Health is something many have been focussed on this year. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, many have improved their knowledge of disease, immunity and personal hygiene for it was necessary to. However since the movement restriction, many have used the time to learn more about fitness or nutrition and work on their bodies or diets.

Many people had to find time to focus on their mental health as well, due to the uncertain times. Here are some books on health that were released this year to help educate yourself on the latest information on the topic.

The 12-Week Fitness Project by Rujuta Diwekar

Rujuta Diwekar has been active on social media all year offering health and fitness tips. However this book contains a concrete plan which promises better health in weeks. The plan helps one incorporate several susatainble practices into one's life that will help them meet their health goals and maintain that level of fitness.

FLO by Alisa Vitti

FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life by Alisa Vitti

This book is a detailed look into a vibrant hormonal system of a woman. In a world where research is mostly conducted for men on men, and women's bodies are expected to respond similarly, this book explains how a woman’s body works.

This book should be read by men too, especially those in health and fitness fields.

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'​Boundless' by Ben Greenfield

Boundless: Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body, and Defy Aging by Ben Greenfield

Fitness & nutrition expert Ben Greenfield has long been writing about how to be healthier and applying what he knows to his own life. Now, taking in all the latest data, he has written a book to help improve one's health at many levels. From diet advice, to fitness plans and even mind exercises to boost your IQ, this book is a comprehensive health guide

The Wim Hof Method

The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Potential, Transcend Your Limits

Wim Hof is a Dutch extreme athlete who has set the world record for farthest swim under ice(57.5 metres/188.6 ft), fastest half marathon barefoot on ice and snow and longest time in direct, full-body contact with ice a total of 16 times. His book is about his training and philosophy. He shares his three-pillar which anyone can apply to their life to improve their health and performance.

'New Way of Living' by Luke Coutinho

The renowned lifestyle coach has written an ebook about the body's natural rhythms. He explains what a circadian rhythm is and how our body functions in accordance to one. He explain how modern lifestyles are quite against how the body was made to function and then elaborates on how we can adjust our body's natural clock to a healthier cycle.

The ebook is available for free on the authors website and it's a slim book, definitely worth a read for improving your lifestyle

'Detox Your Thoughts' by Andrea Bonior

Detox Your Thoughts: Quit Negative Self-Talk for Good and Discover the Life You've Always Wanted' by Andrea Bonior

Dr. Andrea Bonior is the psychologist who is known for her mental health column called 'Baggage Check' and for her viral online Detox Your Thoughts challenge. The book explains how to use techniques from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness to teach you to understand yourself at a deeper level. The book also explains how to overcome self-sabotaging thoughts and habits so one can enjoy better mental and emotional health.