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Amazon.com Review
Many people know Dean Ornish as the doctor who proved that symptoms of heart disease can be reversed with a regimen of a low-fat diet, exercise, and stress reduction. In Love & Survival, he concentrates on the less tangible aspects of a healthful life. Through anecdotes and dozens of scientific studies, Ornish demonstrates that personal intimacy and other aspects of emotional well-being--all the elements that make up what we call "love"--are as important to our physical condition as to our mental health. Not only do these positive emotions motivate us to make better lifestyle choices, Ornish argues, they also have a powerful direct effect on our bodies, giving us stronger immune systems, better cardiovascular functioning, and longer life expectancies. But the benefits of opening our hearts to others go beyond curing our bodies of disease; it's also the first step toward healing our entire lives.
Product Description
Dr. Dean Ornish revolutionized the world of medicine when he proved that it is possible to reverse heart disease through diet, exercise, stress management techniques, and group support. Now, with "Love and Survival", he offers a practical, provocative, and deeply personal book which reveals the positive effects of love, intimacy, and spiritual transformation on those who suffer with heart disease.
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