Most Popular Books by Marilu Henner

The actress describes her extremely rare talent known as Superior Autobiographical Memory--the ability to recall details of every day of her life--and discusses how it has helped her in countless scenarios, while offering advice for bolstering memory.

If you''re like most people, 70 percent of what''s in your kitchen right now is unhealthy and has to go. Now the good news ... This book will show you that there are healthy and tasty alternatives to everything in your refrigerator and pantry, and the transition is easier than you think. When it comes to food, most of us go through a constant tug-of-war between the foods we love and the foods we feel we should be eating. But what if we didn''t have to give up our favourite foods? What if we could take recipes from our childhood or our favourite cookbooks and find healthier ways to enjoy them? Marilu Henner''s Healthy Life Kitchen shows you a new way, a better way, to create a "health factory" in your home. Out go the red meat, dairy, and refined sugar products, and in come the freshest fruits, vegetables, grains, soy, seafood, poultry, and seasonings imaginable-and, in a few easy steps, you''ve created a Healthy Life you! After inspiring legions of readers with Marilu Henner''s Total Health Makeover and The 30-Day Total Health Makeover, Marilu presents the first cookbook in her bestselling series.

The autobiography of the television star of "Taxi" and "Evening Shade" offers a candid account of her life, detailing her dreams, ill-fated marriage to Frederic Forrest, parents'' deaths, and prescription for success.

When Was The Last Time You Felt Really Healthy? Now''s the time to create the healthy, balanced life you want -- and become the truly vibrant, happy person you were meant to be. Combining good humor with solid science, Marilu Henner provides essential information on every aspect of health and fitness, including: Detoxing your body Preventing or alleviating health conditions from obesity to cancer The secrets of stress reduction Real food and the organic way to fuel your body Free yourself forever from diets and disease-causing toxins, boost your energy, lower and maintain your weight -- and change your life.

Holidays can be healthy! Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is tough enough, but when special occasions roll around most people throw up their hands and dive into the Super Bowl snacks, Fourth of July hot dogs, Halloween treats, and New Year’s champagne -- knowing they''ll regret it later. In Healthy Holidays, actress and healthy living expert Marilu Henner offers another choice. Here Marilu shows us how easy and fun it is to prepare healthy meals for family and friends for special occasions and holidays year-round. As in her other bestselling health books, Marilu throws out the red meat, dairy, and refined sugar and fills the kitchen with the freshest fruits, vegetables, grains, soy, seafood, poultry, and "legal" sugars. But denying ourselves is not on the agenda: Start the year right with delicious New Year''s Day recipes, such as Asian Grilled Salmon and Sautéed Asparagus with Shallots -- and pamper your guests with a spa party. Enjoy a romantic Valentine''s Day with Honey-Baked Chicken, Warm Wild Mushroom Salad -- and Cupid''s Chocolate Cake, made with healthy sugars to keep you in the mood. For a delicious Fourth of July picnic, pack some of these treats: Sugar Snap Pea and Cucumber Salad, Curried Tuna Salad, and Blueberry Cobbler with a Cornmeal Crust. Prepare a mouthwatering feast for Thanksgiving that gives a healthy start for the holiday season -- including Roast Turkey, Henner Holiday Dressing, Pecan Sweet Potatoes, and Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie. Along with hundreds of healthy recipes Healthy Holidays offers dozens of creative twists on our favorite celebrations: For exercise on Saint Patrick''s Day -- learn Irish step dancing! Act out a juicy scene with your partner for the Academy Awards. Throw a grab-bag Halloween party, and laugh as your husband ends up as Little Bo Peep. Explore the eight traditional themes of Hanukkah as an opportunity to incorporate healthy habits that could change your life. Learn the three habits that will keep your Christmas healthy -- and fill out the Henner Family Christmas Survey with your family! Healthy Holidays is your complete holiday planning resource for great celebrations the healthy way.

Parents often confuse love with overindulgence, afraid to subject their children to a moment of frustration or deprive them of anything they might desire. But in order to become resilient and responsible adults, children must learn that they can''t always get their way. Since motherhood is now her most important role, beloved actress Marilu Henner has often turned to Dr. Ruth Velikovsky Sharon, a highly respected psychoanalyst, for advice on raising her own children. This practical, accessible guidebook that they''ve compiled together shows parents how to: Establish parent-child contracts and effective methods of discipline Handle temper tantrums, bedtime issues, sibling rivalry, lying, and much more Help their children tolerate frustration and become comfortable with difficult feelings Filled with dozens of real-life questions, practical advice, and humorous anecdotes, I Refuse to Raise a Brat is a witty and useful resource to help parents raise secure and self-reliant children.

The actress presents an account of how her husband and she battled his cancer through various holistic treatments involving superfoods, exercises, and immunotherapies, explaining how the disease strengthened their bond and helped them to emerge happier and healthier.

It''s not enough just to live—you have to wear your life well! Learn how in this inspiring guide from New York Times bestselling author and beloved actress Marilu Henner. Ten years after actress Marilu started her bestselling Total Health Makeover series, she''s in better shape than ever—at peak health, working with a very active online community at Marilu.com, and celebrating life with her new husband, whom she helped to cure of cancer. Now she''s back with an inspiring guide to making your life work for you, whatever your age or condition. Are you happy? Are you living the life you want, or are you living for other people? Are you guided by your own plans or by the design of others? Do you see your life as a daily grind, or are you eager to face each day and every new challenge? Do you get along well with your family, friends, relatives, and coworkers, or do you harbor anger, resentment, or guilt? Are you working toward a dream, or are you daydreaming about not working? In essence, do you Wear Your Life Well? With the verve of a teenager and the wisdom of a sage, Marilu breaks down all the elements in our lives—our minds, our bodies, and the world around us—that can sabotage our progress, and helps us discover the best in ourselves. She pinpoints the often surprising ways we are compromising our lives and offers smart, sensible, healthy alternatives. And Marilu also includes a Booty Camp Life Blitz—a five-day jumpstart that uses the principles in the book in a very specific, directed way to get you a fresh start on the path to optimal wellness. So whether you need a major life change or simply want fresh ideas on improving your life, let Marilu be your cheerleader, muse, and guide.

A parents'' guide to feeding, nurturing, and inspiring children offers a host of useful information about all aspects of childhood.

Are you ready for a change? Spend a month with Marilu! "Health is not just about weight or appearance, but rather a much bigger picture. I really believe that you can''t be a healthy person unless everything is working together. Your body, your mind, your living space. Live in my world for 30 days and I promise you will feel better." -- Marilu

No es suficiente vivir, ¡tienes que vivir bien! Aprende cómo hacerlo en esta guía inspiradora de la autora bestseller del New York Times y adorada actriz Marilu Henner ¿Eres feliz? ¿Estás viviendo la vida que quieres o estás viviendo para otra gente? ¿Te llevas bien con tu familia, amigos, parientes y compañeros de trabajo, o albergas enojo, resentimiento o culpa? ¿Estás trabajando para conseguir un sueño o estás soñando despierto con no trabajar? En esencia, ¿vives bien? Con el brío de una adolescente y la profundidad de una sabia, Marilu desgrana todos los elementos de nuestras vidas—nuestras mentes, nuestros cuerpos y el mundo que nos rodea— que puedan sabotear nuestro progreso, y nos ayuda a descubrir lo mejor en nosotros mismos. Nos señala con exactitud las formas sorpresivas con las que a menudo nos perjudicamos y nos ofrece alternativas inteligentes, sensatas y saludables para vivir mejor. De modo que necesites o no un cambio grande en tu vida o si simplemente quieres mejorar tu vida, deja que Marilu sea tu animadora, musa y guía para vivir bien.

Holidays can be healthy! Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is tough enough, but when special occasions roll around most people throw up their hands and dive into the Super Bowl snacks, Fourth of July hot dogs, Halloween treats, and New Year’s champagne -- knowing they''ll regret it later. In Healthy Holidays, actress and healthy living expert Marilu Henner offers another choice. Here Marilu shows us how easy and fun it is to prepare healthy meals for family and friends for special occasions and holidays year-round. As in her other bestselling health books, Marilu throws out the red meat, dairy, and refined sugar and fills the kitchen with the freshest fruits, vegetables, grains, soy, seafood, poultry, and "legal" sugars. But denying ourselves is not on the agenda: Start the year right with delicious New Year''s Day recipes, such as Asian Grilled Salmon and Sautéed Asparagus with Shallots -- and pamper your guests with a spa party. Enjoy a romantic Valentine''s Day with Honey-Baked Chicken, Warm Wild Mushroom Salad -- and Cupid''s Chocolate Cake, made with healthy sugars to keep you in the mood. For a delicious Fourth of July picnic, pack some of these treats: Sugar Snap Pea and Cucumber Salad, Curried Tuna Salad, and Blueberry Cobbler with a Cornmeal Crust. Prepare a mouthwatering feast for Thanksgiving that gives a healthy start for the holiday season -- including Roast Turkey, Henner Holiday Dressing, Pecan Sweet Potatoes, and Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie. Along with hundreds of healthy recipes Healthy Holidays offers dozens of creative twists on our favorite celebrations: For exercise on Saint Patrick''s Day -- learn Irish step dancing! Act out a juicy scene with your partner for the Academy Awards. Throw a grab-bag Halloween party, and laugh as your husband ends up as Little Bo Peep. Explore the eight traditional themes of Hanukkah as an opportunity to incorporate healthy habits that could change your life. Learn the three habits that will keep your Christmas healthy -- and fill out the Henner Family Christmas Survey with your family! Healthy Holidays is your complete holiday planning resource for great celebrations the healthy way.