How Not To Die By Dr. Michael Greger Book Review

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Book Review: How Not To Die by Dr. Michael Greger

How Not To Die By Dr. Michael Greger
Amazon Link:
https://amzn.to/4fUIx62

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After being so impressed by
Dr. Michael Greger's book on aging; 'How Not To Age',
I couldn't resist diving into his
earlier work, 'How Not To Die'.
Both books have garnered rave
reviews, and with good reason.
If you've ever wondered just how much control
you have over your health, this book serves
up a feast of evidence and practical advice
without any of the guilt tripping.
Unless you count the 'Why didn't
I know this sooner’ guilt?'

The title ‘How Not to Die’-
Okay, it sounds a bit dramatic, but it's
more about living better - with purpose and vitality.
Think of it as an instruction manual for your body.
Dr. Greger's writing blends science, humor, and actionable
tips to create a book that's as
empowering as it is enlightening.
And spoiler alert-
The answer to many of our health issues is sitting right on our plates.

Clusters, Patterns, and Choices:

One chapter that hit
home for me, and I suspect it might
for you as well, is about how diseases
and dietary habits tend to cluster within families.
Greger points out that while genetics play a role,
much of what we
assume to be family destiny
can turn out sometimes to be family dinner.
This idea is as plain as the nose on your
face, or in this case, the broccoli on your plate.
But it's surprising how little we've acknowledged it.
Up until now.
I've seen people struggle with illnesses that seem to run
in their families, but after reading this chapter, 'How Not To Die'
suggests that many of these patterns might be
able to be disrupted more than we think.
And the best part?
It doesn't require an overhaul of
your entire life- just small, consistent changes.

Eating Our Way To Longevity:

Dr.Greger's 'Daily Dozen' checklist is a game changer.
It's a simple list of foods and activities
to incorporate into your day, from leafy greens
and berries to exercise and drinking water.
Yes, folks, hydration makes the cut.
The genius here is that it focuses on what you can add
to your diet rather than what you need to cut out.
It's all about abundance, not deprivation.
One memorable moment was when Gregor explained how we
can eat the rainbow and no Skittles, don't count.
He's talking about vibrant,
colorful fruits and vegetables.
The pigments that make blueberries blue
and carrots orange aren't just pretty.
They're packed with antioxidants and nutrients.
Turns out Mother Nature knows her stuff.

How Not To Die By Dr. Michael Greger
Amazon Link:
https://amzn.to/4fUIx62