Dr. Dean Ornish, MD

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What is unique about the eat more, weigh less diet?

Eat More, Weigh Less program that I describe in the book Eat More, Weigh Less is not just a

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If it is hard to lose weight, then why do people keep trying?

Because they know they’ll look better. They’ll feel better. And they know that being

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What is a Japanese eggplant?

This is much smaller than the usual eggplant, and like the Japanese cucumber has fewer seeds than... Full Answer

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Why do people get frustrated with conventional weight loss programs?

Because they know they’ll look better. They’ll feel better. And they know that being

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What are the adverse effects of very-low-calorie diets and fasting?

Very-low-calorie diets and fasting are associated with a variety of short-term adverse effects.... Full Answer

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Can weight-loss regimes harm me?

“Evidence suggests that weight-loss regimes do more harm than good,” said the panel

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What are cooking oil sprays?

A teaspoon of any oil that you pour into a pan will contain almost 5 grams of fat (45 calories!).... Full Answer

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What is shiso?

These leaves look very much like basil, and their flavor is frequently described as similar to

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What is a daikon radish?

This looks like a very large white carrot and is used quite frequently in Japanese cooking. Look

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What is ginger?

This root can be found in many supermarkets. Choose roots that have a smooth, papery skin and are... Full Answer

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What is miso?

This paste is made from fermented soybeans, salt, and various grains and comes in several... Full Answer

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What is quinoa?

Unlike the vast majority of the other grains, this one is a complete protein. Native to Central and... Full Answer

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What is sake?

A Japanese beverage made from fermented rice, sake is sometimes used in cooking to add flavor and... Full Answer

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What are shiitake mushrooms?

These mushrooms come fresh or dried. The dried mushrooms have a very distinct flavor and can be

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Are the mechanisms that evolved to protect our species harmful?

You are living in a world to which your mind and body have not yet had time to adapt. The human

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