Lose weight, lower cholesterol, significantly reduce the risk of
disease, and become physically fit--in just 4 weeks.
Professional athlete-turned-firefighter Rip Esselstyn is used to
responding to emergencies. So, when he learned that some of his fellow
Engine 2 firefighters in Austin, TX, were in dire physical
condition-several had dangerously high cholesterol levels (the highest
was 344!)-he sprang into action and created a life-saving plan for the
firehouse. By following Rip's program, everyone lost weight (some more
than 20 lbs.), lowered their cholesterol (Mr. 344's dropped to 196), and
improved their overall health. Now, Rip outlines his proven plan in this
book. With Rip as your expert coach and motivator, you'll transform your
body and lifestyle in a month. His plant-powered eating plan is based on
a diet of whole foods, including whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables,
legumes, nuts, and seeds. This invaluable guide features:
Dozens of easy, mouthwatering recipes-from pancakes to pizza, Tex-Mex
favorites to knockout chocolate desserts-that will keep you looking
forward to every bite
Pantry-stocking tips will take the panic out of inevitable cravings and
on-the-fly meals
Guidelines on menu choices that will allow you to eat out, wherever and
whenever you want
Rip's simple, firefighter-inspired exercise program that will boost your
metabolism and melt your fat away.
Medically approved, easy-to-follow, and amazingly effective, this diet
is designed for anyone who wants to make heroic strides in his or her
health, weight, and well-being-all without heroic effort.
"Want to be as strong as a Texas firefighter? Or as healthy as a
professional triathlete? Then follow the wonderful advice of Rip
Esselstyn, who is both. His book can save your life--whether you're a
man or a woman. Highly recommended!" -Dean Ornish, M.D., Founder and
President, Preventive Medicine Research Institute, Clinical Professor of
Medicine, U of California, SF, author, Dr. Dean Ornish's Program for
Reversing Heart Disease
