Readers
September 25, 2003 Ultraprevention: The 6-Week Plan That Will Make You Healthy.
Reviewer: A reader from Hamden, CT United States
This book has made a huge difference in the way I look at health. This easy-to-read book makes me feel empowered to take my health into my own hands, as opposed to being at the mercy of doctors who may simiply put a band-aid on the problem. I find the book extremely helpful in defining how to go to the source of my health issues, and be proactive to reverse them. I now know how to eat healthily and adopt a lifestyle that will allow me to minimize my health issues and increase my longevity. This book has changed my life! Thank you Dr. Liponis and Dr. Hyman!
September 19, 2003 THIS BOOK COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!!
Reviewer: A reader from NY, USA
I realize that's a big statement. It's a true one, however. Ultraprevention is a remarkable philosophy that can help you move from feeling so-so to terrific without an enormous amount of work. It's really more about a change in your attitude. The doctors feel that there are five forces that can destroy your health; they lucidly and concisely explain what each one is and then go on to tell you exactly what you need to do to overcome them. In the back of the book is an extensive list of possible changes you can make to ensure a disease-free life. Yes, it is a long list. But if you read the book carefully, you'll see that you don't have to adhere to each one. You decide. You pick what makes most sense for you. I doubt even the world's healthiest person could do all of it. Do what makes sense, and profit from it!
November 29, 2003 Finally!!
Reviewer: Ashley Ellis (see more about me) from Saint Charles, MO United States
I've always believed too many Americans use medications WAY too much and a lot of times they are unnecessary. This book helps you adopt a healthier style of eating and living that will keep you from having to use unnecessary medications. (This in no way means people who have specific medications (like insulin for diabetics) should stop taking them).
November 29, 2003 How to apply what you learn???
Reviewer: Cindy Schaefer from Miami, FL USA
Great book. The book reveals the Five Forces of Illness -- malnutrition, impaired metabolism, inflammation, impaired detoxification, and oxidative stress. The book then teaches you three simple steps to stop these forces by repairing the body through personalized nutrition, boosting the immune system, balancing hormones, stress management, and sleep restoration. This book does an excellent job of explaining "what to do" and "why". I'm convinced that you also need information on "how to consistently do it." In other words, what this book needs more of is information on how to follow-through and apply this knowledge to make it a part of your lifestyle. A friend of mine who is an endocrinologist physician gave me a book entitled "The Power of Habit" by Jack D. Hodge. It explains that any significant change in lifestyle requires changing habits. The book also teaches an easy, step-by-step process to allow you to make healthy living a permanent, automatic habit. Ultraprevention provides incredible information on how to live a healthy lifestyle, The Power of Habit will teach you how to actually apply the information. I recommend both books to not only teach you "what to do" and "why", but also "how to stick to it" and "how to apply what you learn."
November 29, 2003 Don't knock it till you've tried it.
Reviewer: A reader from CT United States
My husband and I transformed our life through Ultraprevention. And we've completed only part of what is recommended so far. We are gradually continuing on the path because it works. As patients of doctors Liponis and Hyman, it is hard to overstate their genuine caring and desire to help their patients live as fully as possible. How terrific that everyone can try their program through this book, not just those fortunate enough to be able to go to Canyon Ranch. The most important points we've learned from our experience: 1) Take charge of your own health. You cannot count on today's harrassed, malpractice-threatened, inappropriately incented doctors to do it for you. Even those with the best of intentions are hamstrung by the system. 2) The smallest steps in the right direction can bring significant rewards. The program is not overwhelming and complex when you think of it incrementally. Just take one bite at a time -- it's not an all or nothing exercise.
October 18, 2003 This book could also kill you.
Reviewer: A reader from New York, New York United States
If this book is meant to persuade you to stop taking important medications, then this book could kill you. There are so many dangerous books out there on the market that are published just to make money for their authors. Please please please consult your doctor before you follow any of the recommendations of this book.
November 29, 2003 This book could also save your life IF YOU READ IT.
Reviewer: A reader from Somerset, Pennsylvania United States
Notice how the previous review, "This book could also kill you", begins. "If this book is meant to persuade you to stop taking important medications..." It is obvious that this person hasn't read the book. The reviewer is speculating what the book might say. How about actually reading the book before posting your prejudices, friend? Doctors Hyman and Liponis were on the TODAY show today and had a lengthy segment in which to give a clear overview of the book. They were able to discuss their previous illnesses and why there is a problem with treating symptoms without regard for discovering and treating the cause. This is the reality of pharmeceutically indoctrinated doctors. Many will be offended by this message. In a real sense, there is a religious war being waged against complimentary practitioners by conventional doctors who cherish their beliefs and don't want to be confused facts that threaten establishment thinking. This is precisely what happened to Dr. Atkins, once branded a quack, and why it took sooooo long to eke out the gains in credibility his findings deserve. It is now being assimiliated into the mainstream because the facts can no longer be refuted. But make no mistake, he had a religious war on his hands, which is always the case when you go against the establishment powers-that-be.
October 16, 2003 Ultraprevention
Reviewer: A reader from Potomac, Md United States
Very practical book with excellent suggestions. It was broken down into very explicit chapters with excellent recommendations and very good eye-openers.
October 12, 2003 Liponis knows his stuff
Reviewer: John Rosen from Middletown, CT. United States
this is a fantastic book - i can tell you that the observations and insights mentioned, if applied, will add energy, enthusiasm as well as years to your life....do yourself a favor and not just buy the book....read and take action....
January 22, 2004 Sound Information; Great Guidelines; Great Checklists....
Reviewer: A reader from chicago, IL USA
This is a special book because it has extensive information about a variety of causes for health problems, and how to correct the situation. It tells you how to make changes to prevent problems. It tells you how to get tests performed to see where you are at with certain risk factors--this was particularly useful because some assessments are not "traditional" enough for the average doctor to immediately know how to get the test done and you'll need to know what labs do them. The food lists are excellent, to let you know what is best, next best, least good.... A ton of useful information from reputable authors, about health issues that are important but often undervalued by mainstream. A very interesting and useful book. Also highly recommended with this book is "Effortless Wellbeing: The Missing Ingredients for Authentic Wellness" by Evan Finer. Effortless Wellbeing will provide a concise program of mental and physical exercises, and some potent principles, to help you further your overall wellness.
January 17, 2004 One of the most up to date nutrition books
Reviewer: bonfig from Rochester, NY USA
This is a very well written book that breaks things down into simple terms for a "novice nutritionist" like myself. It offers clear and concise explanations of the points they're trying to get across. They're also not one sided. They don't bash the current medical establishment. They offer a new direction to go in when concerned about your health and quality of life. It has truly changed my life.
January 14, 2004 Get Well for Good
Reviewer: A reader from Grand Rapids, MI United States
If you'd like to get off your prescription medications, break free from fatigue, and experience true wellness, read Ultraprevention... then follow the six-week path to good health. Full of stories about real people, the book is interesting and engaging... an easy weekend read.
Authors Hyman and Liponis are both U.S.-trained physicians who write frankly about the strengths and weaknesses of our "health care" system. One is a cancer survivor, cured by the drugs and surgery of Western medicine, who was left wondering how he could ever have gotten so sick in the first place. The other had a knee that was deemed unfixable by Western medicine, but he found a cure through Chinese remedies. Both came out of their experiences determined to find a better approach for their patients.
After reading this book, I'm convinced that our "health care" system is really a "sick care" system, because of the way it isolates and treat illnesses rather than seeking to treat the root cause of our problems. Of course, we have a capitalist health care industry in which the profits come not from healing people, but from treating them. And we live in a quick-fix culture. And most of our food is tainted with pesticides, antibiotics, and artificial hormones. That can't be good. (As if all that disgusting information on mad cow disease isn't enough!)
So I'm changing the way I'm buying and preparing food (no more hydrogenated anything ever!), I've joined a gym, and I'm already feeling lots better. My 10-year-old son is off steroids, and continues to show great improvement with acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy. Many "chronic" conditions really can be cured, and this book is a great start to finding out how. There really is a better way! January 8, 2004 If I could give this book 10 stars I would...
Reviewer: Marianne Sinclair Tipps from Houston, Texas USA
After hearing about this book and its authors I felt it would be helpful in my search to take better care of my family's health. My expectations were low to say the least. It has, however, become one of the most influential books/studies of my life. I very quickly went online and purchased an additional 6 books to give to friends and family. Everyone should know what these men are trying to tell us. The book is written in common sense English, and gives very moving examples of how others have come to benefit from their studies and practice. It has forever changed the way I look at oils, fats, sugars, carbs, and dairy - especially dairy! You will be doing yourself the greatest favor to buy this book and read it right away. Good reading, and good health.
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