Rating: 4.0
What it's about:
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.
My thoughts:
The CR Way describes the exciting, progressive diet of calorie restriction and the benefits to be reaped from this lifestyle. The object of calorie restriction is to reduce your calorie intake (by 20% or so) while making sure the calories you do eat are nutrient dense. Through some fascinating research, scientists have shown how this lifestyle could prolong the human lifespan considerably. The research mice put on the CR diet lived 40-60% longer with increased brain function and lower rates of age-related disease. This book details the research on calorie restriction, tells how to begin reducing your calories and includes recipes and tips to help you on your way. I find this research to be absolutely fascinating and I can't wait to hear more about this in the future. The CR Way is definitely a pro-active approach to life extension.
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