Maximum Healing: Optimize Your Natural Ability to Heal

by H. Robert Silverstein

Based on his CAIM (Complementary-Alternative-Integrative-Medicine) approach, Dr. H. Robert Silverstein outlines a program that integrates modern medical practices with alternative and ancient forms of healing. Recalling the work of Andrew Weil and Larry Dossey, the book argues that our self-healing mechanism—the immune system—is more powerful than we think. If we make wise diet and lifestyle changes, says Silverstein, the immune system can function at an optimal level, restoring health and preventing future illnesses.

Part I explores the five keys to health—five critical domains that affect the immune the quality of our air, water, and food; the degree of physical activity we engage in; and the degree of positive feelings and stability in our psychological and emotional lives. Providing a clear description of the immune system, the book details the elements of good health, which include healing foods, minerals, antioxidants, herbs, physical activity, and the avoidance of unrealistic thinking. Part II contains a thirty-day program divided into four diet, exercise, outlook on life, and creating balance in daily life. The book concludes with over sixty restorative recipes designed to boost immunity and help fight chronic illnesses.

288 pages, Paperback

First published April 27, 2007

Reviews

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

The chapter on Understanding your Immune System, alone, is worth its weight in gold. What an amazing system we have in our very own bodies. Written so that the average person can read and understand, this information is powerful beyond words. I urge you to read this and see for yourself.

Having said this, I have not finished the entire book yet. It is a work in progress and one that I revisit frequently. I have read various sections so far.

[Bernice Rocque · Rating 5 out of 5]

I agree with another reviewer that the chapter on the workings of the immune system is valuable. On a related subject, the author provides recent research information not just about foods that help to prevent cancer, but also foods that fight cancer cells in the body. After I read this book last year, I gave copies to family and friends who have health issues or interested in taking proactive steps in their diets and lifestyles.

[Terry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have tremendous respect for Dr. Silverstein and his skill as a physician. Though I have never been treated by him, I know others who have and had great results. His book is informative, helpful and challenges us to be better stewards of our health.