Go Wild

Free Your Body and Mind from the Afflictions of Civilization

By: John J. Ratey, Richard Manning, David Perlmutter - foreword

Narrated by: Dan Woren

Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins

Publisher's summary

The scientific evidence behind why maintaining a lifestyle more like that of our ancestors will restore our health and well-being.

In Go Wild, Harvard Medical School Professor John Ratey, MD, and journalist Richard Manning reveal that although civilization has rapidly evolved, our bodies have not kept pace. This mismatch affects every area of our lives, from our general physical health to our emotional wellbeing. Investigating the power of living according to our genes in the areas of diet, exercise, sleep, nature, mindfulness, and more, Go Wild examines how tapping into our core DNA combats modern disease and psychological afflictions, from Autism and Depression to Diabetes and Heart Disease. By focusing on the ways of the past, it is possible to secure a healthier and happier future, and Go Wild will show you how.

©2014 John J. Ratey and Richard Manning (P)2014 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"A brilliantly creative synthesis of research and theory offering up a practical, playful, yet profound answer to that most basic question: how to live." - Edward Hallowell, MD, author of Shine: Using Brain Science to Bring Out the Best in Your People"A clear, sustained, fast-paced, utterly persuasive argument that much of our current distress and disease is the product of how the activities of regimented modern life estrange us from our biological needs, literally making us ill. It's also about how to live to avoid this distress. Filled with fascinating details, and the palpable joy of the authors who have found a way to break free from these restrictions, it's also inspiring and will influence many to change the way they live for the better." - Norman Doidge, MD, author of The Brain That Changes Itself"SPARK is just what we need--a thoughtful, interesting, scientific treatise on the powerful and positive impact of exercise on the brain. In mental health, exercise is a growth stock and Ratey is our best broker."--Ken Duckworth, MD, Medical Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness"Spark is mercifully short on Ivy League med-school-speak. And it may just spell the end of all dumb-jock jokes." --Abe Streep, Outside"The mission accomplished by this wonderfully empowering book is nothing short of revolutionary." - from the foreword by David Perlmutter, MD, author of Grain Brain"At last a book that explains to me why I feel so much better if I run in the morning!" - Dr. Susan M. Love, Dr. Susan Love's Menopause and Hormone Book"If your goal is to live a long and healhy life to the fullest, then Spark should be required reading." - Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, "The Father of Aerobics""Ratey has culled the latest science and found that a regular workout can help build a better, faster brain." - USA TODAYPRAISE FOR SPARK

"A real turning point that explains something I've been trying to figure out for years, having experienced symptoms of both ADHD and mild depression. Exercise is not simply necessary; as Dr. Ratey clearly shows, it's medicine." - Greg LeMond, three-time winner of the Tour de France"Essential reading for anyone interested in unleashing the true power of human nature." - Tyler Graham, author of The Happiness Diet"An exciting read! A fascinating investigation into the power of evolutionary forces in our lives. Illuminating, penetrating, and immensely practical." - Jim Loehr, cofounder of Human Performance Institute and coauthor of The Power of Full Engagement

fascinating listening

I loved the combination of science genres. It was easy to pick back up after not listening for a while and kept me entertained.

Good summary

Good summary of the important health issues that we overlook in favour of what people call progress

best book I've listened to all year.

I have spent about two weeks listening to this book. I've started to implement some of the ideas and I can defiantly see the shift already. I'd recommend this to everyone I know.

Awesome!!

Awesome reading for a different way of thinking living the way different world. You will enjoy.

Great Book. Missed One Important Topic...

There’s just something special about Beef Liver and Bone Marrow. These traditional foods were (and still are) fundamental to our biology. It's incredibly insightful to see how animals in the wild instinctively go for the liver and the bone marrow first — leaving the muscle meats for the birds. Even then, birds will be caught taking marrow bones high into the sky and dropping them onto the rocks in order to gain access to the inside.

Academic, motivating, let's do it!

The research and academic information was very helpful. I especially liked the motivation that it gives and though willingness that it inspires in me to get up and re-wild!
I think this book is great for anyone dissatisfied with a safe and sane life! It's time to grow! This book has been good for that.

Clearly shares information and a path to success

Taking your health seriously, without taking a pill is a solution worth exploring. You will find options that may change your life within the messages in this book.

Ties it all together

Would you consider the audio edition of Go Wild to be better than the print version?

Did not read the print version

What other book might you compare Go Wild to and why?

none

Which scene was your favorite?

The entire book brought together so many of our social ills and tied them to our present lifestyle.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Simplify your life

Any additional comments?

Loved it - listened to it 3 times and will repeat it.

Awesome

This is the best book I listen to this year!
I'm going to read the authors other books to! This book is overall an awesome book

LOVE THIS BOOK!!

i could listen to this over and over. so much goodness!! will read it again.