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The Biblio Diet: Live Long, Master Metabolism, Reduce Pain, Fight Depression, and Conquer Cancer with Healing Secrets from the Bible

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

Two of America’s most revered ancient nutrition experts combine forces to give you a holistic plan for creating lasting health and well-being.
 
In this breakthrough book, New York Times bestselling authors and nutrition experts Jordan Rubin and Dr. Josh Axe offer a simple and holistic plan for building strength, health, and longevity. Based on the ancient wisdom of the Bible and confirmed by modern science, The Biblio Diet’s intuitive and easy-to-follow plan invites you to experience a breakthrough in the health of your entire family by learning to eat and live God’s way.
 
In this book, you’ll receive powerful insight Intermittent fasting for any experience level  A daily eating plan that will fuel your body and expand your dietary horizons Meats, veggies, fruits, dairy, spices, salts, and oils that are vital for a truly healthy lifestyle Cancer-fighting nutrition and wellness secrets The best tactics to beat depression and anxiety and improve mental health Common foods in your fridge or pantry that can reduce pain and boost your immune system An easy-to-follow 7-day meal plan (with shopping list) 12 new biblically inspired recipes
Experience health and freedom like you never have before when you learn to live the Bibliotarian way.

Expand your knowledge of nutrition and fitness with the official companion book, The Biblio Diet Study Guide.

258 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 16, 2025

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192 reviews62 followers
September 23, 2025
I listened to the audiobook version and this book would definitely be something I will look to buy in print. There is a great amount information that I could see myself wanting to re-read over and over again. I appreciated all the medical research and statistics that were included, many details that I hadn't known before reading this. The connections that were made to biblical verses was interesting and really makes you think about your own choices and how they do or don't align with the kind of lifestyle and mindset that is best for you. The only concerns I had was that some of the suggested food options and supplements could be costly for someone on a tight budget, however overall it doesn't seem like a strict diet fad, it seems like you can take all the valuable information given and choose to make some healthy changes at your own pace and within your budget needs.


**I received an advanced copy from the publisher via NetGalley with the understanding that I would provide an honest review.
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299 reviews5 followers
August 31, 2025
Wow, I cannot suggest this book enough! I was given the privilege of reading it prior to its release date under the stipulation that I would give it my honest review, so here goes.

I have read many health and nutrition books as these topics are a great passion of mine, so when I was given the opportunity to read this one prior to release, I jumped at it. And it did not disappoint.

The authors clearly stated the reasoning for their suggestions, pairing their own life experiences of illness and healing, making it so relatable. The fact that the whole purpose of this book was also to do these things God’s way was just the icing on the cake. There were so many references to the people and lifestyles of the Bible and each one included biblical references and verses to back it up. It almost felt like I was also doing a deeper dive into the Bible all the while getting practical applications for my everyday life. How cool is that!?

The book wraps up by giving you a practical 7-day eating plan and includes recipes and a shopping list for an easy fool-proof way to get you started. Who doesn’t want a step-by-step set of instructions for how to actually apply the guidelines set forth in the book?

And finally, there are tons of scientific evidence sources cited in the back so you can refer to all of the research referenced throughout the book.

I will be purchasing my own copy, probably highlighting half of the book as I reread, and will definitely be referring others to this book when they ask for my advice!

Thank you to Worthy Publishing for allowing me to read an advanced copy, and to NetGalley for providing the platform.
66 reviews
September 12, 2025
This was a great book. I read it as a preview from the publishing company which I was so excited to participate in. This book was so interesting. I learned so much from reading this book....so much so that I am going to purchase my own copy to reference to and re-read. It contained lots of Scripture relevance to our foods....in particular foods of the earth....like that isn't chemically enhanced or processed. Like potatoes get a bad wrap all the time and I never understood that because they are from the ground....but this book reinforces how the potato isn't bad....it's what we add to the potatoes to make them bad. There's also a section about fasting which was interesting. I learned a great deal about that too and am trying to do the 12/12 fast. I have done this for 3 days now. It's a start...right...gotta start some place. The book also contained a grocery list for the Biblio diet and recipes to try that follow along with the Biblio diet. The cancer fighting components in this book are mind blowing too. Just a great great book.
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29 reviews1 follower
December 2, 2025
Love!! Couldn’t recommend enough. Wish I read it a long time ago. Realized everything I’ve been eating is poison 🤢🪦. No but in a more serious note so cool how God designed our bodies to heal themselves if we just allow it to happen!!! WOW
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307 reviews4 followers
September 1, 2025
Advanced Reader Copy provided by Worthy Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for honest book review/feedback.

Jesus tells us that he’s the Bread of Life. I just never stopped to realize before that His bread isn’t anything like the overly processed loaf of disease-causing refined white sugar and flour we devour every day!

In all my years dabbling in diets I can honestly say I’ve never once considered taking a Biblical approach to health & weight-loss. Seemed to me like Jenny Craig and Dr. Atkins were the experts on getting skinny, not God!

I’ve been on one kind of diet or another for 3/4 of my life! From the time I was 10 years old, I willingly jumped on any bandwagon that promised thin was within my grasp…but it rarely ever was. Low carb, low calorie, no fat, no sugar & no fun - been there, done that, got the t-shirt.

The Biblio Diet presented an extremely unique approach to this topic. Packed with scientific research and personal testimony, it’s a whole new take on your typical “diet book.” No get-thin-quick schemes here, just simple, straightforward ideas rooted in God’s design for humankind.

Like Dave Ramsey’s Christian financial advice is simple but NOT easy, so are the concepts presented in The Biblio Diet.

A good read for anyone who has done every diet under the sun but hasn’t given up yet!
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1,020 reviews188 followers
November 21, 2025
This book is SO GOOD. I got the audiobook version first (loved the narration) and about 1/4 of the way in, I ordered the hardcover. It’s truly packed with good, useful information. It obviously does have religious references so if you can look past those (if you aren’t religious) then definitely get this book. The information is REALLY GOOD. I cannot stress this enough. I’m a God-loving girly so it was really neat seeing them connect the food to verses in the Bible and furthermore, explain scientifically why these foods are good for our bodies. The authors (Jordan and Josh) share their personal testimonies too on how food healed them and honestly, it was very inspiring.
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755 reviews10 followers
August 29, 2025
This was just the push I was needing to get back on track. As a Christian I believe that the Bible is not only the living word of God but also a cheat sheet for living a healthier and happier life. This audiobook helps navigate its listener through a healthy lifestyle that is backed by science as well as scripture. I found this audiobook to be encouraging, straightforward and very easy to follow. Highly recommend to anyone looking to optimize their health and wellness.
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41 reviews4 followers
September 2, 2025
If you’re looking for your first step into clean eating or you’re ready to “level up” the clean eating you’ve been doing for years, this is for you. Loved the deep dive into the various areas of nutrition, facts, scriptural references and personal stories shared. This is one I want a hard copy of to highlight, book-ear and revisit time and time again. The Ancient diet, exercise and mindfulness wisdom has much depth but feels simple to begin applying one step at a time.
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19 reviews
July 17, 2025
This is the kind of book that deserves to be highlighted, consumed and cherished for generations to come.

I appreciate the insights provided regarding dietary choices and their biblical foundations, delivered in a respectful manner that avoids shame or guilt. The book frequently offered surprising and enlightening information. The authors address sensitive topics directly, providing well-explained perspectives and biblical references, which I found refreshing as an avid reader of health and wellness.

*The biblical perspective on fasting—reminding us to lean on God rather than food to nourish our souls and strength. As Josh passionately states, “I’m reminded that I am weak and I need God,” echoing a truth that stirs the very core of my faith and my health.

*Deep dives into subjects seldom explored—raw milk, electrolytes, essential oils, salt, leaves of trees and the difference between grass-fed and pasture-raised meats…. In addition to many more.

Oh, how I wish I could visit Josh and Jordan’s Tennessee farm! To wander through Jordan’s lush greenhouse! I want to taste all the leaves—every one! The passion, the authenticity, it’s contagious.

The Biblio Diet is thoughtfully written and easy to understand. Having read all of Dr. Josh Axe’s publications, I look forward to now reading Jordan’s The Makers Diet.

Thank you to Worthy Publishing for providing the incredible gift of an advanced copy. I am so grateful!
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254 reviews2 followers
October 9, 2025
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the free copy*

Initially, as I was reading, I was veering towards marking this book at 3 stars. Much of the advice are things that you can find in many health and fitness books: Eat fresh and organic foods, avoid pre-made foods that are overloaded with salt/sugar/oil, have more veggies, etc. However, some of the advice ranges from benign but untruthful to dangerously misleading.

For instance, recommending Celtic salt isn’t the end of the world. While boasting its trace minerals, however insignificant nutritionally compared to other sea salts, it’s not harmful in the slightest to ingest. Recommending raw milk, on the other hand, offers far more risks. Just because people did so thousands of years ago does not make it safe.

I’m also bothered by the recommendation of making a health tonic out of tree leaves as a form of cancer treatment. I understand that the book has made multiple disclaimers to refer to a doctor, but when the authors go so far as to mention that they’re even skeptical of taking antibiotics for an extreme infection, I can’t help but feel as though the disclaimers read more like ‘Well, of course you should refer to a doctor… *wink wink*’

I personally believe that taking care of one’s own body in a healthy, mindful way can be an important part of someone’s spiritual path. I’m also someone who sooner makes a cup of tea over taking a cold pill when sick. That said, I find it disturbing when people make claims of miraculous recovery because of their juice/supplement/*product*. I’m reminded of countless other people who made the same anecdotal claims, only to get sicker or even die because of the strong rejection of medical support.
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53 reviews1 follower
November 7, 2025
This is a game changer. Making my entire family read this and going to clean out the fridge. This book is everything I’ve wanted to know about so many health things, and it’s all condensed into one book thankfully.

I was just reading Deuteronomy and had to come back and add to my review! Deuteronomy 20:19 also supports the authors’ conclusion (primarily based on Ezekiel 47:12 and Rev. 22:2) that the leaves of fruit trees heal and sustain life aka heal cancer etc. God tells the Israelites that when they go into Canaan and war against the heathenistic people there, that all was to be destroyed EXCEPT the fruit trees because they could eat from the fruit trees (aka the trees which bear meat). A specific command was given to not cut down the fruit trees…this is not a coincidence! God is NOT random. Rather, God is in the details!

“For the tree of the field is man’s life” Dt. 20:19
*specifically referring to the fruit tree!
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305 reviews20 followers
July 9, 2025
I have read books by both Rubin and Axe and have enjoyed them. They are both natural health advocates and this book is "a dietary guide to the way God intended us to eat and live--flourishing". The majority of this book consists of chapters on what types of foods to eat and not eat. They also have a chapter with a seven day eating plan and some recipes. Other chapters are about the related lifestyle aspects including essential oils, herbs, mindset and exercise. As a certified holistic nutritionist, I agree with the vast majority of their recommendations. They recommend a whole-foods diet, eliminating highly processed foods and incorporating fasting. As the title implies, this book is based not only on modern science but also on principles they have found in the Bible. As a Christian myself, this was in concert with my own faith, but might be off-putting for non-Christians. They recommend following the Old Testament laws given to the ancient Jews of abstaining from pork and shellfish. They give health reasons for this, but I am not convinced. I still enjoy locally caught shrimp and oysters as well as some pork on occasion. In my opinion as a nutritionist, avoiding these foods is not necessary for a healthy diet.
This book is great as a succinct overview of what constitutes a healthy diet and lifestyle. I received an advanced copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
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57 reviews
July 9, 2025
This book was full of information! I’ve read many, many Christian weight loss books before and none of them have been like this. This one is different in that it gives you a list of spices, for example, that have healing and healthy properties, but it doesn’t stop there. These guys dig deeper and tell you why. They give you the reference in the Bible as well as the scientific explanation. I thought it was fascinating about the healing leaves, never in my life would I have thought to drink fruit tree leaves. Or the shapes of the fruits/vegetables being for certain things, such as carrots resemble eyes when sliced or grapes look like the little things in our lungs. This book has opened my eyes to a whole new way of looking at what I put into my body. I like that there are recipes in the back with an eating plan, and they give you a website to visit. I’m hoping the website will be live once the book is published.

Really the only criticism I have is that I can’t always afford organic or raw honey, or whatever the item is, I know it’s best. My flesh is willing but my wallet cannot, haha! It was a little disheartening because it felt that was the only way they wanted you to consume foods, which I understand why, but it does encourage me to choose better foods to ingest. I would love to have this book physically so that I can highlight, make notes, and mark it for quick reference.
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405 reviews6 followers
August 5, 2025
✨Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book to give my honest review. ✨

Very rich with information. I have learned so much about foods, herbs, plants, oils etc. and feel quite confident in what I would like to eat now, and how I can use natural sources as medicine. I’m quite picky with my 5 Star reviews, so this is why it isn’t a full 5 stars. There were a couple of things I did not love (e.g. using certain scripture like “by your wounds we are healed” where people in the word-of-faith movement use as LITERAL healing, which is not what this verse is meant for).

All in all, it was very educational and I find it super useful for being mindful on how I shop for food from now on.
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3,047 reviews165 followers
August 29, 2025
Quick Summary: An informative resource that connects the ancient diet of old to the modern world

My Review: The Biblio Diet: Live Long, Master Metabolism, Reduce Pain, Fight Depression, and Conquer Cancer with Healing Secrets from the Bible by Jordan Rubin and Joshua Axe is a 2025 health, mind, and body resource. It is scheduled for release on 9/16/25.

About the Book: "...a simple and holistic plan for building strength, health, and longevity.

In this book, you’ll receive powerful insight on:

- Intermittent fasting for any experience level
- A daily eating plan that will fuel your body and expand your dietary horizons
- Meats, veggies, fruits, dairy, spices, salts, and oils that are vital for a truly healthy lifestyle
- Cancer-fighting nutrition and wellness secrets
- The best tactics to beat depression and anxiety and improve mental health
- Common foods in your fridge or pantry that can reduce pain and boost your immune system
- An easy-to-follow 7-day meal plan (with shopping list)
- 12 new biblically inspired recipes"

In My Own Words: A motivational guidebook on how to eat with mindfulness and intent

About the Audiobook: This non-fiction work was narrated by Jordan Rubin. I liked hearing his voice during the presentation of material; it made the listening experience more personal. This was especially impactful when listening to the vignettes from both his and Joshua Axe's lives.

My Favorites (coded):

- The Importance of Fasting
- The History of the Food Industry
- The When of Eating
- The Sinister 6
- Good versus Garbage
- 10 Days
- The History of Not So Good Oils
- Radical Forgiveness
- Food Integrity
- Addressing Inflammation

My Final Say: The Biblio Diet is an incredible tool that provides helpful information, inspirational messaging, and a rich well of practical content. It is the type of book that readers can hit the ground running with and move towards improved health and wellness wealth.

Even though I was familiar with many of the presented concepts, the material at large was still beneficial. Not only did this book invite me to dig into research about the history of foods, consumer marketing patterns, and food industry behaviors , but it also steered me toward looking more deeply at the internal and external agents that contribute to non-healthy habits.

I loved the examples and suggested tips that were incorporated. Each chapter was golden, in my opinion.

The listening experience was a good one, but I definitely plan to secure a hard copy of this new work. I can easily see myself referring to it often.

Other: I believe The Biblio Diet will help many people who are open to hearing what it is saying.

Rating: 5/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: G
Keeper: Yes
Favorites Shelf: Yes
Status/Level: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Note: This would be a wonderful gift for any occasion.

Sincere appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (Hachette Audio | Worthy Books), and to NetGalley. Thank you so very much for granting access to an ALC of this title in exchange for an honest critique. I absolutely enjoyed the experience. I cannot wait to add a copy of this work to my wellness lifestyle shelf.
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792 reviews13 followers
July 27, 2025
In The Bibio Diet, Jordan Rubin and Dr. Josh Axe have created a new Biblio theme diet to help readers obtain their best health. This book is written by a team of two top nutrition experts. In the book, Jordan shared how he battled Crohn’s disease starting in his late teens. He also got the worst news 15 years later that he had an incurable cancer. He was 32 years old and he just had launched a new book and a television show. He had pain coming from a hernia near his groin. He was healthy and in shape. The doctors suggested that he try a conventional treatment or he could die within 3 months. He decided to rely on God and he gave God 40 days to heal him. He took a radical diet and detoxification route. He forgave people and asked for forgiveness. They did three different blood tests and everything came back zero and the CT scan showed he was cancer free. He looked at what Biblical people ate and he helped discover the Biblio diet. He would eat only what God created and eat only food in the form that is healthy for our bodies. He enclosed a whole list of food that we can consume to be healthier. In the book, Josh shared how his mother had stage 4 breast cancer and it had spread to her lymph nodes. She was health and a swim instructor and gym teacher. He was in the 8th grade. After she was declared cancer free. This led him to want to study nutrition. The cancer did return 10 years later and he came across one of Jordan’s books. They tried some of Josh’s suggestions on cleansing her system and eventually her tumor shrunk and she became cancer free.





In the book, he also discussed how he almost died in 2022. He tried a stem cell injection treatment to fix a back injury He suffered from an issue that caused him to become bedridden. It was discovered that he had a spinal infection that was eating away at his bones. They thought he would be disabled or could even die from this. He opened up about his approach to activate a healing mindset and the action plan he lived out.





I would recommend this life changing book to anyone who is ready to change their diet and wants to improve their overall health. The book contained recipes to try and a 7-day starter program. They discussed healing leaves and essential oils. They explored working out and different exercises to try. The book was very insightful and powerful in exploring the ways we can use this diet to improve our lifestyles. It definably led me to want to try the program and to see what changes my body felt and experienced.
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123 reviews
November 10, 2025
Actually very interesting and most of the concepts I can get behind. However I will also put faith into Western medicine as while traditional medicine can help it cannot cure all ailments. I do think there is a lot of validity in how our food we eat today is filled with chemicals that disrupt our natural bodies and eating clean food is best. As my family are dairy farmers I can say they have lots to say about pasteurized vs raw milk, definitely do your own research before switching and get from reliable sources. I love seafood but it does make sense that some of nature's bottom feeders are not the most nutritionally dense beings. The animals that have multiple stomachs are the ones we should be eating makes a lot of sense and finding the grass fed not feed lot animals will be the most beneficial. Very fortunate to live with a hunter so most of our meat is venison and fish we catch. While we love pork and bacon I can also see why they are not the cleanest animals to eat. I do think the FDA needs to do more education on what is contained in our foods and the impact these foods have on our bodies. The government should also provide more funding for regenerative organic farming as it will ease some of the burden on healthcare. Having some of the diseases talked about in the book I know doing a lot of my own deep dives that these concepts are correct. I fully believe in the power of eggs as we nerd out continuously as our yolks are dark and nutrient dense. Homesteading is the best way to ensure you know how your food was grown and cultivated.
1,287 reviews
September 1, 2025
The Biblio Diet: Live Long, Master Metabolism, Reduce Pain, Fight Depression, and Conquer Cancer with Healing Secrets from the Bible is written by Jordan Rubin and Josh Axe. This is an information filled book that is Bible based and provides the reader with valuable information on the different types of food and their benefits. The book contains a 7 day menu as well as a shopping list.

This is an interesting book that is filled with so much information. There is so much information in this book I found myself reading only short amounts at a time and then re-reading to get more information. I appreciate the intense research the authors have done and how they have given this information in an easy to read form. I appreciate how the authors suggest simple changes to begin with such as shorter fasting. I also appreciate the wealth of information regarding the different foods we eat and alternate choice that would be better.

While the information is so good, many of the food listed are not able to be grown where I live, nor are they available. Adding some of the changed the authors suggest would be easy, to follow the whole diet will be impossible.

I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review.
3 reviews1 follower
August 29, 2025
This is a good book.

If you already have a strong understanding of healthy eating and exercise, you won’t find much new information here. The technical advice is generally well-known within the health and fitness community, and some concepts are frequently debated. What makes this book valuable, however, is how the authors contextualize it.

The book excels at connecting health advice to biblical principles and personal examples. The authors provide numerous biblical scriptures and background information to support the need for lifestyle change, and their own experiences serve as compelling proof of the diet’s positive impact.

The main reason this book earns four stars instead of five is due to consistency challenges. In some chapters, the authors make strong recommendations for specific changes that may conflict with common health advice using biblical scriptures and related stories as justification. At the end of the chapter when they summarize their points, they sometimes will 'scale back' the recommendation for people with health issues to match the common health advice.

Thank you to Worthy Publishing for early access to this book in exchange for my honest review.
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40 reviews2 followers
September 2, 2025
The Biblio Diet is a staple for Christians looking to live a healthier life through God's provisions. I gave this book my highest of ratings, a 5 out of 5 stars due to the narration and writing.
This book was excellently narrated with an amazing pace and tone to keep the readers focused.
The information in the book was very well explained and you can really see the effort these authors went through to maintain an understanding across all forms of listeners and readers.

During your time with this book, you will learn about fasting, how diseases start and how to prevent them, anything and everything about plants and how they are the ultimate medicine, exercise, the power of prayer, and so much more. Sit down with a notebook and pen, you will want to take notes! There are many testaments of God's miracles throughout in accordance to the method of healing they are explaining that is simply awe inspiring.

I highly enjoyed this and cannot wait to read more by both of these authors! Thank you so much to Hachette Audio and Worthy books for the opportunity to listen and review this advanced audiobook. All opinions are my own.
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136 reviews2 followers
September 15, 2025
I am not one who typically would read books on diets, but when I was contacted by the publisher with the offer of an advance reader’s copy in exchange for my honest review, I was intrigued. I am currently already on a journey to a more natural, non-toxic lifestyle, and this book is the guide that I needed to transform my eating habits.

The Biblio Diet is not a fad diet or trend but rather a lifestyle of good health based on taking full advantage of the natural, unaltered resources that God gave us at Creation. I believe that anyone and everyone could benefit from reading this book, but a person who does not believe in God or the Bible may not be able to appreciate its wisdom. The authors provide many scriptural references to support their advice, along with inspirational anecdotes on how following this diet has transformed their own health and others’.

I learned a lot from this book and will be returning to it often for reference, especially the sections on essential oils and herbs. It definitely motivated me to keep striving to make the changes necessary to live a more natural lifestyle.

Thank you to Worthy publishing and Netgalley for the digital copy of the book!
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684 reviews19 followers
November 8, 2025
The Biblio Diet merges what is said in the Bible with science. That is something I can appreciate.

Some of the suggestions in the book made total sense. While we do have some convenience foods in our home, I've stuck to a more whole foods approach. Rubina and Axe take it further, mentioning foods that are best and those that should be minimized or avoided.

The one section that had me cringe was on essential oils. I love essential oils and use them often. But, I'm not going to put a few drops into water and down it. That spells recipe for disaster, according to several people with extensive training in the area. I'll stick to diffusing or diluting with oil for topical application.

However, I am good at taking some things and leaving others.

It did get me considering how much my family has started relying on more quick meals and that we could lean more heavily into some things we have in the house.

While I read cover to cover, this is a title that will most likely get referenced more than once to tweak my diet.

Thank you to NetGalley and Worthy Publishing | Worthy Books for the advance reader digital copy to review. All opinions are my own.
22 reviews
November 11, 2025
I would highly recommend this book for the dietary and general lifestyle recommendations. There are several interesting ties to Biblical references and some definitely felt a little more stretched than others. Over all I really appreciate the care and perspective taken with this book in regard to viewing health as a responsibility of believers to offer our bodies as living sacrifices to God (Romans 12:1-2).

My primary caution would be with Rubin’s prayer and the way that it is posed that health and well-being is Gods desire for all people. While I would agree that death and disease are unnatural (God didn’t create these but they are the result of the fall), we cannot fully escape the sin cursed world this side of eternity. God ultimately chooses to heal some and allow others to suffer until death because in each circumstance that will bring the best good for that individual and the most glory to God.

Overall I really do appreciate the principles to steward both our bodies and the earth for God and only hesitate on the side of phrasing things in such a way that may falsely guarantee a healing.
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74 reviews2 followers
November 20, 2025
Another excellent book on health and nutrition! As described by its name, The Biblio Diet: Live Long, Master Metabolism, Reduce Pain, Fight Depression and Conquer Cancer With Healing Secrets From the Bible delivers holistic health information connected by biblical wisdom and modern science. This book is all about the integration of faith and healing with a large focus put on whole, natural foods as the major way to have a faith-centered approach to wellness. Combining biblical principles and scripture with health advice, The Biblio Diet provides a faith-based blueprint for healthy living through diet and exercise. I appreciated the practical guidance presented in The Biblio Diet including the clear direction on how to understand the ethics of "clean eating." Additionally, the personal testimonies shared in this book were hopeful, helpful, inspiring and motivating to change certain eating habits knowing that we have the power to overcome a variety of different illnesses and health challenges. All in all, I would recommend The Biblio Diet to anyone seeking a Bible-based way to improve overall well-being.
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668 reviews18 followers
August 22, 2025
Great Information

This book is loaded with a wealth of great information on foods that should be consumed, why we should eat them, and what the Bible says about them, as well as other food connections that affect our physical and mental health, such as spices and essential oils. There were also testimonies by author Jordan Rubin addressing his journey with illnesses and food. I greatly appreciated that the book is written in layman's terms for everyone's understanding

I especially enjoyed the "Don't Eat This" and "Eat This" chapters. However, I struggled a little with some of the spiritual aspects that, in my humble opinion, felt a little new-agey to me. But the valuable information throughout the book still makes it a five-star read. And for anyone desiring to look further into the book, there is also an accompanying study guide written by the authors.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book. All comments and opinions are entirely my own and voluntary.
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28 reviews
June 30, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this for an honest review!

As a Christian, I loved having a book relate a healthy diet to how God intended for it to be.

Things I loved about this book:
- Each chapter ended with a recap of what some action items need to be based on the information.
- A shopping list is provided for you, so you don't have to filter through the whole book again to make one yourself.
- A meal plan that incorporates all the information given.
- Recipes so that you can make the foods with the ingredients talked about in the book.
- Each time information was given, it was backed up by studies that have been done.
- This book did not only cover foods good for your body, but also ways to tackle mental health issues you may be having.


Overall, I really enjoyed reading through the information in this book. It did open my eyes to foods I have been consuming that might be making my own health issues worse.
453 reviews1 follower
August 24, 2025
This book was an extremely enlightening guide to a new way to think about healthy nutrition. The premise is based on the guidelines God gave to the Israelites of what they should be eating and what they should stay away from. My favorite chapter was the chapter on current day oils that we use. Understanding how many seed oils are derived was rather disturbing to me and while I do use Extra Virgin Olive Oil, I went out and bought some coconut oil. The first time I used it to grill some vegetables my husband asked what I had done differently - they tasted so good!

Unfortunately, as a retired couple on a very fixed budget, we will not be able to follow all of the recommended dietary suggestions. Grass fed beef was high on the list of foods to be eaten and we can only occasionally afford any beef at all. But I will take many of their suggestions and work them into our daily living.
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September 16, 2025
3.5⭐️'s
Honored to be asked to read and review this book by the publisher via NetGalley.
Overall this was a great reading experience! I learned so much about "original" foods and how they benefit our bodies. As a Christian I really appreciated the Biblical foundation and perspective throughout. I found it very well researched by both authors, including their own personal experiences using these nutritional principles in the face of very serious health situations. These anecdotes also helped to break up any sections that felt almost like an info-dump. I can see myself using this as a reference going forward, and I've already started to make small changes in my own eating.
My only complaint was that there were sections that were less personally interesting - like on essential oils - and therefore I had to push through the detailed information. But as a reference book, that detail is great for those interested, or perhaps myself in the future!
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