Books by Prof. Dr. med. Jörg Spitz

    Over 30,000 copies sold - scientifically sound and practical. The book series on Vitamin D, prevention and evolutionary medicine.

    11 Books
    30,000+ sold
    Multiple editions
    Vitamin D & Sun(8)
    Prevention & Lifestyle(2)
    Nutrition(1)
    Cancer Cells Don't Like Sunshine

    Cancer Cells Don't Like Sunshine

    Vitamin D - The Shield Against Cancer, Diabetes and Heart Disease

    20255. Auflage157 Pages

    Co-authors: William B. Grant, Ph.D.

    The standard work on the role of vitamin D in cancer prevention. With vitamin D barometer and lifestyle risk questionnaire. Shows the connections between sunlight, vitamin D and cancer risk on a scientific basis.

    Key Topics:

    • Vitamin D as a shield against cancer
    • Connection between sunlight and tumor diseases
    • Prevention of diabetes and heart disease
    • Practical lifestyle risk questionnaire
    Mankau VerlagISBN: 978-3-86374-394-9
    Vitamin D: Whenever It's About Life or Death

    Vitamin D: Whenever It's About Life or Death

    The Most Important Questions and Answers About Vitamin D

    2020234 Pages

    Co-authors: Sebastian Weiß

    The most current and comprehensive work on vitamin D with over 450 scientific references. Covers the role of vitamin D in COVID-19 and chronic diseases - well-founded and practical.

    Key Topics:

    • 450+ scientific references
    • Vitamin D and immune system
    • COVID-19 and vitamin D
    • Chronic diseases and prevention
    Spitzen-Prävention VerlagISBN: 978-3-945368-09-1
    Vitamin D Deficiency: The Underestimated Danger

    Vitamin D Deficiency: The Underestimated Danger

    How to Optimize Your Vitamin D Level

    2018

    Compact introduction to the topic of vitamin D deficiency. Explains clearly why so many people are undersupplied and what health consequences this can have.

    Key Topics:

    • Causes of vitamin D deficiency
    • Symptoms and secondary diseases
    • Optimal vitamin D levels
    • Supplementation and sun exposure
    Verlagshaus der ÄrzteISBN: 978-3-99052-172-1
    Superhormone Vitamin D

    Superhormone Vitamin D

    How to Activate Your Shield Against Chronic Diseases

    2022128 Pages

    Co-authors: Sebastian Weiß

    Practical guide to optimal vitamin D supply. With concrete instructions for calculating personal needs, information on sun exposure and supplementation.

    Key Topics:

    • Calculate personal vitamin D needs
    • Optimal sun exposure by skin type
    • Nutrition and supplementation
    • Protection against chronic diseases
    Gräfe und Unzer VerlagISBN: 978-3-8338-8207-4
    Vitamin D - The Sun Hormone

    Vitamin D - The Sun Hormone

    Compact Guide: Recharge Your Vitamin D Reserves

    2015100 Pages

    Co-authors: William B. Grant, Ph.D.

    Compact introduction to vitamin D. Explains the key facts about the sun hormone and gives practical tips for optimizing vitamin D levels.

    Key Topics:

    • Basics of the sun hormone
    • Recharge vitamin D reserves
    • Prevention through sunlight
    • Simple action recommendations
    Mankau VerlagISBN: 978-3-86374-178-1
    No Life Without Sunshine

    No Life Without Sunshine

    The Healing Power of the Sun Hormone

    2012

    Foundational work on the importance of the sun for human health. Explains the biological mechanisms and the role of vitamin D as a sun hormone.

    Key Topics:

    • Sun as an elixir of life
    • Biological effects of UV light
    • Vitamin D synthesis in the skin
    • Sun deficiency and disease
    Akademie für menschliche MedizinISBN: 978-3-00-039913-5
    The Sun Guide

    The Sun Guide

    Practical Guide for Proper Sun Exposure

    2016

    Practical guide to healthy sun exposure. Shows how to use the positive effects of sunlight without taking risks.

    Key Topics:

    • Proper sun exposure
    • Sun protection vs. vitamin D
    • Skin types and sun time
    • Practical everyday tips
    Akademie für menschliche MedizinISBN: 978-3-944592-26-3
    Sensible Sunbathing

    Sensible Sunbathing

    Why the Health Benefits Outweigh the Risks

    2022

    Scientifically based assessment of the pros and cons of UV exposure. Shows why moderate sunbathing is more beneficial to health than harmful.

    Key Topics:

    • UV exposure and health
    • Sun avoidance as a risk factor
    • Skin cancer vs. other cancers
    • Scientific evidence
    Akademie für menschliche MedizinISBN: 978-3-00-075483-0
    The Anti-Cancer Rules

    The Anti-Cancer Rules

    Healthy Living in Harmony with Our Stone Age Genes

    2011

    Shows how an evolutionarily adapted lifestyle can reduce cancer risk. Combines Stone Age nutrition and exercise with modern prevention knowledge.

    Key Topics:

    • Evolutionary medicine
    • Stone Age genes and modern nutrition
    • Lifestyle and cancer prevention
    • Practical implementation in everyday life
    Gräfe und Unzer VerlagISBN: 978-3-8338-2134-5
    Goodbye Diabetes

    Goodbye Diabetes

    How Easy It Is to Become Diabetic - Or Not

    2015

    Critical examination of the diabetes epidemic. Shows how lifestyle and diet can prevent or even reverse diabetes.

    Key Topics:

    • Diabetes prevention through lifestyle
    • Criticism of the healthcare system
    • Nutrition and exercise
    • Personal responsibility for health
    Hirzel VerlagISBN: 978-3-7776-2549-3
    Fermentation Guide

    Fermentation Guide

    Healthy Eating Through Fermented Foods

    2022

    Practical guide to making and benefiting from fermented foods. Explains the importance for the microbiome and gut health.

    Key Topics:

    • Fermentation and microbiome
    • Learn to ferment yourself
    • Promote gut health
    • Probiotic foods
    Akademie für menschliche MedizinISBN: 978-3-00-074044-9

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