"How To Eat To Live" by Elijah Muhammad provides guidance on proper nutrition for African Americans to enhance mental and physical health, prevent illness, treat ailments, and extend lifespan. Despite economic challenges, Elijah Muhammad offers a cost-effective and nutritious diet. The book predates the health trend in the country, showcasing the Nation of Islam's early adoption of healthy eating practices. This is the first of two books outlining this straightforward yet groundbreaking dietary approach.