Prevent and reverse heart disease : the revolutionary, scientifically proven, nutrition-based cure

Esselstyn, Caldwell B. Jr 1933- (Author).

Summary: "In Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease, Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr., a former surgeon, researcher, and clinician at the Cleveland Clinic, challenges conventional cardiology by posing a compelling, revolutionary idea - that we can, in fact, abolish the heart disease epidemic by changing our diets." "Dr. Esselstyn convincingly argues that plant-based, oil-free nutrition can not only prevent and stop the progression of heart disease, but also reverse its effects. Futhermore, it can eliminate the need for expensive and invasive surgical intervention except in acute emergencies, no matter how far the disease has progressed." "Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease explains the science behind these dramatic results, and offers readers the same, simple plan that has changed the lives of Dr. Esselstyn's patients forever. In addition, the book offers more than 150 delicious recipes developed by Ann Crile Esselstyn, that the Esselstyns and their patients have enjoyed for years."--BOOK JACKET.

Record details

ISBN: 9781583333006 (pbk.)
ISBN: 9781583332726
ISBN: 1583332723
ISBN: 1583333002 (pbk.)
Physical Description: xii, 308 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
print
Publisher: New York : Avery, [2007]
Copyright: ©2007

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Foreword / T. Colin Campbell -- Introduction -- pt. 1. The heart of the matter -- 1. Eating to live -- 2. "Someday we'll have to get smarter" -- 3. Seeking the cure -- 4. A primer on heart disease -- 5. Moderation kills -- 6. Living, breathing proof -- 7. Why didn't anyone tell me? -- 8. Simple steps -- 9. Frequently asked questions -- 10. Why can't I have "heart healthy" oils? -- 11. Kindred spirits -- 12. Brave new world -- 13. You are in control -- pt. 2. The joy of eating -- 14. Simple strategies -- 15. Advice from Ann Crile Esselstyn -- 16. Breaking the fast -- 17. Feasting on salads -- 18. Sauces, dips, dressings, and gravies -- 19. Vegetables, plain and fancy -- 20. Soups, thick and delicious -- 21. Sandwiches for all occasions -- 22. The main course -- 23. Wonderful, easy desserts -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Appendix 1 : Safe food -- Appendix 2 : Resources -- Appendix 3 : Publications on heart disease by the author -- Index.