4.49/5
Author: Caldwell B. Esselstyn Jr.
Publication Date: Jan 31, 2008
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Hardcover,Kindle
Rating: 4.49/5 out of 4779
Publisher: Avery
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Based on the groundbreaking results of his twenty-year
nutritional study, Prevent and Reverse Heart
Disease by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn illustrates that a
plant-based, oil-free diet can not only prevent the progression of heart
disease but can also reverse its effects. Dr. Esselstyn is an
internationally known surgeon, researcher and former clinician at the
Cleveland Clinic and a featured expert in the acclaimed documentary
Forks Over Knives. Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease has
helped thousands across the country, and is the book behind Bill
Clinton’s life-changing vegan diet.
The proof lies in the
incredible outcomes for patients who have followed Dr. Esselstyn's
program, including a number of patients in his original study who had
been told by their cardiologists that they had less than a year to live.
Within months of starting the program, all Dr. Esselstyn’s
patients began to improve dramatically, and twenty years later, they
remain free of symptoms.
Complete with more than 150 delicious
recipes perfect for a plant-based diet, the national bestseller
Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease explains the science behind the
simple plan that has drastically changed the lives of heart disease
patients forever. It will empower readers and give them the tools to
take control of their heart health.
Jan 17, 2012
In November I travelled to Georgia to visit my daughter. While there we had dinner with one of Morgan’s friends and her mom. During dinner this lovely, lean woman described the “diet†she had been following for the past 6 months. She described it as “the Bill Clinton diet†and said she had learned about it from a book written by a doctor named Esselstyn. She described the plan, in a nutshell, as no meat (nothing with a face, nothing with a mother), no dairy, and no oil – not even “healthy†oils. In November I travelled to Georgia to visit my daughter. While there we had dinner with one of Morgan’s friends and her mom. During dinner this lovely, lean woman described the “diet†she had been following for the past 6 months. She described it as “the Bill Clinton diet†and said she had learned about it from a book written by a doctor named Esselstyn. She described the plan, in a nutshell, as no meat (nothing with a face, nothing with a mother), no dairy, and no oil – not even “healthy†oils. That all sounded pretty drastic to me – and definitely way out of the mainstream. I should admit here that I’ve probably read nearly every diet book known to mankind and followed most of them with short-term good results, and long-term zero (and that’s putting it charitably) results.Aug 27, 2011
First off, I'm not sure why I didn't read this book sooner. Second off, there is no questioning why Clinton was impacted by this book. Third off, read this book (though I would start with The China Study) even if you don't know a single person with heart disease or affected by it (which is highly unlikely) because it will impact you.Sep 06, 2011
This ball got rolling when I saw "The Last Heart Attack" on CNN. My dad had just had heart surgery, so I was looking for something to help him, and to help me to avoid the same outcome. When I watched the CNN special and saw the amazing things a plant-based diet was doing for President Clinton, and the others that were highlighted, I knew I had to do some more research. I looked up Dr. Esselstyn's book, and immediately downloaded it to my Kindle. The electronic pages blurred by as I read about This ball got rolling when I saw "The Last Heart Attack" on CNN. My dad had just had heart surgery, so I was looking for something to help him, and to help me to avoid the same outcome. When I watched the CNN special and saw the amazing things a plant-based diet was doing for President Clinton, and the others that were highlighted, I knew I had to do some more research. I looked up Dr. Esselstyn's book, and immediately downloaded it to my Kindle. The electronic pages blurred by as I read about the proven benefits of a plant-based diet. The information was so convincing, that I didn't even wait until I had finished the book to begin my new food adventure. I have now been following Dr. Esselstyn's dietary suggestions for nearly two weeks. I'm eating delicious plant-based meals, so I haven't even craved meat, and at last check (a few days ago) I have already lost 8 pounds. I wish everyone I love would read and carefully consider what Dr. Esselstyn has to say. Then, after all my loved ones are done, everyone else should join us. ...moreJan 08, 2013
The typical western lifestyle and diet are a source of much illness in our society. Here are sound proven suggestions to stop the cycle and experience better health. I have gifted this book to many.Apr 27, 2008
Dr. Esselstyn gives a lot of information about his group of 23 cardiac patients who had no more hope with the surgical medical community who came to him for his nutrition program which advocates NO fat--not even the so-called "healthy fats"- olive or canola oils, NO animal products, and lots of vegetables, some fruits, and lots of whole grains on a daily basis. The book includes about 150 pages of recipes starting with breakfast and moving on through the day. The ones we have tried so far have Dr. Esselstyn gives a lot of information about his group of 23 cardiac patients who had no more hope with the surgical medical community who came to him for his nutrition program which advocates NO fat--not even the so-called "healthy fats"- olive or canola oils, NO animal products, and lots of vegetables, some fruits, and lots of whole grains on a daily basis. The book includes about 150 pages of recipes starting with breakfast and moving on through the day. The ones we have tried so far have sounded weird but ended up being quite tasty. One does have to get over a salt addiction, however!Sep 09, 2011
He brings up many good points regarding diet - however there are other populations that ingest much in the way of "heart healthy" fats/oils ( Greeks, Italians - EVOO, Polynesians - coconut oil) and they have VERY little heart disease - so not sure we can attribute heart disease to ingestion of healthy fats -Dec 13, 2012
This book has the right amount of science for everyone. Anymore and I might not have made it through. I think because of that it will appeal to a larger audience. After reading the book I wanted to send a copy to every member in my family. I felt like I knew a very important secret that could save their lives. Let's hope they read it!Mar 11, 2015
Eyes opened when I watched various nutrition documentaries on Netflix, including Forks Over Knives, which in-turn opened my eyes to this book. Knowledge is power, a must read for those brainwashed/held captive/doomed by the western diet.May 14, 2013
At 58 years of age, I had emergency stents inserted into aApr 01, 2012
I give it only three stars just because I would have preferred more meat [*ahem*] about the research. The China Study really presents more of the background, and Esselstyn takes vegan a step further by eliminating added oil from his patients' diets.Apr 27, 2014
An absolutely wonderful book. Very well written, extremely engaging and extremely motivating. It focuses on heart disease, but the lessons are applicable to many areas of chronic disease, and indeed to various cancers and dementia (and erectile disfunction). Dr. Esselstyn's approach is that a complete shift is needed - that there is no such thing as just a little being ok. This will make it challenging for many (including myself) without the "motivation" of an extreme health event. However the An absolutely wonderful book. Very well written, extremely engaging and extremely motivating. It focuses on heart disease, but the lessons are applicable to many areas of chronic disease, and indeed to various cancers and dementia (and erectile disfunction). Dr. Esselstyn's approach is that a complete shift is needed - that there is no such thing as just a little being ok. This will make it challenging for many (including myself) without the "motivation" of an extreme health event. However the description of the science and the results of his research are extremely compelling and have made me begin to incorporate recipes without added oils (already on the whole food, plant based path) and to be more conscious of fat intake generally, particularly added oils. It starts with awareness and then changing behaviors. The recipes in the book (written by his wife Ann) are fantastic, tasty, easy to prepare and makes the approach very accessible. It is a complete shift from the average westernized diet, but a very compelling message. This book will help raise awareness and change behaviors. The Esselstyns themselves are an amazing testament to what following this way of eating does for your health and vitality. The message needs to continue to get out into the broader public consciousness. ...moreSep 14, 2011
I purchased this book after watching Dr. Sanjay Gupta's special on CNN entitled "The Last Heart Attack." Dr. Esselstyn, although not a cardiologist, has been doing research regarding plant based diets and the prevention, arrestment, and in some cases reversal of heart disease. He has stories of some of his patients who had had heart attacks, and either were not candidates for surgical intervention or chose to try his diet instead. All of his patients, after only a few weeks on his plant based I purchased this book after watching Dr. Sanjay Gupta's special on CNN entitled "The Last Heart Attack." Dr. Esselstyn, although not a cardiologist, has been doing research regarding plant based diets and the prevention, arrestment, and in some cases reversal of heart disease. He has stories of some of his patients who had had heart attacks, and either were not candidates for surgical intervention or chose to try his diet instead. All of his patients, after only a few weeks on his plant based diet, saw their symptoms of angina/chest pain stop usually with a week or two. They also went back for follow-up stress tests which came back normal, and most saw a shrinkage if not total reversal of the blockages in their arteries. In this book he quotes Dr. Dean Ornish who wrote "The China Syndrome" as saying: "I don't understand why asking pople to eat a well-balanced vegetarian diet is considered drastic, while it is medically conservative to cut people open."Feb 23, 2012
This book first caught my attention when Bill Clinton appeared on CNN and told how its strict, even severe, diet plan, helped him lose an extraordinary amount of weight. Like Clinton, I have had cardiovascular and ever greater weight problems, I think. Dr. Esselstyn, a former surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic and husband of the granddaughter of the founder of that institution, believes a plant-based diet could eliminate — I didn't remember him qualifying that — heart disease, diabetes and maybe This book first caught my attention when Bill Clinton appeared on CNN and told how its strict, even severe, diet plan, helped him lose an extraordinary amount of weight. Like Clinton, I have had cardiovascular and ever greater weight problems, I think. Dr. Esselstyn, a former surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic and husband of the granddaughter of the founder of that institution, believes a plant-based diet could eliminate — I didn't remember him qualifying that — heart disease, diabetes and maybe even cancer.Jan 03, 2012
Written by "a former surgeon, researcher and clinician at the Cleveland Clinic" this book is a must read for anyone who has a history of heart disease or who's family history puts them at risk of heart disease.Feb 06, 2019
Like many readers, I have a personal reason for picking up this book. A couple of years ago, my boyfriend had a heart attack at the alarmingly young age of 43. He wasn't your obvious heart attack risk – he's a healthy weight, fit, active, doesn't smoke or drink, and his diet, while fairly standard American, isn't noticeably unhealthy, and a lot healthier than plenty of other Americans. The guy does triathlons, for chrissake! How can someone this healthy suddenly have a heart attack?May 05, 2014
Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease is written by Cadwell B. Esselstyn, Jr, who believes that coronary artery disease need not exist and if it does it need not progress. Caldwell Esselstyn comes from a long line of doctors. His father was a doctor as well as as his father in law. However, this didn't give either of them immunity against the diseases of nutritional extravagance. Cadwell Esselstyn, Snr died of a heart disease in 1975 and before he passed, he left his son Esselstyn Jnr with a charge Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease is written by Cadwell B. Esselstyn, Jr, who believes that coronary artery disease need not exist and if it does it need not progress. Caldwell Esselstyn comes from a long line of doctors. His father was a doctor as well as as his father in law. However, this didn't give either of them immunity against the diseases of nutritional extravagance. Cadwell Esselstyn, Snr died of a heart disease in 1975 and before he passed, he left his son Esselstyn Jnr with a charge if you will saying “Someday, we're just going to have to get smarter about showing people how to live healthier lives.â€Jan 09, 2018
Just excellent. I first caught wind about dr. esselstyn's work in the documentary called Forks Over Knives. I really appreciated his chapter about oils in this book as well. Everyone should read this book.Mar 05, 2016
This book plain and simple saved my life! Both my husband and I LOVE eating this way - I won't say it was easy and to be honest at times I wondered if I could do it but now it is our lifestyle. While I wasn't anywhere near to the patients spoken about in the book, this is a very pro-active thing we have changed. The other BONUS is that I have had chronic binge disorder for decades (probably since age 9 and I am now a couple months shy of 57) - that is gone. I had tried every diet (none work by This book plain and simple saved my life! Both my husband and I LOVE eating this way - I won't say it was easy and to be honest at times I wondered if I could do it but now it is our lifestyle. While I wasn't anywhere near to the patients spoken about in the book, this is a very pro-active thing we have changed. The other BONUS is that I have had chronic binge disorder for decades (probably since age 9 and I am now a couple months shy of 57) - that is gone. I had tried every diet (none work by the way), counselling, read every book, laws of attraction (with I LOVE otherwise in my life) and endless other things but could never take care of the eating (I ate for fun, bordem, stress, pain, pleasure, you name it). The one thing I will say we had to change (and have) is that we found that a LOT of our socializing/fun was around food. For example if we were thinking of going on a vacation to another country, the main focus would be the food there or where we would eat. That has also changed. If you are overweight, have a high cholestral (over 150 combined), blood pressure, diabetic or heart disease, this is the book for you - 30 years of peer reviewed work by this doctor makes it a primer for saving your life. ...moreSep 15, 2014
When my uncle passed away from a heart attack at 37 I was shocked. My former boss passed away from a heart attack at 42, and a college teacher passed away from a heart attack at 38. Recently my masseuse let me know that at the hospital she works there are people there who are 21 years old that are there for heart problems.Jan 13, 2011
Interesting explanations about heart disease and diet.Mar 16, 2015
I'm not sure if his data completely backs what he's saying. I understand that what he is advocating is healthy. But his phrase is "moderation kills". He advocates completely vegan lifestyle. But along with no meat, eggs, or dairy, there's no nuts or avocados or any oils. (Well, no refined foods, too. Obviously.) But aren't there good fats? He doesn't seem to think so.Jan 01, 2013
It has information that we already know about but explains his theory, which he has proven with studies, that our diet truly can affect our health. His food plan is strict but does include lots of great food stuffs, all of which are natural and plant based. No dairy, no meats, no fish, no eggs, no oils, no refined grains, no nuts. He explains how the cholesterol builds up when eating a diet that the RDA recommends, the how, the why, etc. and then explains how his food plan is better at "curing" It has information that we already know about but explains his theory, which he has proven with studies, that our diet truly can affect our health. His food plan is strict but does include lots of great food stuffs, all of which are natural and plant based. No dairy, no meats, no fish, no eggs, no oils, no refined grains, no nuts. He explains how the cholesterol builds up when eating a diet that the RDA recommends, the how, the why, etc. and then explains how his food plan is better at "curing" the problems of heart disease. Certainly something to think long and hard about. I may give it a try but then I think of book club dinners, etc and so I have to gear up for it. I want to reduce cholesterol and prevent heart problems and lose weight and it's been a struggle so far. If I commit to this for at least 3 months, I may not miss all of those forbidden foods. Who knows? ...moreApr 03, 2016
Dr Esselstyn gained national renown in the US when he became one of two doctors (the other being Dean Ornish) advising former president Bill Clinton on his diet. It appears Bill Clinton has since moved on, to follow a low-carb, high (animal) protein diet. This must be to Dr Esselstyn's dismay, as his research clearly indicates that such a diet will lead to heart disease (and Clinton is already a heart patient). Whereas the diet Dr Esselstyn advises, comes with his guarantee that - if you remain Dr Esselstyn gained national renown in the US when he became one of two doctors (the other being Dean Ornish) advising former president Bill Clinton on his diet. It appears Bill Clinton has since moved on, to follow a low-carb, high (animal) protein diet. This must be to Dr Esselstyn's dismay, as his research clearly indicates that such a diet will lead to heart disease (and Clinton is already a heart patient). Whereas the diet Dr Esselstyn advises, comes with his guarantee that - if you remain faithful to the proposed way of eating - you will never, never get heart disease. So if you have worries about lowering your cholesterol (high cholesterol being a precursor of heart disease), the knowledge contained in this book is worth knowing. It also contains a section with recipes by the wife of the doctor, Ann Esselstyn. ...moreJan 04, 2013
My husband read this and close-to-recited the text along the way out of excitement and outrage. I feel like I've already read it but want to get the first-hand experience. If you watch the Forks Over Knives documentary you get the core of Esselstyn's nutritional stance on health, but the book is packed full of legitimate proof for his theories. My husband and I have been close to vegan for some time so eating strictly plant-based, whole foods isn't a difficult change for us. If it seems tough to My husband read this and close-to-recited the text along the way out of excitement and outrage. I feel like I've already read it but want to get the first-hand experience. If you watch the Forks Over Knives documentary you get the core of Esselstyn's nutritional stance on health, but the book is packed full of legitimate proof for his theories. My husband and I have been close to vegan for some time so eating strictly plant-based, whole foods isn't a difficult change for us. If it seems tough to think about altering your diet this much but you have health ailments such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, or even cancer, I highly recommend this book as a persuasive argument as to the benefits of a plant-based, oil-free diet. ...moreOct 29, 2011
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