Look Younger, Live Longer: Add 25 to 50 Years to Your Life, Naturally [Paperback]

Bruce Goldberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 8, 2002

Now there's hope for all who desire to turn back time naturally, without the use of drugs or surgery. Scientific studies prove that meditative techniques, including self-hypnosis, can actually increase your body's production of DHEA, a hormone responsible for keeping your immune system strong and your body young. This book gives you a step-by-step plan to reprogram the internal computer that may be aging you prematurely.

Editorial Reviews

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Goldberg, a hypnotherapist, author, and retired dentist, offers a longevity manual with an emphasis on techniques to change one's perceptions and beliefs about aging. In part 1, Goldberg reviews the theories of aging, supported by references to the literature. Part 2 outlines detailed dietary, exercise, behavioral, and lifestyle changes that can preserve a youthful body and mind. All suggestions are common to most alternative health books and are low in cost and relatively simple to follow. The focus of part 2 is the chapter on self-hypnosis, a way of relaxing and setting aside the conscious mind to activate the subconscious mind, usually with suggestions to make desired changes. Step-by-step instructions and scripts are given for helping such conditions as insomnia, anxiety, pain, and the lack of self-confidence. The chapter ends with special self-hypnosis techniques for visual imagery and for specifically slowing down the aging process. Penny Spokes

Review

The concept of reversing the aging process naturally should inspire almost everyone. Who wouldn't want to learn techniques that could significantly alter the bodily changes that are synonymous with growing older? Dr. Goldberg, an alternative medicine practitioner since 1974, introduces the concept of "youthing" which combines meditative techniques including self-hypnosis, with exercise and nutritional analysis, for the end result of living a longer and happier life. While Goldberg points out that scientists estimate humans to have the capability of living to be at least 120 years old, the average age that Americans live today is only 75. This discrepancy can be attributed, according to Goldberg, to simply accepting an outdated theory that getting old is unavoidable and the ravages to our bodies merely a fact of life. Goldberg dispels this belief, insisting that by incorporating a proactive approach to life, high blood pressure, wrinkles, weight problems, heart problems, and many diseases can be prevented. The recurrent tone of this book is upbeat and encouraging. The author's research is extensive, based on gerontology, biochemistry, and genetics. His exercise segment lists calisthenics, weight training, and cardiovascular routines for the reader, and the nutritional segment gives a variety of diets including a Very Low Calorie (VLC) diet which Goldberg believes might help for longevity. The important concept of self-hypnosis is detailed at length, offering the end result of peace and spiritual rejuvenation. A fulfilling book to read for those of us who would like to snub our noses at the idea of getting old. Enjoying each moment of life and utilizing some of the positive approaches to living well listed in this book are far more rewarding ways to live life to the fullest. -- From Independent Publisher

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Product Details

• Paperback: 221 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications; 1st edition (September 8, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567183212
• ISBN-13: 978-1567183214
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,411,871 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #54 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Diets & Weight Loss > Hypnosis for Diets

More About the Author

Dr. Bruce Goldberg is a clinical hypnotherapist who wrote the international best-seller Past Lives, Future Lives, as well as Dream Your Problems Away, Past Lives, Future Lives Revealed, and Spirit Guide Contact Through Hypnosis (all New Page Books). He has appeared on a wide variety of major shows, including Oprah, Regis & Kelly, CBS News, CNN, Art Bell, and many others.

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LOOK YOUNGER, LIVE LONGER, December 18, 2000

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Cassandra Barnes "Cassandra" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Look Younger, Live Longer: Add 25 to 50 Years to Your Life, Naturally (Paperback)

Dr. Bruce Goldberg maintains that disease, not old age, kills people. He says that disease can be prevented, allowing people to live longer and healthier, by strengthening the immune system. His book, Look Younger, Live Longer, presents an array of natural tips for doing just that. The purpose of his book is to present "solid and clinical evidence of what you can and cannot do to look younger and live longer naturally." While his advice can help postpone death, his intent "is to show you how to maintain optimal health for the longest possible period of time."

Dr. Goldberg doesn't offer magic elixirs or tricks to prevent or reverse the effects of aging. He says "your mind is the most powerful weapon in your arsenal against premature aging" and the key to youthfulness lies "in the choices we make many times each day" as to what we eat, drink, and think. Diseases of old age are a result of years of youthful abuse of our bodies, according to Dr. Goldberg, and he presents statistics and case studies to prove his assertions.

His advice for living a long and healthy life includes eating less sugar and processed foods, quitting smoking, and using alcohol in moderation. He writes that "your single biggest physical defense against aging is exercise." He also cites studies showing that pets help their owners live longer and healthier. He says one way to keep your brain younger is take up a hobby.

Look Younger, Live Longer is Dr. Goldberg's fifth book, and is based on his experience with more than 11,000 patients. Readers interested in natural ways to improve their lives and increase their longevity will find his advice informative and practical.

7 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Seeing the Future.. priority One!, January 5, 2000

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Randal (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Look Younger, Live Longer: Add 25 to 50 Years to Your Life, Naturally (Paperback)

With the way things are going nowadays, it seems sometimes that we won't make it throught to tomorrow. This book really gave me hope in whether or not I'll see tomorrow!