and warning signs. • How urethritis is diagnosed. • The possible relationship between HPV. • When to seek medical evaluation. • Practical next steps for managing symptoms. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book provides essential information without ...

Vivimos en una era de gratificación inmediata constante. Pantallas, notificaciones, comida ultrapalatable, distracciones rápidas y recompensas diseñadas para capturar tu atención están moldeando la forma en que funciona tu cerebro. El resultado es cada vez más común: impulsividad, procrastinación, dificultad para sostener hábitos, pérdida de enfoque, motivación inestable y una sensación persistente de estar reaccionando más de lo que decides. En este libro descubrirás, desde la neurociencia, qué ocurre en tu cerebro cuando la dopamina, el placer inmediato y la búsqueda de ...

Oral HPV: Symptoms, Cancer Risk, and What to Do Next is a clear, clinically grounded guide designed to help you understand HPV in the mouth and throat. Inside, you will learn: • What oral HPV is and how common it is. • Early symptoms and warning signs. • The connection between HPV and throat cancer. • How oral HPV is transmitted. • What to do after a diagnosis. • When to seek medical evaluation. Most importantly, this guide provides practical next steps—helping you understand your situation, reduce uncertainty, and make informed decisions about your health with confidence. ...

Anal HPV: Symptoms, Risk, and What to Do Next is a clear, clinically grounded guide designed to help you understand HPV in the anal region and what it means for your health. Inside, you will learn: • What anal HPV is and how common it is. • How HPV is transmitted. • Early symptoms and warning signs. • The connection between HPV and anal cancer. • Risk factors and who is most at risk. • When to seek medical evaluation. • What to do after a diagnosis. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book provides essential information without unnecessary complexity.

When someone you love is in the ICU, everything changes at once. You are suddenly surrounded by machines, alarms, unfamiliar language, and urgent decisions no family feels prepared to make. You are expected to understand ventilators, sedation, dialysis, code status, infection, prognosis, and legal documents while running on fear, exhaustion, and fragments of information. ICU Family Resource was written to change that. This is a practical, plain-English guide for families facing critical illness in real time. It explains what an ICU actually is, who is making decisions, what the machines and...

Have you been told you are HPV positive—but your Pap smear is normal? This combination is more common than many realize, yet it often leads to confusion, anxiety, and unanswered questions. HPV Positive but Normal Pap Smear: Understanding Next Steps and Monitoring provides a clear, straightforward explanation of what these results mean and what you should do next. Inside, you’ll discover: - Why HPV can be present without abnormal Pap results. - What doctors look for in follow-up care. - How often monitoring is recommended. - What changes may or may not occur over time. - When to seek ...

Why does multiple sclerosis begin? And what about other borderline rare diseases? Has science found a cure? Hidden Cause, Emerging Hope explores the growing evidence linking the Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) to MS—explained in clear, plain language. This concise guide helps readers understand what current research suggests, what remains uncertain, and what it may mean for life with MS. The insights in this book also apply more broadly to many borderline rare diseases—conditions that are not fully understood, often delayed in diagnosis, and shaped by complex immune system patterns. If you ...

If you’ve received HPV test results, you likely have questions and concerns. HPV Test Results is a clear, practical guide designed to help you understand what your results mean and how they are interpreted clinically. This book explains: What HPV test results actually indicate. The meaning of “high-risk HPV”. How HPV is connected to cervical cancer risk. How doctors interpret different results. What risk levels really mean for your health. Written for patients—not medical professionals—this guide simplifies complex medical concepts into clear, actionable understanding.