The Real Age Makeover by Michael Roizen

by Michael F. Roizen

Dr. Michael Roizen hopes to discover a cure for the common birthday. The author of the bestselling book RealAge and Oprah guru, Roizen translates groundbreaking medical research into a series of calculations and choices that promise to reduce age-linked symptoms and diseases. The RealAge Makeover begins with a self-test of 132 health factor questions that compare your calendar age with your "real age"--based on healthy habits plus heredity, he rounds up the usual suspects (sun exposure, sleep patterns, good fats) as well as the unusual (the kind of chocolate you eat, the number of nagging unfinished tasks, your catsup consumption). Although Roizen flags heredity, he focuses on the three key factors of arteries (heart attack, stroke, memory loss), immune systems (prostrate and breast cancer), and environmental stresses (lung cancer, STDs). He offers a sliding scale of difficulty in his "younger every day suggestions." Whether talking about stress, diet, or disease, Roizen offers case examples and subtle and engaging strategies such as describing the role of living beyond your means in aging or the difference between "four-legged" and "no-leg fats." Readers looking for a quick fix will benefit less than those who follow the recommendations that require focus and commitment. As Baby Boomers age and books about turning back time increase, Roizen's will remain a standout. --Barbara Mackoff

Genres: Health, Self Help, Nonfiction, Reference

Paperback

First published April 6, 2004

About the author

Michael F. Roizen, MD

Reviews

[Natasa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very educational! I read this as part of the "Wellness Reading Group" and appreciated the group discussions. The book also reinforced some things I already knew. It's a great reference tool. Anyone who really cares about their health should read this book and take it to heart. We only live once!

[Megan McInnis · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best, most complete book I've ever read on health and longevity. Gives health advice ONLY based on meta-studies, making it more reliable than any other books I know on these subjects.

[Sabkymom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anyone who wants to maximize their time on this earth will want to read this. Based on meta-studies and written with the right mix of intelligent information and personal stories, this book will provide an easy game plan on how to increase your vitality and longevity.

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[Alina Collins]

a bit repetetive

[Stefanie Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

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