The release date for the English version of 'Drop Dead Healthy: One Man's Humble Quest for Bodily Perfection' by
A.J. Jacobs is Apr 2012. If you enjoy this novel, it is available for buy as a paperback from Barnes & Noble or Indigo, as an ebook on the Amazon Kindle store, or as an audiobook on Audible.
A.J. Jacobs, the New York Times bestselling author and master of "immersion journalism," embarks on his most ambitious experiment to date: a yearlong quest to drastically enhance every aspect of his body and mind, from his fingertips to his abs.
The genuine and genuinely humorous account of an individual's journey to become the healthiest man on the planet comes from the best-selling author of The Year of Living Biblically and The Know-It-All.
A.J. Jacobs was forced to alter his habits and get healthy after being admitted to the hospital with an unusual case of tropical pneumonia. He was also motivated to do so by his wife's comment, "I don't want to be a widow at forty-five," and he felt ashamed of his middle-aged physique, which was best described as "a python that swallowed a goat." Furthermore, he wasn't content to just cut his cholesterol, do a triathlon, or reduce weight. His goals were even higher: perfect health from head to toe.
It was an immense task. He sought advice from a plethora of specialists, including dermatologists, dietitians, sleep consultants, and sex counselors. He put himself through dozens of fitness regimens, ranging from Finger Fitness sessions to Strollercize lessons, from bouldering with cavemen to using a treadmill desk. Additionally, he consumed an enormous amount of raw food, veganism, high protein, calorie restriction, intense chewing, and numerous other diets. He purchased juicers, earbuds, helmets, and gadgets. He pricked and prodded. He measured and counted.
Not only is the account of his metamorphosis incredibly amusing, but it might be the healthiest book ever written. You will laugh till your sides hurt and your blood fills with endorphins. Your brain's structure will change, forming improved eating and hygiene habits in you. It will elicit unexpected bodily and emotional responses from you. It will also give you a chance to consider the numerous mysteries surrounding the body and the ultimate goal of health, which is a life well lived.