Dr. Josh Axe and Jordan Rubin, co-authors of ‘The Biblio Diet,’ are promoting a modern health plan based on ancient biblical foods, including red meat, olive oil, and honey, to improve physical and spiritual well-being. The authors claim that following a diet rooted in biblical principles can reverse life-threatening conditions and promote longevity, citing their own health challenges as evidence of its effectiveness.
Axe, a doctor of natural medicine, asserts that the Bible is the greatest health book ever written, offering solutions to various health conditions such as depression, anxiety, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, PCOS, infertility, and hypothyroidism. He emphasized that adhering to a diet based on biblical foods can lead to healing. Similarly, Rubin, who battled Crohn’s colitis and severe cancer, credits a Bible-based diet, along with detoxification and spiritual practices, as the key to his recovery.
Both authors highlight the importance of specific foods mentioned in the Bible, such as red meat, whole-grain sourdough bread, olive oil, dairy, fruits like pomegranates and figs, and natural sweeteners like raw honey. They argue that these foods provide essential nutrients and support overall health. Red meat, for example, is described as a ‘superfood’ offering protein, creatine, glutamine, zinc, and iron. They also emphasize the role of olive oil in supporting skin, metabolism, and cardiovascular health.
Additionally, the authors stress the significance of spiritual disciplines such as fasting, which they believe enhances both physical and spiritual well-being. Fasting, they claim, can aid in detoxification, promote longevity, and improve mental clarity. They encourage readers to apply biblical principles to modern nutrition, suggesting that food should be consumed in a way that honors its natural state and the biblical context of its use.
The ‘Biblio Diet’ is presented as a flexible approach that can accommodate a range of foods, including items like waffles, pizza, and ice cream, as long as they are made with wholesome, Bible-approved ingredients. The authors emphasize that health is a form of worship, urging individuals to prioritize their well-being as a means of honoring God through the body. They encourage those facing health challenges to seek peace, consult multiple sources, and believe in divine healing as part of their recovery journey.