Currently, the trend of health care is gaining momentum as people are becoming more interested and attentive to their health. This shift is influenced by various situations, including social, economic, environmental issues, and the COVID-19 pandemic, which have altered people's lifestyles, impacting both physical and mental health, leading to the rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

According to a 2020 report from the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 41 million people worldwide die each year from NCDs, accounting for 71% of total deaths. In Thailand, in 2019, 76.58% of deaths were due to NCDs, equating to about 351,880 people annually, averaging 44 deaths per hour.

No one wants to face illness, as it not only affects physical and mental health but also consumes time, disrupts work, and impacts finances.

Therefore, early prevention is crucial. Focusing on building good health through behavioral changes is the key to achieving a high quality of life.

The book Health Brings Wealth was created to compile knowledge, perspectives, insights, and real experiences from four medical experts in cardiology, neurology, exercise, nutrition, and anti-aging, providing practical benefits for readers. Dr. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth serves as a significant inspiration and is a successful figure in health (Health), wealth (Wealth), and quality longevity (Longevity).

The first expert is Professor Jiří Dvořák (MD Zurich, Switzerland), a professor of neurology at the University of Zurich and former Chief Medical Officer of FIFA. He currently serves as a senior consultant in neurology and research at the Spine Center of Schulthess Clinic in Zurich, where he has held the position for over 35 years, contributing significantly to spinal research and receiving numerous awards.

In this book, the doctor, as an expert in sports science and preventive medicine, discusses the benefits of exercising regularly, dedicating just 30 minutes, five times a week, which can significantly enhance long-term health. Those with physical limitations or injuries can also exercise with appropriate care and treatment.

The next expert is Professor Sergio Fazio (MD, PhD Portland, Oregon and Tarrytown, New York, US), a cardiology professor at Stanford University. He previously directed the Heart Disease Prevention Center at the Knight Cardiovascular Institute of Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), where he initiated collaborations to bring preventive cardiology practices to Thailand.

In Health Brings Wealth, the doctor explains the importance of the heart, which works 24/7 without rest. Caring for cardiovascular health starts with us by focusing on lifestyle choices, such as choosing healthy foods that are not overly sweet or salty and low in saturated fats, maintaining good sleep, staying active, and reducing stress, which is a contributing factor to heart disease.

The third expert is Adjunct Assistant Professor Tanupol Virunhagarun (Dr. Amp) (MD Bangkok, Thailand), a specialist in preventive medicine focusing on health recovery, weight loss, and obesity management. He is dedicated to making weight control accessible for health care.

Dr. Amp emphasizes raising awareness among Thai citizens about preventive health care through lectures and online platforms such as Facebook: Dr Amp Team, Instagram: DrAmp Team, Spotify: Dr.Amp Team, YouTube: DrAmp Team, Website: www.dramp.com, currently followed by over 750,000 people.

He is also the author of several best-selling books, including Anti-Aging Tips, Good Eating for Longevity, Good Health at 100 Years, and Proper Sleep for Lifelong Health.

Dr. Amp provides knowledge in an easily understandable manner, focusing on preventive health care principles to prevent and delay disease through lifestyle changes, ensuring a balanced diet rich in natural, unprocessed foods, along with in-depth laboratory testing and genetic profiling to unlock health secrets at the cellular level for personalized health care.

He also emphasizes the importance of sleep, as adequate sleep enhances bodily functions, keeping one refreshed and alert throughout the day, promoting a better quality of life.

The final expert is Professor Keith L. Black (MD, Los Angeles, California, USA), a renowned neurosurgeon and scientist. He serves as the head of the neurosurgery department and director of the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he has been appointed as a professor of neurology.

His work has gained widespread attention, with over 400 published articles, and his biography has been featured in the television series The New Explorers. Esquire magazine named him one of the "21 Most Important People of the 21st Century," and he appeared on the cover of TIME magazine's special 1997 issue, "Heroes of Medicines." His autobiography, Brain Surgeon, was published in 2009.

In this book, he discusses the importance of the brain, the control center of the nervous system, responsible for movement, behavior, and maintaining body balance.

He explores how the brain can change to prevent and delay Alzheimer's disease, as there are currently 50 million dementia patients worldwide, with nearly 10 million new cases each year, making Alzheimer's the fifth leading cause of death globally. Caring for the brain requires attention to diet, exercise, sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, and learning new things to keep the brain active, including meditation as another way to engage the mind.

With specialized knowledge and ongoing research and development, the book "Health Brings Wealth" serves as a key to unlocking good health, complete with infographics and practical examples that readers can apply in real life, helping them understand proper health care.

The book consists of 10 main chapters:

Chapter 1 Hippocrates: The Father of Modern Medicine (Hippocrates on Preventive Healthcare)

Chapter 2 The Legacy of Dr. Prasert Prasarttong-Osoth

Chapter 3 Four Expert Physicians (Co-Authors)

Chapter 4 Exercise is Your Cheapest Medicine

Chapter 5 Balanced Nutrition is Key for Your Health

Chapter 6 Preventive Cardiology: What You Need to Know and Do

Chapter 7 Optimizing Brain Wellness As You Age

Chapter 8 Lifestyle Medicine: Five Pillars for Optimizing Your Health

Chapter 9 Patient Stories

Chapter 10 Recipes for Home Cooks

The book Health Brings Wealth is printed on high-quality art paper in full color, totaling 228 pages, available for purchase at Asiabook stores in Thailand and amazon.com for 990 THB, with an e-book version available in mid-April 2022.

Because the most valuable asset is health, nothing is more precious than having good health, which is the essence of the phrase "Health Brings Wealth." This book is a perfect gift for loved ones and yourself, providing the key to achieving quality health.

Author Biography of "Health Brings Wealth"

Professor Jiří Dvořák (MD)
Zurich, Switzerland

  • Senior consultant in neurology and research at the Spine Center of Schulthess Clinic in Zurich, where he served as president for 35 years.
  • Professor of neurology at the University of Zurich.
  • Former Chief Medical Officer of FIFA.
  • Consultant for BDMS Wellness Clinic in Bangkok.
  • Senior advisor for the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
  • Former deputy editor of the SPINE medical journal with over 462 published articles.
  • His research focuses on preventing both communicable and non-communicable diseases and developing a national lifestyle medicine curriculum for Thailand.

Professor Sergio Fazio (MD, PhD)
Portland, Oregon and Tarrytown, New York, US

Professor Sergio Fazio graduated from the University of Rome and earned his doctorate from the University of California. He began his career at Vanderbilt University in the Endocrinology and Diabetes department before moving to the Cardiovascular Medicine department, where he became the head of preventive cardiology and a professor at Stanford University.

He later served as director of the Knight Cardiovascular Institute at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), where he initiated collaborations to bring preventive cardiology to Thailand. He is also a consultant for BDMS Wellness Clinic in Bangkok and a member of the scientific council for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals.

Professor Fazio has published over 320 academic articles and was involved in founding the American Journal of Preventive Cardiology Arteriosclerosis, the official body of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology. He has served as chair of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology, the only American organization that certifies specialists in preventive cardiology.

Adjunct Assistant Professor Tanupol Virunhagarun (Dr. Amp)
Bangkok, Thailand

Dr. Tanupol graduated from Siriraj Medical School and furthered his studies in preventive health care, receiving certification from the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine (ABAARM) in Chicago, USA. He completed his training in preventive medicine and public health from the Thai Society of Preventive Medicine.

Dr. Tanupol is dedicated to helping patients manage their weight, making health care accessible. He is the president of the Bangkok Association of Health Rehabilitation and Obesity Education (BARSO) and the executive chairman of BDMS Wellness Clinic and BDMS Wellness Resort Co., Ltd. He is also a member of the editorial board of the Bangkok Medical Journal, the first accredited medical research journal in Thailand.

Dr. Tanupol emphasizes raising awareness among Thai citizens about preventive health care through lectures and online platforms, currently followed by over 750,000 people.

Professor Keith L. Black (MD)
Los Angeles, California, USA

Professor Keith L. Black is a renowned neurosurgeon and scientist in Los Angeles. He received his medical degree from Michigan Medical School and has over 20 years of experience. He is the head of the neurosurgery department and director of the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

At age 17, Professor Black published his first scientific article, receiving the Westinghouse Science Award. He completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees in six years and trained as a general surgeon and neurosurgeon at the University of Michigan Medical Center.

His research includes developing vaccines to enhance immune responses to brain tumors, studying blood-brain barrier biology, cancer stem cells, and pioneering microwave ablation techniques for tumor treatment.

His work has received widespread attention, with over 400 published articles and numerous presentations at national and international conferences. His biography has been featured in the television series The New Explorers, and he was named one of the "21 Most Important People of the 21st Century" by Esquire magazine.