You Are the New Prescription: Simple Shifts. Real Health. Lasting Change.

by Raja Ramaswamy, Rani Ramaswamy

YOU Are the New Prescription
Simple Shifts. Real Health. Lasting Change.

What if the most powerful prescription for your health… is YOU?

Tired of fad diets, overwhelming advice, and one-size-fits-all programs?
YOU Are the New Prescription offers a clear, science-backed path to sustainable health starting exactly where you are.

Rooted in more than three decades of combined clinical expertise sibling physicians, Drs. Raja and Rani Ramaswamy present a doctor-developed plan that turns complex health advice into simple, lasting results.

The formula is
Focus on what matters.
Make small, sustainable shifts.
Let them compound over time.

Inside, You’ll

Why mental health is the foundation of physical health

The 5 Pillars of the Ramaswamy Prescription

The habits that transform your health and the myths that waste your time


Whether you're starting from scratch or ready for a reset, this book will meet you where you are—and guide you to where you want to be.

This isn’t a book you need to read cover to cover in one sitting. Use it as a reference. Pick it up and put it down. Skip around. Mark it up with notes. It’s practical, empowering, and designed to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be.

Because the greatest medicine doesn’t come from a bottle.
It comes from your daily choices.

If you're ready to reclaim your health, this is your prescription.

Genres: Nonfiction

272 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 3, 2025

Reviews

[Bzz Kolla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you NetGalley and Milari Press for this eCopy to review.

I didn’t expect a health guide to feel so personal, but YOU Are the New Prescription surprised me in the best way. Raja Ramaswamy blends clinical expertise with heartfelt storytelling, creating a wellness book that’s both empowering and deeply humane. It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress, and that message stayed with me long after I turned the final page.

💊 Plot Summary This isn’t a traditional narrative, but it does follow a clear emotional arc. Ramaswamy opens with two contrasting family events: a tragic suicide and a life-saving heart surgery. These moments frame the book’s central message that health is not just physical, but emotional, social, and deeply personal.

The guide is structured around small, intentional shifts that build toward lasting change. Each section begins with a personal anecdote, followed by clear explanations of health topics from mental wellbeing and heart health to the impact of screen time and gender-specific concerns. The advice is practical: choose one or two steps a week, reflect, and repeat. It’s a prescription for consistency, not intensity.

🧠 What I Loved
The Tone: Ramaswamy writes with compassion and clarity. His voice feels like that of a trusted mentor firm but kind, knowledgeable but never condescending.

The Structure: Each chapter builds on the last, with repetition used intentionally to reinforce key habits. Bullet-point summaries and actionable tips make the content easy to revisit.

The Holistic Approach: Mental health is treated as foundational, not secondary. I appreciated how emotional resilience, sleep, nutrition, and movement were all given equal weight.

The Call to Action: This isn’t a passive read. It nudges you gently but persistently toward reflection and change.

🧡 Final Thoughts
YOU Are the New Prescription is a thoughtful, accessible health guide that meets you where you are. It’s ideal for anyone feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice and looking for a grounded, sustainable way forward. Whether you’re starting fresh or seeking a reset, this book offers a roadmap built on empathy, science, and the belief that small steps matter.

[Raja Ramaswamy · Rating 5 out of 5]

As the author of YOU Are the New Prescription, I’m deeply grateful for the early feedback from readers on NetGalley. Here’s what a few of them had to say:

“This book blew me away! It was so informative and I will use so many of these tools in my everyday life. Honestly I feel like reading this book changed me a little.”
— Amanda Daugherty, NetGalley Reviewer

“I really wish everyone would read this book and others like it. Healthy is about good daily habits, not taking a pill or injection.”
— Cindy Coe, NetGalley Reviewer

“In a time more and more prescriptions are recommended, this book was a breath of fresh air. It shows that we can take a lot of matters into our own hands... Highly recommended for anyone with health issues, weight issues, or as a gift for those who do.”
— Sue Fernandez, NetGalley Reviewer

“The five-pillar approach (Nourish, Move, Recharge, Protect, Break Free) provides clear structure for sustainable health changes.”
— Natasha Birham, Bookseller via NetGalley

Thank you to all who have taken the time to read and share your thoughts. Your support means everything.

[Amber Balkwill · Rating 4 out of 5]

You Are The New Prescription gives good advice in a simple and concise format. It frames the context of common health conditions and provides a number of beneficial suggestions on how to optimise wellbeing. The book’s authors encourage introspection and facilitate action planning at key points throughout so this is a helpful book for someone looking for a consolidated resource. It’s a great tagline and I wholeheartedly agree with the concept.

However, I often found myself wanting more depth to the writing to satisfy my own curiosity. Some of the most interesting topics mentioned were described in a short paragraph as part of a summary or checklist. I felt these could have been explored with greater detail to enhance my understanding about applying the recommendations to my personal circumstances. I would have preferred a slightly different structure which reduced the repetition of advice in favour of supporting a more reader-centred critical reflection but perhaps that is the healthcare professional in me who is already familiar with much of this information!

I particularly appreciated the familial experiences shared by the authors but found some of the other named cases lacked this personal connection and didn’t necessarily add to the reading experience.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book that is simple and easy to follow. It shows that all it takes to start getting healthier are small changes, so that it's not so overwhelming. This book covers a wide range of topics from mental health, mindfulness, heart health, hormones, etc.

I would recommend this book. it will encourage you that making healthier habits can be accomplished, it's all a matter of your choices.

Thank you, Net Galley, and Milari Press for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest opinion. Thank you, Raja and Rani Ramaswamy, for writing this great book, we all need more down to earth easy to understand medical information and encouragement.

[Stephen M Goldner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great information

I felt like I related to this book on many levels. It gave me a confidence boost that I had already made some changes on my own but now I also have the next steps on how to continue making more positive changes for my own health. It felt like I was just chatting with a friend while reading this book and it's nice to know that I am not alone in my own struggles.

[Rani Ramaswamy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Writing this book with Raja was deeply personal. We poured our hearts into making wellness practical and achievable. I hope readers find clarity, encouragement, and a path that feels doable in their own lives

[Brooke Manulkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Informative

This book is very information. And extremely helpful with lasting change! I would recommend the book to others to read.

[Helen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite a good read - very thorough and practical. Maybe too thorough though as some sections may not apply to you. I liked the checklists. Do bear in mind though that this book is American so some of the information does not translate in the UK.