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Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to Your Physical and Spiritual Well-Being (精装)
by Andrew Weil, M.D.
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A must read for the average person who is trying to gain insight on healthy living from diet, herbal supplements, stress reduction and exercise. |
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Gary Weatherspoon (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
This book offers a lot of wise and thoughtful information and perspectives. I like the respect he shows for viewpoints with which he does not agree but treats them respectfully anyway and lets the reader decide what to pursue. The principal flaw in the book is that he operates from a basic point of view that one diet and general health plan fits all. Other books show that a diet fitted to blood type is more appropriate, and there are simply different strokes for different folks. He seems to think that everything that works for him will work for everyone else. But much of what he suggests will be good for many people. His diet information is more suited for blood type As than for blood type Os. And the blood type differentiation of how people differ genetically is just a starting point regarding which I wish more people would pursue to a more sophicsticated level, but it seems that even a complex medical science cannot handle simple individual variation with any degree of accuracy and appropriateness. |
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Richardo (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
My wife and I bought three books recently to help re-charge our health and fitness motivation. They were: Slow Burn by Fredrick Hahn, and then two books recommended by a health guru friend, Joe X by Avery Hunicutt, and this book, Healthy Aging by Andrew Weil. To make a long story short we gave thumbs-down to the Slow Burn workout (too painful) and thumbs-up to the Joe X workout(something we enjoy doing). As for Healthy Aging, with some embarrassment, I highly recommend this book. I say with embarrasment because, while I had never read any of Dr. Weil's previous books, I used to think he was some kind of a new-age nut & berry quack. I'm guilty of judging books by their cover; not used to associating a portly, bearded, bald guy with fitness. I was wrong and now publicly appologize for my pig-headedness. He may eat nuts and berries, but he's definitely not a quack, and now I wouldn't be surprised if he out lives all of us.
The book is much more grounded on hard science than I expected. And though there is a good amount of science in the book, there is nothing to fear. Dr. Weil has an engaging and polished writing style. He not only makes it easy for the lay person to follow along, but he makes medical research an interesting story, an enjoyable read. I now understand why his books have become so popular: he knows how to communicate. The first hint that my opinion of him was all wet was his discussion of the battle going on behind the scenes between the hard core medical researchers and the "fountain of youth" profiteers (my term, not his). I expected the author to side with those that believed the aging process could at least be suspended if not reversed. To my surprise he did not. In fact the underlying theme of the entire book is that people are making a mistake if they lead their lives as if life extension and age reversing technology are upon us. He makes a strong technical case and almost a desperate plea to not succumb to the snake oil. His recommendation is to forget about anti-aging schemes and avoid obscesing about life extension. Instead he says to focus on preventing or minimizing the impact of age-related disease and how to age gracefully. It may not be the message we want to hear but I suspect it is the more correct choice. In any case, I found Dr. Weil's telling of the political battle taking place fascinating, and it makes it easier to understand what's going on with the sensationalizing headlines and sales pitches I see in the popular press and TV.
I next expected the book to be all generalities with few specifics my wife and I could actually do to help us "age gracefully." I was wrong again. The second half of the book is filled with actionable specifics, much having to do with diet, but many other non-diet matters as well. Some times he would get very specific, e.g. not just any olive oil but what kind of olive oil, that kind of thing. Throughout the book I was impressed by how the author always gave both sides of an argument in seemingly unbiased fashion before giving his recommendation and why. And I learned quite a few things I didn't know. One small example: I've noted how popular press diet doctors have steered folks away from carrots because of their higher glycemic index number. Dr. Weil explains why this doesn't make a lot of sense (better to make choices based on glycemic load number, not glycemic index number).
Finally, there is another underlying theme in this book that I think has a lot of merit: Dr. Weil puts much faith (based on science of course) in the concept of minimizing and managing inflammation in the body. As always he explains what it is, why it happens, the good, the bad, and then why he recommends what he does with regard to diet, medication, and exercise. My wife and I also now understand why our guru friend recommended the two books he did, as they are very complimentary. For all I know we are the last two people that had never read an Andrew Weil book, and all this is old news to you. If not, order yourself a copy or get to the library now.
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An American reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
If you have not read one of Dr. Weil's books before, I think you will enjoy his writing style. His tone is very conversational, you feel as though you are talking to a friend while you are reading his books, this one included. Dr. Weil has a gift for taking a dry and complicated subject and explaining it in a manner that anyone can understand. The purpose of this book is NOT to stop aging, but rather to prevent or minimize the impact of age-related disease, to learn how to live long and well, and to age gracefully.
The doctor does a wonderful job of explaining why and how we age. Even without an educational background in the sciences I was able to comprehend advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and how they cross link (form abnormal bonds) to adjacent protein strands leading to inflammatory and autoimmune responses. If you have been reading much about nutrition or health lately you know that inflammation is the new "hot topic" in medicine linked to almost everything. According to Cardiologists inflammation is more important in determining heart health than cholesterol. After reading Dr. Weil's explanation of inflammatory response this concept now makes much more sense to me.
Dr. Weil explains in great detail which nutrients the body requires to function properly and how to incorporate them into your life. He also goes into much detail about dietary suggestions. These are pretty much what you would expect, but he does a thorough job of explaining why he is making these recommendations, which I personally find very helpful.
The doctor also goes into great detail regarding his recommendations for physical activity and how this should change as we age. The concept of a pool disinfected without chlorine was new to me, and one that I was very happy to know is an option.
If you want to age gracefully, but feel as though you need more information, this is a wonderful book on the subject. I highly recommend this book to baby boomers looking for information on how to minimize or eliminate the impact of disease in our lives as we grow older. |
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Barbara Best (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
Dr. Andrew Weil's new book Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to Your Physical and Spiritual Well-Being certainly lives up to its name. Written in an easy to read format with many helpful references, Dr. Weil covers all aspects of aging thoroughly. His expertise comes to us in a friendly, caring manner. I read this book from cover to cover upon receipt and find myself referring to it practically every day for help with all questions related to the maintenance of my health as I do my best to age in the best way possible. |
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An American reader (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
Healthy Aging by author and health-maintenance advisor Andrew Weil is an interesting book which encourages readers to suppress their fears of aging relative to the physical detriments that accompany the process. In this book, he explores a variety of methods by which readers can follow to keep themselves in a physically sound state including an uptake of herbs and vitamins designed for countering aging effects, a well- balanced diet, exercise, and mindful meditation. Weil also devotes a portion of the book to the protection and maintenance of one's immune system by offering a special diet designed for helping the body acclimate to the changes brought on by time.
In this book, Weil teaches us some of the ways in which the body ages relative to the influences of one's genes, environment, and emotions. He also reminds us that aging is a non-irreversible, inevitable process which cannot be countered by any anti-senescent medicines, such as Botox or expensive face creams; however, he does offer a variety of ways to ward off a host of diseases associated with growing old, thus allowing one to endure a healthy longevity as they age, which is the result of an assimilation of research from cultures worldwide. Perhaps the most worthwhile remedy against the effects of aging, as Weil teaches us, is simply an act of acceptance. In other words, the acceptance of the inevitably of aging is its own reward, in that it allows one to appreciate a sense of placidity and enlightenment that has been achieved over the years.
Healthy Aging is sure to be a valuable resource for readers of all ages concerned with the process of aging relative to its detrimental effects. This will be a useful tool for showing readers some of the numerous ways to deal with senescence in a spiritual and healthy manner. Weil shows us that this inevitable stage of our lives is nothing to fear and that the most effective fight against it is favorable toleration. As such, it is highly recommended that all readers consider this book.
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Prakash Kulkani (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-08 00:00>
Dr. Weil, first of all, while admitting to the man's quest of becoming immortal and find the fountain of youth, makes you believe the futility of trying to reverse aging. He goes on elaborating the advantages of aging. Not everything is bad about aging. As he points out, I hope one day the aged get as much respect just for living into old age, as they do in the East. The proved importance of low calorie diet as one ages has been well stressed. In later chapters, he compares the aged body with the aged whisky and wine, aged cheese, trees, violin, and antiques. The comparison of living old flesh to the aged dead meat (beef) feels far fetched though. He could have added how 'green' the younger people are and how comforting is the company of older, more mature people.
As most people get old, the body is prone to develop chronic diseases, resulting in long years of suffering. Dr. Weil, explains to us that “by an ounce of prevention,” we can “'compress” the “illness period” into last one or two years, leading to happy old age. He touches all aspects of old age, including prevention of ailments through anti-inflammatory diet, adequate sleep (I loved his prescription of afternoon nap), dietary supplements, exercise (Yoga and meditation), reduction of stress. He even goes ahead to reveal how old people desire to be touched and loved (including changing patterns of sexual intimacy).
I know Dr. Weil is a big advocate of dietary supplements. But after going through his book I wonder whether anybody can swallow so many tablets everyday. It seems impossible for anyone to do especially if they are already taking other drugs for their illness(es).
People who have read his Eight Weeks to Optimum Health will find many things borrowed from there. But even for them the book will still be very readable. A lot of people will reflect on the wrong things they did to spoil their health. Well done again Dr. Weil.
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Kingry (MSL quote), Canada
<2007-01-08 00:00>
It is rare to find so fascinating, in-depth and of great value book! Dr. Weil did a good job in explaining many aspects of the process of aging in a pleasant, understandable and useful way. His style of writing is very calm, delicate and it is a pleasure to read his entire book.
I completely agree that your efforts and money will be better spent on turning your aging into a nourishing and valuable part of your life instead of fighting it as something malignant. I am sure that Weil's unique and very wise approach to aging will cause a paradigm-shift in his readers.
It is enough to look at him and feel his serenity, dignity, wisdom and sense of well-being which he radiates. All of these qualities reflect on his work and hopefully will guide you towards a better health, aging and spiritual depth. Another bestseller, which also reveals key biosubstances and processes is Scientifcally Guaranteed Male Multiple Orgasms and Ultimate Sex by scientist Ritz. I whole heartedly recommend both books. |
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