Sharing my review of books I’ve read recently and whether they’re worth adding to your collection.
Hi friends! Are you OK? I hope you had a great morning. I went on a hike with the kids and then came home and continued cleaning out their closets. We made a mess in the process, but it was worth it!
For today’s post, I want to share some of the books I’ve read recently. Reading hasn’t been a priority for me since the kids went back to school. I had missed it and it felt so good to be back there! I’ve been trying to listen to books while I do housework, which has been helpful this month. also.
Here’s a roundup of recent reads and whether I recommend adding them to your list!
recent books
Lies I Was Taught in Medical School
exist Lies I was taught in medical school, Dr. Robert Lufkin challenges many of the long-held assumptions of conventional medicine, particularly in the areas of nutrition, chronic disease, and preventive care. Drawing on his own medical training and clinical experience, he reveals how outdated guidelines, the effects of medications, and limited nutrition education can lead to ineffective or even harmful health advice.
Dr. Robert Lufkin describes how many physicians are trained with outdated nutrition guidelines and limited tools to prevent chronic disease, then shares how his own perspective has shifted after years of practice and teaching. It’s eye-opening without being preachy, and empowering in a sense: It reminds you that your health is not something you blindly give up. You can ask questions, look for root causes, and advocate for things that actually make you feel better. 10/10
From Amazon:
For the first time in history, chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and obesity are plaguing our population on a global scale. This game-changing book from an experienced physician comprehensively explains the causes of chronic disease and exposes common misconceptions in modern medicine.
exist Lies I was taught in medical school, Robert Lufkin, MD, explains that metabolic dysfunction is a common underlying cause of most chronic diseases that have been ignored for decades, giving us the tools we need to prevent and reverse them. He draws on extensive, peer-reviewed evidence that standard medical advice is killing us.
In twelve lavishly illustrated chapters, Lies I Taught in Medical School chronicles how Dr. Lufkin reversed four of his own chronic illnesses and expertly provides the strategies needed:
Reduce chronic disease risk factors such as inflammation and insulin resistance
Stabilizing mental health through nutrition and lifestyle
Improve diet and metabolism
Treat common chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases
Quit unnecessary medications, including many diabetes and high blood pressure medications
In addition, Dr. Lufkin provides practical advice, showing how lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress management can target the root causes of chronic disease. Lies I Taught in Medical School is a revolutionary, comprehensive guide that will help you take control of your health before it’s too late.
The millionaire next door
This book completely redefines what wealth actually looks like. No fancy cars and big houses, The millionaire next door Showing that most financially successful people live normal or even modest lives. They are consistent, disciplined, and focused on long-term stability rather than appearance. It’s not about deprivation; It’s about intentional choices. I found it foundational and motivating, especially as it reminded me that quiet consistency often wins fast, showy success. We have definitely cut down on our spending this year and this book has helped a lot with my mindset about everything. 10/10
From Amazon:
This incredible national bestseller is changing people’s lives and increasing their net worth!
Can you find the millionaire next door?
Who are the rich people in this country?
What do they do?
Where do they shop?
What cars do they drive?
How do they invest?
How did they get rich?
Can I be one of them?
Find out in The Millionaire Next Door, an unprecedented story of American wealth. You’ll be surprised what you find…
Personal economics
I was delighted to read Dr. Cabral’s latest book, which exceeded my high expectations. Personal economics Dr. Stephen Cabral presents a personalized, root-cause approach to health, Recognize that no two bodies are the same. Cabral emphasizes understanding an individual’s biochemistry, genetics, lifestyle, stress levels and environmental exposures rather than a universal protocol. This book walks readers through how to use a combination of functional lab testing, targeted nutrition, detoxification, and lifestyle changes to restore balance and prevent chronic disease. This is a powerful book for anyone looking for a more personalized, systems-based path to healing. 10/10
From Amazon:
The future of health is personal. Don’t guess – test. Personomics is your guide to unlocking lifelong energy, health, longevity and the end of all disease.
Why do some people enjoy eating food while others feel bloated, tired, or inflamed? Why would two people following the same exercise, diet, or supplement plan get completely different results?
Because there is no one-size-fits-all answer to health issues. The truth is, your body operates according to its own unique code. When you learn how to read it, you hold the key to reversing fatigue, balancing hormones, improving sleep, clearing brain fog, and extending your health and longevity.
In Peopleonomics, board-certified naturopathic physician Dr. Stephen Cabral reveals the hidden signals your body sends out every day—clues that conventional medicine often misses. You’ll learn how simple assessments, home labs, and natural protocols can help you identify foods, nutrient deficiencies, and toxicities that cause inflammation, rebalance your hormones and metabolism, and design a personalized plan to restore your energy, burn more body fat, and optimize your health.
“The code hidden within your body is more powerful than any medical diagnosis. Personomics reveals how to unlock it and change the entire trajectory of your health and longevity.”
good mood
It’s pure comfort, resort-like comfort. good mood By BK Borison It reads like a Christmas romantic comedy that will make you want to curl up on the couch, preferably with a blanket and a hot drink. It’s light-hearted yet still heartfelt, with lovable characters and familiar reminders that healing, love, and new beginnings often appear when you least expect them. This book is perfect if you want something feel-good and escapist, and it’s a quick read so you can still enjoy it before the 12 Days of Christmas are over! 7/10 Just because it’s pure fluff.
From Amazon:
He is the ghost of Christmas past. She’s not quite Scrooge.
Nolan Callahan, the ghost of Christmas Past, plans to spend this haunting holiday like everyone else – in, out, and back to his original aimless existence as a ghost awaiting the afterlife. But when he faces Harriet York, the sweetest mission he’s ever experienced, he suddenly finds himself hopeful for the future.
Harriet York had no idea why she was haunted. She’s a good person—or, at least, she tries to be. She is a people pleaser at heart and she always does what others expect of her. But as she and Nolan begin to examine her past, they discover threads that connect them and realize that moving on may be more than they bargained for.
As the Christmas Eve deadline approaches, can they find the key to their future from each other’s past? Or will they stay firmly in the moment, reveling in their unexpected, energizing connection?
Full of magic, chaos and cozy holiday charm, this swoon-worthy romance is BK Borison’s best work yet!
So, tell me, friends: Have you had a 10/10 read recently? What’s on your reading list right now?
I’m looking forward to getting this started.
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Gina
