If you are looking at the cookbook, you probably already have tried the diet. I lost 10 pounds on Cycle 1 and so far 3.5 on Cycle 2 with 16.5 more to go. Looking ahead, Cycle 4, the maintenance cycle, is something I can do the rest of my life. About the negative reviews...heh folks, are you discovering that healthy eating requires planning ahead and it takes time and money to grocery shop and cook meals? Well, switching out quick, cheap and mostly refined carbs and high-fat foods for proteins, fruits and veggies, and probiotics means food choices are going to look and taste different than what we are used to. These recipes are terrific (creative, good variety, flavorful, and delicious) and very helpful in learning how to eat properly. People have complained about insufficient number of chicken and turkey recipes. The index lists 12 such recipes and it would be easy enough to substitute chicken for seafood in some of those recipes. I could do without the sample menus but then again, when preparing the grocery shopping list, they provide good reminders of basic products and appropriate intake quantities and balance so that I can stick to the diet during this time of learning and transition. The diet book provides a strong framework for healthy eating , but after I lose the weight and am getting bored eating the same old things, I will need some ideas and variety. This cookbook will help a great deal. The pictures make my mouth water. Looking forward to eating Turkey Picadillo Lettuce Wraps, Tilapia Baked in Packets, No-fuss Eggplant Parmesan, Berry Frozen Yogurt, Warm Curried Quinoa Salad, Pumpkin Polenta, etc. etc. My husband may lose some weight or at least feel more energetic. Your health and this cookbook are worth the investment.
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