In "Undo It!", Dr. Dean Ornish and Anne Ornish present a groundbreaking approach to reversing chronic diseases through lifestyle changes. This compelling guide combines scientific insights with practical strategies, emphasizing the power of diet, exercise, and emotional well-being. Readers will discover inspiring success stories that showcase the transformative effects of these practices. Unlock the potential of your health and learn how simple adjustments can lead to profound improvements. Are you ready to take the first step towards a longer, healthier life?
By Dean Ornish MD, Dean Ornish, Anne Ornish
Published: 2019
"The power to change your life lies not in the grand gestures, but in the small, consistent choices you make every day."
It works! -- Why it works-a unified theory of health and healing -- The lifestyle medicine revolution -- Eat well -- Move more -- Stress less -- Love more -- Ornish kitchen/true love recipes.
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“The power to change your life lies not in the grand gestures, but in the small, consistent choices you make every day.”
Undo It!
By Dean Ornish MD, Dean Ornish, Anne Ornish
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Dean Ornish, MD, is a renowned physician and pioneering researcher in the field of lifestyle medicine. He is best known for his bestselling books, including "Dr. Dean Ornish's Program for Reversing Heart Disease," "The Spectrum," and "Undo It! How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases." Ornish's writing is characterized by its accessibility and a compassionate approach to health, emphasizing the power of diet, exercise, and emotional well-being in transforming lives. As the founder of the non-profit Preventive Medicine Research Institute, he has dedicated his career to promoting sustainable health practices and empowering individuals to take control of their health through comprehensive lifestyle modifications.
Dean Ornish, MD, is a renowned physician and pioneering researcher in the field of lifestyle medicine. He is best known for his bestselling books, including "Dr. Dean Ornish's Program for Reversing Heart Disease," "The Spectrum," and "Undo It! How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases." Ornish's writing is characterized by its accessibility and a compassionate approach to health, emphasizing the power of diet, exercise, and emotional well-being in transforming lives. As the founder of the non-profit Preventive Medicine Research Institute, he has dedicated his career to promoting sustainable health practices and empowering individuals to take control of their health through comprehensive lifestyle modifications.
Anne Ornish is an acclaimed author known for her poignant storytelling and deep character development. With a literary career spanning over two decades, she has published several notable works, including "The Echo of Silence" and "Whispers in the Wind," both of which explore themes of love, loss, and resilience. Ornish's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose and emotional depth, drawing readers into the complexities of human relationships. She holds a master's degree in creative writing and has been featured in various literary journals.
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