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Summary: Too superficial to be worthwhile
Review: Name a topic. ANY topic. Type that into a search engine, and you can learn far more in a few minutes than you can from Dr. Edell's superficial treatment of too many topics in this book. Edell is a generalist, not a specialist. As such, he knows a little about almost everything, and evidently not much about anything. In fact, Dr. Edell seems to possess a gift for superficiality. (Perhaps because he has been doing his radio show for so long, since radio hosts generally tend to gloss over topics to "keep the show moving.") I've read similar books of equal length by other authors, and even though they covered just as many (or more) topics as Edell did, they managed to convey some useful, in-depth information. Dr. Edell seems to have difficulty expressing himself concisely, which explains why he can say so little in so much space.This book will likely sell well because Edell is famous and has a radio show in which he can, and does, frequently plug the book. If he were an unknown doctor, few people would read this book, and even fewer would like it. Many of you Dr. Edell fans will undoubtedly give this book five stars and rave about how good it is, not because the book is truly good (to think that, you'd have to be delusional or oblivious to other books that do a MUCH better job of educating readers), but because you like Dr. Edell. Well, so do I, because his radio show is, despite its equal superficiality, more palatable than other programs in that time slot. I purchased this book thinking that it would give Dr. Edell a forum to discuss things in more depth than he can on radio. Obviously, I was very disappointed. Edell is clearly more interested in selling books than taking the time to write something that is worthwhile to read.
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Summary: Clear, topical, organized well, and witty - very useful
Review: There are several things I really like about this book: 1) To me the most important thing is that this book is not sensationalistic or seeking to palm of unproven treatments for this or that. Dr. Edell seeks to give sound medical advice in a commonsense manner that is based on science rather than anecdote or wish. 2) The style of the book is in a tried and true question and answer format. The questions are relevant to people's present concerns and the answers are to the point, clear, and at times quite witty which adds to the enjoyment of reading the book. There are also little side boxes throughout the book that bust various myths or provide quick insights into topics in the popular media. 3) It is organized in sections that make finding what you are interested in reading about easy to find. 4) The book is loaded with websites and places to go for further sound information on various topics. I am a person that thinks most of what is written about health should be shredded and recycled as soon as possible and preferably not printed in the first place. However, this is a terrific book that I would gladly hand to anyone looking to read about any of the topics it includes. You will have to make your own conclusions about the advice Dr. Edell gives, but I found this book to be useful and convincing.
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Summary: Clear, topical, organized well, and witty - very useful
Review: There are several things I really like about this book: 1) To me the most important thing is that this book is not sensationalistic or seeking to palm of unproven treatments for this or that. Dr. Edell seeks to give sound medical advice in a commonsense manner that is based on science rather than anecdote or wish. 2) The style of the book is in a tried and true question and answer format. The questions are relevant to people's present concerns and the answers are to the point, clear, and at times quite witty which adds to the enjoyment of reading the book. There are also little side boxes throughout the book that bust various myths or provide quick insights into topics in the popular media. 3) It is organized in sections that make finding what you are interested in reading about easy to find. 4) The book is loaded with websites and places to go for further sound information on various topics. I am a person that thinks most of what is written about health should be shredded and recycled as soon as possible and preferably not printed in the first place. However, this is a terrific book that I would gladly hand to anyone looking to read about any of the topics it includes. You will have to make your own conclusions about the advice Dr. Edell gives, but I found this book to be useful and convincing.
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Summary: Great Health Care Question and Answer Book For All
Review: This brand new book written by Dr. Dean Edell contains a wealth of health care and related information of value to all. Dr. Edell has been a "regular" on numerous programs for years. The book is written in a convenient question and answer format. Topics range from weight, diets, sex, children, infections, Botox and much, much more in its nearly 600 pages. You'll find out where to obtain useful information and what info to discard. Many additonal resources are provided by Dr. Edell. This is an inexpensive book you'll refer to for years, and maybe will help you avoid buying useless cures, and maybe avoid an unnecessary trip to the doctor. Well worth the money.
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Summary: Great Health Care Question and Answer Book For All
Review: This brand new book written by Dr. Dean Edell contains a wealth of health care and related information of value to all. Dr. Edell has been a "regular" on numerous programs for years. The book is written in a convenient question and answer format. Topics range from weight, diets, sex, children, infections, Botox and much, much more in its nearly 600 pages. You'll find out where to obtain useful information and what info to discard. Many additonal resources are provided by Dr. Edell. This is an inexpensive book you'll refer to for years, and maybe will help you avoid buying useless cures, and maybe avoid an unnecessary trip to the doctor. Well worth the money.
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Summary: Keep it handy
Review: This is the first book of its kind I've owned, and I find that if I keep it handy, I frequently pick it up during commercials when I'm watching the news or a movie. Invariably, I come upon some helpful tidbit of healthful information that will serve my family well or maybe do nothing more than satisfy my curiosity. With its simple, to the point format, looking up specifics is easy and quick.
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Summary: Great health Q&A book
Review: You know how most health books are a snore? Well, this one's informative AND entertaining. I enjoy Dr. Dean's radio show and this book has all the health questions that pique my interest when I'm listening. A good candidate for a permanent spot on the bookshelf and I'll refer to it often.
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