With over five decades of medical experience and a passion for empowering others, Dr. Jairo A. Puentes has become a leading voice in preventive health and nutrition. As a physician, professor, and author, his career has been shaped by a singular mission: to help people live longer, healthier lives, not just through treatment but through education, lifestyle change, and the healing power of food.
The author’s deep commitment to patient care has spanned multiple disciplines, including physical rehabilitation, pain management, cardiovascular health, and sports medicine.
He has worked alongside groundbreaking figures in modern medicine, such as Dr. Denton Cooley and Dr. Stanley Dudrick, contributing to major advancements in cardiac recovery and post-surgical rehabilitation. Yet, it was his exploration into the role of nutrition in disease prevention that would define the next chapter of his journey.
Drawing inspiration from pioneers like Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, Dr. Puentes began to champion the idea that what we eat has a direct impact on how we age, heal, and thrive. This revelation inspired him to write and publish a series of books aimed at guiding the public toward healthier, more mindful living.
A Trio of Amazing Books
His major publication, Eat Right: Learn How a Good Diet Can Help You Stay Healthy and Live Longer, co-authored with Clara I. Puentes, laid the foundation for understanding how diet affects every system in the body.
The book introduces the DRESS-SS system. It is a holistic health framework built around Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress management, Supplementation, and Spiritual well-being. With clarity and compassion, Dr. Puentes simplifies complex medical science into practical advice for readers ready to reclaim their health.
Next came Living Longer and Reversing Aging: A Prescription for a Healthier and Longer Life, which explores the connection between nutrition and aging. Drawing from clinical research and his own practice, Dr. Puentes explains how simple dietary and lifestyle changes can not only slow down aging but also reverse its most harmful effects. The book offers an inspiring, evidence-based blueprint for anyone seeking vitality in their later years.
Most recently, Dr. Puentes released DR. JAY Recipes: Eat Right to Stay Healthy and Live Longer. It is a vibrant cookbook that brings his philosophy to life through delicious, nutrient-packed meals. From smoothies to soups and salads to desserts, each recipe supports energy, immunity, and longevity. This book serves as both a culinary companion and a continuation of his mission: to help people embrace food not just as fuel but as a source of healing.
A Voice for Preventive Health
More than an author, Dr. Puentes is a true educator. His books are written with warmth, scientific integrity, and a deep understanding of what people need, not just to survive but to thrive. His approach bridges the gap between traditional medicine and holistic wellness, offering a powerful message of hope: chronic illness is not a life sentence. Prevention is possible. Healing is real.
Takeaway
As he continues to write, teach, and inspire, Dr. Jairo A. Puentes remains a steadfast advocate for change, one plate, one page, one patient at a time. Order your copy
