This book grew out of the author's quest for natural solutions to his own health problems. In his research he learned many surprising things about diet and nutrition, and the toxic nature of the Standard American Diet, laden as it is with sugar, meat, dairy, oils, and refined flour. This diet promotes a host of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, etc. Whole plant foods, on the other hand, promote only good health. The Eden Axiom is a rich and interesting resource of references to and explanations of the scientific studies which will give you the information you need to make wise decisions about the diet you should choose if you wish to avoid chronic disease and live a long, healthy life. Of particular interest to the author is the issue of being good stewards of the bodies which God has given us. The title The Eden Axiom refers to a set of lifestyle principles derived from the early chapters of the Bible. Theological questions regarding why one should choose a healthy lifestyle are explored, and applicable Biblical passages are discussed. The reader is encouraged to pray and ask God what He would have him or her to do in light of the information presented.