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Editorial Review: When it comes to living longer, scientists are discovering that less is more. By following Calorie Restriction, a revolutionary diet that provides the body with fewer calories than is traditionally required, people are getting dramatic benefits. Now, with The CR Way, you too can slow the aging process; protect against cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes; and increase your energy and mental capabilities. And, if needed, you'll lose weight and keep it off.
Paul McGlothin and Meredith Averill, leaders of the Calorie Restriction Society, provide quick and easy menus and recipes so delicious that you will wonder why you ever wanted to eat more than you need. And for those who want some of the benefits without sacrificing all the calories, the authors will show you how to plan a diet that works for you. Groundbreaking and controversial, The CR Way is your key to a happier, healthier life.
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1 of 1 found this review helpful:
Very Original "Diet" Book, 2008-06-19
The CR Way: Using the Secrets of Calorie Restriction for a Longer, Healthier Life
Very insightful read. Biology and nutrition are my favorite topics to read about. This really delivers an interesting perspective that you won't find in other books. An original approach that will open your eyes and let you appreciate the information that these well-informed authors have gathered and provided.
9 of 10 found this review helpful:
Ideal recommendations based on science, 2008-05-30
Years ago when I homeschooled my kids, I used a curriculum guide with highly unattainable goals. If you followed it precisely, you would need 36-hour days. But, it was great as a resource from which I would pick and choose ideas. I'm using 'The CR Way' much the same way. Other reviewers may see this book as too ambitious, but as experience has taught me, good habits tend to multiply over time. What might appear over-the-top to me today, just might seem logical and doable in the future. As they say: "Never say never."
Still, at the moment, some of the advice in 'The CR Way' isn't practical or desirable for me. Feeling alive and in vibrant health is a core goal of mine. My version of CRON needs to be consistent with that. So I won't be eating a 'tease meal' before breakfast, as these authors suggest. Nor will I be eating most of my calories in the morning and poking myself with a glucometer several times.
These practices would make me feel like a sick person. I just won't go there. At least, not until I need to. And truthfully, one of the reasons I'm attracted to CRON in the first place is a desire to stay away from glucometers, pills, doctors and needles.
I used to be a 'junk food' vegan--lots of pasta, baked goodies, bread, etc. This book, and others in the same vein such as Fuhrman, Hyman, McDougall, etc, are helping me reform my grainiac ways. I love the idea of eating nutrient-dense foods, and can't wait to try out some of the vegetarian recipes in the 'CR Way.' Most, but not all, are plant-based recipes, which pleases me enormously, but the real kicker is this: Many appear easy and time-efficient, a nice departure from the labor-intensive recipes I've been making lately.
These authors have given us the gift of laying out in great detail their CRON lifestyle. I think of it as a case-study based on good science, but is up to interested readers to pull out what seems practical to do in their own lives. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in living well and retaining health through their golden years. The longevity angle: nice, but no guarantee.
1 of 2 found this review helpful:
Changing my life, 2008-05-23
I am in process of finishing this book and have found it to be extremely motivating for me to follow a CR lifestyle. So, I would say that if you're interested in improving your health, you should read this book.
9 of 12 found this review helpful:
Did I read the same book?, 2008-05-20
I've read all of the Walford books, and frankly, despite the heavy emphasis on science, find them much more informative on the topic of CR.
I also find that Walford presents ideas on how CR can be made eminently liveable...and, frankly, I don't see the CR Way as practiced by these authors as liveable.
They don't eat after 1:00 p.m. They recommend minimal amounts of protein. They recommend minimal amounts of cooking. CR isn't this radical...these authors are.
For those interested in CR, it is pretty basic: Focus on making 50% or more of your food intake veggies, about 20 to 30% beans/grains (unprocessed),the rest fruit. I find the McDougall books much more appropriate for a novice CR practitioner. Or, the books by Joel Fuhrman.
This book is extreme...well, in the extreme.
1 of 2 found this review helpful:
LOVED THIS!, 2008-05-14
This book is INCREDIBLE! It is down-to-earth, easy to read and understand and follow. Paul and Meredith's tone of care and concern for HEALTH, LONGEVITY and WELL-BEING really come through in this book. I HIGHLY recommend it. And despite the fact I have practiced CR for many years - I still gained a lot of useful information from this book. A MUST read for everyone that cares enough about themselves and their health - based on research and they practice what they preach!
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