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Summary: achieve optimal health
Review: I have been living as a natural hygienist for the past 35 years.I suffered from severe migraines through my teenage years and after learning about natural hygiene from Dr. Burton in Australia in 1966 I changed my diet and lifestyle and have'nt suffered from them since.My wife recovered from asthma and my father from severe mental depression never to recurr again.Dr Fuhrman's book shows how disease may be overcome permanently.I highly recommend it.
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Summary: The ultimate book that covers every part of fasting & health
Review: I have read every book I can find on fasting. This book is by far the best resource on fasting and proper eating than any other book I can find concerning this subject. This book has all their medical information backed up with references. I personally have followed their advice and have lost 26 pounds in 24 days and never felt better. Don't pass up this book unless you're not serious about fasting or losing weight.
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Summary: a book that points out north american society is insane
Review: I have to stop and think a lot about the information Dr. Fuhrman presents because what our modern medical system is doing makes no sense at all. The section on heart disease is very thorough and enlightening. Why are we so stupid as to not follow nature's way to heal ???????
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Summary: a great motivator!
Review: I love to eat and never thought I could go on a strict water fast but this book changed that. It motivated me to go on my first three day fast. I read the book primarily to discover if I could go on a fast with my medical problems. I have controlled type II diabetes and I also take medication for schizophrenia. In addition, I take vitamin and mineral supplements. The author explained that I could go on a fast and why avoiding supplements was important during a fast. He briefly states that fasting can improve certain autoimmune conditions like fibromyalgia, skin disorders, and other diseases.I was mostly interested in how to fast, how to break a fast properly, and what physical symptoms to expect during a fast. I did feel some hunger during the first day but that went away when I drank water. I did not feel any hunger on the second or third day but I did miss the sensation of eating and tasting food. I felt just fine with no headaches or lightheadedness. I plan on going on my second three day fast in a couple months. By summer of next year, I hope to go on a seven to ten day fast, with a doctor's supervision. You do not have to be supervised on a short three day fast but he does advise medical supervision for longer fasts. He also provides addresses and resources for medical professionals to receive training supervising patients on fasts. He explains that even a thin person can fast safely. Dr. Fuhrman also advises that you eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables and avoid junk food, especially sodas. I rarely give a book five stars but this one deserves it.
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Summary: I love this book
Review: I trully love this book .I agree with one of the cover reviews that book should be given to anyone we love .Personally I have no power to fast longer then 2,5 days , but I'am fasting this long every month . So many of my small defects and diseases disapeared .I am 43 and I'am in the best shape of my life .This book can change your life . It is sad haw many people know nothing about this subject . There are not too many people I can took about this book . Thank you doctor . You are my trully doctor and only one!!! Please send me some other good book recomendations about fasting and proper diet . Thanks
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Summary: A must read by anyone who cares to improve quality of life.
Review: I was overweight, plagued with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high tryglicerides and diabetic. Treatments by some of the "best" physicians (with medication) in Israel and in California resulted in no significant improvement. Three years ago I started to do my own research and got across Dr. Fuhrman's book. Well written to be understood by layman and with scientific evidence. Since applying Dr. Fuhrman's recommendations, I lost 70 pounds in 5 months (the first 40 in 6 weeks). All indicators went back to better than normal after two weeks into the program. I later experienced 20 days fast. It was the best experience in my life. Since then, I bought more than 3 dozens of the book and gave it to everyone I care about. This book is my new bible. It is a great reading material for understanding and reinforcement. If practiced by everyone, physicians' rows will be cut by 90%. Not to be missed if you serious about your health, your well being and those around you.
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Summary: A must read by anyone who cares to improve quality of life.
Review: I was overweight, plagued with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high tryglicerides and diabetic. Treatments by some of the "best" physicians (with medication) in Israel and in California resulted in no significant improvement. Three years ago I started to do my own research and got across Dr. Fuhrman's book. Well written to be understood by layman and with scientific evidence. Since applying Dr. Fuhrman's recommendations, I lost 70 pounds in 5 months (the first 40 in 6 weeks). All indicators went back to better than normal after two weeks into the program. I later experienced 20 days fast. It was the best experience in my life. Since then, I bought more than 3 dozens of the book and gave it to everyone I care about. This book is my new bible. It is a great reading material for understanding and reinforcement. If practiced by everyone, physicians' rows will be cut by 90%. Not to be missed if you serious about your health, your well being and those around you.
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Summary: Highly recommended for those seeking better health.
Review: If you have ever suspected that the human body is able to reach ever better health, and that our lifestyles might just be the root of our problems, then this book is a must read. Dr. Fuhrman sets out in simple terms the path to better health, without the pills and surgery so over-used in traditional medical practices. An easy read that can change your attitude toward the source of health.
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Summary: THIS IS THE THINKING PERSON'S GUIDE TO OPTIMUM HEALTH!
Review: In March of 1999 my 40 year old wife was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I had read Dr. Fuhrman's book a year before and remembered that this disease could be treated with fasting. I read the book again and then convinced my wife to read it. We were seeing a rheumatologist after the initial diagnosis who only offered up the conventional remedies such as prednisone. When I asked this doctor about a therapeutic fast she thought I had lost my mind. My wife tried drug therapy for about two weeks and then decided that we had nothing to lose but a few pounds! She weened herself from prednisone and the pain came roaring back. She made arrangements to fast at Dr. Furhman's clinic and did so for 12 days. The pain and symptoms are gone! This book has changed our lives. Life is about common sense and making the right choices! I'm just glad that I made the choice to read this book! God has blessed us.
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Summary: Excellent coverage by a medical doctor
Review: It is so good to read a medical doctor with an opinion that isn't potentially physically damaging to the human body. I learned a lot about the cycle of disease created by my dietary habits, and much made sense, including why my own sporadic attempts at recommended low-fat dieting hasn't worked for weight loss or improved health. This book was certainly an eye-opener. What I felt was lacking, however, was a "How To" guide. I wanted more information on how to fast, and, since the brunt of the book focused on good eating habits, a How-To on what to eat. Heartily recommended reading.
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