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Frank Please do reconsider-- a blurb is almost never written by an author, and if you knew anything about Dr. Greger himself,
you'd know he didn't write it!…morePlease do reconsider-- a blurb is almost never written by an author, and if you knew anything about Dr. Greger himself, you'd know he didn't write it! Think of a blurb like a book's cover-- it's an ad written by the publisher. My introduction to Dr. Greger was years back when I heard him speak at a local vegetarian
expo. I'm not a vegetarian, but I was quite taken with his refreshing attitude on both medicine and well-being-- he's a straight talker who backs up everything he says with actual citations, and is never afraid to revise an earlier opinion based on new (and solid) information. I've been an avid reader of his website for some years now, and I'm glad to see his words getting out to more folks. If you're still undecided, visit his website and watch any of his short videos or articles, and if you
like what you see, think of this book as a nifty way to show your support of his work. It's great stuff!(less)
Michael Look at the Harvard Nurses Study and the Harvard Health study and the 7th Day Adventist study and the China Study. Every large epidemiological study d…moreLook at the Harvard Nurses Study and the Harvard Health study and the 7th Day Adventist study and the China Study. Every large epidemiological study done, and there are many, has shown a negative correlation with soy and all reproductive cancers. Simply, the more soy women eat the less likely they are to get: breast, uterine, cervical and ovarian cancer. The same holds true with heart attacks. The more soy one eats the less likely one is to have heart problems. The same is true with men and prostate cancer. (less)
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He based this on studies, explained this information and cited his sources. He even lists in his book the exact type of study done, how effective and …moreHe based this on studies, explained this information and cited his sources. He even lists in his book the exact type of study done, how effective and broad that type is, and if more
research is needed. He cites 152 studies for this chapter alone. Phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) do not equal animal estrogens. And no one questions synthetic estrogens in dairy, which are obviously meant to behave like estrogen. Dairy industry-funded studies that come to conclusions either not found in their own studies or intentionally brought about is not sufficient evidence. Just because you are certified in something does not mean you got accurate information from your sources. He even sorts out the differences between over-reaching soy industry studies about the benefits of soy (that claim magic feats from soy); separate from the double-blind, placebo controlled studies on humans, and separate from dairy industry-funded studies meant to lure customers away from competitors. Did you even read the book? Dr. Greger does not even recommend soy for adult women to actively fight breast cancer (he essentially says it is safe, does not cause breast cancer, may help prevent somewhat, but not a CURE). His recommendations are (in order): He does not even make money off this stuff, they spend hours of research as a non-profit because his intention is to save lives. But if you prefer to take your first source of information as the be-all end-all, have fun. But just know your recommendations could be the ones risking lives. Whole food plant based diets have been proven to reverse cancer.
Joyce Well, you can buy canned beans without added salt... or just cook them yourself sans salt.
Amanda Yes towards the end he discusses a few options such as 1/4tsp ground ginger and other treatment options About Goodreads Q&AAsk and answer questions about books! You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author. See Featured Authors Answering Questions Learn moreWelcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. |
