The Serpent & The Butterfly

In , Dr. Ben Reebs offers a life-altering perspective on the attainment of optimal health. Learn about the seven laws of nature and how to live in harmony with the body.

When we work with rather than against our innate healing capacity, well-being and good health spring forth naturally, and normal structure and function can be restored.

The epidemic of chronic disease can be stopped in its tracks when patients and practitioners adapt and implement this new paradigm of health.

Praise

“A starting point for anyone looking to understand how to prevent and reverse chronic disease.” —Dr. Jolene Brighten, ND, #1 bestselling author,

“In this thought-provoking book, Dr. Ben Reebs explains the synergy between the laws of nature and the mechanisms that govern health and disease in our bodies, and guides readers on how to harness these timeless principles to achieve optimal health.” —Chris Kresser, bestselling author,

“Dr. Reebs combines his deep understanding of how the body heals with his unique way with words that points to a future more and more people believe in.” —James Maskell, bestselling author, and

“As we continue relying on modern technologies to fix us, the more we forget that our body has the inherent ability to heal. If you are chronically ill or simply curious how your body is designed, pick up this book so you can learn what your body is saying and why. Then apply the proven techniques presented by Dr. Reebs so you can help restore your body’s inherent ability to heal.” —Dr. Ben Lynch, ND, bestselling author,

“…a delightful read with real impact for those seeking a healthcare paradigm to restore their health rather than just struggle with disease. Drawing on time-honored wisdom, science, metaphor, and evidence-based medicine, this book shines a clear light on the natural medicine path of true healing.” —Dr. Rick Kirschner, ND, bestselling author,

“Dr. Ben Reebs, ND, presents the innate healing process of the human body in congruence with the understanding of vitality or the ‘vital force’ that is in all living things. Wonderfully done.” —Dr. Letitia Dick-Kronenberg, ND, VNMI, author,

“A beautiful tribute to the laws of healing coupled with practical and impactful information you can use to improve your wellbeing…starting NOW.” —Dr. Amy Bader, ND, founder of SkinTē®

“Anyone that is interested in health, in medicine, in self-care, in the power of the individual needs to read this book.” —Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND, author,

“Dr. Ben Reebs has written a book of much greater significance than its size suggests. I have been teaching naturopathic medical philosophy and clinical theory for forty years. This will now be required reading in my first-year course. It is simple and elegant, and very important to the understanding of a vitalist physician. Thank you, Dr. Reebs.” —Dr. Jared L. Zeff, ND, VNMI, professor of naturopathic medicine, NUNM

“…Dr. Reebs has produced a flowing and interesting book that discusses the vital health components of life. Dr. Reebs balances his text with an interesting combination of succinct explanation, helpful examples, ending each chapter with a guideline for application of the concept. This book is meaningful for medical students, patients, and clinical practitioners, so all can be equally grounded in what is needed to become and stay profoundly healthy.” —Dr. Mona Morstein, ND, author,

“In a world where we often look to the ‘new and shiny’ for help, it is often through seeking ancient wisdom that we find the best path to help and healing. As a clinician practicing many decades I have seen firsthand the wisdom outlined in this wonderful book be the path to healing for countless patients. Dr. Reebs has taken foundational ancient wisdom and made it accessible for all of us in the modern age.” —Dr. Paul Anderson, ND, author,

“Dr. Ben intellectually yet simply gives a perfect overview of the true foundations of naturopathic medicine.... This is a must-read for all interested in taking charge of their health and should be required reading for all healthcare professionals. The laws are well laid out and explained eloquently. Honored to call him a colleague and a friend.” —Dr. Samm Pryce, ND, #1 bestselling author,

“This book meets an important need of our times—ancient healing wisdom presented in an easily digestible form. Effortless to read and enriching, Dr. Reebs’s book is of great service to naturopathy and integrative medicine, for patients and students alike.” —Dr. Moshe Daniel Block, ND, HMC, author,

“Dr. Ben Reebs has written a must-read primer for anyone considering integrative medicine....Read this book and learn how chronic disease can be kept at bay.” —Dr. Trevor Holly Cates, ND, founder of The Spa Dr.® and #1 bestselling author,

“This is naturopathic philosophy at its best, a practical guide for both practitioner and patient. I have been in private and public practice for thirty-nine years, and Dr. Reebs has nailed it.” —Dr. Rick Brinkman, ND, bestselling author,

“Never before have humans had access to such an incredible amount of health information.… Dr. Ben Reebs presents the most essential laws of health in an engaging, clear, and easily understood manner. I highly recommend this book for any person on this planet who seeks to truly understand the most powerful and successful paradigm of medicine and healing for humans.” —Dr. Eli Camp, ND, DHANP, VNMI, bestselling author, founder of Medicine Talk®, and executive director of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute

“The Serpent & The Butterfly addresses a powerfully important topic: are there laws of nature in medicine? If so, what are these laws? Where do they come from? How can we work with them and not against them? Dr. Reebs’s elegant synthesis brings traditional naturopathic and vitalist medical knowledge together with contemporary science, proposing how nature works predictably in health, illness, and healing. His delightful, practical applications are accessible tools for everyone from students and patients, to educators and physicians. I have been teaching naturopathic medical theory for decades, and highly recommend this beautifully written gem of a text. Dr. Reebs’s remarkable book is bound to become a classic!” —Dr. Pamela Snider, ND, founding executive director of ACIH, executive and senior editor of Foundations of Naturopathic Medicine Project

“Ben brings to readers the timeless understanding of the body’s self-healing nature, which has been forgotten by Western medicine, into a modern context for a world in need of healing.” —Razi Berry, founder and publisher of Naturopathic Doctor News & Review (NDNR)

“We can lose sight of the right path in our individual healthcare with so much information overload. Dr. Ben Reebs circles the wagons to focus on the core values that have moved through time as the foundation of every healing modality. This book weaves both philosophical teachings as well as practical healing exercises for one to feel empowered in their own healing journey.” —Dr. Julia Greenspan, ND, author,