This is an excellent book which contains a number of very effective strategies on how to create a beautiful body. The author provides statistical details on what the factors consist of; namely 80% nutrition, 10% training and 10% genes.
The gym is a place where members can release great tension, forget about eating and boost the metabolism for planned meals thereafter. The author recommends eating every 2-3 hours in smaller portions. The purpose is to reduce cravings.
Nutritionally, we should eat less animal products, whole milk, white rice, sugar, candy, caffeine and transfats. A corollary is to avoid calorie dense foods like french fries and processed foods with little or no nutritive value. Sweets should be eliminated-period. Veggie proteins are highly sought. Examples are soy, quinoa and seaweeds. Spices should be added to food to enhance flavor and boost anti-oxidants. Examples are ginger, curry, cinnamon, cayenne, nutmeg, seeds, anise, sea salt, vinegar, low sodium broths and extra virgin oil.
Foods like squash, sweet potatoes, beans, lettuce and fiber are highly desirable. Natural sources of calcium are broccoli, spinach and fortified soy. I find that the Mediterranean and Paleolithic Diets are excellent promoters of longevity and health since the food is wholesome and devoid of classic artificial additives.
A plethora of gym exercises are demonstrated for the benefit of readers. Examples are gym abdominals, shoulder, triceps and chest exercises. Classic recipes are provided like oat pancakes, garlic soup, Fagita Tostada and spicy salmon. A very valuable standardized grocery
checklist is provided so make extra copies.
There are excellent reference sources; such as, the Journal of Cardiology, Nutritional Research, JAMA and the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Helpful websites are provided like [...] and [...] on hormones.
The book is a considerable value for the reasonable price charged. The presentation is easy to read and understandable . Serious dieters will find this volume extremely useful for weight loss and lifetime management of food, exercise and stress.
The book doesn't say so; however, you can achieve optimum performance by working alongside a physical therapist and professional nutritionist to supplement routine medical care by the family physician and coterie of specialists.
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