Food Instead of Medicine
Author: Татьяна Пугачева, Ирина Медведева
Printhouse: AST
Series: Master of Health
Age restrictions: 16+
Year of publication: 2026
ISBN: 9785171839635
Number of pages: 272
Size: 208х143х19 mm
Cover type: hard
Weight: 322 g
ID: 1738823
We are used to seeking salvation from illnesses at the pharmacy, forgetting that real medicine may lie on our plate. This book is about how ordinary food can work just as well as medications: preventing inflammation, normalizing blood pressure, protecting the heart, and even influencing mood.
At the heart of the book are recommendations from the World Health Organization and results from large-scale scientific studies. The authors systematically debunk stereotypes about "healthy" and "harmful" products, helping the reader learn to listen to their body and understand its true needs.
Inside you will find:
• A detailed guide to vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients;
• An analysis of how nutrition affects appearance;
• Honest answers to important questions;
• Ready-made meal plans for every day.
This book is for those who think about their health and want to gain a holistic, scientifically grounded picture. For those who do not agree to live on pills and are ready to replace strict prohibitions with conscious choices.