Journalist Steve Hendricks delves into the rich history and cutting-edge science behind fasting, an age-old remedy experiencing a dynamic resurgence. He takes readers on an enlightening tour from the earliest days of humanity through the Greek fathers of medicine, Christianity's "fasting saints," and a 19th-century doctor's 40-day fast on a New York City stage
Threaded throughout are Hendricks's own adventures in fasting, including stays at luxurious and spartan fasting clinics.
A playful, insightful, and persuasive exploration of when we should--and should not--feed our bodies, The Oldest Cure in the World is an entertaining read and an inspiration for those considering fasting as part of a healthy diet.