This program is divided into four parts:
Basic Concepts
First, find a comfortable chair and read Part I. In this concise section, you will learn the basic concepts that are essential to a permanent slimming-down program.
Let’s Get Started
Part II gets you started with a step-by-step program, including new foods to try, recipes, and a simple program for physical activity. You can easily chart your progress.
Moving into High Gear
Part III moves the program into high gear, with more advanced information to solidify your gains.
Menus and Recipes
Part IV gives you many more healthful recipes to make eating a joy.
Get all you can out of this program. No corners were cut in bringing this information to you; do not cut any corners in putting it into action.
You can succeed. So be patient, and don’t rush. It took time for you to gain weight, and it will take time for it to come off again. Overly rapid weight loss can lead to a rebound of weight gain, so let the pounds come off gradually. I think you will be happy with the new you.
My goal is to provide you with information on the power of foods for health. However, neither this book nor any other can take the place of individualized medical care or advice. If you have any medical condition, are overweight, or are on medication, please talk with your doctor about how dietary changes, exercise, and other medical treatments can affect your health.
The science of nutrition grows gradually as time goes on, so I encourage you to consult other sources of information, including the references listed in this volume.
With any dietary change, it is important to insure complete nutrition. Be sure to include a source of vitamin B12 in your routine, which could include any common multivitamin, fortified soymilk or cereals, or a vitamin B12 supplement of five micrograms or more per day.
I wish you the very best of health.