Nature's Cancer Fighting Foods [Paperback]

Verne Varona (Author)

Book Description

Release date: June 1, 2001

It's a fact seldom admitted by the medical establishment: chemotherapy and radiation are only about 6% effective in fighting cancer. Prompted by public outcry, research now validates a course of cancer prevention and treatment advocated by specialists in alternative medicine and practiced for centuries in Eastern cultures -- nutritional therapy.

Verne Varona shows how to stop cancer in its tracks -- and even reverse it -- through diet. Backed by the testimony of prominent physicians and inspiring case histories, Varona explains what kind of nourishment works best to enhance immunity and restore vitality -- without sacrificing enjoyment of food. Starting with the basics of smart eating and moving to specifics on the role of antioxidants, phytochemicals, herbs, vitamins, and more in preventing and conquering cancer, he outlines a complete, easy-to-follow program for freedom from a devastating disease -- and improved odds of a long, healthy life.

Aimed to make dietary changes as painless as possible, this welcome resource also features a tantalizing collection of nutritious recipes, helpful shopping and cooking tips, and sensitive advice on eating in restaurants and at social gatherings.

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About the Author

Verne Varona, a certified nutritional counselor, is an acclaimed authority on natural healing. A frequent speaker at health expos and an instructor for The International College of Naturopathy, he has written numerous articles for Natural Health, Whole Life Times, and other publications. The former host of his own radio show, he is a popular media guest on nutrition and health topics. He lives in Los Angeles, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Reward - Penguin Books (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0735201765
• ISBN-13: 978-0735201767
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.1 x 9.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #170,734 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Nutrition > Cancer Prevention

More About the Author

Verne Varona has become known as one of the most energetic and dynamic health educators in the country. During the past thirty-five years, his lectures, workshops and media appearances have motivated thousands of people to take better and more conscious care of their health. His appeal transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation.

As a highly sought after professional speaker, Verne has designed and present programs to universites, Fortune 500 companies, medical groups, educational conferences and professional associations. With a captivating style that uses humor and insight to improve and enrich the lives of many. His keynote speaking and multi-media platform presentations have taken him throughout the US, Europe and the Middle-East. He studied Oriental Medicine and Macrobiotic principles at the East West Foundation of Boston, Massachusetts (1971-1974), from where he holds an Oriental Medicine instruction certificate.

Verne was the nutritional consultant and co-founder of a popular Beverly Hills medical group with a clientele that featured well-known entertainment and sports professionals. With his physician associate, Verne co-created, The ODDS Program (Off Dangerous Drugs Safely); a dietary program designed to reverse pharmaceutical drug dependency such as hypertension and over-the-counter drug dependency with dietary and lifestyle guidelines featured in his published books.

Verne's first book, Nature's Cancer-Fighting Foods (2001--Penguin Books), is a sensible, alternative health plan for cancer and many degenerative diseases. It is continually reprinted and also used as a textbook in a number of academic health and wellness institutions. His second book, Macrobiotics for Dummies (2009--Wiley Publications), is part of the internationally popular Dummies series, and a comprehensive, multi-cultural approach to health and well-being.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

89 of 90 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, Inspiring & Entertaining! January 13, 2004

By Chet Davenport

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I bought this book for a friend with cancer and after reading the preface and first chapter just couldn't put it down! Verne Varona writes with an amazing clarity, insight and entertaining style while demystifing all kinds of nutritional myths. His information about acid and alkaline is the best I've read anywhere and his sugar craving information has allowed me to challenge what was a formidable addiction. It seems like he's taken the best of numerous cultural medicines and combined them into a practical and refreshing melting pot approach. Best of all, after five weeks on this program I feel better than I have in 30 years! I have as much kitchen savvy as kangeroo, but his recipes are easy-to-follow and absolutely delicious. Whether you have cancer, concerned about cancer or just in search of good health, this highly motivating book is a must read for anyone wanting to improve or recover their health. That's my take!

Chet Davenport, Ph.D
Denver, Colorado

65 of 69 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Researched and thought out August 27, 2001

By Linda King

Format:Paperback

Loaded with the latest Research and many years of practical experience, made this book such a beleivable read, a book I can reference and read over and over again, I specifically used a pink highlighter to zoom in on all the important points, which runs rampant without the whole book. If you are a person who wants valid, clear information on how to take care of yourself for the rest of your life whether you have cancer or not, this is the book for you, I healed my cancer fifteen years ago using these principles and there never outdated, like so many diet trends out there!! this is a keeper. Thank you for your hard work, in putting the book together. L.K.

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT October 26, 2008

By Dano Maxwell

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This book is an excellent way to kick start your immune system in the fight against cancer.
You need to follow the special diets religiously. Your LIFE depends on it.
Forget about just beating cancer with Radiation therapy and Chemo. You need to attack cancer from all fronts. Learn as much as you can about YOUR specific type of cancer. Follow a diet like the ones laid out in this book (It's more of an eating lifestyle change), go to a Nutrition therapist if necessary.
There are also medical doctors who have studied alternative therapy and can provide anti-cancer injections.

My sister has stage 4 cancer which spread from her Esophagus to her back and thigh bones. We were devestated and used this book and a doctor who had studied alternative cancer therapy in Switzerland. Her cancer has stopped spreading at last.

VERY GOOD BOOK. VERY HELPFUL. EXCELLENT RESOURCE TO USE ALONG WITH YOUR CONVENTIONAL CANCER TREATMENT.

32 of 35 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Reference Book November 4, 2006

By S. Cotter

Format:Paperback

I purchased this book after a friend passed away from caner (within days of finding out, he was gone). In speaking with some others and doing some internet research, I kept hearing about this book. It seems that our society is really working against us, as most things have caner causing properties in the contents. This book is an eye opener and I suggest it for those that would like to make some better food decisions and desire to have a greater awareness of what they can do for prevention.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nature's Cancer Fighting Foods May 12, 2009

By Larry Dieli

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I found this is to be a wonderfully informative book. The author has been on a life long quest to unravel the mysteries of the causes of cancer (he lost his mother to cancer when he was a young boy) and the things we do unwittingly to encourage its existence. His goal is to educate. He has reverse engineered a healthy human body and observed what and why that body consumes. The answers are presented in a straight forward manner, with no preaching or scolding. The author is not selling any supplements or health food additives. He presents the information and gives the reader the choices necessary to make changes for the reader's health benefit.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars YOU TRULY ARE WHAT YOU EAT! November 18, 2009

By Janice Tyler

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After reading nearly 30 books on nutrition & health, I came upon Verne Verona's 'Nature's Cancer Fighting Foods'. I wish I'd found it first. It encompasses all the information you need in one resource, in an easy to understand manner. I have made remarkable and drastic changes to my health by incorporating the recommendations from this book. Highly recommended.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nature's Cancer-Fighting Foods January 23, 2012

By Sue

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Great information and recipes. Great foods to help with the after effects of kemo. Also good information if you don't have cancer, on how to eat right and not get cancer. Would recommend to everyone.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Cancer fighting foods January 3, 2013

By happy but sad

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Handy book for anyone with cancer or loved one you are cooking for. We can do so much with nutrition.