Plea for a Simpler Life: And Fads of an Old Physician (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

George Skene Keith

 
9781332594276: Plea for a Simpler Life: And Fads of an Old Physician (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Shift toward a simpler, more self-reliant approach to health with time-tested habits that focus on the stomach and everyday living.


This edition combines lessons from two voices of the same physician, sharing practical ideas for careful eating, lightening the load of the body, and choosing nutrition with purpose. It frames health as a personal journey, where simple choices can lead to better well‑being and lower medical costs. The writing is grounded in real cases that illustrate how restraint and natural methods can support recovery and daily vitality.



  • Clear guidance on abstaining from excess food and the judicious use of milk and hot water.

  • A range of methods for preserving and regaining health through diet, light living, and mindful routines.

  • Thoughtful discussions on stimulants, self-care, and the responsibilities of maintaining health.

  • Stories from the author’s experiences that help readers understand the approach in practice.


Ideal for readers curious about a different perspective on health, diet, and everyday wellness.

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Excerpt from Plea for a Simpler Life: And Fads of an Old Physician

Previous to the publication of 'faa's of an Old P/zysz'cian' I was inundated with letters asking for more minute directions as to food, etc. I usually advised that the 'p/ea' should be given to the family doctor, who might be willing to try my methods if he knew them to be agreeable to the patient. The plan.

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