Do you want to feel better and be able to enjoy life to its fullest? If so then his book is for you. It is full of practical and effective strategies that can change your future.
Dr. Bob Harrison,
Americas Increase Authority
This book is an arsenal of must-have information for combating the root of sickness and maintaining wellness! As a frequent traveler with a loaded schedule, which revolves around ministry and television production, I have found it difficult to maintain consistency with my health and weight management. It is with heartfelt gratitude, that I offer a big thank you to Doctors Mark and Michele for writing this book! It is easy to understand and full of practical applications that enable you to live the wellness lifestyle in any given situation. I highly recommend it for everyone!
Brenda Crouch
Author, Speaker,
Singer, TV Co-Host
Drs. Mark and Micheles book and blogs have changed my life, way of thinking, and the way I personally practice medicine. Their multifaceted approach treats the whole person: mind, body and soul. Their fearlessness and passion for people is inspiring. They have an incredible way of encouraging and motivating change and I love the way they challenge our thinking about wellness. I have used their principles to teach my patients how to become healthier. They are a blessing and Godsend to the medical community.
Monica Woodall, D.O.
Functional medicine is the future, and Drs. Mark and Michele bring a modern understanding based on personal history and years of training to help patients recognize cardiovascular risk early and do something about it. Using the latest cardiovascular markers of inflammation as part of their integrated approach to wellness, the authors provide patients with knowledge and tools that are easy to understand and implement, so they can live well and live longer.
Dr. Marc S. Penn, M.D., Ph.D., FACC,
Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer,
Cleveland HeartLab
This book is a must read! In all my years of traveling, I realize how easy it is to lose sight of a wellness lifestyle in the constant pace of deadlines and changing time zones. A big thank you to Drs Mark and Michele for this easy to read, practical, yet articulate, guideline encouraging every reader to live the wellness life in any circumstance with utmost quality. I highly recommend it for everyone.
Paul Crouch Jr.
American Television Broadcaster,
Film & Video Producer,
Speaker & TV Co-Host
I hope this book inspires you as much as it did me. It is a must for anyone wanting to experience the benefits of a healthy life.
United States Senator,
James M. Inhofe
Copyright 2017 by Michele Neil-Sherwood and Mark Sherwood
All rights reserved.
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ISBN 978-1-936487-424
An important note to the reader:
This book is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. Readers should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to health and particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Do not make changes to your diet, exercise, or intake of prescription medications without consulting your physician.
The names of patients and other details in the stories have been changed to protect the privacy of our patients.
This book is dedicated to all of our wonderful
patients around the world who have inspired us,
as well as our family and friends who support
us as we all carry the torch for true wellness.
CONTENTS
Acknowledgments
WE WANT TO SAY A GIGANTIC THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE many contributors to the book, as well as those who are key to the inspiration behind it. As we began this journey of writing and researching this book, we began to think about all those who have formed our foundation of support.
To our parents and families, thank you for your love and support. I know we brought you challenges at times, but you continued to put a roof over our heads and clothes on our backs.
To our friends who often refer to us as the food police, we know your jests were always in good humor, and we appreciate you for encouraging us.
To Mike Loomis, dude, without your help, this book would not be what it is. Your diligence and work ethic was masterful. As a member of our team, you were a star. To Lee Gessner, we all need publishers, right? Thank you for putting up with our questions, emails, and comments. Together, we created a winner that will transform lives.
To our support staff, what would we do without you? Becky, Fawn, Jackie, Jill, Jennifer, Onnah, Emily, Felicia, Sheila, Kade, Beth, Melissawe love each of you dearly and are honored to be a part of your lives. (I, Mark, am a hormone expert, as you can see, since we have all women in the office. Therefore, I understand estrogen dominance and truly dont mind it a bit.)
To our many medical mentors, thank you for your leadership.
To our readers, we thank you for your support in this cause called wellness. Our world is better and more healthy because of you. We are thrilled you carry this torch together with us. Together we are bigger and brighter.
Thank you for helping us spread the true wellness movement and change the world, one life at a time.
Foreword
Dr. Kellyann Petrucci
IN OUR PURSUIT OF WELLNESS, WE TYPICALLY FOCUS ON exercise and nutritionbut there is a much deeper issue we need to address. Often, our inner hurts and wounds trigger self-destructive behaviors, ranging from a sedentary lifestyle to poor nutrition and emotional eating. They can also cause fatigue, a wellness debt, emotional instability, and chronic illness.
These roots of disease, known by the acronym FRAUDS (fear, resentment, anger, unforgiveness, disappointment, and shame), can grow into mighty forests that obscure our view of who we are as individuals and cause us deep suffering. To be truly healthy, we need to face, deal with, and eradicate these roots.
Drs. Mark and Michele totally nail it in this book. With practical advice and directives, coupled with inspirational success stories, they show you how to free yourself from FRAUDS and achieve the true wellness you deserve. Their message is inspiring and empowering, and I truly believe that this book will transform millions of lives. I know Im excitedI hope you are too!
Dr. Kellyann Petrucci
Author of NYT bestseller
Dr. Kellyanns Bone Broth Diet,
and host of the PBS special
21 Days to a Slimmer and Younger You
Part 1
HEALTHY FROM THE INSIDE OUT
There are many promoted paths to wellness. But only one leads to continual success.
Maybe youve tried one of the many routes that start with exercise and diet. And maybe youve failedeven after temporary success.
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