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Book CBD Oil and Plant Based Diet

    Book Details:
  • Author : Warren Ziesmer
  • Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Release : 2018-09-16
  • ISBN : 9781727401929
  • Pages : 182 pages

Download or read book CBD Oil and Plant Based Diet written by Warren Ziesmer and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-09-16 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BUY PAPERBACK AND GET KINDLE VERSION FOR FREE!!! BOOK 1: CBD OIL Enter the world of CBD oil. As marijuana continues to swim upstream in the world of popular culture and mainstream attention, many different values that the cannabis plant has long hidden are starting to crawl out of the dark and into the light. The medical field has offered more than one blockade to this growing revolution, but even they have started to change their minds. We are not talking about medical marijuana here either, but exclusively about the healthy and powerful oil that is known as CBD. From vaping to taking baths, topical ointments and tinctures, there are plenty of different ways for you to get a boost of CBD in your life and start reaping all the healthy rewards. Not only will this book teach you how you won't need to depend solely upon the world of modern medicine anymore, but you just may pick up a few new ideas for how to kick back and enjoy your free time in a whole new way! The great benefits that have been housed inside the cannabis plant are not just for recreation anymore! Just some of the valuable and insightful information you will find inside the pages of this book are: The history and science behind how CBD oil was first discovered and why it has quickly gained momentum within the health industry; All the different ways and methods that people use CBD oil. It is not only used for health reasons, but also for beauty, skincare, relaxation, and even has become a hobby done for pure enjoyment; What to expect when using CBD oil for health-related reasons; How to reduce pain by using CBD oil; What sort of medical conditions can be reduced by using CBD oil; What sort of different mental health related issues can be alleviated by using CBD oil; and There are even a few tasty surprises that you probably have not heard of waiting to be read. That's right, CBD oil can be mixed with some foods! Take a look inside to learn more. BOOK2: PLANT-BASED DIET When it comes to understanding the plant-based diet, most people make the immediate mistake of assuming that it is the same as being vegan which is definitely not the case. In fact anyone, be they omnivore, vegetarian or vegan can be said to be following a diet that is plant-based as long as all of their meals feature plants as the main focus of the meal. If you are interested in learning more, then the Plant Based Diet: A 14-Day Nutrition Eating Meal Plan. Your Simple Guide to a Healthier Weight Loss, Energetic Radiant Body and Feel Good. (Plant Based Cookbook, Plant Based Nutrition, Meal Plan) is the book you have been waiting for. Inside you will find all of the ins and outs of the plant-based diet including its many benefits, how to make the transition as simple as possible and a full 14-day meal plan featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack options to help you leave meat in the dust. Recipes include Vanilla Latte Rolled Oats Curried Spinach Jalapeño Cornbread Eggplant Casserole Lemon/Parmesan Popcorn Squash with Pineapples and Peppers Peanut Soup with Sweet Potatoes And more...

Book The CBD Kitchen

    Book Details:
  • Author : Leah Vanderveldt
  • Publisher : Ryland Peters & Small
  • Release : 2019-06-11
  • ISBN : 1788791274
  • Pages : 254 pages

Download or read book The CBD Kitchen written by Leah Vanderveldt and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CBD oil (or cannabidiol) has become hugely popular thanks to its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to alleviate a multitude of physical and mental ailments. Here, wellness expert Leah Vanderveldt demystifies the science and offers over 50 plant-based recipes with CBD. CBD oil (or cannabidiol) is receiving huge attention from mainstream media for its anti-inflammatory effects which may help to improve our brain health, alleviate anxiety, headaches, and arthritis. CBD comes from the cannabis plant, but unlike the stuff you smoke, CBD contains only trace amounts of THC, the psychoactive chemical of the plant that gets you high. It has the relaxing, anti-inflammatory benefits of the cannabis plant without making you feel weird. Leah Vanderveldt has taken CBD oil for over a year and is convinced it has helped her with anxiety, pain and to improve sleep. Her easy recipes include smoothies, teas and coffees, snacks and desserts, light savory meals, and even mocktails and cocktails, plus CBD skin care such as an anti-inflammatory face mask and a coconut oil moisturiser.

Book The CBD Handbook

Download or read book The CBD Handbook written by Melissa Petitto and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The CBD Handbook shows you a multitude of creative ways to use CBD oil, from food to bath products. Cannabidiol (commonly called CBD oil) boasts a slew of positive effects on mental and physical health, whether it’s consumed or applied topically. It comes from the Cannabis plant and is one of many chemicals produced by it. Unlike THC, CBD has no psychoactive effects and is legal for use throughout the United States. Since it’s legalization, CBD has been everywhere and there’s no shortage of uses for the product. But rather than blandly putting it in your coffee every morning, The CBD Handbook shows creative ways to treat yourself and your friends to a little dose of this trending “essential oil”—including delicious main courses, next level drinks, pet treats, bath bombs and other pampering needs, and more. Tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your CBD oil of choice are peppered throughout. Whether it’s used to calm an anxious animal, soothe sensitive skin, or reduce chronic pain, these recipes guide you through the most valuable and interesting uses of CBD oil. If you’re new to or curious about CBD oil and what you can do with it, this is the book for you. Discover today’s top trending health and wellness topics with the Everyday Wellbeing series from Chartwell Books. From smart eating habits to personal growth advice, these engaging lifestyle guides give you the expert tips and life hacks you need to help you make good choices while practicing mindfulness and self-love. Whether you want to explore cooking with new ingredients like adaptogens and CBD, or make it a priority to incorporate self-care into your daily routine, these brightly colored take-along handbooks have the tools you need to succeed. Other titles in the series include: The Celery Juice Cookbook, Adaptogens,The Complete Guide to Self-Care, The Instant Pot and Air Fryer Cookbook, and The Plant-Based Cookbook.

Book CBD Oil for Weight Loss

    Book Details:
  • Author : Mary J Kastten
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2019-07-25
  • ISBN : 9781082538278
  • Pages : 76 pages

Download or read book CBD Oil for Weight Loss written by Mary J Kastten and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-25 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's world, people are more aware of what they're putting on their plates, and they care a lot more about their exercise regimen. The myth of a quick fix in the form of a fat burning pill has long been debunked. Well, it's no wonder that people are put off by artificial stimulants given their list of potentially harmful side effects. Thus, you might want to look at the relationship of CBD oil and weight loss.Many folks have started to look for natural alternatives to boost their metabolism and lose the extra weight as a result. Surprising as it is, it turns out that cannabis, especially CBD, is actually capable of such great things.Yes, we know, weight loss and cannabis use don't usually go together in one sentence. In fact, people associate the plant with unstoppable food cravings that may lead to gaining excess weight. But these effects are linked mostly to THC, the psychoactive compound of the cannabis plant.We now live in an age where obesity is classified as an epidemic. The United States is one of the 'fattest' and unhealthiest nations in the developing world, in spite of the incredible amount of money spent on healthcare. Lack of exercise and poor diet are the twin culprits, although our reliance on prescription medications doesn't help either. On the plus side, there is an earnest desire for people to lose weight, which is why the weight loss industry is worth an astonishing $66 billion! But this, added to the fact that fewer people are dieting and more are gaining weight, tells us two things: One, weight loss supplements are fundamentally ineffective; and two, they are very, very expensive.This book is meant to serve as a guide to help you lose weight using CBD oil as a dietary supplement. I'll help you decide which delivery method and what dosage of hemp oil to take to help curb your appetite. I'll answer the most common questions related to using CBD oil: Will CBD oil get me high?Is CBD legal to use?Will it really help me to lose weight? What other conditions does it help?Where do I buy it?How much do I take?If you are looking for these answers, realize that you are not alone. I've heard these questions again and again, and working in the Denver cannabis industry I've already educated people on the potential of CBD-rich hemp oil. Now I've decided to take industry knowledge from the past 4 years and condense it into one easy to read, practical book. This guide is for people who want to buy and use CBD oil as a weight loss aid, not grow their own plants and extract the oil.

Book The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

Download or read book The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2017-03-31 with total page 487 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Significant changes have taken place in the policy landscape surrounding cannabis legalization, production, and use. During the past 20 years, 25 states and the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis and/or cannabidiol (a component of cannabis) for medical conditions or retail sales at the state level and 4 states have legalized both the medical and recreational use of cannabis. These landmark changes in policy have impacted cannabis use patterns and perceived levels of risk. However, despite this changing landscape, evidence regarding the short- and long-term health effects of cannabis use remains elusive. While a myriad of studies have examined cannabis use in all its various forms, often these research conclusions are not appropriately synthesized, translated for, or communicated to policy makers, health care providers, state health officials, or other stakeholders who have been charged with influencing and enacting policies, procedures, and laws related to cannabis use. Unlike other controlled substances such as alcohol or tobacco, no accepted standards for safe use or appropriate dose are available to help guide individuals as they make choices regarding the issues of if, when, where, and how to use cannabis safely and, in regard to therapeutic uses, effectively. Shifting public sentiment, conflicting and impeded scientific research, and legislative battles have fueled the debate about what, if any, harms or benefits can be attributed to the use of cannabis or its derivatives, and this lack of aggregated knowledge has broad public health implications. The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids provides a comprehensive review of scientific evidence related to the health effects and potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis. This report provides a research agendaâ€"outlining gaps in current knowledge and opportunities for providing additional insight into these issuesâ€"that summarizes and prioritizes pressing research needs.

Book The Vegan Stoner Presents Eat Di Herb

Download or read book The Vegan Stoner Presents Eat Di Herb written by Jadie Byrd and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-24 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eat Di Herb brings a delicious, innovative and refreshing take on cooking with cannabis. In this cookbook you'll get easy follow instructions on how to prepare vegan recipes by infusing them with cannabis oil. The book is also a great guide for those transitioning to a vegan and/or plant based diet. The book is broken down with step by step instructions for infused oil preparation, breakfast recipes, meals, snacks, appetizers and soothing herbal smoking blends.

Book Therapeutic Uses of Cannabis

Download or read book Therapeutic Uses of Cannabis written by British Medical Association and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1997-11-18 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the last Annual Representative Meeting of the British Medical Association a motion was passed that `certain additional cannabinoids should be legalized for wider medicinal use.'' This report supports this landmark statement by reviewing the scientific evidence for the therapeutic use of cannabinoids and sets the agenda for change. It will be welcomed by those who believe that cannabinoids can be used in medical treatment. The report discusses in a clear and readable form the use and adverse effects of the drug for nausea, multiple sclerosis, pain, epilepsy, glaucoma, and asthma.

Book Cooking with CBD Oil

    Book Details:
  • Author : Daniels Ross Ph D
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2019-10-30
  • ISBN : 9781703873603
  • Pages : 118 pages

Download or read book Cooking with CBD Oil written by Daniels Ross Ph D and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-30 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With medical marijuana legalized in more and more states and with some even legalizing recreational marijuana, people have been finding new ways of appreciating the herb. For those who aren't fans of smoking or just want to try something a little different, cooking with cannabis is the way to go.Before learning about ways to make marijuana your go-to herb in the kitchen, find out whether it's legal in the state you're in. Currently, medical marijuana is legal in 30 states and Washington, D.C., while eight states and the District of Columbia have legalized it for recreational use. Thirteen states, however, have decriminalization laws in effect, so make sure to know what the legalities are where you live first.Have you ever thought about cooking with CBD oil? It's actually almost as easy as just dropping it under your tongue.I have covered CBD consumption in some books here and here. But for those of you brand new to CBD or who are feeling intimidated about trying it, don't be!While CBD is derived from Sativa cannabis, hemp CBD is free of psychoactive THC. While you may experience feelings of mental wellness (relaxation, reduced anxiety, and calm) after consuming CBD, you will NOT experience a high with hemp-derived CBD. And because it's THC-free, it's legal in all 50 states, making it easy for you to acquire and cook with! If you're new to CBD, I recommend trying HempleBox, who will take the guesswork out of trying different brands and product lines! Consuming CBD tincture sublingually is certainly an easy way to ingest CBD, but most CBDs have a slightly herbal flavor which is makes it a lovely flavor enhancer for smoothies, sauces, dressings, and beverages (CBD cocktails are all the rage now for example).If you're already preparing a healthy meal or dish, why not add a little CBD for even greater health benefit!Here are some of CBD-infused dishes that are simple to prepare and that taste delicious.There are a lot of things you can do to boost the healthfulness of your cooking. The current trend: CBD oil, a nonpsychotropic derivative of the cannabis plant that won't get you stoned, but has been shown to combat such illnesses as epilepsy, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, early onset Alzheimer's and dementia, and even inhibit the growth of some cancer cells. The degree to which CBD oil can affect those varied disorders is still being investigated, but studies have shown the oil to have anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and anxiety-reducing properties. So if you're into feeling better, feeling happier, and feeling more calm, you may as well pull up a dram.

Book The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis

Download or read book The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis written by Brian F. Thomas and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A volume in the Emerging Issues in Analytical Chemistry series, The Analytical Chemistry of Cannabis: Quality Assessment, Assurance, and Regulation of Medicinal Marijuana and Cannabinoid Preparations provides analytical chemistry methods that address the latest issues surrounding cannabis-based products. The plethora of marketed strains of cannabis and cannabinoid-containing products, combined with the lack of industry standards and labelling requirements, adds to the general perception of poor quality control and limited product oversight. The methods described in this leading-edge volume help to support the manufacturing, labelling, and distribution of safe and consistent products with known chemical content and demonstrated performance characteristics. It treats analytical chemistry within the context of the diverse issues surrounding medicinal and recreational cannabis in a manner designed to foster understanding and rational perspective in non-scientist stakeholders as well as scientists who are concerned with bringing a necessary degree of order to a field now characterized by confusion and contradiction. Addresses current and emerging analytical chemistry methods - an approach that is unique among the literature on this topic Presents information from a broad perspective of the issues in a single compact volume Employs language comprehensible to non-technical stakeholders as well as to specialists in analytical chemistry

Book The Basics of CBD Hemp Oil

Download or read book The Basics of CBD Hemp Oil written by N.J. Massage & Spa and published by N.J. Massage & Spa. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hemp oil comes from the hemp seed and it has been traditionally used in lubricants, paint, ink manufacture, fuel and plastic products. It is also used in the production of skin care products, natural soaps, shampoos and detergents. In recent years, hemp seed oil has been recognized as natures most balanced oil for human nutrition with the perfect three to one Omega three to Omega six ratio required by the human body. Find out everything you need to know about CBD Hemp Oil, and how it can help you in many ways.

Book The Pegan Diet

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dr. Mark Hyman
  • Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
  • Release : 2021-02-23
  • ISBN : 0316537101
  • Pages : 256 pages

Download or read book The Pegan Diet written by Dr. Mark Hyman and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2021-02-23 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twelve-time New York Times bestselling author Mark Hyman, MD, presents his unique Pegan diet—including meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists. For decades, the diet wars have pitted advocates for the low-carb, high-fat paleo diet against advocates of the exclusively plant-based vegan diet and dozens of other diets leaving most of us bewildered and confused. For those of us on the sidelines, trying to figure out which approach is best has been nearly impossible—both extreme diets have unique benefits and drawbacks. But how can it be, we've asked desperately, that our only options are bacon and butter three times a day or endless kale salads? How do we eat to reverse disease, optimal health, longevity and performance. How do we eat to reverse climate change? There must be a better way! Fortunately, there is. With The Pegan Diet's food-is-medicine approach, Mark Hyman explains how to take the best aspects of the paleo diet (good fats, limited refined carbs, limited sugar) and combine them with the vegan diet (lots and lots of fresh, healthy veggies) to create a delicious diet that is not only good for your brain and your body, but also good for the planet. Featuring thirty recipes and plenty of infographics illustrating the concepts, The Pegan Diet offers a balanced and easy-to-follow approach to eating that will help you get, and stay, fit, healthy, focused, and happy—for life.

Book It Shouldn t be this Hard to Serve Your Country

Download or read book It Shouldn t be this Hard to Serve Your Country written by David J. Shulkin and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The former VA secretary describes his fight to save health care from politics and money-and how it was ultimately derailed by a small group of unelected officials with influence in the Trump White House. Known in health care circles for his ability to fix ailing hospitals, Dr. David Shulkin was originally brought into government by President Obama, in an attempt to save the broken Department of Veterans Affairs. When President Trump made him VA secretary, Dr. Shulkin was as shocked as anyone. Yet this surprise was trivial compared to what Shulkin encountered as the VA secretary: a team of political appointees devoted to stopping anyone-including the secretary himself-who stood in the way of privatizing the organization and implementing their agenda. In this uninhibited memoir, Shulkin opens up about why the government has long struggled to get good medical care to military veterans and the plan he had for how to address these problems. This is a book about the commitment we make to the people who risk their lives for our country, how and why we've failed to honor it, and why the new administration may be taking us in the wrong direction.

Book The Role of Hemp  Cannabis Sativa L   as a Functional Food in Vegetarian Nutrition

Download or read book The Role of Hemp Cannabis Sativa L as a Functional Food in Vegetarian Nutrition written by Gianluca Rizzo and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: Recently, there has been a renewed interest in Cannabis sativa and its uses. The recreational use of inflorescences as a source of THC has led to the legal restriction of C. sativa cultivation to limit the detrimental effects of psychotropic substance abuse on health. However, this has also limited the cultivation of textile/industrial varieties with a low content of THC used for textile and nutritional purposes. While previously the bans had significantly penalized the cultivation of C. sativa, today many countries discriminate between recreational use (marijuana) and industrial and food use (hemp). The stalks of industrial hemp (low in psychotropic substances) have been used extensively for textile purposes while the seeds are nutritionally versatile. From hemp seeds, it is possible to obtain flours applicable in the bakery sector, oils rich in essential fatty acids, proteins with a high biological value and derivatives for fortification, supplementation and nutraceutical purposes. Hemp seed properties seem relevant for vegetarian diets, due to their high nutritional value and underestimated employment in the food sector. Hemp seed and their derivatives are a valuable source of protein, essential fatty acids and minerals that could provide additional benefit to vegetarian nutrition. This document aims to explore the information available in the literature about hemp seeds from a nutritional point of view, highlighting possible beneficial effects for humans with particular attention to vegetarian nutrition as a supplemental option for a well-planned diet

Book The CBD Oil Miracle

Download or read book The CBD Oil Miracle written by Laura Lagano and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Improve your health and happiness with a guide to nature's miracle oil Discover all the ways in which cannabidiol, a natural remedy from the cannabis plant, can change your life. The healing properties of this ancient medicine can boost mood, relieve pain, calm inflammation, improve heart health, strengthen bones, promote brain health, balance hormones, regulate the immune system, soothe skin conditions, and contribute to overall wellness in so many ways. The CBD Oil Miracle guides you through the medicinal history and science behind CBD oil and empowers you to: · Determine the dosage and intake form that is right for you and become an informed shopper · Use CBD to alleviate more than 30 common conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, depression, diabetes, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, and migraine · Calm an anxious pet and treat many common dog and cat illnesses · Benefit from the anti-aging effects CBD can bring to your beauty and skincare routine · Boost your immune-system, heart, and brain health Expert yet understandable information will help you learn about this compound that is rapidly sparking interest around the globe.

Book Business Plan for the First CBD Restaurant in Germany  Effects and Potentials of the Hemp Plant

Download or read book Business Plan for the First CBD Restaurant in Germany Effects and Potentials of the Hemp Plant written by Virginia Schütze and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2022-05-10 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2022 in the subject Business economics - Company formation, Business Plans, grade: 1,3, , language: English, abstract: Nowadays, many people think of the word "cannabis" directly in terms of smoking pot and have prejudices. But hemp is one of the oldest and most versatile useful and cultivated plants. This is exactly what we want to show the visitors of the first CBD restaurant in Germany. In our restaurant "CannaBowl" we present what is possible with the plant. The hemp plant is not only versatile but also sustainable and healthy. Due to its unusually high nutrient density, hemp is one of those foods that can definitely be called a superfood. In the form of seeds, oil, or nuts, it is rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, B vitamins and all nine essential amino acids. In addition, all components of the hemp plant can be utilized and it requires little to no use of synthetic pesticides and herbicides in cultivation, keeping environmental impact low. The hemp plant also has a positive effect on the soil structure of the growing area. It suppresses the growth of weeds and improves the subsoil, which also benefits other organic crops. For these reasons, the hemp plant is ideal for organic and sustainable cultivation. We want to establish ourselves as one of the first CBD restaurants in Germany and support regional suppliers and global ecological projects together with our customers. In doing so, we would like to actively participate in the preservation of the environment and ecosystems. We also want to educate people about the potential of the hemp plant and restore its reputation.

Book Cannabinoids and Pain

    Book Details:
  • Author : Samer N. Narouze
  • Publisher : Springer Nature
  • Release : 2021-07-01
  • ISBN : 3030691861
  • Pages : 339 pages

Download or read book Cannabinoids and Pain written by Samer N. Narouze and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-07-01 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a well-balanced view of the potential medical use of cannabinoids in pain. It comprehensively covers the current challenges with medical cannabis utilization and provides recommendations for research and future directions. Organized into nine sections, the book begins with an introduction to medical cannabis, including its history, regulations, and the general attitudes of pain physicians on cannabis. Section two explores the biological effects of marijuana via the endocannabinoid system and its complex structure of receptors and enzymes. Sections three, four, and five then delve further into pharmacology and the mechanisms of action applicable to cannabinoids in managing pain. Timely and socially conscious, section six examines the benefits of substituting opioids with cannabinoids for preoperative management. Echoing the book's well-rounded content, sections seven and eight consider the challenges with medical cannabis, including safety and quality control, brain development risks, vaping hazards, and withdrawal. The book then closes with a look at the future of cannabis in medical research. Thoroughly and equitably composed, Cannabinoids and Pain is an invaluable resource for primary care physicians, pain and palliative care physicians, and oncologists.

Book How Not to Die

    Book Details:
  • Author : Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM
  • Publisher : Flatiron Books
  • Release : 2015-12-08
  • ISBN : 1250066123
  • Pages : 352 pages

Download or read book How Not to Die written by Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM and published by Flatiron Books. This book was released on 2015-12-08 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the physician behind the wildly popular NutritionFacts website, How Not to Die reveals the groundbreaking scientific evidence behind the only diet that can prevent and reverse many of the causes of disease-related death. The vast majority of premature deaths can be prevented through simple changes in diet and lifestyle. In How Not to Die, Dr. Michael Greger, the internationally-renowned nutrition expert, physician, and founder of NutritionFacts.org, examines the fifteen top causes of premature death in America-heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, Parkinson's, high blood pressure, and more-and explains how nutritional and lifestyle interventions can sometimes trump prescription pills and other pharmaceutical and surgical approaches, freeing us to live healthier lives. The simple truth is that most doctors are good at treating acute illnesses but bad at preventing chronic disease. The fifteen leading causes of death claim the lives of 1.6 million Americans annually. This doesn't have to be the case. By following Dr. Greger's advice, all of it backed up by strong scientific evidence, you will learn which foods to eat and which lifestyle changes to make to live longer. History of prostate cancer in your family? Put down that glass of milk and add flaxseed to your diet whenever you can. Have high blood pressure? Hibiscus tea can work better than a leading hypertensive drug-and without the side effects. Fighting off liver disease? Drinking coffee can reduce liver inflammation. Battling breast cancer? Consuming soy is associated with prolonged survival. Worried about heart disease (the number 1 killer in the United States)? Switch to a whole-food, plant-based diet, which has been repeatedly shown not just to prevent the disease but often stop it in its tracks. In addition to showing what to eat to help treat the top fifteen causes of death, How Not to Die includes Dr. Greger's Daily Dozen -a checklist of the twelve foods we should consume every day.Full of practical, actionable advice and surprising, cutting edge nutritional science, these doctor's orders are just what we need to live longer, healthier lives.