Non-Toxic

Living Healthy in a Chemical World

Frederick vom Saal author Aly Cohen author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc

Published:17th Dec '20

Should be back in stock very soon

Non-Toxic cover

This insightful guide, Non-Toxic, explores environmental hazards and offers practical strategies for reducing exposure to harmful chemicals and radiation.

In Non-Toxic, readers are presented with a thorough, balanced examination of the environmental challenges that we face today. The authors delve into the various environmental hazards that permeate our lives, emphasizing the importance of understanding how these dangers can impact our health. By offering practical strategies to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals and radiation, Non-Toxic empowers families to take proactive steps towards safeguarding their well-being.

The book is rooted in the principles developed by Dr. Andrew Weil, a renowned physician and author, who advocates for a holistic approach to health. The authors take into account the entire individual, focusing on lifestyle factors that contribute to overall wellness. They provide a clear overview of human anatomy and physiology, explaining how our bodies defend against everyday toxins. Additionally, the book addresses critical issues surrounding clean air and water, encouraging readers to recognize and mitigate daily risks.

Written by a board-certified physician in Integrative Medicine and a PhD toxicologist, Non-Toxic is filled with actionable tips for healthier living. Recommendations cover various aspects of life, including food preparation, safe household products, and understanding product labels. Each chapter is backed by scientific evidence, featuring references that enhance the credibility of the guidance provided. This book serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of living in a chemical world.

"As the founder of the Cancer Schmancer Movement and an ardent believer that how you live equals how you feel, I can speak first hand that Dr. Aly Cohen, who is one of our medical advisors, is the real deal! Read this book and learn how to live well, be well, and stay well!" -- Fran Drescher, Actor, Producer, Author, Health Activist, Public Diplomacy Envoy on Health - US State Department "The idea that our home environment and product choices can make us sick is a powerful motivator for cleaner living. Drs. Cohen and vom Saal reveal the dangers lurking within our food, water, clothing, personal care products, household products, and cellular technology, and share practical, cost-effective, tips and recommendations to battle the challenges of "clean" living in a world without meaningful regulations. This is an important and timely guide to understanding our toxic world and what we can all do to protect our bodies from harmful exposures and their chronic health consequences." -- Mark Hyman MD, bestselling author of numerous books, including Food Fix: How to Save Our Health, Our Economy, Our Communities, and Our Planet-One Bite at a Time "Non-Toxic reveals the vast extent our ever-increasing exposure to toxins coupled with the failure of governmental agencies to intervene for our protection. The text not only makes it clear that to protect our health we have to serve as our own advocates, but also provides clear strategies enabling us to accomplish this goal. This is a clear and eloquent presentation of where we are, how we got here, and what we can do moving forward to offset some of the most important health threats of our modern world." -- David Perlmutter, MD, Author, #1 New York Times bestseller, Grain Brain and Brain Wash "If your doctor has never told you how important it is to reduce toxic chemical exposures in your food, water, and home, you might need a new doctor. You definitely need Non-Toxic, a book so indispensable to good health its purchase ought to be covered by insurance. Dr. Aly Cohen and Professor Fred vom Saal lucidly explain how toxic chemicals hurt you and prescribe practical steps you can take to get them out of your life." -- Ken Cook, President, EWG "Non-Toxic is the blueprint for staying healthy in an increasingly complex environment. You CAN reduce harmful exposures without turning your whole life upside down or breaking the bank. When misinformation abounds, a scientifically based resource with practical recommendations for making safer choices for everything from food to home furnishings is truly a treasure. I will be recommending this book to all my patients and colleagues." -- Tieraona Low Dog, MD, Integrative Physician and Author of Healthy at Home "What could be more important than the health of our brain! Non-Toxic shares practical information to help reduce harmful brain exposures - from pregnancy all the way through old age - and empowers readers to take control of the chemical world around them." -- Dhru Pirohit, creator/host of the Broken Brain podcast "Every day I witness increasing concern for both personal health and planetary ecological health, especially as humanity experiences global interconnectedness in real time. In Non-Toxic, the authors provide rigorously researched assessments of what we're faced with as well as practical actions to protect ourselves and others. As more of us make these changes, our collective impact will be a reduced toxics burden for all life. I enthusiastically recommend Non-Toxic as a superb guide to meaningful personal and global action." -- Shana S. Weber, Ph.D., Director, Office of Sustainability, Princeton Environmental Institute, Princeton University "An authoritative and accessible guide to how we got into the chemical pickle we are in, what it means for your health, and how you can take positive, practical action to navigate through the chemical onslaught that comes at us every day." -- Pete Myers, Ph.D., co-author of Our Stolen Future

ISBN: 9780190082352

Dimensions: 208mm x 137mm x 31mm

Weight: 476g

416 pages