The South Beach Diet by Arthur S. Agatston M.D. (2003)

i love being able to read about how i need to be eating healthy. I also liked how it came in on due time, wasn't expensive, and the condition that the book was in was great for being used.

After reading this book, I was more knowledgeable about eating healthier and what to look for in foods. My main concern was to find out what I can about carbs, sugars, cholestrol, etc. in more layman's terms. Seems nothing was sticking in to my brain until I read this book. Now I understand and my husband and I are on a healthier path to eating. So far, so good.

I decided to buy this book because I am interested in losing some weight, but mostly because I want a healthier lifestyle. I think this is a great book! It's an easy read. Also, it's information is generally useful. Also, the included recipes are a nice bonus. I would recommend!

They shipped promptly, and the book was in perfect condition! I would definitely buy from this seller again!

Hello. I bought this book because my husband had gone on thie diet. He is a heart patient and the author of this book is what made up his mind to try this diet. He has lost 30 pounds and feeling great.

I like the book a lot. Friends have raved about the South Beach Diet. It explains in detail exactly why this diet works and how it works. I would recommend anyone who has tried other diets to buy this book. It's an easier way to dieting.

Wow, this is everything I have been wanting to learn about what foods to eat and which to avoid! I am not very overweight - I only battle with and extra 5 or 10 pounds. I have read several diet books before and I have learned a lot from them - especially what does not work for me.

I have had great success with "Body for Life" by Bill Phillips and I found "Sugar Busters" to be very informative too. I like "The South Beach Diet" the best because it tells you not only what foods are healthy and which ones to avoid and why, but it gives detailed menus as well as recipes for delicious, healthy food. Also, the diet is designed for you to lose weight WITHOUT having to exercise (although the author does advocate exercise). The South Beach Diet is not just a weight loss diet, it is a healthy lifestyle that you can stick to. Dr. Agatston also tells you what you can do after you "cheat" because he realizes we are human and we will do that.

READ THIS BOOK and get healthy!

Great and easy diet! Many options to chose from, easy to follow, and easy to get back into if you fall off the wagon.

It is great to be able to think of something you might have to go search for but you decide to check e-bay and 99 percent of the time you can find what youre looking for and don't have to leave the house.

I absolutely love this diet. I have been following it, not as strictly as they suggest and i have already lost 20 lbs in a month!!! its amazing... i feel so much better and once i get back from spring break plan on following it exactly as it says!! hopefully ill lose more weight!!! I would absolutely suggest it to anyone who is considering it!!!

I have lost 60 pounds so far on this diet! I have purchased copies for friends who want to do the same. I refuse to give up my own copy.

The first 2 days of the Phase I was a toughy, but after that the whole program is a breeze. This is a diet for veggie, eggs, fish and chicken lovers, that I am, so I found it an easy program. I'm now entering Phase II, and lost a total of 9lbs!! Don't forget.... cool whip now comes sugar free to go with your sugar free puddings and jello's!

This book has helped me alot. I have been on my diet for 3 wks and have lost 8lbs. When I bought the bread back into my diet, I did gain 2lbs back. But, the first 2 wks, I lost 10 lbs. This is a great diet, and you do need the book to do the diet.

I have never been a big one for dieting but after having put on a few pounds, I was curious about the South Beach Diet and all the hype. It was interesting reading and a reasonably good reference for avoiding some weight-gaining pitfalls. Other than that, I really did not try the diet...just cut way back on carbs and lost 10 pounds in one month.
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We were completely satisfied with the timely manner in which we received the South Beach Diet Book. I lost 13 lbs and my wife and daughter 11 lbs each in one month. Excellent diet book and will work if you stick with it. I would highly recommend this diet book.

Didn't think a diet how-to book would be interesting. But this one definitely is. I like the fact that Dr. Agatston is an MD, a cardiologist, and without a doubt, knows what makes overweight people tick. Wonderful recipes as well, I won't try many, I love to open a can or box or bag and be done with it, but his suggested meals sound very tasty ! Go for it !

I'd heard about the South Beach Diet and had seen the wonderful results from a neighbor being on it. Because it was obviously time for us to consider doing something, I decided to buy the book and read about it. That's all it took. I read the first part to my husband, and we agreed to try it out. We're now going into our third week (Phase 2), we're losing weight, and we're enjoying the food. It's a great book with easy to read explanations about eating or not eating foods, plus Dr. Agatson gives you daily menus and recipes to go by. I recommend this diet--much more healthy than Atkins and others.

Just needed to finally lose weight. I've had years of being unable to lose weight permanently. Now I really know how to do it.

Yes, you do loose weight on the South Beach Diet, and that was a plus for me. But more importantly, I lowered my total cholesterol 82 points, and my LDL cholesterol 73 points in 7 weeks! You can't do that with oatmeal (a previous high oat bran/low fat diet for 60 days resulted in only an 11 point drop). Total weight loss in 5 months - 33 pounds. Total cholesterol drop - 107 points. Triglycerides dropped from 250 to 111. My doctor wanted to put me on statin drugs, but I pleaded with him to let me try to correct my blood chemistry with diet and exercise. I knew he was doubtful of my success. He is now a believer, and I have truly embraced this as a lifestyle change, and not a "diet." Thank you Dr. Agatston.

I bought his book for 1 reason...my kids. I have a few extra pounds left from pregnancy and my husband is the typical "apple shape" body that is a sign of long term heart problems. Although we are both middle aged and have no health issues right now, I decided we needed to adapt a healthier lifestyle since we have 2 small children that will be dependant on us for another 17+ years.

I've read the book and it sounds like a healthy lifestyle. Low carb diets have always been the way for me to lose weight. This is similar to low carb for 2 weeks but thn it allows "good carbs" back in. It takes away all the processed foods and replaces them with whole grains, fresh fruits and vegi's, and lean meats. Perfect for a long term lifestyle change.

The book is in 3 phases - Phase one - corrects metabolism, Phase 2 - weight loss, Phase 3 - healthy lifestyle.

The book also has recipes but I actually haven't really looked at them yet. I think this is a great book but be prepared to cook from scratch. No prepared or convenience foods on this diet. No fast food. No sweets...unless you consider sugar free Jello a sweet!!

Over all I feel this is a great diet with healthy foods. Easy reading and no counting points, calories or carbs!!

Like millions, I'm always ready to give it a go in the never ending battle of the bulge! Since the glycemic index is the THING that is going to cure our weight problem in the world, I found out The South Beach diet is based on the GI. I am like many, pre-diabetic, and I need to get control of my blood sugar.
The book is written in a style that anyone with average intelligence can understand and contains some great receives. It's handy and for the rest of the year ,it's going to be my best buddy! Thanks Ebay!

This book has helped me with the diet of choice from my doctor. It has been the only diet that makes sense and has worked for me and others that I know that have followed the plan in this book.

I had been trying to loose an extra 10 pounds for 5 years and then a friend recommended this book, outlining the South Beach Diet. This is such a helpful book and here's why:
Dr. A wrote the book to help you day by day. You'll never have to wake up and wonder what to eat. He gives you menus, recipies and recommendations from other dieters. He also gives you the science of why it works and reference charts so you can adapt your own tastes to the diet.
It's also great because if you fall off the diet a bit, he'll get you back on plan. He even tells you how to order at a restaurant.
I read the book, followed the diet about 90% of the time and lost 12 pounds in 5 weeks. I eventually lost the cravings for bad carbs and felt so healthy! I then passed the book to my Mom and she lost the same amount of weight.
I just had a baby and plan to jump right back on the South Beach Diet. If you buy this book, you will use it every day on your diet. I've never bought any other diet guides, but mine is right next to my stove, is bookmarked and has sauce all over it! It's sooo worth it!

I searched ever store and couldn't believe the price. Call me cheap! :) I just couldn't pass bidding on this book. The book came in perfect condition. It has been a great experience and I will buy again!