Diet Health Books

This book starts out with the cover recipe stating it is cornish game hens.It looks like crab cakes to me with some beans not salsa. The recipes are boring. I was going to give this as a gift Off to shop for some thing else.

I want my money back...first of all the book that is received is not the book that is shown. The book I got had crab cakes on the front, and another example of false advertisement is the "healthy" cooking. Yes, the dishes may be low-fat but there is more to healthy than just eating things lower in fat. Being a single full-time college senior, plus working five days a week, I do not have time to make most of the meals in here. I see a nutritionist a couple times a month and work in a diet office in a hospital so I was SHOCKED to see how high the calories are for these recipes. You will be hard-pressed to find a "good" recipe for less than 300 calories and the cholesterol and carbohydrate values are ridiculous. You may not have high fat, but you will have heart disease and diabetes if you get this book.

If I weren't a college student, I'd give it five stars, but hey, I'm just to young to enjoy some of the sophisticated (and more expensive) meals on the list. Great for a young, successful man or woman who loves to cook great, healthy food.

The first thing I ever cooked was the Bachelor's Prize Chicken from this book. It has been a hit with everyone that I've cooked it for, including my VERY picky ex-roommate. There are some recipes, mainly seafood, that I find it hard to find the ingredients for due to where I live. Otherwise, the ingredients are easy to find and not fussy. I own some Gordon Ramsay cookbooks but there's no way I'll ever be able to cook something from them!

I also like the simplicity of the cookbook itself. I don't feel bad when I spill stuff all over it because it wasn't a great work of art to begin with!

I bought this cookbook several years ago based on someone's recommendation, and consider it one of my best purchases ever. The recipes are simple to prepare, delicious and healthy. I have not been disappointed in a single recipe. I was a little turned off at first because there were no photos of the prepared foods, but after months and months of use, I can honestly say that I use this cookbook much more than my glossy cookbooks with the color photos. I've since bought it as a gift for friends and relatives and everyone has loved it! My favorite recipe is the Couscous with Sweet Potatoes and Yellow Squash (the aroma of this dish alone is worth the price of the book!), but as I said, everything I've tried is absolutely wonderful!

This is surely the ultimate health and nutritional program as well as a real life changer as some reviewers have stressed out. By simply eating nothing but fresh fruits and juices until noon has totally changed my life around for the better.

I used to have a reasonably good well-balanced diet, but in the morning I would stick to what the Diamonds call a hearty breakfast, including carbohydrates and two cups of coffee. As a result, most of my energy would decrease in the afternoon.

I confess it was hard for me to get rid of the morning coffee. I still feel a little drowsy in the morning because of the coffee absence.

From noon on, however, after taking a twenty-minute-siesta, my energy level mostly sores throughout the entire afternoon and evening.

I still have a bit of everything with moderation, including coffee. I just try to avoid mixing flesh with carbohydrates.

Apart from this, I would agree with some reviewers that this diet may not be adequate for everyone. Thus, if you are a diabetic or prone to it consult a physician before starting this program. The Diamonds themselves caution people to drink their morning juices very slowly to avoid a rapid increase in their sugar levels.

Great book with wonderful recipes. It goes along with the book The China Study for eating whole plant based foods rather than animal based foods.

The book had alot of interesting facts about combining food which has made it alot easier for myself to eat the right foods at the right and feel great. The book is very straight forward and I sure have learnt alot fom it.

I know the book is 20 yrs old but it does make alot of sense.My brother lost 71 lbs following the ideas in this book and i have lost 15 so far.

This book is awesome! It really opens your eyes to the lies that we've learned in school and the media. My fiance really enjoyed it too! He's changed his eating habits since reading this book. It is a must have! You'll lose weight and have so much energy. The information the author reveals is mind blowing. I recommend it to anyone who is tired of all these diet fads.

I commend practitioners whom encourage self-education and teamwork as they have been of great value in my road to recovering optimal health. Dr. Shames has been around a long time and has been committed to treating thyroid issues continually through the years. You can buy your supplements and get your testing anywhere you want. The point is, take action and empower yourself in every way possible until you find what works. It is a good addition to the thyroid books that are out there and it has helped me refine my knowledge in ways that has brought progress to my search for control over Hashimoto's.

I have not had the chance to read the book yet, but am looking forward to reading it when the kids go back to school in a few weeks.

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and other metabolic problems years ago and have read a lot of books on the subject. This was the first one to really explain the relationships between the hormones in a way I could understand. So many people don't realize if you have one hormonal problem, there are probably others that may not be showing obvious symptoms. This book helps the average person make the connections.

Before, the doctors were treating the different problems separately. This book put me on the right track. It enabled me to ask better questions and to be a more informed patient. At my last appointment, my doctor told me I had really done my homework and that would make working together easier. The credit goes to this book more than any other.

It's not perfect, and there are a few over generalizations, but those small annoyances are worth it for the wealth of information in this book.

It has a permanent place on my keeper shelf

This book is a joke, it simplifies the complexities of endocrine problems. You're better off going to a "real doctor" than waste your time and money reading this book! Its recommendations are dangerous, encouraging self medication with alternative supplements; and silly, "Don't watch stressful movies if you have adrenal problems". Do yourself a favor and pass on this book.

I was happy with this book up till about page 60 or so until I got to the point of the "at home tests". Here I was thinking that there was some way to easily test yourself, but when I finally went to the websites to take a look at the tests I found out they range from $200 to over $400!! And then to find out that there are a gazillion different vitamins/supplements to take!! Well, I guess I can give it 5 stars for helping me realize that I sure do have a thyroid problem and can talk to my doctor about it in more detail rather than him just saying "your test came back normal". I suggest getting it from your local library first and then buying it if you feel as though the info would eventually be helpful to you.

I really likes this book, it was helpful and it gave great tips on not only fashion but hair and make up too. Victoria Beckham has an eye for fashion and reading her tips u can see that. Also the pics in the book of her are amazing

Gorgeous photography in this book, but of course Victoria is stunning so its hard to go wrong. Besides the pictures though, not much substance. Rather boring.

I love everything about fashion, beauty, glamour, etc. and decided to add this book to my collection. I enjoyed this book and refer from it from time to time!

It's not really what I'd expected. I was hoping to find out some insider tips and tricks, something that would make me go "AHA!". Instead, her book is full of advice that you can find in any women's magazine, really.
So, on the point of advice, it fell flat.
Of course, I am not a millionaire, so I won't be rushing out to buy a Fendi bag or Blahnik heels any time soon, either.
That leaves me with H&M, I guess ;)
In hindsight, I wish I hadn't bought this book. I don't feel it gave me anything new.

I was not sure what I was expecting out of this book so I had no preconceived notions when I bagan. I really enjoyed reading this. I am a girl so naturally I love fashion. I found this book to be for me. I cant afford half of her recomendations, but its a fun book. One can apply many of her suggestions into our world of reality paychecks. I have always thought she has such a great style. I only bought this because I am a huge fan, but that doesnt mean one would neccessarily have to be a fan of VB to get something out of the book. Plus she's much funnier than I would have thought.

At 41 years old & 70 pounds over weight, I had reached my limit. Tired of being tired, nothing to wear, depressed about my looks & lack of fitness/health...I finally took charge. I am inspired by Tosca's journey. Since the beginning of July, I have averaged 1-2 pounds of weight loss per week with the help of her Eat-Clean Diet & her workout books. I have gained some lean muscle and can see the definition beginning to appear in my arms and legs--despite the need to lose 50 more pounds! I've tried to lose weight many times before, but now I am truly committed to "eating clean" & being a "sister in iron"! The more muscle I build, the more fat I will burn--even while resting! Tosca has created a book that can teach anyone how to use a dumbbell with the proper form. The included DVD was very helpful in understanding the importance of warming up, lifting with proper form and stretching. It feels good to take control of my body. I only wish I had started lifting weights sooner!

This book is a great book. It has a little for everyone in it. I recommend it, lots of tips.

This book is very informative and well written. I think the beginning weight lifter or beginning exerciser would truly value this book. Since I'm more seasoned at weight training. I found nothing new to help me to the next level ( for exercise only). I think this book would keep you motivated if that is something that you need to keep working out.

Though I love Tosca Reno, if you've been exercising for any length of time, it's just too basic. I ended up giving this book to one of my friends who didn't exercise, but wanted to start. I would however recommend her other books on eating clean--those are great!

I bought this book to help me understand how to use the machines at the gym and to learn which muscle groups are being used with each one. It may seem like common sense to a lot of people but I needed it broken down for me, for each machine and each step, and what benefits you get from them each. This book contains work out plans (weight training routines) for beginners, intermediates, and advanced. I have not come across a book quite like it that is actually written by a woman who used to be overweight and made a transformation in this way.

I am a cardio queen and have been looking for something to help motivate me with the weight training. I do great with a trainer but not on my own. This book is really good if you want to do things on your own, step by step, week by week. I think the tips listed on each page are really helpful and Tosca lists actual pages from her own work out diary for you to see.

Highly recommended for a woman who is looking to be more serious about weight training or get started. It has helped me get motivated and I'm really glad I bought it. It breaks it all down for you and gives you things to think about when you are working out and creating goals.

Great Book! It breaks down everything regarding his workout, eating, and includes what he does to mentally get through those times you don't want to work out. Only down side is that you must got buy his bands to keep up with what he says.

I must admit I didn't read any of the fitness advice. I just saw the cover at the bookstore and went Whoa! I have long admired Mr. Owens' physique and I'm sure I'm not the only one. I bought the book just for the pictures alone! I'm sure the advice is great but I've been wanting some T.O. pics and this book has em.

I must admit that I was pleasantly surprised when I picked up a copy of Terrell Owens's Finding Fitness. I presumed that it was yet another celebrity/athlete cashing in on fame while delivering little in the way of any useful information. Thankfully, I was wrong.
Finding Fitness presents a holistic approach towards fitness--and, no, not in a funky "New Age" sort of way. Rather, Owens believes that the key to lasting fitness and ultimate satisfaction begins with the mind and not the body. He states what is missing from so many books merely detailing routines: exercise and good eating must be rewarding for you or you simply will not do it.
To that end, he has included different motivational tools for the reader to utilize (though motivation must ultimately come from the user, of course).
Owens goes over nutrition and debunks some widely held preconceptions believed by novices and log-time fitness enthusiasts alike. (For example, you CAN eat within three hours of bedtime and still not explode like a cow.) More intriguingly, he provides a glimpse at his eating habits, day-by-day, meal-by-meal to show you how a finely tuned professional athlete doesn't starve himself but does not gorge either. Moreover, a template is provided for the common man or woman looking for guidance. I say template because Owens is a firm believer in adapting regimens to one's body so there is a sort of freedom there.
With all that said, the exercise regimens are the true highlight of the book. Variety is not a problem at all. There are a myriad of programs to follow, from beginner to advanced, with several different exercises for each fitness level using free weights, body weight, or strength bands or cables. Owens's trainer, Buddy Primm, does a fantastic job in explaining exactly how to do each move from start to finish and pointing out fine points to be mindful of. Even better than the detailed instructions are the dozens upon dozens of photographs illustrating each exercise beginning to end. I found this highly helpful when pulling off the trickier moves, such as the roundhouse kicks with strength bands. Oh, did I mention that the book contains sport-specific programs as well? So you can dominate in martial arts, golf, baseball, football, tennis and more. I know that I've added power to my kicks!
I honestly can say that, despite over a decade of shuffling through dozens fitness programs, many of these moves are new to me.
As for the negatives, some that aren't sports fans, specifically of football, might not be interested to hear about some of T.O.'s personal career highlights that are interspersed throughout the book. Nor will they care to see pictures or x-rays of some of the many injuries that he's suffered throughout the course of his career--although I have to admit I've never seen a broken collarbone before. He also includes personal photos that some might feel are out of place or merely filler. (I found it inspiring to see how a guy that was skinnier than I was in high school could build himself up into an impressive physical specimen.)
With that said, Terrell Owens is never preachy or condescending when it comes to fitness. He is truly enthusiastic about the subject and it comes through well. What he constantly reiterates is that fitness is a personal goal and not a competition. Good health, mental and physical accomplishment is all that truly matter. You have to find YOUR ideal of fitness.

I gave the Dr Atkins' New Carbohydrate Gram Counter to someone as a gift. The person seemed happy to get the book. J. Hall

An indispensable quide for all those following the Atkins diet or anyone else wanting to count carbs and fats.

I was very pleased with this book! It made counting daily carbs and sticking to the Atkins' diet plan a lot easier. It also showed you how to eat real food, not just diet food, as well as restaurant and fast food. I would highly recommend this book to anyone counting carbs!!!!!

This pocket-size book gives basic nutritional information, including total carbs and net carbs, on hundreds of foods. Most products round the number of grams of fiber to the closest whole number (or the closest higher whole number) on their labels, but Atkins lists fractional totals of grams of net carbs and fiber. There is also a modestly-sized listing of common fast foods.

In his section on vegetables, Atkins touts the value of cruciferous vegetables, garlic, etc. (p. 84). This alone should refute the silly myth of the Atkins diet being an all-meat diet. Atkins also includes a listing of "forbidden" high glycemic-impact foods. These should be enjoyed only occasionally, in very small portions, and then only by people on Lifetime Maintenance.

Portion size is important in weight control. But many conventionally-listed portions (e. g., in oz) are hard to visualize, and recommended portions are often much smaller than most people realize. For this reason, Dr. Atkins provides visual references (pp. 19-20). For example, a 3 oz serving of meat would be the size of a small pack of cigarettes.

This purse-size book is indespensible! It lists total carbs, fiber, net carbs, protein, fat, and calories to help you make the best choices, or even endulge a little while knowing how much you are doing so!

My copy is dog-eared and I carry it everywhere with me. When I think I might want something (like grapes, for example), I can look them up in the booklet right there in the supermarket and decide if they will fit into my diet plan or not. (The grapes were too high in carbs, in case you were wondering.)

The book also lists many common and name brand items, both high and low carb.

It is split into several sections such as beverages; milk, cream, butter, and yogurt; breads, muffins and crackers; fruit; pancakes, waffles, and breakfast pastries; poultry; sweeteners, jams, and syrups; etc.

It even has a section for "dining out" with tips on dining away from home, and a "fast food" section with counts for popular foods at fast food restaurants.

If you are watching either your fat or your carbs, you need this book!

I definitely had more energy, and did lose five pounds, but it took three weeks to a month. I have to take a prescription that makes me retain all the water weight I can, so I am sure for someone else it would be really effective. I will definitely continue to incorporate its core principles into my eating habits.

This is not a bad book, however I think it is written more along physical than emotional lines, i.e. it suggests a high-fibre diet of at least 35 grams a day and a balanced diet focussing on typical fruits, veggies, etc. Some exercise. But nothing along behavioural lines. For me any long-lasting programme has to start with a very deep-rooted motivation where the will to follow a healthy diet outweighs the compulsion to eat. If the book does not address that compulsion to eat, it can only be a tool, not a programme.

I am however impressed with the product range she has created and am hoping to try out her shakes. She is obviously doing well financially and I cannot help but feel a little exploited when she gives statistics on the billions that are being raked in on products, services and programmes for people who want to loose weight. Obviously she landed in the right business.

I did learn something about fiber in the diet, but in general the book did nothing to motivate me along "wow" lines.

For example: the statement that in order to loose weight, you need to use less calories. Think there is more to losing weight than just less calories. At the very basic level it requires a major overhaul of perception and attitude, training of behaviour, fundamental lifestyle changes, and yes diet as a tool. So as a tool the book is not too bad. Once I have got my attitude straightened out with wanting to loose weight more than giving up on compulsive eating, then yes, her programme may have a good place in my life. Am going to invest in the shakes.

I am new to the whole organic/herbal thing. This book is the right information for me at the right time. I began this "diet" before receiving the book (I read the first 3 chapters in the book store) and am completely satisfied! I feel better and am losing weight. She shares her knowledge in a way that someone as new to all of this as me can understand.

I am very happy with this book. I was more interested in improving my nutrition rather than weight loss. It is informative and an easy read. But in addition to this, it provides a lot of practical information: fiber content in different foods; recipes and sample meal plans. It couldn't be easier to follow.

I enjoyed the information. I am already doing weight training, cardio, and 6 meals a day as Tom Venuto recommends at www.burnthefat.com . I bought some fiber choice fiber wafers at Sam's Club for cheap and I eat a few Kashi Bars each day. I am up to 40 grams a day of fiber and it does help keep everything regular.

I watched her video on PBS.

If you would like help to improve the way you eat, you should read this book and keep it as a reference. This book stays in my waiting room and is in the waiting room of a number of cardiologists.

I found this book to be a fascinating, but very practical study of nutrition. It was presented in a way that is easily understood. It lays out a plan that the average person can apply to their daily life to change over to a healthy life style. I would say that reading this book was a life-changing event for me----I have also shared this book with my family and loved ones.

I looked into buying some books to discuss the Mediterranean/Crete/Omega diet. I did like this book the best compared to the others I had bought (Mediterranean Prescription, and The Anti-inflammation Diet and Recipe Book). This gave a worded description of how the author ate growing up and gave a concise way to think about what you are eating - think fresh and simple.
Like most "diet" books there are sections on why this works scientifically and some meal plans for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is helpful but I did skim the first few chapters. There is also a "food pyramid" and many helpful tables as to what you should try to fit into your diet.
I have been following the advice of this book (adapting the meal plans to what is doable long term for my spouse and I) and I can honestly say that I feel good, calm, and not hungry. Plus I love it that drinking a glass of wine with dinner is acceptable!
For people who are looking for a face lift on your diet, I do recommend this book.

I was surprised that this book was copyrighted in 1998. It seems that we have just now caught up with what she knew back then about essential fatty acids. That part of the book is very good and I am glad that we have finally caught up with her on this.

I haven't tried any of her recipes but I it seems that many of the recipes do not follow her traditional Greek way of cooking. I mean canola oil, for instance, certainly is not a part of traditional cooking anywhere. It is a relatively modern phenomena. She also uses white sugar and white flour in some of her recipes. Come on! These things were not part of the traditional Greek diet. And, really, do you think they used low-fat dairy products. Give us a break!

Nothing contained in the book that hasn't already been printed about food and etc. They advocate Canola Oil over Olive and that is the first I ever read that. Other than that I wouldn't recommend to purchase it.

I have Lupus and was looking for a cleaner, something different daily eat book.