Several months ago, a reader named Donna sent me the following request: “I’d love to hear your summary or take away of how not to diet but lose weight."

So on this week's episode, I'm discussing Dr. Michael Greger's book, How Not to Diet, and the amazing effects implementing his suggestions have had on my health, weight, and energy levels.

Psalm 139:16 - "Thine eyes have seen my unformed substance; and in Thy book they were all written, the days that were ordained for me, when as yet there was not one of them."

How Not to Diet - by Michael Greger: "The Groundbreaking Science of Healthy, Permanent Weight Loss"

How Not to Die - by Michael Greger: "Discover the Foods Scientifically Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease"

How Not to Age - by Michael Greger: "The Scientific Approach to Getting Healthier as You Get Older"

nutritionfacts.org - Michael Greger's informative website (excellent!)

Daily Dozen App - use to track progress on your smart phone (on 12 foods &/or 21 tweaks)

Daily Dozen free printable chart - I keep this one posted on my refrigerator as a reminder

Episode 52: Helping Your Husband Make Better Food Choices

Episode 70: Unwrapping Cancer for Christmas

Garlicky Lentil Soup Recipe - a Flanders' family favorite

Winkie’s Tonic - a natural antibiotic with an apple cider vinegar base

Bigelow Matcha Green with Turmeric - my favorite green tea (I drink 3 cups daily)

M is for Mama - my friend Abbie's website (w/links to her books & podcast) - hope you'll check them out!

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