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'Aims to do for the human body what Top Gear does for cars' The Times 'Crammed with fascinating facts and top tips for living' Good Book Guide 'Her air of carefree capability is devastating' Sunday Times 'A really good read for people of any age ... So, read the book, watch the series, don't die of ignorance, and don't die young' South Wales Argus
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Don't Die Young is a revelatory tour of the human body, which accompanied the major BBC2 television series. Focusing on our vital organs- from the beating chambers of the heart to the coiling tunnels of the intestines - Dr Alice Roberts explains how they work and how to keep them in tip-top condition. There are many aspects of your health that you can control, and she explains how you can reduce your risk of suffering many disorders, from cystitis to cancer, and headaches to heart disease. With authoritative advice, amazing photographs and clear diagrams, she cuts through the jargon. (What exactly are antioxidants and trans-fatty acids?) This book will change the way you think about your body, and you will be better equipped to combat disease - and to treat any health advice with very healthy scepticism.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I love this book. It's clear, authorative and witty. It contains much more nformation than the BBC series and demonstrates the author's considerable knowledge and range of experience. I would strongly recommend this beautifully illustrated book to anyone interested in anatomy and health.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Dr Alice Roberts book don't die young is an excellent introduction for the layperson to understand how to look after your body and the consequences of what might happen if you mistreat this most precious piece of equipment. Well written and with very good photographs and diagrams helps this book to bring the message home and should be on every ones bookshelf. Organs such as the skin, brain, liver and eye are revealed in plenty of detail. The thing about Dr Roberts is that she does not talk down to you and makes you feel that you should actually be responsible for your own health care. Read it and learn, take heed of the warning lights, and hopefully you might just avoid an early death through a bad diet and too much alcohol.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a stunningly well written and illustrated Book. I saw Alice's excellent Series on which the Book was based and also avidly watched "Coast", where her abilities as a great communicator and her knowledge of archaeology, which is not even her specialist skill, were very apparent. I had the privilege of meeting her at the lecture on Coast as part of the Bristol University Centenary last year, I being a graduate and bought her Book called "The Incredible Human Journey",which she kindly signed for me. I make no secret of the fact that I am a great fan of hers (even though she is obviously much more brainy than me!) and as someone who has little scientific knowledge or ability I cannot recommend this Book highly enough.
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Don't Die young
A beginner's guide to the anatomy and health; if wanting more in depth go for a textbook.
Some good diagrams. Read more
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Published 4 months ago by HR3
Book of the series
Having enjoyed the series, I bought the book and have enjoyed the informative, enjoyably-written, very well illustrated and entertaining examination of the human body and how to... Read more
Published 9 months ago by RR Waller
Basic understandable body science
An excellent & readable introduction to the human body complete with the latest health tips on keeping this valuable machine in working order for as long as possible. Read more
Published 17 months ago by jake 09
Entertaining and informative
Written in Alice Roberts' friendly style, this makes reading about your organs very interesting. Lots of info to take on board and hints for taking care of your body.
Published 20 months ago by Kat
Well written and researched
Bought this to suppliment my University reading list and I got a lot of insightful pieces of information to add to my essays and I got A`s throughout so a good read and a useful... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Kevin Bransbury-jones
Excellent
I am very happy I read this book. I learnt alot about the different organs of the body and their functions; through that explanation why I should eat healthy food and exercise. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2008 by S. Gunasekera
excellent
far more in-depth than i thought it would be - but thats a good ting. tells you what you are and how to keep what you are healthy.
Published on 18 Aug 2007 by Joe
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