- Paperback: 142 pages
- Publisher: Virgin Books Ltd (13 Dec 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0753506610
- ISBN-13: 978-0753506615
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 20.8 x 1.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (73 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 93,047 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Carol Vorderman is leading the detox craze with the follow-up book to her popular video, 28 Day Detox Diet. She has teamed up once again with Ko Chohan, creator of the detox diet, to provide guidance to those wanting to lose weight, gain energy and feel better about themselves.
If you are new to the detox diet, don't fret: the book covers the same ground as the video, explaining what detoxing is, why we should do it and how to go about it. Unlike the video it then offers recipes for those stuck on what to do with pulses, vegetables, grains and not much else. It also suggests ways of integrating the principles of detox into your life once you've completed the 28-day plan.
Vorderman is a friendly guide on this detox tour. She admits that it's not easy--and she's right. No carbohydrates, dairy products, meat, caffeine or alcohol. But the idea isn't as scary as it first sounds. The strict guidelines are only for 28 days, not a lifetime. The genius of this book is that Vorderman somehow convinces you that cutting out everything you love from your diet--chocolate, coffee, cheese--is not only a good idea, but is an attainable one.
The recipes are easy enough to follow and quite tasty, though stocking up your cupboard with the vital ingredients and supplements may be costly. Don't be fooled, this is a complete lifestyle change for most people and will be a hard slog. But, if you give it a shot and stick to it, it seems you will reap the rewards. --Amelia Crook
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'If you need evidence that the 28-day detox diet works, then you need look no further than Carol herself' (Dally Express) 'The book is well-written and easy to read, with lots of practical advice and useful tips' (Health and Fitness) It's packed with menu plans, recipes, advice and guidelines, (OK!) 'Carol has undergone a remarkable transformation from brighteyed and enthusiastic number-cruncher to tabloid glamourpuss. She has dropped two dress sizes after losing two stone on a special 28-day cleansing diet' (Hello!)
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55 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
This book changed my life for the better,
By A Customer
This review is from: Carol Vorderman's Detox for Life: The 28 Day Detox Diet and Beyond (Paperback)
I have just completed the 28 days recommended by this book and I feel fantastic! Like many people when I bought this book I was sceptical (although recently Carol Vordeman does look great for her age). I was feeling sluggish, stressed, I was suffering from spots and have for a very long time been intending to loose half a stone. Like many woman, I had also got in the starve/binge syndrome. I went out and bought all the stuff which did cost quite a lot initially but overall my food bill has gone down because I no longer buy expensive confenience foods and snacks. Another tip, go to your local market once a week and buy all the fruit & veg you need (supermarkets will cost you 3 times more). I started to feel better within 2 or 3 days. I couldn't believe had much energy I had and I now get up a bit earlier and do 15 mins of Yoga every day. Admittedly I have always enjoyed fruit and veg but I really enjoy the taste of the food. It is impossible to eat quickly so you feel full and you rarely suffer any hunger pangs. This diet works because it is realistic. The food is easy to prepare and can be made in batches & frozen. My partner and children often have what Im having but with a portion of meat or fish. You can adapt it if you eat out (or just have what you want if you dont eat out frequently). Where I used to think about food all the time, I now get on with my life and dont feel frightened of food or fat like I used to. There was one down side, I felt very bloated for the first 10 days, but this eased off. Also you do go to the loo alot but not excessively and I never suffered from that horrible feeling constipation gives you. If you want fast weight loss (which is usually mostly water) and constant food cravings, and the feeling of being deprived, DONT buy this book. If you want to change your bad eating habits forever, loose weight gradually, wake every morning with a clear head, be full of energy even when you have a full and busy life, BUY this week immediately. I will 40 next month and I look and feel at least 10 years younger. At last I can eat the occasional bar of chocolate or have a glass of wine without guilt, but I intend to carry on the principles of the book as much a possible for the rest of my life.
36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lose weight & find more energy!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Carol Vorderman's Detox for Life: The 28 Day Detox Diet and Beyond (Paperback)
I have tried lots of diets before, but this is the first one that has really worked. It is essentially a vegan, wheat free diet and yes, it is hard to adjust to at first. But the book is good at suggesting alternatives & as soon as you start to feel the benefits (for me, week 2), it gets easier!Personally, I will stick to the principles long term now. Not eating wheat has meant I have lost such a huge amount of bloating, I could never imagine going back to it. So, for 28 days it is worth a try! May be a bit hard to get used to, but it works - I went from wearing size 16 jeans to wearing size 12!
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
IT WORKS!,
By Hazel (Southampton, Hampshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Carol Vorderman's Detox for Life: The 28 Day Detox Diet and Beyond (Paperback)
Im amazed at the speed in which this diet works. I used it for the weight loss aspect rather than worrying about the toxins and I have felt brilliant on it. Within two weeks I had dropped a dress size. I dont feel tired and ive lots of energy, but more to the point the diet hasn't left me miserable or irritable. The book is easy to follow and the video of the same name is very motivating. My husband was most sceptical when I embarked on this regime but even he is impressed. You do need to be motivated and I planned for the diet by weaning myself off caffine during the two weeks before I started the diet properly, (this limited the headaches). Some ingredients in the recipe section were initially expensive to purchase but they last for ages. I shall have plenty of seeds left when ive finished the 28 days! Some recipes sound a little gruesome but are actually very tasty so well worth trying. I never feel hungry and I'm bowled over by the results which are fantastic and Im only on day 14!
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