Healthy for Life: Developing Healthy Lifestyles That Have a Side Effect of Permanent Fat Loss

by Dr Ray D Strand MD

Dr. Strand reviews the medical literature and shows the reader how a carbohydrate induced roller coaster ride will harm the body.

Genres: Nonfiction, Nutrition, Health

346 pages, Paperback

First published January 25, 2005

Reviews

[Chris Doherty · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple explanation is carbs are killing Americans. Dr. Strand points out all carbs are not equal. The processed flour we use for breads, cereals, and pasta are worse than eating spoon fulls of sugar. He explains it scientifically. It's a pretty easy read. I've started avoiding most of the bad carbs, fortunately sourdough bread has some latic acid or something that makes it not so bad. The only thing I won't change is, I"M NOT GIVING UP PIZZA. That's where I draw the line.

[Angie Dianetti · Rating 3 out of 5]

some of the recipes need review by an editor/tester

[Ali · Rating 5 out of 5]

So important for good health.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really interesting read that makes sense to me. It really hits home how Americans (and people in general) are so addicted to carbohydrates and what it is doing to our bodies.

My only beef (no pun intended) is that, while I am not a vegetarian, I personally feel we need to focus on eating mostly plant foods not so much meat. I wish there was a way to incorporate this better into the eating plans. One recommended substitute for vegetarians includes soy, which I'm not a huge fan of either.

I would still highly recommend this book to someone trying to change their lifestyle and make it healthier, especially those who are diabetic or have diabetes in their families.

[Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I read this book I had no idea that the principles that I would learn would help me to have the dramatic improvement in health that I had. By understanding what was going on with my body I was able to become a healthier person.

[Kirsten · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting read about carbohydrate addiction and insulin resistance, and making sure to include food choices/exercise/cellular supplements in any lifestyle changes. (A fair number of typos, though. I'd like to send him a copy-edited version.)

[Nisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this book. I was worried it would be too scientific boring, but it wasn't. He explained the body in a way I understood and gave enough evidence for me to stay committed to a low-glycemic, exercise, and nutritional supplement lifestyle.

[Jennie]

This is an easy read and really covers the concept of low glycemic eating and how important it is to shed fat and maintain health. My dad has type 2 Diabetes and this book was very helpful in understanding the disease and how to accomadate his special needs.

[John · Rating 2 out of 5]

even more difficult to follow, but lots of info.

[Mindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another GREAT book by Dr. Strand. If you are serious about getting healthy or staying healthy, this is information that you need and you probably won't get from your Doctor.

[Joe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good insights into the importance of knowing the glycemic index of foods you eat.

[Mindaugas Vilius · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book about eating habits and solution to take control for your life.

I recommend this book.

[Elly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book - information that can save lives!

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book easy to read and interesting. There were some things I felt I can apply (and have), but over all it's a way of eating that I know I couldn't sell to my whole family.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book on helping to understand metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance and how to reverse it with a healthy lifestyle that leads to permanent fat loss. This book was a "wake up call" for me.