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Summary: A must-read for every woman
Review: Dr. Arnot has taken the terrifying subject of breast cancer and produced a book which is full of hope and specific information for how this dreaded disease may be prevented or reversed. The book begins with a highly informative and readable explanation of what is known to date about breast cancer and its causes.I like this book, and recommend it highly, for several reasons: 1) Dr. Arnot has made the physiological processes surrounding breast cancer accessible to the reader by using analogies and simple, non-technical (as much as possible) language. 2) The message of hope is the underlying principle of the book. The reader learns that breast cancer develops as a result of a large number of factors working together, and that there are many steps along the way before an actual cancer develops. 3) The book gives specific instructions for dietary and other lifestyle changes which can interrupt the process at various steps along the way. In other words, there is not just one tiny window of opportunity, but many, many things we can do to stack the odds in our favor that we won't get the disease, or to decrease it if we already have it. 4) The dietary and lifestyle changes recommended by Dr. Arnot are simple and make good sense. Most have other benefits, in addition to preventing breast cancer. For example, he recommends lowering the intake of fats, and eliminating certain types of fats. He also recommends a regular exercise program. It is well-known that reducing dietary fat intake, and following an exercise regimen also reduces the odds of developing cardiovascular disease. Read this book as soon as possible. Get an extra copy for your mom, your sister, your daughter, your best friend.
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Summary: Excellent summary of current research
Review: This book provides a thorough and easy-to-read explanation of current research into causes of breast cancer and how to reduce the risk of suffering from it. Since this book was published, additional research supporting Dr. Arnot's conclusions has been published. Even the John Muir Medical Center in California is using flaxseed oil as part of their breast-cancer program. Why are cranks who oppose this book so upset about women eating more fiber and vegetables to stay slender and healthy? Haven't they seen the many epidemiological studies that show a strong correlation beween diet and breast-cancer rates? By the time an annual mammogram shows a tumor, it is too late; the cancer already has a billion cells. As a chemical engineer, I appreciated the step-by-step explanations of chemical processes that cause cells to divide out of control. Thank you, Dr. Arnot.
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Summary: I view this book as harmful
Review: I too STRONGLY feel one should read the American Council on Science and Health critique of this awful, misleading book. Breast cancer hits all types of women and it a FALSE assertion to suggest food has ANY impact on breast cancer. The kind of assertions in Arnot's trashy book can lead to a false hope about decreasing breast cancer risk which may cause women to defer or avoid established screening techniques such as breast self-examination or mammography. It is exploitive on Arnot's behalf, and I urge women to get breast exams and, if they are over fifty, to get mammographies. Get the facts and don't buy this book.
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Summary: Wonderful and So Desperately Needed! Thank you, Dr. Arnot!
Review: This is a fantastic book, and it is based on science. Poor Dr. Arnot is paying the price for being ahead of this time--we live in an age when preventive nutrition is not popular. This book is excellent, and I have actually looked into some of the research Dr. Arnot cites in the back of the book--he documents what he says! The most amusing thing I have read in a couple of negative reviews here is that people should avoid this book and do breast exams INSTEAD--that is exactly the problem, fellow humans! By the time you find something in a breast exam, it is too late for prevention! Dr. Arnot says, DO BOTH! Prevent now, and always do everything else as an insurance measure. The point of this book is so that when you DO your breast exams regularly, YOU NEVER FIND ANYTHING BECAUSE YOU PREVENTED IT! Thank you, Dr. Arnot! We are all in debt to you!
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Summary: Best audio-book of a health title ever done.
Review: The ability to condense a treasure trove of information contained in a best-selling hardcover book into an entertaining and informative audio book is a rare talent. Whoever did this one is a genius. Particularly because it's a health related title and absolute accuracy is essential. The staff at Dove should be praised for this excellent rendition of an important work.
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Summary: This book is a placebo.
Review: Before buying or reading this book, please read the American Council on Science and Health critique of the book. While many of the dietary suggestions do have documented health benefits, there is no evidence that these dietary changes will prevent breast cancer. As a practicing oncologist, I cannot tell you how many times I have seen breast cancer patients who had extremely healthy lifestyles yet wonder why they developed the disease. The kind of claims issued in this book can lead to a false assurance about decreasing breast cancer risk which may cause women to defer or avoid established screening techniques such as breast self-examination or mammography. Furthermore, my patients who have followed rigorous dietary treatment or prevention programs invariably suffer from guilt when these don't deliver as promised. They actually believe that the "one time I slipped" caused the failure. The claims made in this book are misleading at best, and dangerous at worst. We would all love it if the scourge of breast cancer were this easy to understand and prevent. Unfortunately, it is a complex disease without such simple solutions.
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Summary: An outstanding set of tapes on an important subject.
Review: The reason I liked this audio set based on Arnot's book is because it gives out key informaton and lets the reader decides which lifestyle nutrition choices work for them. No scolding or barking here. This is truly an excellent book on an important subject o cancer prevention. Also, Arnot explains so many things (the role of body types, conflicting studies, menarche, different types of oils) that I have not read about elsewhere and wish I had. Very useful. Dr. Arnot makes it clear that his suggestions and recommendations for healthy living are a supplement not a substitute for traditional medicine (if you want the latter). The audio version is beautifully read by Richard Gilliland - major kudos to all those who made it - for a set of tapes that I have listened to twice. I've lost two dear ones to cancer and I now plan to take responsibility for our health. Great job, Arnot. High recommendation to all intelligent readers interested not only in cancer prevention but good nutrition. Excellent!
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Summary: I spent money I did NOT have on this book
Review: I bought this book because of Oprah's recommendation. It was NOT easy to read. I have a college degree...so, I am NOT dumb. The recipes were NOT there...no directions on how to cook the things in the book. This book is now on my book shelf and I feel like I REALLY wasted the $25 I paid for this book. If I had a choice, I would not have given it ANY stars at all!!!!....sorry. My recommendation is, DO NOT buy this book....you will be wasting your money!! I live on a VERY limited income and I wish I had the money back that I paid for this book!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Wonderfully succint material, user-friendly
Review: Bob Arnot presents the material and allows the reader to draw his own conclusions. With the data available and the excellent charts and tables he provides, why wouldn't a reader make important changes in her diet? What we eat effects us in so many ways. - Ginger Smith
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Summary: Tabloid Quality
Review: I agree with the criticism that the American Counsil on Science and Health wrote in complete dismissal of this book's shoddy research. The book is a horror. There is no link between diet and breast cancer. See your doctor, get check ups, do self-breast exams AND STAY AWAY from this book. Shame on Arnot.
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