FARMACOLOGY

I came to this book at the recommendation of a physician as I struggle to help my teenage daughter manage her gut-driven autoimmune issues, which include food sensitivity-driven hyper permeable gut and anaphylactic shock and multiple incidents of anaphylactic shock, and most recently a severe and life-altering vasculitis. Her rheumatologist, immunologist, and gastroenterologist call her the mystery girl, but her integrative physician told us to focus on food and what her body tells us. Enter Farmacology, which is life changing for my family. We already ate "organic" and thought we were keeping heavy doses of hormones, antibiotics, processing/chemicals, modern gluten, and processed sugar out of her and our bodies. After reading Farmacology, I'm convinced we aren't, and that we're missing vital microbes and even helpful bacterias etc., so we're refocusing on knowing our food growers and growing food ourself in a more biodynamic model, and on eliminating the heavily homogenized/pasteurized milk sold on our chain stores shelves in favor of locally sourced and less processed milk, and less of it altogether. There's so much I could say about the intelligence, curiosity, common sense, caring, and readability of this book, but I'm sure you get the picture: I loved it and appreciated it. Highly recommended.

I'm not typically a believer in things like macrobiotics, Paolo diets and so forth. But as a home gardener, I am a believer that the world has way too many processsed foods. I also share the writer's commentary on modern medicine. Doctors are far too interested in prescribing this pill or that for each and every illness, real or perceived. I also think way too much faith is placed in what they prescribe.In fairness, well over half the problem is we ourselves. There is the constant expectation that the Doctors must give us a "cure" for everything. This is of course fed to us by the nonstop advertising by"Big Pharma". Sometimes the answer is to simply eat better and less "manufactured" food.I would strongly recommend this book to anyone,.

I would refer the reader to the 3 page summary in the Description of the book. The articles are news stories, interviews followed by opinions in the 5 "Aha's" toward the end and a section of brief summaries of the intro and seven Chapters helps confirm the authors theme and purpose in the writing. A rich bibliography and references shows the authors knowledge not only in Medicine, but biology, ecology and sociology, plus a sensibility for naturopathy and creation care. As a family practitioner M.D (Retired) I feel sure the author fits my philosophy of medicine as 85% healing and 15% science that is hard to find in the current practice of medicine

I searched for this book after watching a documentary that featured Dr. Miller. I wanted to find out more about her and her belief systems in regards to health and healing. I was not disappointed. I have just started dabbling in this idea of moving away from Western medicine. I am a RN and I see that what we are doing doesn't always help, and I am disappointed how little we emphasize diet in our treatment. Dr. Miller spoke to this part of me. This book is nicely organized and the concepts that she discusses are so basic, and yet we in this "modern" society seem to have forgotten the basics. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in a new view point. Or to anyone who has had a doctor tell them there is nothing wrong,

This book helped me understand some notions that had been bugging me about the test-and-replace approach to both farming and medicine, and it will strongly influence the direction I take with my clients going forward.One thing I love about this book is how accessible the information is. Even if this isn't your field or your passion, the concepts are explained simply and are easy to understand. Conversely, if this *is* your field or your passion, there is so much rich material here that it's a fantastic starting point and can point you in the direction of even further study.I would love to see this book on every book club or required course reading list -- it's for everyone who lives in a body and eats food.

With some background in science, I have been satisfied with a systems or more holistic approach. Miller gave me a lot to think about. I loved her parallels between the biomass on the farm and in the human body. She did make me nervous with her testimonial about essential oils but her other observations makes me want to explore further. I intend to grow a garden and read more of her books.

The thought that a Medical Doctor has invested so much into an investigation of the connections between farming practices, farm products and the body's ability to thrive is worth a peek. It is an easy read and it is filled with relatable examples of why its ideas are relevant for me. While reading this book, I have found several 'aha' moments and have reflected on non-genetic, non-traumatic health issues of almost everyone I know. I have a new filter for seeing, tasting and choosing healthful foods for fueling my body, and those of my growing children, (and even my mother).In talking with some friends about these ideas, conversations are either all or none. I have seen renewed interest in people growing their own food or obtaining foods from conscientious farmers. But more frequently, I have met arguments about the economic, logistical and functional challenges to feeding everyone with foods grown by these methods. I am considering our (my family to start) physiological future.We always hear that the keys to optimal health are diet and exercise, well the word 'diet' has a new lens for me. In reading books, looking over research studies and watching what seems to be working, (and not working), my own health journey leads me to my current reflection: that in conjunction with the need for exercise, I must consider what this book has to teach us all about our food.

In a series of well told, first hand experiences, Daphne sets out an insightful, intelligent analysis of how the food we eat, soil, animal, human and planetary health are all inextricably linked. If you care about your food, your health and your planet you’ll want to read this book!

Loved this book. A lot of stuff that I knew already from reading similar, but a lot of really interesting new stuff. Have already bought copies for friends.

A very thorough review and analysis of the links between soil health ,herbage and human food and health

A good read. As a farmer I found the tour around alternative farms in the US enthralling, reading a chapter every night. A lot was familiar but good to see it pulled together and appreciated by a non-farmer. I'd like to think that my farm customers and prospective customers appreciate the health parallels.

Interessant geschrieben. sehr informativ und gut recherchiert und unterbaut. Aber kein "Reklame" oder "Verkauf"-Buch - die Autorin regt zur eigenen Meinungsbildung an und ermutigt einen die Landbau und Gesundheit aus einem anderen Blickwinkel zu betrachten. ohne dabei ihre Wahrheit als die einzig wahre verkaufen zu wollen.Eine sehr empfehlenswerte Lektüre.