"To preserve health is a moral and religious duty, for health is the basis for all social virtues. We can no longer be as useful when not well. " – Dr. Samuel Johnson, Father of Dictionaries |
Chapter 1: Build Powerful Nerve Force
- Nerve Force is Your Vital Key to Life
- Paul Bragg's New Way to Health
- The Secret of Nerve Force
- Nerve Force is the Key to Vital Living
- "Bad Nerves" Are Dangerous, Destructive to American Youth & Adults
- There is No Mental Health Without Powerful Healthy Nerve Force
- Why are There Alcohol & Drug Problems
- What is Meant by "Nerves"?
- Depleting Our Reservoir of Nerve Force
- The Danger Signals of Low Nerve Force (list)
- A Healthy Lifestyle is The Best Remedy for Nervous Disorders
- Live as Mother Nature Intended You to Live!
- Happiness and Love Are Simplicity
- Love and Survival
- The Art of Long, Healthy, Happy Living
- Build Your Own Nerve Force
- This Is Your Life To Love and Protect
- Worry Is a Killer
- Suicide Rate Soaring Among All Ages!
- The Bragg Healthy Lifestyle Prevents Suicide
- From Nervous Breakdown To Health Build-up
- Keep Your Nerves Healthy and Strong
- Two Sides of the Shield – Physical and Mental
- A Strong Mind in a Strong Body
- Make Your Boddy Worry-Proof
- Heimlich Maneuver Jumpstarts Lungs & Heart (Heimlich & Bragg photo)
- Heimlich Maneuver Stops Asthma Attacks
- The Heimlich Maneuver – First Aid (graphics)
- Good Posture Promotes Healthier Nerves
- Bragg Posture Exercise Gives Instant Youthfulness
- Posture Chart (graphics and chart)
Chapter 2: What is Nerve Force?
- Your Body's Command Center (list)
- The Three Forms of Nerve Force (list)
- Equilibrium of the Nervous System (graphics)
- Nerve Depletion
- Nerve Depression
- Nerve Tension
- Recognizing and Avoiding Hypertension
- Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally
- Biofeedback Empowers You to Relax
- Talk, Even Write to Yourself: You Can Be Your Best Therapist!
- Positive Statements To Use (list)
- Some Need Professional Help
- Nerve Force is Powerful and So Important
- Physical and Mental Deterioration
- Impaired Metabolism Causes Body Imbalance
- Millions Suffer From Nervous Indigestion
- Heartburn = Higher Risk For Cancer
- Nerve Depletion Promotes Constipation
- Feed Your Nerves – Don't Destroy Them!
- Avoid Junk Foods and Harmful Stimulants
- Mental Disorders
- The Development of Neurasthenia
- Millions Suffer From Nerve Exhaustion
- There are Six Basic Fears
- Fear of Sickness
- Fear of Poverty
- Fear of Old Age
- Paul Bragg With His Youthful Friend Roy White (picture)
- Fear of Criticism
- Fear of the Loss of Love
- Fear of Death
- The River of Thought
- Faith Versus Fear
- Overcoming Fears
- Negative or Positive (graphics)
- Inspiring Words
- Bring Miracles
- Self-Pity is a Nerve and Energy Robber
- Keep Biologically Healthy & Youthful with Exercise & Good Nutrition
- Combating Depression, Stress & Anxiety
- Take Time for 12 Things
"When you sell a man a book you don't just sell him paper, ink and glue, you sell him a whole new life! There's heaven and earth in a real book. The real purpose of books is to inspire the mind into its own thinking." – Christopher Morley |
Chapter 3: Spiritual Health Promotes Physical Health
- The First Step to Powerful Nerve Force
- Simple Techniques of Meditiation & Prayer
- Meditiation & Prayer Helps Master Life
- You Are What You Think and More
- Life Is The Miracle of Miracles
- To Over-Rest is To Rust
- Build "The Will to Win In Your Life
- You Need Inspiration To Guide Your Destiny
- Faith and Vision Create Miracles
- Let Mother Nature and God Inspire You!
- 3 Steps to Forgiveness, Prayer & Meditation
- Therapeutic Use of Forgiveness
- High Blood Pressure in Adolescence
- Soothing Remedies for Tension Headaches (list & graphics)
Chapter 4: Sound, Peaceful, Recharging Sleep
- Second Step Towards Powerful Nerve Force
- Relaxed – Deep Sleep Must be Earned
- Your Mattress Is Your Best Sleeping Friend
- Dreams Can Reflect Past and Present Life
- Books Can Be Your Teachers & Relaxers
- Natural Ways to Cure Insombia
- Fitness Trainers Say Days Off Benefit Fitness
- Food and Drink – Their Effects on Sleep
- Simple Ways to Keep Stress Levels Low
- 67% American Adults are Sleep Deprived
- Try Lemon Balm Tea for a Night so Calm
- Tips for Healthful Sound Sleep
- For the Snorer in the House
- Outwitting Insomnia
- Prayer for Strength and Loving Guidance
- Stanford's Suggestions for Improving Sleep (list)
- The Luxury of the Siesta
- Try Power Nap For Miracle Recharge
- How to Have Deep, Sound, Relaxed Sleep
"It's never too late to be what you might have been."
– George Elliot
"Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law." – Psalm 119:18 |
Chapter 5: Natural Healthy Food
- Third Step Towards Powerful Nerve Force
- You are Exactly What You Eat and Drink
- Millions Suffer Vitamin B-Complex Deficiency
- Folic Acid Helps Protect the Blood
- High Homocysteine Level Causes Heart, Alzheimer's & Osteoporosis Problems
- B Vitamins & Folic Acid are Heart Protectors
- Folic Acid Healthy Food Sources (list)
- Foods Rich in B-Complex Vitamins (list)
- Bake Your Own "Live" Natural Bread (recipe)
- Your Nerves Need Plenty of Calcium
- Calcium Deficiencies Cause Nervous Habits
- Calcium Content Chart of Some Common Foods
- Calcium Can Help Tame PMS
- Boron – Miracle Trace Mineral for Healthy Bones
- Increase Your Stamina and Go Power
- Stamina-Boosting Foods & Nutrients
- The Stamina Balance
- Boost Your Memory
- The Brain – Memory Boosting Diet
- Nutrients and Herbs to the Rescue
- Avoid These Harmful Foods (chart)
- Body Signs of Potassium Deficiency (chart)
- How to Build a Balanced Diet (chart)
- Personalize Your Menus
- Food and Product Summary (chart)
- Enjoy Super Health with Natural Fods
- Vegetable and Fruit Juices Contain Mother Nature's Distilled Water
- Water is Key to Health & All Body Functions
- Distilled Water Is The World's Purest and Best Water
- The 70% Watery Human
- Keep World's Plant Seeds Alive – Not Sterile
- Bragg Introduces Miracles of Soybeans
- Allergies, Daily Journal & Dr. Coca's Pulse Test
- Dr. Attwood's Tips for Low Fat Shopping
- Dr. Charles Attwood – Great Health Crusader
- Dr. Kellog's Menus
- Enjoy Lighter, Smaller Vegetarian Dinners
- Stevia – World's Healthiest Sweetner
- 7 Ways to Keep Blood Sugar Levels Low (list)
- Vegetarian Protein % Chart
- Bragg Health Beverages and Nutritious, Delicious Recipes
- Healthy Lifestyle Eating Habits
- Bad Nutrition – #1 Cause of Sickness
- Nature's Miracle Phytochemicals Helps Prevent Cancer (chart)
- Benefits from The Joys of Fasting
Chapter 6: Exercise
- The Fourth Step Towards Building Nerve Force
- Walk Off Your Emotional Tensions
- Expert Advice on How to Exercise
- Ten Great No-Calorie Stress Busters (list)
- Instant Mood Lifters (list)
- News On High Blood Pressure & Diet
- What Miracles Exercise Can Do For You
- Benefits that Moderate Daily Exercise Brings You (list)
- Exercise Promotes Health & Youthfulness
- Iron Pumping Oldsters (photo)
- Amazing Health & Fitness Results in 8 Weeks
"Nature never makes any fuss, and yet it does everything."
– Lao Tzu |
Chapter 7: Correct Breathing
- The Fifth Step Towards Powerful Nerve Force
- Deep Breathers Live Longer
- The Lower Respiratory System (graphic)
- Path of Breath (graphics)
- Mechanics of Breathing (graphic)
- Two Methods of Breathing
- Chest Breathing
- Diaphragmatic Breathing
- How to Practice Diaphragmatic Breathing
- Advantages of Diaphragmatic Breathing
- Control Nerves with Diaphragmatic Breating
- Long, Slow Diaphragmatic Breathing
- Deadly Smoking Facts (list)
- The Miracles of Apple Cider Vinegar for Longer, Healthier Life (list)
Chapter 8: Bathing
- The Sixth Step Towards Building Powerful Nerve Force
- Cold Water on the Skin is Important
- Special Shower Builds Healthy Circulation
- Warm and Hot Baths also Have Their Place
- Chlorine and Fluoride Dangers in Your Water (list and chart)
- Swimming is a Great Nerve Force Builder
- Enjoy Energy from Gentle Sunbathing
Chapter 9: Healthy Relaxation
- How to Relax the Nerves
- Relaxation is a Healthy, Soothing Feeling
- Tension and Relaxation Create the Heartbeat of Life
- For Easier-Flowing Bowel Movements
- Eliminate the "Dribbles" Exercise
- Steps to Conserve Your Nerve Force
- Follow These Stress Reducing Guidelines (list)
- Avoid Arguing
- Shun Constant Suspicion
- Reap the Rewards of Smiling
- Happy Feelings Are Internal Smiles
- Remove Negative Chips Off Your Shoulders
- Learn to Live Joyously with Yourself
- Paul Bragg Practiced Thought Substitution
- Don't Batter Yourself with Self-Torture
- Make Your Own Sunshine
- Dr. Carrel's Eternal Life Successful Study
- Paul Bragg & Bernarr Macfadden (photo)
- Macfadden – Founder of Physical Culture
- Enjoy Exercising – It's Healthy and Fun!
- The Miracle Life of Ageless Jack LaLanne (photo)
- Enjoy Exercise & Jogs for Longer Life (photo)
- Start Building Your Nerve Force Today! (list)
- Become a Practical Idealist
- A Strong Mind in a Strong Body
- Depression and Stress May Affect Diabetes & Cause Heart Attacks
- CoQ10 Combats Heart Disease etc.
- Healthy Heart Habits (list)
- Recommended Blood Chemistry Values (chart)
- Your Stress Scale Test (chart & quiz)
Chapter 10: The Biochemistry of Mental Health
- Nervous Problems are Epidemic
- Youngsters Have Stress Too
- Attention Deficit Disorder – ADD
- Nutritional Therapy for Retarded & Hyperactive Children
- Here's the Dr. Feingold Basic Program (list)
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Dr. Balch's Health Suggestions to Combat CFS (list)
- Diet Important in Developing Intelligence
- "Junk Foods" Starve the Brain and Body
- Hypoglycemia and Violence On Rise
- Vitamin and Mineral Food Supplements for Mental Illness
- Magnesium – Essential for Healthy Nerves
- 72% of Adults Found Magnesium Deficient
- How Much Magnesium Do You Need?
- Looking Good Means Feeling Good
- Chelation Therapy Cleanses Arteries
- Control and Extend Your Health & LIfespan!
"Kindness should be a frame of mind in which we are alert to every opportunity: to do, to give, to share, and to cheer."
– Patricia Bragg |
Chapter 11: Relief for Nervous Tension, Stress, Anxiety
- Here's One of the Main Causes of Nervous Tension
- Chronic Depression May Lead to Cancer
- The Importance of Normalizing Your High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension Can Be Prevented
- Combating Depression May Lead to Cancer
- Scientists Reveal That Certain Foods Can Alter Your Mood
- SAMe: The New, Safe, Natural Antidepressant
- St. John's Wort Relieves Depression
- Enhance Mood and Mind with Vitamin B1
- Help For Bipolar Disorder
- Ginkgo Helps Depression, Strokes & Brain Recovery
- Foods Can Trigger Stress-Related Migraines
- Candida Linked to Chronic Fatigue, Bloating, and Nausea
- Beware of Deadly Aspartame Sugar Substitutes
Chapter 12: Alternative Health Therapies
"Living in harmony with the universe is living totally alive, full of vitality, health, joy, power, love, and abundance on every level. "
– Shakti Gawain |
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