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Diet advice from the Today show's medical correspondent.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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?At a time when many people are more confused about nutrition than ever, The Take-Control Diet is an intelligent guide to losing weight and keeping it off. Clear-thinking, scientifically based, and well written.?
??Dean Ornish, M.D., author of Eat More, Weigh Less and
Dr. Dean Ornish?s Program for Reversing Heart Disease

?If you are ready to give up fad diets and you really desire to take charge of your health, this book is for you. You will find there is no prescription your doctor can give you for weight control that is more valuable than knowledge.?
??C. Everett Koop, M.D.,
former surgeon general of the United States -- Review --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Ballantine Books (July 5, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0345487141
  • ISBN-13: 978-0345487148
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #345,406 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars something finally works!!, January 5, 2002
By "hollygirl717" (Alabama, USA) - See all my reviews
I bought this book on the street date and began Dr. Smith's plan a week later. It works! It's reasonable and sensible. I talked to my doctor about it, and he gave it an enthusiastic thumbs-up. I've been on the plan for four and a half weeks, and I've lost 14 pounds.

Dr. Smith's plan has changed my life. I finally have control. I will update this review every once in a while with my new total. I know I can stick with this plan, because I've done it for a month, and I don't feel hungry or deprived. It works!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Finally A Real Diet, December 21, 2001
By mary zurlowe (Atlanta, Georgia) - See all my reviews
Finally, someone has written a book that makes sense and doesn't ask people to starve themselves or not to eat carbs or other things. The diet is practical and it makes sense for everyone. I find the reading very easy
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5.0 out of 5 stars I Believe, December 21, 2001
By kaye lugzin (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews
After trying diets all of my life and failing all of them, I am now a believer! This book has inspired me to lose my weight forever. The menus are excellent and the advice is worth following! You won't be disappointed!
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5.0 out of 5 stars great book
excellent book. anyone who is serious about losing weight and changing there life should read this.
Published 3 months ago by Danielle B. Slaughter

5.0 out of 5 stars The take control diet
I purchased Dr.Smith's books. What is working for me is rotating among the three diets when I grow weary of one. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bonnie E. Pike

4.0 out of 5 stars Fact-filled, plus common sense
First, reading some of the other reviews, some people are reviewing the wrong book. Any review referring to "phases" should be completely discounted because it is a review of Dr... Read more
Published 21 months ago by J. Arnow

5.0 out of 5 stars STOP HATING
Whether he finished his residency or not has nothing to do with the content and quality of his books. Read more
Published 22 months ago by sedmonds

3.0 out of 5 stars Read the Book First
Read the book first to make sure you understand what is involve, especially the Phase I plan. This is the plan where you cannot have coffee, pop/soda, and juice. Read more
Published on July 12, 2007 by Same

1.0 out of 5 stars Oh, please!
I agree with the reviewer who said Dr. Ian Smith is a little too hyped for someone so young and lacking in real medical credentials. Read more
Published on June 28, 2007 by Jospry

2.0 out of 5 stars This diet is too strict for the average dieter.
You gotta love Dr. Ian and overall this book is very well written. But the problem is the diet is very, very, VERY strict and harsh. Read more
Published on January 11, 2007 by Crissy White

2.0 out of 5 stars Not an impressive diet book
tells you nothing you don't already know and really didn't offer much advise.
Published on January 9, 2007 by R. Pirozzi

4.0 out of 5 stars My view ofThe Take Control Diet
I think this is a well balanced diet, it focuses on reducing calories and fat to lose weight not just cutting out entire food groups. Read more
Published on January 5, 2007 by A. Glisson

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!!
I really enjoyed this book. I have been following the eating plan and have lost a total of 14#. The first 10 days of the diet are difficult but it does get easier... Read more
Published on January 4, 2007 by J. Kennedy

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