Description

A provocative manifesto that teaches you how to take control of your own health no matter your age or circumstancesfrom an innovative doctor and his philosopher daughter

If you care about your health or the wellbeing of others read this bookEthan Kross author of Chatter

Dr Alex Jadad is the creator of the Jadad scale which has become the worlds most widely used methodology to assess the quality of clinical trials and his daughter Tamen JadadGarcia is a health entrepreneur and philosopher Here they combine their expertise to uncover the medical systems unstable foundations which condemn you to be ill The Jadads begin this exploration with a simple question What is health

Through engaging stories and case studies the Jadads expand the understanding of health beyond the medical industrial complex They show how distant connections in your personal networks can influence key aspects of yourself like your weight anxiety and addictions how reliance on medications can be reduced by intentionally designing the places where you live work and play and how comparisons with peers can shorten your life

In this practical guide the meaning of health is redefined putting you in the drivers seat and recognizing you as the most effective evaluator Building on data and experiences from millions of people around the world the book reveals that a healthy life is possible even with complex chronic conditions or terminal illnesses The Jadads explain why perceiving yourself as unhealthy might actually be fatal and how you can monitor your true health and boost it in practically any context no matter your cultural background or socioeconomic circumstances

With wisdom and empathy Healthy No Matter What teaches you how your natural gift of adaptability equips you to overcome any obstacle provides actionable pointers and shows how and when to use the medical system so that you can thrive regardless of the twists and turns life may take