The Spectrum: A Scientifically Proven Program to Feel Better, Live Longer, Lose Weight, and Gain Health

The Spectrum: A Scientifically Proven Program to Feel Better, Live Longer, Lose Weight and Gain Health emphasises on the fact that our genes don't decide our fate and that there is a lot we can do to make a powerful difference to our health and well being, irrespective of the conditions we may have. The word spectrum in the title refers to the broad spectrum of choices we have when it comes to what we eat, our basic lifestyle, regular exercise, how we handle stress and many other factors. The book teaches you how to personalise your diet and lifestyle based on your individual needs and choices.

The book is based on almost 30 years of research and learning. It is divided into two main parts. The first part talks about how and why the program works, it talks about nutrition, exercise, stress management, meditation, cholesterol and blood pressure, weight loss, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The book also talks about prevention and treatment of prostate and breast cancer. The second part of the book is a section with healthy recipes for all three meals of the day and tips on low fat cooking, healthy ingredients and other diet - related topics.

The Spectrum: A Scientifically Proven Program to Feel Better, Live Longer, Lose Weight and Gain Health is written by Dean Ornish and was published by Ballantine Books in 2008. This book is available in paperback.

Key Features:

• The book has 100 easy recipes from renowned chef Art Smith.