The story of one woman’s unique, four-year-long quest to banish melancholy and depression, find happiness and fulfillment, cultivate wellness, and ultimately create her best self—lessons anyone can use to pursue a healthier and more satisfied life. When Maria Borelius turned fifty-two, she hit menopause and her physical health began to decline. Feeling tired, sad, and depressed, she suffered from physical pain, including a lingering back ache. Fearful that this was a glimpse of what the future would be, she embarked on a personal odyssey, an exploratory journey that introduced her to a whole new style of living that would transform her body, mind, and soul – an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Maria began with science. She traveled the globe to meet medical and fitness experts in Canada, the United States, Denmark, India, and Sweden. She studied history, exploring the health secrets of ancient civilizations and religious sects with unexpected long life-spans. What she discovered helped her turn back her clock and find renewed energy, enthusiasm, and joy. She changed her eating habits, making plants the center of her diet. She got her body moving to strengthen her muscles and stimulate her mind. She also opened herself to the possibilities of the world around her, cultivating a sense of awe and wonder and an appreciation for glorious sunsets and more of the priceless beauty life offers. Health Revolution is the fascinating chronicle of one woman’s quest for knowledge and her desire to foster physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. Filled with inspiring and calming imagery and illustrations, this energizing motivational guide includes concrete and doable tips and recipes for everyone who wants to experience a stronger, happier, and more youthful version of themselves.

Advice on getting healthy, including information on what is keeping us ill.

Dr. Atkins' Diet Revolution,Dr. Atkins' Superenergy Diet, andDr. Atkins' Nutrition Breakthroughushered in a new era in the way we look at health and nutrition. Now, in his most important book to date, the noted physician and best-selling author calls for dramatic changed in conventional medicine and reveals the "new medicine" of the future that us already working wonders for thousands of patients today! Dr. Atkins' Health Revolutionoffers readers a powerful new program based on a low-carbohydrate/low-sugar diet combined with nutritional supplements, biologic medicines, and the latest breakthroughs in mainstream medicine that can produce a level of health and fitness that conventional medicine alone can't offer. Dr. Atkins calls this revolutionary approach "complementary"--and explains how it is the way we will all be treated...ten years from now! Using patient-tested therapies and treatments from a wide variety of healing arts, Dr. Atkins presents a commonsense guide to alternative medicine that works. Here is the latest information on: The crucial connection between diabetes and carbohydrates. >A simple, effectivedrug-freeway to prevent headaches. Treating PMS. fibroids, and other female problemswithoutsurgery andwithouthormones. The role of chelation and EDTA therapy in treating cardiovascular disease. The many causes andmany curesof irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Plus the Atkins Center's nutritional prescriptions for insomnia, hypertension, arthritis, osteoporosis, allergies, and much, much more!

My wish for you is to enjoy the vibrant energy that flows through you when you “nourish” your body & mind. Nourishment is the ultimate purpose of food. In this programme, I will show you how to consistently eat in a way that elevates your mind, energizes your body, & transforms your life, & how to do this freely because you ‘want’ to, not because you ‘have’ to.

Newly revised and updated, this electrifying guide has been praised by doctors, health experts, and readers who have taken their own self-health challenge. Describing himself as “an ordinary guy who discovered an extraordinary secret,” which he now feels compelled to share with everyone, J. Michael Zenn completely changed his own life when he began a quest to get healthy. With some simple but profound improvements to his diet and everyday habits, Zenn lost fifty pounds and six inches off his waist and—within just a few months—felt and looked younger than he had in two decades. So he quit his job and spent a year reading 200 books and interviewing experts in order to write about the powerful message he calls “the self-health revolution.” In this inspiring book, Zenn reveals: • The hidden ingredient in our food that makes us fat • The Tsunami of Diabesity (obesity + diabetes) that threatens our health, our health-care system, and our economy • Three simple things you can do to get fit and stay thin • A forgotten remedy that can get rid of your aches and pains • One thing you can do now to help extend your life • The little-known reason most people feel tired and run down • How unhappiness and stress can take years off your life • The Number 3 killer that nobody wants to talk about • A cure that your doctor may not know about or can’t tell you Now you can join the revolution of self-health throughout America. Take the 10-day challenge. You’ll lose weight, keep it off, feel better, and have more energy than you thought possible.

Cutting-edge science is coming to a startling realization. The bulk of our most lethal diseases have a common underlying cause: persistent inflammation, an over-active reaction of our natural immune system function resulting in cell and tissue destruction. This persistent inflammation is triggered by our industrial lifestyles, including exposure to chemicals, synthetic food ingredients, pollution and processed foods. "Researchers are linking inflammation to an ever-wider array of chronic illnesses," reports Newsweek's Anne Underwood. "Suddenly medical puzzles seem to be fitting together, such as why hypertension puts patients at increased risk of Alzheimer's, or why rheumatoid-arthritis sufferers have higher rates of sudden cardiac death. They're all connected on some fundamental level." But inflammation, and the risks of chronic diseases it brings, can be managed. Lifestyle and nutritional change is part of the answer. But the other part of the answer lies with ground-breaking information from the newest field of science—nutrigenomics. Nutrigenomics is the science of how your genes interact with nutrients. It is the study of how DNA and the genetic code affect a person's need for certain nutrients and help maintain optimal health throughout life. The Optimal Health Revolution combines leading-edge science — including 600 scientific references — with an easy to read, conversational writing style that make this critical information accessible to every reader. Relevant to both the researcher and medical doctor interested in the latest science and the casual reader looking to improve his or her health, The Optimal Health Revolution makes a critical contribution to our understanding of health.

Pioneering cardiologist and #1 bestselling author Agatston presents a proven program for preventing heart attacks and strokes, and helps readers to assess their cardiac risks, avoid unnecessary surgery, and beat the odds of suffering from cardiovascular disease.

Introducing "The Gut Health Revolution". This guide explors various aspects of gut health and the microbiome. It aims to educate readers on how one's gastrointestinal health impacts overall wellbeing, and provides strategies to optimize the gut microbiome. The guide begins with an introduction to the microbiome - the complex community of microorganisms residing in our digestive tract. It highlights the microbiome's diversity, its role in immune function, mental health, metabolism, etc. It emphasizes the need to support gut health through lifestyle factors like diet, stress management, and reducing toxin exposure. Several chapters detail how the gut influences specific aspects of health. The "Gut-Brain Connection" chapter examines how the gut microbiome affects mental health via pathways like the vagus nerve and production of neurotransmitters. "The Role of Diet" chapter discusses how food choices directly impact gut bacteria populations and recommends personalized nutrition. Other chapters explore gut health's role in immunity, weight management, skin health, etc. In terms of critiquing the document, it provides a reasonable overview of current scientific knowledge on how the microbiome and gut health influence human health and disease. However, the writing style is more colloquial than academic in tone and language. There is a lack of in-text citations linking specific statements to published research. The document would benefit from a more evidence-based approach with references. The latter part of the document provides actionable strategies for improving gut health through probiotics, prebiotics, diet, and lifestyle changes. This practical advice for readers is a strength. However, the recommendations are broad and not tailored to individual needs. Personalization is crucial in gut microbiome modulation. In summary, this guide covers fundamentals of the gut microbiome and its health impacts reasonably well, but has room for improvement in academic rigor and personalization of gut healing recommendations. It serves as an acceptable starting point for educating general readers about the growing importance of gut health.

In a world where mental health has traditionally been marginalized, this book presents itself as a necessary revolution. It explores how our societies have failed to understand and address mental health issues and offers a transformative vision for the future. Through current research, moving stories, and deep analysis, the author leads us to question established norms and consider a more humane and effective approach. This book not only informs but also inspires action and change, advocating for a mental health system that is inclusive, accessible, and compassionate. It is a must-read for anyone wishing to understand the current state of mental health and how we can collectively improve it.