How Not to Die: Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease

From the physician behind the wildly popular website NutritionFacts org 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 Parkinsons 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 doesnt have to be the case By following Dr Gregers 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 Gregers Daily Dozen a checklist of the twelve foods we should consume every day Full of practical