Beyond Normal
How the New Science of Enhanced Medicine Elevates Peak Performance and Repairs Brain Injuries
by Shai Efrati, MD
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Pub Date 1 Oct 2024 | Archive Date Not set
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Description
“A groundbreaking approach for reclaiming health.”
—David Perlmutter, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain and Drop Acid
For decades, modern medicine has predominantly focused on restoring health to a conventionally “normal” state for our age and medical history. But shouldn’t we aim to go beyond normal?
Whether you’re twenty or eighty years old, have experienced a stroke, battle PTSD, or want to excel as an athlete or top executive, recent breakthroughs in molecular biology have granted us the means not just to repair but to enhance our physical and mental capacities.
As the visionary director of the Sagol Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Research, Dr. Shai Efrati has harnessed these cutting-edge insights to develop a rigorously researched protocol called enhanced medicine.
Enhanced medicine answers the fundamental question “What is my biological potential?” with a groundbreaking approach that has yielded remarkable results, including:
- Empowering high-performing executives and elite athletes to attain their peak physical and mental states
- Successfully reversing the anticipated age-related cognitive and functional decline
- Restoring movement, vision, and expression in stroke survivors
- Healing the brains of concussion patients, restoring their cognitive, mental, and physical performance
- Transforming the lives of fibromyalgia patients, alleviating symptoms, and improving their quality of life
- Significantly reducing symptoms of PTSD in civilians and military veterans
- Enhancing key indicators of Long COVID, restoring cognitive, mental, and physical functions
Beyond Normal unveils a revolutionary perspective on the possibilities of modern medicine.
Advance Praise
“Beyond Normal is a groundbreaking exploration into the realm of Enhanced Medicine, challenging us to redefine our expectations of modern healthcare. This compelling book delves into the transformative power of leading-edge interventions, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and presents astonishing cases of recovery that defy conventional medical beliefs. Dr. Efrati’s insights urge us to look beyond traditional limitations, showcasing how innovative treatments can unlock the body’s potential to heal and thrive. An inspiring read, Beyond Normal is a testament to the future of medicine and the incredible possibilities it holds.” — David Perlmutter, MD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain and Drop Acid
“This remarkable book explains for the first time new approaches fueling a dramatic renaissance of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in medical science that is occurring now. Through multiple studies and thousands of clinical successes, Dr. Efrati and his team are making important contributions to our twenty-first-century understanding of repairing brain injuries and elevating brain performance. I have witnessed many of their patients restored to a happier life from the ravages of severe neurological disease.” —Joseph C. Maroon, MD, professor of neurological surgery and medical researcher in brain and spine injuries and inflammatory diseases associated with aging, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; author of Square One: A Simple Guide to a Balanced Life
“Beyond Normal is a great addition to a new field of medicine that aims to transform medicine from reactive to proactive. True preventative medicine is an achievable goal that will revolutionize healthcare and increase the quality of life across the world. The approach outlined in this book, including its unique focus on hyperbaric oxygen therapy, is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of medicine.” — Eric M. Verdin, MD, president and CEO, Buck Institute for Research on Aging
“Highly impressed by the quality of Shai Efrati’s research and very curious about his hyperbaric chamber treatment, I decided to try it myself. It made a huge difference in my energy levels, focus, and fitness. My management team had similar exciting results. This book is a great summary in simple language of the scientific research and why it works.” — Avishai Abrahami, cofounder and CEO, Wix.com
“In Beyond Normal, Shai Efrati shares gripping accounts of the meticulous medical science that has driven his series of unlikely discoveries with hyperbaric oxygen therapy over the past nearly twenty years. Shai and his brilliant team have shown how the body's natural biochemistry can, through a molecular response known as the hyperoxic-hypoxic paradox, stimulate a surge of stem cells, mitochondria, and new blood flows that repair patients once severely weakened by stroke, concussion, fibromyalgia, PTSD, and Long Covid. Many of their stories are here. If you or anyone you know suffers from any of these diseases, this book will be a lifeline. Beyond Normal stands as a milestone, a turning point in the science and clinical medicine of healthy aging and brain research.” — Nir Barzilai, MD, founding director, Institute for Aging Research at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and author of Age Later: Health Span, Life Span, and the New Science of Longevity
“Even though Thomas Kuhn’s Structures of Scientific Revolutions suggests paradigm shifts (whether Copernican, Newtonian, chemical, or Einsteinian, to name a few) don’t occur very often, Beyond Normal certainly appears to be one in neuroscience. In fact, calling Shai Efrati’s book and what it represents a game-changer in neuroscience is a huge understatement. The scientific evidence presented here and the proof that hyperbaric oxygen therapy transforms lives and enhances performance is indisputable. It clearly represents a tipping point that takes neuroplasticity to a whole new level and gives everyone hope!” — William J. Carl, PhD, international lecturer on the brain at medical schools and medical conferences, former president of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and author of espionage thriller Assassin’s Manuscript
Available Editions
EDITION | Hardcover |
ISBN | 9798891381506 |
PRICE | US$32.00 (USD) |
PAGES | 288 |
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Featured Reviews
This book offers an excellent look at human performance, supported by scientific explanations. It stands out with its unique approach, especially its focus on hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which can boost performance and improve quality of life. Readers will find this recently finding information very valuable.
A fascinating, eye-opening book about the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to heal brains and enhance performance. This was new information for me, based on science, with amazing possibilities for healing all kinds of maladies. Recommended!
A very eye opening book about different medical techniques being used to heal brains and enhance their performance.
Enhanced medicine answers the fundamental question “What is my biological potential?” with a groundbreaking approach that has yielded remarkable results, including:
Empowering high-performing executives and elite athletes to attain their peak physical and mental states
Successfully reversing the anticipated age-related cognitive and functional decline
Restoring movement, vision, and expression in stroke survivors
Healing the brains of concussion patients, restoring their cognitive, mental, and physical performance
Transforming the lives of fibromyalgia patients, alleviating symptoms, and improving their quality of life
Significantly reducing symptoms of PTSD in civilians and military veterans
Enhancing key indicators of Long COVID, restoring cognitive, mental, and physical functions
Beyond Normal unveils a revolutionary perspective on the possibilities of modern medicine.
This book really captures attention and makes you want to understand and challenge the limits of your own mind and body as well as the potential future in medicine for healing or improvement of people as a whole. Truly a fascinating read.
One of the most intriguing reads. The depth of knowledge and information about true preventative medicine is impressive. Innovations in medicine are what we all need.
Breakthroughs in molecular biology can take patients beyond restoring health to enhancing physical and mental capabilities. This rigorously researched approach has yielded remarkable results in various areas, from improving athletic and executive performance to treating stroke, PTSD, long COVID, and age-related decline.
This book discusses the author’s protocols for using hyperbaric oxygen therapy in innovative ways to heal brain tissue. These protocols could potentially transform the way we think about and treat a variety of brain-related illnesses. This easy-to-read and entertaining book is eye-opening and hopeful.
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Dr. Shai Efrati’s Beyond Normal presents a revolutionary approach to modern medicine, challenging the conventional wisdom that health should merely be restored to a “normal” state. Instead, Efrati offers a compelling vision of enhanced medicine—a proactive, scientifically backed approach to unlocking the full biological potential of the human body and mind. Drawing on his extensive research and experience as the director of the Sagol Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Research, Efrati outlines how recent advances in molecular biology and innovative therapies like hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) can go beyond healing and actually enhance physical and cognitive capacities at any age.
One of the book’s key strengths is its focus on real-world results. Efrati shares case studies and clinical outcomes that demonstrate the potential of enhanced medicine to transform lives across a wide spectrum of conditions. Whether it’s stroke survivors regaining movement and speech, athletes pushing their limits, or individuals recovering from traumatic brain injuries and PTSD, Beyond Normal offers concrete examples of how this new approach can dramatically improve quality of life. The cases of people reversing age-related cognitive decline and achieving levels of health and performance once thought impossible are particularly striking, painting an optimistic picture of what the future of medicine could hold.
Efrati’s concept of enhanced medicine is grounded in a deep understanding of the body’s regenerative capacities, particularly through the use of HBOT. By increasing oxygen levels in the body, HBOT promotes the healing of damaged tissues, stimulates brain plasticity, and activates stem cells. These mechanisms are explained in a clear and accessible way, making complex biological processes understandable for readers without a medical background. Efrati’s emphasis on the rigorous research behind these treatments further adds to the book’s credibility, assuring readers that the advancements he advocates are not speculative but firmly rooted in scientific evidence.
While Beyond Normal is undeniably technical in places, Efrati balances the medical explanations with an inspiring narrative of human potential. The stories of patients overcoming conditions like fibromyalgia, PTSD, and the lingering effects of Long COVID bring a personal touch to the science. These accounts not only demonstrate the tangible benefits of enhanced medicine but also highlight its transformative potential for mental health and emotional well-being. For instance, Efrati discusses how veterans and civilians alike have found significant relief from PTSD through HBOT, often after years of ineffective treatments.
One of the most exciting aspects of Beyond Normal is its broad applicability. Efrati makes it clear that enhanced medicine is not just for those with debilitating conditions; it is for anyone looking to maximize their health and performance. Whether you’re an athlete seeking peak physical condition, a high-performing executive aiming to sharpen cognitive abilities, or someone simply looking to age with vitality, Efrati’s protocols provide a pathway to achieve extraordinary results. The book encourages readers to view health not as a static state but as something dynamic, with the potential for continuous improvement.
Additionally, Efrati’s exploration of aging is both hopeful and practical. He challenges the notion that cognitive and physical decline is an inevitable part of getting older. Through enhanced medicine, he argues, we can actually reverse some of the effects of aging, improving memory, focus, and physical strength well beyond what is traditionally expected for our age. His protocols offer an exciting glimpse into the future, where maintaining a high quality of life well into old age is not just a possibility but a realistic goal.
In conclusion, Beyond Normal is a bold and forward-thinking book that pushes the boundaries of modern medicine. Dr. Shai Efrati’s enhanced medicine approach, backed by rigorous scientific research and real-world success stories, offers an inspiring new model for health and well-being. Whether you are seeking to overcome a medical condition, optimize performance, or simply explore the limits of human potential, this book provides a comprehensive guide to what is possible when we go beyond the traditional definitions of “normal” health. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the future of medicine, and in achieving extraordinary levels of physical and mental well-being.
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