The Pillars of Health by John Pierre covers alot of
territory in a book of only 227 pages.The book starts off talking about "real food" as opposed to
processed food.There is a handy daily
food reference chart which lists food groups and a general guide for amounts
you should eat per day.In this chapter
there are only a few recipes for smoothies (try the Pumpkin Pie Smoothie!) and
salads. I was expecting there would be more recipes in the book and was a bit disappointed
with that. There is also a section on
using essential oils and there are a few recipes such as a disinfecting room
spray and a relaxation spray.The single
largest portion of the book is dedicated to exercise.There are numerous photos illustrating
various types of exercises usinga jump
rope, bands, a chair, a Flexi-Bar, etc., and specifics on how to strengthen
different parts of your body.The book
also touches on the subjects of mental acuity and positive thinking and examines
some supplements and how they relate to brain health. The last part of the book is titled "The
Pillar of Compassion".It's a great
chapter with lots of advice on how your thoughts and words effect people with
advice on how to be more positive in general.Overall, I enjoyed the book.Initially, because of the title, I was expecting more information on
food and recipes.Personally, I would have
enjoyed more of that and less of the exercise illustrations, but it depends on
what you are looking for in this type of book. FTC Disclosure: I was not financially compensated for this
post. I received the book from Hay House for review purposes. The opinions are
completely my own based on my experience.
The Pillars of Health by John Pierre covers alot of
territory in a book of only 227 pages.
The book starts off talking about "real food" as opposed to
processed food. There is a handy daily
food reference chart which lists food groups and a general guide for amounts
you should eat per day. In this chapter
there are only a few recipes for smoothies (try the Pumpkin Pie Smoothie!) and
salads. I was expecting there would be more recipes in the book and was a bit disappointed
with that. There is also a section on
using essential oils and there are a few recipes such as a disinfecting room
spray and a relaxation spray. The single
largest portion of the book is dedicated to exercise. There are numerous photos illustrating
various types of exercises using a jump
rope, bands, a chair, a Flexi-Bar, etc., and specifics on how to strengthen
different parts of your body. The book
also touches on the subjects of mental acuity and positive thinking and examines
some supplements and how they relate to brain health. The last part of the book is titled "The
Pillar of Compassion". It's a great
chapter with lots of advice on how your thoughts and words effect people with
advice on how to be more positive in general.
Overall, I enjoyed the book.
Initially, because of the title, I was expecting more information on
food and recipes. Personally, I would have
enjoyed more of that and less of the exercise illustrations, but it depends on
what you are looking for in this type of book. FTC Disclosure: I was not financially compensated for this
post. I received the book from Hay House for review purposes. The opinions are
completely my own based on my experience.
