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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Encouraging and Inspiring!, September 17, 2000
By A Customer
I picked up this book while waiting for a friend to decide on a gift for her mother. I was skeptical: You can't do anything to stop aging, so why bother? Imagine my surprise when I found something interesting, informative and, most importantly, inspiring on EVERY page. I bought two copies-one for myself and the other for my sister-and then I convinced my friend to buy it for her mom! Thank you!
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Advice both sensible and ridiculous, October 19, 2000
This book has some common-sense advice on looking and feeling younger: eat healthy, maintain a sensible weight, exercise regularly, and have a positive frame of mind. That shouldn't be new or surprising for anyone whose been concerned about the subject. It had a few ideas that may or may not be worthwhile, such as not drinking fluids (except for some wine) with dinner, doing stretches in bed, and updating your home decor. But I was turned off my the more bogus ideas the authors promoted, such as standing 8 feet away from the microwave every time you use it and not combining rice and beans (or any protein with a starchy vegetable) in a single meal. Worst of all, while it listed affirmations (twice!!) that you could repeat to yourself to make yourself feel better about being older, it didn't mention the one of the best ways to remain youthful (IMHO): remain socially active with positive friends, and find a spiritual practice that works for you. (Yoga and meditation are mentioned in passing, but not for their spiritual value.) The one-size-fits-all aspect was also a disappointment: the authors say walking isn't sufficiently weight-bearing, which is probably true for someone who's already fit and active. But for someone who's out of shape or obese, walking for exercise could be the best option, with the idea of leading into a more "serious" exercise program later. I gave it two stars because the title isn't misleading. If you are a complete idiot about health, it can give you the inspiration to cut down on junk food, get active, and think positive. But if you know that much already, you don't need this book.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sopmething good here for everybody, December 18, 2000
By A Customer
Here is an easy-to-read collection of advice on feeling, looking, acting younger. Some of the advice is fresh and seems sound (do you brush your skin?). Some of the advice is good, and you know it, but you don't do it. Some, particularly the home remedies, I just don't buy. But it is all a quick read and may get you off the couch.
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