Maintaining Health

At a glance..

Several hundred pages are devoted to those matters which must receive attention in order to have good physical and mental health, so as to be able to get the most out of life and give the most, that is, in order to live fully. The basis of health is internal cleanliness, and to attain this it is necessary to exercise self-control and moderation, as well as to cultivate good will and kindliness towards others.

The details..

Written by R.L. Alsaker, M.D., Maintaining Health is an informative guide to achieving optimal health through natural means such as diet and exercise. The author emphasizes the importance of maintaining good physical and mental health for individuals to lead productive lives. In this book, readers will find comprehensive information about various aspects of healthy living including food intake, skin care, breathing techniques, sleep patterns etc.

The first chapter introduces preliminary considerations related to human health and healers followed by chapters dedicated to topics like mental attitude towards life; general consideration regarding food; overeating; daily food intake; what foods are best suited for our bodies along with when & how we should eat them etc.

In addition to discussing different types of foods such as flesh foods (meat), nuts & legumes (beans), succulent vegetables (salads) cereal foods (grains), fruits etc.; there are also detailed sections on oils/fats/milk products which provide valuable insights into their composition/ utility/preparation/combinations

Other important subjects covered include menus planning based on specific dietary requirements/drinks like water/tea/coffee/alcohol/enhancing drugs/skin care/bathing/exercise/breathing techniques/sleeping patterns/fastings/prenatal/postnatal child care/mental training/duration of life/living comfortably at old age among others.