Dr Jason Fung

The fasting expert co-author of The Obesity Code presents a revolutionary guide to reversing Type-2 diabetes that argues that insulin and other glucose-lowering drugs can actually exacerbate problems and raise risks of significant weight gain and heart disease, in a reference that outlines an alternative program of strategic dieting and fasting. Original.

This book gathers together some of the finest minds working in the field of diabetes and diet. The result is a collection of chapters addressing the big issues. What is diabetes? What are the different types? What causes it? Who gets it? Why do diabetics die of heart disease? Why do athletes commonly get Type 2 diabetes?

"Why your body's own insulin is the key to controlling your weight"--Cover.

Thousands of books have been written about the latest and greatest diets that will help people lose weight and improve health. But a key element in any successful nutritional health program is a tried-and-true method that most people haven't thought about?yet it could be revolutionary for taking health to the next level. This ancient secret is fasting....

In this highly readable and provocative book, Dr. Jason Fung sets out an original, robust theory of obesity that provides startling insights into proper nutrition. Obesity is driven by hormones; only by understanding the effects of insulin and insulin resistance can we achieve lasting weight loss.

Getting older doesn't have to mean experiencing more pain and illness, becoming less mobile, or developing disease. Renowned cardiovascular research scientist and doctor of pharmacy Dr. James DiNicolantonio partners with leading physician and bestselling author Dr. Jason Fung to deliver The Longevity Solution, a groundbreaking new book that unlocks the secrets of healthy aging. Using evidence...