Golden Rules for Vibrant Health in Body, Mind, and Spirit

Joseph J. Sweere

Description

Sickness makes people turn inward and become more self-oriented, and chronic debilitating illness robs them of their ability to enjoy life to its fullest. This expansive book of commonsense rules for a healthy life offers practical information and tools for health-conscious people who are not in optimal health but wish to be.

Sujets

• Healthy Living
• health
• Self-help
• Fitness

Informations

• Publié par: Turner Publishing Company
• Date de parution: 01 janvier 2004
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781591206606
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

“Golden Rules for Vibrant Health is a treasure. Between its covers is the wisdom of a gifted doctor’s lifetime. Dr. Sweere offers a remarkably comprehensive, well-grounded set of health recommendations, along with something even more precious—a model of a doctor who truly listens, growing as he learns from his patients. Those who read his book will gain valuable health information along with a deepened understanding of what truly matters in life.”
—D ANIEL R EDWOOD , D.C., A UTHOR , A T IME TO H EAL AND F UNDAMENTALS OF C HIROPRACTIC
“Golden Rules for Vibrant Health is a valuable educational resource for the general public offering a broad array of wellness measures. Dr. Sweere is an experienced educator and wellness advocate. Any person could greatly benefit from reading this book, applying the information and concepts contained therein. As Dr. Sweere points out, if you don’t take the time and effort to be well, you will have to take the time to be sick. I highly recommend this book to any doctor to read for themselves and as a resource for their patients. Application of its principles will minimize the need for medications and crisis oriented medical care.”
—N ORMAN M. H ORNS , M.D., A SSOCIATE P ROFESSOR , C LINICAL AND B ASIC S CIENCES N ORTHWESTERN H EALTH S CIENCES U NIVERSITY
“In this time of ever-increasing healthcare costs, both companies as well as individuals are faced with difficult decisions on how to better manage their health and wellness. Dr. Sweere’s Golden Rules for Vibrant Health provides the needed information and impetus for all who care about their health. Those who are willing to apply the principles outlined in his book will find the time and money well worth the investment.”
—S TEPHEN R. L ARSON , P RESIDENT , L ARSON C ONSULTING , I NC .
“Golden Rules for Vibrant Health is a book of lifestyle guidelines for those who want to improve their health and avoid illnesses that necessitate dependence on drugs. The public needs sound, accurate advice that they can trust to guide them in their healthy lifestyle decisions. This book is the best set of guidelines and advice available.”
—D ANIEL J. M URPHY , D.C., C LINICAL S CIENCES F ACULTY , L IFE C HIROPRACTIC C OLLEGE W EST
“No Golden Rule is more important than health.
This is a book to help you truly love yourself as well as your neighbor.”
—C. N ORMAN S HEALY , M.D., P H .D., F OUNDING P RESIDENT , A MERICAN H OLISTIC M EDICAL A SSOCIATION P RESIDENT , H OLOS I NSTITUTES OF H EALTH , I NC . • P RESIDENT , H OLOS U NIVERSITY G RADUATE S EMINARY
“This book is yet another accomplishment in Dr. Sweere’s very successful lifetime. He lives by his word, and now he shares those words of wisdom with us in this book. It summarizes ideas and philosophies known to improve the health and well-being of the whole person. Dr. Sweere’s influence has made a positive difference in my life as well as the lives of my patients. I highly recommend this book to any person desiring a healthier, happier life.”
—J OHN D. L AUGHLIN III, D.D.S., P AST P RESIDENT , A MERICAN H OLISTIC D ENTAL A SSOCIATION
“Dr. Sweere’s book is the most comprehensive holistic guidebook I’ve seen. Most health-related books focus on just physiological topics, or just psycho-spiritual matters, but his covers the whole spectrum of life. The information is very practical and down-to-earth, giving readers specific actions he or she can follow to become healthier. I highly recommend it.”
—C HERYL H AWK , D.C., P H .D., P ROFESSOR
“Practical. Simple. Profound. With brilliant simplicity, Golden Rules for Vibrant Health weaves a broad scope of healing modalities and resources into a practical and usable manual for creating a life of increased quality and richness. Truly unique in embracing all facets of health—including body, mind, and sprit, this book provides the reader with a wealth of information in an elegantly simple and clear format. As a health and wellness educator, I highly recommend this book as a powerful tool to provide clients a wholistic and comprehensive source of practical health guidelines and the inspiration to make the daily choices that create a healthy and fulfilling life. This book is a must-have for any practitioner to empower their clients to take an active role in their health and well-being.”
—C HRISTY M OLITOR , D.C., C OMMUNITY AND C ORPORATE H EALTH AND W ELLNESS E DUCATOR
“I am tremendously impressed, but not surprised with the breadth, depth, and credibility of the healthful living information and guidance Dr. Sweere’s book provides. If I were still in private practice, I would make special efforts to make my patients aware of this book and the positive direction it would give for their everyday living. It holds much promise for being able to transform lives.”
—J OHN F. A LLENBURG , D.C., P RESIDENT E MERITUS , N ORTHWESTERN H EALTH S CIENCES U NIVERSITY

The information contained in this book is based upon the research and personal and professional experiences of the author. It is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other healthcare provider. Any attempt to diagnose and treat an illness should be done under the direction of a healthcare professional.
The publisher does not advocate the use of any particular healthcare protocol but believes the information in this book should be available to the public. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of the suggestions, preparations, or procedures discussed in this book. Should the reader have any questions concerning the appropriateness of any procedures or preparation mentioned, the author and the publisher strongly suggest consulting a professional healthcare advisor.
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Sweere, Joseph J.
Golden rules for vibrant health in body, mind, and spirit : a holistic approach to health and wellness / Joseph J. Sweere.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN-13: 9781-59120-660-6
ISBN-10: 1-59120-077-6
1. Health. 2. Holistic medicine. 3. Self-care, Health. I. Title.
R733.S98     2004
613—dc22
2004007271
Copyright © 2004 by Joseph J. Sweere, D.C.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of the copyright owner.
Editor: Roberta W. Waddell
Typesetting/Book design: Gary A. Rosenberg
Cover design: Mike Stromberg
Printed in the United States of America
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Contents

Acknowledgments
Foreword
The Golden Rule
Introduction
1. Food: What and How You Eat
2. Water and Your Body
3. Structure and Function: Exercising and Maintaining Your Body
4. Alkalinity and Acidity: The Right Ratio for Your Body
5. Medicinal Wonder Foods
6. Nutritional Supplements
7. Rest and Sleep
8. Fresh Air and Breathing
9. Choosing Your Doctors and Care Providers
10. Don’t Put Poisons into Your Body
11. Heart Disease and Stroke
12. Blood Sugar Disorders
13. Headaches
14. Managing Your Weight
15. Arthritis
16. Cancer—A Modern Plague
17. Constipation
18. Asthma and Respiratory Disorders
19. Depression
20. Colds, Flu, and Other Infections
21. Stress Management
22. Relationships
23. Common Sense
24. Ergonomics
25. Your Attitudes and Belief Systems
Notable Quotes—Wise Instructions for Life
Conclusion
References
Recommended Reading
Resources and Websites
About the Author
When health is absent, wisdom cannot reveal itself, art cannot become manifest, strength cannot be exerted, wealth becomes useless, and reason is powerless.
—H EROPHILUS , 300 B.C.
Dedication

This work is dedicated to my family. The extraordinary love, patience, support, and encouragement that come from a caring and sharing family are without equal. Special acknowledgment is extended to my late parents, Cornelius and Gertrude, who lived, practiced, and inspired most of the commonsense principles expressed in this book. Also, my brothers, Ted, Harry, Ed, and David, and my sister, Veronica, who shared in our parents’ ancestral legacy. And, especially my wife, Mary, and our children, Michael, Melissa, Steven, Craig, Jonathan, and Ryan, and their children, Mitchell, Michael, Alison, Eliot, and Benjamin, who are the products of our sacred covenant. Thank you for the joy you have brought into my life.
Acknowledgments

eartfelt gratitude is extended to the many people who helped make this book become a reality. Some have served in extraordinary ways, and special ongoing thanks is extended to Elizabeth Auppl, Monica Auppl, Naomi Goodwin, Marilee Pfarr, Mary Beth Martin, Drs. Barry Bradley, Robert Bruley, Lyle Coleman, Steve Dandrea, Linda Dobberstein, Robert Dubro, and Mary Forte. Also, Doctors David Geary, Stephanie Geary, Betsy Lavin, Norman Horns, John Laughlin, Jeffrey Rich, Michael Schurch, Mary Tuchscherer, Richard Vincent, and Sharon Williams, as well as Registered Nurses Deborah Miller, Kris Pirkl, Romana Wesely, and Lucy Coleman. All of these people provided invaluable constructive feedback and editing suggestions for which I am most appreciative.
Other professional colleagues deserve applause for reviewing various sections and early drafts of the manuscript, including Doctors William Elkington, Chad Henriksen, Rob Krege, Link Larson, Ed Mauer, Mark Leutem, Gary Miller, Michael Peterson, and Nevin Rosenberg.
For helpful feedback regarding the perspectives of consumers, students, and other readers who may not have a scientific background, my thanks go to Cynthia Bellini-Olsen, Jac Daccardi, Chris Davis, Jueli Gastworth, Brian and Catherine Halliday, Jack Hockenberry, Steve Larso