The UltraMind Solution

I have recently stumbled upon a great book which addresses the connection between fixing the mind through fixing our bodies.  At first I tend to think of these self-help books as one person’s opinion loosely based on fact for ulterior profit motives.  There are countless “gurus” spinning out methods, ways of life and programs to change–all tapping into the multi-billion dollar healing business.

However, “The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain By Fixing Your Body First” makes a whole lot of sense in its approach.  It isn’t selling anything per se.  It only goes through medical facts and emerging biological findings to give the reader options and tips on living better.  There are some startling (and not so startling) assertions the doctor makes in the book–things that I am going to effort to change in the future.

One of the chapters goes into how harmful High Fructose Corn Syrup is to our body.  What I didn’t realize is that it was only created in the 80’s and how much of it goes into our bodies everyday.  I started looking at some things in the fridge and noticed it EVERYWHERE!  Even in Miracle Whip, salad dressings, soups and especially in dessert foods.  Why is it so pervasive?  Well it costs about a 10th of the equilivant of natural sugar.  After watching a documentary on Cargill, I scarcely trust these big bio-agriculture companies who have a literal monopoly on what we eat.  Maybe there is a symbiotic relationship between them and all the hospital companies.

Another area goes into which supplements we should be taking along with a healthy diet.  CO-Q Enzyme and Omega-3 fatty acids are two that give substantial benefits.  But the best medicine is whole grains and fresh colorful vegetables.  Maybe this explains the trend toward raw food bars.

All in all, the book really ties in nutrition and exercise to heal the brain, which also helps heal the body in the process.  There is a lot of discussion about pharmaceuticals, depression/anxiety meds and the disgusting barrage of drugs being pandered on television for every ailment.  Most of which can be attacked through diet and exercise.

Great read and “food for thought.” 

2 Responses to “UltraMind Solution”

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