When it comes to all things health – we are definitely book worms!
The body is incredible and the more we learn, the more we realize how intricately connected everything is.
We feel strongly that in any specialty health profession, it’s important to not only focus on your specialty,
but also acknowledge the broader picture and recognize what other factors might be involved.
Over the years, we’ve amassed (and continue to amass) quite the library of books.
Here are just a few of our favourites to date;
Ease of Read = How scientifically written the book is.
A higher score means less background knowledge required.
Practical Tips = How actionable the takeaways are.
A higher score means more real-world application.
UNCONVENTIONAL MEDICINE — Chris Kresser
Unconventional Medicine
is both a call to action and a roadmap to a more common-sense approach to healthcare.
A great overview of where our current system is (hint: not great) and where it could improve.
Ease to read: 8 / 10
Practical tips: 6 / 10
MOVE YOUR DNA — Katy Bowman
If we exercise for one hour per day but sit the rest, we’re still only moving 4% of the day.
Move Your DNA
highlights the need for consistent movement throughout life.
Ease to read: 9 / 10
Practical tips: 8.5 / 10
BAREFOOT STRONG — Dr. Emily Splichal
At just 100 pages,
Barefoot Strong
is one of the best holistic foot-health books we’ve read.
Great to see nutrition and hip strength discussed alongside foot function.
Ease to read: 7.5 / 10
Practical tips: 8.5 / 10
WIRED TO EAT — Robb Wolf
One of our most recommended nutrition books.
Wired to Eat
is easy to follow, explains how food impacts physiology,
and offers very practical ways to improve nutrition.
Ease to read: 8.5 / 10
Practical tips: 8 / 10
BRAIN MAKER — Dr. David Perlmutter
Brain Maker
explores the powerful role of gut health in neurological conditions including Alzheimer’s,
ADHD, autism, and dementia.
Ease to read: 7.5 / 10
Practical tips: 6 / 10
TRIPPING OVER THE TRUTH — Travis Christofferson
Tripping Over the Truth
offers a fascinating history of cancer research,
with the final section providing more practical insights.
Ease to read: 7 / 10
Practical tips: 5 / 10
READY TO RUN — Kelly Starrett
Not just for runners,
Ready to Run
is an in-depth guide to mobility, tissue care, and movement longevity.
Ease to read: 8.5 / 10
Practical tips: 8.5 / 10
LIGHTS OUT — T.S. Wiley
Lights Out: Sleep, Sugar, and Survival
was written well ahead of its time.
Many of its once-controversial ideas are now becoming mainstream.
Ease to read: 7 / 10
Practical tips: 8 / 10
