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Diet and Nutrition: A Holistic Approach Kindle Edition

by Rudolph Ballentine (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 129 ratings
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Diet & Nutrition is a holistic and comprehensive overview of the Eastern and Western perspectives of nutrition. Years ahead of its time upon publication, this modern classic continues to be the go-to wellness resource for teachers, physicians, and scholars of nutrition and holistic health.

This eye-opening text on healthy living brings the ageless insights of the East together with the modern scientific discoveries of the West. The facts are presented clearly and precisely, providing the reader with an in-depth understanding and practical approach to what is otherwise a complex and confusing subject.

All students of health and nutrition will find their particular interests addressed in this comprehensive volume. This ideal reference guide will help you explore:

  • The history of dietary patterns in America
  • Advice on how to plan a balanced diet
  • Insight on the effects of food and eating habits on the mind and emotions
  • The ayurvedic approach to diet
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    February 28, 2005
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"A wonderful book ... If I were forced to choose one book on nutrition from my extensive library, this would be it ... Almost every chapter could have been produced legitimately as an excellent booklet, and l would have bought them all ... This wonderful book is an eye opener ... highly recommended." -- Contemporary Time

"Needed ... and documented." -- Linus Pauling, Ph.D. Nobel Laureate

"A brilliant book ... a clear, concise, complete statement about the many facets of nutrition and the relationship between diet and well-being. This book is an absolute must." -- Ken Dychtwald Author of BodyMind

"A superb book ... should be read by all physicians." -- C. Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D. Founder and Past President, American Holistic Medical Association

About the Author

Rudolph Ballentine, M.D. is a respected leader in the field of alternative and complementary medicine. A physician and psychiatrist, he studied medicine in the U.S., psychology in the U.S. and France, and both Ayurveda and homeopathy in India. Dr. Ballentine directed the combined Therapy Programs of the Himalayan International Institute as well as the Center for Holistic Medicine in New York City for over fifteen years. He is presently engaged in private practice in New York City.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07J2TTL3J
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Himalayan Institute Press (February 28, 2005)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 28, 2005
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 12642 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 656 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0893890480
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 129 ratings

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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BexD
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2010
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This book is incredible! The information is so meticulous yet so easily explained! If you want to know more about what goes in your mouth and how your body responds to it, read this book! It is as old as I am but has, still, an outstanding relevance! Much info. I am sure has been updated but the basics are still the same and some of the things they knew back then (food and health issues) have proven them correct by exploding! Read it! (Shipping was quick on this book, as always through Amazon, and of course, prices for item and shipping were great!)
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harold jitschak bueno de mesquita
5.0 out of 5 stars The most balanced book written on nutrition I have seen please make available also as kindle
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2014
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April 2024 : why still not available as a KiINDLE book??

Saw it now as a Kindle edition for PC, but "disappeard" again??
And what about Radical healing for Kindle??

Dr Ballentine is an unique writer , very broad minded, a lot of experience and a good sense of humor.
When I bought the book a long time ago I saw that he was far more knowledgeable then most of the medical world i was familiar with.
A real must for anyone who don't want to get "dizzy" by all the "food-fads".
A later book is Radical healing, but I would certainly purchase the first one [as well]

addition: Sept 21 please make available as kindle also have advised this book to so many patients!
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Hubert Miller II
4.0 out of 5 stars book
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2014
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Tons of information...too much to remember in one read. Gets a bit repetitive toward the end but interesting how foods work for the body.
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Parisdallas
5.0 out of 5 stars really great book, so informative
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2021
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from the gate you had to really pay attention to understand it all, it wasn't difficult, just a lot to absorb, but all good stuff, loved the book
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Bernie Geiss
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must read!
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2013
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This book replaces an original first edition which I purchased many years ago. It offers a unique and common sense perspective to the nutrition fad which has hit the western world in the last 20 years. It draws from a variety of foreign cultures that offer a wealth of tried and tested principles regarding nutrition. It will contradict some commonly accepted myths relating to diet. It is a must read for anyone that wants a broad perspective on a topic that is characterized by sensational sound bites and popular opinion that are not necessarily based in fact.
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april g.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Statistical Data and Studies :)
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2016
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WOW! I didn't expect this book to be so interesting! It's sucked me in with the studies and statistical data. I am often disappointed when it comes to this subject because most books are based mostly on opinions but this book includes data. I can now have a conversation about this topic and cite studies and data, and I can then research those studies further.
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Ingvar Mist
1.0 out of 5 stars Neither useful nor practical. Boring.
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2016
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Reading this book was one of the hardest things I had to accomplish in my life. I did it. And it was not worth it.
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Amy W
3.0 out of 5 stars Wrong Edition!
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2018
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I got the wrong edition of the book.... very disappointed when I opened the book to see a 1978 publication date!!
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danielle Angellotti
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2021
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If you are interested in nutrition this is a great book for you! Perfect for those who are starting their Holistic nutrition course
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CM
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in Mexico on July 21, 2020
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Good choice, estoy delivery
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant, Informative, Interesting...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 25, 2010
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Got this book to compliment a nutrition course I am studying with NutriGold and am finding it a brilliant read. So many interesting examples, insights and facts it's taking so much of the confusion out of nutrition and replacing it with good old fashioned common sense. Explains how our current farming techniques and food preperation and eating habits could all be contributing to nutritional deficiencies. Covers all you need to know for a good handle on Nutrition and lots of ideas on improving your own diet. Recommended.
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Bianka Gauthier Bernier
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in Canada on March 7, 2021
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Reading this book for my holistic nutrition course and I absolutely love it. So much great information I can't get enough!
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ShirleyM
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent go to nutrition bible
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2015
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Well written but very lengthy book.
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