The Cortisol Connection: Why Stress Makes You Fat and Ruins Your Health - And What You Can Do About It

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Summary: Expertly Researched and Written
Review: As a clinical psychologist, I've studied the subject of cortisol and how it affects weight loss and multiple other health-related aspects. Beyond a doubt, this is the definitive work on the subject. Dr. Talbott is ahead of the curve with his research and perspective. If, as a consumer, you are interested in the "facts" about cortisol and how it can help you to lose weight and maintain good health, this book is mandatory reading!

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Summary: Great info!
Review: As a nutrition profession I found this book very practical, well-written, and easy to follow. I have also found it useful for several of my patients! Great job! Thanks!

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Summary: A Cutting-Edge Theory Backed by Real Science
Review: As a researcher and author in the field of alternative health, I found this book is a leader in proposing and substantiating an important theory of disease and healing. Stress- it is almost impossible to escape in our busy lifestyles, and finally the firm link to how it is degrading our health has been revealed. Dr. Talbott has gift for pulling together hard science and condensing it into the bigger picture that is easy and fun to read. I recommend it for anyone who is interested in health, stress, and the mind/body connection. This book is responsible for a truely groundbreaking theory that will spawn much discussion among health-care professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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Summary: Why a perfect diet doesn't always mean perfect results.
Review: As an owner of a metabolism and body composition lab, I have seen some people who just can't seem to get results equal to the efforts put forth. After chalking my own slow metabolism up to genetics, I had a major blood panel and hormone panel done. I found that my Cortisol level was very high and with some research I found this book. Wow! What an eye opener. Dr. Talbot explains exactly why stress will defeat your efforts with fat loss and even why your energy levels are zapped. He also has a sensible plan to manage it and get your body and health back on track.

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Summary: awesome new way to control health exposed
Review: Dr T. did an awesome job of explaining everything to a T and motivating me to get after it. His profound knowledge shines through every single page...I cannot wait to apply the cortisol-suppression concept to my everyday life!!



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Summary: Cortisol
Review: Filled with very useful information for those concerned about stress and biochemical balances. I found it to be very practical, well-written, provides clear
anti-stress solutions.

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Summary: Read This Book!
Review: GREAT BOOK! The Cortisol Connection can do a great deal to help you understand WHY cortisol-control is good for your long-term health, but also HOW to approach cortisol-control using diet and lifestyle. It makes a complicated topic easy to understand. As a nutritionist, I know that people who suffer from chronic stress often are also suffering from lifestyle related diseases (obseity, diabetes, hypertension, depession, and osteoporosis) which now may be linked to the detrimental effects of unhealthy cortisol levels. The Cortisol Connection gives details on diets, exercise and supplements that have been shown to control cortisol levels and promote optimal health (Dr. Talbott's SENSE program). If you have stress, you need this book!

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Summary: why recommend a brand name?
Review: I have not read this book - my comment is concerning one of the other reviews that states he recommends 'Cortislim.' Why does the Dr. recommend "Cortislim", a brand name product that contains the active ingredient and coritsol blocker 'phosphatidylserine'? Phosphatidylserine can be purchased at a health food store for 1/3 the cost of Cortislim, Propolene, Relacore or any other of those cortisol blocking weight loss products. Just wondering....

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Summary: So, now what do I do????
Review: I knew that stress killed, but makes you fat too! Ouch! This book now shares space with all the mind/body/spirit books I use in counseling. Also check out Sarno's back pain books and "A More Excellent Way" by Henry Wright. These books will help you "Take your peace".

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Summary: So, now what do I do????
Review: I knew that stress killed, but makes you fat too! Ouch! This book now shares space with all the mind/body/spirit books I use in counseling. Also check out Sarno's back pain books and "A More Excellent Way" by Henry Wright. These books will help you "Take your peace".