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Summary: Brilliant Simplicity
Review: Dr. Moore has "simplified" a complex and large amount of scientific research on hypertension to the point where any and all readers --- regardless of their present health --- would benefit. As a diabetic for over 17 years, I incorporated Dr. Moore's thoughtful and carefully presented findings into my diet plan, and within 3 months acheived the best blood pressure readings of my life --- 114/72 and 116/69. I give this book my highest possible recommendation; I am sure that anyone on the planet who reads it could benefit from it. Bravo!
Frank Harritt
Type 2 Diabetic since 1987
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Summary: Basic Sensible Advice
Review: For the science portion of this book, I would give it a solid 4 stars. The author spends a good amount of time showing how several minerals work with your body's cells to keep your body functioning well. He has various studies to back his claims, and has a reasonable basis for his elemental potassium to sodium ratio. A few flaws in his studies...he mentions primitive people diets in terms of hunter/gatherer, but uses farming communities as proof. He also chooses to ignore that the majority of hunter/gather societies relied far more on proteins and fats than carbohydrates (mentions Eskimos as proof, but fails to acknowledge that they didn't get any carbs in their diet; also seems unaware of Pemmican which was a staple diet of the healthy, long-lived Plains Indians - 50/50 fat/meat). Fortunately, it doesn't deter from the end solution.However, the action plan would only garner 2 stars. While he is anti-establishment in terms of treating blood pressure, he falls right in line with the establishment in terms of dietary recommendations (either vegetarian or near vegetarian and an extreme phobia of fats) despite the fact that many other scientists have proven that fat is perfectly fine for you (check out Dr. Ellis's Ultimate Diet Secrets for a good summary of the various studies that prove low-carb diets are perfectly healthy)...even going so far to recommend an extreme reduction in fat so you won't gain weight (extremely funny to me since I've lost 20 pounds in the last 2 months on a low carb / high fat diet). The most important thing that could be included in his book are tables showing the potassium levels in foods, but it is rather sparse. Further, he cooks his book a bit by purposefully highlighting vegetables and fruits, despite the fact that all unprocessed meats meet his criteria to lower blood pressure. For some people, I think it would have also been appropriate to at least examine supplements. Overall, there is enough information in this book to solve your blood pressure problems (I've reduced my blood pressure by 20 mmHg systolic and diastolic - and still on a low-carb diet). Too bad he chooses to push his vegetarian agenda instead of providing solid alternatives.
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Summary: Good science, poor program...
Review: For the science portion of this book, I would give it a solid 4 stars. The author spends a good amount of time showing how several minerals work with your body's cells to keep your body functioning well. He has various studies to back his claims, and has a reasonable basis for his elemental potassium to sodium ratio. A few flaws in his studies...he mentions primitive people diets in terms of hunter/gatherer, but uses farming communities as proof. He also chooses to ignore that the majority of hunter/gather societies relied far more on proteins and fats than carbohydrates (mentions Eskimos as proof, but fails to acknowledge that they didn't get any carbs in their diet; also seems unaware of Pemmican which was a staple diet of the healthy, long-lived Plains Indians - 50/50 fat/meat). Fortunately, it doesn't deter from the end solution. However, the action plan would only garner 2 stars. While he is anti-establishment in terms of treating blood pressure, he falls right in line with the establishment in terms of dietary recommendations (either vegetarian or near vegetarian and an extreme phobia of fats) despite the fact that many other scientists have proven that fat is perfectly fine for you (check out Dr. Ellis's Ultimate Diet Secrets for a good summary of the various studies that prove low-carb diets are perfectly healthy)...even going so far to recommend an extreme reduction in fat so you won't gain weight (extremely funny to me since I've lost 20 pounds in the last 2 months on a low carb / high fat diet). The most important thing that could be included in his book are tables showing the potassium levels in foods, but it is rather sparse. Further, he cooks his book a bit by purposefully highlighting vegetables and fruits, despite the fact that all unprocessed meats meet his criteria to lower blood pressure. For some people, I think it would have also been appropriate to at least examine supplements. Overall, there is enough information in this book to solve your blood pressure problems (I've reduced my blood pressure by 20 mmHg systolic and diastolic - and still on a low-carb diet). Too bad he chooses to push his vegetarian agenda instead of providing solid alternatives.
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Summary: Helped me immediately
Review: I had been in Stage 3 Hypertension for at least 6 months and was given a Beta Blocker to lower my Blood Pressure. When I read this book, I stopped taking the Beta Blocker and followed the nutritional quidelines in this book, plus starting taking a Potassium tablet in the morning and the evening. I immediately started feeling better and was able to sleep at night, which was in itself a great relief. This treatment does not cost anything and really works quickly and well. I strongly endorse it! I think it is the right way to treat this disease.
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Summary: Helped me immediately
Review: I had been in Stage 3 Hypertension for at least 6 months and was given a Beta Blocker to lower my Blood Pressure. When I read this book, I stopped taking the Beta Blocker and followed the nutritional quidelines in this book, plus starting taking a Potassium tablet in the morning and the evening. I immediately started feeling better and was able to sleep at night, which was in itself a great relief. This treatment does not cost anything and really works quickly and well. I strongly endorse it! I think it is the right way to treat this disease.
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Summary: This book changed everything!
Review: I was 36 when I was diagnosed with hypertension and for the past 3.5 years I have struggled to keep my blood pressure under control. I've taken several different medications, many in combination but nothing really seemed to drop my readings below 140/95. A couple of months ago my doctor suggested Lotrel so once again I made a trip to the pharmacy and started taking the new drug---no change. Frustrated, I started a search for alternative medicines/etc. and in my research I came across this book and the K-factor diet. I followed the advice to the letter and within 1 week my readings started to plummet. 3 weeks in, my readings are anywhere from 111/69 to 127/74 and mostly on the lower end. I'll be honest, I did not read the book cover to cover, some of the really detailed sections were a little bit much for me. But I read enough to understand the concepts and apply them to my lifestyle. I now have an appointment with my doctor to start reducing my Lotrel and see if I can get off it altogether. He believes in medications so it will be interesting to see his reaction to there changes. If you are hypertensive, do yourself a favor, buy, beg-for, borrow or steal a copy of this book and follow the advice. You have everything to gain and nothing to lose!
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Summary: A MUST HAVE for those who suffer with Hypertension
Review: The author is a research physican who has years of experience in this field of medicine. He gives the reader both the simple "how to" version for those not interested in the details and wanting to get on with it and a much more technical view without getting marred down with all the bio-chemical data. His advice is both logical and do-able. It is working for me as the high K diet he promotes has lowered my bp by 20 points in both diostolic and systolic readings. A "must have" for those trying to replace bp medicine by eating naturally.
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Summary: hypertension
Review: The book,"The High Blood Pressure Solution: A scientifically
Proven Program" by Richard Moore, M.D.has helped me immensely in
lowering my blood pressure to an acceptable level, both with regard to the use of salt in one's diet and discussing the latest
drugs on the market that control high blood pressure.
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Summary: Excellent Guide for Understanding High Blood Pressure
Review: This book covers it all. If you want to know what causes high blood pressure, it explains it. If you want to know the supporting research, it is there. And if you just want a logical approach to improving your health, this is it. Practical approaches to life style changes that will show immediate results. Take charge of your health, diet, and lifestyle. This book tells you how and why. Easy reading with a great introduction to guide you easily through the chapters. Everyone should read this.
Rating:
Summary: Excellent Guide for Understanding High Blood Pressure
Review: This book covers it all. If you want to know what causes high blood pressure, it explains it. If you want to know the supporting research, it is there. And if you just want a logical approach to improving your health, this is it. Practical approaches to life style changes that will show immediate results. Take charge of your health, diet, and lifestyle. This book tells you how and why. Easy reading with a great introduction to guide you easily through the chapters. Everyone should read this.
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