Shawn M Talbott

Join psycho-nutritionist Dr. Shawn Talbott on an extraordinary journey across continents—exploring how ancient wisdom and modern science converge to heal the mind, body, and spirit. This is a field guide for people who want natural solutions that work—and who want to understand why they work. In Wild Medicine, Dr. Talbott explores the intersections of ancient plant wisdom, modern microbial science, and cutting-edge body-mind medicine, revealing how herbs, probiotics, and sustainably harvested botanicals interact with the bacteria in our gut (microbiome) and communicate across our Gut-Brain-Axis to influence every aspect of physical health, mental fitness, and emotional well-being. By viewing thousands of years of ancient health practices such as Chinese (TCM) and Indian (Ayurveda) medicine through the modern lens of Western neuroscience and cutting-edge microbiome research, he goes beyond treating symptoms to rediscover nature’s role in recalibrating the core biological systems that govern our moods, vitality, and ultimately our longevity. What Anthony Bourdain did for food, Dr. Talbott does for natural health—inviting readers and viewers to rediscover the world’s most powerful natural solutions for modern ailments. He does this by delving into: Plants: Natural remedies which are often as effective as prescription drugs, People: Heartwarming and humorous stories that connect global communities through shared humanity, Purpose: Education to motivate and inspire readers towards environmental stewardship and protection of the ecosystems that sustain life and healing. A transformational exploration of nature, culture, and consciousness, Wild Medicine will change how we see medicine, mindfulness, and our place in the world.

Join psycho-nutritionist Dr. Shawn Talbott on an extraordinary journey across continents—exploring how ancient wisdom and modern science converge to heal the mind, body, and spirit. This is a field guide for people who want natural solutions that work—and who want to understand why they work. In Wild Medicine, Dr. Talbott explores the intersections of ancient plant wisdom, modern microbial science, and cutting-edge body-mind medicine, revealing how herbs, probiotics, and sustainably harvested botanicals interact with the bacteria in our gut (microbiome) and communicate across our Gut-Brain-Axis to influence every aspect of physical health, mental fitness, and emotional well-being. By viewing thousands of years of ancient health practices such as Chinese (TCM) and Indian (Ayurveda) medicine through the modern lens of Western neuroscience and cutting-edge microbiome research, he goes beyond treating symptoms to rediscover nature’s role in recalibrating the core biological systems that govern our moods, vitality, and ultimately our longevity. What Anthony Bourdain did for food, Dr. Talbott does for natural health—inviting readers and viewers to rediscover the world’s most powerful natural solutions for modern ailments. He does this by delving into: Plants: Natural remedies which are often as effective as prescription drugs, People: Heartwarming and humorous stories that connect global communities through shared humanity, Purpose: Education to motivate and inspire readers towards environmental stewardship and protection of the ecosystems that sustain life and healing. A transformational exploration of nature, culture, and consciousness, Wild Medicine will change how we see medicine, mindfulness, and our place in the world.

Written by one of the foremost experts on sports nutrition and performance, A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements takes a critical look at the dietary supplement industry. With an estimated 60 percent of adult Americans using dietary supplements every day, the need for a thorough examination of the hundreds of products on the market is long overdue. This comprehensive guide (Selected as an Outstanding Academic Title by Choice Magazine) presents straightforward analysis from a consumer's perspective, giving you the facts on more than 140 supplements and information on which supplements work (and which don't!) for a wide range of health conditionsfrom preventing cancer and heart disease to fighting diabetes and depression.United States Department of Agriculture surveys show that more than 70 percent of Americans fail to achieve daily recommended levels for many vitamins and minerals. With today's emphasis on fitness, millions are investing their money and health in quick-fix solutions-supplements promoted as cure-alls to right nutritional wrongs, lower the likelihood of disease, and work dietary miracles. A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements presents a more realistic view of supplements as neither miracle cure nor nutritional sham, but as consumer products to be accepted or rejected based on scientific fact, not fitness fantasy.A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements looks at the pros and cons of dietary supplements in the areas of: weight loss bones and joints energy, brain, and mood heart, eye, and gastrointestinal health male and female health cancer, diabetes, and the immune system sports and ergogenic aidsIn addition, the book presents an overview of the dietary supplement industry and the regulations that govern it and looks at the process for developing new products. Designed to cut through the confusion surrounding dietary supplements, A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplemens is an invaluable resource for students, educators and professionals who deal with nutrition, exercise, physical education, nursing, and anyone else interested in health and fitness.

Written by one of the foremost experts on sports nutrition and performance, A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements takes a critical look at the dietary supplement industry. With an estimated 60 percent of adult Americans using dietary supplements every day, the need for a thorough examination of the hundreds of products on the market is long overdue. This comprehensive guide (Selected as an Outstanding Academic Title by Choice Magazine) presents straightforward analysis from a consumer's perspective, giving you the facts on more than 140 supplements and information on which supplements work (and which don't!) for a wide range of health conditionsfrom preventing cancer and heart disease to fighting diabetes and depression.United States Department of Agriculture surveys show that more than 70 percent of Americans fail to achieve daily recommended levels for many vitamins and minerals. With today's emphasis on fitness, millions are investing their money and health in quick-fix solutions-supplements promoted as cure-alls to right nutritional wrongs, lower the likelihood of disease, and work dietary miracles. A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements presents a more realistic view of supplements as neither miracle cure nor nutritional sham, but as consumer products to be accepted or rejected based on scientific fact, not fitness fantasy.A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplements looks at the pros and cons of dietary supplements in the areas of: weight loss bones and joints energy, brain, and mood heart, eye, and gastrointestinal health male and female health cancer, diabetes, and the immune system sports and ergogenic aidsIn addition, the book presents an overview of the dietary supplement industry and the regulations that govern it and looks at the process for developing new products. Designed to cut through the confusion surrounding dietary supplements, A Guide to Understanding Dietary Supplemens is an invaluable resource for students, educators and professionals who deal with nutrition, exercise, physical education, nursing, and anyone else interested in health and fitness.