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Food for Life: How the New Four Food Groups Can Save Your Life [Kindle Edition]

Neal Barnard Md
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)

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Citing overwhelming medical evidence previously downplayed by powerful lobby groups, Dr. Barnard reveals why a diet based on the new four food groups (grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits) will sharply decrease the risk of cancer and heart disease and dramatically increase life expectancy. He also unveils a 21-day program for a smooth transition to the new way of eating healthfully. Line drawings.


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Vegetarianism is growing in this country, and the new food pyramid released by the Department of Agriculture has attracted media coverage. Barnard (medicine, George Washington Univ.) suggests his own food groups, which are grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes. Dean Ornish ( Eat More, Weigh Less, LJ 6/1/93) provides an introduction, but Barnard goes further than Ornish in advocating a complete vegan diet. He also goes further than Gene Spiller's The Superpyramid Eating Program ( LJ 3/15/93) in his claims for the health benefits of such a diet. While Barnard discusses the reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, obesity, and the danger of free radicals, he also mentions the likely effects of diet on balding, hormones and sexual function, early puberty, and general aging. Extensive chapter notes back up most assertions, with a few supported anecdotally. The recipes, though quick and easy to prepare, offer complex and delicious flavors and textures. This is recommended for collections on popular health and nutrition.
- Carol Cubberley, Univ. of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Citing overwhelming medical evidence previously downplayed by powerful lobby groups, Dr. Barnard reveals why a diet based on the new four food groups (grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits) will sharply decrease the risk of cancer and heart disease and dramatically increase life expectancy. He also unveils a 21-day program for a smooth transition to the new way of eating healthfully. Line drawings.

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  • File Size: 873 KB
  • Print Length: 368 pages
  • Publisher: Harmony (February 23, 2011)
  • Sold by: Random House Digital, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B004FGMD82
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This book is very informative. Allison  |  8 reviewers made a similar statement
I wish I had read this book sooner. Snowflake  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
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74 of 76 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Very enlightening and well-documented November 2, 2000
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This was a great book at exposing the dangers of eating meat and dairy. Dr. Barnard's more recent books like Foods That Fight Pain are also highly recommended. A less than 10% fat diet is great for those who want to lose weight and keep it off, but for those who just want to switch to a vegan diet without losing weight, you may want to include a little olive oil or nuts. A little more fat also may help if your skin gets dry. The research on dairy products is shocking, you may wonder why most doctors and nutritionists keep ignoring the negative research on dairy. I have been a vegan for a couple of years now and feel better than ever. Just think of all of the varieties of fresh fruits, vegetables, various whole grains, variety of different beans, and different types of nuts available. Soy products are not necessary(I can't remember the last time I ate soy), so don't hesitate to buy this book based on that. Read the book about info regarding vitamin B-12 and vitamin D. Highly recommended.
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60 of 61 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly a Life Style/Not a Diet Fad March 19, 2000
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
If you could only have one book for diet related information, this is the one to have. My original purchase of the book was seven years ago when I needed help eating balanced meals while learning to become a vegetarian. This book has it all from nutritional needs for different stages of life, meal planning, great recipes and even fast food alternatives and special needs due to various illnesses. I recently purchased my second copy for a friend (so I could get mine back) and she has also found it to be a great reference guide.
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and worth reading! June 22, 2005
By Elayne
Format:Paperback
I just finished reading Dr. Barnard's book and I'm reading it a second time! I found his book informative and explained in easy to understand terms. I think he makes a very good case for reasons not to continue eating a meat-based diet as the effects of a high fat animal diet lead to many of the popular illnesses and diseases we read about today (e.g., diabetes, stroke, heart attack, etc.)

I was not a vegan or vegetarian before reading this book and I know that some reviewers may think there is too much of a vegan agenda, but I would disagree. Plant based diets are a healthy and economical way to live your life. It can be particularly useful if you're trying to lose weight as well as if you are genetically predisposed to certain illnesses by incorporating the new four food groups into your life and possibly preventing or eliminating potential illnesses altogether.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars THE book to guide your nutritional habits
When one day I decided to become heathy and slim (from obese) I stumbled upon this book. It made all the difference in the world. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dan Gerard
4.0 out of 5 stars Good
it is very interesting and very informative. It might help me with losing some weight. I think people should try this book
Published 2 months ago by Sonia Sanchez
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ!
I am so grateful for my friend who recommended this book. It is very informative and easy to read and understand. What Dr. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Snowflake
2.0 out of 5 stars Boring.
I love books about nutrition, but this one could not hold my interest. There is alot of good information in this book, I just did not find it to be an easy read.
Published 5 months ago by Runclimbmama
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
We are working to stay fit and healthy...this book is great! This is the way everyone should be eating, for sure.
Published 6 months ago by robin
5.0 out of 5 stars Food for life
The title says it all! This book explains the relationship between food and health, and includes several easy and tasty recipes. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Susan Lybarger
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
I was given this book for research for an essay. The book was very helpful. It was full of facts and enlightens the need for healthy nutrition.
Published 12 months ago by Flora Easley
5.0 out of 5 stars Food For Life
I LOVE this book! It is going on my reference shelf as soon as I put it down long enough to shelve it! Many Thanks!
Published 12 months ago by Carol Hahn
4.0 out of 5 stars for the health conscious
Very happy with my used item. It was in good condition. Its an excellent book for the health conscious individual. Good value for money and delivery was prompt. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Shaggy
4.0 out of 5 stars Food for Life
Hope this book helps you half as much as it did me!! The new food groups make eating right a whole lot easier! Why did it take so long for someone to make eating right so easy!!
Published 17 months ago by robflips
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