The Black Man's Guide to Good Health [Mass Market Paperback]

J. Reed (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 1994

Exploring every condition--from sickle cell anemia to stroke--that is more common in black males than in the population as a whole, a comprehensive guide to the concerns of African-American men also offers general health advice.

Editorial Reviews

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YA-In this detailed and informative volume, the authors write about health problems prevalent within the African American community, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and stroke, cancer, sickle cell anemia, AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse. Definitions, conditions, and symptoms are included, along with the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of resource organizations to contact. There is a great deal of solid information on prevention and treatment here. Proper diet, cholesterol levels, and ways to control fat and salt intake are discussed. The importance of exercise is stressed and various types are recommended. This excellent source is highly recommended for young African Americans who wish to become more literate about health care and health-related problems.
Pat Royal, Crossland High School, Camp Springs, MD
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Book Description

This thorough guide, updated and revised from the 1994 original, emphasizes issues of particular concern to black men. The lifesaving advice offered here is interspersed with real-life case studies, and each chapter has suggested reading lists and resources for further information.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 268 pages
• Publisher: Perigee Trade; 1 edition (October 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399521380
• ISBN-13: 978-0399521386
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,424,253 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BLACK MEN CAN BEAT THE STATISTICS & LIVE LONGER LIVES, September 6, 2001

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J. Johnson (Rockford, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Black Man's Guide to Good Health: Essential Advice for African American Men and Their Families (Paperback)

THE BLACK MAN'S GUIDE TO GOOD HEALTH offers knowledge for good health and a longer life span for African American men. This book is for you, if you love life and have dreams and know that you'll need to keep your good health in order to fulfill them. With the insights that this book provides it is possible to learn how to keep your health, even to live longer. A MUST READ for all African-American men and those who love them!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good book, July 29, 2001

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Stacey A. Greaves (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Black Man's Guide to Good Health: Essential Advice for African American Men and Their Families (Paperback)

I borrowed this book from the library first. After reading through it , I have decided to purchase it for my father. This book offers some great hints. I like it. I really like how it specifically addresses issues that are of concern to African-American men and their families. It offers suggestions to change your diet and nutrition info. I would like to see some more medical information, but that's just me. For the average person that wants some beginning ideas on how to avoid and treat health problems that plague the Black Community, this book is it.

5.0 out of 5 stars My son, May 15, 2007

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This review is from: The Black Man's Guide to Good Health: Essential Advice for African American Men and Their Families (Paperback)

I purchased this book for my 14 year old son. Not many books out there target the young African American male, but this books is a great start. I think all young and old, men and women need to have a book such as this for future references.