God’s Grand Design for Health

Darnell, a chiropractor and holistic counsellor, introduces his system of spiritual and physical health in this clear and helpful book. Taking readers beyond symptoms and into the intricate world of the symbiotic relationships between bodies and their surrounding environments, Darnell explores how diet, the environment, and the delicate balance of pH in the body may affect all aspects of health. In his opening chapters he uses many charts and lists to explain the increasingly poor health of U.S. citizens. He then dives into his holistic approach, which focuses primarily on cell health and reduction of inflammation. While most of his medical advice comes in the form of dietary and nutritional tips, he also insists that personal harmony begins with spiritual harmony. A devout Christian, Darnell uses biblical quotes to reinforce his ideas: “We are appointed stewards to what God has given us... to whom much is given, much is required.” With great detail on the causes and effects of inflammation, the influence of free radicals, the best sources for vitamins and minerals, and the sources of toxins in foods, Darnell provides a wealth of health information in a small space. This is a readable, practical guide for any Christian reader who wishes to find a path to healthier living. (BookLife)