Empowering Your Health

Empowering Your Health by Dr. Asa Andrew

I suppose it is fitting that the first book I read for 2008 is related to health since I am going to try and live a healthier life this coming year. As I've mentioned before, Dr. Andrew came to speak to our company for one of our weekly devotionals several weeks ago. He believes a lot in natural medicine.

His book provided me a lot of insight. I've never really taken the time to really look into "eating healthy." I grew up knowing that if I eat fruits and vegetables, I'll be alright. Well, Asa seems to take it a step further. He goes into detail on the supplements you need and the lifestyle you need, etc...

I have to admit, following everything he says ain't gonna be easy. In fact I am approaching with a baby step mentality. I also realized that eating healthy (the way Asa describes) can be really expensive and time consuming. Both of which add stress to my life which is exactly what he says you don't need. Ironic huh? Nonetheless, I asked my current doctor about Asa's philosophy and he did not discourage taking his advice nor did he seem like it was a remarkable idea. He basically told me, "You're 30 - eat vegetables and fruit and get plenty of exercise." Now where have I heard that before?

Anyway, this was my first "health and fitness" book - ever. So, Dr. Asa Andrew, thank-you for getting my attention. I'll start making some changes.

BTW...Asa, you say not to use an alarm clock to wake up with because it will shock the body. What do you suggest doing with my 19 month old son at 5:30 am?