Food and Healing

Yes, you are what you eat. For those questioning why serious illnesses persist despite advanced medicine, this work is essential. It serves as a practical and supportive guide for making informed dietary choices that can transform lives. The author, Annemarie Colbin, founder of New York's Natural Gourmet Cookery School, emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility for health, advocating for a shift away from reliance on modern medicine, which often focuses on treatment rather than prevention. Colbin illustrates that eating well is fundamental to better health. Drawing from a diverse range of sources—from Eastern philosophy to contemporary medical research—she debunks myths surrounding the “Standard American Diet” and various unhealthy food trends. The book explores crucial topics, including how food influences our moods, the healing properties of specific foods, the role of diet in illness prevention, and how to customize dietary approaches to individual needs. Medical professionals endorse the work as an excellent resource for understanding the connection between diet and well-being. It is a well-considered examination of the vital relationship between what we consume and our overall health.