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Summary: I finally found the answer!
Review: After about 50 years of being on one diet or another, losing a lot of weight quickly and then regaining it all plus some when I attempted maintenance, I found the answer for me! When I read The Sugar Addict's Total Recovery Program, I saw myself on almost every page. For a long time I have known that if I have any sugar in my body I just crave more and more. Now I found out why and what to do about it.Dr. DesMaisons gives a very clear step by step guide to changing your eating habits. I now eat better than I ever have in my life - more balanced meals and my body is slowly coming into balance. As an added benefit, I am losing weight slowly and steadily! I highly recommend this book to anyone who even thinks they may be sensitive to sugar. Dr. DesMaisons writing style is personal and easy to understand. This book has changed attitude toward food and I now enjoy my healthy, balanced meals!
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Summary: Works For Me
Review: Dr. DesMaisons takes complicated information and makes it easy for the non-scientist to understand. I applied her seven step program to my life and the changes are wonderful. I've also lost 55 pounds
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Summary: Do the maths..... read this book.
Review: I can see clearly now the "sugar fog" has gone..... No more erratic mood swings, no longer do I feel like my life is spiralling out of control, with the help of this book I've managed to get my life back on track.
After facing up to my problem in August of this year, I sought refuge in this book and what a wise move it turned out to be. I've always thought of myself as a healthy eater who maybe on occasions indulged in the odd overt sugar fix, but for a month this summer I seemed to lose control of my habit. "Addict" is by no means too stronger term to use, I simply couldn't get through the day without fixes after, in-between and sometimes even during my meals. Cut down, cut down I told myself.... Easier said than done.
This book has simply turned my life around. It's given me focus, more energy, saved me money and even, so im told improved my performance in the bedroom. If there is anybody reading this review who feels that sugar is getting the better of them please, please, please read this book.
Goodbye sugar lows, Hello Mr independent!
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Summary: A Hands On Practical Guide for Addressing Sugar Sensitivity
Review: I had been following Dr. DesMaisons' plan for nutrtional healing of sugar sensitivity as outlined in her previous book, Potatoes Not Prozac, for a year and a half. And I have been aware of the research she continues to do to help people who come from places of pain and shame surrounding issues of addiction. Her warmth, compassion and dedication to carrying a message of hope has touched and inspired me. This new book is a wonderful hands on, practical guide that addresses all the details and questions people might have for implementing a revolutionary new way of addressing addiction related to sugar sensitivity. Gathered from her own personal experiences as well as those of the global community that has grown in support of each other, she offers us menus, shopping lists, recipes and practical tips to guide us in ways to heal our biochemistry through food. All who have experienced the feeling of hopelessness surrounding addiction, who are looking for a solution that works, will find simple tools in this book to help reestablish their physical, mental and emotional well being. Bravo, Dr. DesMaisons! This is a 'keep it with me all the time' guide to the serenity, sanity and radiance that has eluded me because of addiction.
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Summary: This book can change your life.
Review: I've read *all* the books and tried so many "diets," but never found one single program that was able to make a lasting difference in my life and weight. This book builds on the science explained in Dr. Des Maisons's first book, Potatoes Not Prozac, which helped me to understand that weight gain (and depression) WAS NOT MY FAULT, but rather a function of my sugar-sensitive biochemistry. That realization was key to 80 pounds of weightloss (and counting) and the kind of centeredness, confidence and happiness I haven't known since childhood.
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Summary: Not as good as her book on potatoes, but okay....
Review: In THE SUGAR ADDICT'S TOTAL RECOVERY, Kathleen DesMaisons elaborates on material found in her earlier book POTATOES NOT PROZAC. DesMaisons is an expert on addictive nutrition. Many people who eat sugar impulsively may have an addiction problem. Sugar can be found in everything from alcohol to apples. DesMaisons earlier book discussed the science underlying her claim that the serotonin level in the brain is a major factor in depression and other disfunctional behavior. In this book, she reinforces her earlier findings and elaborates further. Her approach will appeal to those familiar with 12-step recovery programs. Additional information in SATR includes: 1) a Q&A where DesMaisons futher elaborates on eating potatoes (why it is a good idea before bedtime); 2) a small section of recipes; and, 3) an extended list of covert sugars. DesMaisons says it's not just overt sugars that can be a problem. Covert sugars have been added to most processed foods and can be a major issue. Did you know that eating low-fat ice cream may be worse than eating regular ice cream? The lo-fat kind relies on sugar to give you the smooth texture provided by fat in the cream kind. I have found DesMaisons books very helpful because I have been following the INSULIN RESISTANCE DIET advocated by Hart and Grossman, and DesMaisons books nicely complement their work. Getting sugar consumption under control and lowering my insulin resistance has been a major factor in my improved health. I am 61, just had my physical and my sugar is perfect (from diet and exercise alone)-and I am related to dozens of diabetics.
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Summary: Not as good as her book on potatoes, but okay....
Review: In THE SUGAR ADDICT'S TOTAL RECOVERY, Kathleen DesMaisons elaborates on material found in her earlier book POTATOES NOT PROZAC. DesMaisons is an expert on addictive nutrition. Many people who eat sugar impulsively may have an addiction problem. Sugar can be found in everything from alcohol to apples. DesMaisons earlier book discussed the science underlying her claim that the serotonin level in the brain is a major factor in depression and other disfunctional behavior. In this book, she reinforces her earlier findings and elaborates further. Her approach will appeal to those familiar with 12-step recovery programs. Additional information in SATR includes: 1) a Q&A where DesMaisons futher elaborates on eating potatoes (why it is a good idea before bedtime); 2) a small section of recipes; and, 3) an extended list of covert sugars. DesMaisons says it's not just overt sugars that can be a problem. Covert sugars have been added to most processed foods and can be a major issue. Did you know that eating low-fat ice cream may be worse than eating regular ice cream? The lo-fat kind relies on sugar to give you the smooth texture provided by fat in the cream kind. I have found DesMaisons books very helpful because I have been following the INSULIN RESISTANCE DIET advocated by Hart and Grossman, and DesMaisons books nicely complement their work. Getting sugar consumption under control and lowering my insulin resistance has been a major factor in my improved health. I am 61, just had my physical and my sugar is perfect (from diet and exercise alone)-and I am related to dozens of diabetics.
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Summary: Everyone should read this book
Review: Kathleen DesMaisons provides us with a step-by-step program that works, when no other program will. In a world of unsuccessful quick fixes, Kathleen teaches us how to eat right, feel great and get a life that is not dictated by what we eat. If you have struggled with moodiness, weight gain and a sense of hopelessness, this book will change your life, like is has mine. The on-line community that goes with her program provides amazing support. Check out the book, the program and the community.
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Summary: At last, someone who understands.....
Review: Kathleen has done lots of research on the subject of food and addicition. At last, someone has an answer to a problem that has haunted me for years! I'm following her seven steps and the impact is amazing! My thinking is clearer, my cravings for bread, pastas and potatoes are gone. I am, at last, in control of what I eat, and understand my body better. Her food journal is a must to help discover what foods trigger me, and those that help me face each day stronger.
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Summary: Finally, A Plan That Makes Sense
Review: This book explains why we can't stay on any food plan. It helps you decide if you are sugar sensitive and gives you 7 easy steps to overcome your addiction and loose weight.
Overall, it's a great feel-good type of book. Just like my new beverage of choice called s o y f e e. It's made from soybeans that you brew just like coffee. Caffeine-free, you'll find it at www. S oycoffee.com.
Controlling your sugar addiction will help with depression and Dr. DesMaison explains all of this and more. This book has changed my whole life!!
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