HOW TO EAT TO LIVE - BOOK ONE: From God In Person, Master Fard Muhammad

by Elijah Muhammad

How To Eat To Live, Book 1 By Elijah Muhammad For more than 30 years, messenger Elijah Muhammad has been teaching the so-called Negroes of America on the proper foods to eat to improve their mental power, physical appearance, for prevention of illness, curing of ailments and prolonging life. Given the humble, economic conditions of the blacks in America, an inexpensive, yet highly nutritional diet was given to them by Elijah Muhammad. Before the health craze that has swept the country, Elijah Muhammad and the Nation of Islam were head of the curve as far back as the early 30's. This is the first of two books written with this simple, yet revolutionary way of eating.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction, Food, Self Help, Philosophy, Cooking, Religion

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

About the author

People in 1931 in the United States founded Nation of Islam, a religious and cultural organization, espousing principles and favoring political, social, and economic independence for African Americans; American activist Elijah Muhammad, originally Elijah Poole led it from 1934 to 1975.

He mentored Malcolm X, Louis Farrakhan, and Muhammad Ali and fathered Warith Deen Mohammed, his son.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elijah_...

Reviews

[M · Rating 4 out of 5]

That he wasn't joking when he said to rinse your beans. Especially black beans. We use this in Spanish recipes. I found out from someone doing a Ph.D. in biology that there is a toxic poison, which is released, when you soak them 24 hours and throw away the water. I also learned chickens do not urinate,not to happy about eating chicken anymore. I read this book in the 1960-70's. I didn't really give him much credit.

Now after learning from other sources it turns out he is correct on just about evrything he says, from the 60's including staying away from all processsed foods.

[Rahul Sharma · Rating 3 out of 5]

The writing is clear and informative. I look forward to applying what I've learned and what it sought to teach me. I only read this book because of Huey Freeman from the Boondocks, lol. The text is wrought with anti-christian perspectives (sort-of) which made me a little uncomfortable (I'm not christian though)... All in all I enjoyed the read, it was short but eye-opening. I find some of the information to be quite archaic - like the parasitic worms in swine meat (wouldn't heating destroy all of that)? However other information was influential even in our present day and age like fasting to avoid illness. I have found that I usually get sick when I overeat or when I have cravings. I could definitely benefit from fasting once in a while. I will also probably implement only eating one meal everyday, and then switching to one meal every two days. I don't know if I could handle one meal every three days. Looking forward to trying it out though. Recommend this read to those interested in theologically-influenced and minimalist dietary nutrition.

[Lawrence · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the book that everyone should read if you want the best of health and a long life. This book doesn't talk about fad diets. This is about a lifestyle. I live what's taught in it and found everything to be 100% correct. Todays scientists have also proven what's contained therin. Eat to live and not to die!

[Christopher Romain · Rating 3 out of 5]

I appreciate that the book was short and easy to read but it was a bit repetitive.
Though it's said that repetition is key.

The book really pushes the idea of one meal a day (Every 24 hours) or one meal every other day (Every 48 hours) as being the spring of the fountain of youth.

Food keeps us here but it may also take us away.

It matters more to eat every 24-48 hours than it does what is on your plate, as long as it isn't swing/hog, specific beans/peas, and fish over 50 pounds. (sugar is also unnecessary and bread must be baked twice with yeast.) We can eat most animals but would be better off without them. We'd be best off if we ate only 1 meal a day eventually getting to 1 meal every 2 days.
Eating every 24-48 hours will increase lifespan as it did for the biblical characters who lived hundreds of years according to the new testament.

Swine in particular is said to be contaminated and was developed or created to help cure some of the illnesses of the white race. If swing gets poisoned it doesn't die because of the toxins inside of the swine itself, it also is contaminated with worms that may creep into our intestines if consumed.

Best to eat clean foods, and to eat no more than 1 meal a day for optimal health.
1 meals every 2 days and you'll get sick 1 every 5 years.
& 1 meal every 3 days is what the author claims will keep you from ever getting sick again.

Big critic on Christians for not practicing what they preach and putting things in the body which harm the body. Christians in this book apparently = European (White) Christians. & Apparently Christianity was made for the salvation of the white race as Islam has always been practices as the salvation of the Original People of the Planet (Black/Indigenous Man) before it was categorized as a religion, Islam was an unspoken of way of life. Man living in harmony with himself and all Allah's creations.

[Sudawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic! If you want a guide to eating properly this is a must read. This book was full of information to help you have a healthy diet spiritually and physically. After reading this book I felt as if I had went through a physical cleansing.

[Relleasy Harrison · Rating 3 out of 5]

being that i am a fitness junkie i did not agree with everything he said, but a lot of things he mentioned i applied it to my life. in the book he says people should eat one time per day. i usually eat about 6-8 times a day LOL.

[Serenity L · Rating 5 out of 5]

I reread this book often. As I study the teachings of T.H.E.M. I have come to learn that he had knowledge he shouldn't have had. A good read for Original people

[Muslima Musawwir · Rating 5 out of 5]

Directly shows how one's diet effects overall physical and mental health. I stopped eating cornbread and white bread, also cut back on potatoes thanks to this book.

[Ronny · Rating 2 out of 5]

Stretching out 20 pages worth of substance to 120 pages can’t even be admired for the craftsmanship it takes to do so, since Elijah Muhammed accomplishes this solely by repeating entire chapters. Crap read. Found the points he did end up making as providing interesting food for thought, but not worth wading through this for. The only book I would ever recommend reading the summary of rather than the book itself.

[Antione · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book and I'm going to try to eat 1 meal a day and see how my body reacts to this and this type of teaching should be taught to us but it isn't and Black people in general should read this because by cutting out swine will increase years on this Earth.

[Annetta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Im not a muslim; But he's on to something i found this book helpful & beneficial

[Malika · Rating 5 out of 5]

Powerfully controversial! Very informative and spilling over the top with t-r-u-t-h

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Rafael Suleiman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good book for learning how to eat properly.

[Liam Davis · Rating 2 out of 5]

How to Eat to Live is a fascinating read, especially when considering how ahead of his time Elijah Muhammad was. He explores concepts like the effective use of intermittent fasting, abstaining from alcohol and tobacco, and the importance of eating whole, unprocessed foods. Muhammad also critiques the commercialization of the food industry, highlighting how priorities have shifted from public health to profit. Written in the 1930s and 1940s, many of his points have since been validated by modern science.

Despite Muhammad's insightful observations, he includes a significant amount of pseudoscience and employs hateful rhetoric toward Christians and the white race throughout the text. These elements detract from the otherwise compelling arguments he makes about health and wellness.

[Sampo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book. Today's alternative health gurus are echoing the same basic principles with OMAD, and intermittent fasting though this book was written in the late 1960's. It has a repetitive style as though He was giving each chapter as a lecture, driving home the main points. The few flaws that I see are mostly from the perspective I have as a traditional Muslim. I will ignore these and leave it alone for the sake of the rest of the good teaching it contains. I enjoy reading all of the NOI's books even though I am of "White" European and Middle Eastern decent. Much knowledge for those with an open mind and eyes to see. I have applied much to my life, and feel I am a better man for it.

[Lady · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has been in my parents' home for YEARS! If I had to guess, at least 40, because the book is much older than me. Anyway, it was a good read, but repetitious, yet there were some great lessons learned throughout the book. My parents are 84 years of age, and they lived by this book. They have their ailments, which did not occur until they were in their late 70s, but they have always had great eating habits, and I truly believe adapting these eating habits has truly worked in their favor.

[Kent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two items you will definitely learn from this book are: #1 - Eat one meal a day or one meal every two days, and, #2 - Do not eat or even touch the swine! These two principles are repeated throughtout the reading in order to emphasize their importance.

[Jack Bloomfeld · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting read on the religious teachings towards diet. Not much scientific explanation but as science advances and trends exactly toward religious truths I find it valuable to know the religious foundation and factor that into my worldview.

[rosarioworm · Rating 3 out of 5]

found this in my dad’s garage, was intrigued bc of my recent interest in nutrition. this is repetitive and high key a little batshit but i dig some of his messages. 🧟‍♀️i will eat once a day and i will not eat swineeee🧟‍♀️

[Jake Brumpton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great educational book that gives you the knowledge they don’t want you to know. Some bits are out dated as it was written in the 60s/ 70s but overall a must read to anyone who values their physical and spiritual health

[Kiemon · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not the most ideal diet for someone that works out. On the other hand it is a good low calorie, low carb way to eat for someone that isn't really active or getting up in age.

[Tah-neka Colbert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every warning about what foods to avoid that is in the news today was written in this book DECADES ago...more than half a century.

[D.Lo · Rating 5 out of 5]

APDTA for the Honorable Elijah Muhammad and his passion for teaching us the proper ways to live. Diet is so impactful to your quality of living and this book go sure gives you the tools you need.

[Destiny Varnado · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an incredible book.

[Ryan Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book about how to eat clean. There's some great lessons in this book also.

[Markell X · Rating 5 out of 5]

All Praise Is Due to Allah! 🤲🏾 Everything the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad said back then, is relevant to the times of today.

[Rachael]

he hate pig

[Icey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I believe this book reveals a lot of truth. I have heard now from at least 2 other sources information that supports diet described in these pages and decided to use my own body for affirmation of these truths.

[SA · Rating 3 out of 5]

this is outdated. Somebody needs to write another book.(probably already did)
Science has ruled out some of these theories. Certainly relevant for the 30's though
when the government was using citizens as test subjects.