At Cincinnati Rehabilitation Center, we are advocates of continually finding new information that can support your health and wellness goals. Here are 5 books that might be worth a read if you’re looking to make steps to improve your well-being or lifestyle.
1. The Deflame Diet by Dr. David Seaman.
If you follow CRC on Facebook, you may have seen us mention pro-inflammatoryor anti-inflammatory foods. This is a book on that topic which was just written and published by my nutrition mentor. This is who many of my patients have heard me reference for nutrition advice, Dr. David Seaman. Previously he had only written textbooks, but he’s now published a book for the general population.
Who might benefit: Anyone looking for an in-depth, educational resource that delves into inflammation in great detail – all in an understandable format.
2. The 4-Hour Body by Timothy Ferris.
This is one I recommend all the time for practical and actionable fat loss and nutrition advice. Coming from the popular blogger Timothy Ferris, this is easy to read book, but it is still very effective in helping you get results that don’t just require pure discipline. If you are hoping to make lifestyle, diet and/or exercise changes then this #1 New York Times Bestseller might just the book for you.
Who might benefit: Ferris wrote the book inspired by the question: “For all things physical, what are the tiniest changes that produce the biggest results?” If that question makes you want to know more, this book is for you.
3. Practical Paleo by Diane Sanfilippo or Paleo for Beginners by John Chatham.
I have both of these books and they are very similar: they are great introductory guides to knowing more - and getting started - with a paleo-friendly lifestyle. Both books are still written in an easy-to-read format, so it doesn’t have to be difficult to take in the information they present, even when it’s scientific. These books also include sections on how to prepare meals, as well as meal and recipe ideas.
Who might benefit: If you are a little bit skeptical or just want to know more about the Paleo diet, then either of these books are for you. They answer many of the most common questions about the paleo lifestyle/diet. There is also a grocery shopping guide with Chatham’s book to help you get started.
4. The 4-Hour Chef by Timothy Ferris.
Serial entrepreneur Timothy Ferris makes the list again. Here is another great resource to check out: you can even pick and choose the chapters that are most relevant to you, if you don’t want to read the entire book. This book takes the complex, and makes it simple when it comes to all things cooking-related. Learn the secrets and tips from world-renowned chefs, pro athletes, master sommeliers, and many more people.
Who might benefit: This book has been described as a “cookbook for people who don’t buy cookbooks.” In part, that’s because the book gives you the building blocks to start cooking. From there, you can take your cooking mastery as far as you want.
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