Top 12 Best Health & Wellness Books That Everyone Should Read

Your body is your most valuable possession, as it is the one thing that will always be with you. Prioritizing your health, wellness, and fitness is essential for a fulfilling life. To help you on this journey, here is a curated list of the best books on fitness and wellness from leading experts.

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These health and wellness books offer invaluable advice across various aspects of well-being, helping you become the best version of yourself:

1. Hello New Me: A Daily Food and Exercise Journal to Help You Become the Best Version of Yourself

by Happy Books Hub

Hello New Me is a unique journal that allows you to track your food intake, exercise, and habits for self-improvement over 90 days.

2. Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams

by Matthew Walker, PhD

In this bestseller, Matthew Walker explores the importance of sleep for overall health and provides insights on mastering the art of quality sleep.

3. The Energy Codes: The 7-Step System to Awaken Your Spirit, Heal Your Body, and Live Your Best Life

by Dr. Sue Morter

The Energy Codes offers a unique approach to meditation and energy healing, blending ancient wisdom with modern science.

4. The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma

by Bessel Van Der Kolk

This book delves into the impact of trauma on the body and brain, offering insights into healing and recovery.

5. Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles

Ikigai explores the concept of finding purpose and happiness through passion, vocation, and effort.

6. Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity

by Peter Attia, MD

Outlive offers a new approach to longevity by focusing on age-related illnesses and overall health improvement.

7. Fiber Fueled: The Plant-Based Gut Health Program for Losing Weight, Restoring Your Health, and Optimizing Your Microbiome

by Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI

This book advocates for gut health through a plant-based diet and offers a program to kickstart your journey.

8. The Mind-Gut Connection: How The Hidden Conversation Within Our Bodies Impacts Our Mood, Our Choices, And Our Overall Health

by Emeran Mayer, MD

The Mind-Gut Connection explores the relationship between gut health, brain function, and overall well-being.

9. Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual

by Michael Pollan

Food Rules offers simple guidelines for healthy eating and nutrition based on diverse cultural practices.

10. How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease

by Michael Greger, MD with Gene Stone

How Not to Die focuses on preventing chronic diseases through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

11. Taking Charge Of Your Fertility: The Definitive Guide to Natural Birth Control, Pregnancy Achievement and Reproductive Health

by Toni Weschler, MPH

Taking Charge Of Your Fertility offers natural fertility methods and birth control options.

12. Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

by James Clear

Atomic Habits provides a practical guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones for a healthier lifestyle.

Embark on a journey of self-improvement with these health and wellness books, each offering unique insights and strategies to help you achieve your best self.