20 Best Books About Health (Jan 2023 Update)

This work presents the results of a monumental study of diet and death rates from cancer in more than 6,500 adults across china and taiwan and explains the study's significance and what it reveals about the implications of poor nutrition. while revealing that proper nutrition can have a dramatic effect on reducing and reversing these ailments as well as obesity, this text calls into question the practices of many of the current dietary programs, such as the atkins diet, that enjoy widespread popularity in the west. the impact of the politics of nutrition and the efforts of special interest groups on the creation and dissemination of public information on nutrition are also discussed.

Why do some people age in failing health and sadness, while others grow old with vitality and joy? through the example of four very different cultures that have the distinction of producing some of the world’s healthiest, oldest people, robbins reveals the secrets for living an extended and fulfilling life in which our later years become a period of wisdom, vitality, and happiness. from abkhasia in the caucasus south of russia, where age is beauty, and vilcabamba in the andes of south america, where laughter is the greatest medicine, to hunza in central asia, where dance is ageless, and finally the southern japanese islands of okinawa, the modern shangri-la, where people regularly live beyond a century, robbins examines how the unique lifestyles of these peoples can influence and improve our own.bringing the traditions of these ancient and vibrantly healthy cultures together with the latest breakthroughs in medical science, robbins reveals that, remarkably, they both point in the same direction. the result is an inspirational synthesis of years of research into healthy aging in which robbins has isolated the characteristics that will enable us to live long and–most important–joyous lives. with an emphasis on simple, wholesome, but satisfying fare, and the addition of a manageable daily exercise routine, many people can experience great improvement in the quality of their lives now and for many years to come. but perhaps more surprising is robbins’ discovery that it is not diet and exercise alone that helps people to live well past one hundred. the quality of personal relationships is enormously important. with startling medical evidence about the effects of our interactions with others, robbins asserts that loneliness has more impact on lifespan than such known vices as smoking. there is clearly a strong beneficial power to love and connection.“ john robbins has inspired millions of people with his eloquent, clear, compassionate, and insightful guidance on the path to health and fulfillment. healthy at 100 may be his finest work to date. if you are interested in extending your health span as well as your life span, read this book! healthy at 100 is a masterpiece.”–dean ornish, m.d., president and director of the preventive medicine research institute, author of dr. dean ornish’s program for reversing heart disease“this is a remarkably open and heartfelt book full of wisdom and love by an extraordinary man who has been teaching us how to live more healthy and compassionate lives for over twenty years now. john robbins has created a new vision of aging for american society.”–john mackey, ceo, whole foods“john robbins is one of the most important voices in america today. he cuts through nonsense like no one else does. he gives hope like no one else does. his words are lifelines for both the body and soul. this book can literally save our lives.”–marianne williamson, author of a return to love and a woman’s worth“healthy at 100 is a marvelous blend of wisdom, hope, courage, and common sense. john robbins gives us caring, science, and inspiration–a beautiful diet for the heart.”–jack kornfield, co-founder of the insight meditation society and spirit rock, author of a path with heart“as the low-carb diet craze is gone, john robbins proposes a far healthier approach that leads not just to a healthy weight but also to a joyful and fulfilled life. his unique experiences and viewpoints were the reasons i wanted him to be in my film super size me. this book only reinforces my faith in him as a thought-provoking humanitarian.”–morgan spurlock, producer and director of super size me

The instant new york times bestsellerby the acclaimed author of in the realm of hungry ghosts, a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing.in this revolutionary book, renowned physician gabor maté eloquently dissects how in western countries that pride themselves on their healthcare systems, chronic illness and general ill health are on the rise. nearly 70 percent of americans are on at least one prescription drug; more than half take two. in canada, every fifth person has high blood pressure. in europe, hypertension is diagnosed in more than 30 percent of the population. and everywhere, adolescent mental illness is on the rise. so what is really “normal” when it comes to health? over four decades of clinical experience, maté has come to recognize the prevailing understanding of “normal” as false, neglecting the roles that trauma and stress, and the pressures of modern-day living, exert on our bodies and our minds at the expense of good health. for all our expertise and technological sophistication, western medicine often fails to treat the whole person, ignoring how today’s culture stresses the body, burdens the immune system, and undermines emotional balance. now maté brings his perspective to the great untangling of common myths about what makes us sick, connects the dots between the maladies of individuals and the declining soundness of society—and offers a compassionate guide for health and healing. cowritten with his son daniel, the myth of normal is maté’s most ambitious and urgent book yet.

Reid guides a whirlwind tour of successful health care systems worldwide, revealing possible paths toward u.s. reform. in the healing of america, new york times bestselling author t. reid shows how all the other industrialized democracies have achieved something the united states can't seem to do: provide health care for everybody at a reasonable cost. in his global quest to find a possible prescription, reid visits wealthy, free market, industrialized democracies like our own—including france, germany, japan, the u.k., and canada—where he finds inspiration in example. reid shares evidence from doctors, government officials, health care experts, and patients the world over, finding that foreign health care systems give everybody quality care at an affordable cost. and that dreaded monster “socialized medicine” turns out to be a myth. many developed countries provide universal coverage with private doctors, private hospitals, and private insurance. in addition to long-established systems, reid also studies countries that have carried out major health care reform. the first question facing these countries—and the united states, for that matter—is an ethical issue: is health care a human right? the healing of america lays bare the moral question at the heart of our troubled system, dissecting the misleading rhetoric surrounding the health care debate. reid sees problems elsewhere, too: he finds poorly paid doctors in japan, endless lines in canada, mistreated patients in britain, spartan facilities in france. still, all the other rich countries operate at a lower cost, produce better health statistics, and cover everybody. in the end, the healing of america is a good news book: it finds models around the world that americans can borrow to guarantee health care for everybody who needs it.

Avoid side-effects, drug interactions and high medical costs. in a world where your health seems lost somewhere between big business, insurance companies and government red tape, the all-new 14th edition of healthy healing offers a new choice. you are the real champion of your health, not your doctor or even your naturopath. this is the only book on the market which allows you to customise your own personalised natural health program for more than 400 ailments. healthy healing offers step-by-step recommendations on the foods you put on your table, the supplements you purchase, and the stress-relieving therapies and exercises you choose for healing. natural remedies work — by themselves or with conventional protocols — for many health concerns. for over 25 years, "healthy healing" has proven this philosophy and is america's original guide to natural healing.

New york times bestsellerbusiness book of the year–association of business journalistsfrom the new york times bestselling author comes an eye-opening, urgent look at america’s broken health care system–and the people who are saving it–now with a new afterword by the author." a must-read for every american." –steve forbes, editor-in-chief, forbesone in five americans now has medical debt in collections and rising health care costs today threaten every small business in america. dr. makary, one of the nation’s leading health care experts, travels across america and details why health care has become a bubble. dr. makary shows how so much of health care spending goes to things that have nothing to do with health and what you can do about it. dr. the movement to restore medicine to its mission, makary argues, is alive and well–a mission that can rebuild the public trust and save our country from the crushing cost of health care.

New york times bestseller – a gorgeously illustrated deep dive into the immune system that will forever change how you think about your body, from the creator of the popular science you – tube channel kurzgesagt—in a nutshell “through wonderful analogies and a genius for clarifying complex ideas, immune is a truly brilliant introduction to the human body’s vast system for fighting infections and other threats.”—john green, #1 new york times bestselling author of the fault in our stars – you wake up and feel a tickle in your throat. your head hurts. you’re mildly annoyed as you get the kids ready for school and dress for work yourself. meanwhile, an epic war is being fought, just below your skin. millions are fighting and dying for you to be able to complain as you head out the door. but most of us never really stop to ask: what even is our immune system? second only to the human brain in its complexity, it is one of the oldest and most critical facets of life on earth. without it, you would die within days. in immune, philipp dettmer, the brains behind the most popular science channel on you – tube, takes readers on a journey through the fortress of the human body and its defenses. there is a constant battle of staggering scale raging within us, full of stories of invasion, strategy, defeat, and noble self-sacrifice. in fact, in the time you’ve been reading this, your immune system has probably identified and eradicated a cancer cell that started to grow in your body. – each chapter delves into an element of the immune system, including defenses like antibodies and inflammation as well as threats like bacteria, allergies, and cancer, as dettmer reveals why boosting your immune system is actually nonsense, how parasites sneak their way past your body’s defenses, how viruses work, and what goes on in your wounds when you cut yourself. – enlivened by engaging full-color graphics and immersive descriptions, immune turns one of the most intricate, interconnected, and confusing subjects—immunology—into a gripping adventure through an astonishing alien landscape. immune is a vital and remarkably fun crash course in what is arguably, and increasingly, the most important system in the body.

Are you really what you eat? montgomery and anne biklé take us far beyond the well-worn adage to deliver a new truth: the roots of good health start on farms. what your food ate marshals evidence from recent and forgotten science to illustrate how the health of the soil ripples through to that of crops, livestock, and ultimately us. the long-running partnerships through which crops and soil life nourish one another suffuse plant and animal foods in the human diet with an array of compounds and nutrients our bodies need to protect us from pathogens and chronic ailments. unfortunately, conventional agricultural practices unravel these vital partnerships and thereby undercut our well-being. can farmers and ranchers produce enough nutrient-dense food to feed us all? with their trademark thoroughness and knack for integrating information across numerous scientific fields, montgomery and biklé chart the way forward. navigating discoveries and epiphanies about the world beneath our feet, they reveal why regenerative farming practices hold the key to healing sick soil and untapped potential for improving human health. humanity’s hallmark endeavors of agriculture and medicine emerged from our understanding of the natural world—and still depend on it. montgomery and biklé eloquently update this fundamental reality and show us why what’s good for the land is good for us, too. what your food ate is a must-read for farmers, eaters, chefs, doctors, and anyone concerned with reversing the modern epidemic of chronic diseases and mitigating climate change.

International bestsellerthis is a most important book, both for patient and physician. it could save your life.–peter levine, ph – d, bestselling author of in an unspoken voice – now in paperback, the bestselling exploration of the effects of the mind-body connection on stress and disease. – can a person literally die of loneliness? is there such a thing as a cancer personality? drawing on scientific research and the author's decades of experience as a practicing physician, this book provides answers to these and other important questions about the effect of the mind-body link on illness and health and the role that stress and one's individual emotional makeup play in an array of common diseases. – explores the role of the mind-body link in conditions and diseases such as arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, ibs, and multiple sclerosis – draws on medical research and the author's clinical experience as a family physician – includes the seven a's of healing-principles of healing and the prevention of illness from hidden stress shares dozens of enlightening case studies and stories, including those of people such as lou gehrig (als), betty ford (breast cancer), ronald reagan (alzheimer's), gilda radner (ovarian cancer), and lance armstrong (testicular cancer)an international bestseller translated into fifteen languages, when the body says no promotes learning and healing, providing transformative insights into how disease can be the body's way of saying no to what the mind cannot or will not acknowledge.

Meeting the demands of your busy life may leave little time for you to focus on maintaining your personal well-being. but it is important to remember that each part of you-mind, body, and emotions-serves a purpose in god's exciting plan for your future. embracing a healthier lifestyle will help you fully experience all the good things he has in store for you. joyce meyer, #1 new york times bestselling author, understands that modern life is hectic and has created a practical plan for achieving good health, one day at a time. her easy-to-use 12-key plan for good health will help you develop life-changing habits for a healthier lifestyle, no matter what your current level of health. by following her simple, yet effective tips on eating, exercise, rest, and stress management, you will unlock a new level of well-being, empowering you to live the fulfilling life you were meant to lead. derived from material previously published in look great, feel great.

Named a best book of the year by the washington post, the new york times book review, npr, and chicago tribune, now in paperback with a new reading group guidemedicine has triumphed in modern times, transforming the dangers of childbirth, injury, and disease from harrowing to manageable. but when it comes to the inescapable realities of aging and death, what medicine can do often runs counter to what it should.through eye-opening research and gripping stories of his own patients and family, gawande reveals the suffering this dynamic has produced. nursing homes, devoted above all to safety, battle with residents over the food they are allowed to eat and the choices they are allowed to make. doctors, uncomfortable discussing patients' anxieties about death, fall back on false hopes and treatments that are actually shortening lives instead of improving them.in his bestselling books, atul gawande, a practicing surgeon, has fearlessly revealed the struggles of his profession. here he examines its ultimate limitations and failures—in his own practices as well as others'—as life draws to a close. riveting, honest, and humane, being mortal shows how the ultimate goal is not a good death but a good life—all the way to the very end.

In this #1 new york times bestseller, a renowned cardiologist explains how eliminating wheat from our diets can prevent fat storage, shrink unsightly bulges, and reverse myriad health problems.every day, over 200 million americans consume food products made of wheat. as a result, over 100 million of them experience some form of adverse health effect, ranging from minor rashes and high blood sugar to the unattractive stomach bulges that preventive cardiologist william davis calls "wheat bellies." in wheat belly, davis exposes the harmful effects of what is actually a product of genetic tinkering and agribusiness being sold to the american public as "wheat"—and provides readers with a user-friendly, step-by-step plan to navigate a new, wheat-free lifestyle.informed by cutting-edge science and nutrition, along with case studies from men and women who have experienced life-changing transformations in their health after waving goodbye to wheat, wheat belly is an illuminating look at what is truly making americans sick and an action plan to clear our plates of this seemingly benign ingredient.

Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science. the book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. this new edition presents additional illustrations to enhance understanding of key concepts, including pathophysiology and diagnostics. included for the first time is an introduction to surface anatomy, while other updating reflects current scientific knowledge and developments, including coronavirus. enhanced learning features and an extensive online resource help you grasp all the important areas. like millions of readers before you, you will treasure ross & wilson as a go-to resource that you will refer to time and again to support this critical aspect of your healthcare education. clear and easy to read – suitable for students new to the area and anyone whose first language is not english hundreds of stunning illustrations and images to make learning easy helpful learning features such as learning outcomes boxes, colour coding and orientation icons to facilitate navigation definitions of common prefixes, suffixes and roots, examples, glossary and an appendix of normal biological values self-assessment activities in each chapter, including 'spot check' questions for each section and case studies with answers to develop understanding of key principles accompanying website with animations, videos, audio-glossary and other self-assessment material evolve study resources online content offered with ross & wilson anatomy and physiology in health and illness 14th edition includes: new for this edition – a set of expert-narrated 3d videos summarizing key topics in the book, powered by complete anatomy: the world's most advanced 3d anatomy platform over 120 animations clarifying underlying principles and make learning fun more than 1700 audio glossary entries body spectrum online colouring and self-test software self-assessment questions to help students test their knowledge

In this extraordinary book, adelle davis, the nation's most highly regarded nutritionist, advises the millions who suffer from illness how to select the best foods that contain the most needed nutrients for repairing and rebuilding a sick body. whether your trouble is arthritis, anemia, diabetes, heart attacks, infections, kidney or liver ailments, allergies, sexual problems, or almost any known disease, miss davis outlines a nutritional program to aid recuperation. she includes all the practical aspects of planning diets, her renowned anti stress formula, and invaluable tables of food composition. the tragedy of illness is that it prevents the full expression of outgoing, healthy emotions and creative ability. here is a treasury of advanced nutritional information written in clear, layman's terms and backed by medical references. it will guide you to renewed health–get you well and keep you well. "the vast majority of sick persons, if given a ray of hope, will make every effort to recover. a nutritionist discusses the values of certain food and vitamins in curing disease and maintaining good health .

Go from surviving to thriving! if you've ever tried to lose weight only to gain it back, dr. a's habits of health offers a life-changing breakthrough that shows you not only how to reach and maintain your healthy weight, but how to create a life of renewed vibrancy, health, and spirit all under the easy-to-follow guidance of one of america s most esteemed and compassionate practitioners of weight loss and optimal health. join thousands of people worldwide who've gone from discouragement to confidence, from depletion to unimaginable vitality and discover how you can live better, happier, and healthier into your eighties, nineties, and beyond

Usa today bestseller * wall street journal bestseller * instant international bestseller improve all areas of your health—your sleep, cravings, mood, energy, skin, weight—and even slow down aging with easy, science-based hacks to manage your blood sugar while still eating the foods you love.glucose, or blood sugar, is a tiny molecule in our body that has a huge impact on our health. ninety percent of us suffer from too much glucose in our system—and most of us don't know it. the symptoms? cravings, fatigue, infertility, hormonal issues, acne, wrinkles… and over time, the development of conditions like type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovarian syndrome, cancer, dementia, and heart disease. drawing on cutting-edge science and her own pioneering research, biochemist jessie inchauspé offers ten simple, surprising hacks to help you balance your glucose levels and reverse your symptoms—without going on a diet or giving up the foods you love. for example: * how eating foods in the right order will make you lose weight effortlessly * what secret ingredient will allow you to eat dessert and still go into fat-burning mode * what small change to your breakfast will unlock energy and cut your cravings both entertaining, informative, and packed with the latest scientific data, this book presents a new way to think about better health. glucose revolution is chock-full of tips that can drastically and immediately improve your life, whatever your dietary preferences.

New york times bestseller“this book may help those who are susceptible to illnesses that can be prevented.”—his holiness the dalai lama“absolutely the best book i’ve read on nutrition and diet” –dan buettner, author of the blue zones solution – from the physician behind the wildly popular nutrition facts website, how not to die reveals the groundbreaking scientific evidence behind the only diet that can help prevent and reverse many of the causes of disease-related death. michael greger, the internationally-renowned nutrition expert, physician, and founder of nutrition – the simple truth is that most doctors are good at treating acute illnesses but bad at preventing chronic disease. the fifteen leading causes of death claim the lives of 1.6 million americans annually. this doesn't have to be the case. by following dr. greger's advice, all of it backed up by strong scientific evidence, you will learn which foods to eat and which lifestyle changes to make to live longer. – history of prostate cancer in your family? put down that glass of milk and add flaxseed to your diet whenever you can. have high blood pressure? hibiscus tea can work better than a leading hypertensive drug-and without the side effects. fighting off liver disease? drinking coffee can reduce liver inflammation. battling breast cancer? consuming soy is associated with prolonged survival. worried about heart disease (the number 1 killer in the united states)? switch to a whole-food, plant-based diet, which has been repeatedly shown not just to prevent the disease but often stop it in its tracks. – in addition to showing what to eat to help treat the top fifteen causes of death, how not to die includes dr.

From the #1 new york times best-selling author of celery juice and liver rescue, here's everything you need to know about cleansing to transform your health–and your life. – if you think you don't have any need to do a cleanse–if you're sure you couldn't possibly be harboring any toxins in your body–think again. – cleansing is a vital tool for fighting against these burdens–as long as you go about it the right way. that's why you need this book. anthony william, the medical medium, has placed a vast wealth of insight and information into a one-stop resource for cleansing of all kinds, starting with his acclaimed nine-day 3:6:9 cleanse and expanding into life-saving protocols for specific health needs–including an anti-bug cleanse, a morning cleanse, and a heavy metal detox. – you'll discover:how to choose the cleanse that's right for you – a deep dive into the causes of your symptoms and conditions – critical cleanse dos and don'ts, including modifications and substitutions – the truth about trendy topics such as intermittent fasting and the microbiome – a guide to supplements you may choose to add to your cleanse – the physical reasons why cleansing can be an emotional experience – more than 75 recipes and sample menus to get you through your medical medium cleanse – spiritual and soul support to remind you that healing is possible "the cleanses in this book speak to what's truly going wrong inside of our bodies that no trendy lifestyle approach can ever address," anthony writes. "have compassion for yourself and know that your suffering is not your fault. your struggles are not your fault. you're accomplishing great things every single hour and day as you work on your healing process with the powerful tools in this book. i believe you can heal."

From the #1 new york times best-selling author of celery juice and liver rescue, here's everything you need to know about cleansing to transform your health–and your life. – if you think you don't have any need to do a cleanse–if you're sure you couldn't possibly be harboring any toxins in your body–think again. – cleansing is a vital tool for fighting against these burdens–as long as you go about it the right way. that's why you need this book. anthony william, the medical medium, has placed a vast wealth of insight and information into a one-stop resource for cleansing of all kinds, starting with his acclaimed nine-day 3:6:9 cleanse and expanding into life-saving protocols for specific health needs–including an anti-bug cleanse, a morning cleanse, and a heavy metal detox. – you'll discover:how to choose the cleanse that's right for you – a deep dive into the causes of your symptoms and conditions – critical cleanse dos and don'ts, including modifications and substitutions – the truth about trendy topics such as intermittent fasting and the microbiome – a guide to supplements you may choose to add to your cleanse – the physical reasons why cleansing can be an emotional experience – more than 75 recipes and sample menus to get you through your medical medium cleanse – spiritual and soul support to remind you that healing is possible "the cleanses in this book speak to what's truly going wrong inside of our bodies that no trendy lifestyle approach can ever address," anthony writes. "have compassion for yourself and know that your suffering is not your fault. your struggles are not your fault. you're accomplishing great things every single hour and day as you work on your healing process with the powerful tools in this book. i believe you can heal."

New york times bestseller“this book may help those who are susceptible to illnesses that can be prevented.”—his holiness the dalai lama“absolutely the best book i’ve read on nutrition and diet” –dan buettner, author of the blue zones solution – from the physician behind the wildly popular nutrition facts website, how not to die reveals the groundbreaking scientific evidence behind the only diet that can help prevent and reverse many of the causes of disease-related death. michael greger, the internationally-renowned nutrition expert, physician, and founder of nutrition – the simple truth is that most doctors are good at treating acute illnesses but bad at preventing chronic disease. the fifteen leading causes of death claim the lives of 1.6 million americans annually. this doesn't have to be the case. by following dr. greger's advice, all of it backed up by strong scientific evidence, you will learn which foods to eat and which lifestyle changes to make to live longer. – history of prostate cancer in your family? put down that glass of milk and add flaxseed to your diet whenever you can. have high blood pressure? hibiscus tea can work better than a leading hypertensive drug-and without the side effects. fighting off liver disease? drinking coffee can reduce liver inflammation. battling breast cancer? consuming soy is associated with prolonged survival. worried about heart disease (the number 1 killer in the united states)? switch to a whole-food, plant-based diet, which has been repeatedly shown not just to prevent the disease but often stop it in its tracks. – in addition to showing what to eat to help treat the top fifteen causes of death, how not to die includes dr.