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Reviews of
"The Tao of Health, Sex & Longevity"
by
Daniel Reid
Extremely
Influencial in My Life
I
do not want to gush, so I will try and be as objective
as
possible. I grew up as a traditional martial artist,
and at the hands of a hospital I was done a grave injustice
... the results left me with a very youthful looking
20 year old body, with very old organs. I was in the
process of rehabilitating my body when I came across
Mr. Reid's work. I was very fortunate to have had the
training that I did, and I was working dilligently
to re-build myself ... however ... there were things
missing
in my approach. HUGE gaps were filled in by Mr. Reid's
enlightening research.
In this book, Mr. Reid shares some wonderful methods that
successfully unify Western natural approaches w/ Traditional
Chinese health practices. As someone who already followed
the Tao, fasting was a regular part of my life, but this
but put a fantastically bright light on my practices. His
work is engaging to read and very effective in terms of
an approach to healthcare.
If you are looking for Detox
purposes, definately check out Mr. Reid's book "The Tao of Detox" for a
more indepth view on the subject. In terms of a "whole
package" this is a wonderful place to start, very
new look into old authentic Taoist methods ... very well
done.
Yours,
David R. Hastings Lloyd
July 2005
Eastern
Philosophy Comes To The West With Great Results
Tired of
boring health books that bog you down with a lot of
technical, impractical mumbo-jumbo? Looking for that
one book that addresses the issues of diet, exercise and
overall
health? Well this is the book! Not only does it delve
into the intricacies of these subjects, it relates the
Tao ideologies
connected with fasting, proper breathing, sexual techniques,
meditation and much more. This 400-page reading is packed
with valuable information and offers something advantageous
for all, no matter the age or gender. Reid brilliantly
conveys the philosophical approach of Eastern practices
in a manner that any westerner can identify with. Although
it is composed in a "text book" format, the writing
is never boring and the data is so enlightening and mentally
stimulating, it almost prompts one to instantly attempt
to apply some of the methodology written within. Personally,
I've applied several of the techniques Reid writes about,
and found each to be valid and beneficial. I highly recommend
you add this to your library, and even suggest you display
it on your coffee table, as an excellent conversation book.
From Amazon.com, March 2005
Enlightenment.
The real way to change your life.
This book was an unexpected, and amazing find. While not every page of this book
may be for you, it will definately act like a 'slap in the face' about your current
lifestyle.
The insight provided into health (mental and physical), diet and longevity is
priceless. If you feel sluggish, unsatisfied, and wanting more from life, this
book is for
you.
So many of our 'Western' habits are founded on the wrong principles, or they
don't listen to the natural way of the body. This book leads you by the hand,
and points you in the right direction.
By far one of the most enlightening books I've ever read. Buy it even if you
could care less about 'Taoism'. It will compliment anyone's life. Contains detailed
information about diet and food combinations, real-world nutritional facts (not
nutritional theorems grown in a lab by a scientist working for a food corporation),
great solutions for stress relief and inner peace, and so much more.
Throw out every self help book, diet book, and exercise book that you own and
read The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity. It starts with the nature of your
body in mind, not with a theory.
Where most books contain some helpful advice, you are often left feeling like
your money was taken. This book will make you wish for more. Much more.
Reviewer: Steven W Shaw from Fond du Lac, WI, United States
Life
THAT Much Better!
I believed I was like everyone else
... that I could try to be healthier, but that I wouldn't
feel
THAT much
better. But I did, and I did. So much so that I took
Reid's suggestions [based on] ancient Chinese wisdom
to extreme, my life
so much better for it. It's amazing how much improvement
can be made from diet alone. Acupuncture and herbs can
tweak your condition, but the most substancial improvements
are made with diet as described in this book. I found
great improvements with every aspect tried - including
colonics.
Areas of possible improvements are endless. With true
effort following this book, I have cured my allergies,
improved
my vision and have
been sick only twice in the past two years (both just a
head
cold). My most prized improvement has been clarity of
mind, best described as level of awareness.
Whether you are a beginner on the
path, or a more advanced person looking for a reminder,
this book will become a
lifelong friend. A historical and philosophical understanding
of the Tao, life altering dietary suggestions, and a
plethora of immortalist techniques. Breathing exercises,
Sexual
Yoga, Fasting and the ills of the modern diet---loaded
with outstanding information!
Any book that serves Mind,
Body and Spirit should be lauded, and this book delivers.
Keep
your mind open when reading this, and don't be alarmed
by the Enemas!!!
This book has helped my health, my sex
life and call me in 300 years to find out about the longevity
part.
Reviewer: Kilgore Trout from Tralfamadore
GREAT WORK that can change your health for the
better!
Reid encourages the use of natural food and fruits for
one's diet to cure ailments such as headaches, obesity
etc.
The best chapter in the book is on Breathing
and "Chi", where he explains what chi is, and how it
works to energize the body.
The second best chapter would
be the one about sexual secrets of the Taoist - particularly for males. Men seems
to be the gender that has more disadvantage in sex than females, since men think
about sex most of the time, have great drive towards it, yet without knowing
the Taoist secrets, men are disillisioned about it since they gets less satisfaction,
and are left enervated (fatigued) after sex. Reid explains the ancient Taoist
secret
to avoid those disadvantages and turn it around.
The third best chapter is the one
on Food Combination. I have been following it for a few
years, and what a difference it makes. After lunch, I
see my friends
feeling so sleepy that they find it hard to stay awake, yet i feel energized.
This
is a great book, read it with an open mind. It is certainly much better than
Dr Atkins or Carbohydrate Addict books which have much negative side effects.
Reviewer: A
reader from australia
This book is amazing...
Excellent book and a 'must read' for people of all ages. Especially good
for those who would like to maintain good health and have spiritual awareness.
Reviewer: Mahesh Pattabiraman from New Orleans, Louisiana,
United States
This is the best 12 bucks you will ever spend.
Damn!
This book is fantastic! i am 18 and stumbled across reid's 'complete book of
chinese health and healing' at barnes and noble a year ago. i then
searched for 'the tao of health sex and longevity.' both books are a must
for the depressed, sick, chronically sick and everyone else. i was deeply
depressed before reading this book and used many illegal drugs to forget
about it. but since reading his books, i have changed my diet, started the
breathing exercises, practicing controlled fasting and taking tai chi lessons.
i no longer use drugs and the world isn't a sad, gray place anymore, nor
is my body an aching mess. this book is crammed with practical information
much of which can start being practiced the very day you read it. you won't
look at health care the same way ever again. also it is a greater intro to
TAOISM. once you become accquainted with that word you will smile every time
you read it or hear it. this is the best 12 bucks you will ever spend.
Reviewer: flowing_water from Bakersfield, CA USA
Better than the Bible.
This book just rules. so far i have recommended it to 6 of my friends, each of
whom has come back praising it... and each of whom is now on a path to having
a healthier and more fulfilled life. the nutrition section i find especially
valuable; i have been on their plan for a few months and feel amazing. there
is also a gigantic section on tantric sex which has the potential to change your
view of sex completely and for the better. really. you should check this out.
Reviewer: sarahrock from Berkeley, CA USA
Inspired to the peak of health with this literature
Somehow Daniel Reid's words brought me to my absolute best physical condition.
His
suggestions picked up momentum and my enthusiasm for health became an accelerating
train. I find myself calm and peaceful with almost no body fat, and a strong,
defined, lean muscular body.
I found the spiritual aspects to this book wonderful,
but I would also recommend it to people who would like it just for its inspirational
aspects regarding health.
Truly transformational.
Reviewer: Max Black from New York, NY USA
A great reference book for improving health & vitality
This book saved me from digestive disorder!
The most important things i learned from this book is the power of breathing,
and how to breathe affectively to gain vitality, how food combination affects
your health massively, how to control your sex life instead of letting it control
you, what food are actually good for you etc.
Read this book if you care about
your health. And find out why not all western 'scientific' researches are correct.
Instead
of looking for credibility, I was looking for WHAT REALLY WORKS and HOW TO APPLY
it.
And this book proves that Daniel Reid knows what he's writing about!
Reviewer: Bluestream from Australia
IN BRIEF: If you are interested in health then READ THIS BOOK.
IN MORE WORDS:
This book is not, in my experience, for those that are
purely interested in pursuing a study of Taoist philosophy.
Well, that's not to say you won't like it for other reasons,
but I don't think this book is a book on "Taoist
philosophy" if that's what you are looking for.
This book is, in my experience, A TRULY VALUABLE ASSET
for those wishing to learn more about a broad and deep
understanding of health from a physical and metaphysical
perspective. This book is both very pragmatic (of practical
use and application) and a great introduction to many elements
of ancient wisdom and in particular the Taoist view of
life/reality and health.
I am sure that anyone with a relatively open-mind and
an authentic interest in health will find this book to
be GREAT VALUE. In fact I think many people will find it
rather life changing. I don't say that lightly. I've read
many many health related books, and this is one of the
few I give that status to.
The topics covered are ones that I have been actively
exploring, applying, and teaching since my early teens;
and it is with that background history that I make my recommendation
to read this book.
I should note that this book would be best read by those
that are willing to actually apply and use the practical
information it presents. If you just want to explore the
theory of natural healing there may well be other books
you're best to give your attention to. A large portion
of this book is hands-on information as opposed to just
philosophising.
This book is loaded with practical and highly usable,
health enhancing information.
I wish you all the best of health,
Jonathan Evatt
Tao - The Way of Nature
Westerners backing into eastern philosophy will find Daniel Reid at the apex.
I
read this book in April 1993. Since that time I have collected and thoroughly
studied each of his books.
To express how I feel about Mr. Reid's work you need
only know that each of my children has received their copies of this work as
a gift from me with parental guidance to "read and listen to the teachings
of old, as presented through the eyes of a present day traveler"
Thank you
Daniel Reid for conveying a light on Chinese antiquity and ideas, I for one am
appreciative.
Reviewer: adironbill from Bernardsville, N.J. USA
The truth be known inbetween these covers...
I read this book approximately 7 years ago and practiced everything to the letter
for a little over 2 years.
I have a degree in plant and soil science and after
taking the actions in this book, felt better than I ever have before in my life.
The
nature of the universe is much more powerful when tapped into than western science.
... to practice this way of life in the west ... be ready to heal, have clarity,
and
become more concious than ever before. Only a very small portion of the population
wants to be this concious.
So can you!
Reviewer: John R Batcheler from US
This is an EXCELLENT introduction to Taoism!!!
Simply put: I bought this book out of curiosity and wound up curing a digestive
disorder that had plagued me for my entire life!
Thank you Daniel Reid for compiling
this information in a comprehensive and easily "digestible" manner.
If
you are serious about changing your life or curious about Tao, these books are
all the introduction you will require.
Reviewer: Max Black from New York, NY USA
Life changing and absolutely brilliantly simple
my partner and good friend read this book first and it blew his mind we have
always lived very simple lives. we have also always had a wonderful physical
relationship but this book has blown us away it is amazing how ones spiritual
path suddenly opens to new dimensions when you release the fear of simplicity
and the power it holds it is truly quite one of the most powerfully yet simply
written books ever. blessings to you and thank you for sharing your wisdom
Reviewer: a reader
Everything you need to know to live in one well-written book
Quite simply, the most important book ever written on the nuts and bolts of how
to lead a simple, healthy and rewarding life while still being a part of modern
society.
Thousands of years of knowledge are condensed into a few hundred tightly
written pages.
Interspersed with practical instruction on diet, exercise, meditation,
sex and hygiene are stories from the Taoist sages of ancient China,
as well as the words of modern-day prophets whom you might never hear about anyplace
else.
This is the kind of book you will want to keep on your nightstand and just
read over and over, little pieces at a time.
Open this book to any page and just
start reading, and you will learn something.
You don't even have to be a Taoist
to like this book... but it helps!
Daniel Reid, if you're out there someplace,
thank you for writing this wonderful book!
Reviewer: An Amazon.com Customer
Please get one.
This is one of the best books of its kind! It will make you understand things
that you hadn't known before and which have been affecting your health and preventing
you from feeling happy. It will inspire you a lot and can literally prolong your
life. You need to get it!
Reviewer: a reader
Modern physiological approch to ancient knowledge
Thanks to Daniel Reid for presenting the superb ancient knowledge in a modern
physiological
way.
I am so surprised that such advanced medical knowledge were already mastered
by the Chinese thousands of years ago, they are so useful but were ignored for
centuries.
Most of the important topics have never been emphasized in the modern
medical schools.
Reviewer: prasan@loxinfo.co.th from Pattaya, Thailanr
A book of true insight into the realms of life
I love this book. The Tao of health is amazingly helpful. It cured me of am aliment
that has crushed me for years. It might be hard to grasp for many, but believe
me it sure works miracles for anyone.
Reviewer: patrica@netlimited.net
Not only is this an excellent introduction, but a source
I rate this book a nine, for one reason, it is not complete without the sequel, "The
Complete Book of Chinese Health and Healing". The standard review for
this
book is "an excellent introduction to the field of Chinese health and philososphy".
Reid takes a complex, ancient theory, and disentangles it to a jargonless composition
that is indispensible to the Western Taoist. This is not only "an excellent
introduction", but "the source", for those interested in broadening
their mind, body, and spirit.
Reviewer: A reader
everything i never knew that
i had been thinking
i am a massage therapist living in brooklyn, n.y.
the interesting story is that i'm kind of
doing massage because of daniel reid.
i was a slightly overweight, frustrated,
aimless young man around 1995 and i just happened to
stumble onto 'the tao of health, sex, and longevity' at barnes and nobel. i
was immediately taken in by this book and all it had to say,
it was like everything i never knew that i had been thinking.
page after page it really hit home.
at first i figured i would try the 7
day fast (with colonics) figuring i would never complete
it, well anyway i did it and i lost a ton of weight and
changed the way i thought.
to make a long story short i started
taking yoga, etc, and i quit my day
job and became a massage therapist(after a year of school). so just
buying that book really changed my life.
i recently purchased the 'tao
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