North Atlantic Books

Many antidepressants—the first line in our standard of care for treating depression—bring with them potential health risks, yet 1 in 6 Americans takes medication to alleviate feeling sad, anxious, stuck, or unable to focus or sleep. More and more, conventional medicine pathologizes how we respond to life’s challenges—like feeling trapped...

BESTSELLER: Manage pain and increase your physical wellness with 135 stretching exercises you can do anywhere, anytime—without special equipment!This updated edition includes 20 new stretches, expanded anatomy and physiology information, full-color anatomical illustrations, and more. The multiple stresses of contemporary life—whether from excessive sports play, overwork, or overuse of technology—are increasingly...

Diets don't work—and it's not your fault. As a culture, we're told (and tell ourselves) that if we just lost the weight—tried a little harder, had a little more willpower, or deprived ourselves for a little bit longer—we'd be happier, healthier, and more desirable. But it's just not true. The...