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3.41 AVERAGE
3.41 AVERAGE
I was impressed by this small book of medical advice. Most of it was common sense, but sadly, we have "progressed" so far, we have lost all common sense when it comes to our bodies. This doctor is pretty knowledgable about nutrition, which is unusual for a western medical professional (sorry, doctors!), but I found his opinion on GMO's (they won't hurt you) and toxins (just a fact of life, don't worry about them) rather shocking. If I thought my father and some of my unhealthier friends would read this, I would totally buy it for them!
Not much is new here, but it's nicely packaged and a good reminder. Routine, moderation, and being sensible rate highly in his book, more appealing at this age than earlier!
Yes, I liked it. I pulled the Short Guide from the best seller shelf at the library for both the information and the format. Organizing advice in short chapters really works and I want to use this structure for a book project of my own. While little of the information was new, I appreciate the accessible reminder Agus provides.
You'll know you have the copy I read if page 87 is already folded. I marked it for reference as the one example that made me snort aloud. Agus establishes the credibility of his data with preliminary reference to medical studies and proceeds in a matter-of-fact, common-sense tone. Then comes page 87 in the "Be Positive" chapter.
"There are many ways you can boost your positive outlook. ...All you need is a system that helps you to put even indescribable suffering into a wider context and tap into awareness of yourself." Yes, in a paragraph, that is all you need!
As I work on writing a short book myself, I will remember this passage with fondness. I'm prone to over think and over explain as I write. Thank you Dr. Agus. Your example helps me relax and realize that occasionally, summary statements are all you need.
You'll know you have the copy I read if page 87 is already folded. I marked it for reference as the one example that made me snort aloud. Agus establishes the credibility of his data with preliminary reference to medical studies and proceeds in a matter-of-fact, common-sense tone. Then comes page 87 in the "Be Positive" chapter.
"There are many ways you can boost your positive outlook. ...All you need is a system that helps you to put even indescribable suffering into a wider context and tap into awareness of yourself." Yes, in a paragraph, that is all you need!
As I work on writing a short book myself, I will remember this passage with fondness. I'm prone to over think and over explain as I write. Thank you Dr. Agus. Your example helps me relax and realize that occasionally, summary statements are all you need.
informative
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Chock-full of good reminders and lists about eating healthier and taking care of your body no matter your age. This will likely be a book I reference more and more.
Pretty basic information but short (as indicated by the title) and readable.
Well-written and brief, but the advice is all mainstream, conventional, and ignoring of the complexities of health. An easy read, but not worth the trouble unless you're a smoking, overweight, alcoholic to whom almost any change would improve your health.
Inspired by Michael Pollen's Food Rules, this is a book of rules, with each rule followed by three or so pages of why you should follow the rules. My favorite was "embrace your OCD." Meaning, it's a good thing to be fastidious about hand washing and keeping things clean.
informative
medium-paced