Prolonging Health: Mastering the 10 Factors of Longevity [Paperback]

J. E. Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2003

Aging doesn't have to mean failing physical health, declining mental acuity, disease, frailty, and life in a nursing home. You can extend your good health as you grow older by using the best of natural medicine.

In Prolonging Health, Dr. James Williams, O.M.D. shows that there's no reason you can't live to well over 100 years--enjoying good health all the while.

Based on the latest medical findings, Dr. Williams presents a practical, 10-point plan to prolong your health by understanding and changing the ten major causes of aging.

He shows how to:

• strengthen your heart
• revitalize your brain
• rebalance your hormones
• repair your DNA
• prevent degenerative disease
• detoxify your cells
• avoid insulin resistance

This definitive guide to longevity includes more than 90 self-help tips, a special discussion on "Aging and the Brain," and specific points for having an informed talk about aging with your health-care provider. Dr. Williams, author of Viral Immunity, says, "One thing is certain: the better your health, the longer you will live, and live well."

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This enriching book makes Dr. Williams a new master in the field of longevity and quality of life." --Thierry Hertoghe, MD, author of The Hormone Solution, President, European Academy of Quality of Life and Longevity Medicine

"An excellent review of the aging processes . . . I really enjoyed reading it." --Sheldon S. Hendler, PhD, MD, FAIC

Product Details

• Paperback: 464 pages
• Publisher: Hampton Roads Publishing; 1 edition (November 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571743383
• ISBN-13: 978-1571743381
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #753,733 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Forever Young, July 9, 2004

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Pieter "Toypom" (Johannesburg) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Prolonging Health: Mastering the 10 Factors of Longevity (Paperback)

This is one of the most comprehensive, detailed and thorough tomes on the subject of longevity. Part One deals with the aging process and how to determine one's aging status. It includes information on why, when and the way we age, plus details on the relevant laboratory tests.

Part Two is a practical manual that sets out the many ways in which we can enhance longevity. This includes information on how to prevent oxidative damage with anti-oxidants, DNA repair medications, detoxification and cleansing, resetting the insulin switch with diet and natural medicines, strengthening the heart, combating inflammation, restoring hormonal balance and revitalising the brain.

The book contains a wealth of practical advice and the latest information on nutritional supplements, herbs and natural hormones. It concludes with four appendices, a glossary, bibliography and index. Highly recommended for those who wish to take responsibility for their own health.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Resource and Guide, November 27, 2006

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Robyn Lynne (Sarastoa, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Prolonging Health: Mastering the 10 Factors of Longevity (Paperback)

Dr. Williams' book brings hope and confidence to the reader looking for comprehensive information on health and aging. As I read through the chapters, I found a renewed understanding in my own health. Not only is Prolonging Health an amazing resource, it reads like a novel as he graciously interjects stories and the reasons behind the modifiable factors of longevity. Williams' writing style, both sincere and informational, reflects a simplicity in what are often medically complex issues. The art of writing is a special skill. He has mastered it eloquently. This is an extremely well-organized book that has a tremendous amount of heart and substance. It has become one of my all-time favorites.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Maximum Health, Life and Vitality Awaits You, January 9, 2004

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Jade Beutler (San Diego, Ca USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Prolonging Health: Mastering the 10 Factors of Longevity (Paperback)

"Prolonging Health flows very nicely gently introducing the uninformed reader to new terminology and ideas. This book has a tremendous amount to offer to both the lay and professional reader and is written in an entertaining fashion to compel the reader to continue on. I especially like the sprinkling of Dr. Williams' vast clinical experiences, travels, and relationships that both entertain and exhibit a vast appreciation and understanding of holistic medicine. Thank you Dr. Williams for your commitment to bring this life changing work to an eager audience."

--- Jade Beutler, CEO
Lignan Research