Dr. Axe's Secrets to Holistic Healing

Dr. Josh Axe explains how to harness the power of ancient remedies. Plus, he shares news on his latest creation for Ancient Nutrition.

BY REBECCA HEATON

When we’re not feeling well, it’s common to want a “magic pill” to cure all that ails us. But Dr. Josh Axe learned from personal experience that there are far better ways to heal beyond relying on the pill-popping mindset of Western medicine. In his new book, Ancient Remedies (Little, Brown Spark, 2021), Axe offers readers simple, holistic practices for treating chronic pain and disease, revitalizing their bodies and improving their overall health. We caught up with him to learn more.

Live Naturally: What inspired you to write this book?

Dr. Josh Axe: Growing up, my family was into fitness but not natural health. When I was in seventh grade, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 40. She went through traditional treatments of chemotherapy and a mastectomy. I remember her losing her hair and aging in a matter of weeks, and I thought there must be a better way to get somebody healthy. This was the start of my natural health journey.

I went on to get degrees as a chiropractor, certified nutritionist and doctor of natural medicine. When I was a year from graduating, my mom called and shared she had lung cancer. Her oncologist recommended radiation and surgery. She and I were both inspired to treat her naturally at first. I started reading research on how to fight cancer with herbs like turmeric, astragalus and reishi mushrooms. She ate a diet of vegetables, plus berries and a bit of wild salmon and chicken broth. She took some natural supplements. She meditated. After four months, her oncologist revealed her tumors had shrunk in half. Nine months later, she was in complete remission. I saw the power firsthand of using ancient remedies to heal.

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Check out Dr. Axe’s new book:
Ancient Remedies: Secrets to Healing with Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History

LN: Please share a few reasons why ancient remedies are a better choice than western-style medical options.

Dr. Josh Axe: More than 400,000 people die per year from medical mistakes, according to evidence published in The Journal of Patient Safety. Ancient remedies address the root cause of the disease and don't just cover up the symptom. They are smarter, safer and more effective. They really work with your body. Ancient remedies like turmeric have been proven to be more effective long-term at treating many illnesses than medications. One particular study showed it to be equally effective at treating arthritis without the side effects, plus it helps improve other areas of health including the heart, liver and brain. Also, it has been shown to be more effective than a leading drug at treating depression.

LN: Ancient Nutrition has launched a new product, Plant Protein+ with a really interesting list of ingredients, like watermelon seeds! Tell us a bit about the powder.

Dr. Josh Axe: My background, and Ancient Nutrition’s other cofounder Jordan Rubin’s background, is focused on digestive health. All health begins in your gut, and we developed the powder to support gut health. We avoided adding any grains or pea protein because these are more difficult to digest. What we found in the nutrient-dense seed proteins we chose, like pumpkin, sacha inchi and watermelon, is that when broken down, they’re very easy to digest. The powder is great for healthy metabolism, and the protein and fiber in it support healthy cravings. We’ve also added in adaptogenic herbs that are food for energy support. It’s really a superfood protein powder.

Try Ancient Nutrition’s Plant Protein+:
This vegan superfood protein powder is dairy-free, gluten-free and Paleo friendly.

PLANT-BASED RECIPES

Vegan Plant Protein Smoothie

Plant-Based Mocha Cold Brew Coffee

Berries n’ Creme Keto Overnight “Noatmeal”

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