4.20/5
Author: Randall Fitzgerald
Publication Date: Jun 26, 2007
Formats: PDF,Paperback,Hardcover,Kindle
Rating: 4.20/5 out of 740
Publisher: Plume
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Oct 18, 2018
To quote The Princess and the Frog. . . ah shi tanza. This book is . . . something else entirely.Nov 03, 2008
Very informative, lots of research presented. I found it a frustrating book to read in many ways, because the main premise about how we are exposed to all these toxins rings true for their solutions, too, and because everyone has a different level in their bodies, different genes, and we don't really know what/when we're exposed to something new, it's pretty impossible to make an informed decision on how to protect yourself. The opening paragraph of Chapter 9 expresses exactly my exasperation. I Very informative, lots of research presented. I found it a frustrating book to read in many ways, because the main premise about how we are exposed to all these toxins rings true for their solutions, too, and because everyone has a different level in their bodies, different genes, and we don't really know what/when we're exposed to something new, it's pretty impossible to make an informed decision on how to protect yourself. The opening paragraph of Chapter 9 expresses exactly my exasperation. I also found myself questioning, at points, the author's own understanding of all the issues. Sometimes it seemed that I was being persuaded to accept correlations without being shown proof that any research had linked the two previously. However, this journalist has certainly done his research - his bibliography is extensive (although I wish he'd chosen to use footnotes - you can't tell exactly what pieces in a chapter he obtained from which source.) All of this is so hard to pin down without much much more information and it's hard to know what to accept and what is going overboard. But I learned a lot from this book and found it hard to put down. ...moreFeb 25, 2007
So far this is horribly depressing, but it is helping me in my quest to eliminate more toxins from my immediate environment. It shows more evidence that the reason I have so many allergy has been my toxic overload from the food I eat and the things I've been around. I need to get to the "what to do about it" section instead of all this "why the world sucks and you're going to die" first part. I do recommend this to everyone, though--its lovely to know just how little the government regulates the So far this is horribly depressing, but it is helping me in my quest to eliminate more toxins from my immediate environment. It shows more evidence that the reason I have so many allergy has been my toxic overload from the food I eat and the things I've been around. I need to get to the "what to do about it" section instead of all this "why the world sucks and you're going to die" first part. I do recommend this to everyone, though--its lovely to know just how little the government regulates the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, even when there are piles and piles of studies that irrefutably show how dangerous a substance is to human life. ...moreFeb 18, 2008
Wow! If you're concerned about your health and question what our government tells us is "safe," you need to read this book. Warning: this book may make you slightly paranoid, but it will inform you on everything from organics & plastics to vitamins/prescriptions to crib death.Mar 17, 2010
Better living through chemistry is not true. This book brings to light the downfalls of progress in the food industry. Advancements in food technology is driven by greed more than humanity. Different twist than the ideology I learned as a Food Science major in college.Sep 04, 2010
This was a good compendium of, basically, what we're doing to our environment and our health in the modern age. More exposition than argument for specific alternatives, but a solid case and interesting case nonetheless.Jan 14, 2014
I loved this book and have learned so much from this book. There are so many chemicals and toxins in our bodies that 1 might not affect us but 1000 is toxic! You can get even toxins from your mom when you are in the womb. From reading this book I will be working towards living a more "clean" life!Mar 21, 2010
The more books I read, the more I want to simplify our lives in the sense of what modern conveniences we use. This author did a really nice job making the information accessible and had ways to move forward and address some of the issues.Jun 20, 2012
This is a incredible, must-read book for anyone interested in maintaining their health and/or looking for answers to illness or ailments. That would be everyone wouldn't it?! The author intends to "inspire action and accountability not a gloom and doom attempt to immobilize with fear. We can never totally eliminate risk factors but we can learn how to limit our risks and manage exposure."Jul 02, 2012
First of all, I think the author is probably right: processed food and Western medicine are probably destroying our health. The book, however, is poorly written. The argument is sloppy and poorly documented. The book takes a shotgun approach to evidence and has a scattered feeling to it. We also get a fair bit of the author's opinion on the matter, which doesn't carry much weight given that he is a journalist and journalists' credibility derive not from their own opinions but the credentials of First of all, I think the author is probably right: processed food and Western medicine are probably destroying our health. The book, however, is poorly written. The argument is sloppy and poorly documented. The book takes a shotgun approach to evidence and has a scattered feeling to it. We also get a fair bit of the author's opinion on the matter, which doesn't carry much weight given that he is a journalist and journalists' credibility derive not from their own opinions but the credentials of their sources. I thank him for his efforts, but the topic deserves better. ...moreJul 02, 2010
Rating: 3 / 5 Stars --> "I liked it"Jan 02, 2013
This book takes a look at how all the synthetic chemicals in our world are affecting human health. The author looks at food and modern medicine, as well as some other chemicals in the environment, such as plastics and other chemicals in our houses (carpets, furniture, etc.). He also talks about organic foods and alternative/natural medicines and what you can do to mitigate the chemicals in your body.Sep 26, 2013
Below are key excerpts from the book that I found particularly insightful:Oct 03, 2014
If you're not shaken by the end of the book, then something has gone awry. This book has opened my eyes about food policy in the United States more than any other book I have read. From this experience, I will be far more mindful of what goes in my body and my house. Though sometimes disturbing and scary, I would, without hesitating, recommend this to every human being on this planet, but especially Americans.Aug 08, 2011
We all need to read this book. It's an easy to understand and one of the most informative books on reality of chemicals around us and also teach us to question conventional wisdom. It really transforms your minds and your lifestyle. It made me realize how scary it is to live a daily life without knowing our daily life is filled with highly toxic materials. The great thing about this book is to have comprehensive resources at the final section of the book to inform such health risks and measures We all need to read this book. It's an easy to understand and one of the most informative books on reality of chemicals around us and also teach us to question conventional wisdom. It really transforms your minds and your lifestyle. It made me realize how scary it is to live a daily life without knowing our daily life is filled with highly toxic materials. The great thing about this book is to have comprehensive resources at the final section of the book to inform such health risks and measures to protect/prevent yourself from synthetic chemicals and ultimately to protect your health. First part is really on chilling stories. ...moreDec 07, 2007
I'm skeptical, because the author has also written about UFOs....but it was almost free, so I thought I'd give it a shot.Jun 01, 2010
An excellent perspective on the impact of the numerous chemicals used in our modern world.Dec 18, 2012
eh. personal opinions masked by the author's journalism background is not a good mix on this very big subject.Jan 21, 2016
Much of what I read I had heard about before in the various news snippets that much of the book is compiled from. I probably would have enjoyed it more if this book wasn't preaching to my choir. Very well researched though.Feb 11, 2011
This rag is not even worthy of one star. It was recommended by an acquaintance. After 3-4 pages I could smell a rat. “Dr.†Fitzgerald’s work balances on the edge of insanity and schizophrenia. This Spiritualist, cum naturalist, cum judge of mankind book is so poor it doesn’t even reach the level of a hoax.Nov 21, 2012
I'd call it the most important book of the year, but it was published in 2006. Seven years later and WHERE IS THE OUTRAGE? Nothing has changed. Not really.Jun 01, 2008
THis was a book i had chosen to help me do a project. at first, i thought that this book was going to be really boring and crappy, but as i read deeply into the book , i found out things that i never even knew about. because of that book, i really change my ways now becasue of the facts and truth thats in the book. if anyone is smart at all, they would read about tis book becasue it would tell them about so many things they never knew about their foods. like this is what millions of people put THis was a book i had chosen to help me do a project. at first, i thought that this book was going to be really boring and crappy, but as i read deeply into the book , i found out things that i never even knew about. because of that book, i really change my ways now becasue of the facts and truth thats in the book. if anyone is smart at all, they would read about tis book becasue it would tell them about so many things they never knew about their foods. like this is what millions of people put into their bodies everyday and these are needed facts that you must know. ...moreJun 23, 2015
I liked the premise behind this book because I do feel like our diets and lives are too full of chemicals and synthetic material that could be contributing to our increased health problems. But the author was just a little to fanatical and stated his very certain assumptions as facts. I read the first 50 pages and skimmed the rest, I just couldn't finish because I couldn't stand how dramatic and over the top the writing was about everything. I wish it had been more factual and less opinionated. I liked the premise behind this book because I do feel like our diets and lives are too full of chemicals and synthetic material that could be contributing to our increased health problems. But the author was just a little to fanatical and stated his very certain assumptions as facts. I read the first 50 pages and skimmed the rest, I just couldn't finish because I couldn't stand how dramatic and over the top the writing was about everything. I wish it had been more factual and less opinionated. Also, recommending that everyone detox and then treat their health problems with old ancient remedies was just a little too hokie for me. Modern medicine and drugs - while some are not safe, aren't for nothing and do help certain ailments. ...moreJun 02, 2011
I needed to choose a book about modern chemistry pollution and toxicity for a class I am teaching, and of my options, I read this first because, as it was written by a journalist, I assumed it would be the most fair and reasonable. Wow, was I wrong. This book is terrifically biased, down to the exceptionally one-sided and inflammatory use of language. It covers all of the popular topics of the genre - plastics, pharmaceuticals, food - and even hits on a few third-rail issues that immediately I needed to choose a book about modern chemistry pollution and toxicity for a class I am teaching, and of my options, I read this first because, as it was written by a journalist, I assumed it would be the most fair and reasonable. Wow, was I wrong. This book is terrifically biased, down to the exceptionally one-sided and inflammatory use of language. It covers all of the popular topics of the genre - plastics, pharmaceuticals, food - and even hits on a few third-rail issues that immediately lost the author credibility in my mind - anyone who still questions vaccines needs some guidance (although, I will grant the author that this was written a few years ago, when it was trendy to question vaccines.) This book was full of contradiction, bias, and assumption. I suspect this book is great for preaching to choir of anti-chemistry fanatics, but to start a bigger conversation about these issues, regardless of how correct or incorrect the authors suppositions are, this book is sadly inadequate. ...moreJun 26, 2013
Generally, I like my science books to be written by scientists. This one was written by a writer, editor and reporter. That being said, it is a thorough debunking of many of the myths we love to believe about our food and medicines. Some of the myths: We are protected by the FDA because the government knows what is safe and prevents the marketing of unsafe products. Not so much. Most chemicals in foods have never been tested for safety individually, let alone the possible synergies that they can Generally, I like my science books to be written by scientists. This one was written by a writer, editor and reporter. That being said, it is a thorough debunking of many of the myths we love to believe about our food and medicines. Some of the myths: We are protected by the FDA because the government knows what is safe and prevents the marketing of unsafe products. Not so much. Most chemicals in foods have never been tested for safety individually, let alone the possible synergies that they can present when added to other chemicals, then multiple food products.Take your time and choose the perfect book.
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