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Plant Power: Flip Your Plate, Change Your Weight
Plant Power is a guide to harnessing the power of plants and enjoying the benefits of a plant-forward diet, by Ian K. Smith, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Clean & Lean...
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256 pages, Hardcover
Published April 5, 2022
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Ian K. Smith
48 books369 followersIan K. Smith, M.D.,Ian K. Smith, M.D. is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of SUPER SHRED, SHRED, THE 4 DAY DIET, THE FAT SMASH DIET and EXTREME FAT SMASH DIET among 7 other books including, SHRED Diet Cookbook , EAT, Happy , and The Blackbird Papers. His newest book, THE SHRED POWER CLEANSE, is available 12/29/15.
He is a former co-host of Emmy-winning “The Doctors” TV show, and a medical contributor to “The Rachael Ray Show."
He is the former medical correspondent for NBC News network and for NewsChannel 4 where he filed reports for NBC’s “Nightly News” and the “Today” show as well as WNBC’s various news broadcasts. He has appeared extensively on various broadcasts including “The Oprah Show,” “Good Morning America” “CBS This Morning” “The View,” “The Talk,” “Dr. Oz,” ‘Dr. Phil,” “Anderson Cooper 360″ and “Showbiz Tonight.”
He has written for various publications including Time, Newsweek, Men’s Health, and the New York Daily News, and has been featured in several other publications including, Publisher’s Weekly, Red Book, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, People, Essence, Ebony, University of Chicago Medicine on the Midway, Cosmopolitan, Women’s World, and Black Enterprise.
Dr. Smith is the founder of two major national health initiatives—the 50 Million Pound Challenge and the Makeover Mile—that have helped millions of people lose weight and improve their health.
A graduate of Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. Smith was appointed to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition in 2010 and is serving a second term.
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He is a former co-host of Emmy-winning “The Doctors” TV show, and a medical contributor to “The Rachael Ray Show."
He is the former medical correspondent for NBC News network and for NewsChannel 4 where he filed reports for NBC’s “Nightly News” and the “Today” show as well as WNBC’s various news broadcasts. He has appeared extensively on various broadcasts including “The Oprah Show,” “Good Morning America” “CBS This Morning” “The View,” “The Talk,” “Dr. Oz,” ‘Dr. Phil,” “Anderson Cooper 360″ and “Showbiz Tonight.”
He has written for various publications including Time, Newsweek, Men’s Health, and the New York Daily News, and has been featured in several other publications including, Publisher’s Weekly, Red Book, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, People, Essence, Ebony, University of Chicago Medicine on the Midway, Cosmopolitan, Women’s World, and Black Enterprise.
Dr. Smith is the founder of two major national health initiatives—the 50 Million Pound Challenge and the Makeover Mile—that have helped millions of people lose weight and improve their health.
A graduate of Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Dr. Smith was appointed to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition in 2010 and is serving a second term.
http://shredlife.com/about-shred/abou...
http://us.macmillan.com/author/ianksmith
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April 5, 2022
Plant Power states that it is not a diet book. It is a lifestyle change book. However, it does include the typical diet books’ four-week eating plan, recipes and food limits. But no photographs or nutritional information is included.
Eating more plants and less meat is a laudable goal both for your health and the environment’s. But I’m not sure that such a strict regimen is necessary or desirable to achieve that goal. I’m also not sure if I could eat five servings of fruit in one meal. Or the same servings of vegetables in another meal either.
Another issue is that the meal plan doesn’t seem very well-planned. Some meals include very specific portion sizes like four slices of turkey on a sandwich. A few pages later the meal just says a ham sandwich. Should it also have exactly four slices too? It seems rather haphazard.
Worst of all, I didn’t feel the usual “let’s go” motivation after reading Plant Power. I’ve read several other books by this author, and this was the least motivating of them all. For those reasons, I don’t recommend this book. 2 stars.
Thanks to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
Eating more plants and less meat is a laudable goal both for your health and the environment’s. But I’m not sure that such a strict regimen is necessary or desirable to achieve that goal. I’m also not sure if I could eat five servings of fruit in one meal. Or the same servings of vegetables in another meal either.
Another issue is that the meal plan doesn’t seem very well-planned. Some meals include very specific portion sizes like four slices of turkey on a sandwich. A few pages later the meal just says a ham sandwich. Should it also have exactly four slices too? It seems rather haphazard.
Worst of all, I didn’t feel the usual “let’s go” motivation after reading Plant Power. I’ve read several other books by this author, and this was the least motivating of them all. For those reasons, I don’t recommend this book. 2 stars.
Thanks to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
May 15, 2022
Plant Power~~
According to Ian K. Smith MD in his 2022 book Plant Power: Change Your Plate, Change Your Weight , the definition of a plant-based diet may be different for different people and he understands it as being very heavy on plants with occasional small servings of chicken, fish, and cheese, I believe. I disagree. That seems insulting and wrong-minded.
It's frustrating to me that he admits that he doesn't need animal-based food for his health, fitness, and energy. He feels super-energized and great by switching to eating mostly plants, but doesn't want to give up the taste of his fatty, disease-causing food that farmed animals suffer and die to provide him;
Smith is a black who has been on the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition twice under President Obama. He's graduated from prestigious medical universities, but I don't know what kind of medical doctor he is. Not only doesn't he mention it anywhere, but he doesn't discuss any patients he has treated. Perhaps he's a doctor of sports medicine, but he still could talk about his patients and not just his own experience.
I'm glad he's enjoying his plants, truly, but his diet is more of a flexitarian one in my opinion.
I read the book in a couple hours. It's not long on the research, but it could be enough for his fan base. They've seen him on popular talk shows like Rachel Ray.
His point system seems rather sophomoric and unnecessary if you simply eat plants. His recipes for four almost always are roasted in the oven, which is hardly what I want to do in summer. I found no smoothies, sandwiches, juices, soups, desserts, steamed food.
There are much more helpful and interesting books if you're interested in beginning or tweaking a plant-based diet. I've been enjoying a whole foods plant-based diet for nearly two decades and have read a lot of health books. Read instead medical experts like Joel Fuhrman, Michael Greger, Neal Barnard, Brooke Goldner, John McDougall, Will Bulsiewicz, Caldwell Esselstyn, and T. Colin Campbell.
According to Ian K. Smith MD in his 2022 book Plant Power: Change Your Plate, Change Your Weight , the definition of a plant-based diet may be different for different people and he understands it as being very heavy on plants with occasional small servings of chicken, fish, and cheese, I believe. I disagree. That seems insulting and wrong-minded.
It's frustrating to me that he admits that he doesn't need animal-based food for his health, fitness, and energy. He feels super-energized and great by switching to eating mostly plants, but doesn't want to give up the taste of his fatty, disease-causing food that farmed animals suffer and die to provide him;
Smith is a black who has been on the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition twice under President Obama. He's graduated from prestigious medical universities, but I don't know what kind of medical doctor he is. Not only doesn't he mention it anywhere, but he doesn't discuss any patients he has treated. Perhaps he's a doctor of sports medicine, but he still could talk about his patients and not just his own experience.
I'm glad he's enjoying his plants, truly, but his diet is more of a flexitarian one in my opinion.
I read the book in a couple hours. It's not long on the research, but it could be enough for his fan base. They've seen him on popular talk shows like Rachel Ray.
His point system seems rather sophomoric and unnecessary if you simply eat plants. His recipes for four almost always are roasted in the oven, which is hardly what I want to do in summer. I found no smoothies, sandwiches, juices, soups, desserts, steamed food.
There are much more helpful and interesting books if you're interested in beginning or tweaking a plant-based diet. I've been enjoying a whole foods plant-based diet for nearly two decades and have read a lot of health books. Read instead medical experts like Joel Fuhrman, Michael Greger, Neal Barnard, Brooke Goldner, John McDougall, Will Bulsiewicz, Caldwell Esselstyn, and T. Colin Campbell.
May 13, 2022
As someone who eats mostly plant based, I found this book to be a great starting point for those who want to incorporate more plant based meals/ snacks into their diets. It’s comprehensive and easy to follow and guides you with a 4 week plan. It includes recipes as well for both animal and plant eaters. If your looking to change up your food choices and longing to feel better then this book is a great way to introduce yourself to this new way of eating.
November 21, 2025
If your parents encouraged you to “eat your fruits and vegetables,” they had your best interest in mind. Dr. Ian Smith recommends fueling your body with immune boosting foods to prevent disease. “We are so busy in our lives of consumption that we forget that every second of every day the change in climate has meaningful effects on our living environment and our relationship to the physical world.” Common sense guidelines include moderation; be mindful of what you add to your beverages; check the ingredients for higher nutrients and lower sugar content.
A point system calculation may help the reader consume meals rather than snacks throughout the day. Diversify your food choices to “prevent food boredom.” Incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables. Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables are allowed; nonetheless, avoid added sugars and chemicals.
“A plant power five-day warm-up” consists of a combination of plant-based and animal-based snacks. Drink water, limit caffeine, enjoy spices and unlimited plain brewed herbal tea. Decrease sodas that can trigger overeating. Avoid white bread and white pasta. Select whole-grain or whole wheat breads. Smith’s recipes include: beans, peas, salads, kale, yogurt, cottage cheese, honey, seeds, and berries. Poultry, seafood, rice, protein, eggs, and fiber increase energy levels.
The Plant Power Program combines nutrition to lower cholesterol and exercise for better cognitive recognition and muscle growth. Gain the benefits of balancing fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and fish. Cancer prevention foods, mood boosters, health benefits, immune system support with vitamin enriching calcium and minerals support the National Academy of Medicine, American Heart Association, and Public Health Nutrition guidelines.
Walking at least 10,000 steps daily typically boosts energy and defers obesity maintenance or complications. A healthful diet without compromising taste and an exercise strategy inspire the reader. A transition from grab-and-go junk foods to decent meals can save participants money and protect the planet, “Plant Power is a guide to harnessing the power of plants and enjoying the benefits of a plant-forward diet.”
As the founder of the “50 Million Pound Challenge” and the “Makeover Mile,” Dr. Smith has helped people lose weight and improve their health. His books and publications in Time, Newsweek, Men’s Health, and the New York Daily News in addition to York Daily News, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, People, Essence, Ebony, Cosmopolitan, Women’s World, and Black Enterprise ignite curiosity. Smith earned degrees from Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and served on various fitness councils. The “Power of the Plant” can change your life!
A point system calculation may help the reader consume meals rather than snacks throughout the day. Diversify your food choices to “prevent food boredom.” Incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables. Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables are allowed; nonetheless, avoid added sugars and chemicals.
“A plant power five-day warm-up” consists of a combination of plant-based and animal-based snacks. Drink water, limit caffeine, enjoy spices and unlimited plain brewed herbal tea. Decrease sodas that can trigger overeating. Avoid white bread and white pasta. Select whole-grain or whole wheat breads. Smith’s recipes include: beans, peas, salads, kale, yogurt, cottage cheese, honey, seeds, and berries. Poultry, seafood, rice, protein, eggs, and fiber increase energy levels.
The Plant Power Program combines nutrition to lower cholesterol and exercise for better cognitive recognition and muscle growth. Gain the benefits of balancing fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and fish. Cancer prevention foods, mood boosters, health benefits, immune system support with vitamin enriching calcium and minerals support the National Academy of Medicine, American Heart Association, and Public Health Nutrition guidelines.
Walking at least 10,000 steps daily typically boosts energy and defers obesity maintenance or complications. A healthful diet without compromising taste and an exercise strategy inspire the reader. A transition from grab-and-go junk foods to decent meals can save participants money and protect the planet, “Plant Power is a guide to harnessing the power of plants and enjoying the benefits of a plant-forward diet.”
As the founder of the “50 Million Pound Challenge” and the “Makeover Mile,” Dr. Smith has helped people lose weight and improve their health. His books and publications in Time, Newsweek, Men’s Health, and the New York Daily News in addition to York Daily News, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, People, Essence, Ebony, Cosmopolitan, Women’s World, and Black Enterprise ignite curiosity. Smith earned degrees from Harvard, Columbia, and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and served on various fitness councils. The “Power of the Plant” can change your life!
April 9, 2022
It Works and It's Simple!
I like that it's not a starvation diet but more of a healthy journey to a longer and better life.
I like that it's not a starvation diet but more of a healthy journey to a longer and better life.
October 18, 2022
Good info and some yummy recipes
January 18, 2024
Really enjoyed this will read more by this author
January 18, 2024
I love the recipes and the practical advice easy to understand and to implement into everyday life I enjoy books like these I find them interesting and educational
August 14, 2022
Meh. It's primarily written for those who currently eat meat at every meal and find it "challenging" to eat more plant-based foods. The "easy" calculating system the author provides is convoluted and ridiculous.
October 10, 2021
This book is more of a weight loss/diet book than what I expected. I was hoping for more recipes (although there were some at the end) than a meal plan . It appears that the meal plan would be relatively easy to understand, but personally I don't like the rigidity of those kinds of approaches to weight loss. There is a great deal of educational material in this book, focusing on the benefits of increasing the amount of plant based foods in your diet, and also some of the reasons it is a good idea to decrease the amount of animal based foods in your diet also. Overall, if you are looking for a weight loss plan that is going to be more plant than animal based, this would be a good book for you. Thank you @netgalley and Dr. Ian K. Smith for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
February 12, 2022
I've read other books by this author that helped me with diet. Now that I've been reading of all the benefits of a more plant-based way to eat, Ian Smith seemed like a good choice to turn to for advice when I saw that he came out with this book.
I really appreciate that he took the time to help readers transition in a way that will feel more comfortable then just leaping in completely giving up meats. He included meal plans and recipes in this book. The goal is to come to a place where your diet is 70% plants and 30% meats.
I really appreciate that he took the time to help readers transition in a way that will feel more comfortable then just leaping in completely giving up meats. He included meal plans and recipes in this book. The goal is to come to a place where your diet is 70% plants and 30% meats.
October 7, 2021
I came down with a rare neuropathy this year and turned to a plant based diet for help and healing. This book gives you an easy road map I to delving I to a more plant based lifestyle. It includes research and wonderful weekly meal plans. A wonderful resource cookbook!
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