The Mcdougall Program For A Healthy Heart

"This pioneering book by Dr. John A. McDougall, founder of the nationally renowned McDougall Program, addresses ways to combat the number one killer of Americans today - heart disease. At St. Helena Hospital in the Napa Valley of California, Dr. McDougall teaches cardiac patients a revolutionary new way of living that frees them from fear of future heart attacks and allows them to lead healthy lives. Now he offers readers the same breakthrough advice that thousands of people have learned through his clinical practice." "Combining step-by-step diet, exercise, and lifestyle recommendations, it is designed to bring about dramatic health improvements in less than two weeks. A lifesaver for patients who have already suffered a heart attack or been diagnosed with heart disease, it is equally valuable as an authoritative guide to prevention."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Based on a unique low-fat, low-protein, high-carbohydrate diet, this guide combines sound nutrition with sensible exercise in a complete and natural lifestyle plan that covers every aspect of women's wellness.

In what promises to be the trial of the century, attorney-turned-author James Henderson indicts the medical/industrial cartel now dominating modern drug-based medicine for trading the health of millions of Americans for dollars. In the brilliant and intriguing setting of a jury trial the author enrolls We the People of America into a vast national jury to pass judgment on modern pharmaceutical medicine for cunningly treating chronic degenerative diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetesAmericas leading killersby merely seeking to manage the symptoms of these diseases, not even attempting to cure them. Drug-based medicine has become big business. It thrives on sickness. It dares not cure the patient or the money pipe-line dries up. The price tag? Overt two trillion dollars annually and climbing. And America is getting sicker by the day. Author James Henderson offers the proven testimonies of eminent nutritional physicians and medical geniuses who have turned their backs on this criminal monopoly. These brave souls have risked their careers to blow the whistle on the drugging of America. In this court of public opinion, if we, the jury, cannot discern the truth, what hope is there for justice? Or for medical freedom in America? Will We the People make a decision before its too late? Read Indicted! and decide for yourself.

More women between the ages of 44 and 65 die of heart disease than from all types of cancer combined. "Her Healthy Heart" provides detailed information on how women can reduce their risk of heart disease by making changes in diet, increasing physical activity, and managing stress.

As featured in the book and movie Forks Over Knives, the bestselling author of The Starch Solution and The Healthiest Diet on the Planet returns with over 300 recipes that can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. The perfect gift for the busy and health-conscious chef! By greatly simplifying the work involved in preparing healthy, whole food, exciting meals, bestselling authors Dr. John McDougall and Mary McDougall continue to build upon the success of their acclaimed, low-fat and plant-based McDougall Program books. In this latest edition, they share their secrets for lowering cholesterol, alleviating allergies, and dramatically reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, and diabetes with food that is irresistible to the whole family. Featuring over 300 recipes (including healthy Mediterranean diet recipes) that can be prepared in fifteen minutes or less, The McDougall Quick and Easy Cookbook is the busy person's answer to eating right. Discover shopping tips and cooking hints to save time, reduce fat, and make great-tasting meals. Learn the viable egg and dairy replacements to eliminate fat, cholesterol, and animal protein from your diet. And refer to the updated "McDougall-Okayed Packaged and Canned Products" list. The economical, fast, and innovative recipes in The McDougall Quick and Easy Cookbook help make good health and longer life easier than ever to achieve.

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Vegan Living, Second Edition, explains the many benefits and dispels the myths that stand between readers and a healthy vegan lifestyle, showing an easy way to adopt veganism as a lifestyle, including: Tips for transitioning your diet, body, and belongings to a vegan lifestyle in small steps. Easy ways to get the protein, calcium, and other nutrients the body needs without consuming meat or dairy. The benefits of raw foods and how to get more of them into the diet. Vegan nutrition for expectant mothers. How to peacefully coexist with non-vegan family members at mealtimes, holidays, and when dining out. How to stock a vegan pantry and substitute vegan ingredients in favorite recipes. How to be an informed, conscious vegan consumer of food, clothing, and personal care products. The book also includes more than 50 completely updated vegan recipes for every meal of the day.

Pick up that bread! This doctor-approved method lets you keep the carbs and lose the pounds! “The Starch Solution is one of the most important books ever written on healthy eating.”—John P. Mackey, co-CEO and director of Whole Foods Market, Inc. Fear of the almighty carb has taken over the diet industry for the past few decades—from Atkins to Dukan—even the mere mention of a starch-heavy food is enough to trigger an avalanche of shame and longing. But the truth is, carbs are not the enemy! Bestselling author John A. McDougall and his kitchen-savvy wife, Mary, prove that a starch-rich diet can actually help you attain your weight loss goals, prevent a variety of ills, and even cure common diseases. By fueling your body primarily with carbohydrates rather than proteins and fats, you will feel satisfied, boost energy, and look and feel your best. Based on the latest scientific research, this easy-to-follow plan teaches you what to eat and what to avoid, how to make healthy swaps for your favorite foods, and smart choices when dining out. Including a 7-Day Sure-Start Plan, helpful weekly menu planner, and nearly 100 delicious, affordable recipes, The Starch Solution is a groundbreaking program that will help you shed pounds, improve your health, save money, and change your life.

This wide-ranging encyclopedia addresses our rapidly changing understanding of health and wellness, providing a collection of essays that are up-to-date and comprehensive in both scope and breadth. Encyclopedia of Wellness: From Açaí Berry to Yo-Yo Dieting offers expert advice to anyone seeking information on a condition or illness. More than that, however, this three-volume resource is a compendium of practical information on how to reduce poor health choices and live a healthy, active, vibrant life. A source of basic, easily understandable entries on health and wellness, the encyclopedia covers an extraordinarily broad array of health-related topics including acupuncture, art therapy, biofeedback, food additives, nutrition labels, organic foods, and workplace wellness. Bulimia is covered, as are depression, autism, cancer, and environmental hazards. Essays examine issues related to healthy living for the mind and the body, stressing the importance of the mind-body connection to good health. Information is also offered on practical concerns such as medical savings accounts, changes in medical insurance, and the U.S. health care system. Throughout, the encyclopedia presents knowledge gleaned from new research on treatment and especially on choices in nutrition and exercise.