Healing with Whole Foods, Third Edition

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A comprehensive, personalized path to whole-body health—for more than 20 years, Paul Pitchford's Healing with Whole Foods has been the bestselling go-to resource for readers seeking real answers about nutrition, wellness, and longevity. This landmark book bridges ancient food wisdom with modern science—including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Ayurveda, and nutritional science concepts—and presents them in a way that's practical and accessible for everyday use. At its core is a powerful premise: Food is “foundation medicine.” And when you learn how to make nourishing, nutritious choices that are aligned with your own individualized constitution, a whole foods-forward diet can prevent illness, address degenerative disease, support physical health, and bring your mind-body wellness back into balance. Drawing on the eight principles of diagnosis—yin, yang, and the six divisions of heat/cold; interior/exterior; excess/deficiency; and qi vitality, Pitchford teaches you to recognize patterns of imbalance and guides you to choose foods that restore harmony and vitality. This book is grounded in the simple but potent truth that your health isn’t a one-size-fits-all prescription: it’s a dynamic equilibrium shaped by age, climate, season, environmental factors, and your unique needs. Pitchford also uses a five-element system—earth, fire, metal, wood, and water—to map connections between organs, emotions, seasons, and physical symptoms, offering targeted dietary guidelines for managing blood sugar, enhancing your immune system, and combating infections and degenerative conditions. Comprehensively researched and deeply practical, Healing with Whole Foods has sold more than 650,000 copies worldwide and continues to serve as an enduring classic for readers wishing to build common-sense strategies for a healthy, holistic life.
ASIN: 1556434308
VSKU: DBV.1556434308.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Pitchford, Paul
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!
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