This book is well written. It discusses the many ways we humans have disconnected with nature, our planet and with our own nature. This disconnection is the cause for our modern, super-advanced society major chronic illnesses. Every item discussed here is backed-up with science-supported information. It is an eye opener and I loved it. Supervivir, I think THRIVING would be a better translation, is written by two Spaniards and I have only found a Spanish version of the book. But I really hope it gets at least an English translation.
As there is so much in the book, I’d recommend you to read it if you understand Spanish. Below I a summary of the highlights for my English-speaking fellows.
There are 3 types of Foods/Nourishment. From least to most important:
1. Ordinary food.
2. Air
3. Impressions of the outside world – these are portions of energy: light waves, sound waves and heat rays.
We should pay attention to our Circadian Rhythms – our bodies have a biological clock, an endogenous clock. It lasts 25 hours approximately. We use “zeitgebers” cues or influences which synchronise our clocks every day – light, temperature, food, earthing. We have to expose our skins to the sun at all times of day and year so our bodies can receive the correct information for its functioning:
During the day we are/should be exposed to red, infrared, ultraviolet and blue lights which help our bodies to secrete cortisol, insulin, serotonin, dopamine.
During the sunset/night we are exposed to red and infrared lights which helps us to secrete melatonin, which in time activates autophagy and apoptosis processes which are extremely important for our health. Cold also helps with melatonin.
Our mitochondrial health is particularly important. They provide us with energy. The book explains the evolution and functioning of the mitochondria in our cells and clarifies how we need to be nourished: not by calories but electrons from the sun, good foods and the earth.
Mitophagy (autophagy of the mitochondria) is also extremely important as it helps with the elimination of mitochondria with mutated DNA. Lack of mitophagy can cause cancer and autism.
Dangers we face in our modern societies:
Artificial light, electromagnetic networks/grids, ultra-processed foods and the food pyramid.
Use of mobile phones, tablets, TV, etc. Mobiles in particular harmful are to our health as their electromagnetic waves inhibit the synthesis of melatonin, inhibit the use of fatty acids, favours the use of sugars and dehydrates the cells.
Harmful foods: Seed oils and margarine, vegetal proteins (high in antinutrients and low in proteins), non-seasonal, non-local carbohydrates, carbohydrates grown in artificial light.
The microbiome depends on the sun and connection with nature. Antibiotics, sugars, flours and sterilised environments destroy the microbiome.
Solution is called “reancestralisation”, reconnect with nature. A few suggestions: expose yourself to the sun: dawn, day and dusk. Grounding, touch the earth with your bare feet. Breath clean air. Natural foods: cholesterol and animal fats are excellent, fish, seafood, meats, viscera, eggs, diary products, butter and ghee, seasonal fruits. Most importantly: eat during the day. Fasting is good. Expose yourself to the weather: hot or cold. Exercise. At home replace artificial white lights (which are in reality blue) with red/orange lights. Wear blue-light blocking glasses.
There is much more information in the book but I hope you find my summary useful.
