Wild Medicine
Join psycho-nutritionist Dr. Shawn Talbott on an extraordinary journey across continents—exploring how ancient wisdom and modern science converge to heal the mind, body, and spirit.
In Wild Medicine, Dr. Talbott explores the intersections of ancient plant wisdom, modern microbial science, and cutting-edge body-mind medicine, revealing how herbs, probiotics, and sustainably harvested botanicals interact with the bacteria in our gut (microbiome) and communicate across our Gut-Brain-Axis to influence every aspect of physical health, mental fitness, and emotional well-being.
By viewing thousands of years of ancient health practices such as Chinese (TCM) and Indian (Ayurveda) medicine through the modern lens of Western neuroscience and cutting-edge microbiome research, he goes beyond treating symptoms to rediscover nature’s role in recalibrating the core biological systems that govern our moods, vitality, and ultimately our longevity.
What Anthony Bourdain did for food, Dr. Talbott does for natural health—inviting readers and viewers to rediscover the world’s most powerful natural solutions for modern ailments. He does this by delving into:
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Plants: Natural remedies which are often as effective as prescription drugs,
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People: Heartwarming and humorous stories that connect global communities through shared humanity,
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Purpose: Education to motivate and inspire readers towards environmental stewardship and protection of the ecosystems that sustain life and healing.
A transformational exploration of nature, culture, and consciousness, Wild Medicine will change how we see medicine, mindfulness, and our place in the world.
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Book details
- Author
- Shawn M. Talbott
- Imprint
- Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Pages
- 224
- Formats
- Paperback, Hardcover
- Subjects
- Medical › Alternative & Complementary Medicine
Health & Fitness › Healthy Living
Health & Fitness › Yoga
Travel › Asia - Topics
- herbal medicine · gut-brain connection · microbiome · adaptogens · traditional Chinese medicine · Ayurveda · holistic nutrition · mental wellness
- ISBN-13
- 9798887982120 (Paperback)9798887982137 (Hardcover)
About the author
SHAWN TALBOTT holds advanced degrees in Exercise Science, Entrepreneurship, and a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry, and has authored best-selling books translated into multiple languages alongside two academic textbooks.
Talbott’s work has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, the TED stage, and at the White House. He developed nutraceutical products generating over $1 billion in global sales and directed an award-winning documentary film. His degrees were earned at UMASS, MIT, and Rutgers, with undergraduate training at Marietta College.
When not writing, Talbott has competed at the elite level in rowing and triathlon and has held the title of "World’s Fittest CEO." His work integrates physiology, biochemistry, and psychology to improve mental wellness and physical performance.
Shawn lives with his family in Utah and Massachusetts.