Written for the lay reader, 'What Is Life?' is based on a series of public lectures delivered by Erwin Schrödinger in 1943 at Trinity College, Dublin. The book addresses the fundamental question of how living organisms can be understood in terms of their molecular and atomic structure. Schrödinger discusses the stability of genes, the concept of 'negative entropy,' and how life maintains order despite the second law of thermodynamics. He also speculates on the role of mutations, the nature of consciousness, and the philosophical implications of his findings. The book had a significant impact on the development of modern biology, influencing scientists such as James D. Watson and Francis Crick in their discovery of the DNA structure.
The book tells the story of Julian Mantle, a successful but stressed lawyer who suffers a heart attack and decides to leave his luxurious life behind to find meaning and balance in the Himalayan Mountains. There, he learns seven virtues from the Sages of Sivana, which he later shares with his former colleague, John. The book provides a grounding in core concepts of spirituality and self-improvement, drawing on Buddhist beliefs and practices like meditation and accepting each moment as it comes, but is written for secular readers. It emphasizes the importance of inner peace, the interconnectedness of all life, and living a peaceful, healthy, and fulfilling life.
In *Epi-Paleo Rx*, Dr. Jack Kruse combines evolutionary biology, paleo nutrition, and modern science to provide a holistic approach to health. He emphasizes the importance of cold therapy, sunlight, and a diet rich in seafood and animal fats to reverse chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions. Kruse advocates for taking control of one's health through biohacking and understanding the impact of environment on gene expression.
Jack Kruse
https://jackkruse.com
Dr. Jack Kruse is a neurosurgeon who had an awakening in 2007 when he suffered a torn meniscus in his knee at 6’2”, 357 lbs. This led to his further study of physics, light, magnetism, and electricity. He ultimately concluded that modern medicine lacked a deep understanding of how humans function in relation to the natural world.
Kruse has written extensively on the Paleo diet and the brain-gut connection. In addition to being a neurosurgeon and author, Kruse is CEO of Kruse Longevity Center, a health and wellness company dedicated to helping patients avoid the healthcare burdens we typically encounter as we age.
He published his first book titled Epi-Paleo Rx: The Prescription for Disease Reversal and Optimal Health in 2013. His blog continues to reveal new insights on health exclusive to Kruse’s ongoing research.
Andrew Huberman
https://hubermanlab.com
Dr. Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist and the host of The Huberman Lab podcast which discusses science and science-based tools for everyday life. It is one of the most popular podcasts on earth.
Huberman is a tenured professor in the Department of Neurobiology and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Huberman’s research on the visual system, neural regeneration, and brain states has been published in top peer-reviewed journals and publications like Nature, Scientific American, and Time.
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