Body on Fire: How Inflammation Triggers Chronic Illness and the Tools We Have to Fight It

Body on Fire is a gem of 17 chapters packed with actionable information on why and how to start & maintain a healthy lifestyle. Unpacking all pillars of Lifestyle Medicine, the authors provide accessible and pertinent information about the root causes of atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, diabetes and obesity, and offer their insight on how to prevent and control these common diseases. Evidence-based healthy nutrition suggestions are accompanied by practical tips, ready to implement in daily life. In a world saturated with fad diets and unsubstantiated claims, this book is backed-up by science, in a friendly, no-nonsense format. Up-to-date info on novel factors such as the role of microbiome and the importance of the gut-health connection are discussed, along with clear descriptions of stress management strategies, yoga and tips on how to start and maintain an exercise program that is both safe and effective. Too many to describe here, the reader will discover more gems with each turn of the page. Very useful graphics, along with a glossary of terms, make this book a real resource. Powered by the expertise of top professionals and written with the insight of someone who understands and went through the challenges of adopting new life habits, this book provides a rich and enjoyable learning experience for anyone who wants to bring more health to their lives.

This book is super easy to read and full of information about the importance of healing your body of inflammation that you probably don't even know you have! We sadly ignore or push through when our bodies are speaking to us.. This book explains the science behind inflammation and uses language that can be understood by anyone not just people in the medical field. Most importantly, these doctors give the reader solutions to problems not just explain the problem! I read it in two sittings and will go back and read again because there really is that much information that can be applied to your every day life. Do yourself a favor and read this book! Enjoy the journey to good health and feeling well!

This book was amazing. I was diagnosed with RA back in May 20’. At that time I came across the Forks Over Knives website and began reading the success stories about how a plant based diet helped others with chronic disease. I saw Dr. Monica Aggarwal’s story and resonated since she was diagnosed with RA too. I picked up this book in October. It truly opens your eyes up to how nutrition, sleep, stress play a huge role in the inflammation in our bodies. So thankful for Dr. Aggarwal for sharing her story and her journey. There truly is comfort in knowing we aren’t alone in our struggles. I overhauled my diet and began a plant based way of life. In 5 months my ESR went from 58 to 13!!! And not to mention I feel much better.

How many of us go to the doctor for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, insomnia, depression, etc., and are given a pill to make it go away? Well the goal of this book is to make us honestly assess our lives, and take some responsibility for our choices. Poor diet, sedentary lifestyles, and poor sleep habits are stressors to the body that cause inflammation. This book goes over ways to improve those poor habits, thereby decreasing inflammation and helping your body heal itself. Each chapter is presented in a clear and concise manner. One of the things that I really liked is that the book isn’t too preachy in its message. The author’s acknowledge that change can be difficult, and also acknowledge that even small changes are a step in the right direction. This is a pretty short and easy read and I would recommend it for pretty much anyone who is experiencing health issues. It certainly won’t cure everyone, but it could definitely help some of us. Thank you to NetGalley for this advanced reader copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I am a patient of Dr. Aggarwal’s. And she is the first doctor who, along with her time and expertise, gave me the invaluable gift of hope. She also gave expert-care, time and hope to my dad. She is a kind person who truly cares about her patient’s and her reader’s whole selves — this warmth comes through in her book. Her book offers that same invaluable combination—it is comprehensive, well-researched, full of personal warmth, clear and empowering! I have gifted and recommended this book to family and friends. And I pull it out often for help in my own journey. We love you Dr. Aggarwal!

Slow start to the book, seems overwhelming, but if you stick it out, I gets better! Very informative about how we can make changes in our habits that will help us to feel more in control of our bodies, and health!

I enjoyed reading this book to get into the right frame of mind to change eating and lifestyle habits, but it wasn’t information that I didn’t already know.

The author has provided a wealth of information and a really good reference book, even for those of us who have already embraced this way of eating. Buy it, read it, re-read it, and give it as gifts to those you love.

Excellent well designed book - practical and makes accessible the latest science.

Full of interesting information that could help you in the fight against the many preventable diseases brought on by a lifetime of bad eating and lifestyle habits.

A very interesting read from two doctors that realized main stream medicine isn't curing illness, just treating the symptoms. I read it in one sitting. The book peaked my interest after hearing the doctors interviewed on Chef AJ's YouTube channel.

Mi è capitato per caso di ascoltare un’intervista con la Dott.ssa Aggarwal su YouTube e sono rimasta immediatamente colpita per l’argomento trattato e mi sono identificata con le mie problematiche di salute (artrosi) e ho deciso di comprare il libro. È una attenta analisi sulle nostre abitudini sbagliate che sono la causa di molte malattie croniche e che la medicina tradizionale tratta con superficialità ricorrendo a farmaci che a lungo andare provocano ulteriori danni. Questo libro è un invito a prendere consapevolezza dell’importanza dell’alimentazione e del movimento per vivere in salute il più a lungo possibile; ci dà preziosissimi consigli e suggerimenti di cui far tesoro quotidianamente. Altamente raccomandato. Peccato non sia disponibile la versione in italiano per chi non comprende l’inglese.

After dealing with an autoimmune disorder since 2018 without the use of medication I wanted to delve deeper into understanding the triggers for my flares. Monica's book has helped me do that. After reading this book, I purchased her companion cookbook and am even more happy I stumbled upon her YouTube interview. Thanks!