Oral - by Jessica Lederhausen (Paperback)

About the Book

Oral: The Swedish-Inspired Secret to Full-Body Health Starting in Your Mouth invites readers to take control of their health through their mouth.

Book Synopsis

Oral: The Swedish-Inspired Secret to Full-Body Health Starting in Your Mouth invites readers to take control of their health, starting with their mouths.

No matter where readers are on their health journey, "Oral: The Swedish-Inspired Secret to Full Body Health Starting in Your Mouth" will provide new insights about the oral-systemic connection, and actionable steps for feeling better now and in years to come.

The book Oral has two parts: the first explores the mouth and the mouth-body connection, and the second part-the solutions and inspirations-discusses the benefits of creating small habits around the topics of moving, eating, sleeping, and breathing.

Review Quotes

"Jessica Lederhausen reminds us that everything is connected, and that the mouth is a primary gateway to total body health. She shines light on what many of us take for granted - our mouths - and her book offers sensible, practical guidance for healthier living."

-Robert Waldinger MD

Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Director, Harvard Study of Adult Development

"Oral is eye-opening. Jessica Lederhausen teaches you how to gain control over your mouth health so that you're knowledgeable, confident and ready to take action. Her unique expertise in dentistry and the study of motivation provides a new and refreshing perspective. What a fun read."

-Ayelet Fishbach, The University of Chicago, Booth School of Business

"ORAL is an eye-opening foray into the interconnectedness of our mouth and overall health - and how establishing effective habits can help us improve both. Without ever being preachy or overbearing, Jessica Lederhausen's Swedish-inspired lagom approach to health is just what the doctor ordered."

-Linda Åkeson McGurk, author of The Open-Air Life and There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather

"As someone I have known and trusted for years, Jessica Lederhausen and I are aligned in our lifestyle-based approach to sustainable wellness. Through her unique lens as a Swedish-born dentist, public health advocate and 'lagom' (balance) coach, she makes the crucial connection between oral health and systemic health that is grounded in science, with actionable steps optimize our health and well-being. Highly recommended!"

- Dean Ornish, MD

"This book is more than just a guide; it's a catalyst for change in how we perceive and approach oral health. Jessica's passion for the subject is palpable on every page, making Oral not only informative but also deeply inspiring. It's a must-read for anyone dedicated to fostering a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, starting from the mouth, the gateway to our overall well-being." - Avanti Kumar Singh, MD

"Jessica Lederhausen's book, Oral, is a masterful exploration of health pillars like nutrition, sleep, movement, and breathing. With elegance, she simplifies complex medical concepts, making them easily understandable. Dr. Lederhausen unveils the crucial link between oral health and overall well-being. The book not only elucidates these ideas but also provides practical solutions, offering a valuable guide to forming habits that lay the foundation for optimal health." - Maria Sokolina, DDS