The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity: A Modern Practical Guide to the Ancient Way
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (798 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 067164811X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 416 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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. About the Author Daniel Reid was born and educated in America and lived in Taiwan, where he studied under numerous Tao masters. He is a Taoist practitioner and the author of several books, including the bestselling The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity; Guarding the Three Treasures; Chi-Gung; and Chinese Healing Herbs. He lives in Australia
"This is like 10 books in one. A real winner!" according to Jim Richmond. I could say a lot of great things about this wonderful book, but I'll try to keep it simple. It is amazing how much ground the book covers. As I said in the title, it is like getting 10 books in one. There are very few books that I'd give a 5-star review, but this one deserves it. The author really poured out his research into this book. There isn't any doodling or scampering around with words to fill up a book. He hits the material and just keeps going with more great information.Overall, it is about healthy eating, digestion, and breathing. It has other topics, but more me, these are the key . Not All It Claims To Be Demitri Pevzner I would like to start by saying I have a few books written by Reed, and generally enjoy his writing. While this particular book contains a great wealth of information, some of it seems to contradict a variety of other materials on TCM, and some of the sources are dubious.As one example, the author's advice on healthy eating where he advises to stick to raw foods, seems directly in conflict with much of the established TCM theory (see Bob Flaws' Arisal Of The Clear, Tao Of Healthy Eating, or Prince Wen Hui's cook book as perfect examples.) His advice to stay away from processed foods, however, i. "Great book if you are motivated" according to Al Gregory. Actually a great book on the Taoist way of nutrition and exercise. However, one has to be 'in the mood' to read all that is contained in this comprehensive guide. It is probably better to take the chapters that interest you and go from there. I kind of got bogged down with some of the formulas and stopped reading any more. However, it is still a good book as a preliminary study into ancient and modern Taoist methods.
With a detailed introduction to the ancient philosophical, ethical, and religious Chinese practice of Taoism, The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity is a unique, comprehensive, and practical self-help guide to live a balanced and positive Taoist lifestyle.Written by a Westerner for the Western mind, The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity is perfect for the modern reader interested in exploring the balanced and holistic health care system used by Chinese physicians, martial artists, and meditators for over 5,000 years.Drawing on his extensive personal experience and research from original sources, author Daniel Reid covers all aspects of the healthy Taoist lifestyle, delivering concise information and instruction on diet and nutrition, fasting, breathing and exercise, sexual health, medicine, and meditation.Featuring helpful charts and illustrations, The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity makes the ancient practice easier to understand and more applicable to a modern Western audience than ever before.
. Daniel Reid was born and educated in America and lived in Taiwan, where he studied under numerous Tao masters. He is a Taoist practitioner and the author of several books, including the bestselling The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity; Guarding the Three Treasures; Chi-Gung; and Chinese Healing Herbs. He lives