Wild Medicine

Join psycho-nutritionist Dr. Shawn Talbott on an extraordinary journey across continents—exploring how ancient wisdom and modern science converge to heal the mind, body, and spirit.

In Wild Medicine, Dr. Talbott explores the intersections of ancient plant wisdom, modern microbial science, and cutting-edge body-mind medicine, revealing how herbs, probiotics, and sustainably harvested botanicals interact with the bacteria in our gut (microbiome) and communicate across our Gut-Brain-Axis to influence every aspect of physical health, mental fitness, and emotional well-being.

By viewing thousands of years of ancient health practices such as Chinese (TCM) and Indian (Ayurveda) medicine through the modern lens of Western neuroscience and cutting-edge microbiome research, he goes beyond treating symptoms to rediscover nature’s role in recalibrating the core biological systems that govern our moods, vitality, and ultimately our longevity.

What Anthony Bourdain did for food, Dr. Talbott does for natural health—inviting readers and viewers to rediscover the world’s most powerful natural solutions for modern ailments. He does this by delving into:

Plants: Natural remedies which are often as effective as prescription drugs,

People: Heartwarming and humorous stories that connect global communities through shared humanity,

Purpose: Education to motivate and inspire readers towards environmental stewardship and protection of the ecosystems that sustain life and healing.

A transformational exploration of nature, culture, and consciousness, Wild Medicine will change how we see medicine, mindfulness, and our place in the world.

Author Biography

Dr. Shawn Talbott integrates physiology, biochemistry, and psychology to help people improve mental wellness and physical performance. He received Bachelor’s degrees in Sports Medicine and Fitness Management from Marietta College, Master’s degrees in Exercise Science from UMASS and Entrepreneurship from MIT, and his PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from Rutgers. Recent projects include two academic textbooks, an award-winning documentary film, and several best-selling books translated into multiple languages. His work has been featured on The Dr. Oz Show, the TED stage, and the White House-and he has developed numerous top-selling nutraceutical products, generating over $1 billion in global sales. Shawn has competed at the elite level in rowing and triathlon, and has held the title of the “World’s Fittest CEO.” He lives with his family in Utah and Massachusetts.