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The Starch Solution

Eat the Foods You Love, Regain Your Health, and Lose the Weight for Good!

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The Starch Solution

By: John McDougall, Mary McDougall
Narrated by: Stephen R. Thorne
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From Atkins to Dukan, fear of the almighty carb has taken over the diet industry for the past few decades - even the mere mention of a starch-heavy food is enough to trigger an avalanche of shame and longing. But the truth is, carbs are not the enemy. Now, best-selling author John A. McDougall, MD, and his kitchen-savvy wife, Mary, prove that a starch-rich diet can actually help us lose weight, prevent a variety of ills, and even cure common diseases. By fueling the body primarily with carbohydrates rather than proteins and fats, listeners will feel satisfied, boost energy, and look and feel their best.

Including a 7-day sure-start plan, helpful weekly menu planner, and nearly 100 delicious, affordable recipes, The Starch Solution is a groundbreaking program that will help listeners shed pounds, improve their health, save money, and change their lives.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

©2012 John A. McDougall (P)2016 Tantor
Diets, Nutrition & Healthy Eating Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Low Carb Weight Loss & Weight Control

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"The book's solid scientific information and feasible regimen make the McDougall case for starches quite persuasive and promising." ( Publishers Weekly)
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this book is very helpful to make you feel full satisfied and lose weight, and reduce the chance to get dangerous disease

great book for your health and losing weight

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now i want to buy the hard copy to be able to better retain information as listening while going to work has not allowed that :)

information dense & very interesting!

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Eye opening information to improve your health and well being. Simple, inexpensive and incredibly speedy results. Would highly recommend to anyone suffering any kind of ailment. The impact is outstanding. Only wish I knew about the Starch Solution decades ago.

Invaluable Information For Good Health

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Read it before now I've listened again. It makes total sense! Mashed potatoes, loose weight. Win win

Makes total sense

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A well written book with many convincing arguments to gaining back your health while at the same time losing weight and keeping it off. This is all about reviewing and changing your diet (what you eat) and not about starving yourself.

A great way to review your health and lose weight!

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