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“In a fluent and readable style of writing, this
doctor critically exposes the link between our genetically determined aging
process and our diet. This is highly recommended for anyone who consciously
wants to eat more healthily."
Herman Becq, MD, endocrinologist |
“Nutrition is an important factor in both the prevention and the development of cancer. This book makes you think about habits we take for granted.”
An Vandebroek, MD, cancer specialist |
“The greatest merit of the author is that he goes into depth on nutritional
issues in general and in the West in particular. Using plain language, he brings clarity to the powerfully hyped topic of nutrition that has become such a standard fare in the media.” Hans Decoster, MD, cardiologist |
“This book shows that healthy food is our best medicine. If the author's recommendations are followed, our healthcare will become both a lot more fun and cheaper. Highly recommended!”
Adjiedj Bakas, Trendwatcher of the Year and author of 'The future of our health' |
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Walter Willett, professor at Harvard University and one of the most well-known experts on medicine and nutrition, about the food hourglass:
"[This] dietary approach does seem very consistent with what we see to be consistent with scientific evidence." |
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Already more than 350 000 copies sold!
'The food hourglass' is or will be available in English (HarperCollins), German (Random House), Spanish (Random House), Italian (La Feltrinelli), Dutch, Croatisch, Polish, Chinese, Danish and Russian.
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Information for medical doctors and dieticians
This scientific article (pdf) describes some ideas behind 'The food hourglass' . This article was written by the author of 'The food hourglass'. In this article, he also introduces a new science field called 'nutrigerontology'. This is a note for medical doctors and dieticians. |
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The food hourglass got a new cover
This new cover depicts an hourglass filled with food (see below). The content is exactly the same as in the book with the previous cover.
The food hourglass got a new cover
This new cover depicts an hourglass filled with food (see below). The content is exactly the same as in the book with the previous cover.
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Some topics covered in The food hourglass
Why most diets are unhealthy. Why most antioxidants don't slow down the aging process. Why white tea reduces the appearance of wrinkles and at the same time is healthy for your blood vessels. Why studies show that people who eat walnuts daily have less risk of a heart attack, and why blueberries and dark chocolate protect against Alzheimer's. Why 80% of heart attacks and 90% of diabetes is preventable. Why many fats are nonetheless good for your heart. |
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This book is written by a medical doctor who looks at the consequences of our food habits and diets in the long term.
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The food hourglass contains more than 280 scientific references and debunks many myths surrounding health and the aging process.
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The food hourglass was first published by Prometheus-Bert Bakker, one of the most reputable publishers in The Netherlands which, among others, published books of Stephen Hawking, Tom Wolfe and Zadie Smith.
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What makes 'The food hourglass' different?
1. The food hourglass is the first book that describes how certain foods influence the aging process. The weight loss that naturally follows is a pleasant side effect.
2. The food hourglass is the first book which looks at the influence of diets in the long term. From this, it appears that most diets are unhealthy. 3. The book is written by a physician and researcher who has been fascinated by the aging process for many years. Dr Verburgh wrote three science books by the age of 25. He published his first science book at 17 years old. His books have received several awards, nominations and reprints. 3. The food hourglass is also an illustration in the shape of an hourglass which shows at a single glance what healthy, and more specifically, unhealthy foods are. This makes the food hourglass a tool to make more healthy food choices. Click here to edit.
4. The food hourglass is based on the latest insights into biogerontology (the science of aging).
5. The food hourglass addresses many misunderstandings in the realms of diet and health and shows for example that:
The press on the books of Dr Verburgh
"As enthusiastically written as it is clear."
"A wonderful book, that even I can understand." 
Koen Fillet on Radio 1
"One of the best books around at the Book Fair!" 
"This books reads remarkably well." 
"Very enjoyable to read and very informative." 
'Medisch Contact' - The Dutch Magazine for Physicians
"A crystal clear book." 
"A wonderful achievement!" 
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Experts about the book
“In a fluent and readable style of writing, this doctor critically exposes the link between our genetically determined aging process and our diet. This is highly recommended for anyone who consciously wants to eat more healthily and is, given the emphasis on prevention, especially useful for policy makers.”
Herman Becq, MD, endocrinologist “Governments and public health institutions worrying about trends like the aging of populations worldwide and skyrocketing healthcare costs are strongly advised to read The food hourglass. The simple but thoroughly substantiated solution lies in healthier eating and living.” Reinier Evers, Trendwatcher of the Year, founder of Trendwatching.com “Nutrition is an important factor in both the prevention and the development of cancer. This book makes you think about habits we take for granted.” An Vandebroek, MD, cancer specialist “The greatest merit of the author is that he goes into depth on nutritional issues in general and in the West in particular. Using plain language, he brings clarity to the powerfully hyped topic of nutrition that has become such standard fare in the media.” Hans Decoster, MD, cardiologist “This book shows that healthy food is our best medicine. If the author’s recommendations are followed, our healthcare will become both more fun and less expensive. Highly recommended!” Adjiedj Bakas, Trendwatcher of the Year and author of The Future of Health |
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