Patrick Holford's New Optimum Nutrition Bible : The Book You Have to Read If You Care About Your Health
About this product
Optimum nutrition is a revolution in health care - it means giving your body the best possible intake of nutrients to allow you to be as healthy as you can. Through easy-to-follow questionnaires and a simple step-by-step plan THE OPTIMUM NUTRITION BIBLE shows you what to eat and what nutrients to take to live a healthier, happier life. Discover how to: boost your immune system; increase your energy and fitness levels; prevent serious diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart disease; turn back the ageing clock; lower your blood pressure without drugs; increase your IQ, memory and mental performance. You'll also find fascinating information on why the wrong fats can kill and the right fats can heal, and what a well-balanced diet really means. Based on scientific research and written by one of the world's leading nutrition experts, this book is a must if you care about your health. Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this book is very informative, easy to read and understand, and a valuable reference with practical health and nutrition guidance. Some readers describe it as life changing and appreciate the balanced, science-focused approach.
Goodreads reviews are also generally positive, with readers calling it a strong overview of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, diet, detoxing, and digestion. A few readers note that it can feel repetitive or dense, but still worthwhile for the breadth of information.
One Amazon-facing summary also suggests the book is useful for readers looking for straightforward nutrition advice, though it is described as a complex read because it covers a lot of material. A general web result about the book frames it as a widely discussed nutrition title with enduring interest among health-focused readers.
Overall: the dominant customer opinion is positive, especially for readers wanting a detailed, practical nutrition reference, while the main criticism is that it can be information-heavy.
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Specifications
| Topic | Nutrition |
Product Details
| ASIN | 0749925523 |
| Publisher | Piatkus Hb/Tpb |
| Publication date | January 1, 2004 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 576 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9780749925529 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0749925529 |
| Item Weight | 1.62 pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.02 x 1.61 x 9.17 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #871,626 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4,203 in Other Diet Books #4,693 in Nutrition (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (641) |