How Not to Die: Foods Proven to Prevent and Reverse Disease by Michael Greger - Non Fiction - Paperback

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Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781509852505
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Overview
How Not to Die is the international and New York Times bestselling guide from Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM, the physician behind NutritionFacts.org. Drawing on rigorous, up-to-date research, Dr. Greger examines the fifteen leading causes of premature death in America and reveals the specific foods that can help prevent, and in some cases reverse, conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Paired with an actionable "Daily Dozen" checklist, this paperback distills decades of nutrition science into practical, everyday choices for readers who want to take control of their long-term health.

About the Book
Written with journalist Gene Stone, How Not to Die is organized around the body's major disease categories, walking readers disease by disease through the nutritional science that connects diet to outcomes. Rather than offering vague wellness platitudes, Dr. Greger digs into peer-reviewed studies to show exactly which foods have been shown to lower risk for heart disease, various cancers, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other leading killers. The book's second half introduces the "Daily Dozen," a simple checklist of foods Dr. Greger recommends eating every day to maximize protective nutrients. Throughout, the tone is approachable and often wry, translating dense clinical literature into plain language without dumbing down the evidence. Chapters are richly footnoted, allowing skeptical readers to trace claims back to original studies, while sidebars and summaries make the material easy to skim for readers who want the highlights rather than the full citation trail. The paperback edition, published by Pan Macmillan in the UK, carries forward the same content that made the original hardcover a phenomenon: a science-first, food-as-medicine argument aimed at reducing reliance on drugs and surgery for preventable disease. It has been praised by reviewers and public figures alike for making complex nutrition research accessible to a general audience, and it remains a foundational text for readers exploring whole-food, plant-based eating as a means of disease prevention. Whether read cover to cover or used as a reference for a specific health concern, How Not to Die offers a clear, citation-backed roadmap for eating in a way that supports longevity.

Key Benefits

• Covers the fifteen leading causes of death in America, disease by disease
• Backed by extensive scientific citations and peer-reviewed research
• Includes the practical "Daily Dozen" checklist for everyday healthy eating
• Written in clear, accessible language for non-medical readers
• International and New York Times bestseller from a trusted nutrition physician
• Compact paperback format, ideal for reading at home or on the go

About the Author
Michael Greger, M.D., FACLM, is a physician, author, and founder of NutritionFacts.org, a nonprofit that provides free science-based nutrition videos to the public. He is a recognized speaker on public health issues and has testified before the U.S. Congress. Co-writer Gene Stone is an author and editor who has collaborated on numerous nonfiction bestsellers, helping translate complex subject matter into engaging, reader-friendly prose. Together, they bring decades of research and storytelling experience to this evidence-based guide to preventing disease through diet.

Why You'll Love This Book
Packed with science-backed, practical guidance, this book makes a thoughtful gift for health-conscious friends, family members starting a new year's resolution, or anyone building a home wellness library. It's an easy stocking stuffer or birthday gift for readers ready to take charge of their health one meal at a time.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.