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Life Extension: A Practical Scientific Approach Paperback – January 1, 1983

by Durk Pearson (Author), Sandy Shaw (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 121 ratings
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The book contains data from extensive research geared towards life extension and living life more fully through high doses of vitamin supplements.
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  1. Print length
    858 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Grand Central Pub
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 1983
  5. Dimensions
    5.25 x 2 x 8.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0446387355
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0446387354
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Pub (January 1, 1983)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 858 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0446387355
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0446387354
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.66 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 2 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 121 ratings

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Customers find the book very informative, relevant, and useful. They also say it's practical and empowering.

"...is an understatement.Lots of good content I didn't expect it to be so large. I was delighted to see so much information in one book...." Read more

"I find this book fascinating! I used to watch durk and sandy on television and being fascinated by the things they spoke about...." Read more

"Had an original copy of this in the '70's. Great information and backed up with double-blind study references." Read more

"Although this is an older book, it possesses much useful knowledge about health and life extension...." Read more

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Customers find the language clear, easy to read, and well-written. They also appreciate the good research.

"This book is loaded with positive useful information Well written and useful. is an understatement...." Read more

"...modern man, and how the reader can find the answers in an easy to read format. Highly recommend this classic book." Read more

"...The Language is clear. What I see is the result of a huge amount of work, performed by two people who really want to help. Thanks, Sandy and Durk !" Read more

"Well written and the research looks good too. It still holds together today." Read more

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Carmen Tam
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy it!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2014
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This book is loaded with positive useful information Well written and useful. is an understatement.
Lots of good content I didn't expect it to be so large. I was delighted to see so much information in one book.
After reading the first few chapters , There was no doubt in our minds why this made #1 Best seller list.
Better than expected. Delighted with this purchase
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James F. McEnaney
5.0 out of 5 stars 1840s to 1980s-human nature always resists change
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2010
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serving as amedic in viet nam i read book tai-pan-james clavall.
the tai-pan never got bloody flux-he drank tea-boiled thus sterile water,
no thypus,washed cloths no lice,no scurvy,ate fruit and herbs,no pricly heat bathed as europeans knew was dangerous!
people of that era including the medical ones assumed he worshiped the devil-as rumored-though he explained
simply what his "secret" was.
1971 Linus Pauling was ridiculed by medical establishment as were durk pearson and sandy shaw.
at 21 i started taking mega doses of vit C.if i talk to other veterans they assume i was in deset storm
not viet nam as i look 15-20 years younger.
the point is armie are alway rerady for last war never next and so is medical establishment.
durk pearson's book is the tai-pan of the 1980s
today i recommend life extension foundation 800-544-4440 and[...] 1800-777-1324.
best Jimmy Mack
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Dan
5.0 out of 5 stars I would still highly recommend this book
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2016
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I find this book fascinating! I used to watch durk and sandy on television and being fascinated by the things they spoke about. I learned a lot from them and their book. There is still so much that is and still true today. I would still highly recommend this book!
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Heather G
3.0 out of 5 stars Lots of information, but a lengthy read.
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2020
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There is information on what to take to increase your production of human growth hormone, which helps with weight control, muscle mass, sleep, wrinkles, and more, but you really have to search through the book to find it. It's very long.
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Janis A.
4.0 out of 5 stars Still relevant even though written some years ago.
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2021
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I had this book some years ago and found it interesting and helpful then. It is still relevant but wish there was an updated version by same authors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars From the twp people that started the Vitamin knowledge
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2016
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An oldie but goodie. Durk Pearson and Sandy Shaw who used themselves as guinea pigs to find out how different supplements would effect health and longveity. They were 30 years too early for the public. Only now today it seems the whole brain drug supplements and life extension is taking off. It's a crime that they sold their company too soon! They are still out there with products under another name but its nothing like the life extension foundation that they gave up! This is a must read for anyone into supplements.
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rand
5.0 out of 5 stars Life Extension: A Practical Scientific Approach
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2012
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The classic '80's book that started the self-help-health movement that is today a multi-billion dollar a year industry. Life Extension: A Practical Scientific Approach [Paperback]
Authors Durk Pearson, & Sandy Shaw did a fantastic service to put into a single book 99% of typical health issues facing modern man, and how the reader can find the answers in an easy to read format. Highly recommend this classic book.
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Ronj
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2014
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I tried some of these and there is a lot of things to eat that work example using a pineapple to take way the pain of arthritis it does work you have to get the core and eat about 1/3 of the pineapple will last about four days.
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davide
5.0 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2015
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I LOVE THIS BOOK! It's interesting,useful and actual! These two great scientists explain how you can extend and improve the quality of your life, using vitamins and aminoacids supplements. You will be amazed knowing the miracles of vitamin E, vitamin C, Niacin and Arginine! Eat, rest, sleep well,train and DON'T SMOKE!
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A. Mckee
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading if you are interesting in longevity
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2016
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A big book and some of the content is quite complicated but I would recommend it to anyone interested in longevity.
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