You Are What You Eat!

An abstract on the book, "You are what you eat", by Dr. Gillian McKeith.This book contains a plan that will change you life, and in the words of its author Dr. Gillian McKeith "Slimmer, healthier and happier...that's my promise to you".

There are a number of surprising food facts in this book. It is estimated that, on an average, a third of cancers could be prevented by changes in diet (page 13). An unhealthy diet increases the risk of depression and mood swings. A poor diet weakens your system, making you susceptible to colds, flu and ill health.

Good foods boost your thinking power, lift your mood, reduce stress, boost your vitality and give you a healthy heart. Raw foods, fruits, vegetables, wholemeal breads, grains, rice, organic foods, proteins, nuts, seeds, avocados and unprocessed foods are all good foods, we are encouraged to eat.

The nasty foods to avoid are coffee, too many fatty foods, like red meats, dairy products, fried foods, junk foods, chocolate and alcohol. In order to know if your diet is balanced you can try the Dr. Gillian's Food Intelligence (Quotient) Test, and check your score.

This is a list of a few of the Weight Loss Inhibitors. These weight loss inhibitors are Dirty colon, eating the wrong foods, excessive food intake, insulin imbalances, lack of enzymes, lack of exercise, poor digestive function, mineral and vitamin imbalances, parasites or worms, poor adrenal function, poor eating habits, poor metabolic function, sluggish liver, thyroid problems, water retention, weak kidneys, and yeast overgrowth.

This is a great book as a source of reference and for inspiration for the health conscious and contains a seven day start plan, good remedies, with 20 Super quick tips by Dr. Gillian McKeith, who runs her own McKeith Clinic in London. This book is based on the Celador Production, as seen on Channel Four television. This book was published by the Penguin Group. London. 2004. ISBN 0-718-14765-0