Synopsis
In this weight-loss guide, an acclaimed nutritionist, associated with several women's health magazines, reasons that human metabolism has not evolved to accommodate the modern sedentary lifestyle in which fattening fast foods abound and most labor is conducted behind a desk. Reasoning that humans are genetically designed for their ancestors' hunting and gathering lifestyles, she believes that modern humans should eat and exercise like cave people. Thus, her plan promotes consuming large quantities of fruits, vegetables, roots, and water, allowing for small portions of animal proteins, like lean cuts of meat on special occasions. She also encourages office workers to get up and move around any chance they get.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2001-01-01 |
| Size | | Length: | 317 pages | | Height: | 9.3 in | | Width: | 6.3 in | | Thickness: | 1.2 in | | Weight: | 21.6 oz |
Publisher's Note
Scientific evidence reveals that in prehistoric times -- before the low-carb diet, before the all-protein diet, even before calories were counted -- obesity and chronic disease rates were dramatically lower. In The Origin Diet, Elizabeth Somer, one of America's most popular and respected nutritionists, helps us get back to these beginnings. This book will give you a simple but specific daily program guaranteed to improve your health and help you lose weight -- quickly and easily.
Somer does not suggest that we should live in caves, but she does advise painless changes in the way we eat -- such as incorporating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains into our diet -- to help align the body with its evolutionary needs. Based on the results of hundreds of scientific studies, The Origin Diet will show you how to:
--reduce your risk for heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, osteoporosis, cataracts, memory loss, and even depression
--reverse the damage of atherosclerosis and bone loss
--lose those extra pounds -- and keep them off
--use the Origin Pyramid as a guide in planning and preparing easy, nutritious meals
--have more energy and enjoy life more
Adopt just a few of the suggestions in The Origin Diet and you will notice changes in your weight and risk of disease, such as the lowering of blood cholesterol levels. Take on the whole program and you'll experience significant improvement in how you feel, think, and live.
The Origin Diet offers a tempting, healthful array of recipes and menus, including such delicious dishes as Sweet Potato Chowder, Ginger Barbecued Salmon, and Spicy Turkey Stew. You'll also discover great tips for making exercise a part of your daily life, as well as helpful ideas for reducing stress.
The process is tried and true. People who have followed the Origin Diet have lost weight, lowered their cholesterol levels, experienced more energy, slept better, and cut back on their medications. By simply following the Five Stone Age Secrets found in this book, you too can regain the lean, fit, healthy body nature intended.
Industry Reviews
"...[W]hat [author Elizabeth Somer] says makes sense--and is convincing."
Publishers Weekly (12/18/2000)
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