This is the fifth book in the 12 book series entitled, 'Reclaim your Health'. The series is designed to equip you, the reader, with the necessary tools to help you reclaim your health and begin to function in a state of your optimal health. Each book is written with a focus on bringing difficult medical concepts into an easily understandable package that the least medically inclined among us can read, understand and implement on their Journey to optimise their health.

The obesity epidemic delves into one of the most pressing health crises of our time. Drawing from decades of medical practice, research, and personal insights, this book explores how lifestyle choices impact longevity and quality of life. The author challenges readers to stretch their lifespans by making informed decisions on diet, exercise and overall well-being.

Beyond obesity, this book is part of a broader series tackling chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart diseases, and dementia - offering practical tools to delay their onset and live a healthier, more fulfilling life.

With a foundation in biochemistry, obstetrics and internal medicine, the author presents a comprehensive guide for anyone seeking to extend their 'dash'- the time between birth and death. Empowering and insightful, the obesity epidemic is an essential read for those committed to reclaiming their health.

This is the fourth book in the 12 book series entitled 'Reclaim your Health. This series is designed to equip you, the reader, with the necessary tools to help you reclaim reclaim your health and begin to function in a state of your optimal health. Each book is written with a focus on bringing difficult medical concepts into an easily understandable package that the least medically inclined among us can read, understand and implement the concepts on their personal journey to reclaiming their health.

In this, the fourth book of the series, we discuss diabetes. The book informs that the incidence of diabetes is on the rise with one in every three Americans predicted to have the disease by 2050. This means that there is a definite need immediate and effective solutions. The current approach to treatments all target disease management instead of looking for ways to prevent or even cure the disease. The author presents a reasoned approach for changing the current approach so that better solutions can be found.

Diabetes is a complicated condition and can cause multiple organ failures resulting in death if it is not appropriately managed. The inability to produce or use insulin causes this disease which results in unregulated sugar levels. The book describes a new approach to diabetes management, which is holistic and emphasizes life style changes.

The contents of this book will excite and keep you actively moving towards becoming the healthiest version of yourself, whilst ensuring you remain protected from the complications of diabetes.

Each chapter closes with an area called 'pause for thought' which allows you to reflect on the contents of the chapter. This is followed by some 'take home nuggets' which neatly summarises and packages the information within the chapter. So, let's dive in!

This is the third book in this twelve book series entitled: 'Reclaim Your Health'. The series is designed to equip you the reader, with necessary tools to help you reclaim your health and begin to function in a state of your optimal health. Each book is written with a focus on bringing difficult medical concepts into an easily understandable package, that the least medically inclined among us can read, understand, and enjoy implementing the concepts on their personal journey to reclaiming their health.

In this, the third book of the series we discuss cardiovascular disease. We have observed two outstanding properties of the heart in that it is composed of tissue which does not get fatigued, and it is not under the control of our will. We have discussed the miseducation perpetuated around cholesterol and note that in the process of trying to keep the channels patent, the focus on cholesterol may be misdirected. The role and safety of statins have been questioned and evidence of their toxicity exposed. The differences in the composition of the clots found in arteries and veins present a logical argument to explain why the mechanism for their occurrence is different.

The contents of this book will sufficiently excite and keep you actively moving towards becoming your healthiest self, while you are ensuring you are protecting against cardiovascular disease.

We at Philburn Academy know that the path forward requires your active involvement, that is the reason why we have left a blank page at the end of each chapter captioned 'NOTES'. This blank page is left to ensure your active involvement in exploring the contents of each chapter whilst simultaneously allowing you the opportunity to make your own notes on the chapter as you explore its' contents.

Each chapter closes with an area called Pause for Thought, which allows you to reflect on the information that you read. This is followed by some Take Home Nuggets, which neatly summarizes and packages the information within the chapter. So, let's dive in!

This is the second book in the series entitled 'Reclaim your Health' The series is designed to equip you, the reader, with the necessary tools to help you reclaim your health and begin to function in a state of your optimal health. Each book is written with a focus on bringing difficult medical concepts into an easily understandable package, that the least medically inclined among us can read, understand, and enjoy implementing the concepts on their personal journey to reclaiming their health.

In this, the second book of the series we discuss Alzheimer's disease. We discuss the known risk factors for this disease as well as outlining several to protect ourselves from it. The greater incidence of Alzheimer's disease among women when compared to men of the same age have been highlighted. The benefits of oestrogen replacement therapy in fighting off Alzheimer's disease have been addressed. A stark warning of the value of oestrogen-only replacements and not the combined oestrogen/progesterone replacements in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease has been advanced based on the evidence. Our environment as well as infectious agents play a significant role in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The evidence points to an uneasy relationship between HSV type 1 (the virus which causes cold sore) and Alzheimer's disease. Moulds have also been implicated.

The contents of this book will sufficiently excite and keep you actively moving towards becoming your healthiest self, while ensuring that you protect yourself against Alzheimer's disease.

We at Philburn Academy know that the path forward requires your active involvement , for this reason we have left a blank page at the end of each chapter captioned, 'NOTES'. This blank page is left to ensure your active involvement in exploring the contents of each chapter whilst giving you the opportunity to make your own notes on the chapter as you read it.

Each chapter closes with an area called 'Pause for Thought' which allows you to reflect on the information that you read. This is followed by some 'Take Home Nuggets' which neatly summarizes and packages the information within the chapter. So, Let's dive in!

This is the first book in the series entitled: 'Reclaim Your Health'. This series is designed to equip you, the reader, with necessary tools to help you reclaim your health and begin to function in a state of your optimal health. Each book is written with a focus of bringing difficult medical concepts into an easily understandable package, that the least medically inclined among us can read, understand and enjoy while implementing the concepts on their personal journeys to reclaiming their health.

In this, the first book of the series we discuss cancer. We present useful insight into the development of cancer and simultaneously we provide a useful expose' of how unique qualities of cancer allows it to overcome our innate defense mechanisms.

The process by which cancer develops involves a battle between our defense system and the rogue cell, cancer. Cancer develops its own blood supply, manipulate the cell cycle to resist cell death and it flourishes even in the absence of oxygen.

The contents of this book will sufficiently excite and keep you actively moving towards becoming your the healthiest version of yourself, that version that is free from cancer.

We at Philburn Academy know that the path forward requires your active involvement, for that reason, a blank page is left at the end of each chapter captioned 'NOTES'. This blank page is left to ensure your active involvement in exploring the contents of each chapter while giving you the opportunity to make your own notes on the chapter as you read it.

Each chapter closes with an area called 'Pause for Thought' which allows you to reflect on the information that you read. This is followed by some 'Take Home Nuggets', which neatly summarizes and packages the information within the chapter. So, let's dive in!

Whether you are younger or more maturein age, you can live the life of your dreams, harnessing the power of your body, mind and spirit. Let me show you how!

There is so much more to your best life than you have already lived. Through the BMS (body Mind Spirit) model, Dr Harris Phillip wants to equip you with all the tools necessary to live your best life; a life to which years are not only added but vitality and health are assured.
Step by step you will be guided through the process of building your best life, even by starting from where you are right now. This process is available and accessible to everyone. Regardless of whether you are younger or more mature, it is not too late to add years to your life and life to your years!

Delving into the BMS ecosystem you can immediately signals how you can grow into the best version of yourself, that is grow into your excellence.

We at Philburn Academy are particularly excited about the opportunity afforded you with this holistic opportunity to facilitate your growth. It also gives you an opportunity to determine where you want to be and in so doing gives some understanding of emotional management and how you can regulate your spirit, directing it in your desired direction along the Emotional Positioning System.

We know that mastery of the triune of which you are composed will not only allow you a better understanding of who you are and where you are in life; It also give you an opportunity to determine where you want to be and in so doing gives some insight into how you can get there and so grow into your excellence.

There is much more to your best life as well as the best version of yourself that lies dormant because of many interacting and intervening factors. We encourage you to evaluate these factors, embrace them, and appreciate them as necessary tools to facilitate your growth.

You must understand that your growth is a process, it takes time, but it also requires commitment and effort from you. We have suggested several steps in this book which not only encourages your physical health but your mental health and emotional health are all addressed.

In case you find the ideas overwhelming, In chapter 19 of this book is a chapter dedicated to the effective management of stress, the Stress busting blue print.

This book essentially nestles you into an ecosystem in which growth into your excellence is both encouraged and facilitated, meaning that you are the only one who has the authority to define what excellence means to you.