What You Must Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs and More

Almost 75 percent of your health and life expectancy is based on lifestyle, environment, and nutrition. Yet even if you follow a healthful diet, you are probably not getting all the nutrients you need to prevent disease. Why? There are many reasons, ranging from the mineral-depleted soils in which our foods are grown, to medications that rob the body of various vitamins and minerals. What, then, is the answer? Pamela Wartian Smith, MD, MPH, spent her first twenty-two years of practice as an emergency room physician at the Detroit Medical Center. A member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Physicians and a board examiner, Dr. Smith is an internationally known speaker and author on the subject of wellness and anti-aging. Currently, she is the owner and director of the Center for Healthy Living and Longevity, with locations in Ann Arbor, Center Line, Rochester, and Traverse City, Michigan. was written for everyone who wants to optimize health through diet and nutrient supplements. Dr. Pamela Smith first explains how medications, lifestyle, and other factors determine which nutrients are right for you, and how nutrient deficiencies can lead to chronic disease. She then provides all the information you need to create your own personalized nutritional program. Whether you are trying to overcome a medical condition or you simply want to maintain good health, this book can help you make the best choices about your diet and your supplement program.