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The Gabriel Method: The Revolutionary DIET-FREE Way to Totally Transform Your Body [Paperback]

Jon Gabriel
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Book Description

December 30, 2008
The pile of recent dieting books is growing faster than the average American's waistline. From the well-known programs that deprive and restrict to ones that rely on juice alone, it seems that everybody has an answer to the growing problem of obesity.

When Jon Gabriel's life took an unexpected turn, he suddenly was awakened to the marvelous gift that he had been given -- the opportunity to live -- and was disgusted at how he had treated his body. At over four hundred pounds, walking, sleeping, and working was a struggle against gravity, and his life was a constant battle between emotional and physical satiation. He was slowly killing himself with food.

Like the estimated 58 percent of Americans, and rising numbers in other countries, Jon was trapped in what he came to call the FAT - Famine and Temperature - trap. By studying biochemistry, Gabriel learned that your body has an internal logic that determines how fat or thin you will be at any given time. The way to lose weight is not to struggle or to force yourself to lose weight but to understand this internal logic and work with it so that your body wants to be thinner. When your body wants to be thinner, weight loss is inevitable and becomes automatic and effortless. You simply crave less food, you crave healthier foods, your metabolism speeds up and you become very efficient at burning fat, just like a naturally thin person. And that's the real transformation -- to transform yourself into a naturally thin person, so that you can eat whatever you want whenever you want and still be thin, fit, and vibrantly healthy.

After reading The Gabriel Method, you will learn:

  • Your body has a reason why it's holding on to weight--and it's not your fault.
  • Fat is a cushion--a protective barrier that our mind believes is helping to protect us.
  • If you can change that belief, you can change your body; Stop the cycle of crash dieting and start eating what you want, when you want it.
  • How to choose healthy, nutritious foods that nourish the cells in your body, not starve them.
  • Delicious shakes and smoothies, and super-power supplements, that can jump start your success.
  • The simple way you can train your mind and body to work with your goal of health, not against it.
  • Eliminate the emotional and mental reasons your body holds on to weight in just 10 minutes a day.
  • It certainly worked for Jon; he lost 225 pounds in two-and-a-half years, going from 409 pounds to 184, without suffering, dieting, or anguishing over his body. Unlike most people who lose an extensive amount of weight, his skin tightened up and now is indistinguishable from that of a person who has been healthy his whole life.


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    Editorial Reviews

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    "The most comprehensive and scientifically meaningful method I've ever encountered." ---Jean Bolkelman, M.D.
    --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

    About the Author

    Jon Gabriel has a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Although his background is in finance, he also pursued extensive coursework in biochemistry, organic chemistry, and biology and performed research for the internationally recognized biochemist Dr. Jose Rabinowitz. In 1990, Jon started gaining weight for no apparent reason. He tried every diet and program he could to lose weight but in the end, he just kept gaining. The more he dieted, the more he gained. The situation became critical in mid-2001 when he became morbidly obese and reached a weight of 409 pounds. He wasn’t sleeping well, could hardly reach his shoes to tie them, and had a diminished quality of life that was literally killing him with every breath.

    On September 11, 2001, he was scheduled to fly from Newark to San Francisco, and it was only by a stroke of luck that he was not on the United Airlines flight 93 that was hijacked by terrorists. This event, as well as some equally life-changing events that occurred in the weeks following 9/11, affected him deeply. It was this wake-up call that made him realize life was a precious opportunity not to be wasted. He decided to start living the life of his dreams. He also decided to apply all of his research skills and scientific background toward understanding and eliminating the real reasons for why he was fat. The result is arguably one of the most remarkable physical transformations of all time. Jon lost 225 pounds without dieting and without surgery. Amazingly, his body shows almost no signs of ever being overweight at all—a fact that has astounded many professionals in the medical community.

    After finishing The Gabriel Method, he used his powerful visualization techniques—the power that had brought him a new body and a new lease on life—to bring him an agent that was connected with the very publisher he wanted to work with. Countless letters from fans and those who have used his books continue to pour in, and Jon has received several awards for his work, appeared on radio and television, and continues to use his amazing story to change lives for the better. Jon is an established speaker in Australia and has done many talk shows and events there. He has previously been in contact with Oprah's producers, who had some substantial interest in the astounding message of his work.


    Product Details

    • Paperback: 224 pages
    • Publisher: Atria Books/Beyond Words; Original edition (December 30, 2008)
    • Language: English
    • ISBN-10: 1582702187
    • ISBN-13: 978-1582702186
    • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
    • Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
    • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (200 customer reviews)
    • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,907 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

    More About the Author

    Jon Gabriel has a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. While there, he also pursued extensive coursework in biochemistry and performed research for the internationally recognized biochemist Dr. Jose Rabinowitz.

    In 1990 Jon started gaining weight for no apparent reason. He tried every diet and program he could to lose weight but in the end, he just kept gaining. The more he dieted, the more he gained.

    The situation became critical in mid 2001 when he became morbidly obese and reached a weight of over 186 kilos. On September 11, 2001 he was scheduled to fly from Newark to San Francisco and it was only by a fluke of fate that he was not on the United Airlines flight 93 that was hijacked by terrorists.

    This event, as well as some equally life changing events that occurred in the weeks following 9/11 affected him deeply. It was this wakeup call that made him realize life was a precious opportunity not to be wasted.

    He decided to start 'living the life of his dreams'. He also decided to apply all of his research skills and scientific background toward understanding and eliminating the real reasons he was fat.

    The result is arguably one of the most remarkable physical transformations of all time. Jon lost over 103 kilos without dieting and without surgery. Amazingly, his body shows almost no signs of ever being overweight at all - a fact that has astounded many professionals in the medical community.

    Using the approach that has worked so well for him, he has now made it his life's mission to assist others in achieving tremendous success, not only in weight loss, but in every aspect of life.

    Jon's story has been featured on A Current Affair and Today/Tonight in Australia. His success in helping others lose weight has also been discussed on many popular talk shows in the U.S., including The Jane Pauley Show, Hard Copy and Entertainment Tonight.

    If you have purchased the book click on this link to access your Free Visualization CD! http://www.thegabrielmethod.com/freecd-confirm2


    Customer Reviews

    The Gabriel Method is a very well written book. John Parson  |  55 reviewers made a similar statement
    This book can change the way you look at life. Robert G. Akers  |  37 reviewers made a similar statement
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    223 of 235 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Effectively Presents a Diet-Free Way to Live February 26, 2009
    Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
    *****
    This book is essentially the theory and practice of a healthy, non-diet way of living that will actually lead to greater weight loss than even healthy diets. The main tenet of The Gabriel Method is that the body will not lose weight until it is ready; that is, until you (and it) feel safe. So it's really important to find ways to help your body feel safe, and then weight loss will naturally occur.

    The author emphasizes visualization as a part of this; he strongly suggests (although it's not absolutely necessary) that you use his own CD for this, which is sold separately from his web site. He emphasizes lots of ways of eating healthfully, but stresses that these need to happen by following the body's needs and listening to your own body, as opposed to forcing anything. He also emphasizes things like forgiveness, and other types of self-care.

    What I think is unique about this book is that it is a comprehensive approach to the anti-diet mentality. I am already following this, and have found it is the only way I can healthfully and sanely lose weight. However, this book was still of value to me as it added really good tips--like the importance of visualization, and reminders of noticing the life force of food, and much more. I liked the author's style of writing and found it encouraging and motivational.

    For anyone who diets, please read this. Especially if you are a yo-yo dieter, I think you will appreciate this book. And if diets HAVE NOT worked for you in the past, and you don't know why, this book is an absolute MUST READ.

    Highly recommended.
    *****
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    144 of 152 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surprised March 28, 2009
    Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
    Mr Gabriel was interviewed on Coast to Coast radio towards the end of February 2009. I bought his book on February 25 and read it. There were some thoughts in the book that really stayed with me and I incorporated them into my daily routine. I decided to give my body the nutrients it needed before eating anything questionable and to do some visualization. I did not use Mr Gabriel's CD but just did it on my own. I did not think I was doing much different than I had been doing before reading the book, however when I weighed myself on March 23 I was very surprised to find I had lost 10 pounds. Thats better than I did when I spent over $300 on a well known food program that provided some really nasty tasting packaged meals and left me constantly hungry. I am rereading the book and plan to download Mr Gabriel's visualization too.
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    427 of 466 people found the following review helpful
    Format:Paperback
    I have a graduate degree in nutrition and extensive knowledge of nondiet approaches, including Shapedown, Intuitive Eating, and Eating Competence. That said, I believe we all have our own inner wisdom and should follow what works for our own, unique bodies. So this review is my own personal view. It doesn't mean I bow to the USDA or don't have a critical thought in my head, it's just my review of the book (which I liked).

    THE BABY: Gabriel's book has some wonderful qualities, including the visualizations, which I find to be a missing link in many nondiet approaches to weight management. He also gets the reader to "add in" healthy foods rather than "restricting out" foods that they see as "forbidden." This is something I've always preached and agree with wholeheartedly. His take on the dynamics of dieting and emotional starvation are spot on.

    THE BATHWATER: Although he has "notes" and citations at the end of each chapter, don't get caught up in some of the nutritional assertions he makes. Pasteurizing milk does not "denature" the calcium in it. Calcium cannot be denatured... it's a mineral, not a protein. The calcium in any milk is just fine. Eating foods in a specific order is also unfounded. He says that meat requires an acidic environment, where milk and starch require alkaline ones... well yes, no, and it doesn't matter. Protein (from both the meat and milk) is digested first in the acidic environment of the stomach, and then in the alkaline environment of the small intestine (the pancreas shoots in bicarbonate to neutralize the stomach acid). Sugars and starches are primarily digested in the small intestine. The key: your stomach is like a blender, and all the nutrients are in one big glob.
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    57 of 59 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars Going on 3 weeks and still going strong! May 26, 2009
    By LoRemz
    Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
    I am not an overweight person but I'm not thin either. I am in the normal weight range for someone of my height. That said, I am only 5'1" tall so for me, gaining even 5 pounds makes a big difference. I got this book not because I wanted to get skinny overnight, but rather, learn why, after 18 years, I can't seem to lose these last 15 pounds. I eat right, exercise moderately and drink plenty of water. So why do I have these love handles and why do my thighs rub together when I walk?

    For me, having an extra 15 pounds on my frame means the difference between having PCOS or not. It's enough to slow down my metabolism and cause me to gain even more weight. It's enough to make exercising painful. It's enough to make me feel tired all the time. I've tried diets and exercise but I always gain the weight back. It seems my body is set at staying this weight, no matter what I do.

    Now, after reading The Gabriel Method I understand why my body is holding onto these extra 15 pounds of fat. All of the lifestyle changes I made in the past were physical, none were psychological. I realized that the change has to happen in my mind for it to happen in my body. I am seeing amazing results so far and I've only been using the method for a month. The first week my appetite reduced and my thirst increased. The second week I began feeling better about my body and gaining confidence. The third week I began exercising regularly. I've never been this consistent with my workout routines. (I now run 4-5 times and week and will begin swimming soon.)

    I've learned why depriving myself of the foods I love can backfire in the end. I learned why diets don't work. I learned why counting calories doesn't work. I've learned to love my body. And best of all, I've learned patience.
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    Most Recent Customer Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars THIS BOOK IS CHANGING MY LIFE...AND IT IS GREAT.
    What a phenomenal man behind this amazing story! I look forward to his voice every evening through his visualization CD. Read more
    Published 6 days ago by Pote
    5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful book
    This book addresses so many issues related to weight gain. For once, there's a book that tells you it isn't your fault and you can change without forcing your body to do anything.
    Published 9 days ago by T. Olsen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing theory on why the body does not lose weight.
    This makes SO much sense-- this is a new way of tackling a weight problem-- very exciting & motivating.Tisi gives one a wonderful new way to cope with losing weight.
    Published 12 days ago by Barbara Bassett
    5.0 out of 5 stars I am really getting into this!
    Pick it up, ready it, then have an opinion. I am sure anyone wanting to be more fit can find some nuggets of information if not a total transformation to diet free living.
    Published 24 days ago by Marc
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gabriel Method Book
    Love it. I have learned so much and I recommend this book to anyone trying to progress as a person. Has great insights.
    Published 1 month ago by Elaine Kettring
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Mental aspect of Weight Loss!
    I love this book for the fact that it addresses the mental aspect of weight loss, not just some new diet fad. Read more
    Published 1 month ago by CandyCane
    3.0 out of 5 stars Just another diet, lifestyle book
    It is inspiring. I liked the internal retuning portion and visualization. However, it is just another lifestyle book. Borrow it or check out from library.
    Published 1 month ago by TH
    5.0 out of 5 stars Informative
    I found The Gabriel Method very informative. His understanding of the mind/ body connection and how the body works made complete sense to me. Read more
    Published 1 month ago by Patricia Oor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful
    I've started the visualization technique and I'm already noticing a difference in my appetite. I find Jon's approach refreshing and will try to integrate his method into my life.
    Published 1 month ago by gary ehrlich
    5.0 out of 5 stars My new Guru
    Gabriel will make emotional obesity a household phrase... and then eliminate it. Highly recommended for people like me who have tried it all and failed.
    Published 1 month ago by M. J. Rubinstein
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